fix-it and forget-it - baking with your slow cooker (2016)
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FIX-ITANDFORGET-IT®BAKINGWITHYOURSLOWCOOKERAllphotographsbyOliverParini(www.oliverparini.com)exceptaslistedbelow.
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TableofContents
WhyWouldYouBakeinaSlowCooker?WhatSizeSlowCookersShouldYouHaveforBaking?
QuickBreadsMuffinsandCupcakesCakesfromScratch
ShortcutCakesBarsandBrowniesCrispsandCobblers
PuddingsandCustardsPies
QuichesYeastBreads
PizzasGranolas
MetricEquivalentMeasurementsSubstituteIngredients
RecipeandIngredientIndexAbouttheAuthor
WhyWouldYouBakeinaSlowCooker?
•AfewreasonsIt’sablisteringlyhotAugustmorning,andIjustmadeabatchofbrownies.Inevertouchedmyoven.Mygrandmothersusedtotalkaboutdoingtheircanningintheirsummerkitchens—alittleout-
buildingattachedtothemainhousebyabreezeway.Theykeptalltheheatoutthere,awayfromthelivingquarters.
TodayIbakeinmyslowcooker.Samestrategy.Thentherearethedayswhenmyoven’sfull,orsetatadifferenttemperaturethanIneedtobake
mymuffins.Outcomesmyslowcooker.Butthere’ssomethingmore.Thebreads,thecakes,thepies,thebarsturnoutwithgorgeouscrumbs,
lusciousmoistness,splendidflavor.You’renotsacrificingwhenyoubakethesedessertsinyourslowcooker.
Ittakesenormouswillpowertodeveloprecipesforabakingbookwhenyoucan’tresistchocolateorfruitpies.Orpizzaorfrom-scratchyeastbreads.WhenIfirstbegan,IthoughtI’dfreezeallthesegoodthingsIwasbakingandservethemtofriendsoverseveralweeks,maybemonths.ThenIadmittedwhathappenswhenIknowthere’sgoodstuffinthefreezer.Ican’tgotobedwithoutasmallbowlful.
TurnsoutmydaughterwashostinghersupperclubwhileIwasworkingontheserecipes,andtherearesomegood-sizedeatersinthegroupwhocanputawayalotoffood.
“Mom,Ineverheardguystalkaboutcrumbstructureandmoistnessbefore,”shesaid,whenshebroughtbacktheemptycontainers.“Theykeptshakingtheirheadsandwieldingtheirforksovertheirwedgesofcake,talkingbetweenbitesabouthowevenlybakedanddeliciousitallwas.Andthewomen
werebackforsecondsandthirds,lookingguiltybuthappy!”
•PlanningdifferentlyJustremembertostartyourslow-cookerbakingalittleearlierinthedaythanwhenyouuseyour
oven.Mostoftheserecipesneedatleastanhourandahalf,andinmanycasesmore,inthecooker.So
you’refreetorunerrands,workinyouryard,catchlunchwithafriend,ortakeyourkidstomusiclessonswhilethingsbake.
•Don’tmissthewidevarietyDon’tgetstuckinonesectionofthesebakingrecipes.Makesureyoutrythecobblersandcrisps,the
quichesandgranolas,alongwiththepuddingsandpies,theyeastandthequickbreads.
•Afewthingsthatdon’twork—orneedspecialattention—inaslowcookerIdiscoveredthatitdoesn’tworktocrumbleastreuseltoppingoveracakeorcupcakeswhenfirst
puttingthebatterintobake.Itmeltsandsinksin.Youcanaddthestreuselafterthecakeisfullybaked.Sprinkleitevenlyovertop,thenbakethecakeabout20minuteslonger,uncovered.(Docupcakesforabout10minuteslonger,uncovered.)Ifyou’dlikethetoppingtocrispupandbrown,putthecakeunderthebroilerforaminuteortwo.Butwatchcarefullysoyoudon’tburnit.
Nordoesacreamcheesemiddlelayerorstuffingkeepitsidentityincupcakeswhenyou’rebakingtheminaslowcooker.Thecreamcheesejustdisappearsstraightintothebatter.
Becarefulaboutincreasingtheamountofchoppedfruitinacakeorquickbreadbeyondwhattherecipecallsfor.Themoisturecontentinthefruitweighsthingsdownsothatthecakeorbreadwon’triseasitshould.Itwilltastegood,butitwillbegummy—evenafter7½hoursonHigh.Ifoundout.
•Doingthe“Swoop”Alotofmoisturegathersontheinsideofyourslowcookerlidwheneveryouuseit.Youdon’twant
thosedropsdrippingontowhatyou’vejustbaked.Soyoudothe"Swoop"whenremovingthelid.Gripthehandleofthelidfirmly,andwithaswiftand
firmmove,liftthelidandturnitright-sideupinatake-chargesinglemotion.Ihopeyouenjoybakingwithyourslowcookerandservingyourfamilyandfriendsfromit.
Remember,it’sagreatwaytotakeadessertorsavorybakeddishtoapotluckorbuffetmeal—ortobringsomerealdelighttoyourtailgatingparty.Ortoserveanynightordayoftheweek!
—PhyllisGood
WhatSizeSlowCookersShouldYouHaveforBaking?
Isuggestthatyouhavea5-or6-quartroundslowcooker,plusa6-quartovalslowcookertostart.Withthosetwosizesandshapes,you’llbeabletomaketherecipesinthisbook.
Youcanfita1-quartroundbakingdishwithalid,aswellasa2-quartroundbakingdishwithalid,intoyour5-or6-quartroundslowcooker.Youcanalsofita6½”or7”springformpanintoeitherofthoseroundslowcookers.
Youcanfitfourorfive3”(6-oz.)ramekinsintoa6-quartovalslowcookerwithouthavingthemtoucheachother.You’llusetheramekinsforbakingmuffins,cupcakes,andindividualcustards.
Youcansitagood-sizedbreadorloafpan(9¼”x5¼”x2¾”orsmaller)onthefloorofa6-quartovalslowcooker.Oryoucanhangitontothetopedgeoftheovalcookerifitdoesn’tfitontothefloorofthecooker.
•Otherusefulequipmenttohave1.Ovenmitts—Youwantthemtobewellinsulatedbutnottoothick.You’llwearthemtoliftthe
bakingdishes,ramekins,andloafpansoutoftheslowcookercrock.Ifthebakingdishfitsfairlytightlyintothecrock,andifthemittsaretoothick,itmaybeasqueezetoliftoutthebakingdish.
2.Sturdytongs—Isometimesusethesetoliftramekinsoutofthehotcrock.Youneedaheftypairwithabear-jawgrip.AndIalwayshaveahotmatinmyotherhandtosupportthebottomofwhateverI’mliftingoutwithtongs.
3.Coolingorbakingrack—You’llusethisallthetimewhentheslowcookerhasfinisheditsjob.You’lleitherliftthecrockoutofthecooker’selectricalunit,oryou’llliftoutthebakingdish,loafpan,orramekins.Placethehotcontaineronthecoolingracksoaircancirculatethewholewayaroundit.Thishelpskeepthebakeditemfromgettingsoggyandallowsittocoolfaster.Mightbegoodtohavetwooftheseracks.Youcanstackoneontopoftheotherifyouwanttocoolaheavy,fullcrock.Orifyou’recoolingbakingsheets,you’llbegladfortheextraspace.
REMEMBER,YOURSLOWCOOKERWORKSFORYOU!It’scapableofalotmorethanyoumighthaveimagined.Sodon’tbeshyaboutwhatyouaskittodo
—likemakecakesandbreadsandbreakfastwhileyousleep.Orhelpyoucookamealforguestswhileyou’reawayenjoyingamovieorfootballgametogether.Orrelievepressurewhenyou’rehostingthewholefamilyforaholidaymeal.Thesearenear-miracleappliances,especiallyifyouunderstandalittlebitabouthowtheywork.Here
areafewthingsIlearnedalongtheway.
•Let’sgetridoftwomythsrightnow—Myth#1“Slowcookersareawinter-timeappliance.”That’sjustaquarterofthetruth.Rememberthattheycandotheirquietslowworkwithoutheatingupyourkitcheninthesummertime.Andthey’rejustashappycookingforyouwhileyou’reatthepoolwithyourkidsorworkinginyourlawnorgarden.Slowcookerswilldefinitelyworkforyouyear-round.
Myth#2“Themainthingtomakeinthemisbeefstew.”That’sonlyone-tenthofthetruth,maybeless.Andthisbookwillprovethattoyouunmistakably!
•Averybigpoint—Learntoknowyourslowcooker.Planalittleget-acquaintedtime.Eachslowcookerhasitsown
personality—justlikeyourovenandyourcar.Plus,manynewslowcookerscookhotterandfasterthanearliermodels.Ithinkthatwithallofthe
concernforfoodsafety,theslowcookermanufacturershaveampeduptheirsettingssothat“High,”“Low,”and“Warm”areallhighertemperaturesthanintheoldermodels.Thatmeanstheycookhotter—andtherefore,faster—thanthefirstslowcookers.Thebeautyoftheselittlemachinesisthatthey’resupposedtocooklowandslow.Wecountonthatwhenwefliptheswitchinthemorningbeforeweleavethehousefor10hoursorso.
So—becausenoneofusknowswhatkindoftemperamentourslowcookerhasuntilwetryitout,norhowhotitcooks—don’tassumeanything.
Saveyourselfadisappointmentandmakethefirstrecipeinyournewslowcookeronadaywhenyou’reathome.Cookitfortheshortestamountoftimetherecipecallsfor.Thencheckthefoodtoseeifit’sdone.Orifyoustartsmellingfoodthatseemstobefinished,turnoffthecookerandkeepyourfoodfromover-cooking.
Thenwriteinyourcookbook,nexttotherecipeyoumade,exactlyhowlongittooktocookit.Thenexttimeyoumakeit,youwon’tneedtotrytoremember.
Andapplywhatyoulearnedtothenextrecipesyoumakeinyourcooker.Ifanotherrecipesaysitneedstocook7-9hours,andyou’vediscoveredyouownafastandfuriousmodel,cookthatrecipefor6-6½hoursandthencheckit.Youcanalwayscookarecipelonger.Toobadyoucan’treversethingsifyou’veoverdoneit.
Slow-cookedfooddoesn’thavetotasteover-cooked.Youdon’thavetosacrificethecooker’sconveniencetotakecareofthat.
YOURSLOWCOOKERGUIDEBOOK
•Thingsyou’llbehappierknowing!1.Ithinkit’sworthinvestinginacookerthatallowsyoutoprograminthecookingtimeyouwant,
andthenswitchestoWarmautomaticallyifyou’renottheretotakeoutthefinisheddishthemomentitstopscooking.Youcanfindreasonablypricedcookersthathavethesefunctions.Andyou’llhaveboughtyourselfrealconvenience.
2.Useonlytheamountofliquidcalledforinarecipe.Incontrasttoanovenorastovetop,aslowcookertendstodrawjuicesoutoffoodandthenharborit.
3.Thereareconsequencestoliftingthelidonyourslowcookerwhileit’scooking.Tocompensateforthelostheat,youshouldplantoadd15-20minutesofcookingtimeforeachtimethelidwasliftedoff.
4.Aworkingslowcookergetshotontheoutside—andImeantheouterelectricalunitaswellastheinnervessel.Makesurethatcuriousandunsuspectingchildrenoradultsdon’tgrabholdofeitherpart.Useovenmittswhenliftinganypartofahotcooker,includingthelid.
ApproximateSlowCookerTemperatures:•High—212°F-300°F(Remember,eachslowcookerisdifferent.)•Low—170°F-200°F•Simmer—185°F•Warm—165°F5.OnehourofcookingonHighisequaltoabout2½hoursofcookingonLow.
QuickBreads
RaspberryAlmondBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:20minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupwholewheatflour1cupall-purposeflour
¼cuprolledoats⅔cupsugar
2tsp.bakingpowder1tsp.bakingsoda
½tsp.salt1cupfreshorunsweetenedfrozenraspberries(donotthaw)
½cupslicedalmonds,lightlytoasted1egg,lightlybeaten½cupplainyogurt
⅓cupcanolaoil½tsp.almondextract
1.Inlargebowl,mixflours,oats,sugar,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalt.Gentlystirinraspberriesandalmonds.
2.Separately,mixegg,yogurt,oil,andalmondextract.
3.Gentlystirwetingredientsintodryuntiljustbarelymixed—streaksofflourarefine.
4.Pourbatterintogreasedandflouredloafpanthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
5.Placepanofbatterintocrockonjarlidormetaltrivet.Coverandplacewoodenchopstickorspoonhandleunderlidtoventatoneend.
6.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breaddoesnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
7.Wearingovenmittstoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromcooker.
8.Allowbreadtocool10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheedge,andturnloafoutontocoolingrackfor10moreminutesbeforeslicing.Servewarm.
TIPWonderfulslicedandspreadwithNutella.
BananaPeanutButterBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:10minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupall-purposeflour1cupwholewheatflour
1tsp.bakingsoda½tsp.salt
1cupmashedripebanana(about2medium)½cupcreamypeanutbutter
½cupsugar⅓cupplainyogurt⅓cupvegetableoil
2eggs1tsp.vanillaextract
1cupsemisweetchocolatechips
1.Inamixingbowl,combineflours,bakingsoda,andsalt.
2.Separately,mixbanana,peanutbutter,sugar,yogurt,oil,eggs,andvanilla.Whenthoroughlymixed,stirinchocolatechips.
3.Addwetingredientstodryingredients,stirringjustuntilcombined.
4.Pourbatteringreasedandflouredloafpan.
5.Setpanonjarlidormetaltrivetinslowcooker.Placelidonslowcooker,ventingatoneendwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
6.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
7.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromcookerandallowtocool10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheloafandturnitoutontocoolingrack.Slicesbestwhencool,ifyoucanwaitthatlong!
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisthetrifectaofdeliciousness,Ithink:chocolate,peanutbutter,andbanana.Iserve
thisbreadforbreakfast,snacks,ordessert—it’salwayswelcome!
GlazedPoppyseedBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
2cupsall-purposeflour½cupsugar
½tsp.salt1tsp.bakingpowder
½tsp.bakingsoda2Tbsp.poppyseeds⅓cupvegetableoil¼cupbuttermilk
1eggjuiceandzestof1lemon
Glaze:1cupconfectionerssugar
¼tsp.butterextract¼tsp.almondextract
pinchsalt2–3Tbsp.milk
1.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,salt,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andpoppyseeds.
2.Separately,mixoil,egg,lemonzest,andlemonjuice.
3.Addwetingredientstoflourmixtureandmixjustuntilcombined.
4.Pourbatterintogreasedandflouredloafpanthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
5.Placepanofbatterintocrockonjarlidormetaltrivet.Coverandplacewoodenchopstickorspoonhandleunderlidtoventatoneend.
6.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
7.Wearingovenmittstoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromcooker.
8.Allowbreadtocool10minuteswhileyoumaketheglaze.
9.Tomakeglaze,combineingredientsinsmallbowl,usinglesseramountofmilk.Addmoremilkasneededtomakethick,pourableglaze.
10.Runaknifearoundedgeofloafandturnoutontocoolingrack.
11.Pokeholesintopofloafwithaskewerorchopstick.Pourglazeslowlyandevenlyovertopofloaf.Allowtorestfor10–20minutesbeforeslicing.
Agreatvariation—Theglazeisoptional—thebreadwillstillbedeliciousandmoistwithoutit.
StrawberriesandCreamBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:20minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1½cupdicedstrawberries2tsp.lemonjuice
2cupsall-purposeflour1cupsugar½tsp.salt
2tsp.bakingpowder½cupvegetableoil½cuporangejuice
1½tsp.vanilla1egg
8oz.pkg.creamcheese,roomtemperature,diced
1.Inasmallbowl,combinestrawberriesandlemonjuice.Setaside.
2.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,salt,andbakingpowder.
3.Separately,combineoil,orangejuice,vanilla,andegg.Whisk.Stirincreamcheese.
4.Addstrawberriestooilmixture.
5.Combinewetanddrymixtures,stirringgentlyjustuntilcombined.
6.Pourbatteringreasedandflouredloafpanthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
7.Setpanonjarlidormetaltrivetinslowcooker.Placelidonslowcooker,ventingatoneendwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
8.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
9.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromcookerandallowtocool10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheloafandturnitoutontocoolingrack.Wait10moreminutesbeforeslicing.
TIPSprinkleloafwithconfectionerssugarbeforeserving.
RosemaryRaisinBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:20minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1¼cupswholewheatflour1¼cupsall-purposeflour
½cupsugar½tsp.bakingsoda
½tsp.bakingpowder½tsp.salt
1½tsp.driedrosemary1cupraisins
1½cupsbuttermilk
1.Inamixingbowl,combineflours,sugar,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,salt,androsemary.Stirinraisins.
2.Addbuttermilkandmixgently,justuntilcombined.
3.Pourbatterintogreasedandflouredloafpanthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
4.Placepanofbatterintocrockonjarlidormetaltrivet.Coverandplacewoodenchopstickorspoonhandleunderlidtoventatoneend.
5.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
6.Wearingovenmittstoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromcooker.
7.Allowbreadtocool10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheedge,andturnloafoutontocoolingrackfor10moreminutesbeforeslicing.Servewarm.
Somegreatvariations—1.Substitute1cupplainyogurtmixedwith½cupmilkforthebuttermilk.2.Maysubstitutemoreall-purposeflourforthewholewheatflour.3.Thisbreadislovelytoastedandthenspreadwithbutterorlemoncurd.
ThanksgivingBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:10minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1¾cupsflour¼cupstone-groundcornmeal
¾cupsugar1½tsp.bakingpowder
½tsp.salt⅓cupoil
1Tbsp.gratedorangezest½cuporangejuice
1egg1cupchoppedfreshcranberries
½cupchoppedwalnuts
1.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,cornmeal,sugar,bakingpowder,andsalt.
2.Separately,mixoil,zest,juice,andegg.Beat.Stirincranberriesandwalnuts.
3.Addwetingredientstodryingredients,stirringjustuntilcombined.
4.Pourbatteringreasedandflouredloafpan.
5.Setpanonjarlidormetaltrivetinslowcooker.Placelidonslowcooker,ventingatoneendwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
6.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
7.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromcookerandallowtocool10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheloafandturnitoutontocoolingrack.Slicesbestwhencool,ifyoucanwaitthatlong!
TIPYoumaysubstitutemoreall-purposeflourforthewholewheatflour.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thesearetheflavorsofautumn,especiallythatlittlesurprisehitofcornfromthecornmeal.
IlovetomakethisbreadsometimeclosetoThanksgivingwhenthefreshcranberriesstart
appearinginthestores.Ialsobuyafewextrabagsofcranberriesandstashtheminthefreezerforlater—justthawacup,drainwell,andchop.
IrishOatmealBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:25minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:6–10hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupplainfull-fatyogurt⅔cupmilk
1cuprolledoats2eggs
2Tbsp.oil¾cupdarkbrownsugar1cupwholewheatflour⅔cupall-purposeflour
1tsp.bakingsoda1tsp.salt
1.Combineyogurt,milk,andoatsinbowlwithlid.Refrigeratefor6–10hours.
2.Addeggs,oil,andsugartoyogurtmixture.Mixwell.
3.Separately,combinebothflours,bakingsoda,andsalt.
4.Stirflourmixturegentlyintoyogurtmixture.
5.Pourbatterintogreasedandflouredloafpanthatfitsintocooker.
6.Setloafpanonajarlidortrivetonthefloorofthecooker.Proplidopenatoneendwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
7.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
8.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromhotcooker.Allowtocool10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheloafandturnloafoutontoacoolingracktofinishcooling.Slicesmosteasilywhencoolifyoucanwaitthatlong.
TIPTheovernightsoakgivesadeliciousflavorandtexturetothebread;it’ssurprisinglylightforitshearty
ingredients.Iserveitwithbutter,marmalade,ormildcheese.
LittleBostonBrownLoavesMakesfour16–oz.loaves
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:5–6hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupwholewheatflour½cupstone-groundcornmeal
½cupryeflour2tsp.bakingsoda
1tsp.salt¼tsp.allspice
¾cupchoppedraisins1½cupsbuttermilk
½cupblackstrapmolasses2Tbsp.butter,roomtemperature
1.Inamixingbowl,combineflours,cornmeal,bakingsoda,salt,andallspice.Stirinraisins.
2.Separately,mixbuttermilkandmolasses.
3.Addbuttermilkmixturetoflourmixture.Stiruntiljustcombined.Setasidewhileyoupreparethecansandcooker.
4.Use4clean15-or16-oz.cans.Greaseinsidesgenerouslywithbutter.
5.Dividebatterbetweenthe4canstofillcans⅔full.Greasesquaresoftinfoilwithbutterandusetomaketightlidsoneachcan.
6.Setcansinslowcooker.Pourinwatertocomehalfwayupthesidesofthecans.
7.CoverandcookonLowfor5–6hours,untilskewerinsertedthroughfoillidintobreadcomesoutclean.
8.Carefullyremovehotcans(ajarlifterishelpful),uncover,andallowtorestfor10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheedgeofeachloafandturnloavesoutontocoolingracktocool.Sliceseasilywhencoolifyoucanwaitthatlong.
TIPServewithatraditionalNewEnglandsupperofbakedbeans,oreatasbreakfasttoastwithcreamcheese.
ButteryBeerBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:20minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupwholewheatflour2cupsall-purposeflour
2Tbsp.sugar3tsp.bakingpowder
1tsp.salt12-oz.beer,anykind,roomtemperature
¼cupmeltedbutter
1.Inamixingbowl,combineflours,sugar,bakingpowder,andsalt.
2.Addbeerandmix.
3.Pourbatteringreasedandflouredloafpanthatfitsinyourslowcooker.Drizzletopofloafwithmeltedbutter.
4.Setpanonjarlidormetaltrivetinslowcooker.Placelidonslowcooker,ventingatoneendwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
5.CookonHighfor3–4hours,untiledgesofbreadarepullingawayfromsidesandtesterinsertedinmiddleofloafcomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
6.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removehotpanfromcookerandallowtocool10minutes.Runaknifearoundtheloafandturnitoutontocoolingrack,waiting10moreminutesforeasiestslicing.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Ilovehavingthissavorybreadonhandforsoupmealsinthewinter.It’slessfussthan
yeastbread,butseemsextra-specialwithitsbutterytop.
JustCornbreadMakes4–6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupall-purposeflour1cupstone-groundyellowcornmeal
4tsp.bakingpowder1tsp.salt
2Tbsp.brownsugar1egg
1cupmilk⅓cupoil
1Tbsp.butter
1.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,cornmeal,bakingpowder,salt,andbrownsugar.
2.Makeawellinthedryingredients.Addegg,milk,andoil.
3.Whiskwetingredientslightly,drawinginthedryingredientsuntilingredientsarejustmixedwithstreaksofflourremaining.
4.Greaseslowcookerwithbutter.
5.Pourbatterinslowcooker.Smoothtop.
6.Cover.CookonHighfor2–3hoursuntiledgesarepullingawayfromthesidesandtesterinsertedinmiddlecomesoutclean.Breadwillnotbrownasmuchasoven-bakedbread!
TIPYoumayalsoputthebatterinaloafpanandbakeperdirectionsgivenwithButteryBeerBreadonpage19.
Somegreatvariations—Ifyouwantmorethanjustcornbread:1.Add½cupgratedsharpcheese,1tsp.paprika,and½tsp.driedoreganoforCheesyCornbread.2.Add¼cupchoppedfreshcilantro,½cupcorn,½tsp.chilipowder,and4-oz.cangreenchilies,well-drained,forMexicanCornbread.3.Replacepartoftheoilwithbacondrippings,replacethebrownsugarwith¼cupmaplesyrupandreducemilkto¾cup,andadd¼tsp.bakingsoda.Sprinkletopofbatterwithchopped,cookedbaconbits.ThisisMaple-BaconCornbread.
MuffinsandCupcakes
GrahamCrackerCupcakesMakes4largecupcakes
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2hours StandingTime:1dayIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
1Tbsp.shortening¼cupsugar1smallegg
8grahamcrackers,crushed½tsp.bakingpowder
¼cupchoppednutsofyourchoice,optional¼tsp.vanilla
¼cupmilk¼cupunsweetenedcrushedpineapple
¼cupsugar
1.Beatshorteningandsugartogetheruntilcreamy.
2.Beatinegg,crushedgrahamcrackers,bakingpowder,nutsifyouwish,vanilla,andmilk.Mixwell.
3.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatteramongthem.
4.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
5.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
6.Whilecupcakesarebaking,cookunsweetenedpineappleandsugartogetherforafewminutes,untilsugarmelts.
7.Spoonmixtureovertopsofbakedcupcakes.Allowtostand,covered,foratleastadaybeforeserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Ifyoustillfeelwarmaboutgrahamcrackersfromwhenyouwereakid,here’satastytwist
onthem,keptmoistbythepineapplesurprise.
PumpkinCoconutCupcakesMakes4largecupcakes
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
½cupsugar½cupcookedorcannedpumpkin
⅓cupcookingoil1egg
½cupflour¼tsp.salt
½tsp.bakingpowder½tsp.bakingsoda½tsp.cinnamondashofnutmeg
2Tbsp.unsweetenedgratedcoconutcinnamonandsugar
1.Mixtogether½cupsugar,pumpkin,oil,andegg.
2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogetherflour,salt,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,cinnamon,andnutmeg.Pourintowetingredientsandmixwell.
3.Foldincoconut.
4.Greaseinterioroffourramekins.
5.Dividebatteramongthem.Placeinslowcookercrock.
6.Sprinkleeachfilledramekinwithalightdustingofcinnamonandsugar.
7.Covercrockwithslowcookerlid.
8.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
9.Pullonovenmittstoliftramekinsoutofcrock,oruseasturdysetoftongs.Placeramekinsonwirebakingracktocool.
TIPIfyouopenacanofpumpkintomakethese,putwhat’sleftinafreezablecontainer,andmarktheamount
thatremainsontop.ThenyoucanmakeanotherbatchofPumpkinCoconutCupcakeswheneveryougettheinspiration.Btw,gratedcoconutfreezeswell,too.
FreshPeachCupcakesMakes4largecupcakes
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
5⅓Tbsp.(⅓stick)butter,softened⅔cupsugar1largeegg⅔cupflour
⅔tsp.bakingpowder1Tbsp.+1tsp.sourcream
⅔tsp.vanilla2–3freshpeaches,peeledandsliced
⅓tsp.cinnamon⅓tsp.sugar
1.Creambutterand⅔cupsugaruntillightandfluffy.
2.Beatinegg.
3.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetherflourandbakingpowder.Adddryingredientstowet,stirringjustuntilmixed.
4.Stirinsourcreamandvanilla,againstirringuntiljustmixed.
5.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatteramongramekins.
6.Topramekinswithslicedpeaches.Thensprinkleeachramekinwithcinnamonandsugar.
7.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithcookerlid.
8.BakeonLow2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
9.Putonovenmittsandliftramekinsoutofcrock,oruseapairofsturdytongs.Placeonwirebakingracktocool.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thesearesoftandmoistandlight,almostlikeminipeachcobblers.
PineappleZucchiniCupcakesMakes4largecupcakes
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
1smallegg½cupsugar
½tsp.vanilla¼cupcookingoil
½cupgratedzucchini¾cupflour
¼tsp.bakingpowder¼tsp.bakingsoda
¼tsp.salt2Tbsp.crushedpineapple,undrained
¼cupraisins¼cupnutsofyourchoice
CreamyFrosting:2Tbsp.Greekyogurt
2Tbsp.butter,softened½–¾cupconfectionerssugar,sifted
1.Inagood-sizedbowl,beategg,sugar,vanilla,andcookingoiltogetheruntilfluffy.
2.Stiringratedzucchini,flour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalt,mixingwell.
3.Stirincrushedpineapple,raisins,andnuts,mixingwell.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividecupcakebatteramongthefour.
5.Placeramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
6.BakeonLow2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
7.Lifttheramekinsoutcarefully,usingovenmittstoprotectyourknuckles,orusingsturdytongs.Placeonawirebakingracktocoolbeforefrosting.
8.Whilecupcakescool,mixfrostingingredientstogether.Frostwhencupcakesarecompletelycool.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Here’swhatthetestersaid:Thesearewonderfulandmoist.Iadded3/4tsp.pumpkinspice
toonebatchImade,andwepreferredthoseabovetheplainones.Whicheverwayyoudecidetomakethem,thisisonegreatwaytoincludezucchiniinadish!
DoubleChocolateMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
¼cupdryquickoats2¾Tbsp.milk
½cupall-purposeflour¼cupwholewheatflour1Tbsp.wheatoroatbran
¼cupsugar2Tbsp.brownsugar
2¾Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder⅛tsp.salt
rounded½tsp.bakingpowder1smallegg
2Tbsp.vegetableoil½cupmilk
1½tsp.vanilla⅓cupchocolatechips
Glaze:½–1Tbsp.peanutbutter,creamyorcrunchy
¾cupconfectionerssugartinybitofwater
1.Inamicrowave-safecontainer,combinequickoatsand2¾Tbsp.milk.MicrowaveonHigh1minute.Setaside.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,combineflours,bran,sugars,cocoapowder,salt,andbakingpowder.
3.Tothebowlwiththeoatsmixture,addtheegg,oil,½cupmilk,vanilla,andchocolatechips.
4.Gentlyaddwetingredientstodry,mixingjustuntilmoistened.
5.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatterequallyamongthem.
6.Placeramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
7.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
8.Pullonovenmittsandliftramekinsoutofcookerandontowirebakingracktocool.Orusea
sturdypairoftongstoliftthemout.
9.Whenthemuffinsarecooled,maketheglaze.Combinepeanutbutterandconfectionerssugarinabowl.Stirtogethergently.Whenwellmixed,stirinatsp.ofwater.Youwanttodrizzletheglaze,soaddonlyalittlebitofwateratatime,untilyoucandrizzleitontothemuffinswithoutitslidingitofftotheedges.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Goodtexture,deepdownchocolateflavor,lightoncalories—whatmorecanyouaskfor
fromamuffin?Oh,andthepeanutbutter,too.
PecanMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:1½–2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
½cupbrownsugar¼cupflour
½cupchoppedpecans⅓cupmeltedbutter
1egg
1.Combinebrownsugar,flour,andpecansinagood-sizedmixingbowl.
2.Inaseparatesmallerbowl,combinebutterandegg.
3.Stirwetingredientsintodry,justuntilmoistened.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatterevenlyamongtheramekins.
5.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
6.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
7.Wearingovenmitts,liftoutramekinsandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.Oruseasturdypairoftongstoliftthemout.
8.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
TIPThesefreezewellandthawinaminuteorlessinthemicrowave.
MorningGloryMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6–or7–quartoval
1smallegg¼cupvegetableoil
½tsp.vanillascant⅓cupsugar
½cup+1½tsp.flour½tsp.bakingsoda½tsp.cinnamon
⅛tsp.salt½cupgratedcarrots
¼cupraisins2Tbsp.choppednutsofyourchoice2Tbsp.gratedunsweetenedcoconut
¼apple,peeledandgratedorfinelychopped
1.Inagood-sizedmixingbowl,beategg.Thenaddoil,vanilla,andsugarandcombinewell.
2.Inaseparatemixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,bakingsoda,cinnamon,andsalt.Whenwellmixed,addgratedcarrots,raisins,choppednuts,gratedcoconut,andgratedorchoppedapple.Stirtogetherwell.
3.Adddryingredientsmixedwithfruitandnutsintocreamedingredients.Blendjustuntileverythingismoistened.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatterequallyamongtheramekins.
5.Placeramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
6.BakeonLow2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
7.Putonovenmittsandliftramekinsontowirebakingracktocool.Oruseasturdypairoftongstoliftthemout.
8.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thesemuffinshaveagreattexture.Andbecausetherearesomanydifferentingredients,
thetexture’sdifferentwitheverybite.Theyremindmeofcarrotcakewithouttheicing,and
theycertainlydon’tneedit.Addadabofcreamcheeseorbutterifyouwant.
LightBananaRaisinMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
⅓cupflour⅓cupdryrolledoats1tsp.bakingpowder
rounded¼tsp.cinnamon⅓cupskimmilk
⅓cupsmooshedripebananas⅓cupraisins
1Tbsp.+1tsp.vegetableoil1Tbsp.+1tsp.brownsugar,packed
smalleggwhite
1.Combineflour,dryoats,bakingpowder,andcinnamoninagood-sizedbowl.Setaside.
2.Combineremainingingredientsinaseparatebowluntilwellmixed.
3.Addwetingredientstodry,mixingjustuntildryingredientsaremoistened.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatteramongramekins.
5.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
6.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
7.Wearingovenmitts,liftramekinsoutofcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.Oruseasturdypairoftongstodothelifting.
8.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
TIPTheseareaquickandeasybreakfast.Andthey’reagoodwaytousearipebanana!Thesugarcontentislow
(remember—”Light”),sobringoutsomemarmaladeforthosewholikealittlemoresweetness.
BananaGroveCupcakesMakes4largecupcakes
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
1⅔Tbsp.shortening⅓cupsugar1smallegg
¼tsp.vanilla¼cupripesmooshedbananas
½cupflourdashofsalt
scant¼tsp.bakingpowder¾Tbsp.sourmilk*
pinchofbakingsoda
*Ifyoudon’thavesourmilk,putafewdropslemonjuiceorvinegarinTbsp.FillTbsp.withmilk.Allowtostandfor2–3minutesbeforeaddingtobatter.
1.Beatshorteningandsugartogetheruntilcreamed.
2.Addegg,vanilla,andsmooshedbananas.Mixtogetherwell.
3.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetherflour,salt,andbakingpowder.
4.Inasmalladditionalbowl,mixsourmilkandbakingsoda.
5.Addflourmixtureandsourmilkmixturealternatelytoshorteningmixture.Mixthoroughly.
6.Greaseinterioroffourramekins.
7.Dividebatteramongfourramekins,andthenplaceintoslowcookercrock.
8.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
9.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
10.Putonbakingmittstoliftouttheramekins,oruseasturdypairoftongs.Placeonwirebakingracktocool.
11.Thesearesoooogoodwithpeanutbuttericingandafewchoppedwalnuts.
TIPAllyouneedisoneveryripebanana—andyou’vegotasweetandtenderbreakfastorsoupgo-along.
RaspberryStreuselMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
4Tbsp.(halfastick)butter,softened¼cupsugar
smallegg1cupflour
¼tsp.bakingsoda¼tsp.bakingpowder
¼tsp.cinnamon⅛tsp.salt
¼cupmilk¼cupsourcream
½tsp.vanilla½cupraspberries,blackorred
confectionerssugar
Topping:¼cupflour
¼cupquickoats2Tbsp.+1tsp.sugar
¼tsp.cinnamondashofsalt
3Tbsp.butter,softened
1.Beatbutterandsugartogetheringood-sizedbowluntillightandcreamy.Addeggandbeatuntilwellblended.
2.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,cinnamon,andsalt.
3.Inanotherbowl,combinemilk,sourcream,andvanilla.
4.Addflourmixturetobutter-sugar-eggmixture,alternatingwithmilkmixture.Foldmixturestogethergently,untilingredientsarejustcombined.
5.Carefullyfoldinraspberriessoasnottodamagetheberriesorover-mixthebatter.
6.Inthedrybowlyou’veused,mixtogetherthedrytoppingingredients—flour,quickoats,sugar,cinnamon,andsalt.
7.Whenwellmixed,workinthebutterwithyourfingersuntilmixtureiscrumbly.
8.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividemuffinbatterequallyamongtheramekins.Sprinkletopswithtopping.(Ifyouhaveanystreuseltoppingleftover,freezeitforfutureuse.)
9.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
10.BakeonLow2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocentersoframekinscomesoutclean.
11.Wearingovenmitts,liftramekinsoutofcrockandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.Oruseapairofsturdytongstoliftouttheramekins.
12.Whenthemuffinsarecompletelycool,sprinklewithconfectionerssugar.
Agreatvariation—TheseasonforfreshraspberriesissoshortthatsometimesIcompletelymissit.ThenIusefrozenraspberriestomakethesemuffins.Ifyoudothat,don’tthawtheraspberries.JusttossthestillfrozenberriesinaseparatebowlwithaTbsp.offlour,rightbeforefoldingthemintothebatter.
BlueberryOatMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
⅓cupuncookedrolledoats⅓cupschmierkaseorbuttermilk*
⅓cupflour⅓tsp.bakingpowder
rounded¼tsp.bakingsoda¼tsp.salt
¼cupbrownsugar,lightlypacked1⅓Tbsp.vegetableoilorbutter,melted
1smallegg⅓cupfreshorfrozenblueberries
*Ifyoudon’thaveschmierkaseorbuttermilk,place1tsp.lemonjuiceorvinegarin⅓cupmeasure.Fillcupwithmilk.Letstandfor3–4minutes.Stir,thenaddtobatter.
1.Combineoatsandschmierkaseorbuttermilkinagood-sizedbowl.
2Inanotherbowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,salt,andbrownsugar.Stir,blendingwell.
3.Addoilorbutterandeggtooatmixture.Mixwell.
4.Adddryingredientstooatmixture.Stirjustuntilingredientsaremoistened.
5.Gentlyfoldinblueberries.
6.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatterevenlyamongramekins.
7.Placeramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
8.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
9.Pullonovenmittsandliftramekinsontowirebakingracktocool.Oruseasturdypairoftongs.
10.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
TIPIliketomaketheseaheadoftimeandfreezethem.Takethemoutofthefreezerandheattheminthe
microwavebeforeserving.
Agreatvariation—Youcansubstitute⅓cupchoppedapples(noneedtopeelthem),plus1tsp.cinnamon,forblueberries.
ApplePumpkinMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
½cup+2Tbsp.flour½cupsugar
¾tsp.pumpkinpiespice¼tsp.bakingsoda
⅛tsp.salt1smallegg
¼cupcannedorcookedpumpkin2Tbsp.vegetableoil
½cupfinelychoppedunpeeledapples
Streusel:1¾Tbsp.sugar
¾tsp.flour⅛tsp.cinnamon
1tsp.butter,softened
1.Inagood-sizedmixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,pumpkinpiespice,bakingsoda,andsalt.
2.Inaseparatebowl,combineegg,pumpkin,andoil.Stirintodryingredients,justuntilmoistened.
3.Foldinapples.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.
5.Dividebatteramongfourramekins.
6.Inasmallbowl,combinesugar,flour,andcinnamonforstreuseltopping.Workinbutterwithyourfingersuntilmixturebecomescrumbly.Sprinkleevenlyovertopsoffilledramekins.
7.Placeramekinsinslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
8.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
9.Putonovenmittstoliftramekinsoutofcookerandontowirebakingracktocool.Oruseasturdypairoftongstoliftthemout.
10.Letcooltowarmorroomtemperaturebeforeserving.
TIPIusedtopeelappleswhenevertheywentintoarecipe,untilafriendgavemeherrecipeforAppleMuffins,whichIloved.Ihadnoideathattheapplesweren’tpeeledbeforegoingintothebatter.ThatwastheendofmypeelingapplesformostappledishesImake(exceptapplepie,butoneofthesedaysI’mgoingtouse
unpeeledapplesinapieandseewhathappens)!
AppleCranberryMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
½cup+1¼Tbsp.flour1Tbsp.+1tsp.sugar
rounded¾tsp.bakingpowder¼tsp.salt
rounded⅛tsp.cinnamon1smallegg¼cupmilk
1¾Tbsp.vegetableoil⅓cupapple,unpeeledandfinelychopped3Tbsp.choppedfreshorfrozencranberries
1.Inagood-sizedmixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,sugar,bakingpowder,salt,andcinnamon.Whenwellmixed,makeawellinthecenterofthedryingredients.
2.Inaseparatebowl,blendtogetheregg,milk,oil,apples,andcranberries.
3.Addwetingredientsallatoncetodry.Stirjustuntilmoistened.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.
5.Dividebatterequallyamongfourramekins.
6.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
7.BakeonHighfor2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
8.Wearingovenmitts,liftramekinsoutofcookerandontowirebakingracktocool.Oruseasturdypairoftongstoliftthemout.
TIPChooseatartbakingappleforthebestflavor.
Agreatvariation—IfIdon’thavefreshorfrozencranberries,orifIwantalittledifferentflavorandtexture,Iuse3Tbsp.driedcranberries.Theyworkwellandaddgoodflavor.
LemonNutMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
¾cup+2Tbsp.flour½cupchoppedwalnuts
2¾Tbsp.sugar1tsp.bakingpowder
½tsp.lemonzest¼tsp.saltsmallegg
¼cupmilk2¾Tbsp.butter,melted
2Tbsp.sourcream
StreuselTopping:1½Tbsp.flour
1½Tbsp.brownsugar1½Tbsp.wheatgerm,toastedornot
1Tbsp.butter,softened½tsp.lemonzest
1.Mixflour,choppedwalnuts,sugar,bakingpowder,lemonzest,andsalttogetherinagood-sizedbowl.
2.Inasmallerbowl,beateggwithfork.Stirinmilk,butter,andsourcream.
3.Stirwetingredientsintodry,justuntilblended.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatterevenlyamongthefourramekins.
5.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.
6.Preparestreuseltoppingbycombiningflour,brownsugar,andwheatgerminbowl.Usingyourfingers,workinbutterandlemonzestuntilmixtureiscrumbly.
7.Scattertoppingevenlyoverfilledramekins.
8.Covercrockwithslowcookerlid.
9.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
10.Putonovenmittsandliftramekinsoutofcrock.Placethemonawirebakingracktocool.Oruse
sturdytongstoliftoutramekins.
11.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
TIPItwon’thurttouptheamountoflemonzestinboththebatterandthetopping.Ilovetheplaybetweensweet
andsourinbothpartsofthesemuffins.
Tasty,CrunchyBranMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
⅓cupall-brancereal2Tbsp.+2tsp.wholewheatflour
2Tbsp.+2tsp.wheatgerm,toastedornot2Tbsp.+2tsp.sunflowerseeds
⅓cupraisins1tsp.bakingpowder
1smallegg⅓cupmilk
1¾Tbsp.vegetableoil2tsp.molasses⅓tsp.vanilla
1.Combinedrycereal,flour,wheatgerm,sunflowerseeds,raisins,andbakingpowderinagood-sizedbowl,mixingwell.
2.Inaseparatebowl,combineegg,milk,vegetableoil,molasses,andvanillauntilwellmixed.
3.Pourwetingredientsoverdry.Mixonlyuntilmoistenedthroughout.
4.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatteramongramekins.
5.Placeramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
6.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
7.Wearingovenmitts,liftoutramekinsandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.Oruseapairofsturdytongstoliftthemout.
8.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
TIPUsewhateverstrengthandsweetnessofmolassesyoulikebest.Youcanalwaysdrizzlesomeoveryour
muffinhalvesbeforeeatingthem,too.
CornyCornmealMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
½cupflour½cupyellowcornmeal
2¾Tbsp.sugar1½tsp.bakingpowder
½tsp.salt1Tbsp.finelychoppedonion
½cupcream-stylecorn¼cupmayonnaise
1½Tbsp.vegetableoil1smallegg
1.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogetheralldryingredients—flour,cornmeal,sugar,bakingpowder,andsalt.
2.Makeawellinthemiddleofthedryingredientsandaddchoppedonion,corn,mayo,oil,andegg.Stirjustuntillightlymixed.
3.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatterevenlyamongtheramekins.
4.Placefilledramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
5.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
6.Putonovenmittsandliftramekinsoutofcrockandontowirebakingracktocool.Oruseasturdypairoftongstoliftthemout.
7.Servemuffinswarmoratroomtemperature.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Alotofcornbreadturnsoutdry.Butthisone,becauseofthecreamedcornand
mayonnaise,islusciouslymoist.Thechoppedonionaddstoitssavoryflavor.
SavoryCheeseMuffinsMakes4largemuffins
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
1cupflour1Tbsp.bakingpowder
¼tsp.salt4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,softened
2Tbsp.sugar1egg
½cupmilk½cupgratedsharpcheddarcheese
½tsp.driedbasil,or1½tsp.choppedfreshbasil
1.Siftflour,bakingpowderandsaltintoabowl.
2.Inaseparate,good-sized,bowl,beattogetherbutterandsugaruntilcreamyandlight.
3.Addeggandbeatwell.
4.Adddryingredientstowet,alternatingwithmilk.
5.Quicklyfoldingratedcheeseandbasil,justuntilblended.
6.Greaseinterioroffour3-oz.ramekins.Dividebatterequallyamongthem.
7.Placeramekinsintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
8.BakeonHigh2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenteroframekinscomesoutclean.
9.Wearingovenmitts,liftramekinsoutofcrockandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.Oruseapairofsturdytongstogetthemout.
10.Servemuffinswarmoratroomtemperature.
TIPSavorymuffinsaresooogood.Butyoumightwanttotipoffthepeopleeatingthemsotheyaren’texpectinga
biteofsweetness!
CakesfromScratch
BestPineappleCakeMakes12–16servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
2cupsflour2cupssugar
2tsp.bakingpowder2eggs
1tsp.vanilla20-oz.cancrushedpineapple,undrained
1cupchoppednuts
Topping:3-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,softened
¾cupconfectionerssugar¼tsp.vanilla
¼cupchoppednuts
1.Mixtogetherflour,sugar,andbakingpowderinabigbowl.
2.Stirineggs,vanilla,andundrainedpineapple.
3.Whenwellblended,stirinnuts.
4.Greaseinteriorofbakinginsertorbakingdishthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
5.Pourinbatter.Coverwithlidorgreasedfoil.
6.Placebakinginsertordishinslowcooker.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
7.BakeonHigh2½–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
8.Whencakeisfullbaked,carefullyremoveinsertordishfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingrackandletcoolcompletely.
9.Whencakeisnearlycool,mixtogethercreamcheese,butter,sugar,andvanilla.Spreadovercooledcake.Sprinklewithchoppednuts.
10.Cutintowedgesandserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—WheneverIservethis,noonecanbelievehowmoistandwonderfullyfruitythiscakeis.I
madeabatchformydaughter’sSupperClub,andshesaid,“I’veneverheardguysusetheword‘tender’todescribeacakebefore!”
CherrySwirlCakeMakes12–14servings
PrepTime:10–20minutes CookingTime:3–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
¾cupsugar4Tbsp.(halfastick)butter,softened
¼cupshortening¾tsp.bakingpowder
½tsp.vanilla½tsp.almondextract
2eggs1½cupsflour
halfa21-oz.cancherrypiefilling
Glaze:½cupconfectionerssugar
½–1Tbsp.milk
1.Mixallcakeingredientstogetherexceptpiefilling.Stirjustuntilmixed.
2.Greasealoafpan.Spread⅔ofbatterintopan.
3.Spreadpiefillingoverbatter.
4.Dropremainingbatterbytablespoonfulsontopiefilling.Spreadbatteroverpiefillingaswellasyoucan,butit’sokayifyoucan’tcoveritcompletely.Withaknife,swirlthebatterthroughthepiefilling—butdon’tstiroryou’lllosetheswirleffect.
5.Coverloafpanwithgreasedfoil.Placepanintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithcookerlid.
6.BakeonHighfor3–4hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
7.Carefullyremovepanfromcrock.Placeonwirebakingrack,uncovered,andallowtocool.
8.Whencakeisjustwarm,stirglazeingredientstogetherandthendrizzleovercake.
9.Sliceandserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisgoodforbreakfast,goodforlunch,goodanytime!Thebreadisabsolutelyfabulous
asaquickbread,slicedandtoastedandspreadwithbutterwhilewarm.Mydaughterdeclared,“Iwilleatthewholeloafmyself!”Andshenearlydid.
One-PotStrawberryShortcakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
2Tbsp.(¼stick)butter1cupsugar
2eggs2½cupsflour
½tsp.salt2tsp.bakingpowder
1cupmilk1tsp.vanilla
1.Meltbutteringood-sized,microwave-safebowl.
2.Stirinsugarandeggsthoroughly.
3.Addflour,saltandbakingpowder.Mixtogetheruntilcrumbly.
4.Stirinmilkandvanillauntilwellmixed.(Thebatterwon’tbecompletelysmooth,butthat’sokay.)
5.Greaseloafpan.
6.Pourbatterintoloafpan.Coverwithgreasedfoil.
7.Setinovalslowcooker.Covercooker.
8.BakeonHighfor2½–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
9.Allowtocoolfor20–30minutesbeforeslicingandserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Don’tyoulovearecipethatyoucanmixupinonlyonedish?Andonethatcallsfor
ingredientsyou’vegotonhand?Thisrecipeletsthestrawberriesshine!Instrawberryseason,wemakethisourdinner.
RhubarbSourCreamCakeMakes10servings
Prep.Time:35minutes CookingTime:3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,softened¾cupbrownsugar,firmlypacked
1egg1Tbsp.vanilla
2cupsflour1tsp.bakingsoda
1tsp.salt1cupsourcream
2cupsrhubarb,cutinto½”-thickpieces½cupsugar
½tsp.cinnamondashofnutmeg
1.Inalargebowl,creambutterandbrownsugartogetheruntilfluffy.
2.Beatineggandvanilla.
3.Inaseparatebowl,siftflourwithbakingsodaandsalt.Stirintocreamedingredients.
4.Foldinsourcreamandrhubarbpieces.
5.Greasefull-sizedloafpan.
6.Spoonbatterintoloafpan.
7.Mixtogether½cupsugar,½tsp.cinnamon,anddashofnutmeg.Sprinkleoverbatter.
8.Coverloafpanwithfoil.Placefilledpaninovalslowcooker.Coverwithcookerlid.
9.BakeonHigh3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofcakecomesoutclean.
10.Removepancarefullyfromslowcooker.Placeonwirebakingracktocool20–30minutes.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Ifyouloverhubarbandarealwaysontheprowlforgoodrecipesthatincludeit,addthis
onetoyourlist.There’ssomethingaboutthebalancebetweensweetandtartherethat’sirresistible.
LotsaBlueberriesCakeMakes8servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart(or6-or7-quartoval)
1egg1cupsugar
3Tbsp.butter,melted½cupmilk2cupsflour
1tsp.bakingpowderpinchofsalt
1pintfreshblueberries
1.Creamtogetheregg,sugar,andbutter.
2.Addmilkandmixwell.
3.Stirinflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Mixagain.
4.Foldblueberriesintothisstiffbatter.
5.Greaseinteriorofloafpan,slowcookerbakinginsert,orbakingdishthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
6.Covereitherwithgreasedfoilorlidofbakinginsertorbakingdish.
7.Placebakingcontainerintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithcookerlid.
8.BakeonHigh2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
9.Whenfinishedbaking,carefullyremovebakingcontainerfromcrock.Setonwirebakingracktocool.
10.Whencool,sliceandserve.
TIPYoucanmakethisoutofblueberryseasonbyusingfrozenblueberries.Don’tthawthem.Justtossthefrozenberrieswithatablespoonortwoofflourinabowlbeforestirringthemintothebatter(inStep4).Continue
withtherecipe—andyou’lllovetheoutcome!
BananaNutCakeMakes12–14servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart(or6-or7-quartoval)
2cupsflour1tsp.bakingpowder
1tsp.bakingsoda½tsp.salt
1½cupssugar½cupshortening½cupbuttermilk*
1½cupsslicedbananas2eggs
1tsp.vanilla½cupchoppednuts
BananaFrosting:4Tbsp.(halfastick)butter,softened
½tsp.vanilla1¾cups,orabitmore,confectionerssugar
2Tbsp.mashedbananas½tsp.lemonjuice
*Ifyoudon’thavebuttermilk,put1½tsp.lemonjuiceorwhitevinegarina½-cupmeasure.Fillmeasuringcupwithmilk.Stir.Letstand5–7minutes.Thenaddtowetingredients,includingany
curdsthathaveformed.
1.Siftflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalttogetherinagood-sizedmixingbowl.
2.Combinesugar,shortening,buttermilk,bananas,eggs,andvanillainafoodprocessoruntilsmooth.
3.Pourwetingredientsintodry.Addnuts.Mixjustuntilcombined.
4.Greaseandflourabakinginsert,bakingdish,orloafpanthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
5.Pourinbatter.
6.Coverwithlidofinsertordish,orwithgreasedfoil.Placecontainerinslowcookercrock.Coverwithcookerlid.
7.BakeonHighfor2½–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofcakecomesoutclean.
8.Carefullyremovepanfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingrack,uncovered,andallowtocool.
9.Whilecakeiscooling,makefrosting.Creamtogetherbutterandvanillabyhandorwithanelectricmixeruntilwellmixed.Graduallybeatinsugar.Stirinbananasandlemonjuice.Spreadovercooledcake.
TIPYou’vegotbananastwowayshere—slicedandsmashed.You’llbeallrightifyou’vegotthreemedium-sized
ones.Don’tskipthefrosting—justmixitupwithnocookingrequired.
PumpkinCakeMakes12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
2eggs1cupsugar
¾cupvegetableoil1½cupsflour
1½tsp.bakingpowder1tsp.cinnamon
1tsp.bakingsodapinchofsalt
¼tsp.groundginger1cuppumpkin
½cupchoppedwalnuts
CreamCheeseFrosting:4Tbsp.(halfastick)butter,softened
3-oz.pkg.Philadelphiacreamcheese,softened2cupsconfectionerssugar
1tsp.vanilla
1.Beattheeggswellinalargebowl.Stirinthesugarandblendwell.
2.Beatintheoil.
3.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetherflour,bakingpowder,cinnamon,bakingsoda,salt,andgroundginger.
4.Addthedryingredientsalternatelywiththepumpkintothewet.
5.Whenwellmixed,stirinthewalnuts.
6.Greaseandflourabakinginsertorbakingdishthatfitsintoyourslowcooker.
7.Spoonbatterintoinsertordish.Coverwithitslidorgreasedfoil.
8.Placefilledinsertordishintocooker.Coverwiththecookerlid.
9.BakeonHigh2½–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
10.Carefullyremoveinsertordishfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingrack.
11.Allowtocool,uncovered.
12.Meanwhile,makethecreamcheesefrosting.Stirbutterandcreamcheesetogetheruntilsmooth.
13.Carefullyfoldinsugar.Stirinvanilla.
14.Whencakeiscompletelycooled,coverwithfrosting.
15.Cutinhalf,andtheninwedgestoserve.
PeachyGingerbreadMakes12–14servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
⅓cupbutter,softened½cupbrownsugar
½cupstrongmolasses1egg
1¾cupsflour½tsp.salt
1tsp.bakingpowder½tsp.bakingsoda
1½tsp.groundginger1tsp.cinnamon
¾cupsourmilkorbuttermilk*2cupscannedslicedpeaches,welldrained
*Ifyoudon’thavesourmilkorbuttermilk,place1Tbsp.ina1cup-measure.Pourinmilktothe¾-cupline.Stir.Letstandfor5–10minutes.Thenaddtobatteraccordingtoinstructionsbelow,
includingthecurdsifsomehaveformed.
1.Creambutterandsugartogether,beatinguntilfluffy.
2.Addmolassesandeggandbeatuntilwellmixed.
3.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetherflour,salt,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,ginger,andcinnamon.
4.Adddryingredientstowetingredients,alternatelywithsourmilk.Beatwellaftereachaddition.
5.Greaseinteriorofloafpan.Coverbottomwithwell-drainedslicedpeaches.
6.Pourbatteroverpeaches.Coverwithgreasedfoil.
7.Placepanintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithcrocklid.
8.BakeonHighfor2½–3½hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofcakecomesoutclean.
9.Carefullyremovepanfromcrock.Placeonwirebakingrack.Allowtocool.Servewarmoratroomtemperature,makingsuretoscoopoutpeachesfromthebottomwitheachserving.
TIPIliketouseB’rerRabbitMolasses'sgreenlabel(mildflavor)forthisrecipesothestrengthofthemolasses
doesn’toverwhelmthepeachflavor.
GingerbreadwithLemonSauceMakes10servings Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hours
Idealslow-cookersize:5-quart(or6-or7-quartoval)
2cupsflour1cupsugar
1tsp.groundginger1tsp.groundcinnamon
½cupshortening1egg,beaten
2Tbsp.strongmolasses½tsp.salt
1tsp.bakingsoda1cupbuttermilk*
whippedcream,optional
LemonSauce:2cupswater
4Tbsp.cornstarch1½cupssugar
¼tsp.salt3eggyolks
1½Tbsp.butterjuiceof2lemonszestof1lemon
*Ifyoudon’thavebuttermilk,put1Tbsp.lemonjuiceorwhitevinegarina1-cupmeasure.Fillthecupwithmilk.Stir.Letstandfor5–10minutes.Thenpourintobatteraccordingtoinstructions,
curdsandall.
1.Tomakethegingerbread,siftflour,sugar,ginger,andcinnamonintolargebowl.Mixtogether.
2.Cutshorteningintoflourmixturetomakefinecrumbs.
3.Takeout½cupcrumbsandsetaside.
