The Recipe For Weeknight Success Tuesday, March 1, 2005 The Recipe For Weeknight Success (NAPSA)—Slow cooking is more popular than ever, as today’s busy families discover how easy it is to recapture the wholesome, hearty flavors and aromas of childhood. Slow cookers provide the best of both worlds—delicious, homecooked meals and convenient preparation. Weeknight dinners are a snap with the slow cooker. It perfectly tenderizes and seasons meat and vegetables during the day so the mealis ready to serve when the family comesto the table. During cool weather months, slow- y- cooked favorites, like stews, pot roast, pulled pork, chili, and soups are a perfect way to warm up. Whether a slow-cooker novice or seasoned pro, these tried and true tips from the flavor experts at McCormick can help create delicious results: e Always defrost meat or poultry prior to adding to the slow cooker For richer flavor, brown meat before slow cooking Cut meats and vegetables into smaller pieces for a faster cooking time Take advantage of pre-blended seasonings, like McCormick Slow Cookers Seasoning to get the perfect flavor every time. Made specifically for slow cookers, these flavor blends will stand up to long cooking times Slow cookers should never be used to reheat leftovers a For faster preparation, cut up vegetables the night before, then refrigerate until ready to start slow cooker. Hint: If adding potatoes, cover with water after peeling and chopping Savor the warmth and com- fort of an American classic—pot roast—with this simple, delicious recipe. Slow Cookers Savory Pot Roast Ingredients: 2% to 3 pounds boneless chuck or rumproast, well trimmed 5 cups cut-up fresh vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes 1 package McCormick’ Slow Cookers Savory Pot Roast Seasoning 1 cup water Directions: 1. Place roast and vegetables in slow cooker. 2. Mix Seasoning and water until blended. Pour over roast and vegetables. Cover. 3. Cook 8 hours on LOW or 4 hours on HIGH. Removeroast and vegetables to serving platter. Stir sauce before serving. For best results, do not re- move cover during cooking. Makes8 servings. For more flavorful slow cooker recipes and tips, call 1-800-MEALTIP (1-800-632-5847), or visit www.mecormick.com. --- PHOTOS --- File: 20190816-190940-20190816-190937-66949.pdf.jpg --- FILES --- File: 20190816-190937-66949.pdf