2 Crockpot Recipes for the Holiday

<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Crockpot recipes are perfect for all of us balancing life, family, work, and responsibilities. With a little prep work, you can put all the ingredients in a crockpot, leave the house for a few hours and come back to a fresh, hot meal! The number of crockpot recipes is overwhelming. There are so many options; it’s hard to know which ones to try first! These two crockpot recipes will make a great addition to your regular food plan and can be added to the dinner table during the holidays. </span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg2snTOAMP-6rHQPEc56J-mUzRmIYveD03fF0rP2-WIPbmbmIUN-0Ki11eqoiUoEUG2hwTNEsjHF8pOcg63XplBHxNzO_yKZnhkbCcvVrI4uESjisdOR-mNRX4jgEHQdNpDWioW7oNVYg-/s1600/crockpot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg2snTOAMP-6rHQPEc56J-mUzRmIYveD03fF0rP2-WIPbmbmIUN-0Ki11eqoiUoEUG2hwTNEsjHF8pOcg63XplBHxNzO_yKZnhkbCcvVrI4uESjisdOR-mNRX4jgEHQdNpDWioW7oNVYg-/s400/crockpot.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Garlic Mashed Cauliflower (Potatoes)</b></span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This crockpot recipe is a great way to have the comfort food satisfaction of creamy mashed potatoes, without the extra calories and carbohydrates! It will complement Christmas dinner so well. Mashed cauliflower has grown in popularity this year, which makes sense; it’s so delicious! Sometimes, however, the mashed cauliflower can become too dry. Use this crockpot recipe for perfect mashed cauliflower every time:</span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <br /> <ul> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJD8xWeQO3G-l7XuV4YA1CysKuEL2jFqLWz0BNW_py7jP5wajp4IBfgHiSJxeCkLkKET1zyZmWJAZINey7NBQ3FTEOD6HXKD42G7jeLJJNcSj1iWSRQawVVnx91cSPvFmWV1aoTw3ZAnjj/s1600/shutterstock_115268245.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJD8xWeQO3G-l7XuV4YA1CysKuEL2jFqLWz0BNW_py7jP5wajp4IBfgHiSJxeCkLkKET1zyZmWJAZINey7NBQ3FTEOD6HXKD42G7jeLJJNcSj1iWSRQawVVnx91cSPvFmWV1aoTw3ZAnjj/s400/shutterstock_115268245.jpg" width="265" /></a> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 head of cauliflower</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 garlic cloves, peeled</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 bay leaf</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 cups of water</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 tsp salt</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">11/2 tbsp butter</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Milk (if desired)</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Salt, to season</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Pepper, to season</span></li> </ul> <br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">First, chop the cauliflower into florets and set in your crockpot. Next, add the garlic, bay leaf, some salt, and water. Now, cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-6 hours. The cauliflower should be tender and soft. Remove garlic cloves and bay leaf. Drain the water. Add the butter to the cauliflower and let it melt. Next, use a potato masher to mash the cauliflower to your desired consistency. You can also use an immersion blender for a creamy version. </span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Add milk a tablespoon of milk for a creamy texture. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with chives or scallions! Enjoy! </span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Chia & Blueberry Breakfast Quinoa</b></span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /></b></span> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigh8l-TVe4vr34jadRY-vA_POG1W7Ap32yjAbbwBelsCAkjpM_DQvYKTSoE9s8v04qm9WlACV_Kli2DB6eIf-KMCXxVRqT8i41oB5CQyHMVfIvjKtPpgMZZcOpscJg4xKrZPkUB54mq0tQ/s1600/bigstock-Organic-Breakfast-Quinoa-With--80762909.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="crockpot recipe" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigh8l-TVe4vr34jadRY-vA_POG1W7Ap32yjAbbwBelsCAkjpM_DQvYKTSoE9s8v04qm9WlACV_Kli2DB6eIf-KMCXxVRqT8i41oB5CQyHMVfIvjKtPpgMZZcOpscJg4xKrZPkUB54mq0tQ/s1600/bigstock-Organic-Breakfast-Quinoa-With--80762909.jpg" title="" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This crockpot recipe is a delicious and nutritious way to start the day. Any family that may be visiting over the holidays will love waking up to this crockpot recipe. Set the crockpot before bed and wake up to a fresh, hot, satiating breakfast! Here’s what you’ll need:</span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <br /> <ul> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 cups coconut milk, unsweetened</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 cups water</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 cups quinoa</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">⅓ cup chia seeds</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">¼ cup honey</span></li> <li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 cups blueberries</span></li> </ul> <br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This recipe is super easy. The only step is to put all the ingredients together in your crockpot and mix them together. Then set your crockpot to low and cook for 6 to 7 hours. Enjoy! </span><br /> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For more recipes and tips on living a healthy lifestyle, <a href="http://www.afitnurse.com/">contact me</a>! I love to help motivate and inspire people to live a full, healthy life. Get started on your health-oriented New Year’s Resolutions early this year!</span>

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2 Crockpot Recipes for the Holiday

Crockpot recipes are perfect for all of us balancing life, family, work, and responsibilities. With a little prep work, you can put all the...

