Make your own cream of soup so you know what’s in it. Melt 2 tbs butter, add 2 tbs flour. Blend well into a paste. Add two cups of vegetable, beef, chicken broth or milk. Add your choice minced celery, mushrooms, broccoli. or 2 cups shredded cheese for Mac and cheese. Blend and melt. Add garlic, onion, salt, pepper, your spices. Pour over elbow macaroni for Mac and cheese. This recipe is 40 years old from a LaLeche League cookbook.We also love Weber’s Beer Can Chicken seasoning. Great for chicken, hamburger, scrambled eggs, Mac and cheese.
Yess! THIS! This is exactly why I clicked on the video. Thank you so much. I always wanted to know what made cream of cans such a big thing . And what I could do to replace it. Hope you have a beautiful day ❤
To balance the acidity in tomato/marinara sauce without adding sugar - stir a small container of strained carrot baby food into the sauce while you are mixing/cooking it.
@@juneauesque I remember a WW Chili recipe which uses a can of pumpkin, and it adds lots of fiber and Vitamin A! Did not know that it would reduce acid, thanks for the info.
Perfect timing, planning out my meal plan for the next few weeks. I love crockpot meals. These will be so helpful while I'm taking care of my hubby after his hernia surgery. Ask y'all to please continue to pray for us. Thank you in advance. God Bless.
I see you everywhere between cooking channels and craft channels and you always have the sweetest comments. Your husband and you are in our thoughts and prayers!!
I thought this video today was supposed to be about not using cream of soups I thought you would be substituting for cream of soups but it seems like you’re making soups that I have nothing to do with creamer. I don’t get it I was waiting to see what the substitution were???
Your sweet and sour meatballs reminded me of a recipe I learned about when I was first married. My husband’s best friend was Hawaiian. He taught us about “12345 Ribs”. Place 1.5 lbs pork country spare ribs in a crockpot. In a small bowl, mix the following: 1Tbs sherry (dry) 2Tbs soy sauce (or your sub) 3Tbs white vinegar 4Tbs sugar (or 6 pkts Sweet n Lo) 5Tbs water. Pour over the ribs (I usually double the sauce). Cook on low 6-8 hrs. You can thicken the sauce with a cornstarch/cold water slurry if you’d like.
It’s like you read my mind! I recently developed a wheat allergy (in my 30s!) & am waiting for my allergy test results to be certain 😂 I was shocked to see that the cream of potato / mushroom cans I usually use in my pot roast crock pot recipe had WHEAT! It’s been quite an awakening to see how many foods have wheat & im slowly figuring out how to eat what I love and not hurt myself. ❤ Ty fam!!
Anytime I need a cream of, I just make it up myself. It's really not hard to do at all, and if you have a gluten free flour option, you will be good to go!!
After my 2nd child, I'm now allergic to cream! Thank you so much for showing crockpot recipes without the cream! Ever since I found you, I try all of your recipes and my family loves them. Your awesome
I love an occasional “cream of” recipe and sometimes use cream cheese in a pasta sauce or another recipe. I enjoyed seeing your variety of recipes and especially like that you use crockpot liners. Saves time and energy! 🥰
Made the Lazy Man Lasagna today. Used my favorite jar sauce with two can of Fire roasted diced tomatoes. Used frozen tortellini bc that’s what I had on hand. Added a little ricotta bc again, had it on hand. Turned out so well! Thanks for the inspiration!
Finally!! Freedom from the Cream of..!! Thank you!! We always prep and freeze meals to take on vacation. I’ve been banging my head for new ideas. So glad I stumbled across your videos.
I love freezer meals. We are me and my husband. Freezer meals work for me because I work full time days, he works full time nights. I do like you said. Make my freezer meals to fit us. 4 pcs of chicken will be a dinner for both of us and one lunch. Great recipes. Thanks!
Thank you for this video! We avoid soy protein in our household which is in SO many processed foods. It means we eat cleaner and from scratch more often. Love your videos!!
So funny! I made white chicken on Monday, compared recipes with a friend yesterday, and now you are making it! Something you may want to try, when using dried herbs, put them in the palm of your hand and then rub your hands together. Then add to the recipe. Sure makes the herbs smell better so I’m assuming there’s more flavor in the dish. Great video!
Hi there. I really appreciate this video. I rarely use cream of soups, so I was happy to see this. Your scriptures are always great. Thanks for sharing.🤗
What a blessing, did a little binging of your channel and love that you add bits and pieces of ingredients and spices. My regular answer to “how much “ is “enough!” Drives people crazy, but it’s how I think!
That looks so good. Years ago when I worked in the cafeteria at a school the supervisor said you just take your lasagna noodles dry and layer in your pan. It saves a step and it is so good that way.
I always bring my ricotta to room temp, stir it well, then use a butter knife to spread it on the dry lasagna noodles. Layer with meat sauce, shredded mozzarella & spinach then pour over a half to one cup of water to soften the noodles, bake, yum.
I also do not use "cream of" soups, or cream cheese! I never did, but now I have to be dairy free so I can't. I'm always looking for crock pot recipes - thank you!
