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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    Sweet and Savory Ribs

    15 reviews

    My husband, Randy, and I love barbecue ribs, but with our busy schedules, we rarely have time to fire up...


    Fudgy Peanut Butter Cake

    22 reviews

    I clipped this easy peanut butter cake recipe from a newspaper years ago. The house smells fantastic while it's slow...


    Slow-Cooked Meatball Stew

    27 reviews

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


    Slow-Cooker Berry Cobbler

    28 reviews

    I adapted my mom's yummy cobbler recipe for slow cooking. With the hot summers here in Arizona, we can still...


    Slow-Cooked Pizza Casserole

    10 reviews

    A friend from church gave me the recipe for this satisfying slow-cooked casserole. It's always one of the first dishes...


    Shredded French Dip

    40 reviews

    A chuck roast slow-simmered in a beefy broth is delicious when shredded and spooned onto rolls. I serve the cooking...


    Creamy Chicken Fettuccine

    10 reviews

    Convenient canned soup and process American cheese hurry along the assembly of this creamy sauce loaded with delicious chunks of...


    Tomato Hamburger Soup

    46 reviews

    As a full-time teacher, I only have time to cook from scratch a few nights each week. This

    Taco Joe Dip

    18 reviews

    My daughter was the first to try this recipe. She thought it was so good she passed it on to...


    Spicy Beef Vegetable Stew

    7 reviews

    This zesty ground beef and vegetable soup is flavorful and fast to fix. It makes a complete meal when served...


    Chocolate Pudding Cake

    12 reviews

    Try this recipe if you want a rich, fudgy dessert that’s a cross between pudding and cake. I like to...


    Pineapple Baked Beans

    5 reviews

    Tangy pineapple dresses up these hearty baked beans. Brown the beef while you open the cans and chop the vegetables—it...


    No-Fuss Potato Soup

    39 reviews

    For a busy-day supper, my family loves to have big steaming, delicious bowls of this soup, along with fresh bread...


    Slow-Cooked Sauerkraut Soup

    24 reviews

    We live in Lancaster County, which has a rich heritage of German culture. Our dishes often include sauerkraut, potatoes and...


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    Contest-Winning Chicken Cacciatore

    32 reviews

    My husband and I own and operate a busy farm. There are days when there's just no time left for...


    French Dip Sandwiches

    4 reviews

    I found this recipe in one of our local publications. It's perfect for an easy weeknight meal, since the meat...


    French Dip

    53 reviews

    For a sandwich with more pizazz than the traditional French dip, give this recipe a try. The seasonings give the...

    Pork Chile Verde

    22 reviews

    Pork slowly stews with jalapenos, onion, green enchilada sauce and spices in this flavor-packed Mexican dish. It's wonderful on its...


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    Skinny Slow Cooker Recipes Under 400 Calories

    These lighter dinner recipes put your slow cooker to work! Chow down on delicious new favorites like fajita chowder, lamb...


    Pulled Pork

    Juicy pulled pork is a breeze when your slow cooker does all the hard work—no smoker required! Our best pulled...


    Slow-Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs with Gnocchi

    3 reviews

    These Italian-style slow-cooker Tuscan chicken meatballs with gnocchi are bright, tender, and couldn't be easier to make.


    Slow-Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

    2 reviews

    Slow-cooker chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food made easy with shortcut ingredients. This recipe requires minimal effort, so...


    Keto Chili

    Just because you're following a low-carb, high-fat keto diet doesn't mean you can't eat your favorite comfort foods. Keto chili...

    Sweet & Spicy Party Meatballs

    1 review

    A friend served this at a party years ago and I modified the recipe. Apple, peach and apricot preserves make...


    Pulled Pork Sandwiches with White Barbecue Sauce

    2 reviews

    This is my favorite summer recipe to make for a barbecue. You can set it and forget it, until it's...


    Slow-Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

    4 reviews

    These slow-cooker cheesy potatoes come together effortlessly, delivering rich, savory flavor with every creamy bite.


    Mac and Cheese Bar

    A mac and cheese bar creates a delicious, interactive experience where guests can load their cheesy bowls with gourmet toppings,...


    Slow-Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup

    2 reviews

    Slow-cooker chicken gnocchi soup is simply heaven in a bowl. Make a batch of this Crockpot soup and sit down...


    Pickled Cauliflower

    Use up extra cauliflower with this easy pickled cauliflower recipe. It makes a great snack or sandwich topper, and the...