White meat can dry out after a long haul in the slow cooker, so we opt for bone-in thighs to guarantee optimal flavor and succulence. Make prep easier with prepeeled garlic, and pretty-up the platter with lemon slices and thyme sprigs. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 cup unsalted chicken stock 1/4 cup dry white wine […]
There’s no better way to celebrate St. Paddy than with a showstopping feast of beef, cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. To create the traditional flavor profile of corned beef and cabbage without the traditionally massive sodium spike, we simmer brisket in a strong aromatic spice blend at low and slow heat rather than starting with brined […]
The low, even heat of the slow cooker helps flavor powerhouses like miso, sesame oil, and soy sauce impart tenderizing moisture, umami depth, and savory personality to common pot roast. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices 8 garlic cloves, crushed 1 1/2 teaspoons canola oil 1 (2-pound) boneless chuck roast, trimmed […]
Choose a low-moisture ricotta. If you can’t shape a loose ball with the cheese, place it in a strainer, and drain the excess liquid for about an hour. Ingredients 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed 1.5 ounces (about 1/3 cup) plus 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided 1 1/2 cups part-skim ricotta cheese (such as Calabro […]
A full-plate dinner simmers to saucy, savory perfection in the slow cooker. To end up with super-succulent pork, don’t overcook the chops in the pan before adding to the slow cooker. Just a couple of minutes per side will be enough to achieve nice color. Don’t be afraid of the time, you will only be actively […]
Any ramen lover will tell you–it’s all about the broth. We build layers of rich umami flavor with the help of mushroom stems, fresh ginger, kombu (a type of edible kelp), sesame oil, and, of course, low and slow heat. Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 (2-pound) boneless pork shoulder roast 2 onions, peeled and […]
This soup is perfect for ushering in fall: It’s hearty enough for the beginning of soup season, yet brothy and veggie-packed so that it doesn’t feel too heavy. Pair it with a slaw or kale side salad and crusty whole-grain bread for a light, satisfying dinner. This recipe is ideal for a weekend, when you […]
Leaving the peels on the sweet potatoes has three benefits: Prep is faster, you add more fiber, and the potatoes hold their shape better after the 7-hour simmer. Besides, the peels get so tender that you barely notice they’re there. If you’d like to change things up, try parsnips in place of the sweet potatoes; […]
Some sort of magic happens over the long, controlled simmer in the slow cooker: The barley cooks to tender-chewy perfection, the inexpensive and tough beef becomes meltingly tender, and the liquid thickens to a beautiful gravy. Be patient and brown the meat thoroughly; this adds incredible depth to the stew. Go with hulled, whole-grain barley […]
Notes: Prepare the ingredients for this stir-fry while the noodle pillows bake; cook the mixture (step 2) just before the pillows are done. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, rinsed 1 1/2 cups fat-skimmed chicken broth 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger […]