Hi I noticed you said you use a blender to smash up beans to thicken soup. If you do not have a blender you can put cup of beans in a bowl and use a fork to smash beans then mix in smashed beans back in soup! Another way to smash beans to thicken soup you can take a wooden spoon and smash beans on the side of pot. I really enjoy your recipes! NELLIE
I really want to try those sweet and sour meatballs. I use my crockpot weekly. Taking a chuck roast and making street tacos, barbecue beef or some type of Asian style beef is always a winner here.
Hi, I this video just popped up and the title drew me in. I agree with the others about the "cream of" soups. I never buy it. I will try these recipes. My husband will especially like the chili. It's just the two of us now that our sons are married, but I still make big meals for leftovers. I loved the scripture at the end. We love the Lord, too! Many blessings to you dear.
The lunch ladies in my 1950s elementary school were from Southern Italy and taught us Yankee kids to love garlic and oregano. They taught us (actually our moms) to crush dried oregano in your palm before you add it to food to release the oils in it.I even do it at a pizzaria.
My best Crock Pot recipe came from the original recipe pamphlet that came with our first Crock Pot. Hamburger Casserole does not use any "Cream of" soups. My family also refers to it as "clean out the refrigerator casserole", because I tend to make it when we have fresh vegetables that need to be used NOW. The casserole is comprised of sliced potatoes, sliced carrots, frozen peas, sliced onions, browned hamburger, minced garlic, sliced celery, condensed tomato soup and water. Layers of everything go on the Crock Pot in the order listed, salt and pepper each layer, with the soup and water mix poured over top. 6-8 hours on Low, and it's Dinner.
use to rely heavily on the lamxtew recipe and split pea soup recipe. i think that little cookbook had potroast recipe with stewed tomato instead of the cream mushroom recipe,
So grateful for these not being cream of's. I try to take in the least amount of sodium that I can due to health reasons & the canned soups are loaded with sodium.
I'm with you adding extra cumin and extra beans (I sometimes even triple the beans.) I've substituted green enchilada sauce when out of green chilies. I don't like corn in things either, although I love adding hominy to chili. Have you tried Mexican oregano? It has a slightly different flavor to Greek or Italian oregano, and I especially like it in chili or Tex-Mex dishes.
I've been looking for a SC baked bean recipe that isn't just canned baked beans with extra stuff added and is more from scratch and this looks awesome! Thanks for sharing!
For your meatball recipe try 1 jar of grape jelly with 1 jar or 2 of chili sauce or if u make your own chili sauce that works to it really good ! Cheers
I'm with ya on no cream of canned soup! I found through experimentation that any bean soup turns out great with dry beans cooked on high for 6-7 hours. Don't have to soak or pre cook. Just throw in the ingredients and let it be.
Thank you for these because I don’t use cream of soups either. If I find a recipe with them, I just make a homemade cream of soup but I don’t always feel like doing that extra step🤣 I’d love more of these
I like to use “cream of” base that I make from scratch when a recipe calls for it. These are great ideas. I’ve added the layered lasagna and sweet and sour meatballs to our meal plan this month. I have two teenagers who hate crock pot meals, but they may be okay with these two. Additionally, for those commenting that the plastic liners leach “toxins”, these liners are made specifically to not do that. You do you!
I have a crock pot I have not put to use yet I have been watching you make yummy desserts snacks treats and other interesting meals that I have tried and they were fantastic.Now finally I will be inspired to put my crock to use making some of these meals They all look so good THANKS !!
Recently found your channel because if this video. I really appreciate casseroles without canned soups. I really appreciate your recipes for the most part use quality ingredients that I cool with. Thank you! Subscribed. Also I just have to say you have say you have a bubbly personality that is not over the top or phony.
Thank you. These are great ideas. Love ravioli. ❤ the meatballs look delicious. Chicken soup is a nice idea. Why is a bag in the crockpot? For easy cleanup? What about cooking in plastic? All your recipes look good, just got distracted by the bag thing.
Good question! They are BPA free, although I am still not sure how often I will use them. I got a big pack at Sam's Club so I am working my way through them.
Hello! Thanks for the great CP meals. I’ll certainly try some. Food tip: any tomato based dishes, add a pinch of baking soda. It neutralizes the acidity without added sugar.😊 Prayers of blessings ~
I cook A LOT crockpot recipes and I have NEVER used "cream of"😂😂😂 Love cooking and baking and enjoy watching others doing something Im passionate about! Just found your channel and love it! 😊 I have 4 crockpots and ALWAYS go for the oldest one, but I bring the newest/nicest one to church. 😅
I never use cream of soups.! I rather cook where I can govern the intake of salt and carbs.! But I was in need of different recipes, (I think I’m in a rut.!). Theses are great and different.! Thank you for what you are doing.! I’m new to you and will be watching more.!!
I’m an empty nester widow, but always cooked homemade meals for my daughters. I make homemade meals for myself now because I don’t eat out much and freeze them into individual portions for work meals. I also divide the meals in half and have a whole meal for one of my daughters and then the other half make into individual meals for myself. I still get to make my favorite meals for myself and provide meals for my daughters. I haven’t learned to cook for one.
