September 1, 2006
Mealtimes can be stressful when you’re looking after a brand new baby. I’ve burnt plenty of meals because I had to tend to a crying newborn. I finally went out and bought a slow cooker and instantly fell in love with it. Now I had two new babies.
Every morning, I would throw in some ingredients and forget about it until it was time to eat. I had the rest of the day to take care of my baby and myself and still have supper ready for when my husband came home from work.
Make Your Own Slow Cooker Meal
- 2 cups chopped beef, pork or poultry (or whole chicken breasts)
- 2 cups slice potatoes, rice, elbow macaroni (or any other pasta)
- 2 cups canned or frozen vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, celery, mushrooms, etc.)
- 2 cans of condensed soup (cream of mushroom, chicken or celery, etc.)
Shredded cheese and seasonings can also be added to your liking.
*These amounts can be varied according to your family’s size. Just mix ingredients in the slow cooker and leave the setting on low for 6-8 hours.
If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can also make your own casserole in the oven. Whether you use a slow cooker or the oven, it’s good to stock up on these staples and always have them on hand for quick meals.
Canned - tomatoes, tuna, salmon, mushrooms, low-sodium soups, beans
Frozen - vegetables, soup stock, chicken, lean beef, pork
Dry - whole wheat pasta, brown rice
Another thing that many moms find helpful is to plan a menu for the week and stick to it. Grocery shopping will only need to be done once a week for the items you need for that week’s menu. Gone will be the days where you have to stand in front of your fridge or pantry for a half hour to figure out what to make for supper.
And remember, if someone offers to help you cook or clean - graciously accept. You’re a new mom…it’s OK!






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