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Slow Cooker Wassail (Spiced Apple Cider)

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Wassail. Slow cooker wassail to be exact. Are you familiar with wassail? It’s also known as spiced apple cider. Or mulled cider. Mulled means to heat, sweeten, and flavor with spices. Isn’t this just the perfect recipe to kick off October?

Yesterday, September 30 was Mulled Cider Day so, I wanted to remind you all about this amazingly delicious concoction. This is one recipe that usually gets served only during the fall and winter holidays. 

Sometimes I think we do a huge disservice when we label a recipe as a holiday or seasonal favorite and then, only serve it during that very brief time window. Wassail, hot spiced punch, is one such recipe.

Traditionally served in the fall or over the holidays, it just seems to get forgotten once those have passed. But, it shouldn’t be. This Slow Cooker Wassail is meant to be enjoyed on any day that you’d enjoy sipping a hot flavorful beverage but especially on a chilly day!

Slow Cooker Wassail, also known as Spiced Cider, can turn any day--but especially a super cold day--into something magical! Family friendly unless you add the brandy. [from A Year of Slow Cooking via GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

One of my favorite bloggers and now my dear friend, Stephanie O’Dea, of A Year of Slow Cookin , posted a wassail recipe several years ago during the Fall. A quick peek at the ingredients (apple cider or apple juice, pineapple juice, honey, cinnamon, cloves, and an orange) and I knew I had to make it!

I doubled the recipe and served it to my support group for our next meeting. After one sip, I fell absolutely in love with this wassail! Our members loved it, too. I ladled what was left back into a glass jar with the help of a funnel and stored it in the refrigerator. Then I just reheated the wassail a mug at a time; it worked well.

In fact, it was wonderful to have wassail ready to heat and serve a mug at a time. I even shared some with Mom and Dad when they stopped by for a visit. They thought it was great as well.

The focus of the Gluten-Free Progressive Dinner Party (GFDP) being held at the time was Light Winter Warmers. Everyone else participating quickly signed up for some fabulous soup recipes. I’m rarely short of soup ideas, but I wanted to be different. (Yes, I’m like that sometimes.) So I thought I’d share a warm beverage instead and Stephanie’s Wassail came to mind.

Would wassail qualify as a light winter warmer I wondered? A quick check online showed that wassail actually means “be healthy.” Wassail it was then. This wassail is gluten free, dairy free, and even refined sugar free, but no worries, this wassail has no unusual ingredients and it tastes sensational.

I made it again for our support group meeting. The folks who have had enjoyed it previously were very pleased to see my large oval crockpot full of golden liquid with sliced Cara Cara oranges (any oranges will work) and cinnamon sticks floating on top. Others, who had not been in attendance at the previous meeting when I served it, were singing its praises after a few sips.

They were juggling both mugs of wassail and mugs of Tasty Tortilla Soup, but they didn’t complain! (There was also great salad, parmesan crisps, cornbread, raw butternut squash soup, fresh cooked greens, whole grain gluten-free bread, and desserts like banana bread, brownies, flourless double chocolate Clementine cake, carrot cake, cupcakes, and even more that I can’t recall. Our meetings are always a feast!) I’ve only made this wassail recipe without the optional brandy, but I’m sure adding brandy, as per Stephanie directions, would provide some lovely sipping for adults!

Now here’s the really great news … not only do you get Stephanie’s wassail recipe, but she’s also donated a signed copy of her New York Times bestseller, Make It Fast, Cook It Slow: The Big Book of Slow Cooking, for a giveaway. (Update: This giveaway is now closed.) Now, I love Stephanie’s book because it’s got gfe written all over it. Okay, not literally, but every single recipe is either naturally gluten free or gluten free by virtue of ensuring the everyday ingredients used are gluten free. That’s embracing the gfe approach for sure.

Stephanie O'Dea, More Make It Fast, Cook It Slow, slow cooker, crockpot, cookbook review, cookbook giveaway, gluten free

For example, in the classic comfort food dish of macaroni and cheese, one would just use a gluten-free pasta, such as the brown rice fusilli that Stephanie notes. For chicken pot pie (yes, in your slow cooker!), you’ll see gluten-free baking mix cited for biscuit mix. Want to make risotto in your slow cooker? There’s a recipe for that. Hey, there’s even a recipe for breakfast risotto with fruit and cinnamon and another for corn risotto (her kids called it “corn oatmeal”). How about granola? There’s a recipe. Unsatisfied with yogurt choices at your grocery store? Stephanie shows you how to make your own using the slow cooker. How about perfect gluten-free bread? Yep. Grab your favorite gluten-free bread mix or your own recipe and follow her instructions for some fresh, homemade bread.

You might also remember Stephanie’s cornbread stuffing from our November Gluten-Free Progressive Dinner Party. I’ve made many of Stephanie’s recipes before and loved them all, but I’m anxious to try more. Today I’m making Stephanie’s Salsa Chicken, and her Butternut Squash Soup (which is naturally gluten free, dairy free, and sugar free) is also in my plans. I could go on and on. Bottom line:  You’ll want this book!

Let’s get back to Stephanie’s wonderful Slow Cooker Wassail, shall we?

Slow Cooker Wassail, also known as Spiced Cider, can turn any day--but especially a super cold day--into something magical! Family friendly unless you add the brandy. [from A Year of Slow Cooking via GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

Slow Cooker Wassail Recipe

Yield: Makes 9 cups

Slow Cooker Wassail

Slow Cooker Wassail

Fill you slow cooker with this amazingly delicious Wassail, also known as Spiced Apple Cider or Mulled Cider. You will love sipping it!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts apple cider (apple juice also works)
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 3 sticks cinnamon
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 whole orange, cut in rings
  • brandy, optional

Instructions

  1. Put all of the ingredients except for the brandy into a 4 - 6 quart slow cooker/crock pot.
  2. Wash your orange well, and cut off each end. Slice the remaining orange into rings, and float the pieces on the top of the juice.
  3. Cook on high for 2 hours, or on low for about 4. You want the juice completely hot, and the flavor of the cloves and the cinnamon to have permeated.
  4. Ladle into mugs. If you are going to add the brandy, put a shot into each mug, then top with the hot cider.

Notes

Our bees’ honey tastes just right in this recipe, but if you don’t eat honey, feel free to experiment with another sweetener such as maple syrup.

I find I have to keep my own slow cooker on “High” to keep the wassail hot enough. I do remove the top from time to time for periods of serving (and be sure to have a ladle on a plate beside the crockpot for serving), but the “High” serving works best for me.

Shared with permission from Stephanie O’Dea, A Year of Slow Cooking, and her Make It Fast, Cook It Slow cookbook.

