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Inside: This collection of fast, easy and family-friendly no preparation slow cooker recipes will make making dinner simple when life gets complicated.
by Robin
We often have the best intentions to cook dinner ourselves, don’t we? It’s usually healthier and it always costs less than restaurant meals.
But today, I’m sick. And with every Kleenex I reach for I’m fighting the urge to also reach for a takeout menu.
I have a go-to recipe for when, for whatever reason, I don’t have the time or energy to cook. It’s my Dump & Dash Slow Cooker Chili. Every single ingredient is waiting for me in the kitchen. I literally dump it in the slow cooker and mere moments later dinner is no longer on my to-do list.
Here’s the thing. I’ve been sick for a couple of days now. And two days ago, when this cold first knocked me down, we had the Dump & Dash Chilli. My chili has become one of my son’s favourites (he used to be less than excited to see it on the table until Ed discovered this new product) but twice in three days would be pushing it.
I’ve got my Meal Plan Master List. Have you made one yet? It’s a meal planning game changer – normally.
But what my current master list lacks is more mindless, effortless meals like my dump chilli. That’s what this post is all about: little to no preparation slow cooker recipes that are delicious – you just dump it all in the crockpot and you’re done.
Low to No Preparation Slow Cooker Recipes
If you’re looking for more simple and delicious recipes – that’s one of our specialties! Check out these family favourites here.
Want some fast and easy recipes for the Instant Pot? We’ve got another great collection of Instant Pot Dump Recipes here!
Another super simple way to get supper on the table fast is Sheet Pan Meals! Ever made one? I’ve curated a collection of these simple, easy prep family meals!
ferryfolk
Friday 23rd of February 2018
PS. Get well soon :)
frugalfamilytimes
Saturday 24th of February 2018
I’m mostly better, but poor Ed is down with it now. 😢 I’m so good at sharing!
ferryfolk
Friday 23rd of February 2018
Brilliant! I'm looking at my crockpot with new eyes. Thank you :) MJ sr.
frugalfamilytimes
Saturday 24th of February 2018
I’m glad you like the list, MJ! Happy crockpotting!