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Family Fun on a Bun

Posted on Feb 14th, 2016
by Brooke
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slow cooker beef

It’s family day this weekend: a Canadian holiday to overcome the February blues. Much needed today in -21C (-6F) weather. It is also Valentine’s Day, making for a busy weekend.

I just want to eat something delicious, warm and cozy. Something that takes no effort. This weekend I pulled out my slow cooker! Most recipes are 4-5 hours on high, or 6-10 hours on low. Here are some of our family favourites.

Juicy, fall-off-the-bone meat sandwich

Make pulled pork or beef in the slow cooker, served on a bun with sliced cucumber and a side of green apple salad:

  • Pulled Pork
  • Pulled Beef
  • Green Apple Coleslaw

Comforting chicken stew

Poultry is incredibly diverse. We wait for the super sale on chicken breasts or thighs, and post-holiday turkeys. Serve over cooked quinoa with steamed asparagus or broccoli and a slice of fresh bread.

  • Best Ever Turkey breast
  • Chicken stew (clear broth, no tomatoes)
  • Chicken stew with squash
  • Chicken stew with dumplings (no tomatoes)

Chili

Chili is my go-to because it freezes well as “emergency food”. Adding 1 cup of brown rice on the bottom of the slow cooker can help absorb some of the extra liquid from vegetables and gives it more volume (aka servings).  A serving is 1½ cups and is loaded with vegetables if you add finely chopped onion, zucchini, peppers, and mushrooms. Top with ¼ cup of Greek yogurt for extra protein and a heaping tablespoon of salsa.

  • Chili turkey loaf
  • Classic beef chili
  • Make your own (low sodium) Taco seasoning

Let me know which one you tried and what you liked best about it in the comments.

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  • leftovers
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Brooke

My name is Brooke and I love to cook, hence the nickname. I am passionate about eating for pleasure and nutrition, making jam, and Pilates.

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