Category Archives: Slow Cooker

Chipotle Turkey Chili

Posted on January 14, 2013 by

I love chili, whether it’s my award winning black bean and sausage chili, white bean and chicken chili, vegetarian sweet potato chili or what I call traditional chili (made with beef.) I was cleaning out my pantry (truly a stretch … Continue reading →

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Pull-Apart Chicken Thigh and Olive Stew (or Pasta Sauce)

Posted on January 3, 2013 by

I rarely buy chicken thighs since my family prefers chicken breasts, but there was a great sale on them so I decided to pick some up to cook in my new Ninja cooker. I recalled a wonderful crockpot recipe from … Continue reading →

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Tangy Pork Loin End Roast, Ninja Style

Posted on December 10, 2012 by

With the holidays so close, time is at a premium for most of us, with the parties and decorating and shopping and such. Here’s an easy and delicious pork roast to make in your slow cooker. I save even more … Continue reading →

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Ham, Potato and Corn Chowder, Ninja Style

Posted on November 5, 2012 by

The first dish I made in my new Ninja® 3-in-1 Cooking System that I blogged about last week was a wonderful ham, potato and corn chowder. I wanted to use the Ninja’s stovetop and slow cooker modes, and since the … Continue reading →

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Product Review: Ninja® 3-in-1 Cooking System

Posted on November 1, 2012 by

It’s been several weeks since I got my Ninja® 3-in-1 Cooking System and I’ve been quite happy with it so far. Before I begin this review, a couple of things: First, I am not affiliated with Ninja in any way. … Continue reading →

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Carnitas Soft Tacos

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

Harris Teeter had Boston butts on sale the other day, so I picked one up, not really sure how I was going to prepare it. Since Cinco de Mayo was approaching, I decided to try my hand at carnitas soft … Continue reading →

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Food of the Month, March 2012: Corned Beef

Posted on March 12, 2012 by

It should be no surprise to anyone that March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day – is National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day. I love corned beef, especially for leftovers to use in Reuben sandwiches and paninis, or as a base … Continue reading →

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