I too am widowed and find cooking for just one is expensive and honestly just depressing. I love this idea - sharing the joy of good food and familiar tastes
See..lI like Crock pot meals, loving the cream of soups. I have health problems ( pinched nerve) in lower back and other health problems, but..standing or sitting to long hurts me, so..these meals are good to try and fix to help me with meals. Thank you for your video dear.
Thank you for your effort extended in making this video; I appreciate it. Have you considered adding chapter markers to your videos? Would be a great deal more likely to refer back to this video (and refer it to friends) if each recipe was a different chapter. Again, thank you for making this video!
.... I make ( and made ) so many Crock Pot ( and regular meals) over these years, WITHOUT " cream of whatever " Soup .... I RARELY use any of those types of Soups , and I have to concur with those Conversations... " gee, that sounds like a fairly good Recipe, but.... I don't use ( or HAVE) " Cream of _____ Soup " ... people use those for " convience ", but they're not good for you, on a regular basis, .... and you can actually make your own " Cream of Soups " if you have a little extra time to do so. So thank you !! I usually make a simple white sauce, a Roux / sauce of some kind, or whatever. That Ravioli dish looks soooo good. ..!
Well prepared, very organized, and articulate in your directions! Everything looks easy to make and uses good ingredient combinations. Great informative video with lots of variety! 😊❤
So glad I ran into your channel. I also pass once I see “cream of “ bc I have to be gluten free and they all have gluten. Thanks for these recipes. Those items you use that have gluten, I can sub with gluten free items ie. noodles or flour.
I too, bypass the "Cream of Whatever" soupcan recipes. Too many additives/chemicals in those little soupcans! But I DO love your recipes a LOT!! You are very engaging, very easy to follow along with, and such a good cook! I am a Grandma and I think you look like you could be one of my daughters! So, of course, I think you are cute as can be too! Best of luck with your YouTubing Videos! You are great at it!
Love the recipe ideas and will definitely try most of them out, but just thought I’d suggest you do your research on the dangers of plastic and our food. Have a blessed day.
I love your recipes and can't wait to try them out. I would ditch those plastic liners and also aluminum ones for the oven. It is not worth the health risks. Companies are trying to make money off products that are not good for our health, it does not matter that they are BPA free. Look up the effects it has on your body, it is scary. I am just trying to be helpful and would hate to see someone's family members have something wrong with them down the line because of using these marketed products. I look forward to more of your videos.
I bought a large pack of them at Sam's club and was trying not to be wasteful, but I have actually already done that research and wouldn't buy them again
Hey Amber! Thank you for these recipes I Am looking forward to trying some of these. In the potato soup recipe do you have a suggestion for a substitute for the butter? Butter is so pricey for us right now I Am looking for ways to continue to make good meals. Any suggestions are welcome💜.
Butter (animal fat) substitutes; Schmaltz, also known as rendered chicken fat. Tallow, also known as rendered beef fat. Lard, also known as rendered pork fat. Or bacon fat, also known as rendered bacon fat, lol. Just use a bit less of any of these. Animal fats are good for you.
It’s just so much easier to do this in a big pot on the stove. I never know how long to cook something in a crock pot. And… well … I’m impatient so I want it now. This looks so good
If you had included photos of even the meals you just popped in the freezer, this already excellent video would’ve been perfect! (That would have given me the opportunity to “eat first with my eyes,” and all that jazz.)
you just showed up in my feed and I am sooooo glad! loved all of your recipes and tips. I can't wait to watch more of your vlogs 😊 And make some of the meals... yummy
Do you have a cookbook ? That would be great. This would really make a good gift for anyone, but I’m thinking of my daughter and her husband, although he is a very picky eater,but he just found out he has a horrible cancer about 4 months ago and she’s been taking him to Chemo treatments, Your recipes would be great she could have them made up, wouldn’t take so long to figure what they’ll have to eat at any time. This all sounds so great, for anyone to use.Thanks God Bless ♥️🙏🏽🙏🏽
This was a nice video for those of us who care about the unhealthy ingredients in canned soups. I’m trying to eat healthy as possible. I know it’s impossible to be completely additive or chemical free but I’m always amazed that no one ever comments on those crockpot liners. I don’t know what they are made of, but I’m sure chemicals are leaching into your food. It’s not that hard to wash a crockpot for your families long term health. I was happy to see you didn’t always use the liners. Thank you for your hard work in showing your recipes.
I bought a bulk pack of them and didn't want to waste them but I likely won't buy them again. The cream of soups... they are SOO easy to make if you ever need them!
Came across your video and it’s great , learned a lot I needed to find recipes and I am going to try some of your recipes,I live in Scotland uk and we can’t get some of the ingredients you used but I think I can work around that , Thankyou for including information as to what can be used instead of a particular ingredient I found that very useful,an excellent video with great instruction
I just found your channel and what a revelation for this video. I'm loving these crock pot meal ideas and plan to try a lot of them. Great channel and cute name.