4.Tocrumbsremaininginmixingbowl,addegg,molasses,salt,bakingsoda,andbuttermilk(oryoursubstitute).Beatwell.
5.Greaseandfloureitherabakinginsert,abakingdishoraloafpanthatfitsintoyourslowcooker.
6.Pourbatterintobakingcontainer.Sprinklewith½cupreservedcrumbs.
7.Placebakingcontainerintoslowcookercrock.Coverwiththecontainer’slidorgreasedfoil.Coverslowcookerwithitslid.
8.BakeonHigh2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofgingerbreadcomesoutclean.
9.Carefullyremovecontainerfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingrackanduncovertocool.
10.Tomakelemonsaucewhilegingerbreadisbaking,bringwatertoboilinsaucepan.
11.Combinecornstarch,sugar,andsaltinabowl,mixingwell.
12.Whiskdryingredientsintoboilingwater,stirringconstantly.Cookabout5minutesoverlowheatuntilmixturethickens.
13.Beateggyolksinabowl.Stirasmallamountofhotsugarmixtureintobeatenyolks,whiskingcontinually.
14.Returnthewholemixturetothepanandcook1moreminute,stirringconstantly.
15.Removefromheat.Addbutter,lemonjuice,andlemonzest.Stirtocombine.
16.Serveoverwarmslicesofgingerbread.Topwithwhippedcream,ifyouwish.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thissturdy,old-fashioneddessertgetsaniceliftfromthelemonsaucemadewithfresh
lemons.Thesauceisn’trequired,ofcourse,butitaddsagoodzing.
ShooflyCakeMakes8–10servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
2cupsflour1cup+2Tbsp.brownsugar
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,softened½cuplightmolasses*
1cupboilingwater1tsp.bakingsoda
*IneasternPennsylvania,whereShooflyhasitsroots,KingSyrupispreferredoverlightmolasses.Useitifyoucanfindit.
1.Combineflour,sugar,andbutterinagood-sizedbowl.Workintofinecrumbswithyourfingers.
2.Scoopout1½cupscrumbsandreservefortoppingthecake.
3.Addmolasses,boilingwater,andbakingsodatocrumbsleftinthebowl.Mixtogetherwell.
4.Greaseandflouraloafpan.Pourthinbatterintopan.Sprinklewithreserved1½cupscrumbs.
5.Coverpanwithgreasedfoil,andthenplaceinovalcooker.Coverwithcookerlid.
6.BakeonHighfor2½–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
7.Carefullyremovepanfromslowcooker.Placeonwirebakingracktocool.
8.Servewarmoratroomtemperature,asis,ortoppedwithicecream.(Somepeoplelikeitinacerealbowlwithmilk—forbreakfast!)
WhyIlikethisrecipe—SothestorygoesthatcooksineasternPennsylvaniain19thcenturyAmericacooledtheir
cakesandpiesonthewindowsill.Andthesweetnessofthissturdycakedrewflies.Todayitdrawsoohsandaahs,especiallywhenit’sservedwarm.
SpiceCakeMakes12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
2cupsbrownsugar8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,softened
2eggs1cupsourmilk*
2½cupssiftedflour1½tsp.bakingpowder
1tsp.cinnamon1tsp.nutmeg
1tsp.bakingsoda1tsp.vanilla
CaramelIcing:4Tbsp.(½stick)butter
½cupbrownsugar2Tbsp.milk
¾–1cupconfectionerssugar
*Tomakesourmilk,put1Tbsp.lemonjuiceorwhitevinegarina1-cupmeasure.Thenfillthecupwithmilk.Stir.Letstandfor5–10minutes.Itwillcurdleslightly,asit’ssupposedtodo.Usethe
wholeworksinthebatter.
1.Creamsugarandbuttertogetheruntilfluffy.
2.Addeggsandbeatuntilmixtureislight.
3.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingpowder,cinnamon,nutmeg,andbakingsoda.Mixtogetherwell.
4.Adddryingredientsalternatelywiththesourmilktothecreamedingredients.Beatwellaftereachaddition.
5.Stirinvanilla.
6.Greaseandflouraloafpan.Pourbatterintopan.Coverwithgreasedfoil.
7.Placeloafpanintoslowcookercrock.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
8.BakeonHigh2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
9.Whenfinishedbaking,carefullyremovepanfromcooker.Setonwirebakingracktocool.
10.Whencakeisnearlycooledtoroomtemperature,makeicing.Meltbutterinsaucepan.Stirinbrownsugar,stirringcontinuallyoverheatfortwominutes.Addmilk.Continuestirringuntilmixturecomestoaboil.Removefromheatandletcool.Sift¾cupconfectionerssugarovercaramelmixture.Stirinuntilsmooth.Siftinmoreifneededuntilicingcanbespreadoverthecooledcake.
11.Whencakeiscompletelycooled,spreadwithcaramelicing.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Idon’trememberwhenorhowIfellinlovewithSpiceCakesinceIcannevergetenough
chocolate.ButitwasalwaysthecakeItoldGrandmaIwouldlikewhensheaskedwhatkindIwantedformybirthday.Iamthinkingnowthatitmighthavesomethingtodowiththecaramelicingthatshealwayspiledontoit.Anyway,itisanold-fashionedcake,butstillgreatforanyage.Anditbakesupperfectlyinaslowcooker!
ChocolateApplesauceCakeMakes12–15servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
1½cupssugar½cupoil
2eggs2cupsapplesauce
2cupsflour1½tsp.bakingsoda
½tsp.cinnamon2Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder
Topping:3Tbsp.sugar
1cupchocolatechips½cupchoppednuts,optional
1.Inamedium-sizedbowl,combine1½cupssugar,oil,eggs,andapplesauce,mixingwell.
2.Addflour,bakingsoda,cinnamon,andcocoapowder.Stirtogetherthoroughly.
3.Greaseandflourabakinginsertorbakingdishthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
4.Pourbatterintoinsertorbakingdish.
5.Inasmallbowl,mixsugarandchocolatechipstogether,pluschoppednutsifyouwish.
6.Sprinkleoverbatter.
7.Coverwithinsertorbakingdishlid,orfoil.Placeinslowcookercrock.Coverwithcookerlid.
8.BakeonHigh2½–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofcakecomesoutclean.
9.Carefullyremoveinsertorbakingdishfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingrackanduncover.Allowtocoolfor20–30minutesbeforeslicingtoserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Yougetawaywithfewercaloriesinthiscakebecauseofthe2cupsofapplesauce.Butyou
don’tsufferwhenyoueatit.Thechocolatechips—andpickyourfavoritevarietyofchocolate—meltbeguilinglyintothecake.
DeepandDarkChocolateCakeMakes12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
1tsp.bakingpowder2tsp.bakingsoda
2cupsflourpinchofsalt,optional
2cupssugar¾cupunsweetenedcocoapowder
2eggs½cupvegetableoil
1cuphotstrongcoffee1cupmilk
2tsp.vanilla
Icing:2cupsconfectionerssugar
1Tbsp.butter,melted1cuppeanutbutter,smoothorchunky
1tsp.vanillamilk,enoughtospreadicing
1.Inalargebowl,combinebakingpowder,bakingsoda,flour,andsaltifyouwish.
2.Stirinsugarandcocoapowder.
3.Beatineggs.Addoil,coffee,milk,andvanilla.Mixtogetherwell.Batterwillbethinandrunny.
4.Greaseandflourinteriorofbakinginsertorbakingdishthatfitsinyourslowcooker.Pourbatterintoinsertordish.
5.Coverwithlidofinsertordish,orfoil.Placeinslowcookercrock.Coverslowcooker.
6.CookonHigh2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedinmiddleofcakecomesoutclean.
7.Whenthecakeisdone,carefullylifttheinsertordishoutofthecrock,setitonawirerack,andletitcoolfor20–30minutesbeforecuttingandserving.
8.Ifyouwish,andafterthecakehascooled,iceitwithPeanutButterIcing:Creamtogethersugar,butter,andpeanutbutter.
9.Addvanillaandenoughmilk(beginwith1–2Tbsp.)tomakeicingspreadeasily.
TIPIhavea2½-qt.bakinginsertthatfitsperfectlyinsidemy5-qt.slowcooker.WhenIbakethiscakeinit,it
standstallerthanasinglelayercake,andIdon’tneedtoworryaboutbalancinglayerssothey’restraightandeven.Thisisamongmymostfavoritecakes!
LightandFluffyChocolateChipCheesecakeMakes301”squareservings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours ChillingTime:3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
3eggs¾cupsugar
38-oz.pkgs.creamcheese,softened1tsp.vanilla
1½16-oz.rollsrefrigerated*chocolatechipcookiedough**whippedcream,optional
chocolatetopping,optional
*Keepthedoughrefrigerateduntilyou’rereadytouseit.It’seasiesttoworkwithwhenit’sstiff.
**You’llhavehalfarollleftovertomakecookies.
1.Placeallingredientsexceptcookiedoughinlargemixerorfoodprocessorbowl.
2.Blendtogetherjustuntilcreamy,about20–30seconds.Donotovermix.Setaside.
3.Slicecookiedoughinto¼”-thickslices.Setaside9slices.
4.Lightlygreaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.Layremainingslicesoverbottomofcooker.Patthemtogethertoformasolidcrust.
5.Spoonincreamcheesemixture.Spreadovercookiecrust.
6.Arrangethereserved9cookieslicesontopofcream-cheesemixture.
7.Covercooker.BakeonHighfor1½–2hours,oruntilcookiesarebakedbutnotburnedandcreamcheesesetsup.
8.Uncoverandallowtocooltoroomtemperature.
9.Thenrefrigeratefor3hoursormore.Whenfirm,cutinto1”squares.
10.Ifyouwish,topwithwhippedcreamand/orchocolatetoppingtoserve.
TIPHaveyournoseonalertwhileyou’rebakingthischeesecake.Ifyourslowcookercookshot,flipitoffthe
minuteyousmellthatthecookiecrustmightbegettingdark.Leavethecheesecakeinthecrockforanotherhoursothatthecreamyfillingsetsup,withoutthecrustburning.
ShortcutCakes
SummerBreezesCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
18¼-oz.boxyellowcakemix11-oz.canmandarinoranges,undrained
4eggs½cupcookingoil
Frosting:½cupwhippedtopping,thawed
8-oz.cancrushedpineapple,drained3-oz.pkg.instantvanillapudding
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inalargemixingbowl,thoroughlycombinedrycakemix,undrainedoranges,eggs,andcookingoil.
3.Pourintopreparedcrock,spreadingbatteroutevenly.
4.Cover.BakeonHigh2½–3½hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
5.Uncover,makingsurethatcondensationoninsideofcookerliddoesn’tdriponfinishedcake.
6.Removecrockfromcookerandallowcaketocoolcompletely.
7.Whencakeiscooled,preparefrostingbyfoldingtogetherwhippedtopping,drainedcrushedpineapple,anddrypuddingmix.
8.Spreadovercake.Refrigerateuntilreadytoservecake,sliced,orspoonedoutofcrock.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Sofruity.Solight.Soeasyanddelicious.
BlueberrySwirlCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
3-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened18¼-oz.boxwhitecakemix
3eggs3Tbsp.water
21-oz.canblueberrypiefilling
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Beatcreamcheeseinalargemixingbowluntilsoftandcreamy.
3.Stirindrycakemix,eggs,andwater.Blendwellwithcreamcheese.
4.Pourbatterintopreparedcrock,spreadingitoutevenly.
5.Pourblueberrypiefillingovertopofbatter.
6.Swirlblueberriesandbatterbyzigzaggingatableknifethroughthebatter.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh3½–4hours,oruntilatesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
8.Uncover,beingcarefultonotletcondensationfromliddroponfinishedcake.
9.Removecrockfromcooker.
10.Servecakewarmoratroomtemperature.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Keepaboxofthecakemixandacanofblueberrypiefillinginyourpantry,andapackage
ofcreamcheeseinthefridge,andyou’resetupforspontaneousguests.Inviteeveryonebackfordessertafterasoccergameoramovie—andservethemthis.Remember,it’sbeencookingwhileyou’vebeenouthavingfun!
LightlyWhitePearCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
15¼-oz.canpears(you’regoingtochopthem,sobuypearpiecesifyoucanfindthem)18¼-oz.pkg.whitecakemix
1egg2eggwhites
2tsp.confectionerssugar
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Fishpearsoutofsyruptochopthem,butkeepthesyrup.
3.Placechoppedpearsandsyrupintoelectricmixingbowl.Adddrycakemix,eggandeggwhites.
4.Beatwithelectricmixeronlowspeedfor30seconds,andthenonhighspeedfor4minutes.
5.Spoonbatterintopreparedcrock,spreadingitoutevenly.
6.Covercooker.BakeonHigh3½–4hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofcakecomesoutclean.
7.Uncoverwithoutlettingcondensationdriponcake.Removecrockfromcooker.Allowtocoolcompletely.
8.Dustwithconfectionerssugarbeforeslicingorspooningouttoserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Lightandlovely!Andsubtlyflavored.
SourCreamPeachCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
18¼-oz.boxorange-flavoredcakemix21-oz.canpeachpiefilling
½cupsourcream2eggs
confectionerssugarorwhippedtopping
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Mixdrycakemix,piefilling,sourcream,andeggstogetheruntilthoroughlyblended.
3.Pourbatterintopreparedcrock,spreadingitoutevenly.
4.Cover.BakeonHigh3½–4hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
5.Removecrockfromcookerandallowtocooltoroomtemperature.
6.Sprinklecakewithconfectionerssugar,orspreadwithwhippedtoppingjustbeforeserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Ouronedaughter’sbirthdayisinlateJuly,andshelovespeachdesserts.SoI’malwayson
thehuntforgoodpeachdishes.Here’sadownrightdeliciousonethatyoucaneatatanytimeoftheyearbecauseitdoesn’tdependonfreshpeaches.
SunnySpiceCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
18¼-oz.boxspicecakemix3⅝-oz.pkg.butterscotchinstantpudding
2cupsmilk2eggs
10–12freshorcannedpeachhalves,drainedifcanned9-oz.containerfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inamixingbowl,blendtogethercakemix,puddingmix,milk,andeggs.
3.Pourintopreparedcrock,spreadingbatteroutevenly.
4.Cover.BakeonHigh2½–3½hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
5.Uncover,beingcarefulnottoletcondensationfrominsideofliddriponfinishedcake.
6.Removecrockfromcookerandletcool.
7.Whenreadytoserve,cutintoserving-sizepieces.Placeapeachhalfoneachservingofcake.Topeachwithadollopofwhippedtopping.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Acombinationyoumightnothavethoughtofputtingtogether,butthepeachesarea
wonderfuladdition,plusyoudon’tneedtomakefrosting.
SpicyChocolatePumpkinCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
18¼-oz.boxspicecakemix½cupwater
½cupvegetableoil3largeeggs
halfan8-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened1cupcannedorcookedpumpkin
6squaressemisweetbakingchocolate,coarselychopped
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Usinganelectricmixer,blendtogethercakemix,water,oil,andeggs.
3.Blendincreamcheeseandpumpkin,beatingonmediumspeed.
4.Stirinchoppedchocolate.
5.Pourintopreparedcrock,smoothingitoutevenly.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh3½–4hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
7.Uncover,makingsurecondensationoninsideofliddoesn’tdriponfinishedcake.
8.Removecrockfromcookerandallowcaketocool.
9.Whencakeiscompletelycool,frostwithcreamcheesefrosting(recipeonpagexx)ifyouwish.
TIPWowser.Talkaboutflavor.Thisbringstwoofmygreatflavorlovestogether—chocolateandspicecakes.Go
anotherstepandtopitwithcreamcheesefrosting(seerecipeonp.103)ifyoudare.
UnbelievableCarrotCakeMakes12–14servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quartoval
2-layerspicecakemix2cups(½lb.)shreddedcarrots
1cupcrushedpineapplewithjuice3eggwhites
½cupAll-Brancereal
CreamCheeseFrosting:3-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened
¼cup(halfastick)butter,softened2cupsconfectionerssugar
1tsp.vanillamilk(startwith1Tbsp.andincreasegraduallyifyouneedmore)
1.Combinethedrycakemix,shreddedcarrots,crushedpineapplewithjuice,eggwhites,andAll-Brancerealthoroughlyinabigbowl.
2.Greaseandflouraloafpan.
3.Pourbatterintopreparedpan.
4.Coverwithgreasedfoilandplaceinslowcooker.
5.Covercookerwithitslid.
6.BakeonHighfor3½–4hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofcakecomesoutclean.
7.Carefullyremovepanfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingracktocool,uncovered.
8.Asthecakecools,makethefrostingbymixingtogetherthesoftenedcreamcheeseandbutter,confectionerssugarandvanilla.Whenwellcombined,stirinmilk,startingwith1Tbsp.andaddingmoreifnecessary,untilthefrostingbecomesspreadable.
9.Frostcakewhenit’scompletelycooled.
10.Sliceandserve.
TIPNoneedtoshredcarrotsyourselfanymoreifyou’reshortontime.Youcanbuythemshredded.
MoistandCreamyCoconutCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hours ChillingTime:8hoursorovernightIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
18¼-oz.boxyellowcakemix1¼cupsmilk½cupsugar
2cupsflakedunsweetenedcoconut,divided9-oz.containerfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed
1tsp.vanilla
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Preparecakemixasdirectedonpackage.
3.Spoonintopreparedcrock,smoothingbatteroutevenly.
4.BakeonHigh2½–3½hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
5.Uncover,makingsurethatcondensationoninsideofliddoesn’tdripontofinishedcake.
6.Removecrockfromcookerandallowtocoolfor15minutes.
7.Meanwhile,combinemilk,sugar,and½cupcoconutinasaucepan.Bringtoaboil,stirringfrequently.Reduceheatandsimmer1minute.
8.Spoonevenlyoverwarmcake.Letcoolcompletely.
9.Foldtogether½cupcoconut,whippedtopping,andvanilla.Spreadovercooledcake.
10.Sprinkleremainingcoconutevenlyovertopofcake.
11.Coverandchillovernightinfridge.
12.Slice,orspoonoutofcrock,toserve.
TIPYou’vegotthreetoppingsgoinghere—whichiswhatmakesthiscakesuchastand-out,especiallyforcoconut
lovers.Makesureyou’vegotenoughtimetochillthefinishedcakefor8hoursbeforeservingit.
AppleGermanChocolateCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
21-oz.canapplepiefilling18¼-oz.boxGermanchocolatecakemix
3eggs¾cupcoarselychoppedwalnuts
½cupminiaturesemisweetchocolatechips
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Placepiefillinginblenderorfoodprocessor.Coverandprocessuntilapplesarein¼”chunks.
3.Ifusingfoodprocessor,adddrycakemixandeggs.Processuntilsmooth.(Ifyouusedablenderfortheapples,pourthemintoanelectricmixerbowl,adddrycakemixandeggs,andbeatonmediumspeedfor5minutes.)
4.Pourintopreparedslowcookercrock.
5.Sprinklewithwalnutsandchocolatechips.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh3½–4hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
7.Removecrockfromcooker.Allowtocoolcompletelybeforeserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Chocolategoeswitheverything,right?Theappleshereaddacomfortingtenderness,but
theyletthechocolatereign.
QuickChocolateFudgeCakeMakes10–12servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
18¼-oz.boxchocolatefudgecakemix,orGermanchocolatecakemix2eggs
21-oz.cancherrypiefilling1tsp.vanillaoralmondextract,optional
1.Greaseandflourinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogetherdrycakemix,eggs,piefilling,andextractifyouwish.Batterwillbeprettystiff.
3.Spoonintogreasedandflouredcrock.
4.Coverwithslowcookerlid.
5.BakeonHigh2½–3½hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcakecomesoutclean.
6.Removecrockfromcookerandallowtocool,uncovered.
7.Servefromcrock,eitherinwedges,orspoonfuls.
TIPDropsofwaterwillgatherontheinsideoftheslowcookerlidwhilethecakebakes.Tokeepthewaterfromdrippingontothefinishedcake,removethelidbyliftingitquicklyandswoopingitawayfromyourself.
BarsandBrownies
ChocolatePecanPieBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,softened¼cupbrownsugar,packed
1¼cupsflour½tsp.salt
3largeeggs¾cuplightcornsyrup
½cupsugar2Tbsp.(¼stick)meltedbutter
12-oz.pkg.,or2cups,semisweetchocolatechips2cupscoarselychoppedpecans
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrockreallywell.
2.Creamtogether8Tbsp.butterandbrownsugar.
3.Stirinflourandsaltuntilmixtureiscrumbly.
4.Pressmixtureintobottomofcrocktoformcrust.
5.Cover.BakeonHigh1hour.
6.Meanwhile,mixeggs,cornsyrup,sugar,and2Tbsp.meltedbutteruntilwellblended.
7.Stirinchocolatechipsandchoppedpecans.
8.Whencrustisfinishedbaking,uncover.Spreadcreamychocolatechip-pecanmixtureovercrust,beingcarefulnottoburnyourarmsonthehotcrock.
9.Covercooker.ContinuebakingonHighfor1½–2hours,oruntilfillingisfirminthecenter.
10.Uncover.Removecrockfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingrackandallowtocool.
11.Whenbarshavereachedroomtemperature,cutinto20squaresand4trianglesincorners.
TIPRememberthatthecrockishotwhenyouspreadthefillingoverthecrust.Don’tletyourarmsgetagainstit.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—
I’masuckerforchocolateandpecans.ThisisacombinationIcan’timproveon.Ilikeitbestwithdeep,dark,blackcoffee.
TurtleBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime3–3½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
2cupsflour1¾cupslightbrownsugar,divided
20Tbsp.(2½sticks)butter,softenedanddivided1¼cupspecanhalves1cupchocolatechips
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Mixtogetherflour,1cupbrownsugar,and8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,softened,untilcrumbly.Patfirmlyintobottomofcrock.
3.Placepecanhalvesevenlyovercrust.
4.Heatremaining¾cupbrownsugarandremaining12Tbsp.(1½sticks)butterinasaucepan.Boil1minute,stirringconstantly.
5.Pouroverpecancrust.
6.Covercooker.BakeonHigh3–3½hours,oruntilmixtureisfirm.
7.Sprinklechocolatechipsoverhotbars.Letstand2minutes.
8.Usingaknife,swirlchipsastheymelt,coveringthebarsaswellasyoucan,butleavingsomeofthechipswhole.
9.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonawirebakingracktocool.
10.Whenroomtemperature,cutbarsinto20squaresand4trianglesinthecorners.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thesearesweet,folks—justlikethey’resupposedtobe!
ChocolateChipPizzaMakes24servings
Prep.Time:25–30minutes CookingTime:2–2½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
1cupflour½tsp.bakingpowder
⅛tsp.bakingsoda½tsp.salt
⅓cupbutter,melted1cupbrownsugar,packed
1egg1Tbsp.hotwater
1¼tsp.vanilla½cupchoppednuts,yourchoice
1cupchoppedM&Ms1cupminimarshmallows
1.Inamedium-sizedbowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalt.Setaside.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,creamtogetherbutterandbrownsugaruntilwellblended.Addegg,hotwater,andvanilla,mixingwell.
3.Adddryingredientstowet,⅓atatime,mixingwellaftereachaddition.
4.Stirinchoppednuts.
5.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.Spreadbatterintocrock.
6.SprinklewithchoppedM&Msandminimarshmallows.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh2–2½hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
8.Uncover,andplacecrockonbakingracktocool.
9.Whenroomtemperature,cutinto20squareswith4trianglesinthecorners.
TIPTomakeitseemmorelikepizza,cutthefinishedpizzainhalfthelongway.Thencutwedges,zigzag-fashion
fromthecentercuttotheouteredgeofthecrock.
CocoaBrownieswithDarkChocolateFrostingMakes12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or5½-quart
1cupsugar8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,softened
2eggs¼tsp.salt
1tsp.vanilla¼cupunsweetenedcocoapowder
¾cupflour½cupchoppednuts,yourfavorite
Frosting:1½cupsconfectionerssugar
¼cupunsweetenedcocoapowder4Tbsp.butter(halfastick),softened
3Tbsp.creamormilk½tsp.vanilla
12pecanhalves
1.Tomakebatter,creamsugarandbuttertogether.
2.Addeggs,salt,vanilla,andcocoapowder.
3.Stirinflourandnuts,blendingwell.
4.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.Spoonbatterintocrock.
5.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocentercomesoutclean.
6.Uncovercrockandplaceitonabakingracktocool.
7.Whilebrowniesarecooling,makefrosting.Mixconfectionerssugarandcocoapowdertogether.
8.Inagood-sizedbowl,creambutteruntilshiny.
9.Addsugar-cocoamixturetobutteralternatelywithcreamormilk.
10.Stirinvanillauntileverythingiswellmixed.(Ifyouwantshinyfrosting,heatmixtureoververylowheatforabout5minutes,stirringcontinually.Coolforaminuteortwo,andthenspreadoverbrownies.)
11.Cutinto12brownies.Topeachwithapecanhalf.
TIPGetthedarkestunsweetenedcocoapowderyoucanfind.Thenthesebrowniesreallyshowoff.Cutthemsmall
soyoucanhavetwo!
DoubleChocolateCrunchBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:25minutes CookingTime:2½–3¼hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter¾cupsugar
2eggs1tsp.vanilla¾cupflour
2Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder¼tsp.bakingpowder
¼tsp.salt2cupsminimarshmallows
1cupchocolatechips1cuppeanutbutter,smoothorcrunchy
1½cupscrispyricecereal
1.Meltbutter.Stirinsugarandblendwell.
2.Beatineggsandvanilla.
3.Addflour,cocoapowder,bakingpowder,andsalt.Mixwell.
4.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.Spreadbatterevenlyoverthebottomofthecrock.
5.Cover.BakeonHigh2½–3¼hours,oruntilatesterinsertedincenterofbarcomesoutclean.
6.Sprinkleminimarshmallowsoverbars.Coverandbakefor15minutesmore.
7.Turncookeroffandremovecrock.Setonawirebakingracktocool,uncovered.
8.Whenbarsarenearlyatroomtemperature,placechocolatechipsandpeanutbutterinamicrowave-safebowl.MeltonHighfor1minute.Stir.Microwavefor30secondsmoreifnotcompletelymelted.Stir.Microwaveagainifneeded.
9.Stircerealintomeltedchocolateandpeanutbutter.
10.Spreadcerealmixtureoverbars.
11.Refrigeratefor3–4hours.
12.Cutinto20bars(and4trianglesonthecorners)withasiliconorsturdyplasticknife.Yourbarswillhavefirmedges,andyou’llhavepreservedtheinteriorofyourcrock.
TIPTheminimarshmallowsmaytakealittlelongerthan15minutestomeltandbecomespreadable.Ilikeminemelty,andifyoudo,too,youmightwanttoswitchthecookertoLow,sothebrowniesdon’tdryout,andgive
themarshmallowsupto30minutes.
PhillyChippersMakes24servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2–2½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
16Tbsp.(2sticks)butter,softened8-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened
¾cupsugar¾cupbrownsugar
1egg1tsp.vanilla¼cupmilk
2½cupsflour1tsp.bakingpowder
1tsp.salt12-oz.pkg.,or2cups,chocolatechips
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogetherbutter,creamcheese,andsugars.
3.Addegg,vanilla,andmilk.Mixwell.
4.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Blenddryingredientsintowet.
5.Foldchocolatechipsintobatter.
6.Pourintocrock.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh2½–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofchipperscomesoutclean.
8.Uncover.Removecrockfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingracktocool.
9.Whenchippersreachroomtemperature,cutinto20squaresand4trianglesinthecorners.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thinkofthisasabigchocolatechipcookie....It’severybitasdelicious!
MagicCookieBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,melted1½cupsgrahamcrackercrumbs
14-oz.cansweetenedcondensedmilk6-oz.pkg.semisweetchocolatechips
1cuppeanutbutterchips1cupshreddedcoconut,sweetenedornot
1cupchoppednuts,yourchoice
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Pourmeltedbutterintocrock.
3.Sprinklegrahamcrackercrumbsoverbutter.
4.Gentlypourcondensedmilkovertop,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrumbs.
5.Inabowl,mixtogetherchocolateandpeanutbutterchips,coconut,andnuts.Sprinkleevenlyovermixtureincrock.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh2–3hours,oruntilfirm.
7.Uncover.Liftcrockontowirebakingrackandletcool.
8.Whenroomtemperature,cutwithasiliconeorplasticknifeinto20squaresand4trianglesinthecorners.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Anewtwistonthebelovedbarsmadewithstackedingredients.Thesenevergetold.
GooeyOatmealJumbleBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
3cupsdryoatmeal,quickorold-fashioned1½cupsflour
1cupbrownsugar16Tbsp.(2sticks)butter,melted
¾tsp.salt½tsp.bakingsoda
10–12-oz.jarpreserves,yourchoiceofflavors
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Combineallingredients,exceptpreserves,inabigbowl,mixingwell.
3.Scoopout1cupmixtureandreserve.
4.Pressremainingmixtureintobottomofcrock.
5.Spreadpreservesovercrumbcrusttowithin½”ofsidesofcrock(topreventburning).
6.Sprinkleeverythingwithreservedcrumbs.
7.Cover.BakeonHighfor2hours,oruntilcrustisfirm.
8.Uncoverandremovecrockfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingracktocool.
9.Whenroomtemperature,cutbarsinto20squaresand4trianglesincorners.
Agreatvariation—Askthekidsinyourlifewhatkindofpreservestouse.Oncethey’vemadetheirchoice,they’llbeonboardformixinguptheotheringredients.Justgivethemabigenoughbowlsotheycanreallywadein.
CrunchyGranolaBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
2cupsshreddedcoconut,sweetenedornot1½cupsold-fashioneddryoats
1½cupsraisinsorCraisins®2cupsshelledsunflowerseeds
½cupsesameseeds¾cupunsaltedpeanutsorsoynuts
½cupminichocolatechipsorsnippeddriedfruit,likeapricotsorapples½tsp.salt
1cuphoney1tsp.vanilla
1cuppeanutbutter,smoothorcrunchy
1.Greasetheinterioroftheslowcookercrockwell.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogethercoconut,dryoats,raisinsorCraisins®,sunflowerandsesameseeds,peanutsorsoynuts,chocolatechipsordriedfruit,andsalt.
3.Inaseparatebowl,blendtogetherhoney,vanilla,andpeanutbutteruntilsmooth.
4.Addwetingredientstodryones,thengreaseyourhandsandusethemtomixeverythingthoroughly.
5.Pressthemixturefirmlyintothecrock.
6.Cover.BakeonLow2–3hours,oruntilfirm.
7.Uncoverandsetcrockonbakingracktocool.
8.Whenroomtemperature,useasiliconorsturdyplasticknifetocutinto20squaresand4triangles.
9.Storeinanairtightcontainer.
TIPWrapacoupleoftheseandcarrythemwithyouifyou’regoingtobesqueezedforbreakfastorlunch.They’ll
giveyouenergyfortheday.
VienneseWalnutBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:30–35minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
Pastry:8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,softened
3-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened¼cupsugar
1¼cupsflour1cupchoppedwalnuts
6-oz.pkg.,or1cup,chocolatechips
Topping:1cupflour
¼tsp.bakingpowder¼tsp.salt
1½cupslightbrownsugar,packed4Tbsp.(halfastick)butter,softened
2largeeggs1tsp.instantcoffeepowder
1Tbsp.hotwater½cupchoppedwalnuts
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Makepastrybycreamingtogetherbutter,creamcheese,andsugar.
3.Graduallybeatinflour.
4.Pressmixtureevenlyintobottomofcrock.
5.Sprinklewithwalnutsandchocolatechips.
6.Preparetoppingbysiftingflour,bakingpowder,andsalttogetherintoamedium-sizedbowl.
7.Creamtogetherbrownsugar,butter,andeggsinalargerbowl.
8.Dissolvecoffeeinhotwater.Addtocreamedmixture.
9.Graduallyaddflourmixturetocreamed.
10.Spoonovercrust,spreadinggentlytocover.
11.Sprinklewithwalnuts.
12.Cover.BakeonHigh2½–3hours,oruntilthetoppingfirmsupinthemiddle.
13.Carefullyremovecrockfromcooker.Placeonwirebakingracktocool.
14.Whenroomtemperature,cutbarsinto20squaresand4trianglesinthecorners.
TIPNo,thatteaspoonofcoffeepowderisn’tamistake.Itbringsadeeprichnesstothetoppingofthesewonderful
barswhosebaseisarichshortbread.Youwillfeellikeyou’reonaplazainaEuropeancitywhenyou’reeatingthese!
RaspberryAlmondBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
1cupflour¾cupquickdryoatmeal
½cupsugar8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,softened
½tsp.almondextract½cupredraspberrypreserves
⅓cupslicedalmonds
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inalargebowl,combineflour,oats,andsugar.
3.Cutinbutterwithapastrycutterortwoknives—oryourfingers—untilmixtureformscoarsecrumbs.
4.Stirinextractuntilwellblended.
5.Setaside1cupcrumbs.
6.Pressremainingcrumbsintobottomofcrock.
7.Spreadpreservesovercrusttowithin½”oftheedges(thepreservescouldburniftheytouchthehotcrock).
8.Inasmallbowl,combinereserved1cupcrumbswithalmonds.Sprinkleevenlyoverpreserves,pressingdowngentlytoholdthealmondsinplace.
9.Cover.BakeonHighfor2½–3hours,oruntilfirmincenter.
10.Uncover.Liftcrockontowirebakingracktocool.
11.Whenroomtemperature,cutbarsinto20squaresand4trianglesinthecorners.
TIPWatchfortheraspberrypreservestooozeoutaroundtheedgesasthesebarsbake!
BananaPecanBarsMakes28servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
½cupchoppedpecans2cupsflour
2tsp.bakingpowder⅛tsp.cinnamon
2–3veryripebananas,enoughtomake1cupwhensmooshed¼cupshorteningatroomtemperature
1cupsugar2eggs
1tsp.vanilla
Glaze:½lb.(rounded1cup)confectionerssugar
1tsp.rumextractashy2Tbsp.waterororangejuice
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Combinepecans,flour,bakingpowder,andcinnamon.
3.Usingafork,smooshripebananasinagood-sizedbowl,enoughtoequal1cup.
4.Creamshortening,sugar,andbananastogether.
5.Stirineggsandvanilla,mixingthoroughly.
6.Adddryingredientstowet,stirringuntiljustcombined.
7.Spreadbatterintogreasedcrock.
8.Cover.BakeonHigh2–2½hours,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofBarscomesoutclean.
9.Uncover.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.
10.Whilebarsarecooling,makeglaze.Combineconfectionerssugarandrumextract.Stirinjustenoughwaterorjuicetomakeglazepourable.
11.Drizzleglazeoverbars.Thencutinto24squaresand4trianglesinthecorners.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Itookthesetoapicnicpotluck—andtheydisappeared.Theylookkindofbashful,but
maybeit’stherumextractintheglaze,mixedwiththearomaofbananas,thatdrawsattention.
NuttyApricotBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
2eggs,divided12Tbsp.(1½sticks)butter,softenedanddivided
1tsp.bakingpowder1cupflour
1½cupssugar,divided1¼cupsquickoats
1cupapricotjamorpreserves2cupsshreddedcoconut,sweetenedornot
⅓cupchoppedpecansorwalnuts½tsp.vanilla
1.Combine1egg,8Tbsp.(1stick)softenedbutter,bakingpowder,flour,¾cupsugar,andquickoatsuntilwellmixed.
2.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
3.Pressbatterintobottomofcrock.
4.Spreadbatterwithjam.
5.Mixtogetherremainingegg,4Tbsp.(halfastick)softenedbutter,¾cupsugar,coconut,nuts,andvanilla.
6.Dropbyspoonfulsoverjam.Spreadouttocoverjamasbestyoucan.
7.Cover.BakeonHighfor2–3hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofbarscomesoutclean.
8.Removecrockfromcooker.Place,uncovered,onwirebakingracktocool.
9.Whenroomtemperature,useasiliconeorplasticknifetocutbarsinto20squares,with4trianglesinthecorners.
TIPUsuallythelidofthecookerdrawscondensation—whichyoudon’twanttodripontothebarsorcakesthat
you’rebaking.Sowhenyouremovethelid,doafastswoop,turningitquicklyupsidedownawayfromyourselfasyouliftitoffthecooker.
FrostyLemonBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
Crust:2¼cupsflour
½cupconfectionerssugar16Tbsp.(2sticks)butter,melted
Filling:4eggs
¼cuplemonjuice2cupswhitesugar
¼cupflour1tsp.bakingpowder
3–4Tbsp.confectionerssugar
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Preparecrustbycombiningflourandconfectionerssugarinagood-sizedmixingbowl.
3.Cutthebutterintochunks.Workintodryingredientswithyourhandsuntilwellblended.
4.Pressmixtureintobottomofcrock.
5.Cover.BakeonHigh1hour.
6.Meanwhile,preparefilling.Beateggsinthebowlwhereyoumadethecrust.
7.Addlemonjuiceandmixwell.
8.Inaseparatebowl,combinesugar,flour,andbakingpowder.Stirintowetsandbeatwell.
9.Pourfillingovercrust.
10.CoverandbakeonHigh1½–2morehours,oruntilfillingsetsupandisfirm.
11.Uncover.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.
12.Whenbarshavereachedroomtemperature,sprinklewithconfectionerssugar.Cutinto20squaresand4triangles.
13.Refrigerateuntilreadytoserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—
It’stheclassiclemonbars,doneinaslowcooker.Yourkitchenhasstayedcool,andyou’vebeenabletorunaquickerrandwhiletheywerebaking.
CherryCheesecakeBarsMakes24servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:2½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quartoval
Crust:6Tbsp.(¾stick)butter,softened½cuplightbrownsugar,packed
1cupflour¾cuptoastedalmonds1cupcherrypreserves
CheeseFilling:½cupsugar
8-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softenedandcutintochunks1egg
2Tbsp.milk½tsp.almondextract
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Preparecrustbycreamingtogetherbutterandbrownsugar.
3.Blendinflourandalmonds,byhand,untilmixtureiscrumbly.
4.Setaside½cupcrumbs.
5.Pressremainingcrumbsintobottomofcrock.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh1hour.
7.Uncover.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingrack.Allowcrusttocoolwhileyoumixupthefilling.
8.Creamtogethersugarandcreamcheese.
9.Blendinegg,milk,andalmondextract.
10.Spreadcherrypreservesovercrust.
11.Dropfillingbyspoonfulsoverpreserves.Spreadfillingoutaswellasyoucanwithoutpullingupthepreserves.
12.Sprinklewithreserved½cupcrumbs.
13.Returncrocktocooker.Cover.ContinuecookingonHighfor1½–2hours,oruntilfillingisset.
14.Uncover.Removecrocktobakingracktocool.
15.Whenbarsareroomtemperature,cutinto20squaresand4triangles.Refrigerateuntilreadytoserve.
TIPYoucandoamazingthingsinaslowcooker,especiallyifyouaddingredientsinstages.Thefillingdoesn’tneedtobakeaslongasthecrust,soyouadditlater.Youhavetheconvenienceoftheslowcooker,buttheabilitytodomoredelicatedishesbystagingtheadditionofingredientsthatdon’tneedtocookaslong.
CrispsandCobblers
DeepDishFruityDelightMakes12–15servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
20-oz.cancrushedpineapple,drained21-oz.cancherry,apple,orblueberrypiefilling18¼-oz.boxyellowcakeorangelfoodcakemix
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,melted½–1cupchoppednuts
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Spreaddrainedpineappleoverbottomofcrock.
3.Spoonpiefillingevenlyoverpineapple.
4.Sprinkledrycakemixoverpiefilling.
5.Drizzlemeltedbutteroverdrycakemix.
6.Sprinklewithnuts.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh3½–4hours,oruntiltesterinsertedintocenterofcobblercomesoutclean.
8.Uncover,beingcarefulnottoletwaterfrominsideofliddriponcobbler.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.
9.Whenwarmorroomtemperature,sliceorspoonouttoserve.
Agreatvariation—Add1cupflakedorgratedcoconuttoStep6ifyouwish.
Any-Fruit-That-Makes-You-HappyCobblerMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:1½–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:3-or5-quart
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter1cupflour1cupmilk
1cupsugar,orless,dependingonthesweetnessofthefruityou’reusing2tsp.bakingpowder
dashofsalt3–4cupsfreshfruit
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.Thismixturewillfitinto3-,4-,and5-quartcookers,whicheveryouhave.Thecobblerwillbedeeperina3-quartthanina5-quart,ifthatmatterstoyou.
2.Meltbutterinamicrowave-safebowl.Stirinallotheringredientsexceptfruit.Mixthoroughly.
3.Spoonbatterintocrock,spreadingitoutevenly.
4.Arrangecut-upfruit,pittedcherries,orberriesontopofbatter.
5.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–3hours,dependingonthefruit.It’sfinishedwhenthemiddleissetandjuiceisbubblingattheedges.
6.Uncover,beingcarefulnottoletthecondensationontheinteriorofthecookerliddriponthecobbler.
7.Letcooluntilit’sthetemperatureyoulike.
Agreatvariation—Usewhateverfruitisinseason.Usemorethaniscalledforifyouwish.Youmayneedtocookitabitlonger,butthisrecipeishighlyflexible.
CobblerwithFreshCherriesMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hours StandingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:4-quart
4cups(about2lbs.)pittedfreshcherries,sweetorsour⅓–¾cupsugar,dependingonhowsweetthecherriesare
1Tbsp.instanttapioca⅓cupwater
1Tbsp.butter
CobblerBatter:8Tbsp.(1stick)butter
1¼cupsflour1cupsugar
2Tbsp.bakingpowder½tsp.salt1cupmilk
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inagood-sizedsaucepan,combinepittedcherries,thelesseramountofsugar,tapioca,andwater.
3.Letstandforanhour,stirringnowandthen.Testthemixturetoseeifit’sthesweetnessyoulike.Now’sthetimetoaddmoresugarifyouwant.
4.Cookovermediumheatuntilboiling,stirringcontinuallytopreventstickingandscorching.Simmerfor5–10minutesstirringconstantly.
5.Removefromheat.Stirin1Tbsp.butter.
6.Tomakebatter,cutupstickofbutterintoslowcookercrock.TurncookerontoHighsobuttermelts.
7.Meanwhile,combineflour,sugar,bakingpowder,andsaltinagood-sizedbowl.Whenwellmixed,stirinmilkuntilbatterissmooth.
8.Dropbatterbyspoonfulsevenlyovermeltedbutterincrock.Donotstir.
9.Spoonthethickenedcherrymixtureoverbatter.Donotstir.
10.Cover.CookonHighfor2–3hours,oruntilfirminmiddleandbubblyaroundedges.
11.Removelidcarefullyandswiftlysonodropsofwaterfromtheliddripontothecobbler.ContinuebakingonHigh30moreminutessocobblerbecomesdrierontop.
12.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.Whenwarmorroomtemperature,serve.
Agreatvariation—Youcanusecannedorfrozencherriesforthis.Ifcanned,cutthesugarbackandusethejuiceinsteadofthewaterthat’scalledfor.Ilovesourcherriesherebecauseofthetart-sweetcombination!
PeachesandPuddingCrispMakes8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
5–6cupspeaches,freshorcanned½cuppeachjuiceorsyrup
2smallpkgs.instantvanillapudding,divided½cupbrownsugar
Topping:1cupflour
1½cupsdryoatmeal,quickorrolled½cupbrownsugar
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,melted¾tsp.salt
2tsp.cinnamonreserveddryinstantvanillapudding
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Combinepeaches,theirsyrup,2Tbsp.drypuddingmix,andbrownsugaringood-sizedmixingbowl.Setasideremainingdrypuddingmix.
3.Placeinslowcookercrock.
4.Combinealltoppingingredientsuntilwellblendedandcrumbly.Sprinkleoverpeachmixture.
5.Cover.BakeonHigh2½–3½hours,oruntilfirminmiddleandbubblyaroundtheedges.
6.Removelidcarefully,tiltingitquicklyawayfromyourselfsothatwaterfromtheinsideoftheliddoesn’tdriponthecrisp.
7.Continuebaking30moreminutessocrispdriesoutontop.
8.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.Servewhenwarmoratroomtemperature.
TIPIlikethecrisptobecrunchy,anditwon’tgetbrownontopinaslowcooker.SoIliketorunthefinisheddishunderthebroilerforjustaminuteortwotilit’sproperlybrownandcrunchy.That,againstthesoftpeaches
—yum!
PeachCobblerMakes8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
3–4cupsslicedpeaches⅓cupsugar
¼cupbrownsugardashnutmeg
dashcinnamon8Tbsp.(1stick)butter
½cupsugar¾cupflour
2tsp.bakingpowder¾cupmilk
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Mixtogetherinagood-sizedbowlthepeaches,⅓cupsugar,brownsugar,nutmeg,andcinnamon.Setasidetomacerate.
3.Meltbutter,orplaceinslowcookercrockturnedonHigh,andletitmeltthere.
4.Meanwhile,stirtogetherremainingingredientsinabowl—½cupsugar,flour,bakingpowder,andmilkuntilsmooth.
5.Whenbutterismelted,makesureitcoversthebottomofthecrock.Spoonbatterevenlyoverbutterincrock,butdon’tstir.
6.Spoonsugaredpeachesoverbatter.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh3–4hours,oruntilfirminmiddleandbubblyaroundtheedges.
8.Uncovercarefullysocondensationfrominsideofliddoesn’tdriponthecobbler.Removecrockfromcooker.Servewhenwarmwithmilkoricecream.
Somegreatvariations—Lovethisinthesummertime!Butit’salsogoodwithcannedorfrozenpeaches.Draincannedpeachesorthawfrozenonesbeforeaddingthemtothecrock.Thecobblerwon’tfirmupwellifyouaddthatextramoisture.
RhubarbCrunchMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:3-quart
1cupflour,sifted(use½cupwholewheatand½cupwhiteifyouwish)¼cupdryoats,quickorrolled
1cupbrownsugar,packed8Tbsp.butter(1stick),melted
1tsp.cinnamon1cupsugar
2Tbsp.cornstarch1cupwater1tsp.vanilla
2cupsdicedrhubarb
1.Inagood-sizedbowl,stirtogetherflour,dryoats,brownsugar,meltedbutter,andcinnamonuntilcrumbly.
2.Setasidehalfthecrumbs.Patremainingcrumbsoverbottomofslowcookercrock.
3.Combinesugar,cornstarch,water,andvanillaina2-qt.microwave-safebowl,stirringuntilsmooth.
4.Addrhubarbtowater/sugarmixture.Microwave,covered,onHighfor2minutes.Stir.Cookanotherminute,oruntilmixturebecomesthickandclear,stirringfrequently.
5.Pourrhubarbsauceovercrumbsincrock.
6.Crumbleremainingcrumbsovertopofsauce.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh1hour.
8.Uncover.(Makesuretheliddoesn’tdripwaterontopofcrunchwhenremovingit.)BakeonHighanadditional30–60minutes,oruntilcrunchiscrunchyontop.
9.Removecrockfromcooker.Allowcrunchtocooluntilit’swarmorroomtemperaturebeforediggingin.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Tang-ilywonderful!
StrawberryRhubarbCrispMakes8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:3–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
4cupsslicedrhubarb4cupsslicedstrawberries
¾cupsugar½cuporangemarmalade
3Tbsp.flour2Tbsp.(¼stick)butter,melted
Topping:½cupchoppednutsofyourchoice
¼cupdryoats,quickorrolled½cupflour
1tsp.cinnamon6Tbsp.(¾cup)butter
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogetherslicedrhubarbandstrawberries,sugar,orangemarmalade,andflour.
3.Pourintocrock.
4.Drizzlemeltedbutteroverfruitmixture.
5.Inaseparatebowl,maketoppingbymixingtogetherchoppednuts,dryoats,flour,andcinnamon.
6.Blendbutterintodryingredientseitherwithyourfingers,2knives,orapastrycutteruntilcrumbsform.
7.Sprinklecrumbsevenlyoverfruit.
8.Covercooker.BakeonHigh2½–3½hours,oruntilfirminmiddleandbubblyaroundedges.
9.Quicklyremovelid,swoopingitawayfromyourselfsodropsoninsideofliddon’tdriponthecrisp.Continuebaking30moreminutestoallowcrisptodryontop.
10.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.
11.Servecrispwhenwarmoratroomtemperature.
Agreatvariation—
Frozenstrawberriesarefineforthiscrisp—butIprefertothawthemfirstanddrainthemwellbeforeaddingthemtothecrock.Theberriesandrhubarbwillstillturnjuicyastheybake.
StrawberryCrispMakes6servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:4-quart
1cupdryoats,quickorrolled1cupflour
1cupbrownsugar,packed8Tbsp.(1stick)butter
½cupsugar,orless4cupsslicedfreshstrawberries
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,combinedryoatmeal,flour,andbrownsugar.Cutbutterintochunksandworkintodryingredientswithyourfingers,2knives,orapastrycutteruntilcrumbly.
3.Inaseparatebowl,gentlymixtogetherslicedstrawberriesandsugar.
4.Dividecrumbsinhalf.Placehalfintobottomofslowcookercrock.Pressdowntoformcrust.
5.Spoonstrawberriesevenlyovercrust.
6.Scatterremaininghalfofcrumbsoverstrawberries.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh2–3hours,oruntilfirmincenterandbubblyaroundedges.
8.Removelidcarefullywithaswiftswoopawayfromyourselftokeepcondensationoninsideoflidfromdrippingontocrisp.ContinuebakingonHighanother30minutestoallowcrisptodryontop.
9.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.
Agreatvariation—Frozenstrawberriesworkinthisrecipe,too.It’sbesttoletthemthawandthendrainthemwellbeforespooningthemoverthecrust.
ApricotCrispMakes5servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:4-quart
2¼lbs.freshapricots1¼cupsflour
¼cupchoppedwalnutsorpecans1¼cupssugar
pinchgroundclovespinchcardamom1tsp.cinnamon
12Tbsp.(1½sticks)butter
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Cutapricotsinhalf,removestone,andplacefruitevenlyintocrock.
3.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogetherflour,choppednuts,sugar,cloves,cardamom,andcinnamonuntilwellblended.
4.Cutbutterintochunks.Usingeitheryourfingers,2knives,orapastrycutter,workbutterintodryingredients.
5.Whencrumbly,scatteroverapricothalves.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh3–3½hours,oruntilfruitistender.
7.Removelidcarefullyandquickly,tiltingitawayfromyourselftopreventcondensationoninsideoflidfromdrippingontocrisp.Continuebakinguncoveredforanother30minutessocrispdriesontop.
8.Removecrockandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.Servecrispwarmoratroomtemperature.
Agreatvariation—Trythesewithcannedapricots,too.Butdrainthemwellbeforeusing.Cutthesugarinhalfifthesyrupissweetened.
FreshPlumKuchenMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize3-or4-quart
4Tbsp.(halfastick)butter,softened¾cupsugar
2eggs1tsp.lemonzest
1cupflour1tsp.bakingpowder
¼cupmilksugar
2cupsfreshplums(about4medium-sizedones)1Tbsp.cinnamon
½cupbrownsugar
1.Inamixingbowl,beatbutterandsugartogetheruntillightandcreamy.
2.Beatintheeggsandlemonzest.
3.Inaseparatebowl,combineflourandbakingpowder.
4.Adddryingredientstowet.Addmilk,mixingwell.
5.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
6.Sprinklebottomandsidesofcrocklightlywithsugar.
7.Spooninbatter,spreadingitoutevenly.
8.Sliceplumsandarrangeontopofdough.
9.Indryingredientbowl,stircinnamonandbrownsugartogether.Sprinkleoverplums.
10.Coverwithslowcookerlid.BakeonHigh2–3hours,untilmiddleissetandjuiceisbubbling.
11.Removelidwithabigswoopawayfromyourselftopreventcondensationoninsideoflidfromdrippingontothekuchen.
12.Liftcrockoutofcookerandletkuchencooluntilwarmorroomtemperaturebeforeeating.
TIPIt’snotabadideatokeepafreshlemoninyourfridgeallthetime.Thenyoucanaddateaspoonofzesttoadessertlikethisone.You’llstarttoseepossibilitiesforusingfreshlemonjuiceinsaladdressingsorgrating
zestoverroastedporkandgrilledbeef.Oraddslicesoflemontoyourdrinkingwateranytime.
BlueberryCrinkleMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:3-or4-quart
½cupbrownsugar¾cupdryquickoats
½cupflour,whiteorwholewheat½tsp.cinnamon
dashofsalt6Tbsp.(¾stick)butter
4cupsblueberries,freshorfrozen2Tbsp.sugar
2Tbsp.instanttapioca2Tbsp.lemonjuice
½tsp.lemonzest
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inalargebowl,combinebrownsugar,dryoats,flour,cinnamon,andsalt.
3.Using2knives,apastrycutter,oryourfingers,workbutterintodryingredientsuntilsmallcrumbsform.
4.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetherblueberries,sugar,tapioca,lemonjuice,andlemonzest.
5.Spoonblueberrymixtureintoslowcookercrock.
6.Sprinklecrumbsoverblueberries.
7.Cover.Cook2–3hoursonLow,oruntilfirminthemiddlewithjuicebubblinguparoundtheedges.
8.Removelidwithagiantswoopawayfromyourselfsocondensationoninsideofliddoesn’tdriponthecrumbs.
9.Liftcrockoutofcooker.Letcooluntileitherwarmorroomtemperaturebeforeeating.
Agreatvariation—Whenblueberriesareinseason,Ibuya13-lb.box,pourtheberriesintopint-sizedcontainers,andfreezethem.Noneedtothawthemforthisrecipe.Ofcourse,freshcan’tbebeatinthiscrinkle.MylatestcrazeistoeatthiswithdollopsofGreekyogurt.
Old-TimeyRaisinCrispMakes12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2½–3½hours StandingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
1lb.raisins2Tbsp.cornstarch
½cupsugar1cupwater
2Tbsp.lemonjuice
Crumbs:1¾cupsflour
½tsp.bakingsoda1cupbrownsugar
¼tsp.salt1½cupsdryoats,quickorrolled
12Tbsp.(1½sticks)butter
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inasaucepan,combineraisins,cornstarch,sugar,andwater.Cookuntilslightlythickened,stirringcontinually.
3.Removefromheat,stirinlemonjuiceandletcoolforanhour.
4.Preparecrumbsbycombiningflour,bakingsoda,brownsugar,salt,anddryoatsinagood-sizedbowluntilwellmixed.
5.Cutbutterintochunks.Workintodryingredientswithyourfingers,2knives,orapastrycutteruntilfinecrumbsform.
6.Dividecrumbsinhalf.Spreadhalfintobottomofslowcookercrock.Pressdowntoformcrust.
7.Spoonraisinmixtureovercrumbcrust.
8.Coverwithremaininghalfofcrumbs.
9.Cover.BakeonHigh2–3hours,oruntilfirminmiddleandbubblyaroundtheedges.
10.Removelidcarefullyandquicklysodropsofwaterfrominsidetheliddon’tdriponthecrisp.
11.Continuebaking30moreminutestoallowthecrisptodryontop.
12.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingrack.
13.Cutintosquares,orspoonoutofcrock,toservewhenwarmoratroomtemperature.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—ThisrecipemakesmethinkofGrandmabecauseshelovedraisindesserts.Theywere
alwaysavailable,andshehadquitealine-upofraisindishes.
TIPDon’tskipthelemonjuice.Itmakessurethecrispisn’tsuper-sweet.Addalittlemoreifyou’dliketoreally
tasteit.
SpicySweetAppleCrispMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3½–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
9crispbakingapples,peeledornot1cupflour1cupsugar
1tsp.bakingpowderpinchofsalt
1egg4Tbsp.(halfastick)butter
severalshakesofroasted,orothergourmet,cinnamondashortwoofcardamom
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Sliceapplesintocrock,spreadingthemoutevenly.
3.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogetherflour,sugar,bakingpowder,andsalt.
4.Breakeggintodryingredientsandmixtogether.
5.Cutbutterintochunks.Usingyourfingers,or2knives,orapastrycutter,workintodoughuntilsmallchunksform.
6.Scatterchunksoverapples.
7.Sprinkleliberallywithroastedcinnamon.Addadashortwoofcardamom.
8.Coverwithcookerlid.BakeonHigh3–3½hours,oruntilfirminthemiddleandjuicesbubbleuparoundtheedges.
9.Removelidcarefully,tiltingitquicklyawayfromyourselfsonocondensationdripsonthecrisp.Continuebaking30moreminutestoallowthetoppingtocrispup.
10.Letcooluntilwarmorroomtemperaturebeforeserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Ifyou’dliketoshakeupthetraditionalapplecrispjustalittlebit,thisisawinner.
