During Fall break, I was able to expand my horizons and cook different recipes with my mom. Now that it’s getting colder, I’m starting to crave a good stew or warm, creamy, soup in the evenings after a long day of class. Using some of her recipes, and putting my own twist on it, I bring to you, from my kitchen to yours, a list of the best recipes you can make in your instant pot, crock pot, or whatever ya got. Enjoy!
- Chili
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I love a good hearty chili, especially on a cold night. It really is comforting and reminds me of home, especially when I bring back my mom’s recipe with me to have at school. Personally, I like to go the turkey route, instead of using beef. Here’s what you need:
-1 container of ground turkey (I like Perdue or the store brand)
-2 cans of tomatoes
-1 can of black beans
-1 can of chickpeas
-1 packet of chili seasoning
-½ cup of red wine
Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Veggie Soup
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-1 container chicken stock
-1 can cannellini beans
-2-3 handfuls of kale or spinach
-Squeeze of lemon
-1 can tomatoes
Cook on high for 4 hours or so. Won’t need that long, since it’s soup.
- Cranberry Chutney
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-2 bags of cranberries
-½ cup of fruit juice
-½ cup of raisins or other dried fruit
-Pinch of cinnamon
Tis the season! Cook in crockpot until cranberries are soft.
- Chicken Fiesta
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This is one of my mom’s best recipes. It’s best described as a halfway chili, but with shredded chicken instead, and more like a stew.
-1-2 chicken breasts (I get mine from Costco!)
-1-2 cans of tomatoes
-1 can of black beans
-2 handfuls of kale
-1 onion, chopped
-1 bell pepper
Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Once recipe has finished cooking, chicken will be soft, making it easy to shred with a fork. Serve over ½ cup brown rice or quinoa, and enjoy.