Thank you so much Amber! Can you check the link for the creamy chicken soup? It seems to be the wrong link, and I want to try it. Thank you for all you do. Have a great day! 😃
I have a tip for when you burn your mouth on pizza, tea, soup, hot chocolate, or ravioli crockpot dinner. (I learned this trick back in 1980 after burning my tongue on hot tea.) Take a packet (if you’re out and about) or tablespoon of plain white sugar (not artificial sweeteners), pour it on your tongue, close your lips, and let it dissolve. That’s it. The pain will diminish by at least half, if not completely, almost immediately.
You were commenting, one or two people in the house for the freezer meals I do make four different meals but I also bought the smaller crockpot you can get them like two for $10 around Christmas time perfect size for the smaller freezer meals for one or two people
Make your own cream of soup so you know what’s in it. Melt 2 tbs butter, add 2 tbs flour. Blend well into a paste. Add two cups of vegetable, beef, chicken broth or milk. Add your choice minced celery, mushrooms, broccoli. or 2 cups shredded cheese for Mac and cheese. Blend and melt. Add garlic, onion, salt, pepper, your spices. Pour over elbow macaroni for Mac and cheese. This recipe is 40 years old from a LaLeche League cookbook.We also love Weber’s Beer Can Chicken seasoning. Great for chicken, hamburger, scrambled eggs, Mac and cheese.
YES! We always make our own if we need it.
Not all heroines wear capes!
Yess! THIS! This is exactly why I clicked on the video. Thank you so much. I always wanted to know what made cream of cans such a big thing . And what I could do to replace it. Hope you have a beautiful day ❤
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Actually the base made with flour, butter and milk is just called bechamelle sauce and is a staple in Italian and French cuisine since ages...
To balance the acidity in tomato/marinara sauce without adding sugar - stir a small container of strained carrot baby food into the sauce while you are mixing/cooking it.
Thanks for the tips!
I've also used canned pumpkin to reduce acidity in tomato sauce.
Toss in a carrot . Pull it out when done . Easy peesie .
@@juneauesque I remember a WW Chili recipe which uses a can of pumpkin, and it adds lots of fiber and Vitamin A! Did not know that it would reduce acid, thanks for the info.
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Perfect timing, planning out my meal plan for the next few weeks. I love crockpot meals. These will be so helpful while I'm taking care of my hubby after his hernia surgery. Ask y'all to please continue to pray for us. Thank you in advance. God Bless.
I see you everywhere between cooking channels and craft channels and you always have the sweetest comments. Your husband and you are in our thoughts and prayers!!
@Scented Dragronfly with Michelle Howard aw thank you. Yes, I watch a lot of both cooking and craft channels. We appreciate the prayers.
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@@JESUSLOVESYOU.150 thank you.
Praying for you and your husband. 🙏✝️🫂❤️
As soon as I see "cream of" I pass on the recipe. Thanks for this video, love your channel. So helpful!!!!!
You are so welcome!
May I ask why you don't like cream of soups. Just curious because I use them sometimes in casseroles.
@@marthalewis6776 too much sodium and a highly processed food. Not good for me.
I thought this video today was supposed to be about not using cream of soups I thought you would be substituting for cream of soups but it seems like you’re making soups that I have nothing to do with creamer. I don’t get it I was waiting to see what the substitution were???
@@LalaDee6251 You can make homemade cream of soups. Plenty of easy recipes online
Absolutely agree with your friends. So many crock pot meals have cream soups which I never use. Glad for you showing other recipes.
Glad these are helpful!
Your sweet and sour meatballs reminded me of a recipe I learned about when I was first married. My husband’s best friend was Hawaiian. He taught us about “12345 Ribs”.
Place 1.5 lbs pork country spare ribs in a crockpot.
In a small bowl, mix the following:
1Tbs sherry (dry)
2Tbs soy sauce (or your sub)
3Tbs white vinegar
4Tbs sugar (or 6 pkts Sweet n Lo)
5Tbs water.
Pour over the ribs (I usually double the sauce).
Cook on low 6-8 hrs. You can thicken the sauce with a cornstarch/cold water slurry if you’d like.
ohh my goodness this sounds absolutely delicious!!
@@FeedingtheByrds kids love it, too.
I made the ravioli lasagna and my picky family liked it! And I had layered in small pieces of fresh spinach, too.
Yay!! I'm so glad
It’s like you read my mind! I recently developed a wheat allergy (in my 30s!) & am waiting for my allergy test results to be certain 😂 I was shocked to see that the cream of potato / mushroom cans I usually use in my pot roast crock pot recipe had WHEAT! It’s been quite an awakening to see how many foods have wheat & im slowly figuring out how to eat what I love and not hurt myself. ❤ Ty fam!!
You can find gluten free cream of chicken and mushroom soups at least. Some stores don't carry them but maybe can order onkine.
@@lindafroemke194 or make your own from scratch
Anytime I need a cream of, I just make it up myself. It's really not hard to do at all, and if you have a gluten free flour option, you will be good to go!!
My daughter has to be gluten-free, so I have to buy gluten-free everything, including pasta items.
After my 2nd child, I'm now allergic to cream! Thank you so much for showing crockpot recipes without the cream! Ever since I found you, I try all of your recipes and my family loves them. Your awesome
Aww yay! I am so glad you are enjoying!
