Slow Cookers: Guides, Tutorials, Care & Recipes

A slow cooker is one of the most beloved appliances on the market. Make the most of yours with this library of slow-cooker recipes, techniques, buying guides and more.

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    Sesame Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    6 reviews

    I wanted to build a better pork sandwich, and this Asian-style filling was a huge hit with my husband and...


    Slow-Cooked Green Chili Beef Burritos

    2 reviews

    This recipe gets rave reviews every time I make it. The shredded beef has a luscious, slow-cooked flavor that you...


    Slow-Cooked Beef Brisket

    5 reviews

    When my husband and I were both working full time, we loved this recipe's 10-hour cook time. The beef brisket...


    Slow Cooker Southwestern Chicken Soup

    4 reviews

    Here’s the perfect recipe for a busy week, because the slow cooker does most of the work for you! —Harold...


    Momma’s Turkey Stew with Dumplings

    11 reviews

    I love my slow cooker, especially during the holidays. My mother used to make this turkey stew every year with...


    Spice-Braised Pot Roast

    20 reviews

    Just pour these ingredients over your pot roast and let the slow cooker do the work. Herbs and spices give...


    Marmalade-Glazed Carrots

    8 reviews

    This side dish is ideal when you’d like to serve your vegetables in a different way for a special dinner....


    Java Roast Beef

    18 reviews

    Coffee adds richness to the gravy, which is perfect for sopping up with crusty bread or draping over mashed potatoes....

    Cajun-Style Pot Roast

    3 reviews

    I often makes this zippy roast when expecting dinner guests. It gives me time to visit with them, and even...


    Cheesy Sausage Gravy

    1 review

    I appreciate the make-ahead convenience of this breakfast dish shared by a friend many years ago. I've served it to...


    Slow-Cooked Cranberry Hot Wings

    5 reviews

    Cranberry wings remind me of all the wonderful celebrations and parties we've had through the years. My daughter’s friends can’t...


    Maple Mustard Chicken

    34 reviews

    My husband loves this chicken dish. It calls for only five ingredients, and we try to have them all on...


    Southwest Pulled Pork

    14 reviews

    I made these sandwiches on a whim one Sunday when friends called to say they wanted to drop by in...


    Slow-Cooker Stuffed Shells

    3 reviews

    There's no need to precook the shells in this simple pasta dish. It's almost like magic when you open the...


    Asian Pork Chops

    2 reviews

    I have always enjoyed Asian food, and when I had pork chops, I put this recipe together to create my...


    Cuban-Style Pork Sandwiches

    9 reviews

    Loaded with tangy flavor, this is a lighter version of a favorite restaurant-style sandwich. If you don’t have a panini...


    Amaretto Cherries with Dumplings

    2 reviews

    You can't beat the combination of almond flavor with cherries. These light and fluffy dumplings are heavenly. Topped with the...

    Tender Slow Cooker Pork Chops

    7 reviews

    These chops turn out nice and tender, and fall apart easily after being slow cooked. The tomatoey sauce is nice...


    Mushroom-Beef Spaghetti Sauce

    4 reviews

    “I got the recipe for this sauce in a recipe exchange and wish I could credit the person who gave...


    Creamy Hash Brown Potatoes

    14 reviews

    Convenient frozen hash browns are the secret behind the cheesy slow-cooker potatoes I cook up for potlucks and big group...


    Simple Swedish Meatballs

    18 reviews

    When my husband packs these saucy slow-cooked meatballs in his lunch, all his work buddies wish they had their own!...


    Savory Beef Sandwiches

    14 reviews

    Before heading to work in the morning, I'll get this going in the slow cooker. Then it's all ready to...


    Viennese Coffee

    3 reviews

    This isn't your regular cup of Joe! Dress it up with chocolate, whipped cream and more, making it a drink...

    Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon

    12 reviews

    Every time I take this super rich corn to a holiday potluck or work party, I leave with an empty...


    Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Soup

    9 reviews

    I love that I can top this creamy soup with anything my heart desires, which means I can eat it...


    Gone-All-Day Stew

    21 reviews

    This healthy, hearty stew is one of my husband's favorite meals. I always use fresh mushrooms and low-sodium bouillon granules....


    French Dip au Jus

    11 reviews

    I created this because so many French dip recipes seem bland or rely on a mix. The sandwich and au...


    Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Ham Hocks

    11 reviews

    Slow cook your split pea soup while you are out for the day and a delicious dinner will be ready...


    Special Slow-Cooked Beef

    1 review

    This hearty entree is easy to prepare for Sunday dinner. While the beef is slow cooking, the cook has lots...