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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    Italian Turkey Sandwiches

    I hope you enjoy these tasty turkey sandwiches as much as our family does. The recipe makes plenty, so it's...


    Slow-Cooker Baked Beans

    Our crockpot baked beans recipe is a foolproof, flavor-packed side dish made with canned beans that's perfect for your next...


    Apple-Nut Bread Pudding

    Traditional bread pudding gives way to autumn's influences in this comforting dessert. I add apples and pecans to this slow-cooked...


    Fresh Pumpkin Soup

    This appealing soup harvests the fall flavors of just-picked pumpkins and tart apples and is sure to warm you up...


    Marinated Pot Roast

    This classic marinated pot roast gets braised in the slow cooker until it's as tender and succulent as possible.


    Creamy Chipped Beef Fondue

    My mother often served fondue on Christmas Eve and I've since followed in that tradition. It's nice to offer a...


    Slow-Cooked Coffee Pot Roast

    My family raves about my gravy when I prepare this recipe. Whenever I'm fishing for compliments, this pot roast is...


    Flavorful White Chili

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

    Slow-Cooked Cherry Pork Chops

    I mixed and matched several recipes to come up with this one. I'm always happy to adapt recipes for my...


    Warm Cinnamon-Apple Topping

    You'll quickly warm up to the old-fashioned taste of this cinnamon-apple topping. Spoon it over vanilla ice cream or slices...


    Apple and Onion Beef Pot Roast

    Rely on your slow cooker to help prepare this moist pot roast. I thicken the juices to make a pleasing...


    Sausage Pasta Stew

    If you like chili, you'll enjoy my slow-cooker specialty packed with turkey sausage, pasta and vegetables. My family gobbles it...


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    Crockpot Mac and Cheese

    This Crockpot mac and cheese recipe is the perfect no-fuss recipe for busy weeknights, potlucks and holiday gatherings. It contains...


    Green Chile Beef Burritos

    Recipes that are leaner in fat and calories—like this one for beef burritos—helped me lose 30 pounds! The meat is...


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    Reuben Dip

    This simple and delicious Reuben dip is prepared in the slow cooker and makes the perfect party appetizer. All the...


    Slow-Cooked Turkey Sloppy Joes

    This tangy sandwich filling is easy to prepare in the slow cooker, and it goes over so well at gatherings...


    Bandito Chili Dogs

    These deluxe chili dogs are a surefire hit at family functions. Adults and children alike love the cheesy chili sauce,...

    Red Pepper Chicken

    Chicken breasts are treated to black beans, red peppers and juicy tomatoes in this Southwestern supper. We love it served...


    Spice-Braised Pot Roast

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


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    Turkey Chili

    When you're craving down-home comfort food—but not all of the fat—turn to this turkey chili recipe. Ground turkey recipes like...


    Beef in Onion Gravy

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


    Lemon Pork Chops

    These chops can simmer all day on low and be super-tender by dinnertime. I serve them with a crisp salad...


    Chicken Tomato Soup

    Cumin, chili powder and cayenne pepper give my slow-cooked specialty its kick. I serve bowls of it with crunchy tortilla...

    Potato Minestrone

    Let the aroma of this savory soup waft through your home while you get ready for the holidays. I only...


    Zippy Bean Stew

    This bean stew is a staple for my co-workers and me once the weather turns cool. Although this is a...


    Spicy French Dip

    If I'm cooking for a party or family get-together, I can put this beef in the slow cooker in the...


    Slow-Cooked Smokies

    I like to include these little smokies smothered in barbecue sauce on all my appetizer buffets since they're popular with...


    Cornish Hens with Potatoes

    This special slow-cooked dinner is delicious. I serve it with green beans and French bread. —Deborah Randall, Abbeville, Louisiana


    Mexican White Chili

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