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15 Easy Dump and Go Crock Pot Dinner Recipes

Published May 18, 2020 Updated February 22, 2021 Leave a Comment

Looking for dinner time help? Check out these easy dump and go crock pot recipes to give you less kitchen prep tonight!  I don't know about you but at my house? Dinner time is often one of the most hectic times of day. Everyone is getting hungry and the kids are often in and out of the kitchen, asking when dinner is going to be ready. When I'm organized and plan ahead, dinner comes together much quicker - and that makes everyone happy. Especially a busy mom! Even when we are all at home, easy dump and go recipes give me one less thing to think about. It is nice to cross dinner off my list … Read More...

Filed Under: Slow Cooker

Easy Taco Soup Recipe You Can Fix and Forget

Published February 11, 2019 Updated February 22, 2021 Leave a Comment

This easy taco soup recipe is so delicious! I love that I can make this crockpot taco soup in only minutes! #easyrecipe

I think I have an obsession with easy recipes. I love to cook for my family but I love it even more when I am cooking an easy recipe that everyone loves. Almost all of the recipes I share on blog are easy recipes. They are recipes any one can make, with regular ingredients and very little prep. When I made my Aunt Renee's easy taco soup recipe last month, I knew it was past time to share it on the blog. This easy taco soup is exactly what the title says. You can assemble in a matter of minutes, simmer in the crock pot, and enjoy a delicious dinner whenever you are ready! One of my … Read More...

Filed Under: All Recipes, Main Dishes, Slow Cooker

4 Ingredient Shredded Beef Sandwich Recipe

Published April 03, 2017 Updated March 03, 2021 2 Comments

Shredded Beef Sandwich Recipe - Only 4 ingredients! Seriously, the best shredded beef sandwich I have ever eaten.

For all you other busy moms out there, I know it comes as no surprise that I love easy and delicious recipes. If it uses my slow cooker and has only a couple ingredients? I'm likely to love it even more. It's why this 4 ingredient shredded beef sandwich recipe is one of our absolute favorite recipes.  This post may contain affiliate links. You can read more in my disclosure policy.  All you need is a roast, a couple of seasoning packets and some water to make perfectly tender and delicious seasoned shredded beef. I keep au jus and Italian seasoning packets (that's the secret … Read More...

Filed Under: All Recipes, Freezer Cooking, Main Dishes, Slow Cooker

How to Make Greek Yogurt in Your Slow Cooker

Published August 22, 2016 Updated February 22, 2021 21 Comments

A couple years ago, I discovered the amazing way you can make homemade yogurt in your crock pot. Since then, my slow cooker and I have made dozens upon dozens of batches of homemade yogurt using this simple recipe. We've eaten a lot of homemade yogurt and love it! Recently, we've started eating greek yogurt for the higher protein that it has in it. I enjoy eating Greek yogurt with my homemade granola for breakfast. As if yogurt prices are not high enough, Greek yogurt prices are ridiculous highly! You are easily paying $5 or $6 for a quart of yogurt. With sales on milk, I can make a … Read More...

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5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Potato Soup

Published March 02, 2016 Updated February 22, 2021 1 Comment

I've always been a fan of slow cooker recipes but I rely on them even more when life gets busy. I'm also drawn to the simplest of crock pot recipes - those with only a few ingredients and an amazing taste. My 5 Ingredient Crock Pot Mexican Chicken is one of my favorites for this very reason. Now, I have a new and easy crock pot recipe to share with you. This time, it's a recipe for 5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Potato Soup. Because, let's face it. 5 ingredients are quite manageable for busy Moms, basic cooks or anyone looking for a delicious slow cooker potato soup recipe. This post may … Read More...

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5 Ingredient Crock Pot Mexican Chicken

Published September 09, 2015 Updated February 22, 2021 19 Comments

Last year, our MOPS group spent a day preparing freezer meals together. We all picked and planned a favorite recipe and brought the ingredients for the others to make it as well. I picked our family favorite of poppy seed chicken, in case you were curious. My new favorite recipe was this recipe for Mexican Chicken shared by Jenifer. I loved it for several reasons. First, it is so simple with only 5 ingredients! Second, it is a crock pot meal and I do love a good crock pot meal that cooks with little effort on my part. Third, it tastes delicious - which is always important in a recipe. … Read More...

Filed Under: All Recipes, Main Dishes, Slow Cooker

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