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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    Creamy Chicken and Beef

    Bacon and canned cream of Mushroom soup dress up tender chicken in Jane Thocher's recipe. "I relied on this dish...


    Apple-Pear Compote

    Apples and pears are almost always popular, so this warm, comforting dessert recipe is great for potlucks or other get-togethers....


    Ginger Applesauce

    When it's apple-picking time, it's also time for all the delightful treats you can make with them, including applesauce. This...


    Fruited Pot Roast

    This is a wonderful variation of classic pot roast. My family really enjoys it. The fruit is a nice change...


    Pork Roast Dinner

    I am single and love to cook, so I often cook for friends that either don't cook or who work...


    Beef Roast with Cranberry Gravy

    I can easily get this robust recipe ready in the morning and let it cook all day so that it's...


    Italian Beef Hoagies

    18 reviews

    You'll need just five ingredients to feed a crowd these tender and tangy Italian beef sandwiches. On weekends, I start...


    Beer-Braised Stew

    10 reviews

    Guests will take one bite of this savory stew and immediately know something is different. And they'll never guess the...

    Western Omelet Casserole

    4 reviews

    We make a Western-style omelet with ham and hash browns using the slow cooker. From youngest to oldest at brunch,...


    Chocolaty Peanut Clusters

    30 reviews

    I turn to my slow cooker to prepare these convenient chocolate treats. Making candies couldn't be any easier! —Pam Posey,...


    Citrus-Herb Pork Roast

    1 review

    The genius combination of seasonings and citrus in this tender roast reminds us why we cherish tasty recipes. It's nice...


    Minestrone Stew

    4 reviews

    I add green chiles to this slow-cooked stew made from convenient pantry ingredients. You're sure to like the taste, as...


    Hominy Beef Chili

    1 review

    Hunker down for the night and get cozy with this filling chili. Loaded with beef chuck roast and convenient staples,...


    Southwestern Pulled Pork

    15 reviews

    The best way to describe this tender pork recipe is "yummy!" Bottled barbecue sauce, canned green chiles and a few...


    Zippy Spanish Rice Soup

    2 reviews

    I created this recipe after ruining a dinner of Spanish rice. I tried to salvage the dish by adding more...


    BBQ Chicken Baked Potatoes

    16 reviews

    These baked potatoes are meals in themselves, with a smoky barbecue flavor that will make your mouth water. You can...


    Slow Cooker Turkey Stuffed Peppers

    I created this as a healthier alternative to traditional stuffed peppers. I work 12-hour shifts as a nurse, so I...

    Flavorful White Chili

    4 reviews

    For a tasty twist on conventional chili, try this low-fat version. It's packed with plenty of beans, tender grilled chicken...


    Mexican White Chili

    7 reviews

    White chili may be a little different from what you're used to, but it's sure to warm you up on...


    Beef in Onion Gravy

    23 reviews

    I double this super recipe to feed our family of four so I'm sure to have leftovers to send with...


    Slow-Roasted Lemon Dill Chicken

    16 reviews

    The lemon and dill in this slow-cooked recipe give the chicken a bright, fresh taste. Pair the entree with a...


    Lentil and Pasta Stew

    4 reviews

    Warm up with a big bowl of this stick-to-your-ribs stew that’s chock-full of chopped smoked sausage, hearty veggies and tender...


    Veggie Potato Soup

    18 reviews

    Chock-full of potatoes, this vegetarian potato soup is as filling as it is flavorful. Serve on cold winter nights with...

    Barbecue Pork Tacos with Apple Slaw

    6 reviews

    We celebrate taco Tuesdays, so I keep things interesting by switching up the varieties. These pork tacos are super simple...


    Slow-Cooker Carnitas

    4 reviews

    We shared these flavor-packed tacos with friends from church who came over to help us move. They're so good, I...


    Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa

    2 reviews

    I've made quite a few tacos in my day, but you can't beat the tender filling made in a slow...


    Chocolate Peanut Drops

    6 reviews

    This is a recipe that I got from a friend, who got it from her sister, and between the three...


    Warm Rocky Road Cake

    4 reviews

    When it's warm, this reminds me of super moist lava cake. And until I made this, I didn't think a...


    Peppered Meatballs

    13 reviews

    Plenty of ground pepper gives these saucy meatballs their irresistible zest. They're so hearty, I sometimes serve them over noodles...