🍂10 BEST🍂 Fall Crockpot Recipes: Perfect Comfort Food!

[@cdorst2286]

I just read your post about Gracie. I’m so glad that you were able to share your life with such a cutie.

[@anetzband1383]

OK. I'm almost 75. I've stopped the video before you're even done with the first recipe because this brings back MEMORIES!! I had a four quart Rival crock pot where the innards were fixed and the whole pot had to be carefully washed out. (I have the same model that I use now that I got at a church sale for $2) . This was one of my first crockpot recipes and I haven't made it in years. However, many times I substituted peach jam for the apricot jam, and in my mind our Russian dressing was not orange but much redder--kind of like Kraft Catalina. Anyway, I'm going to put this on my list of dinners to make again. I've been married more than 55 years, so this had to be from the early 70s. THANKS for sharing.

[@serenashort-jolley5966]

Corn tortillas prep Mandy: lighty fry the tortillas in oil, just to moisten, NOT to crisp... maybe 10 sec total for each tortilla. After lightly frying, drain on paper towels.... no more fall apart! ❤

[@fluffymoonflower]

Corn tortillas can be fragile, especially when filled with ingredients. Using two tortillas helps prevent tearing and makes it easier to hold the taco without spilling the filling.

[@darcyferrigno]

I am a born and raised PNW girl. I love and can't get over the way the southerners say the word "oil" or "boil" Its cute, no judgment

[@dianamahar483]

Same here…hahaha..PNW…

[@staceymckinsey9252]

Born and raised in Southern Oregon, but my mother was from the Virginia…. I say oil (“ole”) boil (“bowl”) and tinfoil (“tinfole”). I do get the looks. 😅😊😂

[@alleykeosheyan4779]

Something about Southern folks. They can tell you to "go to hell" and make you look forward to the trip!

[@MissTaken40]

I came here to say the same about 'oil' and 'boil'. 😊 Nova Scotia, Canada here...I've never heard it said this way before. 😊

[@debbiegradowski9885]

I’m sorry but what is PNW? girl? Thanks hon z😉

[@lyneahanson1392]

Your chuck roast recipe 2nd recipe. Pan fry in the corn tortillas with just a little olive oil on it!! Delicious ❤

[@angel196989]

chicken and dumplings is the first thing that comes to mind when fall gets here. I make it throughout the year but more when fall/winter sets in. It's one of my son's favorite meals, so I always make extra for him to take home. My second go to is chili, I use instant mashed potato flakes to thicken my beef stew and chicken stew when I don't have corn starch

[@cinder8290]

That’s my favourite too. I’m Canadian but my mom was an Okie from Tulsa and hers were good.

[@kimstout6419]

FYI They sell pre sliced Hawaiian buns now! 😀

[@Dmorgan0522]

I make an apricot chicken casserole which is the same ingredients but instead of Russian dressing I use Ken’s Country French dressing . No accent spice.

[@DebraCaraballo]

Dumplings are one of my very favorites, just wish I could make them successfully! I just can’t seem to get it right with the broth to dumpling ratio.

[@TerELyn]

I have never had chicken & dumplings. Really must try 😊

[@mandileigh3004]

Yes my mom taught me to fry in about an inch of oil. Fold in half and prop up then flip over. There is a learning curve. But they r great.

[@0427MB]

So sorry to hear about Gracie Lou. We will miss seeing her so much on your video's. I hope your broken hearts heal, and they will with time.... I hope that you will get another kitty that needs a home someday... for there are so many of them, and you would have a great home for one to share with you. And it would help your broken hearts too. God Bless you guys.

[@kimberlysusie701]

Oh, these all are so good! The sauce from Mable White's chicken would be good with a pork roast or chops as another option. Sweet Gracie Lou ❤ 🧀

[@janetatkinson9023]

When Fall temps hit gotta cook some chili. Hope everybody has a good weekend, Peace and Love from Ga.

[@Renee406Mt]

You have a nice weekend also.

[@KirstenJamerson]

Totally agree!! Now I want to make chili tomorrow for supper ❤

[@Candie-ub2yv]

Back at you! Thank you!