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© Shirley Braden
Cuisine: American / Category: Beverages
Grab a mug and enjoy your wassail while checking out the other light winter warmers for the GFDP. All the entries have been sooo appealing. Earlier in the week, we enjoyed:

~Karen’s Creamy Potato and Leek Soup (unfortunately, this site is no longer active)

~Alison’s Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Croutons

~Diane’s Winter Fire-Roasted Tomato Soup with Prosciutto Topping, plus her Mexican Seafood Soup, and

~Seamaiden’s Vegan Un-Chicken Roasted Vegetable Soup (unfortunately, this site is no longer active)

All amazing, huh?

Now let’s head over to Stephanie’s today. Think chili! Stephanie’s got her crockpot full of Chicken Enchilada Chili. Tomorrow, we’re all meeting at Ali’s for Moroccan Chickpea and Potato Soup. What a party!

Enjoy and don’t forget to enter the giveaway!

Full disclosure: I was provided a complimentary copy of Make It Fast, Cook It Slow by the publisher. However, I was not paid to write this post/review. The opinions expressed here are my own.

Originally published October 1, 2021; updated December 27, 2021.

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Comments

    • Shirley says

      Hey there, Pam–I think you’ll really enjoy it! I sooo appreciate you having me on your blogroll, but I would never ask folks to do that because I believe strongly that folks should get to really know a blog before they decide they want to add it to their blogroll. Hope that makes sense! 🙂

      Shirley

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  2. glutenfreeforgood says

    Well, darn. Had I thought about it a little more creatively (as you did), I could have participated in your GFPD with the hot chocolate I made a couple days ago. Too many things going on! But I love the idea of this winter drink of yours and I can almost smell the oranges and cinnamon. Oh, and I love the name of Stephanie’s book (Make it Fast, Cook it Slow)! What a catchy name, good job with that one!

    As always, great post, Shirley.
    Melissa
    xo
    P.S. By the way, one of your links reminded me about your 2009 Valentine’s party. Loved looking over the photos again.
    🙂

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Melissa–The GFPD doesn’t end until tomorrow. We’d all be thrilled for you to add the info to your post and join in! I understand too much going on. This wassail is really nice, as I’m sure your hot chocolate is. 🙂

      Stephanie’s book is just great … such a variety of recipes and a mainstream, gluten-free cookbook … gotta love that!

      Thanks so much for your many compliments! You have me remembering our V Day party. Many folks are sad this year is not the year. 😉

      Now, let’s talk about you!! Many, many congrats on being honored by Easy Eats publication as a Gold Medal blogger! I totally agree and I’m so happy that they recognized it! 🙂

      xoxo,
      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Mikki–Welcome to gfe! Can’t wait to check out your blog and post. 🙂 I think the title of your blog fits all of us, really. 😉

      Best of luck … hope to see you again!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Christina–So good to see you again! You’ve been a lucky one here at gfe before. 😉 Wassail really is lovely this time of year. I was only introduced to it a few years ago, so I have a lot of catching up to do! LOL

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Castal–I think you are a new commenter–welcome to gfe! If you are subscribed to my feed via RSS (or email), you will get all my posts including the Out and About ones. No need to do anything more on that. Best of luck!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Alta–Yes, I think you should do some experimenting with wassail. I bet your kids will love it. 🙂

      Thanks for your subscription and tweeting! Good luck, dear.

      Shirley

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  19. Tara McGinnis says

    I love usung my crockpot and would love to be entered to win the cookbook. Thanks for all the great recipes.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Tara–I don’t think you’ve commented before … welcome to gfe! Crockpots are sooo helpful, aren’t they? Stephanie’s recipes are the best. 🙂

      Thanks for the kind words! Best of luck,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Scott K–Welcome to gfe! Indeed, Stephanie’s cookbook would be great to add to your collection. 🙂

      Thanks for all the publicity 😉 … good luck!

      Shirley

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  25. joan says

    I used a very similar recipe for years, minus the brandy! It is a rich assortment of flavors, not like the cider-with-a -cinnamon stick variety that tastes acidic. Yum!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Joan–Great to see you here at gfe again! It’s been a long time. I haven’t tried the brandy yet. You’re so right … the basic recipe has rich, complex flavoring. The real deal, so to speak! 😉

      Good luck!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Ali!–It’s always nice to have that personal connection, isn’t it? Steph’s book is wonderful … just like we know she is! I can see you taking so many of the recipes and adding your own special Ali twist. 😉

      Best of luck, dear!

      Shirley

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  28. Brenda says

    Love your Wassail recipe! Sounds like one my dad’s sister used to make at Christmastime!

    Would love to win your giveaway!

    Blessings!
    Brenda from MD

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    • Shirley says

      Hey Brenda–Well, how about that … I got you to post a comment again. 😉 Teasing … so good to see you here at gfe again! You have wassail experience. 🙂 Stephanie’s recipe is wonderful!

      Good luck, dear!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Marti–LOL Thanks for the cute comments and welcome to gfe! And, the Stephanie love, of course. She’s a sweetie and her blog is wonderful. Genius, indeed!

      Hope you enjoy what you see as you look around more at gfe. 🙂 Good luck with the giveaway!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Anna–Welcome to gfe! Great comment. 🙂 Stephanie is a dear! If you ever meet her in person, she’ll seem just like your best friend. Good luck with the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  38. Martha W says

    I’m definitely wanting this cookbook. I have made a few recipes from her website and they were delicious and hubby pleasing. Thanks for the great giveaway.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Martha W–Welcome to gfe! “Hubby pleasing” … yes, how true—great point! 🙂 Thanks to Stephanie for graciously offering a signed copy of her cookbook. It’s fun to see just how many fans she has!

      Good luck!

      Shirley

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  39. Babetta Popoff says

    I am so glad I stumbled across your page
    I cannot wait to read more and try some recipes! So very great!!!
    I’d LOVE this cookbook…even if I don’t win, I think it’s a necessity for the bookshelf…winning would be great tho 😉

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Babetta–Welcome to gfe! LOL on our relationship moving so fast. 😉 And, thanks very much for the kind words. Hope you find more that you enjoy as you look around gfe!

      Can’t wait to check out your blog … I’m very intrigued by your URL (and I presume the title of your blog). I’ve long been a fan of Curious George’s having been an elementary teacher and still a lover of childrens’ books. 🙂

      Shirley

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      • Babetta Popoff says

        Thanks Shirley…you can find the rather odd inspiration in my very first post “what’s in a name” from May 6, 2008

        As you’ll see if you peruse through the postings, Holly Hobbie is a childhood favorite of mine (Santa blessed me with a special gift this year) and Curious George was the first book my husband ever read as a child…so it’s a good metaphor for the two of us too 🙂

        My blog is a little bit of everything that goes into the ever evolving creation of ME.
        I hope you enjoy it…I’ve enjoyed yours immensely in just the short time I’ve been reading.

