If you've never had gumbo I can assure you that you are totally missing out! If you can't get down south for authentic gumbo, you've got to try this Slow Cooker Spicy Gumbo at home.I don't get a lot of opportunities to each authentic gumbo, so I can in no way offer a guarantee to how this tastes in relation to the “real thing”. This is my disclaimer, as any time I post a recipe that might be considered to be some sort of regional favorite, there are some people that get a little, well, passionate about it's authenticity. I promise, no disrespect is ever intended toward any family recipes and my attempt to recreate recipes is simply for my love of food and trying new things! If my budget was unlimited, I would travel to all sorts of places just to try the food. But for now, I ... continue reading...
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Slow Cooker Spicy Gumbo
Slow Cooker Tailgate Chili
Slow Cooker Tailgate Chili is the perfect chili for feeding a crowd or watching the game! Simple, full of flavor and easy to make and take!I couldn't be more excited about today's post! I get to combine 2 of my favorite topics.... tailgating and chili!! We love to tailgate at football games and have been testing out all kinds of different recipes for years. What could possibly make a better Saturday? There's not much I can think of! We meet up with some great friends, bring our grills, and get to cooking! I mean, the food is almost as important as the game and is something to be carefully considered. We usually start planning several days to a week in advance so we can do any necessary shopping and prep work so that our time spent in the parking lot before the game can be maximum ... continue reading...
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There are some meals that I love so much I make them nearly every week! This Slow Cooker Turkey Chili with Butternut Squash is the perfect healthy and hearty family meal or even the best make-ahead lunch! I love to add extra veggies into meals whenever possible, and this Slow Cooker Turkey Chili with Butternut […]
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Pressure Cooker Recipes
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When a recipe like Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings is not only hugely popular but also hugely delicious then it’s also deserving of a new version that makes it super fast in the pressure cooker! These Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings taste just like the ones you know and love but come together for a […]
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Side Dish Recipes
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Black Bean and Corn Salsa
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
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