Featured Recipes

February 9, 2009, 5:13 pm
updated Feb 11, 2009, 3:53 pm

Slow cooker: Crock Pot

Do you have a Crock Pot or other type of slow cooker? They can really simplify life.

Here are a few reasons why slow cookers are a good kitchen item to have:

•Due to the slow cooking method, you don’t have to buy the best cut of meat.

•A big pot of something means leftovers, therefore more economical.

•If you cook it, you control the ingredients; quantity and quality.

Here’s a really easy pot roast recipe for a slow cooker.

Ingredients

• Carrots, 8 medium (170 grams), cut into thirds
• Onions, 2 medium (422 grams), cut into 8 wedges each
• Salt, 1 tsp (5ml)
• Pepper, 1/2 tsp (2.5mi), freshly ground
• Beef chuck roast, 2 lbs (1030 grams)
• Worcestershire sauce, 2 TB (18 grams)

Preparation

In the slow cooker place carrots and onions; season with salt and pepper and toss.

Sprinkle roast with salt and freshly ground pepper; place on top of vegetables and drizzle with Worcestershire sauce.

Cover and cook on high for 6 hours (or on low for 10 hours).

Serves 6

Don’t forget to skim excess fat the next day.

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