        Have a great weekend!
        and does it help to say “pick me pick me?”
        tee hee…well, it never worked in elementary school so maybe I should retract that 😉

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        • Shirley says

          Hey Babetta–Your blog is a delight! It’s a mix of all kinds of good things … just like you said. 🙂 Thanks so much for the very generous compliment re: gfe.

          I don’t think the random number generator listens to personal appeals, but nice try. 😉 Best of luck!

          Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Amy–Join the crowd. 😉 Stephanie’s cookbook is a popular one and a great one, of course! Looks like you’ve already done all the “hard work” for the extra entries. 🙂

      Good luck!

      Shirley

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  53. Suz A says

    Just what I was looking for. Family is getting bored with hot chocolate, tea and coffee. This should fit the bill. Steph is awesome and her comments crack me up. Would love to win her great cookbook.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Suz–Welcome to gfe! I think the wassail will be a nice change for your family. 🙂 Steph IS awesome! She’s both a cutie and a crack-up—a great combo in my book. 😉

      Best of luck!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Kirsten–Welcome to gfe! I was so silly and didn’t drink cider for years. Now I’m hooked on this recipe!

      Thanks for entering the giveaway! 🙂

      Shirley

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  55. Christina says

    This cookbook looks great. I am slowly in the process of going gluten free (2 kids with ADHD) and this cookbook would be a great place to start. I also love my Crockpot so that is a plus.

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    • Shirley says

      Hey Christina–Welcome to gfe! Love the name of your blog—a little self affirmation is good! 🙂

      Stephanie’s book would be very helpful to you for sure. I find that incorporating recipes that are naturally gluten free and making simple substitutions in others makes the transition much easier, healthier, and less expensive than other routes to gf. 🙂 Hope you’ll look around gfe and see the recipes here that use that same approach. Eating gluten free doesn’t have to be hard at all.

      Best,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Amy–Welcome to gfe! The progressive dinner party is a blast each month … always with a different theme and always great. 🙂 Now, if it didn’t have to be virtual …

      Thanks for entering the giveaway … best of luck!

      Shirley

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  61. Fujiko Duke says

    I would love to have a copy. I LOVE her blog and have made so many easy dinners.

    Thanks for having this give away!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Fujiko Duke–Welcome to gfe! “Easy dinners” … yep, that describes Stephanie’s recipes. 🙂 She’s the best, isn’t she?

      Thanks for your entries—good luck!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Liz!–Welcome to gfe! Now you have a chance! 🙂 Stephanie’s blog is a good thing to get addicted to. 🙂

      Thanks to Stephanie for graciously offering a signed copy of her cookbook! Best of luck,

      Shirley

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  65. Beth says

    I love Stephanie’s recipes! My oldest sister & I both have Celiac Disease, so it is always great to get new ideas for dinner and for holiday gatherings!!! WE love to use our crock pots!!!!!!
    Congratulations on the new baby Stephanie…I’m the youngest of 3 girls!!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Beth–Welcome to gfe! Stephanie’s approach is one I like to use here at gfe when eating gluten free … simple recipes that are naturally gluten free or easily made gluten free. Real food, with some mainstream processed foods, and a few gf specialty foods. Makes life so much easier, healthier, and less expensive as I like to say. Add in a crock pot and it’s practically nirvana! 😉 Stephanie rocks!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Heather–Good to see you here again at gfe! I always thought wassail would be something I didn’t like … I was so wrong. I think you’d love this recipe … even if you have to make a few tweaks given other food intolerances.

      Hugs,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Erin B.–Welcome to gfe! Many thanks to Stephanie for sharing her recipe and graciously offering up her “must have” cookbook! 🙂

      Best of luck in the giveaway,

      Shirley

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  69. Lindsay says

    Hi! I love your site! I am Celiac and so I LOVE finding new recipes to try, every one of yours I have tried so far is awesome! Thank you for taking the time to share them with us.

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    • Shirley says

      Lindsay–This comment and your others on your success using gfe mean the world to me—thank you so very much. I am humbled. I hope you’ll continue to find my blog to be a help. I think there are many who are still suffering trying to follow the traditional gf diet that usually is one processed food after another, with real foods (and dishes made from them) largely forgotten. I’m so glad you are cooking again. Please spread the word! Those of us who are gluten free do not have to live waiting on manufacturers to satisfy out eating needs.

      Best of luck on Steph’s cookbook … I know you’d love it!

      Shirley

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  70. Karin Franson says

    If I win this wonderful cookbook, I would give it to my cousin, who not only has Celiac Disease, but also recently diagnosed with Schatzki’s Ring. This cookbook would definitely make life easier for her. I hope she would share some of the recipes with me!

    Karin F

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Karin–Welcome to gfe! I am so moved by you and others who want to win to give Stephanie’s great cookbook to others they care about. That is just lovely. I am not familiar with Schatzki’s Ring. As a support group leader, I try to stay up on conditions that might be associated with celiac disease, so I’ll do some reading on that.

      Make It Fast, Cook It Slow would be very helpful to your cousin and you’d enjoy all the recipes. Stephanie’s recipes are either naturally gluten free or easily made gf with a substitution or two. That’s pretty much the gfe approach, too, so I hope you and your cousin will take a look around my site. A good place to start would be the sidebar: gfe’s tip sheets and most popular posts.

      All the best to you and your cousin, and good luck on the giveaway! 🙂

      Shirley

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  73. Lindsay says

    Hi again! I just left a post on Facebook with a link to this giveaway, I hope it helps! I would so love to win this book, I LOVE cooking but had kinda given up on it wsince I first started getting sick. This site as well as hers have given me hope and I am actually cooking again, it is sooooo great! I feel like I am coming to life. Thanks for making such a lovely offer available.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi scrapper al–Welcome to gfe! I actually could have written so much more about Stephanie’s great cookbook. I’ve made so many of her terrific recipes. I just made the Salsa Chicken in it this week and it was wonderful. 🙂 I’m using the small amount of leftovers to make tasty quesadillas for lunch. Yum.

      Best of luck!

