Crock pot recipes for WDW vacations

[disneyobessed]

Im also subscribing to this thread...!

THis may sound stupid but how do you pack your crock pot or do you have it shipped? I would love to do this!

 

[thelionqueen]

Im also subscribing to this thread...!

THis may sound stupid but how do you pack your crock pot or do you have it shipped? I would love to do this!

I am using one from a "pass it on" thread that Dis'ers created. Others take theirs in their car. If I couldn't do either of those, I'd pick one up at Wal-Mart for $10-15 for the trip

 

[disneyobessed]

Where is the pass it on thread.. Id love to get in on this..

 

[makingplans4WDW]

I took our crockpot on our last trip in 2009. We were staying at Fort Wilderness Cabins.

It was the best decision ever!! We are a family of 6 and each morning before heading to the parks, I put all the ingredients for that day's meal in the crock pot (buy the liners to make easy clean up) and when we returned at 1 or 2 in the afternoon our meal was waiting.

Loved, loved, loved having the crock for budget reasons and for a home cooked meal on vacation.

After checking into the cabins when we arrived, we dropped of the kids at the cabin and headed out to Walmart to buy the fresh supplies we would need for the menu I had preplanned. ((Did not like the fact that I had to go grocery shopping as soon as we arrived, but the sacrifice of park time then was sooo worth it later.))

We still talk about how nice it was to come back to a meal prepared and how much it saved us in feeding 4 hungry kids on that trip!

Would easily do it again in a heartbeat!

By the way, I found great crock pot recipes at the Fort Wilderness/Camping thread.

We also stayed at the FW Cabins (Jan 2012) with a party of 6. Perfect time/place to make use of the crock pot for dinner! I made the BBQ pulled pork sandwiches using almost the exact same root beer recipe mentioned earlier in the post. It was FANTASTIC! My kids even asked for leftovers for lunch the next day!

 

[thelionqueen]

Where is the pass it on thread.. Id love to get in on this..

Here is the link to the thread I'm a part of, hope it helps
http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2663580

 

[sleeperclan]

This is a great thread! We took our crockpot last year on a quick weekend stay. I only used it to make pot roast, potatoes, and carrots. It was so nice to throw it together in the morning and come back to the smell of the roast This year we will be doing more cooking in the villa, and the ideas here are very helpful. We have a diverse group of tastes, so we have to keep it fairly simple.

 

[Minnesota!]

What about just browning up meat with taco seasoning then throwing it in the crockpot so that when you get back from the park, meat is ready, just get the rest of the stuff out for tacos.

Yesterday I threw 2# stew meat, 3/4 jar of salsa, and some chopped onion in my crockpot. Cooked all day on low. Shredded it up when I got home, and served it on top of rice. Served corn on the side. Or you could put it in taco shells. DH and the boys loved it..

Others:

French Dip Sandwiches

Eye of round roast
1 can french onion soup
1 can beef broth
1 can beer
Put in crockpot. Cook on low 8 hours. Serve in crusty french rolls.

Crockpot Chow Mein

The Ingredients.

--1-2 lbs of meat
--2 cups of water
--2 chopped yellow onions
--2-3 cups of chopped celery

--1/4 cup cornstarch
--1/4 cup soy sauce
--3 T molasses
--1 can (16 oz) baby corn, drained
--1 can (6.5 oz) bamboo shoots, drained
--1 cup bean sprouts
--1 chopped red bell pepper

--salt and pepper to taste
--chow mein noodles
--rice

The Directions.

Put meat, chopped onion and celery, and two cups of water into crockpot

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 4. Shred meat carefully with two forks.

In a glass bowl, mix the cornstarch, soy sauce, and molasses. Mix to get rid of the little clumpy balls of cornstarch. set aside.

Chop up the red bell pepper, and add it to the crockpot. Open the bamboo shoots and corn, drain liquid, and add remaining content. Add bean sprouts.

Stir in the sauce mixture.

Cover your crockpot again and cook on high for about an hour, or until flavors have melded and the added vegetables reach desired tenderness.

Before serving, cook rice according to package instructions.

Serve the rice with the crockpot vegetables and meat, and top with the chow mein noodles



Taco Soup with Black Beans

1 lb. ground beef, browned and drained

28 oz can crushed tomatoes

15 oz. can of corn, undrained

15 oz can of black beans, undrained

15 oz can of red kidney beans, undrained

1 envelope dry Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix

1 envelope dry taco seasoning

1 small onion chopped

Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker,cook on low 4-6 hours. Garnish each individual serving with corn chips, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream.

 

[mickeyplanner]

Enjoying this thread, keep the recipes coming. Thank you to all.

