I have a small one-piece crock pot right now (aiming to put a big one with a removable insert on our registry when we get engaged). Mostly I have just made pot roasts in it; I can't wait to use some of the recipes here ( Read more... )

Quick question:
I made pumpkin soup (which turned out great btw) the other day and it has been in my crock pot on the warm feature. As long as I stir the food consistently and keep a cover on it, about how long do you think I can keep it out for without refrigeration? There are not dairy or meat products in the soup.

Thanks!
Dylan

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I learned this one from my mom. When there are leftover veggies from any dinner, store them in a plastic sandwich bag in the freezer. You can add to the bag until it is full. When you make a soup, stew, or anything involving mixed veggies in the crockpot, just open a bag and put them in. I did this yesterday with a beef stew that cooked all day, ( Read more... )

Hello!
In my freezer, I have some leftover beef roast and bones from that roast, as well as some of the juices. I've seen some recipes here for stews starting with raw beef, but does anyone have any suggestions for stews (or any other crockpot-ish treatment for cooking leftover/precooked beef?
Thanks for your help!!

I've got lots of leftover turkey, and am boiling the bones to make stock. What's your favorite turkey soup or stew recipe?

... Actually, any favorite recipes for leftover turkey would be great. :)

Taking my cue from rita0370 who mentioned cooking a Ham in a crock-pot ( Read more... )

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