      Shirley

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  79. Lori Roddy says

    I just discovered this blog – referred from an article I was reading on saving on food costs. This is great. I would love to win the cookbook!
    Thanks.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Lori–That’s great news that you found me that way. Welcome to gfe! Yes, with the gfe approach, you don’t have to spend a lot (as most gf folks do), because the emphasis is on real food and recipes made from real food with just a few mainstream processed foods and gf specialty items needed. And, your life will be healthier and easier as well as less expensive. 🙂

      Steph’s book follows the same thinking. As I was just mentioning to another reader, I made her Salsa Chicken a few days ago … chicken, salsa, black beans, and corn. We’ve already eaten 2 meals from that dish and I’ll be adding some cheese and using corn tortillas to make some great quesadillas for lunch. Definitely saving on food costs and gluten free easily (gfe), too. 😉

      Shirley

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  81. Anne says

    We made this wassail over our “Christmas Cookie Baking” marathon weekend – and sipped the day away while stuffing our faces wtih various kinds of cookies and candy (and dough!). It was wonderful – the perfect complement to cookies and a cold winter day (it hit 34 below here, not even with windchill, the other day!) So nice that it was in the crockpot and stayed warm all day!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Anne–Welcome to gfe! Oooh, I bet your wassail with cookie baking marathon was a wonderful time. 🙂 If it’s still cold there and it sure sounds like it might be, then might be time to make it again. BTW, I love to make cut-out cookies for Valentine’s Day … without the busyness of the holiday season. Plus, I’m weak for heart cookies with pink icing. 😉

      Best of luck on the giveaway!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Olivia–Welcome to gfe! Yes, Stephanie’s book has wonderful recipes, all delightfully gluten free. 🙂

      Hope you’ll take a look around gfe to check out easy, delicious gluten-free recipes here. 😉 Best of luck on the giveaway!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Debbie–Welcome to gfe! 🙂 Life is good indeed … one of my favorite expressions and one of my favorite clothing lines, too. 😉

      Thanks for entering the giveaway!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi, dear Lauren–I was driving home from work today and I thought Oh, my gosh, I need to send Lauren my recipes!! Later tonight or tomorrow morning, I will do that. I’m still meeting the deadline, right? Hope the recipes are pouring in for your ebook … truly a good thing you are doing! 🙂

      You might have just heard people refer to wassail-type drinks just as apple cider. Sometimes folks make a similar concoction, but simply call it spiced cider because apple cider is the main ingredient. Do give it a try … I really think you’d love it!

      Shirley

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  89. Palila says

    Mmm, wassail. And the book! I’m looking for crockpot recipes, now that I’m starting a busy job and have recently needed to go gf. (I need to give those recipes to my husband, so he can get things started for dinner after I leave!)

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Palila–Welcome to gfe! Hope you’ll take a look around and see if my gf recipes and resources are helpful. 🙂 You’ll love the wassail, and it goes without saying that you’ll love Stephanie’s book. It’s awesome! Will definitely come in handy for you with your busy job. And, sounds like a good plan with your hubby, too. 😉

      Best,

      Shirley

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  90. Kristin Ayers says

    I don’t cook gluten free, but saw this cookbook and love all the slow cooker recipes! I really want to give them a try!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Kristin–Welcome to gfe! You’re right … you don’t need to cook gluten free to enjoy Stephanie’s wonderful cookbook. Everyone loves her recipes. 🙂 That’s the best approach to eating gluten free … food that is naturally gluten free or easily made gluten free. Everyone loves these types of dishes and there are now weird taste or texture issues.

      Anyway, good luck in the drawing! 😉

      Shirley

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  94. Youthful One says

    Just subscribed via email – and delighted to do so – not sure why I haven’t before, as I also am gluten-free and have certainly read your blog a number of times… Ah well, I guess I just needed the motivation of possibly winning this cookbook!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Youthful One–Welcome to gfe officially! Thanks so much for the subscription. Hope you’ll find it worthwhile. 🙂 I really appreciate you being a reader!

      I agree; Stephanie is the best, as is her blog and her recipes. Good luck to you!

      Shirley

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  95. anna says

    Have tried this wassail and it is delicious. Something to keep you toasty warm on those chilly winter days. Thanks for the opportunity to win Stephanie’s book! 🙂

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    • Shirley says

      Hi anna–Welcome to gfe! Ah, a wassail review from a reader of Steph’s blog—thank you! I wish I’d had some of that wonderful wassail left today.

      Thanks for entering the giveaway and best of luck 🙂 ,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Tracy–Welcome to gfe! An arsenal of warm drinks sounds really, really good. Great for winter or around the campfire any time. 😉 Hope you enjoy Steph’s wassail.

      Thanks for taking the time to comment and entering the giveaway,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Brooke–Thanks so much for the kind words! Welcome to gfe! I hope you’ll take a look around and come back. This site is all about helping those who need to eat gluten free take a different approach that will ensure an easier gf path, so to speak.

      Best of luck in the giveaway! 🙂

      Shirley

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  99. Susan says

    I’ve never tried a mulled cider with pineapple juice. Looking forward to trying it. Will add more spices, though, for my husband.
    Susan

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Susan–Welcome to gfe! It’s a great recipe. I’m sure you can have fun spicing it up a bit for your husband though. 😉

      Thanks for entering the giveaway,

      Shirley

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  100. Debbie Hark says

    I think I’ll make this tomorrow. Thanks for all the soup recipes, and for entering me into the contest!
    Debbie

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    • Shirley says

      HI there, Debbie–Welcome to gfe! I hope you enjoy Steph’s wassail recipe … I think you will. The soup recipes are amazing … such variety. Enjoy!

      Shirley

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  101. Judith Reppucci says

    I have been following 365 days of crockpots for a while, and I love her recipes. We’re having an unusually cold and snowy winter on Cape Cod, and it’s so nice to walk into the house at the end of the day with the smell of dinner in the air! Thanks for this very nice contest!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Judith–Welcome to gfe! Glad to hear you are a great fan of Stephanie’s. She has—understandably—earned so many followers. 🙂 Yes, I have to agree that walking into the smell of dinner already cooked is just the best. Yes, I’m imagining that would be especially true where you live.

      Glad you stopped by to enter the giveaway … good luck! 🙂

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Nicole–Welcome to gfe! Will have to check out your blog to see where you are in VT. We love visiting on our summer motorcycle trips. 🙂

      I agree … great giveaway when the prize is a signed copy of Stephanie’s cookbook! Enjoy your wassail.

      Shirley

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  103. Megan says

    Following you on FB! It just snowed today and I have all the ingredients for the Wassail….it will be perfect to cozy up with by the fire….and maybe all 3 kids will take a nap. Hey, a girl can dream, can’t she 🙂 Thanks for the great blog and I have loved following Stephanie’s blog!!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Megan–Hope that nap thing worked out for you! I just had one child and it was not unusual for me to resort to the old “let’s take a ride” trip in the car to get a little break. That’s a little bit harder with three. 😉 Hope you made and enjoyed the wassail. I’m wishing I had some more right now. 🙂

      Thanks so much for the very nice compliment on my blog! And, Stephanie’s blog is the best. She’s one of my absolute favorites in the blogosphere!

