Crockpotting ; )

I received a fancy new crock-pot from my in-laws this year for Christmas. I thought new years day was the perfect time to initiate it's use. Chris, the boys and I went to Randall's last night to get a few groceries. I thought I would have to buy dried black eyed peas, because cans would be sold out...well dried ones were sold out too. Luckily they had fresh (or pre-soaked) in the produce aisle. It cames with crock-pot instructions too.! Success!







I bought 2 packs along with some cabbage, carrots, mushrooms and onions for another dish. I think these are the most hated vegetable by a certain Mr. Chris. But I love them and rarely eat them fresh, so I made a yummy veggies stir-fry medley.








Here is the finished product for the black-eyed peas. They took longer to cook than I thought but they tasted great. Since I made such a large batch for the crock-pot I get lots of leftovers....all for me. Chris just eats the customary spoonful for good luck on New Year's day.

My new favorite Blog

I have a new favorite blog. Some of you might know I love my crock pot. It isn't new and fancy or anything. It is a hand-me down from my grandmother Lois, who has since passed away. She had several for some reason and gave me this one. It is avocado green with lovely dirt brown as an accent color...circa 1972. However, I love to use it. I make slow cooked pork, which makes great sandwiches. I have made roasts in it. I have made a chicken and rice recipe. Of course I have made cheese queso in it many times. I have used it for beans for parties. I love my crock pot.

Well I found this website and I fell in love. I have a whole new slew of recipes to try...and just in time for the holidays!! The site is called "A Year of Crockpotting"

For those that just use their crockpots for queso, you should really try out one of these recipes.