ApplePearCrispMakes8–10servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
3–4largeapples,unpeeledandsliced3–4largepears,unpeeledandsliced
½cupsugar,orless,dependingonhownaturallysweettheapplesare1Tbsp.lemonjuice
1Tbsp.flour
Topping:1cupflour
1cupbrownsugar⅔cupdryoats,quickorrolled(rolledhavemoretexture)
½tsp.cinnamon6Tbsp.(¾stick)butter
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inabigbowl,mixtogetherappleandpearslices,sugar,lemonjuice,and1Tbsp.flour.
3.Pourintocrock.
4.Inthesamebowl,mixtoppingingredients:flour,brownsugar,dryoats,andcinnamon.Thencutinbutterwith2knives,apastrycutter,oryourfingers.Whencrumbsthesizeofsmallpeasform,sprinkleoverfruitmixture.
5.Covercrock.BakeonHigh2–3hours,oronLow4hours,oruntilfruitisbubbly.
6.Thirtyminutesbeforeendofcookingtime,removelid(don’tletcondensationfrominsideofliddriponthecrisp),sothetoppingcandry.
7.Serveasis,ortoppedwithicecreamorinabowlwithmilk.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisyear-roundversatile.Weeatitforbreakfast,foraquicksupper,orforalate
afternoonoreveningsnackifwehaven’thadasubstantiallunchordinner.It’sdeliciouswarmorcold.
PuddingsandCustards
BananaBreadPuddingwithButterscotchSauceMakes10servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2–3hours StandingTime:10minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
5ripebananas,peeledandslicedincoins10cupsdicedwhiteFrenchbread,stale
5eggs3½cupswholemilk
¾cupbrownsugar,divided¼tsp.groundnutmeg
¾tsp.salt,divided2tsp.vanilla,divided
2Tbsp.darkspicedrum,divided4Tbsp.(½stick)saltedbutter
½cupheavycream
1.Inagreasedslowcooker,make2or3layersofbananaslicesandbread,startingwithbananaslices.
2.Inamixingbowl,whiskeggsuntiltheynolongerclingtothewhisk.
3.Addmilk,¼cupbrownsugar,nutmeg,½tsp.salt,1tsp.vanilla,and1Tbsp.rum.
4.Pourmilkmixturegentlyoverlayersincrock.Besurebreadcubesaresubmerged.
5.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilbreadpuddingissetinthemiddleandedgesarebrowning.
6.Setasidewithlidofftofirmupwhileyoumakethebutterscotchsauce.Thepuffinesswillsinkdownabit.
7.Inamediumsaucepan,combinebutter,remaining½cupbrownsugar,cream,remaining¼tsp.salt,andremaining1Tbsp.rum.
8.Cookandstirovermediumheatuntilsauceisjustcomingtoagentleboil.Lowerheattokeepatalowboilfor5minutes,stirringoccasionally.
9.Addremaining1tsp.vanillatosauce.Servewarmoverwarmbreadpudding.
TIPIusethisbutterscotchsauceforotherdessertsaswell—icecream,tapiocapudding,plainchocolatecake,and
soon.Keepitinthefridgeandwarmitslightlybeforeusingsoyoucanstirandrecombinethesauce.However,Isometimesstickaspooninthecoldsauceandjusttakealuxuriousmouthfulwhennooneis
looking....
AppleWalnutBreadPuddingwithWhiskeySauceMakes10servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2–3hours StandingTime:30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
10cupsdicedstalebread,amixtureofkindsisfine2cupspeeled,choppedapples
5eggs3½cupswholemilk
½cupbrownsugar,divided1tsp.groundcinnamon
½tsp.vanilla½tsp.salt
½cupchoppedwalnuts,toasted3Tbsp.saltedbutter¼cupheavycream
2Tbsp.whiskey
1.Placehalfthebreadinagreasedslowcooker.Addalltheapplesasalayer.Coverwithremainingbread.
2.Inamixingbowl,whiskeggsuntiltheynolongerclingtothewhisk.Addmilk,¼cupbrownsugar,cinnamon,vanilla,andsalt.
3.Pourmilkmixturegentlyoverlayersincrock.Pushbreadcubesdownsotheyarecompletelysubmerged.
4.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hoursuntilslightlypuffyandliquidisabsorbed.
5.Sprinklewithwalnuts,pressinggentlyintothetendertop.
6.Setasidewithlidofftofirmupwhileyoumakethewhiskeysauce.Expectthepufftosinkdownasthepuddingsits.
7.Inasaucepan,combinebutter,remaining¼cupbrownsugar,cream,andwhiskey.
8.Stirandcookovermediumheatuntilitreachesagentleboil.Removefromheatandservewarmoverwarmbreadpudding.
ChocolateBreadPuddingMakes10servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
1Tbsp.butter10cupscubedwhitebread,preferablyheartyandpreferablystale
3½cupswholemilk5eggs
2tsp.vanilla¼cupsugar
½cupbrownsugar3Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder
½cupsemisweetchocolatechips
1.Greaseslowcookerwithbutter.
2.Placebreadcubesinbutteredslowcooker.
3.Inamixingbowl,beattogethermilk,eggs,andvanilla.Addbothsugarsandcocoa.Whiskagain.
4.Pourmilkmixtureoverbread.Pushanyfloatingcubesdownintothemixture.
5.Sprinklewithchocolatechips.
6.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hoursuntilpuffyandliquidisabsorbed.
7.Servehot,warm,orchilled.Thepuffinesswillsubsideasthepuddingcools.
TIPStale,oreventoasted,breadmakesabettertextureinbreadpudding.Itsoaksupthecustardmorenicelyandgivesabetterflavor.Ifyou’restartingwithfreshbread,eitherallowittosituncoveredatroomtemperature
overnight,ortoastitlightly.Servewithcaramelsauceorfreshberries.
ClassicBreadPuddingMakes10servings
Prep.Time:25minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,melted10cupsdicedwhitebread,stale
⅔cupraisins5eggs
3½cupswholemilk⅓cupsugar
½tsp.vanilla1tsp.cinnamon
½tsp.salt
1.Pourbutterinslowcookerandswirlitaroundtogreasethebottomandupthesidesseveralinches.
2.Addbreadcubesandraisinstoslowcooker.Mixgently.
3.Inamixingbowl,whiskeggsuntiltheynolongerclingtothewhisk.Addmilk,sugar,vanilla,cinnamon,andsalt.
4.Pourmilkmixtureoverbreadmixture.Pushfloatingcubesdownintothemixturesotheygetacoating.
5.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilliquidisabsorbedandthepuddingispuffyandbrowningattheedges.
6.Servehot,warm,orchilled.Expectthepufftosinkdownasthepuddingcools.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—“Pudding”seemslikeastrangenameforthiscomfortingdessert.It’slikeafudgypudding,
really,withthebreadturningintosomethingtenderandyetsubstantialasitbakes.Eatclassicbreadpuddingasitis,orserveacaramelsauceandfruitontop.
BreakfastCornbreadPuddingMakes10servings
Prep.Time:25minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,divided5cupscubedcornbread,toasted
5cupscubedbread1cupcooked,crumbledcountrysausage
2greenonions,diced¼cupchoppedredbellpepper
½cupcorn4cupswholemilk
6eggs¼tsp.driedthyme
½tsp.saltpepper,totaste
1.Use1Tbsp.buttertogreaseslowcooker.
2.Intheslowcooker,gentlystirtogethercornbread,bread,sausage,onions,peppers,andcorn.
3.Inamixingbowl,whisktogethermilk,eggs,thyme,salt,andpepper.
4.Pourmilkmixtureoverbreadmixture,pushingdownonbreadasneededsoitissubmerged.
5.Meltremaining3Tbsp.butteranddrizzleovertop.
6.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilliquidisabsorbedandpuddingispuffy.Servehotorwarm(althoughthepuffinesswillsinkdownaspuddingsits).
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisatastytwistonthetraditionalbreakfastcasserole.Thecornbreadgivesexcellent
flavorandtextureandit’sahandywaytouseupleftovercornbread.
PumpkinCustardMakes6servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:3-quart
1Tbsp.butter1½cupscooked,pureedpumpkin
⅔cupdarkbrownsugar3eggs,beaten
1cupheavycream1Tbsp.flour
1tsp.groundcinnamon½tsp.groundginger
½tsp.groundnutmeg¼tsp.groundcloves
½tsp.salt
1.Usebuttertogreaseslowcooker.
2.Combinerestofingredients,whiskingwell.
3.Pourintobutteredcrock.
4.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hoursuntilsetinthemiddle.Servewarm.
TIPMakethisintoapumpkinpiebylininga6-quartovalcrockwithpastryfora9”pie.Bringthepastryupthesides1–2”.Pourinthecustard.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hoursuntilset.Allowtocoolforeasier
slicingandserving.
RaspberryCustardMakes6servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:3–4hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:4-quart
5eggs½cupsugar
½tsp.salt¾cupall-purposeflour
12-oz.canevaporatedmilk1tsp.vanillaextract
pinchcinnamon2Tbsp.butter
2cupsredraspberries,freshorfrozen,thawedanddrained
1.Beateggs,sugar,andsaltinmixingbowluntileggsnolongerclingtowhisk.
2.Addflourinthreeportions,whiskingwellaftereachadditionuntilnolumpsremain.
3.Whiskinevaporatedmilk,vanilla,andcinnamon.
4.Usebuttertogenerouslygreaseslowcooker.
5.Poureggmixtureintocooker.Sprinkleevenlywithraspberries.
6.CoverandcookonLowfor3–4hours,untilset.
7.Removelidandallowtocoolfor30–60minutesbeforeserving.Maychillbeforeservingaswell.
Agreatvariation—Ofcourseyoucanuseotherberriesinthiscustard,whateveryouhaveinthefreezerorfindtopick.
SpanishFlanMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–5hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
1cupsugar¼tsp.lemonjuice
3eggs14-oz.cansweetenedcondensedmilk
12-oz.canevaporatedmilk1tsp.vanilla
pinchsalt
1.Placesugarandlemonjuiceinslowcooker.
2.Withlidoff,cookonHighfor1–2hours,occasionallytiltingtheslowcookertomovesugararoundasitcaramelizes.Whenthesugarhasbrownedintoliquidcaramel,turnsettingtoLow.
3.Inamixingbowl,whisktogethereggs,bothmilks,vanilla,andsalt.
4.Pourgentlyandevenlyovercaramelinslowcooker.
5.CoverandcookonLowforanadditional2–3hoursuntilset.
6.Removelidfromcookerandallowflantocoolfor30minutes.
7.Runaknifearoundtheedgeoftheflan.Invertcrockoverrimmedplatter.Caramelshouldpoolaroundtheedgesoftheflan.Cutintoslicesandservewithextracarameldrizzledontop.
TIPThisisaneasywaytocaramelizesugar:lettheslowcookerdoitforyou!
MaplePotdeCremeMakes4–6servings
Prep.Time:10minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursChillingTime:atleast2hours StandingTime:about1hour
Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
2eggyolks2eggs
1cupheavycream½cupwholemilk
1Tbsp.darkbrownsugar⅓cupgradeB(dark)maplesyrup
pinchsalt1tsp.vanilla
¼tsp.groundnutmegwhippedcream,forgarnish,optional
1.Inamixingbowl,beateggyolksandeggsuntillightandfrothy.
2.Addcream,milk,brownsugar,maplesyrup,salt,vanilla,andnutmeg.Mixwell.
3.Useabakingdishthatfitsinyourslowcooker.
4.Pourmaplemixtureinbakingdishandsetitinslowcooker.
5.Carefullypourwateraroundthebakingdishuntilthewatercomeshalfwayupthesides.
6.Covercooker.CookonHighfor2–3hours,untilpotdecremeissetbutstillalittlebitjigglyinthemiddle.
7.Wearingovenmittstoprotectyourknuckles,carefullyremovehotdishfromcooker.Setonwireracktocooltoroomtemperature.
8.Covertightlyandchillforatleast2hoursbeforeserving.Garnishwithwhippedcreamifyouwish.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Wantanimpressive,specialdessertwithverylittleeffort?Thisisit!Thetextureisluscious,
theflavorisdelightful,andyoucandressitupwithwhippedcreamandberriesoradrizzleofchocolatesauce.
SimpleEggCustardMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
2cupswholemilk4eggs
⅓cupsugar½tsp.salt
1tsp.vanilla
1.Placeingredientsinblender.Whipwell.
2.Dividebetween4–6ramekins,or6¼pintcanningjars.
3.Spacetheramekins/jarsoutinslowcooker.
4.Pourwaterinslowcooker,beingcarefultoavoidramekins,sowatercomesuphalfwayupthesidesoftheramekins.
5.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilcustardisset.
6.Carefullyremovehotramekinsfromslowcooker—acanningjarlifterworksperfectlyforthis—andsetonwireracktocooltoroomtemperature.Chill,covered,foratleast4hoursbeforeserving.
TIPIfyoucangetyourhandsonreallyniceeggswiththedeepyellow-orangeyolks(usuallystraightfromthe
farm!),yourcustardwillshowthatlovelybutterycolor.Butofcourse,anyeggswillwork.
TIPIfyouuse¼pintcanningjarsformakingthisrecipe,youcaneasilytakethisdeliciousdessertwithyou.Just
screwonacanninglidandringandgo!Perfectforpicnicsandpackedlunches.
Agreatvariation—Addafewberriesorsomeslicedpeachesinthebottomoftheramekinsbeforepouringintheegg/milkmixture.
CrockeryChocolatePuddingMakes4servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:3–4hours ChillingTime:4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:3-quart
½cupsugar3Tbsp.cornstarch
3Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder1cuphalf-and-half
1¼cupsmilk1tsp.vanilla
1Tbsp.saltedbutter
1.Combineallingredientsingreasedslowcooker.Whiskwell.
2.CoverandcookonLowfor3–4hours,whiskingthoroughlytwice,untilpuddingisthickened.
3.Pourintoservingdishandchillatleast4hours,covered,beforeserving.
Agreatvariation—Ifyoupreferalesssweetpudding,use⅓cupsugar.
TropicalPineapplePuddingMakes8servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:3–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:3-quart
20-oz.cancrushedpineapple,undrained11-oz.canmandarinoranges,undrained
2eggs,beaten½cupcoconutmilk3Tbsp.cornstarch
½cupsugar¼tsp.salt
zestandjuiceof1limetoastedgratedcoconut,optional,forgarnish
1.Combinepineappleandorangesinslowcooker.
2.Separately,whiskeggs,coconutmilk,cornstarch,sugar,salt,limezest,andlimejuiceuntiltotallysmooth.
3.Addeggmixturetofruitinslowcooker,mixingtocombinethoroughly.
4.CoverandcookonLowfor3–4hours,whiskingthoroughlytwice,untilthick.
5.Allowtositwithlidofffor30minutesbeforeservingwarm.Ortransfertoservingdishandchillforseveralhoursinfridgebeforeserving.
Agreatvariation—Maketropicalparfaitsbylayeringchilledpuddinginprettyglasseswithvanillawafersorsimilarcookies,whippedcream,toastedgratedcoconut,andslicedbananas.
VanillaBeanRicePuddingMakes8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:4-quart
6cupsmilk,2%orwhole1½cupswhiterice,uncooked
1cupsugar2Tbsp.butter,melted
½tsp.salt½tsp.groundcinnamon
1vanillabean1egg
1.Combinemilk,rice,sugar,butter,salt,andcinnamoninslowcooker.
2.Splitvanillabeaninhalfandscrapeseedsintomilkmixture.Dropinsplitbeanaswell.
3.CoverandcookonHighfor2–4hours,untilriceistenderandmostofthemilkisabsorbed.
4.Whiskegginasmallbowl.
5.Slowlyadd½cuphotricemixturetobeatenegg,whiskingconstantly.
6.Slowlypourrice/eggmixturebackintoslowcooker,whiskingconstantly.Whiskanadditionalminute.
7.Coverandallowtostand10minutes.
8.Pourhotpuddingintoservingdish.Servewarm,orchillfirstbeforeserving.
Agreatvariation—Add1cupraisinsinstep1.
TIPSteps4–6arecalled“tempering”theegg.Thisgentleintroductionoftheeggtothehotpuddinghelpstothickenthepuddingwhilekeepingthesilkytextureoftheegg.Puttingtheeggstraightintohotpudding
wouldcreatescrambledegg!
RaspberriocaMakes8–10servings
Prep.Time:10minutes CookingTime:3–6hours ChillingTime:2ormorehoursIdealslow-cookersize:3-quart
4cupswater½cuppearltapioca
3-oz.boxraspberrygelatin⅓cupsugar
2cupsfrozenredraspberries1cupheavywhippingcream
1.Inslowcooker,combinewaterandtapioca.
2.CoverandcookonLowfor6hoursorHighfor3hours,stirringtwice.
3.Stiringelatinandsugaruntildissolved.
4.Gentlystirinraspberries.
5.Pourintobowlandrefrigerateuntilchilled.
6.Useanelectricmixertobeatcreamintosoftpeaksinchilledbowl.Stirintochilledtapioca.Serve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisalovely,refreshingpinkcloudinthesummer.Ihaveusedotherberrieswithsuccess
aswell.
VanillaTapiocaMakes8servings
Prep.Time:5minutes Cookingtime:3–6hours StandingTime:30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:3-or4-quart
4cupsmilk,preferably2%2eggs
⅔cupsugar½cuppearltapioca
¼tsp.salt1tsp.vanilla
1.Inslowcooker,whiskmilkandeggstogetheruntileggsnolongerclingtowhisk.
2.Addsugar,tapioca,andsalt.Mixagain.
3.CoverandcookonLowfor6hoursoronHighfor3hours,whiskingthoroughlytwice.
4.Addvanilla.
5.Removecrockfromelectriccookerandallowtosituncoveredfor30minutesbeforeservingwarm.Alternatively,transferpuddingtoservingdishandrefrigerateforseveralhoursbeforeservingcold.
TIPGreatwithfreshfruitontop,oranytoppingsyouenjoyonicecream.
StrawberryRhubarbSauceMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hoursChillingTime:2hours StandingTime:1hour
Idealslow-cookersize:4-quart
1½lbs.rhubarb,cutin½”piecespinchsalt
⅓cupwater½cupsugar
2cupsdicedstrawberries
1.Combinerhubarb,salt,water,andsugarinslowcooker.
2.CoverandcookonLowfor3–4hours.
3.Poursauceintoservingdish.Allowtocooltoroomtemperature.
4.Stirstrawberriesgentlyintosauce.Chillatleast2hoursbeforeserving.
TIPServeasisinsmalldessertdishes,orserveasasauceoverpoundcake,angelfoodcake,oricecream.
Pies
MochaPieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hours StandingTime:2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
crustfora9”pie2eggs
⅔cupheavywhippingcream1½cupssugar
3Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder1Tbsp.instantcoffeegranules
4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,melted1tsp.vanilla
¼tsp.salt
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Inamixingbowl,beateggsandcreamuntilmixturenolongerclingstowhisk.
3.Addrestofingredientsandwhiskwell.
4.Pourfillingintopreparedcrust.
5.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilfillingissetinthemiddleandcrustisbrowning.
6.Removecrockfromelectricalunit,uncover,andsetasidetocoolfor2hoursbeforeslicingandserving.
Somegreatvariations—Iadorechocolateandcoffeetogether,sothispieisafavoriteofmine.However,Ibettherearewaystotinkerwithit:takeoutthecoffee,andputalayerofpeanutbutterbetweenthefillingandthecrust...addsomecinnamonandcayenneforaMexicanflair...orchopupsomeleftoverHalloweencandybarsandsprinkletheminthecrustbeforepouringinthefilling.
ChocolatePecanPieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:25minutes CookingTime:2–3hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
pastryfora9”pie6-oz.bagchoppedpecans,about1⅓cups
4oz.bittersweetchocolate,chopped3eggs
1cupsugar6Tbsp.butter,melted½cupdarkcornsyrup
¼cupmaplesyrup1tsp.vanilla
¼tsp.salt
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Inasmallbowl,tosstogetherchocolateandpecans.Sprinkleevenlyinpiecrust.
3.Inamediumbowl,whiskeggsandsugar.Addbutter,cornsyrup,maplesyrup,vanilla,andsalt.Whiskagain.
4.Pourfillingoverchocolate/pecansincrust.
5.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilfillingissetandcrustisgettingbrowned.
6.Removecrockfromelectricalunit,removelid,andsetpieasidetocooltoroomtemperature,about2hours,beforeslicingandserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Althoughthisisaparticularlydecadent,deliciouspie,itisveryeasytomake.It’safavorite
ofmyextendedfamilyforholidaygatherings.
FamousPADutchShooflyPieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
pastryfora9”pie1cupall-purposeflour
½cupbrownsugar2Tbsp.butter,roomtemperature
⅓cupblackstrapmolasses⅔cupmildbakingmolasses
1egg⅔cupcoldwater1tsp.bakingsoda¼cuphotwater
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Inamixingbowl,cuttogetherflour,brownsugar,andbuttertomakefinecrumbs.Measureandsetaside½cupcrumbs.
3.Inanothermixingbowl,combinebothmolasses,egg,andcoldwater.Whisk.
4.Separately,dissolvebakingsodainhotwaterandthenaddittomixture.Whiskagain.
5.Addcrumbstomolassesmixture.Pourintopieshellincooker.Sprinklewithreserved½cupcrumbs.
6.Cover,adding3–4sheetsofpapertowelsunderthelidtocatchcondensation.
7.CookonHighfor1½–2hours,untilpieispuffedabitandcenterisnotjiggly.
8.Uncoverslowcookerandremovecrockfromelectricalunit.Setasidefor30–60minutesbeforeslicingandservingpie.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—WelovethispiethetraditionalPennsylvaniaDutchway:forbreakfast!Butit’salso
deliciouswithaglassofcoldmilkandapeachonthesideinthemiddleofsummer.
MagicCoconutCustardPieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:10minutes CookingTime:2–3hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
4eggs6Tbsp.butter,roomtemperature
½cupall-purposeflour2cups2%orwholemilk
¾cupsugar1tsp.vanilla
1cupunsweetenedshreddedcoconut
1.Inablender,combineeggs,butter,flour,milk,sugar,andvanilla.Whip.
2.Stirincoconut.
3.Pourmixtureintogreasedslowcooker.
4.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilsetinthemiddle.
5.Uncoverslowcookerandremovecrockfromelectricalunit.Setasidefor30–60minutesbeforeslicingandservingpie,orallowtocooltoroomtemperatureforatotallyfirmpie.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—The“magic”hereisthatthepieformsitsowncrust!Iliketoserveslicesofthispiewith
somefreshberriesorfruitsalad.
Double-CrustCherryPieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
221-oz.canscherrypiefilling1tsp.almondextract
crustfor29”pies
1.Takeoneoftherolledoutpastriesandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Separately,stirtogetherpiefillingandalmondextract.Spoonintocrustinslowcooker.
3.Cutremainingcrustin1”strips.Layhalfthestrips½”apartontopofthepiefilling,pinchingtheendsgentlytothebottomcrustandremovingexcesslength.Laytherestofthestripstheoppositedirectioninthesamemanner.
4.CoverandcookonHighfor1½–2hours,untilcrustisfirmandgettingbrownandfillingishot.
5.Removehotcrockfromelectricalunitandsetasidetocoolfor30–60minutesbeforecutting.Foratotallyfirmpie,allowtocooltoroomtemperaturebeforeserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisit:theAmericanclassic!Cherrypieisaclassicbecauseit’sstraightforwardand
delicious,especiallyservedwithvanillaicecream.SometimesIjustcan’tresistandIputtriple-chocolateicecreamonmyslice.Definitelyspecial!
Open-FacePeachPieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupall-purposeflour⅓cupwholewheatflour
¼tsp.bakingpowder½tsp.salt
2Tbsp.confectionerssugar4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,roomtemperature
3cupsslicedfreshpeaches,anyjuicedrainedoff¼cupsugar
1tsp.groundcinnamon1egg
1cupplainGreekyogurt
1.Inamixingbowl,combinebothflours,bakingpowder,salt,andconfectionerssugar.Cutinbutterwithapastrycutteror2knivestomakefinecrumbs.
2.Presscrumbmixtureinslowcookertomakecrustthatcoversbottomandcomesup1–2”onthesides.
3.Distributepeachesovercrust.Sprinkleevenlywithsugarandcinnamon.
4.Inasmallmixingbowl,beategg.Addyogurtandstir.
5.Pouryogurtmixtureevenlyoverpeaches.
6.CoverandcookonHighfor1½–2½hours,untilyogurttoppingisfirmandcrustisslightlybrowned.
7.Carefullyremovehotcrockfromelectricalunitandremovelid.Allowpietorestfor30–60minutesbeforecuttingandserving.Foratotallyfirmpie,allowtocooltoroomtemperature.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—ThispieissimilartoonemymothermadewhenIwasachild.Ilovetherefreshingflavors
ofpeachandyogurttogether.
TIPYoumayusecannedpeachesinplaceoffreshones,butdrainthemverywell.
BlueberryGingerTartMakes8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1cupwholewheatpastryflour¾cupall-purposeflour
¼cupbrownsugar⅛tsp.salt
⅔cupbutter,chilled2Tbsp.freshlemonjuice,divided
3½cupsfreshorthawedanddrainedfrozenblueberries⅔cupsugar
4tsp.cornstarch1Tbsp.finelygratedlemonzest2tsp.mincedfreshgingerroot
1.Inamixingbowl,stirtogetherbothflours,brownsugar,andsalt.
2.Cutincoldbutterwith2knivesorapastryblender.
3.Remove1cupofcrumbsandsetasidefortopping.Toremainderinthebowl,add1Tbsp.lemonjuice.
4.Presslemoncrumbmixtureintoslowcookertomakeatartcrustthatcomes1”upthesides.
5.Separately,stirtogetherblueberries,sugar,cornstarch,remaining1Tbsp.lemonjuice,lemonzest,andginger.
6.Pourfillingintotartcrust.Sprinklewithreserved1cupcrumbs.
7.Coverslowcooker,ventinglidatoneendwithwoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
8.CookonHighfor1½–2hours,untilblueberryfillingisthickenedandbubblingatedges.
9.Removecrockfromelectricalunitanduncover.Allowtocoolfor30–60minutesbeforeslicingandserving.
TIPThisisawonderfulcombinationofflavors.Bewarned,however,thatthesliceswillbegooeyandtender,so
don’texpectperfectpresentation.Buttheflavorwillwinyouover!
RhubarbCustardPieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
pastryfora9”pie2eggs
1cupsugarpinchsalt
¼tsp.groundnutmeg2Tbsp.flour
⅔cupheavycream2½cupsdicedrhubarb
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Inamixingbowl,whiskeggsuntiltheynolongerclingtothewhisk.
3.Addsugar,salt,nutmeg,flour,andcream.Whiskagainuntilnolumpsremain.
4.Placerhubarbincrust.
5.Poureggmixtureoverrhubarb.
6.CoverandcookonHighfor1½–2hoursoruntilknifebladeinsertedincentercomesoutclean.
7.Uncoverslowcookerandremovecrockfromelectricalunit.Setasidefor30–60minutesbeforeslicingandservingpie,orallowtocooltoroomtemperatureforatotallyfirmpie.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisismyfavoriterhubarbpie,sosimpleandsodelectable.
LemonSpongePieMakes8servings
Prep.Time:25minutes CookingTime:1½–2½hours StandingTime:1–2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
pastryfora9”pie3eggs,separated
¼tsp.creamoftartar2Tbsp.butter
1cupsugarfinelygratedzestof2lemons
juiceof2lemons3Tbsp.all-purposeflour
½tsp.salt1⅓cupsmilk
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Beateggwhitesandcreamoftartarwithanelectricmixeruntiltheystandupinstiffpeaks.Setaside.
3.Inamixingbowl,creambutter,sugar,andeggyolks.
4.Addlemonzest,lemonjuice,flour,salt,andmilk.Beatagain.
5.Foldinbeateneggwhites.
6.Pourmixtureinpastry-linedslowcooker.
7.CoverandcookonHighfor1½–2½hours,untilmiddleissetandlightlybrowned.
8.Removecrockfromelectricalunitanduncover.Allowtocoolfor1–2hoursbeforeslicingandserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—ThisisMerle’sfavoritepie,anditmightbecomeyours,too!It’smucheasiertomakethana
classiclemonmeringuepie,butyougetthefluffytopandthewonderfulgooeylemonpart.
Quiches
ChickenandSpinachQuicheMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor9”pie1cupchopped,cookedchicken
1cupshreddedSwisscheese½cupcooked,choppedspinach,drained(about⅓ofa10-oz.frozenpkg.,thawed)
¼cupchoppedonion2eggs
¾cupmayonnaise¾cupmilk
⅛tsp.pepper
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogetherchicken,cheese,spinach,andonion.
3.Spoonintocrust.
