Slow Cooker Corned Beef

This slow cooker corned beef recipe yields tender and flavorful meat alongside perfectly cooked vegetables, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in a comforting dish thats perfect for St. Patricks Day or any time you crave a classic comfort food meal.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs corned beef brisket with spice packet
• 10 small red potatoes
• 5 carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces
• 1 large onion, peeled and cut into wedges
• 1 head cabbage, cut into wedges

Instructions:

Place potatoes, carrots, and onion into the bottom of a slow cooker

Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water and pat dry with paper towels

Place the brisket on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker and sprinkle the spice packet over the meat

Add enough water to cover the brisket

Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until the brisket is tender

Add cabbage wedges to the slow cooker during the last hour of cooking

Once cooked, remove the brisket and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain

Serve the sliced corned beef with the vegetables from the slow cooker

Best Slow Cooker Casserole

This slow cooker casserole is comfort food at its finest, with savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and crispy tater tots. Using the Instant Pot for prep makes it even easier

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can 10
• 75 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 package 30 oz frozen tater tots

Instructions:

In the Instant Pot, set to saut mode, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic until beef is browned and onion is translucent

Stir in condensed cream of mushroom soup, peas, corn, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese until well combined

Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker

Top the mixture with frozen tater tots, spreading them evenly

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until tater tots are golden and crispy

Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole during the last 30 minutes of cooking

Serve hot and enjoy

Easy Spinach and Gouda Cheese Quiche

This easy spinach and Gouda cheese quiche is a perfect combination of savory flavors and creamy texture. Its a great option for a quick and satisfying meal, whether its breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 5 large eggs
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C

Set the pie crust aside after putting it in a pie dish

Whisk the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and paprika together in a bowl

Cover the bottom of the pie crust with the chopped spinach

Put the chopped Gouda cheese on top of the spinach

Put the egg mix on top of the cheese and spinach

The quiche should be baked in a hot oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until it is set and the top is a light golden brown

Take it out of the oven and let it cool down for a few minutes before cutting it

Enjoy your tasty spinach and Gouda cheese quiche while its still hot

Cherry Pie Filling Jam

This homemade cherry pie filling jam is a delightful addition to your baking and breakfast recipes. Its bursting with the sweet and tart flavors of cherries and can be used as a topping or filling for a variety of treats.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract optional

Instructions:

In a large saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and water

Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries release their juices and the mixture comes to a simmer

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and a few tablespoons of cold water until smooth

Stir the cornstarch mixture into the simmering cherry mixture

Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy, about 5 minutes

If desired, stir in the almond extract for added flavor

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cherry pie filling jam cool completely

Transfer the jam to sterilized jars, seal, and store in the refrigerator

Use as a delicious topping for cakes, pies, or toast

Pesto Portobello Burger with Greens & Chocolate

A surprising combination of savory Portobello mushrooms, creamy goat cheese, fresh spinach, and a hint of dark chocolate, all brought together by the rich flavors of pesto. This burger is a gourmet treat that will delight your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 4 large Portobello mushrooms
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 4 burger buns
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 1/2 cup goat cheese
• 4 squares of dark chocolate
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for grilling

Instructions:

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

Clean the Portobello mushrooms and remove the stems

Brush both sides of the mushrooms with olive oil and season with salt and pepper

Grill the mushrooms for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are tender

While grilling, cut the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill

Assemble the burgers by spreading pesto sauce on the bottom half of each bun

Place a grilled Portobello mushroom on top of the pesto sauce

Add a handful of fresh spinach leaves on top of the mushroom

Crumble goat cheese over the spinach

Place a square of dark chocolate on top of the goat cheese

Finally, top with the other half of the burger bun

Serve hot and enjoy your unique Pesto Portobello Burger with Greens & Chocolate

Honey Balsamic Beer Glazed Shrimp Skewers

Honey Balsamic Beer Glazed Shrimp Skewers are a delicious treat for your taste buds. The sweet and sour marinade goes well with the grilled goodness. A great dish for your BBQ parties

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup beer pale ale or lager
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions:

In a bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, beer, minced garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade

Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish

Pour half of the marinade over the shrimp, ensuring they are well-coated

Reserve the remaining marinade for basting later

Marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat

Thread marinated shrimp onto soaked wooden skewers, ensuring they are evenly distributed

Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp turn opaque and slightly charred, basting with the reserved marinade during grilling

Once cooked, remove the shrimp skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes

Serve the Honey Balsamic Beer Glazed Shrimp Skewers hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful BBQ creation

Love Carrots Salad

This Love Carrots Salad is a great mix of sweet and savory tastes. Natural sweetness comes from the carrots, and the honey and raisins add even more sweetness. While the walnuts and feta cheese are both nutty and salty, they go well together. You have to try this salad; its healthy and tastes great

Ingredients:

• 4 large carrots, peeled and grated
• 1/2 cup of raisins
• 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put the grated carrots, raisins, chopped walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese in a large bowl

Blend the honey, lemon juice, and olive oil together in a different small bowl

This will make the dressing

Add the dressing to the carrot mix and toss it around to cover everything

Add salt and pepper to the salad as needed

Put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before you serve it

If you want, you can add more walnuts and feta cheese as a garnish

Take a bite of your Love Carrots Salad