      Shirley

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  105. Lisa says

    What a great recipe! I have tried quite a few of Stephanie’s recipes and all have been good. I can’t wait to see her book. I served this recipe at a family dessert party, and there wasn’t any left! Perfect for a cold and windy day.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Lisa–Welcome to gfe! Another great wassail review—thank you! Stephanie’s book is just chock full of terrific recipes. As the subtitle says, it’s The Big Book of Slow Cooking. 🙂 One can always find a great dinner, side dish, dessert, and even craft ideas in her cookbook.

      Thanks so much for entering the giveaway and sharing your personal endorsement,

      Shirley

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  106. Heather P. says

    I seriously loved Stephanie’s blog the minute I saw it dealing with the gluten allergy is though and she makes cooking for the entire family so much easier. I can’t wait to see that book!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Heather P.–Welcome to gfe! Yes, Stephanie just makes dishes that everyone will love that are naturally gluten free or easily made so with a gf substitution here and there. Definitely the way to go for gluten-free eating and taking care of the whole family as you’ve said. Everyone loves these recipes!

      Best of luck,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Michele–I’m so glad you found gfe—welcome! Oh my goodness, those are such sweet things to say. Thank you ever so much! I hope you’ll continue to visit and find helpful ideas and recipes. 🙂

      Good luck on the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  111. em-jay says

    I love following her website–I would love to have the book! I’ve used a couple recipes from her site. I really like using my slow cooker, and not many people have recipes that are slow-cooker-friendly. Thanks for the chance to win!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi em-jay–Thanks so much for taking the time to comment and enter the giveaway! Welcome to gfe. 🙂 Slow cooker recipes are sort of special cases. Stephanie has mastered them. I know you’d love the rest of her recipes!

      Best of luck,

      Shirley

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  112. Lisa says

    Wassail fan here too…i originally tried it when Stephanie posted it on her blog. Thanks for the reminder that it’s yummy…and not just around holiday time!

    I’ve passed both Stephanie’s and your blogs on to my neighbors’ mom who is gf and it was definitely appreciated.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi there, Lisa–How neat that you enjoyed Stephanie’s wassail as well! Welcome to gfe and thanks so much for passing on my blog to your friend who is gf—I really appreciate it. 🙂 Note that my site is all about real food with some mainstream processed foods, and a few gf specialty products. So really the recipes here can be enjoyed by anyone. Anyone who eats gluten can use most of the recipes “as is,” but any time a recipe calls for special flour, those who eat gluten can just substitute all-purpose flour and skip any xanthan gum (if included).

      Thanks so much!

      Shirley

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  113. Katie says

    I have developed quite a love affair with my slow cooker – it’s so much more than just roast and veggies! Plus the added bonus of gluten-free info makes my life that much easier. Thank you for such an invaluable kitchen treasure!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Katie–Welcome to gfe! I understand that love affair … who doesn’t want to have dinner ready for them when they walk in the door? That is true love indeed. 😉 Stephanie’s blog and cookbook are fabulous for those who are gluten-free. 🙂

      Hope you’ll get a chance to look around here at gfe and see what’s offered. Thanks so much for entering the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  117. Amy says

    What a fun contest! I’m going to share your blog with a friend of mine learning to cook GF for her daughter with celiac. We both love Stephanie’s Crock Pot blog already!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Amy–Welcome to gfe! Thanks so much for sharing my blog with a friend who is learning to cook gluten free. Stephanie’s blog will be a huge help to her. 🙂 Hope she and you, as well, will appreciate my site. Like Stephanie’s, it’s all about making dishes that are naturally gf or easily made gf. The main thing is these recipes are not only safe for those who are gluten free, but they are delicious for everyone.

      Thanks so much for entering the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  119. Pam says

    Will share this with friends on Facebook and send it to my daughter-in-law as I gave her this book for Christmas and she absolutely loves it and has referred to it in her blog! PS-I’d love one too!

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  120. beboknows says

    just signed up for your email . I’ve been following Stephanie’s crockpot blog forever and her new Totally blog as well. While I don’t have a problem with gluten, I find the vegetable receipes are usually great and good for my weightloss attempt. Looking forward to gfe email updates,

    barb

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    • Shirley says

      Hi beboknows!–Welcome to gfe! I hope you’ll enjoy your email updates with recipes and info from gfe. 🙂 Like you said, you don’t have to be gluten free to enjoy Stephanie’s recipes … same here at gfe.

      Thanks so much … good luck!

      Shirley

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  121. Beth says

    I love Stephanie’s recipes! My oldest sister Lorrie & I both have Celiac, it’s wonderful to be able to make GF recipes in our crock pots! We love our crock pots!! I would really enjoy this cookbook!!
    Congratulations on the new baby Stephanie….I’m the youngest of 3 girls!!!!!!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Beth–Welcome to gfe! Stephanie’s recipes are the best and, like you said, great gluten-free slow cooker recipes. So nice to come home to! 🙂

      Hope you and your sister will take a look around gfe to check out the gluten-free recipes here. Many follow the philosophy that Stephanie embraces and a few are even slow cooker recipes, but, of course, Stephanie is our slow cooker queen. 😉

      Best of luck in the giveaway,

      Shirley

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  122. Donna says

    I just started following 365 Days of Crockpotting and it’s great! I love the humor and the new ideas for things to make in the crockpot. Will share it with my celiac friends, too!

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    • Shirley says

      Donna–Welcome to gfe! Yes, Stephanie’s blog IS great. She has a terrific sense of humor and I don’t think there’s anything she can’t do with her crock pot. LOL, but true!

      Thanks so much for taking the time to comment and enter the giveaway! Hope you and your friends will take a look around gfe for more gluten-free recipes and info—thanks!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Monica–Welcome to gfe! It is the perfect recipe for that kind of day. I should have portioned mine out so I could keep enjoying it. 😉

      Thanks!

      Shirley

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  124. Lynda says

    I just became a fan on Face Book. I’m looking fwd to sharing this with several friends who are needing to be gluten-free – they’ll love this. Thank you! Getting ready to add more entries in hopes of winning this book. 😉

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  125. Lynda says

    just subscribed to the RSS feed – I love that I can read all the blogs entries from my e-mail…I’ve been eager to try these crockpot recipes

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  126. Lynda says

    I absolutely love my crock-pot & when I found the site “a year of slow cooking” I was delighted! Always looking for more ways & recipes to use my crock-pot. Would love to have this cookbook!

