I first saw this recipe on The Chew (I can’t believe it’s being canceled!). Clinton Kelly’s version, however, was made with cream and dumplings and although delicious (I tried that tantalizing method first), this tastes just as good and is way healthier. I stuffed it with even more veggies, and added rice for a starchy component. I promise, you won’t even miss the “good stuff.” It’s officially one of my family’s favorite soups.
Read MoreCrab Bisque
Making crab bisque sounds intimidating to me. But with this slow cooker version, you'll be thrilled with the very-easy-to-make-but-complicated-to-taste Manhattan chowder version. Seriously, the crab comes in a can and daintily tops the perfect tomato bisque. It doesn't get easier than that...and you'll look like a serious boss in the kitchen.
Read MorePork Pot Roast with Chipotle Tomato Sauce
This dish is a little more work than a traditional slow cooker recipe because you have to sear the meat, blend the sauce and sauté the veggies before starting the slow-cooking process. BUT...it's worth the extra 30 minutes of prep because this pork roast falls apart and melts like butter in your mouth. A little spicy, a lot hot, this soup warms you from the inside out.
Read MoreChicken Tortilla Soup
I've got a thing for healthy, easy, slow cooker recipes. This chicken tortilla soup is one of my absolute favorites - it almost makes my husband cry, it's so good. I wish I could brag that it was harder to make, or took more time, but this is really soooooooo easy. I promise you'll thank me for this one.
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