I love an occasional “cream of” recipe and sometimes use cream cheese in a pasta sauce or another recipe. I enjoyed seeing your variety of recipes and especially like that you use crockpot liners. Saves time and energy! 🥰
Yes! So many great methods for cooking.
As soon as I seen NO cream soups I pass it right up! Thats great that you do it for those that dont like cream soups..
There are so many good recipes with them and also great ones without!
Made the Lazy Man Lasagna today. Used my favorite jar sauce with two can of Fire roasted diced tomatoes. Used frozen tortellini bc that’s what I had on hand. Added a little ricotta bc again, had it on hand. Turned out so well! Thanks for the inspiration!
YAY! I love that you came back and told me that you made it!
Finally!! Freedom from the Cream of..!! Thank you!! We always prep and freeze meals to take on vacation. I’ve been banging my head for new ideas. So glad I stumbled across your videos.
We love to prep things to take on vacation!
I love freezer meals. We are me and my husband. Freezer meals work for me because I work full time days, he works full time nights. I do like you said. Make my freezer meals to fit us. 4 pcs of chicken will be a dinner for both of us and one lunch. Great recipes. Thanks!
You're welcome!
Thank you for this video! We avoid soy protein in our household which is in SO many processed foods. It means we eat cleaner and from scratch more often. Love your videos!!
We do the same!
So funny! I made white chicken on Monday, compared recipes with a friend yesterday, and now you are making it! Something you may want to try, when using dried herbs, put them in the palm of your hand and then rub your hands together. Then add to the recipe. Sure makes the herbs smell better so I’m assuming there’s more flavor in the dish. Great video!
Oh very interesting!!! Great tip
Doing that helps the herbs bloom and release flavor, old school cooks do it !
You can also add baking soda to the tomato sauce to help the acidity if you don’t want to add any sugar!
Great tip!
Hi there. I really appreciate this video. I rarely use cream of soups, so I was happy to see this. Your scriptures are always great.
Thanks for sharing.🤗
You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful
What a blessing, did a little binging of your channel and love that you add bits and pieces of ingredients and spices. My regular answer to “how much “ is “enough!” Drives people crazy, but it’s how I think!
YES!! That is me.
That looks so good. Years ago when I worked in the cafeteria at a school the supervisor said you just take your lasagna noodles dry and layer in your pan. It saves a step and it is so good that way.
Great tip!
I always bring my ricotta to room temp, stir it well, then use a butter knife to spread it on the dry lasagna noodles. Layer with meat sauce, shredded mozzarella & spinach then pour over a half to one cup of water to soften the noodles, bake, yum.
Good tip!
I also do not use "cream of" soups, or cream cheese! I never did, but now I have to be dairy free so I can't. I'm always looking for crock pot recipes - thank you!
You are so welcome!
Hi I noticed you said you use a blender to smash up beans to thicken soup. If you do not have a blender you can put cup of beans in a bowl and use a fork to smash beans then mix in smashed beans back in soup! Another way to smash beans to thicken soup you can take a wooden spoon and smash beans on the side of pot. I really enjoy your recipes! NELLIE
Great tip! Love that idea
I really want to try those sweet and sour meatballs. I use my crockpot weekly. Taking a chuck roast and making street tacos, barbecue beef or some type of Asian style beef is always a winner here.
Delicious!!!
Hi, I this video just popped up and the title drew me in. I agree with the others about the "cream of" soups. I never buy it. I will try these recipes. My husband will especially like the chili. It's just the two of us now that our sons are married, but I still make big meals for leftovers. I loved the scripture at the end. We love the Lord, too! Many blessings to you dear.
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed this
The lunch ladies in my 1950s elementary school were from Southern Italy and taught us Yankee kids to love garlic and oregano. They taught us (actually our moms) to crush dried oregano in your palm before you add it to food to release the oils in it.I even do it at a pizzaria.
Someone else said that a while back too and I always forget!
My best Crock Pot recipe came from the original recipe pamphlet that came with our first Crock Pot. Hamburger Casserole does not use any "Cream of" soups. My family also refers to it as "clean out the refrigerator casserole", because I tend to make it when we have fresh vegetables that need to be used NOW. The casserole is comprised of sliced potatoes, sliced carrots, frozen peas, sliced onions, browned hamburger, minced garlic, sliced celery, condensed tomato soup and water. Layers of everything go on the Crock Pot in the order listed, salt and pepper each layer, with the soup and water mix poured over top. 6-8 hours on Low, and it's Dinner.
I love it! I am all for throwing things together and hoping for the best.
use to rely heavily on the lamxtew recipe and split pea soup recipe.
i think that little cookbook had potroast recipe with stewed tomato instead of the cream mushroom recipe,
So grateful for these not being cream of's. I try to take in the least amount of sodium that I can due to health reasons & the canned soups are loaded with sodium.
Absolutely! I usually will just make up a cream of base if I really need one. They are really easy to make.
I'm with you adding extra cumin and extra beans (I sometimes even triple the beans.) I've substituted green enchilada sauce when out of green chilies. I don't like corn in things either, although I love adding hominy to chili. Have you tried Mexican oregano? It has a slightly different flavor to Greek or Italian oregano, and I especially like it in chili or Tex-Mex dishes.