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  127. Lynda says

    just posted a msg on my status about both giveaway & your blog; I also sent private msgs to 2 of my friends who I think would enjoy your site. Thanks for doing this!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Sarah–Welcome to gfe! I know exactly what you mean … Stephanie makes everyone fall in love with their crockpots again. 😉

      Best of luck!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hey there, Susan–Welcome to gfe! There are so many of us who are fans of Stephanie’s great blog. I know you will love her cookbook … a great extension of her blog! 🙂

      Shirley

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  132. Tanya says

    I first heard of Make It Fast, Cook It Slow at a library art show in December (where we were sharing gluten free cookies). I have been on the library wait list for the book since then. I love to try cook books through the library before buying. I have checked out the blog and can’t wait to read the cook book and try all the great recipes.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Tanya–Great to see you here again at gfe! It’s good to know that the word is getting out on Stephanie’s terrific book. 🙂 Trying books out first is a smart idea for sure. Bummer on the wait though.

      Best of luck on the giveaway! Oh, BTW, did you ever make the garlic cheese biscuits? I poured the batter on a casserole the other night and the result was delish. Can’t wait to try it on pot pie. 😉

      Shirley

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  133. Jenn/CinnamonQuill says

    I’ve never had wassail! It sounds like a real treat…mmmm, I love the pineapple and cider combination.

    Also; oooo cookbook! I don’t have a slow-cooker but I use my big cast-iron dutch oven and heat it in the oven at a semi-low temp for a few hours. It works pretty well!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Jenn!–Great to see you. 🙂 I think you’d love the wassail. It is a very lovely combo indeed. Dutch ovens are great tools, indeed. Still, you might want to pick up a slow cooker or put out the word that you are looking for one. They can be very economical. You can often find one at thrift stores never or barely used. Likewise, some folks have them packed away in cabinets and might jump at the chance to gift a friend with theirs. 😉 Slow cookers take only pennies a day to operate—a big advantage of them.

      Best of luck on the giveaway! BTW, got your email … thanks!

      Shirley

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Ann–Welcome to gfe! Oh my gosh, I love your blog name … must check it out. 🙂 The wassail is a winner … give it a try, and best of luck on the giveaway!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi miss julia–Welcome to gfe! I’m loving meeting all of Stephanie’s fans … it’s great! Okay, three pots is impressive, and not trying to brag, but I have seven. LOL No kidding, but we do a lot of entertaining. Crocks are really great for that purpose. 🙂

      Good luck on the giveaway!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hey Stacey–Welcome to gfe! Steph’s blog will be a great resource to you being gluten free, especially since you already love your crock pot. 🙂 Please take a look around my site. The gfe’s tip sheets and gfe’s most popular posts on the sidebar will probably be really helpful to you. The tip sheets get you thinking about foods, meals, desserts, etc. that are naturally gluten free, plus stocking your pantry, and so forth. Feel free to email me with any questions/concerns. I lead a gluten intolerance/celiac support group and I love to help folks make an easy transition.

      Best,
      Shirley

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  139. Michelle says

    I ♥♥ A Year of Slowcooking – thanks to Steph I can cook fish again. Never considered cooking it foil in the crock before!
    No more typing, I need to poke around GFE, this will be fun!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Michelle–Welcome to gfe! Steph’s blog is the best. As you are pointing out, there are so many ways she teaches you to use your crock pot. I’m wondering if you tried her salmon on a cedar plank recipe. That’s still on my list … I do so love salmon. 😉

      Hope you have fun looking around gfe! You’ll find easy, but tasty recipes … similar to Steph’s approach on cooking gluten free. There are even a few crock pot recipes, but, of course, Steph is the queen when it comes to those!

      Shirley

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  142. Kim says

    I’m in, and off to go read some more of your blog… I’m new here. Thanks for the chance to win! (I never do win contests, y’know, but maybe one of these days pigs will fly and my entry will be drawn. It could happen.)

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Kim–Welcome to gfe! Hope you find some helpful recipes and info. 🙂 A good place to start is the sidebar.

      The random number generator picks the winner so pigs could definitely fly … that would be sooo random, wouldn’t it? 😉 LOL Best of luck!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      HI Annette–Welcome to gfe! Everyone is wanting Stephanie’s book and they’re right … it’s a wonderful one. 🙂

      Good luck in the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  146. Marla says

    I discovered Stephanie’s blog when searching for a candied sweet potatoes crock pot recipe this past Thanksgiving. I was looking for a way to free up my oven for the turkey and make use of my crock pot. Not only was there a great recipe, I now have a terrific resource for making even more use of my crock pot! I’d absolutely love a copy of her cookbook!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Marla–Welcome! It’s great you found Stephanie’s blog. I know I felt like I hit the jackpot when I found it. Seriously. 🙂

      Best of luck,

      Shirley

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  149. Natalie says

    I recently bought a slow cooker, and then discovered Stephanie’s blog – and I am now addicted to BOTH! And I’m extremely happy to find your blog – another wonderful GF resource!

    The slow cooker has saved my life (figuratively) and my bank balance (literally) this post-holiday season, and I’d really love this book!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Natalie–Welcome to gfe! Now, those are good addictions, you’ve developed. LOL Thank you re: gfe … I won’t mind if you become addicted to gfe as well. 😉

      I agree with you … the slow cooker is an amazing tool. Good luck on the giveaway! 🙂

      Shirley

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  150. Gina Simpson says

    Just recently discovered I need to be Gluten Free. Need all the help I can get! Would love to win the book.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Gina–Welcome to gfe! Stephanie’s cookbook would be a wonderful one for you, just starting out gluten free. 🙂 Her recipes will amaze you and everyone else you feed them to. No need to even say they are gluten free. Seriously. I believe Stephanie’s slow cooker recipes mirrror my own gfe approach, which is to focus on real food and meals that are naturally gluten free, use some mainstream processed foods that are gluten free and safe, and incorporate a few gluten-free specialty foods (e.g., pasta) as needed. Please take a moment to check out my gfe’s tip sheets on my sidebar. There are lots of ideas there to help you get started gf that will set you on a much easier, healthier, and less expensive path than is traditionally followed. Check out the most popular recipes on the sidebar and take a look around for dishes you’re afraid you might not be able to eat again. You’ll find many easy, happy solutions to eating gf. Feel free to email me with questions/concerns. I lead a gluten intolerance and celiac group and am always glad to help folks make a great transition to eating gf.

