4 THROW & GO CROCKPOT MEALS | CHEAP SLOW COOKER MEALS | WHAT'S FOR DINNER WITH FRUGAL FIT MOM

[@liannebiggar1557]

I vividly remember the day about 20 years ago when, as a teenager, I was cooking something with my mom: the recipe called for 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard and she just squirted in a bunch of it without measuring. I freaked, being a know-it-all teen, saying that it was way too much. And she went and got the measuring spoons and scooped out the mustard and proved it was pretty much exactly 1 tbsp - totally showed me up, and taught me that you don’t question the magically measuring eye/hands of an experienced cook!!!

[@joannesowle2547]

Yep!!!! Although my Mom is gone now, the older I've gotten I have realized how many, many times she was right about almost Everything!!!! I sure miss her :(

[@MommaLousKitchen]

Muscle memory

[@marthachristopher3043]

Where are the recipes

[@addie2754]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, yay for frequent posting!!!

[@anonymouse6703]

She wasn't kidding about the Creole Chicken - it was delicious and didn't last long in my house (and I live alone)!

[@nawlnsnat]

If you REALLY want to up the ante for your chicken, the trinity is the way to go. Bell pepper, onion, and celery (also garlic, but somehow that doesn’t count).

[@Jen-Chapin]

My OG crockpot is a smaller sized one from 2002 and I will never get rid of it. It’s like a member of my family 😂

[@ptagwc2866]

I had one & felt the same. One Sunday I made spaghetti sauce for church. I sat the crock down on the ground while I was getting my daughter out of the car to go in. My pastor came out & asked if I could give my spot to a guest who had trouble walking. He took my daughter, I got in the car, backed up right into my crockpot. It didn't make it. 😓

[@wendyflanagan9952]

@@ptagwc2866 oh no!

[@mrs.garrett1868]

I still have my crock pot that was gifted to me when I graduated high school..... in 1988! I still use it once a week. 😁

[@anncoffman4448]

@@ptagwc2866 Oh, how sad! Condolences.

[@anncoffman4448]

I have a Rival Crock-Pot, @1980s, w/blue & white design. It still works fine. Lo & Hi, only settings. Simple. I love it.

[@chrishelleward9133]

Hi! I watch your videos literally every day and you are one of my most favorite person on KZbin. You also include Closed Captioning which is a big plus for me because I am deaf. I learn so much from your from your videos- amazing recipes, Keto recipes ( do you think you can do The Best Keto Bread comparison recipes?) , budgeting ( I have been saving so much more money now than ever) and exercising ( I’m still working on that part). I am a single mom with two teenager and young adult 23 years old). Your videos really projects “can do “ attitude which really really inspires me to try different ideas or ways to improve my home life, family and health. Is there a way I can DM you so I can ask. Direct questions without being in front of millions of people? You and family are awesome and I truly admire you .

[@adrianagonzalez29]

Omg! The crockpot joke was hilarious!!!

[@karencrutchfield6907]

I call mine a crockpot too... It's like calling bandages bandaids, and kleenex instead of facial tissue.... There are a lot of things where the brand name has become the go to name for the item.

[@angelika_munkastrap4634]

Same with BluTak lol any generic brand still gets called that lol But wow, I didn't know that bandaids weren't all bandaids

[@kimbarbeaureads]

Duck tape

[@dorianneswift88]

And jello for gelatin 😂

[@dorianneswift88]

@@kimbarbeaureads and hilariously enough, it's ACTUALLY DUCT tape but everyone calls it DUCK tape after one came out so branded...

[@bgleadbetter]

Crockpot is a brand name? Well I’ll be a manatee’s turd-cutter!

[@paigenichole5462]

As a Louisiana native, I kinda tilted my head everytime she said "Uncle Tony's"😆

[@barbaracarter698]

I made the Italian Sausage one tonight. I had mild Italian in my freezer and I used my Instant Pot. I sautéed the sausage first and used vegetable broth to deglaze. Then pressure cooked for 15 minutes. After the natural release I then added the cheese. I served it over rice. It was a hit with my boys.

[@scrumps101]

So basically you made a different recipe. Are you also one of those that rates recipes online and writes in the reviews that you changed this and that and added this and omitted that and rated it 5 stars? 🙄

[@mikeathony7845]

I watched I bunch of these videos on people using the crock pot to cook food in. Miss lady yours was the absolute best. Thank you!