One time I accidentally bought Mexican Oregano instead and it was absolutely a happy accident!
Thank you! thank you! thank you! Like you, I avoid anything requiring "cream of" soup.
You are so welcome!
I've been looking for a SC baked bean recipe that isn't just canned baked beans with extra stuff added and is more from scratch and this looks awesome! Thanks for sharing!
It was seriously so delicious!
Cook your own beans,like northern,then add your onions,bacon,brown sugar molasses,spices & bake in oven.
Thank you!!!!! I can’t cook with the cream of soups. This is so great!!!! I run into this problem with casseroles too.
You are so welcome!
For your meatball recipe try 1 jar of grape jelly with 1 jar or 2 of chili sauce or if u make your own chili sauce that works to it really good ! Cheers
YUM!
Love ❤️ the recipes..I definitely want one of those baggie holders
They are so helpfuL!
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I'm with ya on no cream of canned soup! I found through experimentation that any bean soup turns out great with dry beans cooked on high for 6-7 hours. Don't have to soak or pre cook. Just throw in the ingredients and let it be.
Oh interesting! Good to know
Thank you for these because I don’t use cream of soups either. If I find a recipe with them, I just make a homemade cream of soup but I don’t always feel like doing that extra step🤣 I’d love more of these
We will make it if we need it as well but yes, It's nice to have some recipes on hand too.
Where do you get the plastic bag holder?
I like to use “cream of” base that I make from scratch when a recipe calls for it. These are great ideas. I’ve added the layered lasagna and sweet and sour meatballs to our meal plan this month. I have two teenagers who hate crock pot meals, but they may be okay with these two. Additionally, for those commenting that the plastic liners leach “toxins”, these liners are made specifically to not do that. You do you!
I usually make a "cream of" base as well. It's really easy to do!
It’s nice to find recipes that are a bit healthier with less-processed ingredients!
I totally agree!
I have a crock pot I have not put to use yet I have been watching you make yummy desserts snacks treats and other interesting meals that I have tried and they were fantastic.Now finally I will be inspired to put my crock to use making some of these meals They all look so good THANKS !!
YAY! I love getting to inspire others!
Recently found your channel because if this video. I really appreciate casseroles without canned soups. I really appreciate your recipes for the most part use quality ingredients that I cool with. Thank you! Subscribed. Also I just have to say you have say you have a bubbly personality that is not over the top or phony.
Thank you so much for the kind words!
Awesome topic! I feel the same way, I'm literally to where I scroll past cream of recipes 🥴
Glad these were helpful!
Thank you. These are great ideas. Love ravioli. ❤ the meatballs look delicious. Chicken soup is a nice idea. Why is a bag in the crockpot? For easy cleanup? What about cooking in plastic? All your recipes look good, just got distracted by the bag thing.
Good question! They are BPA free, although I am still not sure how often I will use them. I got a big pack at Sam's Club so I am working my way through them.
Hello! Thanks for the great CP meals. I’ll certainly try some. Food tip: any tomato based dishes, add a pinch of baking soda. It neutralizes the acidity without added sugar.😊 Prayers of blessings ~
Oh great tip!! thank you
Love this! I haven't used "Cream Of" soups in decades! I've unsubscribed from a lot of channels because of this! Thanks for the great recipes!
Glad these are helpful!
I cook A LOT crockpot recipes and I have NEVER used "cream of"😂😂😂
Love cooking and baking and enjoy watching others doing something Im passionate about! Just found your channel and love it! 😊
I have 4 crockpots and ALWAYS go for the oldest one, but I bring the newest/nicest one to church. 😅
Welcome to my channel! I hope you continue to enjoy my videos :)
I never use cream of soups.! I rather cook where I can govern the intake of salt and carbs.!
But I was in need of different recipes, (I think I’m in a rut.!). Theses are great and different.! Thank you for what you are doing.! I’m new to you and will be watching more.!!
We rarely make a recipe that requires it, but if I do, I just make up a homemade "cream of" base really quickly. It's very easy to make!
I’m an empty nester widow, but always cooked homemade meals for my daughters. I make homemade meals for myself now because I don’t eat out much and freeze them into individual portions for work meals. I also divide the meals in half and have a whole meal for one of my daughters and then the other half make into individual meals for myself. I still get to make my favorite meals for myself and provide meals for my daughters. I haven’t learned to cook for one.
Great idea!!
I too am widowed and find cooking for just one is expensive and honestly just depressing. I love this idea - sharing the joy of good food and familiar tastes
Great ideas! Thank you for sharing!
God bless all here.
You are so welcome!
See..lI like Crock pot meals, loving the cream of soups. I have health problems ( pinched nerve) in lower back and other health problems, but..standing or sitting to long hurts me, so..these meals are good to try and fix to help me with meals. Thank you for your video dear.
You're welcome!!
Thank you for your effort extended in making this video; I appreciate it.
Have you considered adding chapter markers to your videos?
Would be a great deal more likely to refer back to this video (and refer it to friends) if each recipe was a different chapter.
Again, thank you for making this video!