[@KingdomChld]

Just made chili last night😊

[@ionecuff6323]

I make my own folded crispy corn tortillas. I prefer corn tortillas crispy, but flour tortillas I will warm or bake. I bake my cheese crisps (a flour tortilla with melted shredded cheese on top. My husband liked his with sliced jalapenos and cheese on his).

[@ginariverafickett7299]

I just love your husband’s reaction to the food. So cute!

[@janmclain6301]

No I don't use Accent since I found out it is MSG. I do so love your recipes. Especially the family reactions and sweet Gracie!

[@Jamie-m5t]

Yes we love Accent over here!😊 Wakes up food flavor. Have to have pot roast in this house and chicken and dumpings. Love you , your husband , your kid and cat just precious that you all sit down and eat together . Love all your recipes. 😊Thank you.❤

[@karenwestby-gibson758]

Try this: 1 Chuck roast , large sliced onion, large red & green bell peppers, 1 pkg taco seasoning Cook till roast is tender in crockpot. Serve over rice.

[@paulalarsen7697]

For the Russian apricot chicken, I've been making that for years and I've never used additional oil or msg. I just mix the onion soup mix, apricot preserves, Russian dressing, and pour it over the chicken. I've also used Catalina dressing in lieu of Russian, and cranberry in lieu of apricot preserves. No matter what, it always turns out delicious.

[@anetzband1383]

I don't remember the oil either.

[@savannahgaona1220]

I get my pan or griddle really hot before I heat up the tortillas just don’t leave them on too long or they will become tough, you can even fry them with a little bit of oil for about 10 secs! 😅

[@dianavt9]

We’re going to miss her so much RIP darling girl 😢

[@mashaazran9896]

It took me a few minutes to register she was gone. She is sooo missed and definitely made an impact around the world.

[@katiakohl4653]

Who died? 😮

[@kelleydavis100]

What a FUN person to cook for your husband is!!! Girl, he cheerleads your dinners with such excitement, I bet that makes all your efforts worthwhile 😊. You guys are cute together, thanks for the videos! ❤️

[@mintbutterfly10]

RIP Gracie Lou. She saved the pageant. She saved our lives. And she taught the love of cheese 🧀 🐈 💓

[@margaretsommer1725]

Gracie Lou is gone😱

[@shay7090]

I know RIP Gracie Lou 😢 It was hard to hear her meow.

[@jcmhanel1]

I take a meat hammer and break up my hash browns while still in the bag… it is still frozen and works great.

[@Savannah-q1i]

I use a smaller fry pan & put about a TBSP of oil & get it hot & then put my corn tortilla in & turn it within a minute & then take it out & let it set on some paper towels to absorb the oil & keep them in the oven to keep them warm...

[@kimberlykris6146]

Your husband is correct, the corn and flour store bought tortillas need to be cooked. Frying the corn tortillas is best. You two make a great team!

[@PamVarilek]

Mr. Steve…you warm my heart. I love your recipes Mandy, such a selection to choose from. The two of you and your son and kitty have become a part of our home.

[@helenwilliams8471]

The first & second things I think of to cook in my crockpot is spaghetti sauce and taco soup. We love both and even though we're empty nesters, I cook a lot and freeze the extras. Thanks for sharing your yummy recipes!! ❤😋

[@margaretsommer1725]

I love love love that your son helps his Gram.👍🏻🙏🏼💗

[@amberbose7341]

Switch to La tortilla factory corn tortillas!! They are the best! I just throw them over the open flame on the stove or you can put them in the toaster! They won't crumble on you ❤

[@dianahegseth6279]

YES ACENT - MSG BRINGS FLAVORS OUT. and less sodium. Not only does it make the flavor better but tenderizes the meat. Try it - you'll like it.

[@maryallore478]

MSG makes me thirsty and lethargic.

[@tinaingram885]

It causes severe headaches too

[@teresaacuna8282]

I brush my corn tortillas lightly with olive oil and fry them in my cast iron until they get a small amount of brown (you must have your cast iron almost smoking hot) and then keep them in between some napkins or paper towels in a covered bowl until ready to use so they don't get hard.

