Tag: Slow Cooker

Slow Cooked Pulled Pork Sandwiches

My daughter has called me several times since she moved away this summer. She often calls around dinner time to tell me about what she is planning to cook for dinner or what she is making to take in her lunch the next day…

Slow Cooked Green Chicken Masala

Slow-Cooked Green Chicken Masala

Are you a Healthy Cook? Would you call yourself a “nutritional gatekeeper”? Do you have a certain Style in the kitchen? A New York Times article by Tara Parker-Pope suggests that those who buy and prepare the food in our home strongly influence the eating habits of those around them…

Jambalaya, made in a slow cooker, features shrimp and is served over rice.

New Orleans Style Jambalaya

This Creole style version of Jambalaya has been a favorite at my house for years. It is a slow-cooker recipe, perfect for simplifying a weeknight dinner. Ladle the Jambalaya over rice and serve it with a loaf of crusty bread or cornbread, and a salad for a simple and flavorful meal.

Thai Chicken Thighs, sprinkled with peanuts and cilantro served over Coconut Rice with a side of Cucumber Vinaigrette.

Thai Chicken Thighs with Coconut Rice

Slow-cooked Chicken Thighs, in a delicious Thai inspired peanut sauce, is a simple dinner inspiration that adapts easily to a hectic schedule. Serve it with Coconut Rice and a Quick Cucumber Vinaigrette for a complete and satisfying family meal.

Mulled Cider served in a glass cup amid autumn leaves.

Mulled Cider with Citrus, Cinnamon and Cloves

Autumn into winter, Mulled Cider is the perfect drink to welcome the season. Fragrant with citrus, cinnamon and cloves and mellowed by caramelly notes of brown sugar, this easy to make beverage is a delight to the senses. Serve it with a plate of seasonal cookies or as a refreshing beverage all on its own.