Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Homecooking in the Crockpot

So I am a big fan of e-mealz. In an attempt to cook healthy and save money I have been using their walmart weight watchers point systems menu. One of the recipes I tried tonight was so good and so easy I thought I would pass it along for those of you who appreciate peas and cornbread.

1 1lb dried black eyed peas (sorted, rinsed and drained)
12 oz Farmland diced ham
6 cups water
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper (each)
2/3 cup salsa (I think next time I will use canned tomatoes instead)

Put all but salsa in crock pot. Cook on high for 2-3 hours and then cook on low the rest of the day. I would start them first thing in the morning. I did what she said and mine were not done completely. You don't put the salsa (or tomatoes) in until the last 30 minutes.
1 cup serving is 4 points

you can make your own cornbread or the kind they suggested was the betty crocker mix. Make as directed and add 1/2 cup 2% shredded cheese. These are only 3 points per muffin.

It really tasted great and I loved being able to have this southern comfort favorite without having to be home all afternoon for them to cook on the stove top. It was just easy.


2 comments:

Amanda said...

First off, that looks yummy. Secondly, I want to talk to you about your experience w/ emealz. I've thought about joining but didn't really know if I'd use it. If you get a chance, email me at askinner1601@gmail.com and let me know what you think about it.

Jena said...

I use E-Mealz too. That is so funny- I use the walmart- point one as well. I love that it is sooo planned out for you to follow. WE ARE SO MUCH ALIKE~