Category: Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Chicken Wings

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I’m usually a crispy, grilled or fried chicken wing kind-of-guy. But I am open to other ideas, and I can’t pass up a tasty wing no matter what. So I went into the idea of cooking wings in my slow cooker with an open mind and empty stomach. What resulted were very tasty, very tender wings covered in a fantastic homemade Buffalo wing sauce. Slow cooker chicken wings made a believer out of me.

Slow Cooker Chicken Wings

Cooking the wings in Buffalo sauce in the slow cooker before transferring them to the oven ensured that each and every bite was packed with that great traditional wing flavor. These wings aren’t just covered in sauce, there’s sauce all the way through.

The sauce is what makes these slow cooker chicken wings great. It’s the perfect traditional Buffalo wing sauce. I make a big batch and keep it on hand. I like to fill a squirt bottle with wing sauce and squirt it on macaroni and cheese. Yep, try it. It’s good.

You can get a bit of a char and crisp on these wings if you put them under the broiler for a bit just before serving. Keep an eye on them, though. You don’t want to burn them.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my slow cooker chili dogs.

Slow Cooker Chicken Wings
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Slow Cooker Chicken Wings

Cooking the wings in Buffalo sauce in the slow cooker before transferring them to the oven ensured that each and every bite was packed with that great traditional wing flavor. 
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword crockpot, slow cooker, wings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 4
Calories 540kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the wings

  • 2 pounds chicken wings flats and drumettes separated, tips discarded
  • Buffalo wing sauce from below or use 1 cup store-bought

For the Buffalo wing sauce

Instructions

For the wings

  • Place the wings into the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Add HALF of the sauce.
  • Cook on high for one hour.
  • Heat your oven to 400 F.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray lightly with non-stick spray.
  • Add the wings and brush with some of the remaining sauce, reserving the rest for dipping if desired.
  • Place in the oven for 30 minutes.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and extra wing sauce for dipping if desired.

For the Buffalo wing sauce

  • Place the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Once the butter is melted add the remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer and continue simmering for 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Remove from heat and let cool before using.

Notes

Optionally, turn on the broiler for the last 10 minutes of baking to get a little color and crisp on the wings.

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 2487mg | Potassium: 362mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1308IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Buffalo Wild Wings Milder Variety Bundle: Parmesan Garlic, Medium, Honey BBQ, Asian Zing: 12 Ounces Each
Buffalo Wild Wings Milder Variety Bundle: Parmesan Garlic, Medium, Honey BBQ, Asian Zing: 12 Ounces Each

Slow Cooker Tennessee-Style Potatoes

Slow cooker Tennessee-style potatoes have quickly become one of my favorite side dishes to make. You start with your pretty-much-standard mashed potatoes. Well, except you boil the potatoes in a flavor mix of chicken bouillon and garlic-infused water. Then you transfer them to the slow cooker where they get even creamier and even smoother. Perfect for a cold day here in Indiana. Perfect for a potluck or family get-together. The potatoes may seem like the usual. But, cooking them in the flavored water really makes for a different, richer flavor.

Slow Cooker Tennessee-Style Potatoes

Don’t Throw Out The Water!

Be sure you don’t throw out the water used to boil the potatoes when they are done. Reserve a cup or so in case the slow cooker Tennessee-style potatoes get a bit thick while cooking. If that happens don’t add a lot of the water. Just add a bit, stir, and see if they’re creamy enough. If not, add a bit more.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Give my corn mashed potatoes and my slow cooker garlic Ranch potatoes a try too.

Slow Cooker Tennessee-Style Potatoes
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Slow Cooker Tennessee-Style Potatoes

Slow cooker Tennessee-style potatoes have quickly become one of my favorite side dishes to make. You start with your pretty-much-standard mashed potatoes, except you boil the potatoes in a flavor mix of chicken bouillon and garlic-infused water. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword crockpot, potatoes, slow cooker
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 242kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the potatoes, garlic and bouillon and cook until the potatoes are tender but still slightly firm, 15-20 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes, reserving 1-2 cups of the boiling liquid.
  • Return the potatoes to the pot.
  • Add the sour cream and cream cheese and mash until smooth, adding boiling liquid if too thick.
  • Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 2-3 hours.
  • Stir in the butter.
  • Melt, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Notes

Russets make the best potatoes, but you can also use golden potatoes.

