October 30th, 2009

crockpot swiss steak

Time of return is there. We all know what can be a very busy and expensive for families. With our economy being to not very good, stretching the food budget is particularly important that the money is spent on school fees, clothing, Athletic fees, even glasses for children. Here is a menu that is tasty, inexpensive and easy for busy, working mothers and others.

A Swiss steak made in the crockpot or Slowcooker is great for busy families. It has beef, potatoes, carrots, tomatoes and if you have your meat and vegetables a dish. Add a salad of bitter cucumbers and onions for a touch of crunch and flavor. For a quick and tasty dessert try our Mini Cherry Cheesecakes.

SWISS Slow Cooker Steak Dinner

1 1 / 2 pounds round steak beef cut into 6 pieces

1 / 4 c. Tea salt

1 / 8 c. Tea black pepper

8 new red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into quarters

1 lb. baby together carrots

1 med onion, sliced

1 can diced Italian tomatoes, undrained

1 jar beef gravy Homestyle

fresh parsley, chopped optional

Spray a 12-inch non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Sprinkle salt and pepper on beef cuts. cook the meat 6-7 minutes, turning once, until browned.

Layer potatoes, carrots, onion and meat into 4 to 5 QT crockpot or slow cooker. Mix with tomato sauce and pour over meat in casserole. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours , or until the meat and vegetables are tender. Sprinkle each serving with chopped parsley, if desired.

Makes 6 servings.

This is a good recipe for diabetics because it has a high carb protein ratio. Per serving: 27 g protein and 20 grams of carbohydrates.

Tangy cucumber, onion SALAD

1 cup fat free sour cream

2 v. tablespoons cider vinegar

2 v. tablespoon lemon juice

1 / 4 c. Tea Salt

1 / 8 c. Tea pepper

3 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced

1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced

In a large bowl, combine sour cream, vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Add cucumbers and onions and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Use a slotted spoon to serve.

MINI CHERRY cheese

1 packet of 6 mini graham cracker pie shells

1 (1 oz) package instant sugar free and fat free pudding cheesecake

12 c. down without sugar added cherry pie

6 c. tablespoon of sugar free whipped topping, optional

Prepare pudding mix according to the method of packing. Fill mini tart shells about 2 / 3 full (this will leave some pudding left over). Top pudding with 2 tablespoons pie filling pie. Refrigerate until serving. Top with a tablespoon of filling whipped, if desired.

Variations: Use 1 full-size pie shell to make a cheesecake regular size.

Use different pie fillings to suit your tastes. blueberries, peaches, etc., are also good.

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About the Author:

A grandmother with diabetes along with other autoimmune diseases. I like to share what I’ve learned with others thru writing. I also write novels.

Article Source: ArticlesBase.comCrockpot Swiss Steak, Tangy Cucumber Onion Salad, and Mini Cherry Cheesecakes


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