[@1212Ls]

New to your channel, loving the content and can relate alot. Have used most of the tactics/ ideas over the 24 years my marriage, especially when we first were married. Love crockpots, always call them crockpots, best way to stretch a dollar and make life easier with littles. I have a crockpot problem though, over the years I now have 8, but only bc one crock broke, and the replacement crock isn't available. Anyone else have a crockpot addiction? When my kids were little and we had parties all the time, I would use most of them for buffets, as they got older at school functions and fundraisers. Crockpots are a life saver!

[@dgbdgb1200]

I have about 9 of them. 3 large and rest different sizes for smaller meals or dips and such. On at least 2 Thanksgivings I cooked everything in crockpots just because I could, lol. Actually made serving a breeze when I set up my buffet.

[@ttu888didfitrhondavigil8]

I love my crock pots. I use them regularly. Yesterday was white turkey chili. Turkey breast, navy beans, rotel and taco seasoning.

[@rachelholroyd6887]

So glad you didn’t say dump and go slow cooker meals. Because I don’t want my food to be dumpy in anyway 😅😂

[@FrugalFitMom]

Right!!

[@anncoffman4448]

No Dumpy, No Frumpy, No Slumpy!

[@stillsimplystephanie]

Before you said "yes, I'm measuring today," I was sitting here saying to myself "is she really measuring her seasonings? She normally doesn't do that, right? Or am I imagining that?"

[@beesilverbee]

I first met Tony Chachere's over 40 years ago when a friend from Louisiana introduced us. At that time, it wasn't available locally and I'd have to get it from friends/family in Texas/Louisiana. Now it can be easily found. Love the stuff, as well as Slap Ya Mama, another Cajun seasoning mix.

[@ColinCropley]

I love to feed everyone in the house I live in, I only cook on Tuesdays but I can do it other days when I don't have a lot of time!

[@roxannebudd1978]

Wish I could make these, I guess I can for my husband son when he’s home from college. I can’t eat a lot of the ingredients. I guess somethings I can cut out or replace. Nice for quick and easy meals. Thank you for sharing.

[@jfleury72]

Christine, I think you should give olives a second chance and try the good ones from an olive bar or even Sam’s Club (their deli section!)... black olives from the can give all olives a bad rap but the brininess of a Kalamata and the firmness and brightness of a green olive is so wonderful! 👌🏼

[@angelika_munkastrap4634]

That taste is still there though

[@PrincezMichelle1]

@@angelika_munkastrap4634 agree, I can stomach some black olives in very small amounts, other olives taste really gross to me and I've tried kalamata and green olives.

[@love_agapi_m3976]

I think she’s old enough to know that she doesn’t like olives

[@kellykneeland4763]

Rivals... still chuckling!

[@taylorkunisawa7985]

Yay!!! Always excited to see an upload from you Christine!!!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Yay! Thank you!

[@beckysmith2346]

Liked the sneaky use of the mixer beater as a whisk. And I giggle every time you say whisky business.

[@desiremcknight3580]

So i made the creole chicken tonight. I can say it was a hit. I changed it a little but not major. I added two bells instead of one, I didn't take the skin off and I put it over califlower rice. My only regret was leaving the skin on. It was such a strange texture. However, we loved the taste !!

[@maryshirley4048]

I use my crockpot a lot. I am a senior citizen and need simple and cheap recipes.

[@rosemarydoran9907]

Too bad the 180th comment didnt win! I love how your family (especially your kids) eat anything you cook for dinner. That is how it was when i grew up......we ate what mom cooked! Those dinners look great!

[@siobhangivens4566]

Love these crock pot ideas! Thanks for sharing!

[@FrugalFitMom]

You're welcome!

[@randijohnson3806]

I accidentally unfroze more butternut squash than I meant to, so I pureed some to about 3 cups worth, added it and 4 cups of broth to a big pan, put in half a bag of frozen shredded hashbrowns, and wondered what I needed to add to season. I decided on a tablespoon of Uncle Tony's. It turned out very good!

[@parrotafrica2996]

I love you're red croc pot..! I've had my 1 year now.. Love these recipes I will try then definitely! I made beef curry in mine to day!

[@JohnDoe-wb4iv]

recently got into cooking on low heat in fry pan now starting to get into crockpot recipes thanks

[@Sis-Amy]

Love crock pot dinners as a stay at home momma 💖

[@raquelklinger1368]

Hello Beautiful Christine! I couldn’t even begin to THANK YOU SO MUCH for making all these amazing videos of yours that truly truly changed my life for the better! I love love love all your videos! But videos like this are my top favorites and this week I have all the ingredients to try ALL OF THEM. I made the Italian sausage yesterday, and it was Da-Bomb! My husband kept saying it’s so good while he was eating it! I took a picture but I don’t know how to send it here. This weekend I am making the chicken and the rest on upcoming week! So THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH! For bringing the excitement of new recipes and joy of cooking to me and a blessing to served my family yummy food! God bless you and your family❤️

[@shannonbradley4699]

"Give it some whiskey business." Girl, you crack me up! lol

[@fearlessfinancejourney]

These recipes were so new and different than most dump and go recipes you see now a days...great job!!!