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 1038mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 302IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas

Slow cooker black eyed peas are a wonderful thing. I grew up surrounded by them, it seemed. Canned black eyed peas in the cupboard. Dried black eyed peas in the pantry. Black eyed peas in the garden. They made an appearance at almost every dinner, and my dad still has them very, very often. And by very often I mean every single day. He has never burned out on them, and I can understand why.

Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas

A Great Side Dish. And A Great Main Dish.

This is my favorite way to prepare black eyed peas. For a little smokiness I add a smoked pork shank. And for a little spiciness I add a little jalapeno. To make it a main dish I add chopped smoked ham. For a side dish, I’d leave out the ham. Probably.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

I avoid cooking dried beans in water if possible. I prefer chicken broth. It adds so much more flavor to the beans. I seem to always have gallons of chicken broth on hand. I save my vegetable and chicken trimmings, freezing them, and once I have enough I make a huge pot of broth.  Slow cooker black eyed peas cooked in broth is a magical thing.

For something totally different try my pickled black-eyed peas. They’re magical.

Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas
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Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas

This is my favorite way to prepare black eyed peas. For a little smokiness I add a smoked pork shank. And for a little spiciness I add a little jalapeno. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword peas, slow cooker
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 240kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. Note: If you wish to add smoked ham, do so 6 hours into cooking.
  • Remove ham hock and let cool slightly.
  • Cut meat from the bone, chop, and return to the slow cooker.
  • Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Notes

You don’t want to overcook the peas. Since slow cooker temperatures can vary, check them after 6 hours and every 30 minutes after to test for doneness.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 286mg | Potassium: 675mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Copycat Arby’s Roast Beef Sandwich

A few years back I made a copycat of Arby’s Beef-n-Cheddar sandwich, one of my all-time favorites by a country mile. A commercial came on the tv a few days ago for Arby’s roast beef sandwiches, and I instantly started jonesin’ for one. As much as I loved my copycat Arby’s Beef-n-Cheddar, I wanted to take a copycat of the roast beef sandwich to a new level. The level of true copycat-ness. And here it is. Tender, tasty thin-sliced beef. Tangy Arby’s sauce. Onion buns. And of course, seasoned curly fries. It’s impossible to make enough of it because no matter what, I’m going to make it disappear.

Copycat Arby's Roast Beef Sandwich

Ok, So I Kinda Made A Change

I actually used Sriracha ketchup for making the Arby’s sauce, and left out adding any additional hot sauce. It had some kick, and wasn’t 100% a copycat of the original, but it was fantastic. In fact, I’d recommend that Arby’s make a Sriracha version of the sauce for their restaurants. It’d be a big hit, trust me.

Double The Sauce, Double The Fun

If you’re like me and you’re kind of addicted to Arby’s sauce, I’d double the amount below. If it’s not running down your forearm when you take a big bite of this copycat Arby’s roast beef sandwich, you’re not doing it right!

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my copycat of Arby’s beef-n-cheddar sandwich with curly fries.

Copycat Arby's Roast Beef Sandwich
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Copycat Arby’s Roast Beef Sandwich

Tender, tasty thin-sliced beef. Tangy Arby’s sauce. Onion buns. And of course, seasoned curly fries. It’s impossible to make enough of it because no matter what, I’m going to make it disappear.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword copycat, roast beef, sandwich
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8 sandwiches
Calories 325kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the roast beef

For the copycat Arby’s sauce

For the sandwich build

  • 8 onion buns
  • Roast beef
  • Arby’s sauce

For the curly fries

Instructions

For the roast beef

  • Place the roast beef in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Whisk together the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and pour over the roast beef.
  • Cover and cook on low for up to 8 hours, Stirring to get the meat in all of the liquid as it goes.

For the copycat Arby’s sauce

  • Whisk together all ingredients.
  • Pour into a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Cook for 20 minutes, stirring often.
  • Store any leftover sauce (which is unlikely) in the fridge for up to a week.