[@sidneylemay5535]

Love, hugs and prayers coming your way. We will all miss Gracie. 💔🩷

[@sherryowens7375]

Fry your corn tortillas in oil in a small pan. A few seconds on each side. When you pull them out, use a folded paper towel to get most of the excess of oil off. Awesome for any taco!

[@tracisperry7874]

I heat oil in a skillet, cook the tortillas in the hot oil about 5-10 seconds a side, then lay them on paper towels to drain any excess oil. They are soft, not hard. This is the way I grew up having corn tortillas. Another way is to spray your skillet with PAM and cook each side for about 5-10 seconds. When I do this for carnitas we double tortilla them as you did. Hope that helps. Love these recipes! Thank you!

[@shirleyschoenherr7622]

Steven cracks me up

[@kathydoylewoods4398]

I have been making the recipe with russian dressing, onion soup, apricot jelly for 50 years. The only thing different is i don't use oil. The recipe i have, does not call for it. I just recently discovered you and love your channel. I cant wait to watch all your you tubes. You are adorable and i enjoy your husband as well.

[@ashleybarton1893]

San Diego taco expert here. Tortillas- you have to toast them on the stove, either right on the burner or on a pan. They should be a little charred. Also- try putting some oil in a pan, dipping your tortillas in the meat juice. Fry in both side, add cheese ands beef to half of the tortilla, fold over the other half, and crisp up on both sides. Should also be a bit charged, and Ooey gooey melty inside. Like a quesadilla but better. QuesaTACO.

[@Dindasayswhynot]

The perfect way (but then I was raised in SD, so ... LOL)

[@niania7022]

Yes! Best way to do corn tortillas. Mexican lady taught me how. It

[@kymblackburn7734]

I just watched this and saw Gracie Lou and it brought tears to my eyes. Wonderful recipes ❤ God bless your family ❤

[@janicenash8382]

We Love Gracie Lou, pray she is okay 🙏❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@NancyHowlett]

I make small individual chicken pot pies with my grand kids initials on top of each one that makes them feel special when they visit me.❤️

[@melissathomas2314]

Crockpot meatloaf made with Stove Top stuffing with Savory Herbs. YUM!!

[@TerELyn]

My husband is not a big beef stew fan but his grandpa (RIP) LOVED mine, I also add a deep red wine. I make it every now and then because it reminds us of Hank ❤

[@mintbutterfly10]

❤ That’s so great. My goal this fall/winter is to learn how to make really good beef stew.

[@catherineenos1999]

Can’t wait to try this!!

[@melissabarnett4017]

My husband says “technically, you always be cookin’ on here with an accent.” 😂😂 We just love y’all!

[@Kymom776]

That is just about the funniest thing I have heard today 😂😂

[@melissabarnett4017]

@@Kymom776 he cracks me up! Reminds me of Mandy’s husband so much lol

[@marinaannetoma1268]

😂😂

[@cathylongoria5926]

Ok we just had dinner, tried the Mississippi chicken. All I can say is WOW! Delicious. Everyone needs to try. So juicy and flavorful. I made homemade ciabatta rolls. Yum. Thank you for this recipe.

[@SheilaStahl-vt6sd]

Baked macaroni and cheese is the first thing I want when it turns chilly

[@pamowen3452]

Yes Steven, pan fry em! I adore the way you (Mandy) say “foil”❤

[@seawench37]

For those that can handle msg with no reactions, it's a wonderful additive. I love to add a sprinkle or 2 to my dishes

[@denise4922]

Agreed. Alot of processed foods contain MSG, including ranch powder.

[@crystalwhaley2363]

Steve is such a great common tator!!!!!😂

[@joette3477]

I use accent too..a tiny bit makes a BIG difference!

[@andreabashore8435]

These look so good! I can't wait to try a few of them!

[@krystalneville8248]

Mable White's Chicken is known in my house as Marie Connor's Chicken! Marie and I went to church together in NC 30 years ago!