 

[thelionqueen]

I have the root beer pork in the crock pot at home..I will update again tomorrow. Actually took the day off work tomorrow for some "me" time..which will include experimenting with these and other recipes. Actually looking forward to it...so is DBF

 

[Grumpy's Gal]

I make Rueben sandwiches in my crock all the time.

Place a corned beek brisket in the crock
add a jar or can of sauerkraut, drained
approx 1/2 cup of Thousand Island dressing
cook on high for 2 hours....low for 4 hours
when finished remove from crock, slice very thin and return to the crock to soak in the juice for a few minutes.
Then make sandwiches on toasted rye bread with swiss cheese.

I'm coming to your house! That sounds AMAZING!

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

Can be made with beef or pork (pork is my preference):

Barbecued beef sandwiches, cooked in the slow cooker.

Ingredients:
•2 1/2 to 3 lbs lean chuck roast or bottom round
•1 1/2 cups ketchup
•1/4 cup packed brown sugar
•1/4 cup wine vinegar
•2 tablespoons spicy mustard or Dijon
•1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
•1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
•1/2 teaspoon salt
•1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
•1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Preparation:

Place beef roast in crockpot. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over roast. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours. Remove roast, shred meat. Place shredded meat back in crockpot; stir to coat well. Spoon barbecued beef onto toasted sandwich buns and serve with extra sauce, if desired.
Serves 6 to 8.

Goes well with cole slaw.

 

[Mouseless2Long]

Easiest and tastiest crock pot recipe.

Beef roast (your choice)
Jar of pepperoncini's

Put the beef in the crock pot and dump the jar of pepperoncini's on top. Cook on low for about 6-8 hours until it's done. Shred the beef and serve on buns. It's delicious!

 

[mrsprincecharming]

OK, here it is. Disclaimer..I kind of invented this recipe and while most love it I have had comments that it is different but good. Also the amount of PB & Jelly is an estimate. When I make it I truly just eyeball it, everything else is precise.

A good idea might be to separate batter into 2 portions. Make one regular and experiment with the amount of PB&J in the other portion. It is THE best regular banana bread EVER!! If you do this be sure to add cinnamon to the "normal" batch. Hope you enjoy!


3/4C butter (I always use Parkay squeeze margarine)
2 1/2C sugar
3 eggs (beaten)
1Tbs vanilla (I like vanilla so you can do 2tsp if you like)
1/3C Sour cream
2tsp Lemon Juice
2/3 cup applesauce (without cinnamon)
2/3 cup nuts (I used coarsely chopped pecans but many use walnuts. If you like a nuttier bread add as much to your taste)
6 ripe bananas-smashed well
3C flour (add 2tbs flour for high altitude)
1 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
APPROX 1/2-2/3 cup peanut butter (haven't used crunchy but think it would be yummy)
APPROX 1 - 1 1/4 cup Jelly (I use grape but mix it up REAL good separately before adding)
(original recipe calls for 2tsp of cinnamon, I omit the cinnamon but you can include it if you like...I've had it both ways, to me the cinnamon doesnt work. I can tell by smell when I have the right amount of PB&J. It should smell like a PB&J sandwich)


Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cream butter together with sugar. Beat in eggs. Add vanilla, sour cream, lemon juice, applesauce, walnuts & bananas (and cinnamon if desired). In separate bowl mix together flour, baking powder and baking soda. Add flour mixture to wet mixture. Grease & flour (I dont use non-stick spray..do it the old fashioned way) 2 loaf pans. This is a recipe created for our large family and is a lot. Could actually make 3 smaller loaves if its too much for 2 regular pans. Pour batter a little more than half full into each pan. Bake APPROX 30-45 mins. I would check with a bamboo stick or toothpick after 30 mins. Loaves are done when stick comes out clean. Cool at least 20 mins before slicing.
Enjoy!

I've used this for french toast as well with a Knotts Berry farm syrup..realllly yummy. Again..not low calorie..lol

Thank you so much for sharing this! I can't wait to try it But I am assuming one is baking powder and one is baking soda? Can you clarify for me? Thanks again

 

[wendow]

Taco Soup with Black Beans

1 lb. ground beef, browned and drained

28 oz can crushed tomatoes

15 oz. can of corn, undrained

15 oz can of black beans, undrained

15 oz can of red kidney beans, undrained

1 envelope dry Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix

1 envelope dry taco seasoning

1 small onion chopped

Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker,cook on low 4-6 hours. Garnish each individual serving with corn chips, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream.

I have this same recipe and LOVE it So does my family and anyone else I serve it too!