For the sandwich build

  • Warm or toast the buns if desired.
  • Pile the roast beef high on the buns and serve topped with the Arby’s sauce with fries on the side.

For the curly fries

  • Bake fries per package instructions.
  • Transfer cooked fries to a large bowl.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients and sprinkle over the fries.
  • Toss gently to coat. Serve.

Notes

Get your deli to slice the roast beef the thinnest they can.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 2548mg | Potassium: 429mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 341mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks Boxed Set: The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, The Unofficial … Cookbook (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)

Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce

I would’ve liked to have made this slow cooker tomato sauce using tomatoes from our garden. For some reason, our tomatoes just didn’t produce this year. Usually I have to worry about the raccoons stealing them but not this time. They just didn’t come out. So, Plan B, I picked up a big batch of ripe tomatoes at the grocery store. The end result came out very, very flavorful. Quite honestly, I had my sights set on using this sauce to make pizza sauce, but it’s so good by itself you could easily serve it as-is as tomato soup.

Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce

Use Ripe Tomatoes Only

I used Roma tomatoes because I like how they taste. You can substitute any good tomato, just make sure they’re good and ripe. Do not use those hard-as-cardboard tomatoes you often find at your grocery store. If you’re lucky enough to be near a farmer’s market, it’s well worth the trip. When tomatoes are at peak you’ll want to make several batches of this slow cooker tomato sauce and freeze it for later.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my roasted tomato sauce.

Homemade Pizza and Pasta Sauce
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Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce

I would’ve liked to have made this slow cooker tomato sauce using tomatoes from our garden. For some reason, our tomatoes just didn’t produce this year.
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword crockpot, sauce, slow cooker, tomato
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 203kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Grow A Good Life

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Rinse tomatoes and cut in half. Place into a large slow cooker.
  • Add the garlic, onion, carrot, oil, bay leaf and parsley.
  • Lightly grind the basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary and pepper flakes using a mortar and pestle. Add to the slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the tomatoes have softened, stirring occasionally.
  • Let cool for 30 minutes.
  • Working in batches, transfer the tomato mixture to a blender or food processor and process until smooth.
  • Transfer the pureed liquid to a strainer and remove the pulp, seeds, etc, leaving the tomato sauce.
  • If the sauce is too thin you can slowly simmer it in a sauce pan on the stove until thick.
  • Add honey or sugar to sweeten the sauce if desired.

Notes

Sauce should be stored in the fridge until ready to use. You can freeze it for long-term storing.

Nutrition

Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 1523mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 7460IU | Vitamin C: 86mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Slow Cooker Chili Cheese Corn

One of my favorite things to do in the summer (around July 4th here in Indiana) is to buy a lot of sweet corn and put it up for the winter. I do mean a lot of sweet corn. For the two of us that often means 100-150 ears at once. It’s a good day’s work, but well worth it later in the year, especially when I can use it to make great-tasting dishes like this slow cooker chili cheese corn. I really enjoy cooking corn in the slow cooker. The corn keeps its light crunch, and all of the sweetness. Add a bit of roasted green chiles and cream cheese and you have a truly fantastic side dish.

Slow Cooker Chili Cheese Corn

Adjusting The Spiciness

For a little more kick, use diced roasted jalapenos instead when you make this slow cooker chili cheese corn. Or for less kick, roast a poblano (or even green bell pepper) under your broiler until blackened, then remove the burnt skin, seeds and chop. For no kick, use a green or red bell pepper. You’ll still at least get some color and pepper flavor. No matter what you use, it’ll add a nice contrast to the sweetness and creaminess of the corn.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my coyote sweet corn.

Slow Cooker Chili Cheese Corn
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Slow Cooker Chili Cheese Corn

 I really enjoy cooking corn in the slow cooker. The corn keeps it’s light crunch, and all of the sweetness. Add a bit of roasted green chiles and cream cheese and you have a truly fantastic side dish.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, crockpot, slow cooker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 104kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into the slow cooker in the order listed.
  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally, until the cheese has melted.

Notes

Substitute jalapenos for the chiles for a nice kicked-up version.