4.Insamebowl,stirtogethereggs,mayonnaise,milk,andpepperuntilsmooth.
5.Pouroverchicken-spinachmixture.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofquichecomesoutclean.
7.Uncoverquickly,swoopinglidawayfromyourselfsonowaterdripsonquichefromtheinsideofthelid.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
8.Letstand20–30minutes,oruntilfirm,beforeslicingtoserve.
CreamyGardenQuicheMakes8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours ChillingTime:20minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor10”pie1lb.fetacheese,crumbled
1½cupsplainyogurt3eggs
1lb.zucchinigrated(noneedtopeel)4clovesgarlic,minced
4-oz.cangreenchilies,drained2–4Tbsp.mincedfreshdill,or2–3tsp.drieddill
2–4Tbsp.mincedfreshparsley,or2–3tsp.driedparsley2–4Tbsp.mincedfreshmint,or2–3tsp.driedmint
½cupchoppedpinenutssaltandpeppertotaste
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Combinefeta,yogurt,andeggsinafoodprocessororblender.Processuntilwellblended.
3.Inamixingbowl,combinezucchini,garlic,chilies,dill,parsley,mint,pinenuts,salt,andpepper.
4.Pourcreamymixtureintovegetablesandherbs.Stirtogether.
5.Pourintopiecrustincrock.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofquichecomesoutclean.
7.Uncoverandremovecrockfromcooker.Placeonbakingrackforatleast20minutesbeforeslicingandserving.
TIPForadifferentlook,useyourmandolintoslicetheunpeeledzucchini.Andifyou’vegotbothgreenand
yellowsummersquash,you’llhaveabeautifulmixtureofcolorfulrounds.
Add-What-You-LikeQuicheMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor9”or10”pie2cups(½lb.)gratedSwisscheese
½cupmilk½cupmayonnaise
2Tbsp.flour¼cupmincedonions
2eggs
Choose1optionalingredientlistedbelow:4oz.crabmeat
4oz.fullycookedham,cubed6stripsbacon,cookedandcrumbled
1½–2cupschoppedfreshspinach
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Combinecheese,milk,mayonnaise,flour,onions,eggs,andyourchoiceofoneoftheoptionalingredientsinagood-sizedbowl.
3.Pourintopiecrust.
4.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofquichecomesoutclean.
5.Quicklyremovelidbyswoopingitawayfromyourselftopreventwaterfrominsideofliddrippingontoquiche.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
6.Letstand20–30minutes,oruntilfirm,beforeslicingtoserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisaboutasaccommodatingarecipeasyoucanaskfor.Ittakescareofthoselittlebits
ofgoodfoodthatsomehowjustdon’tgeteaten.Ifyoudon’thaveenoughofone,youcanalwayscombineacouple.Andeventhoughbrownedgroundbeeforcookedandshreddedchickendidn’tmakeitontothelist,they’regreathere,too.
MediterraneanQuicheMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours ChillingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastrytomakea9”pie2–3Tbsp.oil
¼cupchoppedonion½asmalleggplant,unpeeledandcubedinto½”pieces(about2cups)
2mediumtomatoes,seededanddiced2Tbsp.choppedfreshparsley
¼tsp.driedbasilor¾tsp.choppedfreshbasil½cupcreamorevaporatedmilk
3eggs3Tbsp.gratedParmesancheese
¼tsp.mincedgarlic¾tsp.salt
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Heatoilinskilletovermediumheat.Addonionandeggplantcubesandcookgently,justenoughtocookoffliquidfromtheeggplant.(Thisistokeepyourquichefromgettingwatery.)
3.Addtomatoesandcookafewminuteslonger,thistimetocookoffliquidfromtomatoes.Usingaslottedspoon,liftmixtureoutofskilletandintocrustincrock.
4.Inabowl,whisktogetherchoppedparsleyandbasil,cream,eggs,cheese,mincedgarlic,andsaltuntilwellblended.
5.Pourovervegetablemixtureincrock.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilaknifeinsertedintocenterofquichecomesoutclean.
7.Uncoverquicklysonowaterdripsfromlidontoquiche.Removecrockandplaceonbakingracktocool.
8.Allowtostand20–30minutes,oruntilquichefirmsupincenterandcanbeslicedeasily.
TIPIalwayshaveacoupleofcansofevaporatedmilkinmycupboard.Evaporatedmilkissuchagreatstand-inforcream,whichIseldomhaveinmyfridge.AndIusuallyusethelow-fatvariety,whichdoesjustfinehere,
especiallybecausetheeggsandcheesehelpbringcreaminess.
SantaFeQuicheMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor9”piecrust3cupsgratedMexicancheese
4eggs½cupmilk
4-oz.canchoppedgreenchilies,drained1½cupschoppedfreshtomatoes,deseeded
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Spreadcheeseoverbottomofpiecrust.
3.Inamedium-sizedbowl,beateggsandmilktogether.
4.Stirindrainedchiliesandchoppedtomatoes.
5.Pourintopiecrust.
6.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofquichecomesoutclean.
7.Uncoverswiftlybyswoopinglidawayfromyourselftopreventwaterfrominsideofliddrippingontoquiche.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
8.Letstand20–30minutes,oruntilfirm,beforeslicingandserving.
TIPIt’sworththetimetode-seedthetomatoes.Ithelpskeepthequichefromgettingwatery,too.
AmishCornPieMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryforadouble-crust9”pie3cupsfreshorfrozencorn
2Tbsp.choppedonion,optional1½cupsdicedpotatoes,steamedormicrowaveduntiljusttender
3hard-boiledeggs,dicedsaltandpeppertotaste
2Tbsp.flourmilk
1.Takebottompartofrolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.(Reservetoppartofpastryforlater.)
2.Combinecorn,onionsifyouwish,potatoes,andeggsinagoodsizedbowl.Pourintocrustincrock.
3.Sprinklewithsalt,pepper,and2Tbsp.flour.
4.Slowlypourinmilk,justenoughtobarelycoverthevegetables.
5.Fittoppastryoverfilling.Cutseveralslits(orinterestingshapes!)intotopcrusttoallowsteamtoescape.
6.Coverwithlidofcooker.BakeonHigh1hour.
7.Removecoverwithaquickswoop(youdon’twantwatertodriponthecrust)toallowtopcrusttodryoutandbakethrough.Continuebaking30–60minutes,oruntilmilkbubblesaroundtheedgesandtopcrustisdry.
8.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.
9.Allowtostand20minutes.Thensliceandserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisatraditionalmealforthosehouseholdsthatgrowlotsofsweetcorn.Itissobasic
butsoabsolutelytastyandsatisfying.Ioftenmakeitmid-sweetcornseasonwhenwe’vehadlotsandknowthere’slotsmoretocome.
SpinachandTomatoQuicheMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor9”pie2Tbsp.(¼stick)butter½cupchoppedonions
1tsp.mincedgarlic10-oz.pkg.frozenchoppedspinach,thawed1–1½cups(about6oz.)gratedSwisscheese
3eggs¾cupskimmilk
½tsp.salt1tsp.driedbasil3plumtomatoes
1Tbsp.breadcrumbs1Tbsp.Parmesancheese
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Meltbutterinskillet.Stirinchoppedonionsandmincedgarlic.Sautéuntilveggiesjustbegintosoften.
3.Eithersqueezethemoistureoutofthethawedspinach,oraddittotheskilletandcookgently,stirringfrequently,untilwaterhasevaporated.
4.Stirtogetherspinachandsautéedveggies,gratedcheese,eggs,milk,salt,andbasil.Pourintopiecrust.
5.Slicetomatoesandlayslicesovertopoffilling.
6.Covercooker.BakeonHigh1hour.
7.Meanwhile,mixtogetherbreadcrumbsandParmesancheese.Atendoffirsthourofbaking,sprinklequichewithcrumb-Parmesancheesemixture.
8.Returncovertocookerandcontinuebakinganother30–60minutes,oruntilaknifestuckintothecenterofthequichecomesoutclean.
9.Swoopcoverquicklyoffcookersocondensationoninsideofliddoesn’tdriponthequiche.Removecrockfromcookerandsetonbakingracktocool.
10.Letstand30minutes,soquichecanfirmupbutisstillwarm.Thensliceandserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Whenouronedaughterwasincollege,shelivedinahousewithabunchoffriends.Oneof
thewomenmadethisquichewhenitwasherturntocook,andourdaughterbroughttherecipehomebecauseshelikeditsomuch.
Agreatvariation—Whenfreshspinachisinseason,youcanuseitinsteadoffrozenspinach.You’llneedabout1½lbs.freshspinachtostartwith.Washit(leavingsomeofthewaterdropletsonitforsteaminglater),chopit,andthenputitinagood-sizedkettleovermediumheatandcoverit.Cookgentlyforafewminutes,anditwillcookdowntoabout1½cups,orroughly9–10oz.Whenit’scooled,squeezeoutanyexcesswaterbeforeaddingtothequichemixture.
Mushrooms,Tomatoes,andOnionPieMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor10”pie4springonions,slicedthin
½cuphalvedandde-seededgrapetomatoes½cupslicedfreshmushrooms
1Tbsp.oliveoil6-oz.containerplain,non-fatGreekyogurt
1⅓cupseggsubstitute1⅓cupsskimmilk
saltandpeppertotaste½cupshreddedlow-fatcheddarorColbyJackcheese
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Sautéonions,tomatoes,andmushroomsinoliveoilinskilletfor5minutes.Drainonpapertowel.
3.Inamixingbowl,whisktogetheryogurt,eggsubstitute,milk,salt,andpepper.
4.Scatterdrainedonions,tomatoes,andmushroomsoverbottomofpiecrust.
5.Sprinklecheeseontopofveggielayer.
6.Poureggmixtureovertop.
7.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofpiecomesoutclean.
8.Uncoverswiftly,swoopingthelidawayfromyourself,makingsurethatnowaterdripsfromtheinsideofthelidontothepie.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
9.Allowtostand20–30minutestofirmup,beforeslicingtoserve.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisletsthefreshveggiessing.Anddon’tmisshowlightitis,despiteitscreaminess.
FreshTomatoBasilPieMakes6servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor9”pie1½cupsshreddedmozzarellacheese,divided
5plumor4medium-sizedtomatoes1cuplooselypackedfreshbasilleaves,plusadditionalleavesforgarnish
4clovesgarlic½cupmayonnaise
¼cupgratedParmesancheese⅛tsp.groundwhitepepper
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Sprinkle½cupmozzarellacheeseoverbottomofpiecrust.
3.Cuttomatoesintowedges.Draininsinglelayeronpapertowelsfor10minutes.
4.Arrangetomatowedgesontopofcheeseincrust.
5.Inafoodprocessor,combinebasilandgarlic,processinguntilcoarselychopped.Sprinkleovertomatoes.
6.Inamedium-sizedbowl,combineremainingmozzarella,mayonnaise,Parmesancheese,andpepper.
7.Spooncheesemixtureoverbasilmixture,spreadingtocoverevenly.
8.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofpiecomesoutclean.
9.Uncoverquickly,swoopinglidawayfromyourselfsonowaterfrominsideofliddripsonthepie.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
10.Letstand20–30minutes,oruntilfirm,beforeslicingtoserve.
11.Garnishindividualservingswithfreshbasilleaves.
TomatoGaletteMakes2full-sizeor6appetizer-sizeservings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:round5-or6-quart
9”refrigeratedpiecrust,orafrozenone,oryourfavoritefrom-scratchone½cupricottacheese
¼cupgoatcheese,cubedorcrumbled2tsp.pesto,yourchoiceofflavors
¼lb.slicedtomatoes1egg,slightlybeaten
1.Greaseinteriorofroundslowcookercrock.
2.Rolloutpiedoughonalightlyflouredsurface.
3.Inasmallbowl,mixricottaandgoatcheesestogether.
4.Spreadovercrust,leavinga1½”border.
5.Spreadpestoovercheeses.
6.Arrangetomatoslicesontop.
7.Foldedgesofcrustoverfilling,pleatingasneeded,andleavingcenteruncovered.
8.Brusheggovercrust.
9.Usingawidespatula,liftgaletteupandintocrock.
10.Cover.BakeonHighfor1½–2hours,oruntilpiecrustbrownswellandfirmsup.
11.Uncover,swoopinglidquicklyawayfromyourselftopreventcondensationfrominsideofliddrippingonthegalette.
12.Allowtostandfor15minutes.Thencutintowedgesandserve.
TIPSincethisissoattractivebeforeit’scut,getsomeonetohelpyouliftitoutofthecookeruncut—eachofyouarmedwithabroadandsturdymetalspatula.Haveaplatterreadyandgentlylayitdowntogether!Incase
you’rewondering,lotsofkidslikethisdish!
MushroomQuicheMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor9”or10”pie4Tbsp.(½stick)butter
1onion,chopped½lb.freshmushrooms,sliced1Tbsp.freshparsley,chopped
dashofsaltfreshlygroundblackpepper
3eggs½cuplightcream
1cupgratedcheddarcheese
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Inalargeskillet,sautéonionsandmushroomsgentlyinbutterfor5minutes.
3.Removeskilletfromheatanddrainoffcookingliquid.
4.Stirparsley,salt,andpepperintosautéedveggies.
5.Inlargemixingbowl,beattogethereggsandcream.
6.Stirmushroommixtureintoeggsandcream.Foldincheese.
7.Pourintopiecrust.
8.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofcrustcomesoutclean.
9.Uncoverquickly,swoopinglidawayfromyourselftopreventwaterfrominsideoflidfromdrippingonquiche.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
10.Letstand20–30minutes,oruntilfirminthecenter,beforeslicingandserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Rememberthevegetariansinyourlife,butalsothosewhocan’tgetenoughmushrooms.
ArtichokeParmesanQuicheMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
pastryfor9”pie½cupgratedParmesancheese,plusmoreforgarnish
14-oz.canartichokehearts,drainedandchopped1¼cupsshreddedSwisscheese
3-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened½tsp.nutmeg
⅛tsp.salt1cup+2Tbsp.evaporatedmilk
3eggs
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookerasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Sprinkle½cupParmesancheeseoverpiecrust.
3.Gentlysqueezeliquidfromartichokes,blotthemdryandchopfine.
4.ScatterartichokesoverParmesancheese.
5.ScatterSwisscheeseoverartichokes.
6.Insmallbowl,beattogethercreamcheese,nutmeg,andsalt.
7.Graduallybeatmilkandoneeggatatimeintocreamedmixture.Beatwellafteraddingeachegguntilfrothy.
8.Pouroverquichefilling.
9.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofquichecomesoutclean.
10.Uncoverquickly,swoopinglidawayfromyourselfsonowaterfromtheinsideoftheliddripsonthequiche.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
11.Letstand20–30minutes,oruntilquichefirmsup,beforeslicingtoserve.
12.SprinkleliberallywithParmesancheesebeforeserving.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Okay—aconfession.I’mnotabigartichokefan,butsomanypeopleare,thatIwantedto
offeranotherwaytousethem.Thisissocreamyandcheesy,thattheartichokessettleintothe
mixandthequicheisawonderfulcombinationofflavorsandtextures.Icutthechokesfairlysmall,butifyou’recookingforartichokelovers,keepthepiecesbigenoughsothattheyknowwhatthey’rebitinginto.
BroccoliQuicheMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:20–30minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfor9”pie3eggs
⅔cupchickenorvegetablebroth½cupheavycreamorevaporatedmilk
½tsp.salt¼tsp.Tabasco
¼cupgratedParmesancheese,divided2cupschoppedfreshbroccoli,divided
1cupgratedSwisscheese,divided¼cupslicedscallions,divided
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Beateggswithbroth,cream,salt,andTabascoinabowl.Whenwellmixed,setaside.
3.SprinklehalftheParmesancheeseoverpiecrust.
4.SprinklehalfthechoppedbroccoliovertheParmesancheese.
5.SprinklehalftheSwisscheeseoverthebroccoli.
6.SprinklehalftheslicedscallionsovertheSwisscheese.
7.Repeatlayersofbroccoli,Swisscheese,andscallions.
8.Poureggmixtureoverall.
9.SprinklewithremainingParmesancheese.
10.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilknifeinsertedintocenterofquichecomesoutclean.
11.Uncoverswiftly,swoopinglidawayfromyourselftopreventcondensationfrominsideofliddrippingonquiche.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonbakingracktocool.
12.Letstand20–30minutessoquichecanfirmup,beforeslicingandserving.
Somegreatvariations—Ialmostneverhaveheavycreaminthehouse,butIkeepastockofevaporatedmilkinthepantry.AndIalmostalwayshavefrozenbroccoliinthefreezer,whichImicuntilit’sthawedwhenIwanttomakethis
deeplysatisfyingsupper.Really,thisquichefitssomanyoccasions—brunch,supper,ordinner.Pairitwithafresh-veggiesaladandgoodbread.
AsparagusQuicheMakes4–6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours StandingTime:20–30minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
pastryfora9”pie3cupsfreshasparagus,cutinsmallpieces
2cupsshreddedsharpcheddarcheese1cupmayonnaise2tsp.lemonjuice
1.Takerolledoutpastryandfititintoslowcookercrockasyouwouldlineapieplate,bringingitupthesides1–2”andgentlypushingitintothebottom.
2.Inamixingbowl,gentlycombineasparagus,cheese,mayonnaise,andlemonjuice.
3.Spoonintopiecrust.
4.Cover.BakeonHigh1½–2hours,oruntilquicheisfirmincenter.
5.Swooplidoffquicklysonowaterfromtheinsideoftheliddripsonthequiche.
6.Removecrockfromcookerandplaceonwirebakingracktocool.
7.Allowtostand20–30minutes,oruntilfirmenoughtoslice.
TIPBecauseyoudon’tcooktheasparagusaheadofputtingintothecrock,itretainsitsfreshanddistinctive
flavor.Ifyouwanttheasparagustostandfrontandcenter,useamildercheddarsoitdoesn’tcompeteflavor-wise.
BreakfastTorteMakes8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:3–4hoursIdealslow-cookersize:4-quart
28-oz.pkgs.refrigeratedcrescentrolls4eggs
1lb.cooked,crumbledsausage¾cupshreddedmozzarella
¼cupcrumbledfeta2greenonions,chopped
¾cuphalvedgrapetomatoes½tsp.driedbasil
1.Take1packageofdoughandpressitintobottomofgreasedslowcooker.
2.Sprinklewithsausage,mozzarella,greenonions,tomatoes,andthenfeta.Donotmix.
3.Inabowl,beateggsandbasiltogether.
4.Pourevenlyoverlayersinslowcooker.
5.Takeremainingpackageofdoughandflattenitintotheshapeoftheslowcooker.Layitontopoftortetomakeafinallayer.
6.CoverandcookonHighfor3–4hoursuntildoughispuffyandeggsareset.
TIPVarytheveggiesandmeataccordingtowhatyourfamilylikesandwhatyouhaveonhand.
YeastBreads
DailyBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursRisingTime:1hour Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1½cupswholewheatflour,divided2tsp.instantyeast
1tsp.salt3Tbsp.honey
1Tbsp.oil,plusalittlemoreforthebowl¾cupwarmwater
1½cupsunbleachedall-purposeflour
1.Inmixingbowl,combine1cupwholewheatflour,yeast,salt,honey,oil,andwarmwater.Beatwellfor1minute.
2.Stirinremaining½cupwholewheatflourandgraduallyaddtheall-purposeflouruntilathickdoughisforming.
3.Kneadbyhandfor5minutes.
4.Pouralittleoiloverthedoughandbowl,turningballofdoughtogreaseallsides.Coverwithdampkitchentowelandsetinwarmplacetoriseuntildoubled,about1hour.
5.Oncounterorboard,pressdoughflatwithhandsorrollingpin.Rollupintoloaf,tuckingendsunderandpinchingbottomseamsecurely.
6.Placeloafingreasedloafpan,seam-sidedown.Setpanonmetaltrivetorjarringinslowcooker.
7.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,oruntiltopisfirm,breadispullingawayfromthesidesofthepan,andaninstant-readthermometerinsertedinmiddleofloafregisters200°.
8.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removepanfromcooker.Turnloafoutontowirerackandallowtocoolbeforeslicing.
Agreatvariation—Thisisabasicwholewheatbreadwithexcellentflavor.Youcanincreasetheamountofwholewheatflouranddecreasethewhiteflour,butconsideradding1–2tsp.vitalwheatglutentokeepthebreadlightandwillingtorise.
CrockeryOatmealBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2–3hours StandingTime:30minutesRisingTime:1hour Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
½cuprolledoats1¼cupswholewheatflour,divided
¼cupbrownsugar1½tsp.salt
1Tbsp.butter1cupboilingwater
1½tsp.instantyeast1½cupsunbleachedall-purposeflour,divided
1Tbsp.oil
1.Inamixingbowl,combineoats,¼cupwholewheatflour,brownsugar,salt,butter,andboilingwater.Setasidetocooltoroomtemperature,about30minutes.
2.Stiryeastintolukewarmmixture.Stirinremaining1cupwholewheatflour.
3.Add1cupall-purposeflour.Begintoknead,addingremaining½cupgraduallyasneededtomakedough.Kneadfor5minutes.
4.Pouroiloverdoughandbowl,turningdoughballtogreaseallsides.Coverwithdampkitchentowelandsetinwarmplacetoriseuntildoubled,about1hour.
5.Oncounterorboard,pressdoughflatwithhandsorrollingpin.Rollupintoloaf,tuckingendsunderandpinchingbottomseamsecurely.
6.Placeloafingreasedloafpan.Setpanonmetaltrivetorjarringinslowcooker.
7.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,oruntiltopisfirm,loafispullingawayfromsidesofpan,andinstant-readthermometerinsertedinmiddleofloafregisters200°.
8.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removepanfromcooker.Turnloafoutontowirerackandallowtocoolbeforeslicing.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisbreadiswonderfultoastedforbreakfast.It’salsooneofmyfavoritegiftstotaketo
newneighborsbecausefreshhomemadebreadissuchatreat.
ArtisanBreadintheCrockMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime2–3hours RisingTime:14–26hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
2cupswholewheatflour2cupsunbleachedall-purposeflour
1¼tsp.salt¼tsp.instantyeast
2cupswarmwater,divided3Tbsp.coarsecornmeal,divided
1.Inalargebowlwithatight-fittinglid(oruseplasticwrap)mixflours,salt,andyeast.
2.Add1½cupswater.Mix.Addmorewatergradually,upto2cups,untilawetdoughisformed,likeverythickmud.
3.Covertightlyandsetinadarkplaceatroomtemperatureforatleast12hoursandnotmorethan24hours.
4.Greasealargesquareofparchmentpaperandplaceinslowcooker.Sprinklewith2Tbsp.cornmeal.
5.Pourandprodthedoughoutofthebowlontothecornmeal-sprinkledparchmentinthecooker.
6.Sprinklewithremaining1Tbsp.cornmeal.
7.Coverandallowtorestfor2–3hours.
8.TurnslowcookerontoHighandbakefor2–3hours,untiltopisfirmandinstant-readthermometerinsertedinmiddleofloafregisters200°.
9.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,liftparchmentwithloafoutofslowcooker.Setonwireracktocoolbeforeslicing.
Somegreatvariations—Youcanexperimentwithaddingolives,driedtomatoes,orherbsbeforeplacingintheslowcooker.
TIPThelongrisereplacesthekneadingandthesmallpinchofyeastgivestheloafalessyeastytaste,that
“artisan”flavorandholesthatIlove.Usingtheslowcookermeansthattheloafwillbeabitflatterthanonebakedinatraditionaloven,butIamtotallywillingtotradethatfortheconvenience.
DarkRyeBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursRisingTime:1hour Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1Tbsp.instantyeast2Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder
1tsp.carawayseeds2Tbsp.blackstrapmolasses
1Tbsp.sugar½tsp.salt
1Tbsp.oil,plusmoreforbowl1cupwater
2cupsall-purposeunbleachedflour,+1Tbsp.,optional,forsprinkling1½cupswhole-grainryeflour
1.Inmixingbowl,combineyeast,cocoapowder,carawayseeds,molasses,sugar,salt,oil,water,andall-purposeflour.Beatfor1minute.
2.Addryeflourgradually,firststirringandthenusinghandstomakeastiffdough.
3.Kneadfor5minutes.
4.Pouroiloverdoughandbowl,turningdoughballtogreaseallsides.Coverwithdampkitchentowelandsetinwarmplacetoriseuntildoubled,about1hour.
5.Oncounterorboard,pressdoughflatwithhands.Tuckedgesundertoformaroundoroblongloaf.
6.Placeloafincenteroflargesquareofparchmentpaperandgentlyliftitintotheslowcooker.
7.Withasharpknife,slashanXintheloafabout½”deep.Sprinklewith1Tbsp.flourifyouwish.
8.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untiltopisfirmandinstant-readthermometerinsertedinmiddleofloafregisters200°.TheXwillhavedramaticallyopeneduptomakearustic-lookingloaf.
9.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removepaperwithloaffromcooker.Setonwirerackandallowtocoolbeforeslicing.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—DarkryebreadmakesexcellentgrilledReubensandwiches.ItalsoisniceaspartofSunday
supperlikeIrememberfromavisittoGermany:aplatterofslicedmeatandcheese,some
pickles,andbreadformakingopen-facedsandwiches.
EnglishMuffinLoafMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursRisingTime:1hour Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
2½cupsunbleachedall-purposeflour,divided1Tbsp.instantyeast
1Tbsp.sugar1tsp.salt
¼tsp.bakingsoda1cupwarmmilk
1Tbsp.coarsecornmeal
1.Inamixingbowl,combine1cupflour,yeast,sugar,salt,bakingsoda,andwarmmilk.
2.Beatwithelectricmixerfor3minutes,scrapingbowloccasionally.
3.Stirinremaining1½cupsflourtomakeastiffbatter.
4.Greaseloafpan.Sprinklewithcornmeal.
5.Pourbatterinpreparedpan.Coverwithkitchentowelandsetasidefor1hourtorise.
6.Placerisenloafonmetaltrivetorjarringinslowcooker.
7.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untilloafisfirmontopandinstant-readthermometerinsertedinmiddleofloafregisters200°.
8.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removepanfromcooker.Turnloafoutontowirerackandallowtocoolbeforeslicing.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisagreatstartingrecipeforbeginningbreadbakersbecausethemixerdoesthe
kneading.Itreatslicesofthisbreadjustlikestore-boughtEnglishmuffins.
TomatoHerbBreadMakesone9”loaf
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursRisingTime:1hour Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
¾cuppeeled,choppedtomatoes(cannedarefine)1tsp.drieddillweed
½tsp.driedbasil¼tsp.driedoregano
1tsp.salt1Tbsp.honey
1Tbsp.meltedbutter2tsp.instantyeast
2½cupsunbleachedall-purposeflouralittleoilforthebowl
1.Infoodprocessororblender,pureetomatoes,dill,basil,oregano,salt,honey,and1Tbsp.butter.
2.Pourmixtureintomixingbowl.Addyeast.Stir.
3.Graduallyaddflour,stirringandthenkneadingbyhandtoformasmoothdough.
4.Kneadfor5minutes.Pouralittleoilondoughandbowl,turningballofdoughtogreaseallsides.
5.Coverwithadampkitchentowelandsetasideinawarmspottorisefor1houroruntildoubled.
6.Oncounterorboard,pressdoughflatwithhandsorrollingpin.Rollupintoloaf,tuckingendsunderandpinchingbottomseamsecurely.
7.Placeloafingreasedloafpan.Setpanonmetaltrivetorjarringinslowcooker.
8.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,oruntiltopisfirm,loafispullingawayfromsidesofpan,andinstant-readthermometerinsertedinmiddleofloafregisters200°.
9.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removepanfromcooker.Turnloafoutontowirerackandallowtocoolbeforeslicing.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisismyhands-downfavoritebreadtouseingrilledcheesesandwiches.Oneofmy
friendsusesitfortomato,basil,andmozzarellagrilledcheesesandwichesinthesummer.Andthisisdefinitelyasummer-friendlyrecipesincetheslowcookerwon’theatupthehouseliketheovenwould!
ZucchiniSandwichBunsMakes12rolls
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursRisingTime:1hour Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1½cupsshreddedzucchini⅓cupwarmwater⅓cupwarmmilk
3Tbsp.oil2Tbsp.instantyeast
⅓cupsugar2tsp.salt
1cupwholewheatflour3cupsunbleachedall-purposeflour,divided
1.Inamixingbowl,combinezucchini,water,milk,oil,yeast,sugar,salt,andwholewheatflour.Donotpouroffanyliquidfromzucchini.
2.Addunbleachedflouracupatatime,stirringuntilsoftdoughforms.
