This is possible to cook beans in the crockpot but it can be tricky. If you want to have a go, cook soaked beans for a few hours on high, checking the liquid frequently and adding more if it is evaporating quickly. When the beans start to soften, turn the setting to low and give them another six to eight hours of cooking time.You can have success with beans by cooking them in this way but it depends on the hardness of your water, the type of beans you choose and the age of the beans in question. They are not guaranteed to come out perfectly, even though the crockpot was designed with beans in mind in the first place.

For beans which are soft, juicy and full of flavor, it is recommended that you prepare them in the conventional way, by soaking them and then boiling them on the stove. After that you can add them to your favorite slow cooker recipes and they will come out nicely.

Beans are very  nutritious and with contains multivitamin most people love their flavor. There are many kinds of beans you can experiment with in your crockpot recipes, including navy beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans and more.If you have not cooked with beans before, apart from the canned variety, why not try using fresh beans in your slow cooker recipes? You will be delighted with the flavor, texture and overall consistency of the dish.

My favorite meal of the day has always been breakfast. Nothing beats the cooking odors emanating from the kitchen in the morning. Fresh brewed coffee and sizzling bacon are two of the most recognizable and satisfying food smells, and they never fail to make me happy.

But breakfast is not only a morning meal. IHoP and Denny’s can attest to that. Though the main stars are eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes and pancakes, there are many variations and combinations of ingredients to keep your taste buds stimulated. Here are a few easy breakfast recipes that you can concoct in the kitchen.

Huevos Rancheros

What you need:

2 T olive oil
6 eggs
1 c sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 t salt
4 oz can green chiles (seeded and chopped)
3/4 c green pepper, chopped
6 six inch tortillas, flour or corn
1/2 c onion chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
28-32 oz can tomatoes, chopped and drained

What you do:

Heat tortillas one at a time, in preheated skillet over med heat. Turn over when they start to get puffy, repeat on other side. Wrap tortillas in foil and put in oven on warm setting.

In large skillet, cook onion, garlic, and green pepper in 1T oil until tender. Stir in green chiles, tomatoes and salt. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, uncovered.

In another skillet, heat one T olive oil. Break eggs into skillet and cook sunny side up until cooked to desired preference. Serve sauce on hot tortillas, topped with egg. Sprinkle on cheese; serve.

Many people underestimate the health benefits that fish can provide. Fish is a low fat food that provides an abundance of vitamins and minerals, as well as protein. It also contains the Omega 3 fatty acid. This is an essential fatty acid that has been proven to help fight heart disease when included in a healthy diet. In fact, many health professional recommend eating fish twice a week. Finding a tasty fish recipe can sometimes be a challenge, which is why I have included four of my favorite fish recipes below. I hope you enjoy them!

Poached Citrus Salmon

Ingredients:
2 1/2 lbs skinless salmon fillet
1 qt chicken stock
1 qt orange juice
2 cups white wine
1 small yellow onion (chopped)
2 tbsp minced garlic
2 cups chopped lemon grass
1 tsp salt
1 tsp white pepper

Directions:
Cut the salmon into equal portions. In a large sauce pan, pour in the chicken stock, white wine, orange juice, onion, lemon grass, and garlic. Mix the ingredients together, then add in the salt and white pepper. Allow this mixture to boil for about five minutes, then reduce it to a low boil. Drop the salmon into the mixture and let it cook for about five minutes, or until it becomes tender and flaky.

Baked Cod

Ingredients:
1 cup seasoned croutons (crushed)
1 tbsp minced fresh parsley
2 cod fillets
1 tbsp ranch salad dressing
Butter-flavored spray

Directions:
In a bowl, mix together the parsley and crushed croutons. Baste the cod with ranch dressing, and then roll it in the crouton mixture. Spray with butter-flavored spray, then place it into a lightly greased 11 x 7-inch pan. Bake for 10 - 15 minutes at 400 degrees F, or until the fish has become flaky.