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 Cornbread Taco Bake

Ingredients:

• 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
• 1 lb ground beef or turkey ($5)
• 1 packet taco seasoning ($1)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) ($2)
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed ($1)
• 1 cup salsa ($2)
• 1 egg (for the cornbread mix) ($0.25)
• 1/3 cup milk (for the cornbread mix) ($0.25)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain excess grease, and add taco seasoning according to package instructions. Stir in black beans and salsa.
3. Spread the beef mixture evenly in a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread mix according to the package (combine mix, egg, and milk).
5. Pour cornbread batter over the beef mixture and spread evenly. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown.
7. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Lazy Meals You Can Make in Your Slow Cooker and Air Fryer (Quick & Easy!)"

 

1. Slow-Cooker Orange Chicken

• Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken sauce)
  • 1/4 cup water (for slurry)
  • Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp ginger powder
• Instructions:

1. Place chicken in the slow cooker.
2. Mix orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Pour over chicken.
3. Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
4. Mix cornstarch with water, add to slow cooker, and cook for 15 more minutes to thicken.

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2. Slow-Cooker Beef Stroganoff

• Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
  • 8 oz egg noodles (cooked separately)
• Instructions:

1. Place beef, soup, and onion soup mix in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2. Cook on low for 7-8 hours.
3. Stir in sour cream before serving over-cooked noodles.

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3. Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

• Ingredients:
• 3-4 lbs pork shoulder or butt
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
•  Instructions:

1. Rub pork with paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, and salt.
2. Place in slow cooker with BBQ sauce and broth.
3. Cook on low for 8 hours. Shred with forks and mix with juices.

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4. Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Chili

• Ingredients:
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
• Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

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5. Slow-Cooker Chicken Tacos

• Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1 cup salsa
• Instructions:

1. Place chicken in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and top with salsa.
2. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Shred chicken and serve in tortillas with toppings.

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6. Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

• Ingredients:
  • 3 lbs chuck roast
  • 4 medium potatoes, quartered
  • 4 carrots, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
• Instructions:

1. Place vegetables in the slow cooker. Add roast on top.
2. Mix beef broth with onion soup mix and pour over.
3. Cook on low for 8-10 hours.

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7. Slow-Cooker Mac and Cheese

• Ingredients:
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni (uncooked)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp salt
• Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2. Cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.