[@denisesmith9662]

I love crock pot meals! I make them at least once a week. Thank you for the new ideas!!

[@hey9irlie]

Ahhhhhh I wanted to see how it would turn out with the rice in the pot with the rest of the recipe.

[@wildrose37]

My dad has his old burgundy crockpot that I absolutely love. it's perfect for making soups and chili in.

[@samantham2148]

I made the sausage zucchini dish for dinner tonight and everyone loved it! It’ll be requested by the family again for sure.

[@carmarasmussen8118]

I watched this while throwing ham and potatoes into my Crockpot. LOVE the slow cooker meals. Make a veggie and dinner is done!! 😁

[@alexapetersen8853]

Creole seasoning is seriously the bomb!! You can use it on absolutely anything and it will taste amazing. Can’t wait to try that chicken 😋

[@juliaparton6131]

I just found this channel and video. Fell in love when I heard you say that you thought olives were vile. I hate them, probably even more than you do. I'm still smiling. Ordered a pizza about a month ago. Made sure I said NO BLACK OLIVES TWICE. Get in house and open the box and I guess you know what was all over and in the pizza. Upset doesn't even put it mildly.

[@KarenFuchsbichler]

Im in Australia and the only sliw cooker carry bag i could find was on ebay and shipped from America! The brand? Rival! Love it!!

[@ammerslo2632]

OR called instsnt pot dinners. We have the slowcooker setting. Tossed my crockpot lol. & i surely will give these a whirl! TFS

[@Sayuriqc]

I'm DYING for avegetarian slow cooker recepies! Beside Chili, I couldn't find anything! I love you cooking !

[@stefaniedecoster2772]

Would you like a super simple curry recipe? Works great in a slow cooker and it's great, healthy comfort food! It freezes well too. The base of the recipe is: -a little bit of oil -1 onion, chopped, you can also use leeks, or both -2 cloves of garlic, chopped -2 table spoons of tomato puree -2 heaping table spoons of your favourite curry paste (or how much you like) -1 fresh chili or some dried chili flakes/chili powder to taste -1 tin of chopped tomatoes or passata/pasta sauce -1 tin of beans, drained and rinsed (my kids like kidney beans most) -200 grams of dried red lentils, rinsed (which is probably about a cup) -1 zucchini/courgette, chopped -other herbs and spices to taste, I like to add some smoked paprika powder, pepper and salt as well as chives and parsley -2 stock cubes -water to cover everything (or omit the stock cubes and use ready made bouillon if you have it) --> Simply put everything in the slow cooker, mix and put on high for 5-6 hours or on low all day if you're putting it together in the morning and want to eat it that evening. We eat this curry with rice most of the time, but it's so lovey with roast potatoes as well. I like to put some cottace cheese on the edge of my plate too. This recipe fits in my slow cooker, which is nearly 1 US gallon in size I think (3,5 litre) Obviously this recipe is adaptable and easy to scale up and you can use whatever beans or vegetables you like (we did find broccoli overpowering when we used that, cauliflower works better. Peppers and peas are nice to use as well) Enjoy, and greetings from the Netherlands!

[@vvkelly97]

Couldn't be more perfect timing. I'm writing out my meal plan and shopping list right now.

[@charlottar0403]

So there are very few alerts to tear me away from my StarTrek, esp in these exciting days of trek news but here I am for a slow cooker thing? woow. :-D

[@coal.sparks]

What a great use for the little bits of tortilla chips at the bottom of the bag! We're big fans of tortilla chips around here, and I bet in a couple weeks I'd have 2 cups, if I stored them in the freezer.

[@FrugalFitMom]

You got that right! I always have those crunchy little bits!

[@sherilynalexnder897]

I love creole seasoning (Uncle Tony's, of course!) but oh man it makes me sneeze and sneeze and sneeze after I measure it out. Doesn't affect me while eating it though, lol.

[@rebeccaoprea9917]

Yes I was surprised you were measuring as well .

[@karenprinz5987]

Yum! The instant pot gets all the love lately but I love a cook crockpot recipe! Thanks for some new recipes!

[@KizuKoneko69]

Becareful with Pompeian products. I don't know about the vinegar, but the olive oil is sometimes cut with peanut oil.