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Slow Cooker Pot Pie

It was a cold and crappy day in Indiana. I didn’t really feel like cooking much, so I threw all of the ingredients for pot pie into the slow cooker and let it go for 6 hours. Into pie pans, topped with dough, and a few minutes later… bingo! Slow cooker pot pie! Yummy and creamy and with just a little bit of that crunchy crust that I think is pretty much required by law. The chicken is tender and tasty. The vegetables are cooked perfectly, still having a bit of that ‘bite’ you want.

Slow Cooker Pot Pie

Nothing Fancy. Just Goodness.

There’s nothing fancy about this dish. It takes minimal time to throw together, and it makes a nice big batch. That’s the idea here. We aren’t making a fru-fru baked dish. But we’re not skimping on flavor, either.

This is great on a cold day. And it’s perfectly good on a warm day too.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my slow cooker beef stroganoff.

Slow Cooker Pot Pie
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Slow Cooker Pot Pie

It was a cold and crappy day. I didn’t really feel like cooking much, so I threw all of the ingredients for pot pie into the slow cooker and let it go for 6 hours. Into pie pans, topped with dough, and a few minutes later… bingo! 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword crockpot, pot pie, slow cooker
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 107kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the chicken, soup, milk, potatoes, onion and the seasonings into your slow cooker.
  • Stir to combine, cover and cook on low for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F (or per the crescent dough package instructions).
  • Add the peas and carrots. Stir and cook another 10 minutes.
  • Divide chicken mixture between two pie plates.
  • Open the dough packages and pinch the seams to form two large rectangular pieces of dough.
  • Place dough on top of pie plates. Trim edges.
  • Bake per package instructions until golden brown and crispy.

Notes

Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Slow Cooker Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

It was a cold day. The kind of day that screams stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. These slow cooker stuffed cabbage rolls hit the spot and then some. They’re pretty easy to assemble. They really couldn’t get any easier to cook. And best of all, they are the perfect cold-day food. Ground pork and beef get mixed together with rice and a few tasty spices to make a tender, flavor-packed stuffing. The rolls are bathed in a wonderful tomato sauce that reminds you of tomato soup (for a reason, since it contains tomato soup). You can’t eat just one, that’s for sure! You’ll want to load up your slow cooker and get to cookin’!

Slow Cooker Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

You Can Make Them Spicy, Too

The next time I make slow cooker stuffed cabbage rolls I might add a bit of heat to spice things up a bit. A little hot sauce maybe? I’m not quite sure. They’re mighty good as they are. I am sure I’d double the amount of sauce, though. The sauce is mighty darned good. And when there’s sauce, there should be soppin’! So make some garlic bread or Texas toast and get ready for some soppin’ good deliciousness!

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my roasted cabbage wedges with onion Cajun sauce.

Slow Cooker Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
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Slow Cooker Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

It was a cold day. The kind of day that screams stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. These slow cooker stuffed cabbage rolls hit the spot and then some.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword cabbage, crockpot, rolls, slow cooker
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings 12 cabbage rolls
Calories 183kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Sugar Apron

Equipment

Ingredients

For the cabbage rolls

For the sauce

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Remove the core from the cabbage but keep the leaves intact.
  • Carefully lower the cabbage into the water. Boil for 2 minutes then remove and let cool slightly before gently removing any softened leaves that will come off without tearing, Return the head to the water and continue boiling/removing leaves until you have 12 nice large leaves.
  • Chop any remaining cabbage and use it to line the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Place the remaining cabbage roll ingredients into a large bowl and combine well.
  • Working in batches, lay out a cabbage leaf and spoon 1/3 cup of the meat mixture into the middle. Roll the leaf up like a burrito, folding the sides in to seal it as you go. Place into your slow cooker, seam-side down.
  • Place cooker on low. Add the sauce (see below), cover, and cook for 8 hours.
  • Let cool 15 minutes before serving with sauce spoon over the tops.

For the sauce

  • Whisk together all ingredients.

