It’s the merriest time of the year again and it’s time to prepare something special for your loved ones. If you’re like most people who love the holiday season but are feeling overwhelmed with all the preparations, we have the perfect solution for you. In this article, we’ll be sharing five easy and delicious Christmas crockpot recipes that you can make for your Christmas celebration. These recipes will not only save you time and energy, but they will also be a hit with your family and guests.
Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham
Ingredients:
• 1 large ham
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Directions:
Combine the brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, orange juice, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
Place the ham in the slow cooker and pour the glaze over the ham.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the ham is cooked through.
Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients:
• 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Add the potatoes, chicken broth, milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or a fork until smooth.
Slow Cooker Creamy Green Bean Casserole
Ingredients:
• 2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 cups cooked green beans
• 1 can (6 ounces) French’s crispy onions
Directions:
In a bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce, and black pepper.
Add the green beans to the slow cooker and pour the soup mixture over the beans. Stir well.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
Sprinkle the crispy onions on top before serving.
Crock Pot Apple Crisp
Ingredients:
• 6 apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Directions:
In a bowl, mix the flour, oats, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.
Add the sliced apples to the slow cooker.
Sprinkle the flour mixture over the apples.
Cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours.
Making the Most of Your Holiday Season
With these five easy crockpot recipes in your holiday toolkit, you’ll spend less time hovering over a hot stove and more time making memories with your kids. Ultimately, the best gift you can give your family this Christmas is your full presence.
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