[@aspenoliver927]

For corn tortillas, wrap them in a wet paper towel and microwave them for 1 minute

[@psychoqween]

Chili. Never get tired of chili. 😂

[@deannesbeautychannel6420]

I remember Accent seasoning but I never remember my mom using it though lol😊

[@deesjourney213]

We have made that chicken recipe since I was a kid. My mom called it sweet and sour chicken! We always used the wishbone Russian dressing though and no oil. It is a hit to this day!

[@MELANIEBEE-f5v]

We make the same recipe - the oil and call it apricot chicken... love it anytime of the year! 🎉🎉

[@tldx50]

Gonna try without the oil

[@MrsGator7]

3:50 my mom made this when I was a kid. Over 40 years ago.

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Taco soup is the furst thing that comes to mind when I think Fall.

[@gingergirl8797]

From old TX cookbook: Lightly fry corn tortillas in vegetable oil, both sides. Softens them to fold and makes them hold up to fillings. Thank you for all these yummy recipes.

[@SmilinsShrinking]

When I have frozen hashbrowns, I pat the unopened bag with a wooden spoon, which breaks up the clumps without making a mess. Give it a try. 😉 This video was just full of yummy ideas I can't wait to try! ❤

[@rachelmick4051]

This is the first time I have seen one of your videos and it certainly won't be the last. You and your husband are adorable!!! I can't wait to watch more videos!!

[@daniellemoore504]

Mississippi chicken sliders is my favorite recipe- crockpot or not. I have given the recipe to LOTS of people. The flavor profile is outrageous for the amount of ingredients. 🎉

[@janmclain6301]

Mandy, I always enjoy your videos and recipes after a stressful day. I LOVE seeing a loving family cook and eat together with gusto, and share your videos a LOT. Thank you so much! I am a 71 yr old mom of 4, granny of 13, so I know how rare it is to see such kindness. We do still have triple digit here for a a few more days, but even more reason to use the crock pot!

[@beverlywalton53]

My favorite Crockpot dish is from you…the Mushroom Angus Beef Meatballs! They’re larger than normal and there are no seasonings that will give me heartburn! I love them and love sharing the recipe! You are both awesome! Love y’all!

[@Pris123-q3k]

Hi! New subscriber from down south of Texas! I come from a Mexican home/heritage and the way to soften corn tortillas is we heat some vegetable Oil or whichever you prefer, we heat it real good on low, then submerge your corn tortilla in the oil for a few seconds. Take the tortilla out and place it on a paper towel to get all that oil off. Be careful not to tear your tortilla because it will be super soft. I use tongs to get it in and out. Be careful not to overcook in the oil them because it will get crispy like tostadas! With the right pan, right temp, you can soften about 10 corn tortillas in 2 mins! We do the same when we make enchiladas. Goodluck. Thanks for sharing recipes, definitely going to try some!

[@ashes73ca]

So excited for another video!!!! I love your videos!!!!!! I use your recipes all the time. Especially the one with your green bean and bacon!

[@chelebelle2223]

You two are SO MUCH FUN to watch cooking, with your comical antics! And your culinary creations look FABULOUS...wish there was a such thing as smell-o-vision!

[@nancyreed1338]

Great job to Stephen for the save when you asked him about the potato soup comparing your dad's to this recipe. He really tried hard to be careful with his words...lol. 😂

[@lorid1348]

The Lipton onion soup mix does have MSG in it ....just an FYI for those who are sensitive to it.

[@kathyclayton4318]

When I think of making something in the fall in the crock pot, the first thing that comes to my mind is taco soup. I love it no matter if you use beef or chicken

[@greenie2390]

You can make it for vegetarians also if you leave out the meat. Taco soup is wonderful, and my Dad loved it when I went home (South) and made it for them.

[@awestlaker]

Loving your husband favor to the recipes! Question, do you LOVE the Caraway pot-ware?

[@dwynn57]

I love beef stroganoff and chicken a la king as well as any kind of chili. oh, and ham and beans! definintely comfort food! thanks for sharing! xoxo

[@Nigelsmom2136]

I live in New England. The leaves are turning and the nights are cool again. Time for pot roast and veggies in the crockpot!