      All the best,

      Shirley

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  151. Heather says

    Can’t wait to try the delicious wassail recipe. I’ve been using slow cooker recipe’s off of Stephanie’s blog and will be passing along your gluten free site to my sister in law who has to cook gluten free!
    Thanks!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Heather–Welcome to gfe! I know you’ll love the wassail recipe. Thanks so much for passing along my blog into to your SIL! I hope she’ll find it very helpful. I look forward to “meeting” her. I’d just like to add a note that like Stephanie’s blog, you don’t have to be gluten-free to enjoy my recipes here at gfe. Most gfe recipes are naturally gluten free and require no special ingredients. 🙂

      Best of luck in the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  152. Alison Cardon says

    Hi! I am a long-time crockpot queen and I just stumbled onto here by chance. I have been getting an itch to try some new recipes, and I was looking for some online for my church’s cooking club, which I am running now. Gosh, I would love to try and win this cookbook! Stephanie is awesome! It was really inspiring seeing what she’s doing, since I am a mom with four kiddos, one of which is a nursing baby. Good for her!!! I will be following her blog from now on. Have a great day!! =)

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Alison–Welcome to gfe! Wow, a crockpot queen and head of your church’s cooking club—those two actually go together well. 🙂 That’s a neat function and service, making cooking easier and more delicious for all involved. 😉 I agree … Stephanie is awesome. She amazes me daily. Hope you’ll find some great recipes here at gfe for all. Like Stephanie’s recipes, everyone can use and enjoy them.

      Best of luck with your cooking club and on this giveaway, Alison!

      Shirley

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  153. Jenn says

    Hi!
    I have been following Stephanie’s site almost as long as she has been doing it. I love it and her! She mentioned your site and the possible give-a-way…very exciting! I’ve been trying to be good about money, but will have to get her cookbook soon! There isn’t one recipe I have made that I haven’t liked!
    Regards,
    Jenn

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Jenn–Welcome to gfe! That’s so neat that you’ve been following Stephanie’s blog for so long. That first year of daily recipes must have been fantastic! I think I found out about her 6 months in or so. Still, I loved finding her site and still greatly enjoy her recipes. You just never know what type of recipe she’ll be coming up with, but you know it will be good as you said! 😉

      Best of luck on the giveaway! You certainly have the fan “cred” to win it … now to tell that to the random number generator … 😉

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi SJ–That’s great … welcome to gfe! I hope you’ll find it helpful. I lead a gluten intolerance and celiac support group so my mission is to make living gf much easier for folks and to especially make that initial transition a healthy, easy, and less expensive one. Please take a look at the gfe’s tip sheets on the sidebar and the most popular recipes there as well, and then just take a look around for your favorite recipes. Chances are you’ll find them … a gf version, but still fabulous. 😉 Enjoy and don’t hesitate to shoot me an email with questions/concerns.

      Best of luck on the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  159. Alyson Hill says

    I love Stephanie’s recipes almost as much as I love my slow cooker…it’s such a wonderful implement to use for Australian Summer cooking when you want good food without heating up the kitchen.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Alyson–Welcome to gfe! It is hard to separate the two, isn’t it? 😉 Thanks for the reminder on the benefits of slow cooker cooking for summer. That is definitely the season when I least like to cook and it’s for that very reason—I don’t want to heat up the kitchen. I’ll try to do better this summer keeping that in mind—thank you. 🙂

      Good luck!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Marilyn–Welcome to gfe! You’re so right … those flavors are hard to beat alone … put them all together with some heat and you have a winner wassail. 🙂

      Good luck!

      Shirley

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  165. Christy B. says

    Wow! This cookbook sounds amazing! I have a homeschooled houseful, so this cookbook would be, dare I say, awesome! It looks like a great assistant in a shift to going gluten free…or at least less.

    I found you through the author’s blog.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Christy B.–Welcome to gfe! 🙂 I appreciate all your entries … with your great, funny comments, no less. 😉 Stephanie’s cookbook is amazing. You will find it to be a huge help, and the recipes are the best because they are naturally gluten free or show the easy substitutions to make gluten free. Important note: If you are going gluten free, 100% gluten free is a requirement. A little bit of gluten (even a tiny bit) is like a little bit of rat poison for folks who have issues with gluten. That tiny bit continues damage and symptoms (even though one might not be aware the symptoms are connected to gluten). Also, ideally, I recommend testing for celiac before one goes gluten free. I sure hope you are over the trauma of signing up. LOL Yes, that pizza is really wonderful. If you go to the post here, you can read all the comments/reviews from gfe readers. 🙂

      Glad you are not paparazzi. I’d hate to have one of those “bad hair, still in pajamas at 3:00” photos posted. 😉 I had to chuckle about signing up for email vs RSS. I’m so with you on that! I sign up for RSS if email subscription isn’t available, but then I only look, uh, maybe every 6 weeks. I’m bad. Need it in my In Box!

      I really have been able to have all the foods I love while eating gluten free. I find myself very happy with eating real food, some mainstream processed food, and very few gf specialty foods. The trick is to focus on all the foods you love that are already gluten free and use those as your core meals, desserts, etc. You’ll see that I’m a big fan of crustless, flourless, and so forth. I could go on and on. Take a look at gfe’s tip sheets and the most popular posts under my sidebar and you’ll get an idea of the gfe approach. Feel free to email me with any questions/concerns. I lead a gluten intolerance/celiac support group, so I’m all about helping folks make the transition with ease.

      Thanks so much! Best of luck with the giveaway …

      Shirley

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  166. Christy B. says

    I am following you on twitter as notableblogger…but looking at all that pizza made me REALLY hungry. I can’t get up, because a baby that rarely sleeps is snoozing on my lap, and now all I can think about is food!!! Signing up for this giveaway is really getting traumatic. 😉

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  167. Christy B. says

    I am now an email subscriber. I’m glad you have that option, since RSS readers are easy for me to forget about. Spacey…probably from lack of food. Baby still sleeping…me still stuck…still thinking about that pizza. Does it taste as good as it looks? Do you MISS different flavors going gluten free? I guess I’ll find out now that I’m an email subscriber and will get recipes! 🙂

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  168. Christy B. says

    I am a fan on Facebook. No Paparazzi worries, though, since I don’t have a great zoom lens on my camera, and I’m not crazy about crowds. I’m not too crazy about taking photos of people over their backyard fence either. You’re safe from me!

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  169. Dawn J. says

    This is exactly what I need right now. We had some very nice weather for a while but it’s getting cold again and that Wassail sounds really good! And so does the book. 🙂

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Dawn J–Welcome to gfe! The wassail is really good. I’m dilly dallying about getting the wood stove going this evening and wishing I had a mug right now. 😉

      Stephanie’s book is fabulous! Best of luck in the giveaway 🙂 ,

      Shirley

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  171. Pam says

    Became a fan of your new gfe-gluten free easily page on Facebook. Love your receipes, and have copied a bunch to try once I have a day off. The cookbook looks like it woulkd be a welcome addition to our kitchen.
    Thanks,
    Pam

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Pam–Thanks so much for your very kind words, becoming a fan of my new FB page, and commenting to enter the giveaway of Stephanie’s great cookbook! Let me officially welcome you to gfe and wish you the best of luck on the giveaway!

