Using a Crock Pot for Easy Meals
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Loading ...December 28, 2009
You shouldn’t feel guilty if you come home from a long day of work and don’t feel like cooking. We’ve all been there. Unfortunately, many of us make a quick trip to a fast food chain to get the chore of providing a meal over with. This habit, however, can have dire results. Instead, invest in a crock pot or a slow cooker. Cooking with a crock pot is an easy way and fast way to create a simple, healthy meal. The good thing about a crock pot is that you can throw in a variety of ingredients, and they usually form a great meal. Here are some ideas.
Put boneless chicken breasts into the crockpot with a bottle of Italian dressing. You can also use dry ranch dressing seasoning. It comes in a packet and can be found in the salad dressing aisle of your grocery store. Add some fresh broccoli and a couple of potatoes. Let the mixture cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours, and you have a complete meal.
Brown some hamburger meat. Thrown in the meat, a can of beef broth, and 3 or 4 cans of your favorite vegetables for a tasty soup. You can even freeze whatever is leftover for an easy meal for later. Again, cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
Make chili. Brown hamburger meat. Add a couple cans of chopped tomatoes, a can of tomatoe paste, a couple cans of tomatoe sauce, and any other veggies you like- like onions, celery, jalapenos, or bell peppers. You can also buy a pre-made chili kit that will have all the spices you need (garlic, cumin, oregano, etc…) Cook in the same manner.
Don’t be afraid to create your own concoctions in your crock pot. The great thing is that you can throw it in there, and forget about it. Providing a hot, healthy meal for your family is easily in reach.
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