The following recipes have fabulous ingredients and are incredibly simple. The best part, is that they all seem super fancy and gourmet. You can just as easily serve these to guests, as you can just preparing for you and a loved one. This list even includes a breakfast/brunch recipe!
1. Spring Chili
Maybe you are not totally ready to surrender to the lightness of Spring. That's OK! Here is a total comfort food recipe to warm your spirit and ease your transition from the chilly Winter to the newness of the season. This chili is lighter and healthier than most chilis, using chicken and turkey, paired with black and white beans. This recipe really takes advantage of all of the delicious veggies in season and ups the health factor exponentially.
Get the full recipe at All Women's Talk.
2. Mushroom Risotto
This is the perfect dish to serve for a special occasion, such as for an elegant dinner party or when sharing a romantic meal. Risotto is decadent, yet light and pairs nicely with mushroom and peas. The beauty is in it's simplicity. Risotto can be a challenging dish to get right for many people, so the crock-pot is your friend in this case. The white wine broth is what really takes the dish to the next level. As fancy as this dish seems, it is actually pretty light on the wallet!
Get it at Better Homes and Gardens
3. Springtime Minestrone
This is a lightened up minestrone recipe, with asparagus as the main attraction. Asparagus is cheaper right now, so I've been taking full advantage of that, since it is my favorite vegetable. Asparagus is not an easy ingredient to integrate into soups and stews, it can be tricky blending it with the other flavors in a way that works and does not overpower them. Most people bake or grill asparagus, which is delicious as always, but this recipe makes for a nice change.
Find out how to make it at How Sweet Eats
Photo Source: How Sweet Eats
4.Lemon Braised Chicken & Beans with Mint Pesto
This dish tastes like a fresh spring garden! Your senses will be delighted with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs such as dill, thyme and mint, with chicken and white bean as the backdrop. What really makes this dish special is the mint pesto. You will want to be sure to serve this one with a good bread for when people can't get enough of that pesto and of course for soaking in the sauce at the end. This one is definitely a crowd pleaser.
Go to The Kitchn for full instructions!
Photo Source; The Kitchn
5. Creamy Herbed Fingerling Potatoes
For a delicious, decadent side dish, this one is the perfect fit! It's creamy and cheesy, but not too heavy. If you are preparing a delicious meal and won't have time to whip up a worthy side, this is when again, the crock pot is your friend! I also love that it is so full of herbal flavors. You can use any small potatoes for this recipe. It is sure to be a hit and a great option for Game Day!
Get this mouth-watering recipe at Crock Pot Gourmet.
6. Quinoa Breakfast Casserole
Crock Pots are not just for dinner! In fact, you can get a protein and nutrient packed power breakfast using the slow cooker, and it comes in the form of a frittata. Adding Quinoa gives it a healthy, crunchy, delicious crust. You can use any veggies you like with this, the recipe features tomato and spinach. I always have a really hard time making a frittata the right way and it is one of my favorite breakfast dishes. This is a great dish for a Sunday Brunch, when you just want to laze around for a bit then dive into a filling meal late morning. It only takes 3 hours in the slow-cooker.
Find out how to make it at Crock Pot Gourmet.
Did I just blow your mind with the amazing options you have for Spring Crock Potting? Who say's this season is for salads!? Comfort food is year-round in my world.
Do you know what else is year-round for me? Convenience.
Are you going to give any of these a try?
I am going out side and hoe my garden,. Let the crock pot do it’s thing.