Notes

Use leaner ground beef for best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 279mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 113IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Pot Roast

It was the first frosty day of fall, and I needed something to warm me up. Something hearty, beefy and easy. So I made slow cooker shredded BBQ pot roast and it fit the bill perfectly. It wasn’t long before I forgot how cold it was and how cold it would get in the coming days and weeks. Brrrrr! I should’ve made a double batch!

Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Pot Roast

Not Your Typical Pot Roast

I like my pot roast shredded, but if you like yours chopped or sliced you can do that instead. Or do a little bit of each. Half chopped and half shredded makes for a great texture contrast. Either way this slow cooker shredded BBQ pot roast comes out very tender and very tasty. You can substitute beef broth for the Coke too if you don’t have soda on hand.

I think pot roast is best served with grits, but mashed potatoes are just (well, almost) as great. I like the textural contrast of the grits with the tender, juicy beef.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my slow cooker jalapeno pot roast and Mississippi pot roast.

Slow Cooker BBQ Pot Roast
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Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Pot Roast

It was the first frosty day of fall, and I needed something to warm me up. Something hearty, beefy and easy. So I made slow cooker BBQ pot roast and it fit the bill perfectly.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword crockpot, pot roast, slow cooker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 326kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Plain Chicken

Equipment

Ingredients

Optional gravy

Instructions

  • Season the roast with garlic salt and black pepper.
  • Transfer to a slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the Coke, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Pour over the roast.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the roast starts to fall apart. Remove the roast.
  • Optional gravy:Combine the cornstarch with the milk and whisk into the juices left in the slow cooker.
  • Slice, shred or chop the roast as desired and return it to the cooker.
  • Increase slow cooker to high and cook another 15 minutes.
  • Serve roast topped with the gravy (if you made it) or just spoon the remaining juices over the meat.

Notes

Also great served on bread or rolls as sandwiches.

Nutrition

Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 852mg | Potassium: 615mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Slow Cooker Chopped Corned Beef Reuben

I’m a sliced-corned beef Reuben kind of guy. Or I was. We recently ate at a little restaurant where a Reuben was on the menu. I’m a big fan of Reuben sandwiches, and I think they are a good test of the quality of the food a restaurant turns out. Tough corned beef? I’m not coming back. Well, to my surprise the Reuben at the restaurant had chopped corned beef mixed in with kraut. Slow cooker chopped corned beef Reuben??? I thought…. hmmmm… I’m not sure about this… but I took a bite and loved it! So I went home and made a big batch for the week’s lunches!

Slow Cooker Chopped Corned Beef Reuben

It’s Not Fancy But Oh Is It Ever Good

There’s nothing fancy about this slow cooker chopped corned beef Reuben. It’s your standard fare. Slow-cooked corned beef, tender, and then chopped. Mixed in with well-rinsed and drained kraut. Easy dressing, cheese, and rye. Done. Eat! For a fantastic twist, my spicy slow cooker corned beef really kicks up a Reuben sandwich. My sous vide version is also fantastic.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

Also try my southern Reuben sandwich and my slow cooker shredded Mexican beef. And my slow cooker Guinness corned beef is amazing also!

Slow Cooker Chopped Corned Beef Reuben
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Slow Cooker Chopped Corned Beef Reuben

There’s nothing fancy about this Reuben. It’s your standard fare. Slow-cooked corned beef, tender, and then chopped. Mixed in with well-rinsed and drained kraut. Easy dressing, cheese, and rye. Done.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword corned beef, crockpot, sandwich, slow cooker
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 556kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place kraut in slow cooker.
  • Add corned beef brisket and the spice packet that came with it.
  • Add lid and cook on low for 12 until the corned beef is about to fall apart.
  • Remove the corned beef and chop. Yes, you can slice it if you prefer. Return the beef to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  • At this point you can add the Thousand Island to the slow cooker and stir, if you desire, or simply slather it onto the bread slices.
  • Spoon kraut and beef mixture onto the bread. Note: I like to transfer the mixture to a strainer first. I press down on it lightly to remove as much moisture as I can. This prevents me from having a soggy (bleh!) Reuben.
  • Add cheese to sandwich and serve.

Notes

Also great served on thick rye bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 556kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 2742mg | Potassium: 684mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 227IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count