Author Archives: Valerie
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Crock Pot Cherry Pie Oatmeal
Posted on by Valerie in Breakfast, Recipes, vegetarian.This was a crazy weekend! School is back in session, the weather is still warm, and my calendar is booked. I love it. It’s this type of crazy that makes me smile– and sleep well! But when I wake up, it feels like I’m set on low for hours. So I decided on Friday night […]
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Summer Series, COMPLETE!
Posted on by Valerie in Dinner, Recipes, Side dishes, Summer Series: Outer Banks.It felt like a hangover to wake up today. I rolled over and closed my eyes, groaning. It was barely 8 am and to do lists were already swirling in my head. This wasn’t an alcohol-induced situation, it was the effect of knowing today was the last day of vacation. So I took a deep […]
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Summer Series, Day Six: Seafood Paella
Posted on by Valerie in Dinner, Recipes, Side dishes, Summer Series: Outer Banks.This, my friends. This is the quintessential dinner that melds together land and sea and balances the forces of nature to create an amazing meal that would make even mermaids and pirates cheer. With more protein than a Brazilian meat festival, this one pot recipe will make you lift your anchors and set full speed ahead […]
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Summer Series, Day Five: Crock Pot White Ratatouille
Posted on by Valerie in Dinner, gluten-free, Recipes, Side dishes, Summer Series: Outer Banks, vegetarian.I’m seriously considering moving to the beach. Sunshine, seafood, salty air… it’s all good for my soul. As long as I have a good internet connection, I might just be willing to carry my crock pots up and down the east coast and showcase local flavor and attractions. Ok, I’m putting it out there– where […]
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Summer Series, Day Four: Crock Pot Grits
Posted on by Valerie in Breakfast, Dinner, Recipes, Side dishes, Summer Series: Outer Banks, vegetarian.I might have found flirty peaches at the weekly Farmer’s Market this morning, but we still need to have dinner, right?! Good thing I decided to make a big ol’ batch of crock pot grits to cook low and slow all day. I mean, come on… it’s three ingredients. That’s barely even a recipe. So […]
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Summer Series, Day Four: Crock Pot Peach Crumble
Posted on by Valerie in Breakfast, Recipes, Side dishes, Summer Series: Outer Banks, vegetarian.Another beautiful day here at Ooh La La, our beach house for the week in the Outer Banks, NC. I woke up early and decided to get out for a run since there are miles of sidewalks down the main road. It was damn hot out even at 8 am, but I managed my attempt […]
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Summer Series, Day Three: Crock Pot Low Country Boil
Posted on by Valerie in Dinner, How To..., Recipes, Summer Series: Outer Banks.Dinner tonight was epic. Seriously. I’ve been dreaming about a low country boil for weeks now, but not just the flavors fusing together, but enjoying it with the salty ocean air, the sound of the waves, and the openness of a housetop porch. And indeed–my prophecy has come true! After another fabulous day at Ooh […]
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Summer Series, Day Two: Crock Pot Steamed Summer Vegetables
Posted on by Valerie in Dinner, Recipes, Summer Series: Outer Banks, Uncategorized.The sun was beaming in the window when I finally opened my eyes this morning. I had to look around for a minute and remember there wasn’t school or camp or work or anything to rush off to this morning. Today’s to do list included the pool and the beach. I was pretty sure I […]
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Summer Series: Dinner Is A Crock Heads To The Coast!
Posted on by Valerie in Summer Series: Outer Banks.We are going on vacation! I am so excited to take you (and my crock pots) to the beach to enjoy some sunshine, crashing waves, relaxation and of course, delicious food. We have rented this amazing beach house located in Avon, North Carolina. Avon is part of the Outer Banks, known for it’s quiet beaches, […]
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Crock Pot Loaded Potato Casserole
Posted on by Valerie in Appetizer, Breakfast, Dinner, Recipes, Side dishes.Who doesn’t love a baked potato with all the toppings?! The problem is, I rarely ever keep baking-sized potatoes in the pantry. (Although has anyone ever used one of these?!) So this recipe is a great way to fulfill that salty and savory craving with items that you can keep on hand. I used refrigerated shredded […]
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