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Knowing dinner is basically done before I even go to work makes me feel like a superhero. No matter what the day brings, I know we’ll walk into a house smelling of roast long simmered in herbs, wine, and garlic. Now, that’s not a bad way to end a workday.
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The look in your friends' eyes when they've bitten into something you've made, and they're deliriously happy about what they're eating.
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Jambalaya is one of my favorite one-pot-style recipes. The combo of sausage, chicken, and shrimp with Creole seasoning and rice is always a winner in my book. Making it in a slow cooker makes it even easier to prepare!
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Meatballs should be two things: juicy and flavorful. This recipe meets both criteria, and the best part is, you make them in the slow cooker.
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In the mood for some sweet and gooey bread pudding? It’s the ultimate comfort food, often enjoyed when dining out as a way to end a meal.
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Have you ever had those steamed Chinese dumplings with the savory barbecued pork inside? They're called cha siu bao and they're absolutely addictive.
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Cook on the high setting of the slow cooker for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or 4 to 5 hours on the low setting (depending on your slow cooker brand). Towards the end of cooking, stir so that the lemons olives and raisins get mixed into the liquid. The chicken is done when it is fall apart tender.
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I prefer to make chicken stock in the slow cooker on weeknights when we’ve eaten roasted chicken for dinner. I toss the newly disassembled carcass into the pot then add vegetables, herbs, and water.
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Looking for some breakfast inspiration? Slow Cooker French Toast is always a home run! This make-ahead, overnight French Toast Casserole makes it easy to feed a crowd.
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This Slow Cooked Turkey Stew with Mustard is a braised riff off of one of my favorite recipes on the site, BBQ turkey with mustard sauce.
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Every fall I throw a harvest party. I do it to celebrate the end of summer gatherings, and the beginning of a quiet period in our home.
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Dr Pepper Pulled Pork in the slow cooker! Sweet and spicy. Just a pork shoulder, a can of Dr Pepper, your favorite BBQ sauce, and some spices. Needs 8 to 10 hours in the slow cooker.
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This taco soup with ground beef is one of my favorite recipes to make in the slow cooker, especially in the fall and winter months.
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These easy mashed potatoes free up some much-needed stovetop space for Thanksgiving and beyond.
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What’s the secret to this shredded chicken? Pineapple juice! Here's how to make it for parties, potlucks, or taco night at home.
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This pot roast is a cinch to pull together, and especially tasty (and easy) when you add Hidden Valley® Ranch seasoning to give it that unforgettable flavor boost.
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Add the tomato puree, broth, garlic, and spices to the slow cooker. Stir to mix and coat the chicken and vegetables. (Note: Wait to add the beans, corn, and vinegar until the end of cooking.)
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Use your slow cooker to braise short ribs to perfection! They become incredibly tender in mix of beef stock and bourbon, and are terrific served on top of cheesy grits. It's a dish that warms you from the inside out.
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Chili keeps and reheats beautifully. Some argue that chili is actually better on day two or three. It keeps well in the fridge for four to five days and you can freeze it without worry.
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Beef Stroganoff is a very adult-sounding dish, isn’t it? To think, when I was a teenager, I was desperate to become an adult so that I could get out there to conquer the world! Now, I’m grateful to be able to sneak in a nap on the weekend—adulthood brings so many responsibilities.
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