Make it – The Crockpot – something we humans REALLY got right.

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Ready for one of the easiest recipes EVER?

Step one: Pick some yummy veggies

like carrots!

and red-skin potatoes!

Step two: Add in some healthy protein…

pork chops

Step three: Go to town on the seasonings! (I added rosemary and thyme).

Put all ingredients into the crock pot (I added a bit of olive oil an water to make sure the dish didn’t dry out).

And forgetta ’bout it!

You’ll come home to a kitchen that smells heavenly and a warm home-cooked meal.

I swear, this thing is a LIFESAVER on days that you just want to come home and RELAX after work (and not have to resort to ordering a pizza)

How often do you use the crockpot? Any good recipes to share?

19 Responses to “Make it – The Crockpot – something we humans REALLY got right.”

  1. Heather @ The Joyful Kitchen said:

    you know, we are having pork chops tonight! i wish i’d thought of this beforehand…but now i’ll remember for next time :)

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  2. K said:

    My parents make a meal similar to that but I think they use beef? I don’t know but crock pots are the best!

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  3. Mara @ What's for Dinner? said:

    I LOVE THE CROCKPOT!!!! Seriously… mine’s saved me tons of times!

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  4. Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) said:

    I love my crockpot. It’s the most amazing thing to throw a few items in in the morning and then come home to a delicious-smelling dinner. And no burning! It’s seriously the best kitchen appliance ever.

    I’m a big fan of crockpot soups, although according to my handy Crockpot cookbook, you can even bake in them!

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  5. Jenny said:

    my mom is a crockpot cookin’ fiend. It’s zee best!

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  6. Sarah said:

    I love my crockpot. But I don’t use it nearly enough. The other great thing about crockpots is that generally the recipes make HUGE batches and then there are leftovers to freeze – making a work-free meal for another time ( love those )

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  7. Good Taste. Healthy Me said:

    I so love crockpots! How much water did you happen to stick in there?

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  8. Lu said:

    I love a good crockpot meal. My favorite is a pork tenderloin that I cook with garlic cloves, rosemary and pomegranate juice. So simple, yet so delicious.

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  9. Jenny said:

    A crock pot is on my list of appliances I want for my next apartment! I never realized how absolutely genius they are!

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  10. Foy (Garden Cook Write Repeat) said:

    I just figured out you don’t really need a recipe for crock pots. I use mine mostly for beans and wild rice. I don’t like the overcooked veggies. Or maybe I’m doing it wrong?

    The only rule I have come across is don’t overfill or when it gets to boiling it makes a mess. Yep learned that the hard way.

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  11. Jessica @ The Process of Healing said:

    That is such a good idea!!!
    I like to make spaghetti sauce, soups, and chilis in a crock pot. Yum!

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  12. Chelsea said:

    I love the crockpot :) I’ve made many a meal that looks just like this.

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  13. janetha b said:

    LOVE my crock pot! i do “crock pot wednesdays” every week!

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  14. Shelley said:

    i love the title of this post haha- great meal!

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  15. Angela said:

    I have a crock pot I’ve never used, I think it’s time to bust it out!

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  16. Sarah said:

    The crockpot saves me on so many occasions. I actually have it on the menu for the week. Crockpot chicken is a favorite of mine.

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  17. thedailybalance said:

    Foy — try setting it on a lower setting or not cooking it as long!

    Good taste — I used about 1/4 cup — and about 1 tablespoon of olive oil!

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  18. CaSaundra said:

    I LOVE my slow cooker! It almost feels like its a way to cheat for cooking, because it’s so easy, yet it turns out way tasty with no work :-)

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