Chicken Broth in a Slow Cooker Slow-Simmered Homemade Chicken Broth in the Crockpot Ingredients: 1 whole chicken carcass (or 2–3 lbs of chicken bones) 2 carrots, roughly chopped 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped 1 onion, quartered 4 cloves garlic, smashed 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 10 cups water Fresh parsley or thyme (optional) Salt to taste (add after cooking) Directions: Place chicken bones, vegetables, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns into a large slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar and pour in the water to cover all ingredients. Set the slow cooker to LOW and let it cook for 10–12 hours, or up to 24 hours for a richer broth. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or pot. Discard solids and season the broth with salt to taste. Let broth cool before storing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 hours | Total Time: 12 hours 10 minutes Kcal: 35 kcal | Servings: 8 cups #homemadebroth #chickenbroth #slowcookersoup #crockpotbroth #bonebroth #souprecipe #chickenstock #kitchenstaple #fromscratch #slowcooked #mealprepideas #comfortbase #souplovers #slowcookerrecipes #crockpotbasics #nutrientrich #easybroth #noadditives #cleanrecipes #pastinabase Simmering golden magic in my slow cooker today — this Chicken Broth is the ultimate base for all your cozy recipes!

Pesto Sauce Fresh Basil Pesto with Parmesan, Pine Nuts, and Garlic Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup pine nuts 3 garlic cloves, minced Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional, for brightness) Directions: Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool. In a food processor, combine basil leaves, cooled pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped. Add Parmesan cheese and pulse a few more times to combine. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using). Pulse again to mix. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze pesto in ice cube trays for easy portioning. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 minutes (toasting nuts) | Total Time: 12 minutes Kcal: 190 kcal per 2 tbsp serving | Servings: 6 servings #pestosauce #freshbasilpesto #homemadepesto #italiansauces #saucerecipe #pestopasta #easycondiments #basilrecipe #greenpesto #garlicandbasil #parmesanblend #nuttysauce #oliveoilmagic #quickpesto #simpleitalian #pestoforlife #pestolovers #dressingideas #kitchenstaples #herbsinmotion Whip up this homemade pesto in just 10 minutes! Bright, herby, and bursting with flavor—perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or dipping!

Butterscotch Sauce Rich Homemade Butterscotch Sauce with Butter, Brown Sugar & Cream Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark) 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and whisk until fully combined and bubbling, about 2–3 minutes. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. The mixture will bubble up—keep whisking until smooth. Lower heat and let the sauce simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened slightly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt. Let the sauce cool slightly before using. It will thicken more as it cools. Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently before serving. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 215 kcal per 2 tbsp serving | Servings: 8 servings #butterscotchsauce #homemadedessert #sweettoothsatisfy #brownsugarbutter #easydessertsauce #caramellovers #butterscotchgoodness #icecreamtopping #dessertdrizzle #saucysweets #homemadewithlove #butterscotchflavor #richandsmooth #creamybutterscotch #sweetdreamsauce #goldensauce #sugarbuttercream #desserttreats #kitchenstaple #spoonfulofjoy Drizzle this rich, buttery Butterscotch Sauce over ice cream, pancakes, or even brownies for an instant flavor upgrade!

Fajita Seasoning Bold Homemade Fajita Spice Blend Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon paprika (smoked or sweet) 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat) Directions: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until evenly blended. Store in an airtight container or spice jar in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Use 1 to 2 tablespoons per pound of meat or vegetables when cooking fajitas. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes Kcal: 15 kcal per serving (1 tbsp) | Servings: 8 servings (approx. 8 tablespoons) #fajitaseasoning #homemadespices #mexicanflavors #fajitas #tacotuesday #spiceblend #mealprep #diyseasoning #healthyseasoning #kitchenstaples #glutenfree #lowcarb #texmex #cleaningredients #spicyfood #noadditives #whole30 #paleo #familymeals #easyrecipes 🌶️🔥 Skip the store-bought mix and whip up your own Fajita Seasoning in minutes! Perfectly spiced and 100% clean – your fajitas just got an upgrade! 🌮✨

Delicious Egg Salad Creamy Classic Egg Salad with Dijon and Chives Ingredients: 6 large eggs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives Salt and black pepper to taste Paprika for garnish (optional) Directions: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10–12 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice water bath and let cool for 5 minutes. Peel the eggs once cool. Chop the eggs and place them in a mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled on toast, in sandwiches, or over greens. Garnish with paprika if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 4 servings #eggrecipe #eggsalad #classiccomfortfood #easymeals #proteinrich #lowcarbrecipes #lunchideas #deliciousandhealthy #homemadesalad #simpleingredients #quickrecipes #healthylunch #saladsandwich #mealprepideas #easyprotein #creamyeggsalad #diystaples #comfortsalad #toasttoppings #kitchenstaples 🥚✨ This creamy egg salad is pure comfort! Perfect on toast, crackers, or a fresh bed of greens. Your new lunchtime favorite is here. 🍞💛