This Festive Meal Won’t Break The Bank But It Will Make You Feel Like A Million Dollars!

If there is a traditional recipe in your holiday menu; one you can’t live without, I would love to hear about it. I enjoy learning more about everyone’s Christmas traditions, just to see how much they differ from mine. And I guess, also, to see if I would get new ideas! Kind of like what happened with this slow-braised beef in wine that I tried last week.

I wasn’t planning on making a completely new dish this year, but about a month ago I found this recipe and it looked so inviting that I had to give it a try. When my husband came home from work and smelled this stew cooking in the oven, he immediately asked what we were going to have for dinner.

The meal turned out even more flavorful than I had imagined, and we decided we were definitely going to serve this over the holidays, when my sister’s family is coming over for a special dinner.

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Quick Tip: Don’t rush this meal! Cooking it slowly will give you the best results.

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Here’s a one pot meal ya’ll are going to love! I always enjoy stews like this – first of all, because they’re so extremely tasty. And second, because the cleanup is a breeze!

I honestly think it’s a blessing for everyone when you don’t have to bring out all your pots and pans to feed your family. As you let all of the ingredients simmer together in one dish, it makes the flavors even more delightful and you won’t need to add anything fancy. In fact, you’ll probably have most of these ingredients at hand, right now!

This stew is a great way to add some veggies into your picky eater’s diet. My little one does not like celery at all, but he never complains when I serve this for dinner. I honestly think all the flavors have combined so nicely that he doesn’t even realize there’s celery in it! But, of course, you could omit that if you’re not a fan.

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Quick Tip: Omit the red wine, if you’d like.

I look forward to Thanksgiving year round because of the food. Yes, I am also grateful for many things, but I do not think I am the only one who looks forward to this awesome day because of the amazing food. There are so many dishes that I only get to enjoy once a year on this day so I always love to be extra hungry to make sure I get a chance to enjoy them all. It is hard, though, because there is just too much food and I cannot keep up.

That is when I realized, why do I have to wait until Thanksgiving to enjoy this all? I can make little dishes here and there throughout the year to enjoy the deliciousness of Thanksgiving. Some would say that spoils Thanksgiving, but not for me. I would still be just as excited to eat this on Thanksgiving. Now I know Thanksgiving dishes take a while to whip up, which is why the one I am sharing today is a crock pot meal! It is easy to throw together and becomes a delicious meal all in one bowl. It is the perfect reminder of the holidays, while still being a wonderful weeknight meal for the whole family.

Photo and recipe courtesy of The Cozy Cook.

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Quick Tip: Stir occasionally and add a bit of water if you feel it is getting dry.

Are you ready for some home cooked goodness? When it comes to slow cooker meals, this recipe right here takes the prize. Creamy ranch chicken has easily become one of my family’s most favorite dinners (except for that time when I let theme at birthday cake and ice cream for supper.)

The thing I love most about slow cooker meals is that they are so easy to prepare. You simply toss everything into the pot, set it, and forget it. That’s exactly how simple this meal is, too. After a few hours cooking in the Crock Pot, you’ll be left with tender, juicy, creamy cuts of white chicken breast that fall apart off your fork.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Life in the Lofthouse.

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Quick Tip: This recipe is even better when you mix up your own Ranch dressing powder using ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

When it comes to the ultimate in comfort foods, beef stew is definitely the ticket. Smelling the aroma of this fabulous stew as it simmers in a Crock Pot will give you feelings of nostalgia of when your mom or grandma used to cook this delectable dish. Filled with chunks of tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a thick gravy, this stew will warm your belly and soul.

Carrots, potatoes, onions, and more all cooked to delicate perfection for hours when set on low in the Crock Pot. Set it and forget it, lady! Do your shopping, go to work, or visit a friend, and by the time you get home, this marvelous stew will be ready to serve. I like to pair beef stew with a flaky buttermilk Pillsbury Grands! biscuit. My kids enjoy dipping their biscuits directly in the stew but I prefer to pour it on top. Yummo!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Life In The Lofthouse.

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Carrots go well with a lot of things, but sometimes, you want to tweak the flavor a bit to keep things interesting. These Oven-Roasted Ranch Baby Carrots are just such a nice tweak, with the help of a simple but delicious homemade ranch seasoning mix.

Hey, sometimes, the simple things are a huge hit. Everyone used to rave over Mother’s carrots, and she made them so simply, she didn’t even really consider it a recipe. This is a simple side dish, but that ranch seasoning mix really delights the palate and probably would go well on a lot of other vegetables. Oven-roasting the carrots gives them a lovely crisp surface while leaving the inside nice and tender, just how I like it. The best part is; all the kids love it, too, so they’ll eat their veggies without a single complaint!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Damn Delicious

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Quick tip: Use this recipe for any of your favorite vegetables!