Zucchini Fritters

<span class="userContent"><div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> Zucchini Fritters</div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVkEdqIiXAwuPsCbBY-JqFlyf4VnyynhrIR1AU8-pIfMG3dAtx5U_gLlu1NagLY8rskCxssobdiTvtS7W4fTdaxHFvK3TMZ7BLYYtl6qqG85uaj3U3xR-7PX2Cd74EmaW4HNOGEZ-UnxQp/s1600/zucchinifritters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="472" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVkEdqIiXAwuPsCbBY-JqFlyf4VnyynhrIR1AU8-pIfMG3dAtx5U_gLlu1NagLY8rskCxssobdiTvtS7W4fTdaxHFvK3TMZ7BLYYtl6qqG85uaj3U3xR-7PX2Cd74EmaW4HNOGEZ-UnxQp/s640/zucchinifritters.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> <strong>Ingredients:</strong></div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> 2 cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)<br /> 3 eggs<br /> 1 Tbs coconut flour</div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <span class="text_exposed_show"> 1/2 tsp himalayan crystal salt<br /> 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper<br /> coconut oil</span></div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <span class="text_exposed_show"></span> </div> <span class="text_exposed_show"><div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <strong>Directions:</strong><br /> Shred zucchini by hand or in a food processor (rough chop) and set aside. (if it's very wet, dry it some using a paper towel)</div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> </div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">  </div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrqcTtzZvciJDBajRVColNeBfDVXhx-2xarUK53AdqaIFZ6PIAb63zhGT5DEbDulD5h62uLehO0N7Nty69gxBx1CzQi74WRfBhPJyjrEQUPrxXy31Hxl31P1saknkXx6Vy-E_Ab5Uwb2fG/s1600/shredded-zucchini-1024x772.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrqcTtzZvciJDBajRVColNeBfDVXhx-2xarUK53AdqaIFZ6PIAb63zhGT5DEbDulD5h62uLehO0N7Nty69gxBx1CzQi74WRfBhPJyjrEQUPrxXy31Hxl31P1saknkXx6Vy-E_Ab5Uwb2fG/s320/shredded-zucchini-1024x772.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">  </div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">  </div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">  </div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">  </div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> In a large bowl, beat the eggs together.</div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> Sift the coconut flour into the eggs and beat together. Note: coconut flour often has clumps, which is why it is important to sift it.</div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> Mix in the shredded zucchini, salt & pepper.</div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> Meanwhile, set a large cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. Add coconut oil to coat the bottom of the pan once it is hot.</div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> Spoon the mixture into the pan in desired sized fritters.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht1PjAOr7Fkj78cFzLgKb1KuOnB15lTSLbQvFMnnDAeU6p_iAhSuIRo1sy0v6NJWIYHwQ72-ALja7XaYutiamRJBv8KOnT07fCq5sAJ3csqfmzCTx-ozozzJCDp_Ao1TmgdTXhkIeOwpm4/s1600/Zucchini+Fritters+7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht1PjAOr7Fkj78cFzLgKb1KuOnB15lTSLbQvFMnnDAeU6p_iAhSuIRo1sy0v6NJWIYHwQ72-ALja7XaYutiamRJBv8KOnT07fCq5sAJ3csqfmzCTx-ozozzJCDp_Ao1TmgdTXhkIeOwpm4/s320/Zucchini+Fritters+7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> </div> <div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> <br /> Serve warm or at room temperature. These are a favorite in my house! Great side dish that is clean and healthy!</div> </span><div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"> </div> </span>

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Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini Fritters     Ingredients:  2 cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini) 3 eggs 1 Tbs coconut flour  1/2 tsp hima...

Balsamic Grilled Veggies

This recipe is FABULOUS!!! Veggies are a staple in my house! I was never a veggie eater as a kid but, now I just can't seem to get enough of them! Who doesn't want a new recipe and this is great for any season!!<br /> <br /> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3JCRZKxL0XKL9RJrBnbxxN0_dvCCzL_ZqcNjfS9lJzyqHa40NH_M4921hUVLB1agl7pPbno-0Ebh17nqOYQGXakPBr-daBNz2Y2_rZd9z4qlU2eYppWJkjFZCGL_IbVNwp6orOl4omDV1/s1600/grilled-vegs.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3JCRZKxL0XKL9RJrBnbxxN0_dvCCzL_ZqcNjfS9lJzyqHa40NH_M4921hUVLB1agl7pPbno-0Ebh17nqOYQGXakPBr-daBNz2Y2_rZd9z4qlU2eYppWJkjFZCGL_IbVNwp6orOl4omDV1/s640/grilled-vegs.jpg" width="640" /></a><br /> <br /> <br /> <u>Recipe</u><br /> <br /> 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar<br /> 1/4 cup olive oil<br /> 2 clove garlic, minced<br /> 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (or use 2 tsp fresh)<br /> 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or use 2 tsp fresh)<br /> 1/2 teaspoon Florida Seasoned Pepper or Ms. Dash Onion and Herb<br /> 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt<br /> 1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed<br /> 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips<br /> 1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips<br /> 1 container of Mushrooms<br /> 1/2 of a large yellow onion<br /> <br /> Combine all ingredients in a zip top bag. Marinate for a 30+ minutes, turning the bag occasionally to make sure all of the veggies get a good soak. Remove the vegetables from the marinade and save the liquid for later. Grill the vegetables over medium-high heat until they are tender (about 10 minutes). You can brush the veggies with the reserved liquid if your heart desires!! I ate them cold the next day in an Ezekial wrap with some sliced advocado and a dash of greek yogurt!! Muy Bueno!!<div style="float: right; margin: 4px;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/green_tea/pin.jpg" /></a></div><br /> <br /> Enjoy!<br /> Alyssa XXOO <br /> <br />

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Balsamic Grilled Veggies

This recipe is FABULOUS!!! Veggies are a staple in my house! I was never a veggie eater as a kid but, now I just can't seem to get enoug...