I used to add chapters! I had stopped doing it just for the sake of time, but I can definitely consider doing those again.
.... I make ( and made ) so many Crock Pot ( and regular meals) over these years, WITHOUT " cream of whatever " Soup .... I RARELY use any of those types of Soups , and I have to concur with those Conversations... " gee, that sounds like a fairly good Recipe, but.... I don't use ( or HAVE) " Cream of _____ Soup " ... people use those for " convience ", but they're not good for you, on a regular basis, .... and you can actually make your own " Cream of Soups " if you have a little extra time to do so.
So thank you !! I usually make a simple white sauce, a Roux / sauce of some kind, or whatever.
That Ravioli dish looks soooo good. ..!
If I need them, I make it. It's so easy to make and I think the taste is so much better!
I am new subscriber I truly appreciate you showing these recipes. They look so delicious I have try a few of making slow cooker meals
Im so glad you enjoyed!!
Well prepared, very organized, and articulate in your directions! Everything looks easy to make and uses good ingredient combinations. Great informative video with lots of variety! 😊❤
Thank you so much 🙂 I'm so glad you enjoyed it
So glad I ran into your channel. I also pass once I see “cream of “ bc I have to be gluten free and they all have gluten. Thanks for these recipes. Those items you use that have gluten, I can sub with gluten free items ie. noodles or flour.
I am so glad you enjoyed!
I too, bypass the "Cream of Whatever" soupcan recipes. Too many additives/chemicals in those little soupcans! But I DO love your recipes a LOT!! You are very engaging, very easy to follow along with, and such a good cook! I am a Grandma and I think you look like you could be one of my daughters! So, of course, I think you are cute as can be too! Best of luck with your YouTubing Videos! You are great at it!
Aww!! You are so sweet. Thank you
Ravioli in the crockpot is the best! Thank you for sharing your ideas.
You are so welcome!
Love the recipe ideas and will definitely try most of them out, but just thought I’d suggest you do your research on the dangers of plastic and our food.
Have a blessed day.
I bought a huge box of them at Sam's Club a while back and didn't want to waste them.
You are awesome. God bless u sweet girl. You saved me searching for food ideas this week. ❤❤❤
You are so welcome!
I love your recipes and can't wait to try them out. I would ditch those plastic liners and also aluminum ones for the oven. It is not worth the health risks. Companies are trying to make money off products that are not good for our health, it does not matter that they are BPA free. Look up the effects it has on your body, it is scary. I am just trying to be helpful and would hate to see someone's family members have something wrong with them down the line because of using these marketed products. I look forward to more of your videos.
I bought a large pack of them at Sam's club and was trying not to be wasteful, but I have actually already done that research and wouldn't buy them again
I just found you (new subscriber) and I am so happy I did.. alot of great ideas that I an work with. Thank you for sharing!
Awesome! Thank you so much for subscribing!
Hey Amber! Thank you for these recipes I Am looking forward to trying some of these. In the potato soup recipe do you have a suggestion for a substitute for the butter? Butter is so pricey for us right now I Am looking for ways to continue to make good meals. Any suggestions are welcome💜.
Honestly, you might be able to go without it, or if you feel like it needs a touch of fat, maybe an olive or coconut oil. Just a touch.
Butter (animal fat) substitutes;
Schmaltz, also known as rendered chicken fat. Tallow, also known as rendered beef fat. Lard, also known as rendered pork fat. Or bacon fat, also known as rendered bacon fat, lol. Just use a bit less of any of these. Animal fats are good for you.
We cook with bacon fat. Coconut oil is neutral in flavor, works really well in some dishes as a substitute. Might have to adjust quantity.
i love all these! I make the exact same potato soup, but i add italian sausage instead of ground beef. Just a little more flavor, but not ham.
YES! Great idea!
These are awesome ideas!
Glad you like them!
Great video!! I'd love more of these kind. Anything to help with smaller meals since I am single and love food LOL
More to come!
Yes!! I avoid crockpot dishes because of the “cream” soups. Thank you ❤
You are so welcome!
I am loving these recipes!! Love that scripture too!😊
YAY!
Great video, maybe you could show us how to make cream of soups to use instead😊
I think I did it one video. But I will remember that next time I make it too!
Thank you! The “Cream of soup” thing is way overdone . Not Richard..he’s my love..Jody from Indiana. Subscribed and liked.
Hey Jody! yes, anytime we need it, I just make it up from scratch. I'm really not a fan of them!
Your English perfect and your video are excellent!!! Thank you for share your idea!!!
Thank you so much!
It’s just so much easier to do this in a big pot on the stove. I never know how long to cook something in a crock pot. And… well … I’m impatient so I want it now. This looks so good
Thank you so much!
Everything looks so delicious,thanks
You're welcome!
Omg, I will be making all your meals, my boy's will Love it! ❤️
Hope you enjoy!
If you had included photos of even the meals you just popped in the freezer, this already excellent video would’ve been perfect! (That would have given me the opportunity to “eat first with my eyes,” and all that jazz.)
That's a great tip!
you just showed up in my feed and I am sooooo glad! loved all of your recipes and tips. I can't wait to watch more of your vlogs 😊 And make some of the meals... yummy
Yay! I'm so glad you're here!
