Slow Cookers: Guides, Tutorials, Care & Recipes

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

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

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

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

Cream cheese and a can of cheese soup turn ordinary sliced potatoes into a rich side dish that's perfect accompaniment...

After my sister spent a year in France as an au pair, I created this lighter, easier version of traditional...

Ground cumin, chili powder and a can of Mexican diced tomatoes jazz up my goulash recipe. Even the elbow macaroni...

I once accidentally bought hot Italian sausage, but still wanted to find a way to use it. I tossed it...

My in-laws are from Ohio, so we have Cincinnati chili at many of our family gatherings. I spiced up this...

These delicious glazed carrots come to the rescue when I’m preparing a special meal. They cook while I prepare the...

Bread pudding fans just might hoard this yummy butterscotch version. Toppings like whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle make this...

I love Chinese takeout food, but I know that it’s very high in sodium and fat. So I got to...

My husband really likes roast beef, and I really like my slow cooker. I brought in Asian influences for an...

Convenient grocery store items like frozen hash browns and a can of chicken soup make this an easy-to-make dish. Both...

A delicate hint of rosemary lightly seasons the rich, creamy mushroom gravy in this savory dish. Cooking the chicken and...

The slow cooker does a great job of creating super tender and juicy ribs. The yummy sauce has a mildly...

If you like the sweetness of butterscotch chips, you'll enjoy this warm rum-flavored fruit dip. I serve it with apple...

"I came up with this recipe because I love the taste of cabbage rolls, but don't always have the time...

Dig into rich layers of home-style lasagna featuring plenty of Italian sausage and gooey cheeses. No-cook noodles, frozen spinach and...

Red pepper flakes bring a little zip to this hearty soup that's full of good-for-you ingredients. Should you have any...

—Sherry Huntwork, Gretna, Nebraska

During the holidays, using a slow cooker not only frees up oven space, but time, too! Sweet potatoes are a...

This rich, chocolate pudding cake is one of my favorites. I like to serve it warm with a scoop of...

These delicious pork chops are so saucy and tender. I got the recipe years ago and it's been a family...

A neighbor shared the recipe for this wonderful fruit sauce with me. It's a great way to use up a...

Mom's friend gave her this recipe for Crock-Pot scalloped potatoes and ham years ago, and she shared it with me....

I came up with this hearty meal-in-one as another way to use frozen meatballs. It's quick to put together in...

This easy and simple slow-cooked sandwich gets its flavor from bottled beer and onion soup mix. In total, it only...

With two types of sauces, ground beef, spinach and three kinds of cheese, this dish is super hearty and goes...