Thursday, April 9, 2009

Foodie Friday - Still working the crock pot!

Here in the Mid-Atlantic, we're still having some of those really chilly damp Spring nights. The kind when you really want something hot and warming when you get home from work. So I'm still cooking with my crock pot.

You may wonder why my crock pot has a little "skirt" around the lid? -- what's sticking out is the edge of the crock pot liner.

If you cook in a crock pot and haven't used these yet - I can tell you they're a life altering product! You'll NEVER have to scrub and scrub and scrub and scrub the inside of your crock pot again!

So what is that yummy smell that's greeting me when I open my front door? One of our very favorite crock pot recipes. For us I put in about 8 boneless skinless chicken tenders. I cut up 1 1/2 medium sized spanish onions. 1 green bell pepper cut into chunks. 1 can diced tomatoes and 1 can rotel tomatoes (if you want it spicy). Italian seasoning and garlic salt. Then I turn it on low and let it cook all day.


Now, food cooked in the crock pot, usually isn't the "prettiest" food presentation, but it's good hearty eating. Sometimes I spoon this over rice, tonight I cooked about a cup of pasta. Toss a salad and a little garlic bread and we've got supper on the table!
For more good food (and some of it's even "pretty"!) - check out "Foodie Friday" at "Designs by Gollum".
See ya!
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24 comments:

  1. Domestic DesignerApril 9, 2009 at 6:40 PM

    I love the crock pot liners. I always use them and it saves so much time on clean up! Your food looks yummy! I also love your tablescape especially the bunny plates and of course the centerpiece! Have a wonderful Easter!

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  2. MissyApril 9, 2009 at 7:15 PM

    I would die without my crockpot. I love this recipe. I actually used mine today to do chicken for chicken and yellow rice. I will be checking out those liners.

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  3. susanApril 9, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Nothing beats a crockpot for convenience! Will have to give the liners a try. I HATE to clean my crockpot. Happy Easter!

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  4. Kelly BApril 9, 2009 at 7:40 PM

    Pretty food isn't all it's cracked up to be!! I have 5 kids and if the bread isn't squished, it must be hard as a rock and totally inedible!! :) I love my crockpot!! Once it is placed over rice or pasta, I think it is much more lovely. Garnishes can always trick someone, too!! :)

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  5. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 7:51 PM

    HI Martha! This dish sounds wonderful. I'm going to try it! Now I have to admit I've never heard of these crock pot liners before! Must find me some.
    BE a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  6. Nicole ~April 9, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    I have never seen a crock pot liner, what a wonderful idea!! I love crock pot food, it is so scrumptious. This looks very good.

    Have a wonderful Easter, Nicole

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  7. claudieApril 9, 2009 at 8:38 PM

    We don't have those here in Canada BOO HOO
    I love it and your recipe. Anything easy is for me.
    I love your Tablescape Thursday also. I love bunny anything.
    Happy Easter Martha.
    Love Claudie
    xox

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  8. JoyceApril 10, 2009 at 2:36 AM

    Recipe sounds delicious. Can you believe I purchased my first crock pot last year after cooking for years and years? I really like it and have played with it all winter. This is the first time I have laid eyes upon those pot liners...interesting. Thanks for sharing and Happy Easter.
    Joyce

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  9. MarthaApril 10, 2009 at 2:52 AM

    Looks like a good dinner to me -- especially since it is cold and rainy.

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  10. KBeauApril 10, 2009 at 5:14 AM

    I guess I'm going to have to break down and buy a crock pot. I got rid of mine a long time ago, because I hated cleaning it. The liner was not removeable, and with the cord attached you couldn't put it down into the water. Now you tell me about crock pot liners. Boy they must make like a lot easier.

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  11. imjacobsmomApril 10, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    Great idea! A liner! It's about time someone came up with them. I think your meal looks devine! I can just smell it....Robyn

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  12. Rattlebridge FarmApril 10, 2009 at 7:18 AM

    What a wonderful, informative post. You may have just revolutionized cooking across blogland with this great article! Cleaning a Crock Pot is a dreadful thing-- no more!
    May you have a wonderful holiday.
    Hugs,
    G

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  13. Beth at AuntiesApril 10, 2009 at 8:15 AM

    I LOVE the liners. They are a dream!!!!
    This looks so delicious and and I will be trying your homemade recipe soon.

    I have been opening a bottle of our favorite Marinara already made sauce and pouring over the tenders and making the same type of meal:)

    YUM! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeApril 10, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    I forget to use the crockpot since I retired. Now I must remember to get it out and get going again. So many good things come from them. This looks so good. Thanks for the recipe. Happy Easter, Hugs, Marty

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  15. CindyApril 10, 2009 at 11:32 AM

    That looks good. I bet the chicken is so tender from cooking it that way! That is even a weight watcher friendly dish, I could just put it over some spaghetti squash.

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  16. KristenApril 10, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Those liners are completely worth the cost! I love them. And your recipe sounds fantastic - it is definitely planned in a future menu!

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  17. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    I didn't know there was such a thing as a crock pot liner. I must look for them here. Martha would you mind dropping off a plate of that yummy chicken pasta? I would pay for your gas.

    Smiles..

    Sue.

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  18. Sara's Sweet SurpriseApril 10, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    The slow cook crock pot is a staple in my home. Especially for cooking roasts tender and juicy.
    I need to find these liners. I appreciate finding products that will help in the clean up.
    The chicken pasta looked like it was cooked to perfection. I bet it tasted good too.

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  19. KathleenApril 10, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    I knew they existed, but never tried them..and I see several give them a thumbs up..
    I do like the Green bags..with just 2 of us here, I do find they prolong the life of the veggies..
    Happy Easter!

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  20. ChandyApril 10, 2009 at 6:51 PM

    Yummy! I wish I ate some with you! I am barely getting the hang of using my crockpot that my MIL gave me two years ago. ;-)

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  21. Mama Freemans' cafe'April 10, 2009 at 7:28 PM

    Confession time. I have a crock pot soaking at this very minute.Its been soaking for a couple of days. Great idea.And no more guilt! Happy Easter

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  22. FoleyApril 10, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    I found the liners at Christmas time and am never without them!!!
    The chicken tenders look yummy - and I would use the Rotel too, putting them over pasta is a good comfort dish!!!
    Super post!

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  23. Lori (All That Splatters)April 11, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    Thanks for the tip about the liners. I've never used them before, so I'm glad to see such a great review of them. Dinner looks delicious - even better when it's already done when you walk in the door at the end of the day! :D

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  24. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleApril 12, 2009 at 6:05 AM

    I am going to try this one you! I bookmarked it!Thank you for your bloggy friendship. It warms my spirit.
    Happy Easter!

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