3.Knead5minutes.Thedoughwillbesticky,butpersevere!
4.Pouralittleoilondoughandbowl,turningdoughballtogreaseit.Coverwithdampkitchentowelandsetasidetoriseuntildoubled,about1hour.
5.Dividedoughinto12pieces.Pressandrollthemintoballs.
6.Greasealargesquareofparchmentpaperandtuckitintotheslowcooker.
7.Placerollsinsideslowcooker.
8.CoverandcookonHighfor1½–3hours,checkingat1½hoursbygentlypullingaparttworollsinthemiddleandcheckingtomakesuretheyarenotdoughyyet.
9.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,liftparchmentwithrollsoutofcooker.Setitonwireracktocool.
TIPSeparaterollsandkeeptightlycoveredatroomtemperaturefor2days,orwraptightlyandfreeze.Theyare
excellentforhamburgers,sloppyjoes,orsandwiches.
Granny’sPotatoRollsMakes8servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:1½–2½hoursRisingTime:1½hours Idealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1smallpotato,tomake½cupmashedpotato1cupwarmmilk
4Tbsp.(½stick)butter,roomtemperature⅓cupsugar
1cupwholewheatflour1Tbsp.instantyeast
1tsp.salt1egg,beaten
3cupsunbleachedall-purposeflour,divided
1.Peelthepotatoanddice.Cookinmicrowaveorinsaucepanonstovetopwith2–3Tbsp.wateruntilsoft.Beatandmashwelltomakeverysmoothmashedpotato.
2.Combinewarmmashedpotatowithmilk,butter,sugar,wholewheatflour,andyeast.Coverwithkitchentowelandsetasidefor30minutes.
3.Stirinsalt,egg,and1cupall-purposeflour.Graduallyaddupto2cupsmoreofunbleachedflour,stirringtomakesoftdough.
4.Kneaddoughfor3–5minutes.Itwillbestickyandsoft,butthatwillmaketenderrolls,sobepatient!
5.Pouralittleoilondoughandbowl,turningballofdoughuntilallsidesaregreased.Coverwithdampkitchentowelandsetasidetoriseuntildouble,about1hour.
6.Dividedoughinto8–10pieces.Shapeintoballs.
7.Greasealargesquareofparchmentandtuckitintoslowcooker.Spacerollsevenlyonparchmentincooker.
8.CoverandcookonHighfor1½–2½hours,checkingtoseeifrollsaredonebypullingaparttwointhecentertomakesuretheyarenotdoughyyet.
9.Wearingovenglovestoprotectyourknuckles,removeparchmentwithrollsfromslowcooker.Setonwireracktocool.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisrecipeiscourtesyofmyfriend,whosegrandmotherusedthisdoughtomakelotsof
varietiesofsweettreats.Ijuststickwiththesedinnerrollsbecausetheyaresogoodand
simple.
Pizzas
Deep-DishPepperoniPizzaMakes4servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2½hoursRisingTime:about1hour Idealslow-cookersize:6–quart
½cupunbleachedall-purposeflour½cupwholewheatbreadflour
½tsp.instantyeast½tsp.salt
2Tbsp.oliveoil,divided⅓cupwarmwater
½cupthickpizzasauce1cupshreddedmozzarellacheese3oz.slicedpepperoni,ortotaste
½tsp.driedbasil
1.Inamediummixingbowl,combineflours,yeast,salt,1Tbsp.oliveoil,andwater.Stirtoformashaggydough.
2.Kneadforseveralminutesuntilastiffdoughforms.Kneadintoaball.
3.Pourinremaining1Tbsp.oliveoilandgreasetheballandthebowl.Coverwithaclothandsetasideinawarmplaceforapproximately1hour.
4.After1hour,greaseslowcooker.
5.Removeballofdoughtocounter.Rolloutwitharollingpinintoalargeovalthatislargerbyafewinchesthanslowcooker.
6.Liftthedoughintotheslowcookerandgentlypullitandshapeitsothatthedoughlinesthecrockandcomesup2–3”onthesides.
7.Cookfor1½hoursonHigh,uncovered.Doughshouldbefirmandgettingbrownatedges.
8.Spreadpizzasauceonthefloorofthedough.Sprinklewithcheese.Layeronpepperoni.Sprinklewithbasil.
9.CookanadditionalhouronHigh,withlidplacedbackoncookerandventedwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstickatoneend.Toppingsshouldbehotthroughandthecheesemelted.
TIPUsealargespatulatocoaxthepizzaoutofthecookerontoaplatter,thencutitintoslices.Oruseaplasticor
siliconeknifetoslicethepizzadirectlyintheslowcookerandliftouttheslicesonebyone.
ArtisanPizzaintheCrockMakes2–4servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:2½hoursRisingTime:6–8hours Idealslow-cookersize:6quart
1cupunbleachedwhitebreadflour⅛tsp.instantyeast
¼tsp.salt⅓cupwater
1–2Tbsp.coarsecornmeal⅓cupthickpizzasaucehandfulspinachleaves
4oz.slicedsmokedGouda2garliccloves,chopped
1.Inabowlwithalid,mixflour,yeast,salt,andwater.Thedoughshouldbeshaggyandonthedryside.Coverbowltightlyandsetasideinawarmplacefor6–8hours.
2.Lightlygreaseslowcooker.Sprinklebottomofslowcookerwithcornmealtohelppreventsticking.
3.Takeballofdoughinhandandstretchitgentlytoformaroughoval,slightlylargerthantheflooroftheslowcooker.Thedoughwillbestickyandyoucanflouritlightlyforeasierhandling.
4.Placestretcheddoughincrocksothatitcomesupthesides1”.
5.Withthelidoff,cookthecrustonHighfor1½hours,untilcrustisfirmandbrowningatedges.
6.Smooththepizzasauceoverthefloorofthecrust.Spreadspinachleavesoverthesauceinanevenlayer,toppingwithalayerofGoudaslices.Sprinklewithchoppedgarlic.
7.Placethelidonthecookerwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstickventingitatoneend.
8.Cookforanhour,untilspinachleavesarewiltedandcheeseismelted.
9.Slipawidespatulaunderthepizzaandremoveittoacuttingboardtoslice.
TIPThelongriseofthisdoughtakestheplaceofkneadingandthetinybitofyeastmakesittastemorelike
pizzeriadough.Ifyoumisjudgedyourtime,simplypopthecoveredbowlofdoughinthefridgeafteritslongrise.Itcankeepforupto3days—justbringittoroomtemperatureagainbeforetryingtostretchitintoan
oval.
Cheese-StuffedPizzaMakes6servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:4hours StandingTime:20minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
11-or13-oz.pkg.refrigeratedpizzadough1½cupsshreddedmozzarella,divided
½cupthickpizzasauce1cuporlessfavoritepizzatoppingssuchaschoppedveggiesorcookedmeat
1.Dividedoughinhalf.Rolland/orstretcheachpieceofdoughintoanovaltomatchthesizeofthebottomofthecrock.
2.Place1doughovalingreasedslowcooker,pushingandstretchingitouttotheedges.Sprinklewith½cupmozzarella.
3.Placetheotherdoughovalontopofthecheese,stretchingittotheedgesofthecrock.
4.Cook,uncovered,for1houronHigh.Doughshouldbepuffyandgettingbrownatedges.
5.Spreadpizzasauceontop.Sprinklewithremaining1cupcheeseandanytoppingsyouwish.
6.Placelidoncookerwithchopstickorwoodenspoonhandleventingitatoneend.
7.CookonHighforanadditionalhour,untiltoppingsareheatedthrough.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Kidsareespeciallyfondofthischeesygoodness!
WhitePizzaintheCrockMakes4servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
½cup+1Tbsp.unbleachedall-purposeflour,divided½cupwholewheatbreadflour
½tsp.instantyeast½tsp.salt
2Tbsp.oliveoil,divided⅓cupwarmwater
⅔cupcottagecheese1garlicclove
2Tbsp.gratedParmesancheese1cuploosefreshspinachleaves2Tbsp.choppedolivesofchoice
1tsp.driedbasil
1.Inamediummixingbowl,combine½cupall-purposeflour,wholewheatflour,yeast,salt,1Tbsp.oliveoil,andwater.Stirtoformashaggydough.
2.Kneadforseveralminutesuntilastiffdoughforms.Kneadintoaball.
3.Pourinremaining1Tbsp.oliveoilandgreasetheballandthebowl.Coverwithadampclothandsetasideinawarmplaceforapproximately1hour.
4.Makethewhitesauce.Placecottagecheese,garlicclove,Parmesan,and1Tbsp.all-purposeflourinfoodprocessororblender.Processuntilsmooth.Setaside.
5.Placeballofdoughoncounter.Rolloutwitharollingpinintoalargeovalthatislargerbyafewinchesthanslowcooker.
6.Liftthedoughintogreasedslowcookerandgentlypullitandshapeitsothatthedoughlinesthecrockandcomesup2–3”onthesides.
7.Cookfor2hoursonHigh,uncovered.Doughshouldbefirmandgettingbrownatedges.
8.Spreadspinachleavesevenlyoverdough.Dollopandspreadwhitesauceoverspinachleaves.Sprinklewithchoppedolivesandbasil.
9.Covercookerwithlidandventlidatoneendwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
10.CookanadditionalhouronHigh,untilspinachiswiltedandtoppingsareheatedthrough.
Agreatvariation—Slipsomesundriedtomatoslicesinwiththefilling,ortopwiththinlyslicedfreshtomatoes.IlovetheeaseofthiswhitesaucebecauseIdon’thavetocookanythingaheadoftime,justwhizitupinablenderorfoodprocessor!
BuffaloChickenStromboliMakes4–6servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime2–3hours StandingTime:5hoursorovernightIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1ballfrozenpizzadough,about15oz.2cupscooked,shreddedchicken
2greenonions,sliced1cupshreddedmozzarellacheese
⅓cupshreddedsharpcheddarcheese½cupranchdressing
3Tbsp.Frank’sRedHot®Saucefewdropsliquidsmoke,optional
1.Thawpizzadoughperpackagedirections,usuallyabout5hoursatroomtemperatureorovernightinthefridge.
2.Greasebottomofslowcookercrock.TurnonHighandsetasidetopreheatwhileyouassemblethestromboli.
3.Onalightlyflouredsurface,rolldoughoutintorectangle,approximately8”x12”.
4.Sprinkleandspreadchicken,onions,andbothcheesesevenlyoverthedough,leavinga1”borderonallsides.
5.Inasmallbowl,mixranchdressing,RedHot®Sauce,andoptionalliquidsmoke.
6.Drizzleevenlyoverlayersondough.
7.Gentlytugoneshortsideofthedoughovertomeettheothershortside,nudgingthestromboliontoitssideasneeded,encasingthefilling.Pinchseamwelltoseal.
8.Easethestromboliintothemiddleofalargesquareofparchmentpaperwiththeseamsidedown.
9.Pickuptheparchmentlikeaslingwiththestromboliinthemiddleandplaceitinthehotslowcooker.
10.CoverandcookonHighfor2–3hours,untildoughisfirmandbrownedatedges,andfillingisoozyandhot.
11.Liftstromboliout,usingparchmentasasling.Sliceandserve,orelseplacestrombolionbakingsheetandrunitunderthebroilerforafewminutes(watchclosely!)togetbrownandbubblyontop.
TIP
Ifyoukeepthesameproportions(2cupsfilling,½–⅔cupsauce,1⅓cupscheese),youcanplayaroundwithdifferentflavorcombinations.Changeitupaccordingtowhatyouhaveonhandandwhatyourfamilylikes.
Agreatvariation—Ifyoudon’thaveFrank’sRedHot®Sauce,useatablespoonortwoofthehotsauceyoudohave,addingwhitevinegarandabitofmincedgarlictomakeup3tablespoons.
Crazy-CrustPizzaMakes4servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1⅓cupsall-purposeflour½tsp.salt
1tsp.Italianherbseasoning2eggs
⅔cupmilk½cupthickpizzasauce
1cupshreddedmozzarella½cupfavoritepizzatoppings
1.Greaseslowcooker.TurnonHightopreheatwhileyoumixupthebatter.
2.Inamixingbowl,mixflour,salt,Italianherbseasoning,egg,andmilkuntilsmooth.
3.Pourintoheated,greasedcooker.Putlidon,withonesideventedwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
4.CookonHighfor1hour,untilcrustissetandstartingtobrownatedges.
5.Spreadpizzasauceovercrust.Sprinklewithmozzarellaandanytoppingsyouwish.
6.Placelidoncooker,ventingitagain.
7.CookanadditionalhouronHigh,untiltoppingsareheatedthrough.
Somegreatvariations—Ihavegoodsuccesswithusingoddsandendsfrommyfridgeaspizzatoppings.Recently,Iusedabout2cupsbroccolifloretsand½cupchoppedredonion.Imicrowavedthemjustabittotakeofftherawedge,thenIsprinkledthemoverthepizzasaucewithsomechoppedcilantroandsomeleftoverporkmarsala.ThenIsprinkledthemozzarellaoverall.Delicious!
TIPMaysubstitutewholewheatflourfortheall-purposeflour.
ZucchiniCrustPizzaMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:4–5hoursIdealslow-cookersize:4-quart
2½cupspacked,gratedzucchini2eggs
⅓cupall-purposeflour1cupshreddedmozzarella,divided
¼cupfreshlygratedParmesan¼tsp.driedbasil
¼tsp.driedmarjoramfreshlygroundpepper,totaste
½cupthickpizzasauce¼cupchoppedgreenolives¼cupchoppedmushrooms
2clovesgarlic,chopped
1.Inamixingbowl,combinezucchini,eggs,flour,½cupmozzarella,Parmesan,basil,marjoram,andpepper.
2.Pourmixtureintogreasedslowcooker.Smoothtop.
3.CoverandcookonLowfor3–4hours,untilset.
4.Smoothpizzasauceontopofbakedcrust.Addolives,mushrooms,andgarlic.
5.Withlidoff,cookanadditional30–60minutesonLowuntiltoppingsarehotandanymoisturehasevaporatedatsides.
TIPVarytoppingsaccordingtowhatyoulikeonyourpizzas.Ilovethisrecipeforusingupzucchiniinthe
summer,althoughit’spossibletousefrozenshreddedzucchini,too.
PolishPizzaMakes4servings
Prep.Time:30minutes CookingTime:3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
1Tbsp.butter3cupsshredded,unpeeledpotatoes
½cupfinelydicedonion3Tbsp.spicybrownmustard
16-oz.bagsauerkraut,drainedwell13-oz.ringkielbasa,sliced
¾cupshreddedSwisscheese
1.GreasecrockwithbutterandturnslowcookeronHightopreheat.
2.Placepotatoesandonioninakitchentowelorcloththatcangetstained.Squeezefirmlytopressoutasmuchliquidaspossiblefrompotatoesandonions.Discardliquid.
3.Sprinkleonionandpotatoesintocooker.Cover,butventthelidatoneendwithawoodenspoonhandleorchopstick.
4.CookonHighfor1½hours.Thepotatoesandonionsshouldbegettingbrownedatedges.
5.Gentlyspreadmustardoverpotatocrust.Sprinklewithsauerkrautandarrangekielbasaslicesontop.Sprinklecheeseoverall.
6.CookonHighforanother1½hours,againwithlidventedatoneend.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Thisisahearty“pizza”thatIliketomakeoncold,snowydays.Itisamealinitself.
Granolas
NewGuineaGranolaMakes8servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
3cupsdryquickoats3cupsdryrolledoats
½cupdryoatbran½cupmilkpowder
⅔cuphoney⅔cupvegetableoil
1tsp.vanillacinnamon
¾cupsliveredalmonds½cupsunflowerseeds
¾cupCraisins®orraisins
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Mixallingredientswellincrockexceptcinnamon,almonds,seeds,andCraisins®.Stirupfrombottomtomakesureeverythinggetsincorporated.
3.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
4.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
5.SwitchthecookertoLow.Stirinalmonds,sunflowerseedsandCraisins®.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
6.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
7.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
8.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostiritwhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
9.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Ourdaughtersclaimthisisamongthebestgranolasthey’veevereaten.It’sgotan
interestinghistory—itcamefromtheiraunt,whogotitfromhersister,whoshethinkslearned
tomakeitwhiletravelinginAsia.Everyonealongthewayhasadjustedtherecipeandmadeittheirown,ofcourse,whichyou’reexpectedtodo,too!
Ellen’sGranolaMakes12servings
Prep.Time:20minutes Cookingtime:1½–2½hours ChillingTime:1–1½hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-or7-quart
1cupvegetableoil1cuphoney
8cupsdryrolledoats1cupwheatgerm
1cuppowderedmilk1cupshreddedunsweetenedcoconut
½cupsoyaflour1cupsunflowerseeds
1cupchoppednuts,yourfavorite¼cupsesameseeds
1cuppumpkinseeds½tsp.salt
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Combineoilandhoneyinamicrowave-safebowl.Heatfor1minuteonHigh.Stiruntilwellblended.
3.Combineallotheringredientsinabigbowl.Stirtogetherwell.
4.Pouroil/honeymixtureoverdries,mixingthoroughly.Stirupfrombottomtomakesureeverythinggetsincorporated.
5.Poureverythingintotheslowcookercrock.
6.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
7.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
8.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
9.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
10.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
11.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostiritwhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
12.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
TIPHere’showEllen’shusband,Keith,likestoeatEllen’sGranola:1.Fillalargesoupbowl⅓fullofthegranola.2.Add2–3largedollopsofyogurt.3.Scooponageneroustoppingofapplesauce.4.Addalittlehoneyifyouwantitsweeter,oradashofmolassesifyou’refeelingabitanemic(iron,youknow).5.Addmilkandgently
mixuntilit’stherightconsistency.6.SometimesIskipthemilkifI’minthemoodforcrunchygranola.
ChocolateBuckwheatGranolaMakes6–7servings
Prep.Time:20–25minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
3cupsdryrolledoats½cupwheatgerm,toastedornot
1cupbuckwheatgroats(theseareuncooked,shelledbuckwheat;theylooklikelittletriangularnubbins)
1cupshreddedsweetenedcoconut1cuphazelnutsorotherunsaltednutsthatyouhaveonhand
¼cupsesameseeds⅓cuphoney
⅓cupvegetableoil½tsp.salt
¼cupdarkbrownsugar½cupunsweetenedcocoapowder
1tsp.vanilla
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,stirtogetherrolledoats,wheatgerm,buckwheatgroats,coconut,hazelnuts,andsesameseeds.
3.Inamicrowave-safebowl,orinasmallsaucepan,warmtogetherhoney,oil,salt,brownsugar,cocoapowder,andvanilla.Stiruntilsmooth.
4.Pourwetingredientsoverdry,mixingupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesuntilwellcombined.
5.Pourintoslowcookercrock.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
6.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
7.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
8.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
9.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostirfurtheritwhileitcools.Otherwise,continuetobreakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
10.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Welikethistoppedwithberriesandplainyogurt.Sometimeswesprinkleonsome
chocolatechips!
PecanGranolaMakes6–8servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours ChillingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
6cupsdryoats,quickorrolled¾cupwheatgerm½cupmilkpowder
½cupbrownsugar,packed½cupunsweetenedshreddedcoconut,optional
¼cupsesameseeds,optional1cupchoppedpecans
½cup+2Tbsp.vegetableoil½cup+2Tbsp.honey
2Tbsp.water1½tsp.vanilla
1cupraisins
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixtogetheralldryingredients—oats,wheatgerm,milkpowder,brownsugar,coconut,andsesameseedsifyouwish,andpecans.
3.Inaseparatebowl,combineoil,honey,water,andvanillawell.
4.Pourwetingredientsoverdry.Stirwell,rememberingtostirupfromthebottom,usingeitherastrongspoonoryourcleanhands.
5.Pourmixtureintocrock.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
6.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
7.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
8.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
9.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
10.Stirinraisins.
11.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostirfurthergranolawhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
12.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
Agreatvariation—IfyoulovepecansasmuchasIdo,itdoesn’thurttodroptheraisinsanddoubletheamountofpecansinthisrecipe!
SunflowerGranolaMakes8–10servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
2cupsbrownsugar,packed6cupsdryoats,quickorrolled
2cupswheatflour1cupwheatgerm
2cupsunsweetenedshreddedcoconut1½cupssunflowerseeds
1cupcookingoil1cupwater
2Tbsp.vanilla1tsp.salt
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inalargebowl,combinebrownsugar,dryoats,wheatflour,wheatgerm,coconut,andsunflowerseeds.
3.Whenwellmixed,stirinoil,water,vanilla,andsalt.Stirwell,rememberingtostirupfromthebottom,usingeitherastrongspoonoryourcleanhands.
4.Pourmixtureintocrock.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
5.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
6.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
7.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
8.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
9.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostiritwhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
10.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
TIPBakelongerforcrunchiercereal.Thenletitcoolcompletelyforoptimumcrunch.
PeanutButterGranolaSurpriseMakes9servings
Prep.Time:15minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:30–60minutesIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
8Tbsp.(1stick)butter,cutinchunks½cupapplejuiceconcentrate,thawed1cuppeanutbutter,smoothorchunky
¾cupbrownsugar,packed6cupsdryoats,quickorrolled
1.Putbutter,applejuiceconcentrate,peanutbutter,andbrownsugarinamicrowave-safebowl.
2.MiconHighfor45seconds.Stir.Continuecookingfor30-secondintervals,stirringinbetween,untilmixturemeltstogether.
3.Putoatsinlargebowlandpourmeltedmixtureovertop.Stirwell,includingupfromthebottom,untilalloatsarecoveredwell.Oruseyourhandstomix.
4.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.Pourinoatsmixture.
5.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
6.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
7.SwitchthecookertoLowandbakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
8.Whengranolahaseventuallybrownedabitandlooksdry,pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
9.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostiritwhileitcools.Otherwise,breakitupwithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
10.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
Somegreatvariations—1.Stirin½cupraisinsand½cupsunflowerseedsasthegranolacoolsinStep9.2.Serveitwithmilkoryogurtforbreakfast.Orserveitovericecreamasasnackordessert.
LotsaGoodGranolaMakes9–10servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
7cupsdryrolledoats2½cupswholewheatflour
½cupsesameseeds1cupshreddedunsweetenedcoconut
½cupchoppedalmonds1cupwheatgerm¾cupcookingoil
1tsp.salt½cupbrownsugar,packed
½cuphoney½cupwater
1½tsp.vanilla1½tsp.mapleflavoring
1cupchoppeddates1cupraisins
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Combineoats,flour,sesameseeds,coconut,almonds,andwheatgerminalargebowl.
3.Inablenderorfoodprocessor,combineoil,salt,brownsugar,honey,water,vanilla,andmapleflavoring.Processuntilmixtureturnstoliquid.
4.Pourliquidoverdrymixture.Adddatesandraisins.
5.Stirwell,rememberingtostirupfromthebottom,usingeitherastrongspoonoryourcleanhands.
6.Pourmixtureintocrock.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
7.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
8.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
9.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
10.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
11.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostiritwhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
12.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
Somegreatvariations—There’sroomforvariationshere.Youcanswapinanotherkindofnut.Youcanusechoppedfigsinsteadofdates.AndCraisins®ordriedplumsfortheraisins.
AppleGranolaMakes6servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2hours Chillingtime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
9cupsunpeeled,slicedapples1½tsp.cinnamon
1½cupsdryrolledoats1½cupswheatgerm
1½cupswholewheatflour1½cupssunflowerseeds
1⅓cupswater¾cuphoney
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Useyourfoodprocessortoslicetheapples.Placeslicesincrock.
3.Sprinkleapplesliceswithcinnamon,andthenstirtogethergently.
4.Inagood-sizedbowl,stirtogetherdryoats,wheatgerm,wholewheatflour,andsunflowerseeds.
5.Whendryingredientsarewellmixed,pourinwaterandhoney.Usingasturdyspoonoryourcleanhands,mixthoroughlyuntilwetingredientsaredampthroughout.
6.Spoonoverapples.
7.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
7.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
8.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
9.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
10.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
11.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostirfurthergranolawhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
12.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Ifyoucan’twaittoeatuntilthegranolaiscooled,helpyourselftoabowlwhileit’sstill
warmandtopitwithmilkoryogurt.
FallFruitsGranolaMakes6–7servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:1–2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:5-or6-quart
½cuphoney⅔cupapplesauce
3½cupsdryrolledoats½cupwheatgerm
½cuppowderedmilk1Tbsp.pumpkinpiespice
½cupshreddedunsweetenedcoconut¼cupsoyaflour
½cupsunflowerseeds½cupchoppednuts,yourfavorite
¼cupsesameseeds½cuppumpkinseeds
¼tsp.salt
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inamicrowave-safebowl,orinasmallsaucepan,warmhoneyandapplesaucetogetheruntilyoucaneasilyblendthem.Setaside.
3.Inagood-sizedbowl,mixttogetheroats,wheatgermpowderedmilk,pumpkinpiespice,coconut,flour,sunflowerseeds,choppednuts,sesameseeds,pumpkinseeds,andsalt.
4.Pourwetingredientsoverdryandcombinewell.Mixupfromthebottomandstirinfromthesides.
5.Pourmixtureintoslowcookercrock.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
6.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
7.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
8.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
9.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostirfurtheritwhileitcools.Otherwise,continuetobreakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
10.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—I’matexturenut,soIcan’tletthiscombinationofseeds,nuts,andcoconutalone.Plusit
keepsmesatisfiedbetweenbreakfastandlunch.Funnywhatatablespoonofpumpkinpiespicedoestomakeyouthinkholidays!
FruityGranolaMakes7hours
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:2–3hoursIdealslow-cookersize:4-or5-quart
4cupsrolleddryoats2cupspuffedricecereal
½cupshreddedsweetenedcoconut½cupoatbran
¼cupslicedalmonds,toasted¾cuppineapplejuice
½cupapplejuice½cuphoney
⅓cupdriedblueberries
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Inagoodsizedbowl,stirtogetherdryoats,ricecereal,coconut,oatbran,andtoastedslicedalmonds.
3.Placepineappleandapplejuicesinasmallsaucepan.Heattoaboil,andthensimmeruntilreducedto⅔cup.Watchcarefullysoitdoesn’tcookdry.
4.Stirhoneyintoreducedjuices.
5.Pouroverdryingredients,stirringuntilwellcombined.
6.Pourmixtureintocrock.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
7.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
8.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
9.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
10.Stirindriedblueberrieswhenit’salmostcooltoroomtemperature.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostirfurtheritwhileitcools.Otherwise,continuetobreakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
11.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—
Youseewhat’shappeninghere,right?You’veusedfruitjuicesinsteadofoilinthislightandfruitycombination!
KeepItLowfatGranolaMakes5–6servings
Prep.Time:15–20minutes CookingTime:2–3hours ChillingTime:1hourIdealslow-cookersize:5-quart
2eggs1Tbsp.+1tsp.bakingpowder
2cupsskimmilk2cupsbrownsugar,packed
4cupsdryoats,quickorrolled1cupdrybran,wheatoroat
1½cupscornmeal1tsp.salt
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Mixallingredientstogetherincrock,stirringupfromthebottomwitheitherasturdyspoonoryourcleanhands.
3.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
4.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
5.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
6.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
7.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
8.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostiritwhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
9.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
WhyIlikethisrecipe—Theeggsaddadifferentconsistencytothisgranola—plusalsoprotein.Andthecornmeal
bringsitsownflavor.Topyourbowlwithchoppedfreshfruitorberries.
Soy-FlaxGranolaMakes10servings
Prep.Time:20minutes CookingTime:1½–2½hours ChillingTime:2hoursIdealslow-cookersize:6-quart
12oz.soybeans,roastedwithnosalt4cupsdryrolledoats
¾cupsoyflour¾cupgroundflaxseed
1¼cupsbrownsugar1tsp.salt
2tsp.cinnamon⅔cupcoarselychoppedwalnuts
⅔cupwholepecans½cupvegetableoil¾cupapplesauce
2tsp.vanilladriedcranberries,driedcherries,choppeddriedapricots,choppeddriedfigs,raisins,orsome
combinationofthesedriedfruitsoptional
1.Greaseinteriorofslowcookercrock.
2.Brieflyprocesssoybeansinablenderorfoodprocessoruntilcoarselychopped.Placeinlargebowl.
3.Addoats,flour,flaxseed,brownsugar,salt,cinnamon,walnuts,andpecans.Mixthoroughlywithspoon,breakingupanybrownsugarlumps.
4.Inasmallerbowl,combineoil,applesauce,andvanillawell.