      Hugs,

      Shirley

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  172. Ann Chupp says

    I thought this recipe looked GOOD!. My sister Marti told me all about your website and I have put it on my favorites! Yummy!

    Ann

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Ann–Welcome to gfe! Yes, very good. 🙂 I remember Marti. How nice that she passed my site on to you. A family referral—that’s great! Thank you for the nice words. Hope you continue to enjoy gfe. Let me know if I can help you find specific recipes here, etc.

      Best of luck on the giveaway!

      Shirley

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  173. Virginia says

    I have really enjoyed exploring your blog (and Stephanie’s for that matter). I have a friend who is on a gf diet and your blog has been super helpful with all of the yummy ideas that you’ve shared. Thanks!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Virginia–Thank you so much! Welcome to gfe officially. 🙂 I’m so glad that your friend who is gf is finding my blog helpful. I think gfe can be used by anyone and helps show non-gf folks how to take care of their gf friends and family. And, everyone gets to enjoy great-tasting food!

      Stephanie’s blog is wonderful. She’s such a delight. Best of luck in the giveaway of her book!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Why thank you, Emily! Your kind words are much appreciated, and welcome to gfe. (It looks like you might be a new Emily here.) 🙂

      That’s great that you’ve been following Stephanie over at A Year of Slow Cooking! Best of luck on the giveaway … her cookbook will be such a great prize for someone—maybe you. 😉

      Shirley

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  175. Anna says

    My boyfriend got a slow-cooker for Christmas, which he conveniently left at my house… I’ve only made oatmeal and pulled pork so far, but I can’t wait to experiment with more recipes! Thanks for offering this book!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Anna–Welcome to gfe! That is convenient. 😉 If you win Stephanie’s book, you’ll be ready to go then! The two recipes you mentioned are certainly some great ones for the crockpot. BTW, there are a few more slow cooker recipes here at gfe.

      Best of luck!

      Shirley

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  176. Michele says

    Just popped over from The W.H.O.L.E Gang’s blog, I see your name there alot! I am looking forward to receiving your emails!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Michele–Welcome to gfe! Yeah, Diane and I have a mutual admiration club thing going on. 😉

      Thanks so much for subscribing to gfe! Best of luck …

      Shirley

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  177. Christine says

    The wassail recipe sounds heavenly! If Stephanie’s recipes are all that delicious, I’m sure I’d love a copy of her book. 🙂

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  178. Miriam says

    Love my crockpot! Used it last night to make a potroast, leftovers tonight will be shredded hot beef sandwhiches. Yummm.

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  181. Dee says

    I am always looking out for new crockpot recipes. I own four crockpots of various sizes and I’m always amazed at what delicious meals I can make and even bake… At any rate, I would love to have a copy of Stephanie’s book, Thank you.

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  182. Lauren says

    Looks like some good stuff. I actually surfed over from another blog, in an effort to find more GF dishes to have in my repertoire for friends and family who are gluten-free. Since my GF roommate moved out, I’ve had to search for more tasty recipes on my own! I’d love a copy of the cookbook to share with my Mom, who is GF!

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  183. Renee says

    I saw the food article published in the West Virginia Sunday Gazette-Mail on Jan 24, 2010 and recognized Stephanie’s name right away. I’m so excited for her successful cookbook. Happy cooking!

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  184. Jennifer R. says

    would love to win this cookbook — I’ve tried a few recipes from her website and really like them — love my crockpot too!!

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Elizabeth–Welcome to gfe! Glad you’ve heard about Stephanie’s great cookbook. 🙂 Getting ready to run the random generator for all the entries up to the deadline. 😉

      Best of luck,

      Shirley

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  187. sharon canyon says

    Hello,

    I loooove your blogspot. Very informative. As a Personal Chef I am always looking for innovative ways to prepare ‘real food’. I love food soooo much, that sometimes I wish I had 3 stomachs like a cow so that I could fill each one of them up with all of the delicious food I come across. But than again, if I had all of those stomachs I doubt I’d be able to move much. Anyway, keep up the good work.

    Sincerely,
    Sharon

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Sharon–Welcome to gfe! LOL on the love of food. That is the beauty of food blogs … you can’t enjoy all the food without actually ingesting it. 😉

      Thanks so much for your kind words! Hope to see you again,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Julie–Welcome to gfe! Thanks! Whoever who gets the cookbook will be a big winner. 🙂 Getting ready to run random number generator for folks who entered by deadline …

      Shirley

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  189. Cyndi Keifer says

    Would love to win the cookbook. I have two crockpots and use them both. I find myself cooking the same meals over and over again. Now that I am at home recovering from neck surgery I have time to try some new recipes. Thanks so much for the recipes that you and all of the other bloggers have on your websites.

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Cyndi–Welcome to gfe! I think we all tend to cook the same meals over and over. I’ve found that to be a benefit of blogging … I’m more inspired to try new things. And, Stephanie’s book would be great for you to try out some wonderful recipes. Then you’ll have some new favorites you can make over and over. 😉 No … it’s a big book, so you’ll be able to go a long time without a repeat. 🙂 The recipes should be easy for you to pop in a few ingredients in the morning and then have a wonderful meal in the evening. Getting ready to run the random generator on all the entries that met the deadline!

      Happy to provide recipes that you are enjoying!

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Julie R.–Welcome to gfe! That’s a nice thing to say—thanks. 🙂 I’m so glad you found your way here and to Stephanie’s, too.

      Best of luck … getting ready to run the random number generator on the eligible entries,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Jessica–Thanks so much and welcome to gfe! Stephanie will easily show you how to “friend” your slow cooker. 😉

      Good luck … running random.org on entries momentarily,

      Shirley

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Margot–Thanks so much for the compliment! I’m so glad you are enjoying gfe and my recipes. 🙂 I’m glad you entered the giveaway! You got in right before the deadline. 🙂

      Shirley

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  195. Marsha Cade says

    This is a fabulous website! We have an online artisan food marketplace and our GF products are selling like crazy. If there are any small artisan food producers and foodcrafters out there with GF products, we would love to hear from you. RegionalBest.com (http://www.regionalbest.com) Shirley, would you be a guest on our podcast?

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    • Shirley says

      Hi Marsha–Thanks for the very kind feedback and welcome to gfe! 🙂 I’m sure you already know by looking at my blog, that I’m all about real food gf products. Please contact me via email and tell me more about your podcasts. Sounds intriguing … I’m all about spreading awareness and the gfe approach. 🙂

      All the best,
      Shirley

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