 

[wendow]

I have the root beer pork in the crock pot at home..I will update again tomorrow. Actually took the day off work tomorrow for some "me" time..which will include experimenting with these and other recipes. Actually looking forward to it...so is DBF

Ooh, can't wait to hear how it was. What cut of pork did you end up using? I really want to make this soon.

 

[AlaskaMOM]

OK, here it is. Disclaimer..I kind of invented this recipe and while most love it I have had comments that it is different but good. Also the amount of PB & Jelly is an estimate. When I make it I truly just eyeball it, everything else is precise.

A good idea might be to separate batter into 2 portions. Make one regular and experiment with the amount of PB&J in the other portion. It is THE best regular banana bread EVER!! If you do this be sure to add cinnamon to the "normal" batch. Hope you enjoy!


3/4C butter (I always use Parkay squeeze margarine)
2 1/2C sugar
3 eggs (beaten)
1Tbs vanilla (I like vanilla so you can do 2tsp if you like)
1/3C Sour cream
2tsp Lemon Juice
2/3 cup applesauce (without cinnamon)
2/3 cup nuts (I used coarsely chopped pecans but many use walnuts. If you like a nuttier bread add as much to your taste)
6 ripe bananas-smashed well
3C flour (add 2tbs flour for high altitude)
1 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
APPROX 1/2-2/3 cup peanut butter (haven't used crunchy but think it would be yummy)
APPROX 1 - 1 1/4 cup Jelly (I use grape but mix it up REAL good separately before adding)
(original recipe calls for 2tsp of cinnamon, I omit the cinnamon but you can include it if you like...I've had it both ways, to me the cinnamon doesnt work. I can tell by smell when I have the right amount of PB&J. It should smell like a PB&J sandwich)


Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cream butter together with sugar. Beat in eggs. Add vanilla, sour cream, lemon juice, applesauce, walnuts & bananas (and cinnamon if desired). In separate bowl mix together flour, baking powder and baking soda. Add flour mixture to wet mixture. Grease & flour (I dont use non-stick spray..do it the old fashioned way) 2 loaf pans. This is a recipe created for our large family and is a lot. Could actually make 3 smaller loaves if its too much for 2 regular pans. Pour batter a little more than half full into each pan. Bake APPROX 30-45 mins. I would check with a bamboo stick or toothpick after 30 mins. Loaves are done when stick comes out clean. Cool at least 20 mins before slicing.
Enjoy!

I've used this for french toast as well with a Knotts Berry farm syrup..realllly yummy. Again..not low calorie..lol

Thanks for sharing. I do have a couple of questions:
baking powder/baking soda, which is which?
And how do you add the PB&J to the batter, mix it in or swirl, or??

Thanks again, my Peanut butter loving son is intrigued by the idea, and is hoping Ma will give it a whirl.

 

[MistressMerryweather]

http://www.ringaroundtherosies.net/2012/02/freezer-cooking.html

I am dying to try some of these recipes. This website is really interesting because you prebag all your ingredients together in ziploc bags. Really cool. You can freeze them and then if you are driving, load it all in your cooler and you would have all your meals and prep done.

 

[hsmamato2]

I won't be using these recipes on vacation (I have a policy) but I crockpot all the time at home.....must try that chicken/salsa cream cheese thing....
I noticed a lot of people say pork w/rootbeer, I learned years ago that any type of roast with a can of coke poured over it is WONDERFUL.....just toss in some ch. onions and some potatoes.....
my fave easiset crockpot meat is toss in chicken pieces and barbecue sauce...
my fams fave meal is corn soup
2 bags froz. corn, 2 container chicken broth,3-4 potatoes,diced,salt,pepper, cook for 6-8 hours,add some cream,maybe a cup(?) and some dry potato flakes toward the end to thicken it sprinkle bacon pieces on top,or just toss into the soup they LOVELOVELOVE this! (you can always adjust spices for personal taste,and I don't know why it is so good,but it is!)

 

[thelionqueen]

OK, loving this thread!!

Sorry for the confusion on the baking powder/baking soda debacle.
The first one should have been baking soda 1tsp, the 2nd one list should be baking powder 1 1/2tsp.

Also I live in Colorado so I adjust my baking recipes to account for high altitude. My grandmother's "general" rule was equal amounts of each and her recipe reflected that. So...that being said. Either would work, I just add a touch of extra baking powder in all baking I do, but I don't think it's necessary.

When adding PB&J I just use the mixer to add them in. Since it's such a dense bread I mix everything to death The butter & sugar I whip till very fluffy, then again when adding eggs, etc.

I guess you could whip both with the mashed bananas..just thought of that. Like I said..totally made this up on a whim..hope you enjoy it. Sorry for the confusion

 

[mrsprincecharming]

Thank you again!!! My crew is addicted to all things peanut butter and I am always looking to try something new