[@LifeWithMutts]

Just wanted to say I made the Creole chicken! My husband adored it. The only thing i did differently was i added corn for that little hint of natural sweetness! I think if/when i make it again i might try replacing the rice with quinoa for a more healthy plate!

[@sooh6299]

Oh awesome! I need more crockpot meals, because I got one, and I've used it I believe once in the 15 or so months I've owned it...

[@WilletteB]

Beef going into my slow cooker for supper tomorrow night. You’re right about Tony’s seasoning. We love it with chicken cooked on the grill and enjoyed with our favorite people in the world near the lake. Thanks for reminding me I actually have a Crock-Pot. 😉🙂

[@texas2stepper23]

I tried the Italian round steak recipe; however, I did it with a twist. I didn't have any round steak, so I used backstrap from some venison that I needed to use up. The flavor from that combined with the Italian seasoning was so amazing. I highly recommend using venison instead of round steak !!

[@KindaNewHere]

I love Dad Jokes and that Crockpot is a quality one.

[@Jen-Chapin]

Hey girl hey!

[@sarahl.944]

Who doesnt love a good crockpot meal?!

[@KarlainChrist]

Hey Mindy I’m a little late but could you by any chance make more recipes on your black croppot you know the old style one that only has 3 heat settings, that’s the one I have and I find that no one else makes meals in these please thank you!

[@raymonwilliams7720]

I tried the spicy sausage recipe and omg! It was so delicious and flavorable. Everyone enjoyed it!

[@conniemcmillian7010]

I need to buy a new one now. Mine is Old and gone. Will be glad to win so I can get another one. Thanks 😊

[@texasgal6201]

I agree with Tony’s!!!!! It is the bomb. Tony’s on a pork loin equals heaven. Actually, anything with Tony’s equals heaven.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Agree 100%

[@Cc0564]

I have seen all the crock pot dishes I can stand, could someone out there please show something else besides the same old recipes in a crock pot ,just saying .but great job 👀 looks delish 😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋👍👌👍👌👍👌👍👌✌️

[@christinevoss6993]

I don't care what we call it other then lifesaver and easy cooking.

[@FLadd2024]

Uncle Tony's !!! My Go-to for everything that I want to spice up !!!

[@86nicolecody]

Thank you for the written form of the recipe. Super easy to screenshot an buy what's needed

[@FamilyRC]

Haven’t pulled out my crock pot in a while but now I am inspired!

[@billiebennish2526]

We have made this recipe several times since I first watched it. We have tried it with the potaoes but also without and serve it on rice. It's so quick and easy to prepare and is going in the family favorites cookbook! Thanks for sharing!

[@joannaazar7396]

Hey Christine! I never thought of making a meatloaf in the crockpot. Thanks for your recipe. I love uncle Tony’s . Sending Love From- Jersey ❤❤

[@yikfam]

loved the crockpot joke!! I haven't used a slow cooker in at least 8 years...now I'm inspired! :D

[@spacefac3]

Yesssss...love slow cooker meals!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Me too!!

[@caziontherise]

5 lbs of ground beef and chicken breast dinners video please. Like old world home did

[@justpatty7328]

Yes, I would adore a video on these.

[@taraisaschultz9897]

I would like to see this as well. Have so much chicken breast in the freezer.

[@michellezevenaar]

We just bought a new crockpot! We got it to hopefully make cooking with a newborn easier. We live in Europe and alot of the pre made spice mixes like the onion soup mix aren't available here unfortunately. Im glad that you use normal spices in most of the recipes!

[@Krisgenx]

I’ve used regular dressing as a substitute and it works....about 1/4 cup per pound of meat! You may want to cut back a little on the other liquid you use.

[@smallfamilysmallbudget1817]

Onion soup mix = 1/4c dried onions, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 2 tablespoons beef bouillon, 1/4 teaspoon parsley, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cerely seed, 1/4 teaspoon paprika

[@michellezevenaar]

@@smallfamilysmallbudget1817 thank you! I've never seen dried onion for sale here, maybe fresh would work but then a larger amount, 1 cup or even 2?

[@smallfamilysmallbudget1817]

@@michellezevenaar, maybe

[@stefaniedecoster2772]

@@michellezevenaar Where are you in Europe? I'm in the Netherlands and most supermarkets stock freeze dried onions so maybe that's an option?

[@bree4174]

I'm 32 weeks pregnant and on limited activity. They changed my hours at work and have been searching for new crock recipes..this came at the perfect time.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Wonderful!

[@sw3et24x7]

Not even a joke, I have four canisters of Tony's in my possession. Two in the kitchen, one is the extra spice one, one on my dining table and one in my lunch bag.