Me too..I was making beans tonight, and phone musta heard me, ha. I like the look of your recipes. Thanks😊
Oh I love this, thank you. And I’m especially pleasantly surprised with that bibleverse at the I love it! Keep shining and sharing😄
Thank you! Will do.
I don't even have a crock pot but I am finding the video inspiring and addictive viewing ❤
I love it!!
Mrs Byrds, I agree, if cooking with any type of tomato's, do yourself a favor and add just a little bit of sugar. It will instantly cut the acidity.
Yes!! We do that a lot
Thank you so much for the amazing looking recipes.
My pleasure 😊
Heavy whipping cream at the end is so so good . 1/2 to 3/4
Oh good idea!
Do you have a cookbook ? That would be great. This would really make a good gift for anyone, but I’m thinking of my daughter and her husband, although he is a very picky eater,but he just found out he has a horrible cancer about 4 months ago and she’s been taking him to Chemo treatments,
Your recipes would be great she could have them made up, wouldn’t take so long to figure what they’ll have to eat at any time. This all sounds so great, for anyone to use.Thanks God Bless ♥️🙏🏽🙏🏽
Maybe one day!! I would love to have a cookbook.
Thank you Amber for another quality and engaging video on crockpot meals! I haven’t used mine in sooo long, so I’m definitely inspired!! Godspeed💜🙏🏻💜
You are so welcome!
Your video came up at the perfect time! I'm a new subscriber. Loved the Bible verse at the end. 😊
Awesome! Thank you! I'm so glad you're here.
Thanks for the recipes. That was alot of work. Thanks again.
So glad you enjoyed! You're welcome
This was a nice video for those of us who care about the unhealthy ingredients in canned soups. I’m trying to eat healthy as possible. I know it’s impossible to be completely additive or chemical free but I’m always amazed that no one ever comments on those crockpot liners. I don’t know what they are made of, but I’m sure chemicals are leaching into your food. It’s not that hard to wash a crockpot for your families long term health. I was happy to see you didn’t always use the liners. Thank you for your hard work in showing your recipes.
I bought a bulk pack of them and didn't want to waste them but I likely won't buy them again.
The cream of soups... they are SOO easy to make if you ever need them!
Good evening Amber and thank you for sharing your yummy meals
You're welcome! Always love sharing with you all.
Came across your video and it’s great , learned a lot I needed to find recipes and I am going to try some of your recipes,I live in Scotland uk and we can’t get some of the ingredients you used but I think I can work around that , Thankyou for including information as to what can be used instead of a particular ingredient I found that very useful,an excellent video with great instruction
I'm so glad you found it helpful!
Thank you! I love stuff without cream of. ....less salt.
You are so welcome!
I just found your channel and what a revelation for this video. I'm loving these crock pot meal ideas and plan to try a lot of them. Great channel and cute name.
Thank you so much. So glad you're enjoying!
Thank you so much Amber! Can you check the link for the creamy chicken soup? It seems to be the wrong link, and I want to try it. Thank you for all you do. Have a great day! 😃
Sorry about that! It should be right now.
@@FeedingtheByrds Great it works now! And no problem. ❤️
All of these look so Yummy. The lasagna looks soooo good, have to try 😋 Thank you for the Scripture... Subscribed and hit the 🔔
Thank you so much. Definitely try it and let me know what you thought!
I have a tip for when you burn your mouth on pizza, tea, soup, hot chocolate, or ravioli crockpot dinner. (I learned this trick back in 1980 after burning my tongue on hot tea.)
Take a packet (if you’re out and about) or tablespoon of plain white sugar (not artificial sweeteners), pour it on your tongue, close your lips, and let it dissolve. That’s it. The pain will diminish by at least half, if not completely, almost immediately.
Great tip! That's so interesting
Every time a can of soup is suggested, I make my own like yours. Had too much of those cans types as a kid!
It tastes so much better homemade!
Everything looks Delicious 🤤❤️❤️
Thank you 😋
You were commenting, one or two people in the house for the freezer meals I do make four different meals but I also bought the smaller crockpot you can get them like two for $10 around Christmas time perfect size for the smaller freezer meals for one or two people
Love this!!
These all sound amazing. Thank you for sharing.
You are so welcome!
Great recipe ideas! Thanks so much for sharing.
You are so welcome!
Love the recipes and I'll be trying ravioli in mine next. Please ditch the plastic liner though, plastic leaches toxins into your food.
I bought a big pack of them and didn't want to be wasteful. But I don't think I would buy them again
Hi I'm really looking forward to trying your crock-pot recipes they look so good 👍😊👏👏👏
God bless you and your family and keep you safe.
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Thank you!
Thanks for this wonderful video. I just subscribed! And I love the Bible verse at the end.
yay! I am so glad you're here!
Mandy was screaming to take.the stems off of the spinach! 🤣🇨🇱
😂😍 Next time she comes over I am going to serve spinach stems! @mandyinthemaking
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I like your style‼️
Thank you! I don't like cream of recipes. These lookvery yummy.
Glad you like them!