5.Pourwetingredientsoverdry.Stirwell,rememberingtostirupfromthebottom,usingeitherastrongspoonoryourcleanhands.
6.Pourmixtureintocrock.Cover,butventthelidbyproppingitopenwithachopstickorwoodenspoonhandle.Orifyou’reusinganovalcooker,turnthelidsideways.
7.CookonHighfor1hour,stirringupfromthebottomandaroundthesidesevery20minutesorso.(Setatimersoyoudon’tforget!)
8.SwitchthecookertoLow.Bakeanother1–2hours,stillstirringevery20minutesorso.
9.Granolaisdonewheniteventuallybrownsabitandlooksdry.
10.Pourgranolaontoparchmentoralargebakingsheettocoolandcrispupmore.
11.Stirinanyofthedriedfruitsthatyouwant.
12.Ifyoulikeclumps,noneedtostirfurthergranolawhileitcools.Otherwise,breakupthegranolawithaspoonoryourhandsasitcools.
13.Whencompletelycooled,storeinairtightcontainer.
TIP1.Youcanbeflexiblewiththisgranola’sdryingredients.Justkeepthedry/wetproportionssimilar.2.We
lovetoeatthistoppedwithyogurtandfreshfruit.It’skindoflikedessertforbreakfast.
MetricEquivalentMeasurementsIfyou’reaccustomedtousingmetricmeasurements,Idon’twantyoutobeinconveniencedbythe
imperialmeasurementsIuseinthisbook.Usethishandychart,too,tofigureoutthesizeoftheslowcookeryou’llneedforeachrecipe.
Weight(DryIngredients)
1oz 30g
4oz ¼lb 120g
8oz ½lb 240g
12oz ¾lb 360g
16oz 1lb 480g
32oz 2lbs 960g
SlowCookerSizes
1-quart 0.96l
2-quart 1.92l
3-quart 2.88l
4-quart 3.84l
5-quart 4.80l
6-quart 5.76l
7-quart 6.72l
8-quart 7.68l
Volume(LiquidIngredients)
½tsp. 2ml
1tsp. 5ml
1Tbsp. ½floz 15ml
2Tbsp. 1floz 30ml
¼cup 2floz 60ml
⅓cup 3floz 80ml
½cup 4floz 120ml
⅔cup 5floz 160ml
¾cup 6floz 180ml
1cup 8floz 240ml
1pt 16floz 480ml
1qt 32floz 960ml
Length
¼in 6mm
½in 13mm
¾in 19mm
1in 25mm
6in 15cm
12in 30cm
SubstituteIngredientsforWhenYou’reinaPinch—Foronecupbuttermilk—use1cupplainyogurt,orpour1⅓Tbsp.lemonjuiceorvinegarintoa1-cup
measure.Fillthecupwithmilk.Stirandletstandfor5minutes.Stiragainbeforeusing.
For1oz.unsweetenedbakingchocolate—stirtogether3Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowderand1Tbsp.butter,softened.
For1Tbsp.cornstarch—use2Tbsp.all-purposeflour,or4tsp.minutetapioca.
For1cupsourmilk—use1cupplainyogurt,orpour1Tbsp.lemonjuiceorvinegarintoa1-cupmeasure.Fillwithmilk.Stirandthenletstandfor5minutes.Stiragainbeforeusing.
For1cupheavycream—add⅓cupmeltedbutterto¾cupmilk.Note:Thiswillworkforbakingandcooking,butnotforwhipping.
For1cupwhippingcream—chillthoroughly⅔cupevaporatedmilk,plusthebowlandbeaters,thenwhip,oruse2cupsboughtwhippedtopping.
RecipeandIngredientIndexA
Add-What-You-LikeQuiche,233Almonds
CherryCheesecakeBars,141FruityGranola,315LotsaGoodGranola,308NewGuineaGranola,297RaspberryAlmondBars,133RaspberryAlmondBread,3
AmishCornPie,239Angelfoodcakemix
DeepDishFruityDelight,145Any-Fruit-That-Make-You-HappyCobbler,147AppleCranberryMuffins,49AppleGermanChocolateCake,107AppleGranola,311Applejuice
FruityGranola,315PeanutButterGranolaSurprise,307
ApplePearCrisp,171Applepiefilling
AppleGermanChocolateCake,107DeepDishFruityDelight,145
ApplePumpkinMuffins,47Apples
ApplePumpkinMuffins,47MorningGloryMuffins,36SpicySweetAppleCrisp,169
ApplesauceChocolateApplesauceCake,83FallFruitsGranola,313Soy-FlaxGranola,319
AppleWalnutBreadPuddingwithWhiskeySauce,177ApricotCrisp,161Apricotjam
NuttyApricotBars,137ArtichokeParmesanQuiche,251ArtisanBreadintheCrock,265ArtisanPizzaintheCrock,281AsparagusQuiche,255
BBananaBreadPuddingwithButterscotchSauce,175BananaGroveCupcakes,41BananaNutCake,71BananaPeanutButterBread,5BananaPecanBars,135Bananas
LightBananaRaisinMuffins,39Bars
BananaPecanBars,135
CherryCheesecakeBars,141ChocolatePecanBars,113CrunchyGranolaBars,129DoubleChocolateCrunchBars,121FrostyLemonBars,139GooeyOatmealJumbleBars,127MagicCookieBars,125NuttyApricotBars,137RaspberryAlmondBars,133TurtleBars,115VienneseWalnutBars,131
BasilBreakfastTorte,257FreshTomatoBasilPie,245SavoryCheeseMuffins,57TomatoHerbBread,271
BeerButteryBeerBread,19
BestPineappleCake,61Blueberries
FruityGranola,315LotsaBlueberriesCake,69
BlueberryCrinkle,165BlueberryGingerTart,221BlueberryOatMuffins,45Blueberrypiefilling
BlueberrySwirlCake,93DeepDishFruityDelight,145
BlueberrySwirlCake,93Brancereal
Tasty,CrunchyBranMuffins,53UnbelievableCarrotCake,103
BreadAppleWalnutBreadPuddingwithWhiskeySauce,177ArtisanBreadintheCrock,265BananaBreadPuddingwithButterscotchSauce,175BananaPeanutButterBread,5ButteryBeerBread,19ChocolateBreadPudding,179ClassicBreadPudding,181CrockeryOatmealBread,263DailyBread,261DarkRyeBread,267GlazedPoppyseedBread,7IrishOatmealBread,15LittleBostonBrownLoaves,17RaspberryAlmondBread,3RosemaryRaisinBread,11StrawberriesandCreamBread,9ThanksgivingBread,13TomatoHerbBread,271
BreadcrumbsSpinachandTomatoQuiche,240
BreadpuddingAppleWalnutBreadPuddingwithWhiskeySauce,177BananaBreadPuddingwithButterscotchSauce,175BreakfastCornbreadPudding,183ChocolateBreadPudding,179ClassicBreadPudding,181
BreakfastCornbreadPudding,183
BreakfastTorte,257BroccoliQuiche,253Brownies
CocoaBrownieswithDarkChocolateFrosting,119Buckwheatgroats
ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301BuffaloChickenStromboli,287Butterscotchpuddingmix
SunnySpiceCake,99ButteryBeerBread,19
CCake
AppleGermanChocolateCake,107BananaNutCake,71BestPineappleCake,61BlueberrySwirlCake,93CherrySwirlCake,63ChocolateApplesauceCake,83DeepandDarkChocolateCake,85LightlyWhitePearCake,95LotsaBlueberriesCake,69MoistandCreamyCoconutCake,105PumpkinCake,73QuickChocolateFudgeCake,109RhubarbSourCreamCake,67ShooflyCake,79SourCreamPeachCake,97SpiceCake,80–81SpicyChocolatePumpkinCake,101SummerBreezesCake,91SunnySpiceCake,99UnbelievableCarrotCake,103
CarrotMorningGloryMuffins,36UnbelievableCarrotCake,103
Cereal,branTasty,CrunchyBranMuffins,53UnbelievableCarrotCake,103
Cereal,riceDoubleChocolateCrunchBars,121
Cheese,cheddarAsparagusQuiche,255BuffaloChickenStromboli,287Mushrooms,Tomatoes,andOnionPie,243SavoryCheeseMuffins,57TomatoGalette,249
Cheese,ColbyJackMushrooms,Tomatoes,andOnionPie,243
Cheese,cottageWhitePizzaintheCrock,285
Cheese,fetaBreakfastTorte,257CreamyGardenQuiche,230
Cheese,goatTomatoGalette,247
Cheese,GoudaArtisanPizzaintheCrock,281
Cheese,Mexican
SantaFeQuiche,237Cheese,mozzarella
BreakfastTorte,257BuffaloChickenStromboli,287Cheese-StuffedPizza,283Crazy-CrustPizza,289Deep-DishPepperoniPizza,279FreshTomatoBasilPie,245ZucchiniCrustPizza,291
Cheese,ParmesanArtichokeParmesanQuiche,251BroccoliQuiche,253FreshTomatoBasilPie,245MediterraneanQuiche,235SpinachandTomatoQuiche,240WhitePizzaintheCrock,285ZucchiniCrustPizza,291
Cheese,ricottaTomatoGalette,247
Cheese,SwissAdd-What-You-LikeQuiche,233ArtichokeParmesanQuiche,251BroccoliQuiche,253ChickenandSpinachQuiche,229PolishPizza,293SpinachandTomatoQuiche,240
CheesecakeCherryCheesecakeBars,141LightandFluffyChocolateChipCheesecake,87
Cheese-StuffedPizza,283Cherries
CobblerwithFreshCherries,149CherryCheesecakeBars,141Cherrypiefilling
CherrySwirlCake,63DeepDishFruityDelight,145Double-CrustCherryPie,217QuickChocolateFudgeCake,109
CherrypreservesCherryCheesecakeBars,141
CherrySwirlCake,63Chicken
BuffaloChickenStromboli,287ChickenandSpinachQuiche,229Chilies,green
SantaFeQuiche,237Chocolate,baking
SpicyChocolatePumpkinCake,101ChocolateApplesauceCake,83ChocolateBreadPudding,179ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301Chocolatecakemix
AppleGermanChocolateCake,107QuickChocolateFudgeCake,109
ChocolatechipcookiedoughLightandFluffyChocolateChipCheesecake,87
ChocolateChipPizza,117Chocolatechips
AppleGermanChocolateCake,107BananaPeanutButterBread,5
ChocolateApplesauceCake,83ChocolateBreadPudding,179CrunchyGranolaBars,129DoubleChocolateMuffins,33PhillyChippers,123QuickChocolateFudgeCake,113TurtleBars,115
ChocolatePecanBars,113ChocolatePecanPie,210ClassicBreadPudding,181Cobbler
Any-Fruit-That-Make-You-HappyCobbler,147PeachCobbler,153
CobblerwithFreshCherries,149Cocoa
ChocolateBreadPudding,179ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301CrockeryChocolatePudding,195DarkRyeBread,267DeepandDarkChocolateCake,85DoubleChocolateCrunchBars,121DoubleChocolateMuffins,33MochaPie,209
CoconutChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301CrunchyGranolaBars,129Ellen’sGranola,299FallFruitsGranola,313FruityGranola,315LotsaGoodGranola,308MagicCoconutCustardPie,215MagicCookieBars,125MoistandCreamyCoconutCake,105MorningGloryMuffins,36PecanGranola,303PumpkinCoconutCupcakes,27SunflowerGranola,305TropicalPineapplePudding,197
CoconutmilkTropicalPineapplePudding,197
CoffeeDeepandDarkChocolateCake,85MochaPie,209VienneseWalnutBars,131
CondensedmilkMagicCookieBars,125SpanishFlan,189
CookiedoughLightandFluffyChocolateChipCheesecake,87
CornAmishCornPie,239BreakfastCornbreadPudding,183
CornbreadBreakfastCornbreadPudding,183JustCornbread,21
CornmealArtisanBreadintheCrock,265CornyCornmealMuffins,55EnglishMuffinLoaf,269JustCornbread,21
LittleBostonBrownLoaves,17ThanksgivingBread,13
CornyCornmealMuffins,55Cottagecheese
WhitePizzaintheCrock,285Crabmeat
Add-What-You-LikeQuiche,233Craisins
CrunchyGranolaBars,129NewGuineaGranola,297
CranberriesAppleCranberryMuffins,49ThanksgivingBread,13
Crazy-CrustPizza,289Creamcheese
ArtichokeParmesanQuiche,251BestPineappleCake,61BlueberrySwirlCake,93CherryCheesecakeBars,141LightandFluffyChocolateChipCheesecake,87PhillyChippers,123PumpkinCake,73SpicyChocolatePumpkinCake,101StrawberriesandCreamBread,9UnbelievableCarrotCake,103VienneseWalnutBars,131
Cream-stylecornCornyCornmealMuffins,55
CreamyGardenQuiche,230Crescentrolls
BreakfastTorte,257CrockeryChocolatePudding,195CrockeryOatmealBread,263CrunchyGranolaBars,129Cupcakes
BananaGroveCupcakes,41FreshPeachCupcakes,29GrahamCrackerCupcakes,25PineappleZucchiniCupcakes,31PumpkinCoconutCupcakes,27
CustardEggCustard,193PumpkinCustard,185RaspberryCustard,187SimpleEggCustard,193
DDailyBread,261DarkRyeBread,267Dates
LotsaGoodGranola,308DeepandDarkChocolateCake,85DeepDishFruityDelight,145Deep-DishPepperoniPizza,279DoubleChocolateCrunchBars,121DoubleChocolateMuffins,33Double-CrustCherryPie,217
EEggCustard,193Eggplant
MediterraneanQuiche,235Ellen’sGranola,299EnglishMuffinLoaf,269Evaporatedmilk
ArtichokeParmesanQuiche,251BroccoliQuiche,253MediterraneanQuiche,235SpanishFlan,189
FFallFruitsGranola,313FamousPADutchShooflyPie,213Flan,189Flaxseed
Soy-FlaxGranola,319FreshPeachCupcakes,29FreshPlumKuchen,163FreshTomatoBasilPie,245FrostyLemonBars,139FruityGranola,315
GGermanchocolatecakemix
AppleGermanChocolateCake,107QuickChocolateFudgeCake,109
Gingerbread,Peachy,75GingerbreadwithLemonSauce,76–77GlazedPoppyseedBread,7GooeyOatmealJumbleBars,127GrahamCrackerCupcakes,25Grahamcrackers
MagicCookieBars,125Granny’sPotatoRolls,274Granola
AppleGranola,311ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301CrunchyGranolaBars,129Ellen’sGranola,299FallFruitsGranola,313FruityGranola,315KeepItLowfatGranola,317LotsaGoodGranola,308NewGuineaGranola,297PeanutButterGranolaSurprise,307PecanGranola,303Soy-FlaxGranola,319SunflowerGranola,305
HHam
Add-What-You-LikeQuiche,233Hazelnuts
ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301
IIrishOatmealBread,15
JJustCornbread,21
KKeepItLowfatGranola,317Kielbasa
PolishPizza,293Kingsyrup
ShooflyCake,79
LLemonjuice
ApplePearCrisp,171AsparagusQuiche,255BlueberryCrinkle,165BlueberryGingerTart,221FrostyLemonBars,139GingerbreadwithLemonSauce,76–77GlazedPoppyseedBread,7LemonSpongePie,225StrawberriesandCreamBread,9
LemonNutMuffins,51LemonSpongePie,225LightandFluffyChocolateChipCheesecake,87LightBananaRaisinMuffins,39LightlyWhitePearCake,95Limejuice
TropicalPineapplePudding,197LittleBostonBrownLoaves,17LotsaBlueberriesCake,69LotsaGoodGranola,308
MMagicCoconutCustardPie,215MagicCookieBars,125MaplePotdeCreme,191Maplesyrup
ChocolatePecanPie,210MaplePotdeCreme,191
MarshmallowsChocolateChipPizza,117DoubleChocolateCrunchBars,121
MayonnaiseAdd-What-You-LikeQuiche,233AsparagusQuiche,255ChickenandSpinachQuiche,229CornyCornmealMuffins,55FreshTomatoBasilPie,245
MediterraneanQuiche,235M&Ms
ChocolateChipPizza,117MochaPie,209
MoistandCreamyCoconutCake,105Molasses
DarkRyeBread,267FamousPADutchShooflyPie,213GingerbreadwithLemonSauce,76–77LittleBostonBrownLoaves,17ShooflyCake,79Tasty,CrunchyBranMuffins,53
MorningGloryMuffins,36Muffins
AppleCranberryMuffins,49ApplePumpkinMuffins,47BlueberryOatMuffins,45CornyCornmealMuffins,55DoubleChocolateMuffins,33EnglishMuffinLoaf,269LemonNutMuffins,51LightBananaRaisinMuffins,39MorningGloryMuffins,36PecanMuffins,35RaspberryStreuselMuffins,42–43SavoryCheeseMuffins,57Tasty,CrunchyBranMuffins,53
MushroomQuiche,249Mushrooms
ZucchiniCrustPizza,291Mushrooms,Tomatoes,andOnionPie,243
NNewGuineaGranola,297Nuts,chopped
BananaNutCake,71BestPineappleCake,61ChocolateApplesauceCake,83ChocolateChipPizza,117CocoaBrownieswithDarkChocolateFrosting,119DeepDishFruityDelight,145Ellen’sGranola,299FallFruitsGranola,313GrahamCrackerCupcakes,25MagicCookieBars,125MorningGloryMuffins,36PineappleZucchiniCupcakes,25StrawberryRhubarbCrisp,157
NuttyApricotBars,137
OOatbran
DoubleChocolateMuffins,33FruityGranola,315NewGuineaGranola,297
OatmealGooeyOatmealJumbleBars,127PeachesandPuddingCrisp,151RaspberryAlmondBars,133
Oats,dryCrunchyGranolaBars,129Old-TimeyRaisinCrisp,167
RhubarbCrunch,155StrawberryCrisp,159StrawberryRhubarbCrisp,157
Oats,quickApplePearCrisp,171BlueberryCrinkle,165DoubleChocolateMuffins,33KeepItLowfatGranola,317NewGuineaGranola,297NuttyApricotBars,137Old-TimeyRaisinCrisp,167PeanutButterGranolaSurprise,307PecanGranola,303RaspberryStreuselMuffins,42–43SunflowerGranola,305
Oats,rolledAppleGranola,311ApplePearCrisp,171BlueberryOatMuffins,45ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301CrockeryOatmealBread,263Ellen’sGranola,299FallFruitsGranola,313FruityGranola,315IrishOatmealBread,15KeepItLowfatGranola,317LightBananaRaisinMuffins,39LotsaGoodGranola,308NewGuineaGranola,297Old-TimeyRaisinCrisp,167PeanutButterGranolaSurprise,307PecanGranola,303RaspberryAlmondBread,3Soy-FlaxGranola,319StrawberryCrisp,159SunflowerGranola,305
Old-TimeyRaisinCrisp,167Olives
WhitePizzaintheCrock,285One-PotStrawberryShortcake,65Onion
Add-What-You-LikeQuiche,233AmishCornPie,239BreakfastCornbreadPudding,183BreakfastTorte,257BuffaloChickenStromboli,287ChickenandSpinachQuiche,229CornyCornmealMuffins,55Mushrooms,Tomatoes,andOnionPie,243PolishPizza,293SpinachandTomatoQuiche,240
Open-FacePeachPie,219Orange-flavoredcakemix
SourCreamPeachCake,97Orangejuice
BananaPecanBars,135ThanksgivingBread,13
Oranges,mandarinSummerBreezesCake,91TropicalPineapplePudding,197
PPeachCobbler,153Peaches
FreshPeachCupcakes,29Open-FacePeachPie,219SunnySpiceCake,99
PeachesandPuddingCrisp,151Peachjuice
PeachesandPuddingCrisp,151Peachpiefilling
SourCreamPeachCake,97PeachyGingerbread,75Peanutbutter
BananaPeanutButterBread,5CrunchyGranolaBars,129DeepandDarkChocolateCake,85DoubleChocolateCrunchBars,121DoubleChocolateMuffins,33
PeanutbutterchipsMagicCookieBars,125
PeanutButterGranolaSurprise,307Pears
ApplePearCrisp,171LightlyWhitePearCake,95
PecanGranola,303PecanMuffins,35Pecans
ApricotCrisp,161BananaPecanBars,135ChocolatePecanPie,210CocoaBrownieswithDarkChocolateFrosting,119NuttyApricotBars,137PecanGranola,303QuickChocolateFudgeCake,113Soy-FlaxGranola,319TurtleBars,115
PhillyChippers,123Pie
AmishCornPie,239ChocolatePecanPie,210Double-CrustCherryPie,217FamousPADutchShooflyPie,213FreshTomatoBasilPie,245LemonSpongePie,225MagicCoconutCustardPie,215MochaPie,209Open-FacePeachPie,219RhubarbCustardPie,223ShooflyPie,213
PiefillingAppleGermanChocolateCake,107BlueberrySwirlCake,93CherrySwirlCake,63DeepDishFruityDelight,145Double-CrustCherryPie,217QuickChocolateFudgeCake,109SourCreamPeachCake,97
PineappleBestPineappleCake,61
GrahamCrackerCupcakes,25SummerBreezesCake,91TropicalPineapplePudding,197UnbelievableCarrotCake,103
PineapplejuiceFruityGranola,315
PineappleZucchiniCupcakes,31Pinenuts
CreamyGardenQuiche,230Pizza
ArtisanPizzaintheCrock,281Cheese-StuffedPizza,283ChocolateChipPizza,117Crazy-CrustPizza,289Deep-DishPepperoniPizza,279PolishPizza,293WhitePizzaintheCrock,285ZucchiniCrustPizza,291
PlumsFreshPlumKuchen,163
PolishPizza,293Poppyseeds
GlazedPoppyseedBread,7Potatoes
AmishCornPie,239Granny’sPotatoRolls,274PolishPizza,293
PreservesCherryCheesecakeBars,141GooeyOatmealJumbleBars,127NuttyApricotBars,137RaspberryAlmondBars,133
PuddingCrockeryChocolatePudding,195TropicalPineapplePudding,197VanillaBeanRicePudding,199
Pudding,butterscotchSunnySpiceCake,99
Pudding,vanillaSummerBreezesCake,91
PumpkinApplePumpkinMuffins,47SpicyChocolatePumpkinCake,101
PumpkinCake,73PumpkinCoconutCupcakes,27PumpkinCustard,185Pumpkinseeds
Ellen’sGranola,299FallFruitsGranola,313
QQuiche
Add-What-You-LikeQuiche,233ArtichokeParmesanQuiche,251AsparagusQuiche,255BroccoliQuiche,253ChickenandSpinachQuiche,229CreamyGardenQuiche,230MediterraneanQuiche,235
MushroomQuiche,249SantaFeQuiche,237SpinachandTomatoQuiche,240
QuickChocolateFudgeCake,109
RRaisins
ClassicBreadPudding,181CrunchyGranolaBars,129LightBananaRaisinMuffins,39LittleBostonBrownLoaves,17LotsaGoodGranola,308NewGuineaGranola,297Old-TimeyRaisinCrisp,167PineappleZucchiniCupcakes,31RosemaryRaisinBread,11
RanchdressingBuffaloChickenStromboli,287
Raspberrioca,199RaspberryAlmondBars,133RaspberryAlmondBread,3RaspberryCustard,187Raspberrygelatin
Raspberrioca,199RaspberryStreuselMuffins,42–43Rhubarb
StrawberryRhubarbCrisp,157StrawberryRhubarbSauce,205
RhubarbCrunch,155RhubarbCustardPie,223RhubarbSourCreamCake,67Ricecereal
DoubleChocolateCrunchBars,121FruityGranola,315
RosemaryRaisinBread,11
SSantaFeQuiche,237Sauerkraut
PolishPizza,293Sausage
BreakfastCornbreadPudding,183BreakfastTorte,257PolishPizza,293
SavoryCheeseMuffins,57Schmierkase
BlueberryOatMuffins,45Sesameseeds
ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301CrunchyGranolaBars,129Ellen’sGranola,299FallFruitsGranola,313LotsaGoodGranola,308PecanGranola,303
ShooflyCake,79ShooflyPie,213SimpleEggCustard,193Sourcream
LemonNutMuffins,51RaspberryStreuselMuffins,42–43RhubarbSourCreamCake,67
SourCreamPeachCake,97Soy-FlaxGranola,319SpanishFlan,189SpiceCake,80–81Spicecakemix
SpicyChocolatePumpkinCake,101SunnySpiceCake,99UnbelievableCarrotCake,103
SpicyChocolatePumpkinCake,101SpicySweetAppleCrisp,169Spinach
Add-What-You-LikeQuiche,233ArtisanPizzaintheCrock,281ChickenandSpinachQuiche,229WhitePizzaintheCrock,285
SpinachandTomatoQuiche,240Strawberries
One-PotStrawberryShortcake,65StrawberriesandCreamBread,9StrawberryCrisp,159StrawberryRhubarbCrisp,157StrawberryRhubarbSauce,205Stromboli,287SummerBreezesCake,91SunflowerGranola,305Sunflowerseeds
AppleGranola,311CrunchyGranolaBars,129Ellen’sGranola,299FallFruitsGranola,313NewGuineaGranola,297SunflowerGranola,305Tasty,CrunchyBranMuffins,53
SunnySpiceCake,99
TTapioca
BlueberryCrinkle,165CobblerwithFreshCherries,149Raspberrioca,199VanillaTapioca,201
Tasty,CrunchyBranMuffins,53ThanksgivingBread,13Tomatoes
BreakfastTorte,257FreshTomatoBasilPie,245MediterraneanQuiche,235Mushrooms,Tomatoes,andOnionPie,243SantaFeQuiche,237SpinachandTomatoQuiche,240
TomatoGalette,247TomatoHerbBread,271Tomatosauce
ArtisanPizzaintheCrock,281Cheese-StuffedPizza,283Crazy-CrustPizza,289
Deep-DishPepperoniPizza,279ZucchiniCrustPizza,291
TropicalPineapplePudding,197TurtleBars,115
UUnbelievableCarrotCake,103
VVanillaBeanRicePudding,199Vanillapudding
SummerBreezesCake,91VanillaTapioca,201VienneseWalnutBars,131
WWalnuts
AppleGermanChocolateCake,107AppleWalnutBreadPuddingwithWhiskeySauce,177ApricotCrisp,161LemonNutMuffins,51NuttyApricotBars,137PumpkinCake,73Soy-FlaxGranola,319ThanksgivingBread,13VienneseWalnutBars,131
WheatbranDoubleChocolateMuffins,33
WheatgermAppleGranola,311ChocolateBuckwheatGranola,301LemonNutMuffins,51LotsaGoodGranola,308PecanGranola,303SunflowerGranola,305Tasty,CrunchyBranMuffins,53
WhitecakemixBlueberrySwirlCake,93LightlyWhitePearCake,95
WhitePizzaintheCrock,285
YYellowcakemix
DeepDishFruityDelight,145MoistandCreamyCoconutCake,105
Yogurt,GreekMushrooms,Tomatoes,andOnionPie,243Open-FacePeachPie,219PineappleZucchiniCupcakes,31
ZZucchini
CreamyGardenQuiche,230PineappleZucchiniCupcakes,31
ZucchiniCrustPizza,291
ZucchiniSandwichBuns,273
AbouttheAuthor—
PhyllisGood is aNewYorkTimes bestselling authorwhose books have soldmore than 12millioncopies.
SheauthoredFix-ItandForget-ItCookbook,RevisedandUpdated,whichappearedonTheNewYorkTimesbestsellerlist,aswellasthebestsellerlistsofUSAToday,PublishersWeekly,andBookSense.Inaddition, she authored Fix-It and Forget-It Lightly (which also appeared on The New York Timesbestseller list); as well as Fix-It and Forget-It Christmas Cookbook; Fix-It and Forget-It 5-IngredientFavorites;Fix-ItandForget-ItVegetarianCookbook;Fix-ItandForget-ItDiabeticCookbook,RevisedandUpdated (with the American Diabetes Association); Fix-It and Forget-It Big Cookbook; Fix-It andForget-It Kids Cookbook; Fix-It and Forget-It New Cookbook; and Fix-It and Forget-It Slow CookerMagic.
Good'scommitmentistomakeitpossibleforeveryonetocookwhowouldliketo,eveniftheyhavetoolittletimeortoolittleconfidence.
Goodhasauthoredmanyothercookbooks.AmongthemareFix-ItandEnjoy-ItHealthyCookbook(with nutritional expertise from Mayo Clinic), The Best of Amish Cooking, and Lancaster CentralMarketCookbook.
Goodspendshertimewritingonavarietyofsubjects,editingbooks,andcookingnewrecipes.