[@marzeezee]

New England is SO beautiful. Seeing it in the fall is on my bucket list!

[@floralnut10]

My fall crockpot special meal is pot roast for sure!

[@Nigelsmom2136]

Me too!!!!!

[@julsenn91]

Same, or chili! Such comfort fall meals!

[@lindsy6640]

I honestly don't use the crockpot much in the fall. Crockpots in my opinion were meant for when it's hot outside and you don't want to heat up your home. I personally love to make roasts in mine.

[@Estranged180]

I know this is going to sound really weird, but you made it possible. You might not even realize you've done it. On your "My Kitchen Cheat Sheet" you have conversions for Slow Cooker to Instant Pot times. I'm looking at it right now. If it takes 10 hours on low in the slow cooker, it's 40 mintues in the Instant Pot. All I'm saying is that if you have a spouse like mine, that can't figure out what they want for dinner, and it turns out to be that Loaded Potato Soup (4 hours on high), for instance, the Instant Pot conversion tells me 18 minutes on high pressure. Granted, I'd probably miss out on the amazing scents around the house, but my wife is in a HUGE hurry most days. If I can whip up a really good soup in under an hour, that hasn't come out of a can, I consider that a win. Short times are sometimes the only times I have to feed her. She's a nurse, and would probably eat a ham sandwich off the bottom of a flip flop, as long as it was quick. I'd rather she didn't. Those short times are because she's on 12 hour shifts, and has to get food, and get to bed quickly, so she can get up at 4:30 am to do it all over again. Also, most of these are packable lunches. So that, too, is a win.

[@MandyintheMaking]

I'm so glad the cheat sheet is helping y'all! ♥️

[@DragonQueenx1]

Dear Estranged, give your wife a big hug from me!!! I to am a Nurse and definitely am hungry after a shift, usually no time to actually eat at work. Thank YOU for taking care of her.❤❤❤❤

[@stressgirl67]

These all looks so yummy! What all is in your homemade taco seasoning?

[@lindaphillips4956]

Mandy I’m not sure if you know but you can use the carton your Hawaiian rolls came in to cook them in the oven for less clean up. Just a little tip for you if you didn’t know! Love all your meals and can’t wait till the next time! Thank you and Steven!

[@Renee406Mt]

Wow! I didn't know that I'll do that next time 😊

[@KloudNineMusic]

For the tortillas, just pan-fried fry, and they won't break. Great video!

[@MicheleLynn4]

Fall + crockpot = soup!! Love crockpot season!!🧡🍂🍁

[@jessilynn26]

Beef stew is always my go to!

[@Peacenjoyhere]

Always flash fry corn tortillas to your crispiness desire. They wont crack. 👌

[@robylove9190]

10:15 I put them in a little oil then heat them. That keeps them from disintegrating in your hand.

[@karenlyons3790]

Thanks for sharing y'all's favorite fall meals using the crock pot... They all look very tasty as always and definitely can tell that from Stevens reactions .. lol . Love y'all and God bless🙏.. have a great weekend..❤️❤️❤️

[@emeraude15]

I really like the comments you and your family give, not just "it's good" XD It gives a better idea of what you get! Would like maybe more details on the level of spicyness of the food if possible? Great work otherwise! Will try every recipe this fall and winter!

[@lisahoward1969]

I love using my crockpot. I'm really craving a roast and vegetables 😋. I always use flour tortillas as we don't care for the corn tortillas.

[@IsabellaAnderson-e7w]

very appetising

[@annw1395]

My fall favorites are chicken pot pie, pot roast, and chili. I've been watching so many of your videos, I'm getting a compulsion to say "oll". Lol.

[@NancyBeecher64]

Chili is the first that comes to mind. Being from Minnesota, anything warm is welcome.

[@frugalmealswithtenille9515]

My favorite fall crockpot meal is hands down chicken and dressing!!!

[@nitahiltner3348]

My mom always made potato soup with onion, bacon, milk, potatoes and butter and that was it- so good.