[@ajhank2]

I’m definitely trying out that taco meatloaf!

[@leradoms]

The secret of adding cheese to meatloaf is to cut it into cubes instead of shredding it. That way you get goey little chunks of cheese instead of it disappearing into the meat.

[@greenlady43]

I just realized why I don’t use my crockpot. We eat around noon and I’d have to get up super early to make sure the meal was ready in time. Or make it the night before and that’s not happening. Tony’s has to much salt so I make my own Cajun seasoning.

[@elmas156]

I'm still trying to figure out what a "scrediption box" is that is mentioned at 1:08. 😁

[@brandyfreeman4098]

Christine needs to ™️ all her sayings 😂. "scrediption box" "give it a wang jangle" "Whisky business" "doobly doo" I'm sure there are others I can't think of at the moment. She cracks me up 🤣!

[@shaunassmr8787]

Omg! I just did the creole Chicken! Fabulous! Will do more often for sure. Did it all in my Instant pot. Ty so much for sharing! 💖

[@michelecarriepardee6959]

I confirm that Italians definitely eat potatoes 😊 Of course there is gnocchi, potato stuffed oven baked pastas, roast chicken and potatoes is a favorite, potato frittata, broth making (part of many recipes), minestrone, sformata di patata, thinnly sliced potatoes on pizza, homemade potato chips, & more. Roasted Potatoes are a common side dish with a meat course. *Bonus*Northern Italian: potato salad with apples, pine nuts, yogurt/mayo, raisins, oregano (rare, very regional).

[@cindypitts6487]

I really really want to do crockpot meals. But my older daughter will only eat smooth tomato products (no diced tomatoes here, or salsa), nor will she eat diced onion. I try to substitute dried minced onion when it makes sense. And lastly, I have two part-time jobs, so I leave the house at 6:30 in the morning and not home until 4:30. *Sigh*

[@toribradford6325]

I made the sausage and veggies for dinner tonight and OH MY GOSH!!!! New favorite meal!!! I’m trying the chicken tomorrow

[@MichelleEvans_CatLady]

Don't know about Italy but we sure do eat potatoes in Ireland :-)

[@songabdada]

The Italian sausage and veggies was a hit for me and my family. I will try another one of crockpot recipes that you have. Thank you

[@stephanieboncuk5201]

I love using crock pots

[@audreynorthcott3054]

Thanks for posting this! I have been needing some new slow cooker recipes. Looking forward to trying some of these.

[@lindahanna-foreman2576]

I love using my crockpot so keep it going!!!

[@kaitlyndurda]

Really like your new animations! I've watched you for awhile and I can really tell you've grown as an you tuber ❤️👍🏻

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thank you so much 😀

[@granitemoss1451]

It's like you heard me wonder aloud, "What the heck am I gonna make with all the sausage hiding in the freezer?".

[@tcctocrazytccarson7309]

Definitely going to try the Mexican meatloaf, I have crushed tortilla chips. I already have everything for 3 of the recipe and I'll be sharing with a friend.

[@MsHaney007]

We use our slow cooker at least 2-3 times a week

[@emmalenaRN]

Going to try a vegetarian version of the chicken and taco loaf should be interesting.

[@rowanrox100]

Love the Powerline T-shirt!

[@marciafischbeck7653]

Ok, Uncle Tony ALWAYS makes me sneeze like 7 times! I do like the flavor, but we can’t handle much of it, it’s a spicy meatball. If I ever get a head cold, I’m hitting Uncle Tony to help clear me out!

[@SuperKaratemom]

I'm with you on olives being vile!!! Can't wait to try a few of these recipes!

[@alyssumfoltz6627]

Just want to say thank you for the sausage recipe in particular! Always looking for ways to use potatoes, and cooking sausage usually terrifies me, so this is perfect!!! :)

[@carmenalderton3101]

Speaking of estimating the size (of spices), it would be fun to see you do a video where you estimate sizes of ingredients and then compare the the actual thing, or maybe do two batches of cookies - one using measuring spoons one without?

[@sherrypitt9889]

I subscribed! Can't wait to try! Thank you so much

[@MomNTraining]

I love that you rinse out your cans to empty them. It drives me crazy when I watch cooking shows or videos and they waste so much food.

[@marianegrete920]

Hi Mrs.Frugal Fit Mom! Yes! Thank You for these wonderful recipes recipes! I Love Love Love Them! Easy Easy Easy! I’m going to make ALL of them! Of Course on Different Days! LOL! God Bless You, Stay Safe and Healthy!

[@cecilianorris4449]

Yes! Just what I needed. I'm in the midst of serious cooking burnout. Thank you!