[@lynnbontrager2069]

I fry our corn tortillas in a little bit of oil in my cast iron skillet. They are our favorite.

[@Katrn30]

I love to cook for appreciative fellows like you have!

[@terripurciello8113]

Our fall crock pot favorites are all kinds of chili!

[@normacollins3844]

I can’t use Accent or anything with MSG! It may not bother some people but for me it has always given me a horrible migraine headache!! I can’t use aspartame, or any of the substitutes for sugar! Anyone that has ever had a migraine will tell you to do anything you have to do to keep from having another one!! I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemy!! Mandy I love all of your videos!! I love your ‘one pot meals’ and all of your recipes!! Keep ‘em coming!! You and Steven are so cute together! Me & my hubby have been married 45 years! My husband always helps me in the kitchen now that he’s retired! Sometimes that’s a good thing! lol Love you both!! God Bless!! Norma Collins from Texas

[@beverlybilbrey7815]

Every corn tortilla I have bought does the same thing. We are fortunate to have a tortilla factory here that won’t tear. apart. I always put a little vegetable oil in a skillet and fry them a little in each side and the ones I buy stay together perfectly.

[@dianedefrates4459]

I just saw the post about your adorable baby Gracie. The first thing I think of is what a loving , safe wonderful like she was so lucky to have. My sympathies.

[@lisahoward1969]

Yes please on the bacon in the potato soup 😋

[@marzeezee]

We love chicken and dumplings, chili,and beef veggie soup in the fall! All these recipes looked delicious. I am so sorry to your post about sweet Gracie. You are all in our prayers.

[@angelanderson4378]

Fry your corn tortillas in a small amount of oil until they are pliable, not crispy. It keeps them from soaking in the juices and falling apart. Great video, although I am not sure that I am ready for crock pot weather yet! 😂

[@marzeezee]

Ha! We are in the mountains of northeast New Mexico... It has beencrockpot weather for a minute here!😂

[@Dodibird777]

I put a small sheet of paper towel in my tortilla serving container and warm them in that with the lid on for about 30 seconds or so and haven't had any issues with them falling apart. Occasionally I toast them in an iron skillet and that's really good with vegetables roasted in a hot iron skillet for veggie tacos.

[@sherryengel7095]

I love to make chili. I know it’s simple but it’s oh so good when the weather gets cold.😊

[@davidmulligan7894]

It would be nice to hear what size Crock-Pot you use for recipes

[@Shak-p9s]

Hey Mandy you might already know this tip by now, for soft corn tortillas, I wet and ring out one or two paper towels and fully wrap a stack of tortillas. Place them in the microwave for about one minute turning after 30 seconds. The steaming effect softens them makes them very pliable and you enjoy warm soft corn tortillas that are not dry and crumbly. I stack two for my tacos for reinforcement. I also Steam my flour tortillas. Definitely gonna try those sliders though Yum!

[@johartsuff488]

The pork street tacos are my families favorite. Cook on low for supper tender meat. Serve with queso fresco, lime and cilantro. Amazing!Ty Mandy and Yvonne

[@QueenOfTheNorth65]

MSG is perfectly safe. It is often used as an alternative to salt, since it has one third less sodium than regular table salt. And glutamate occurs naturally in foods like tomatoes, almonds, clams, Parmesan cheese, mushrooms, scallops, and anchovies. MSG boosts the meaty flavor, or umami, of the dishes it is added to. The only people who need to avoid MSG are people who are allergic to glutamates.

[@chrissylibertyk9]

Another food demonized for no reason

[@jojobren4915]

I never knew that's what it was. I would have bought it without thinking about it and had a problem as I can't have MSG.

[@dmmrad54]

MSG used to give me headaches.

[@marymasiakowski5042]

MSG triggers migraines for me that take me down for a few days. I have to avoid it as much as I can.

[@tiffanyroberts5993]

@@chrissylibertyk9 it was demonized due to racism.

[@katherinetyrrell8810]

The Mississippi chicken was a repeat. I know because my husband loves them (learned from you)