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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    Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls

    My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio's sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat in the comfort of our own homes. Serve the pork in flour tortillas or taco shells, or enjoy it on its own. —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky

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    44 Budget-Friendly Slow-Cooker Recipes

    When your schedule's full and your wallet's empty, meal planning can be a challenge. These cheap Crock-Pot meals come together...


    Slow-Cooker Pinto Beans

    2 reviews

    I love pinto beans, but I always feel the flavor can easily turn too bland. I added a little this...


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    Oxtail Soup

    3 reviews

    This wonderfully rich slow-cooker oxtail soup will warm your soul and your taste buds. Oxtail stew is a favorite family...


    How to Cook a Crockpot Ham

    Overwhelmed by all the holiday recipes taking up your oven real estate? Here's how to heat up a precooked ham...

    These Slow Cooker Liners Make Kitchen Cleanup a Breeze

    From mouthwatering roasts to luscious cheesecakes, is there anything your slow cooker can't do? Well, we have yet to find...


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    Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken

    15 reviews

    This is a fabulous slow-cooker ranch chicken recipe that we have passed around to all our friends, especially those who...


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    Our Favorite 5-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Recipes

    You need just five ingredients (or fewer!) to slow-cook these tasty main dishes, sides and snacks.


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    68 All-Day Crockpot Recipes

    With a little prep work early on in your day, you can come home to a hot and delicious homecooked...


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    51 Dump Dinners for Your Slow Cooker

    Even on crazy days, you can make Crockpot dump dinners happen fast! In the morning, just throw everything in your...


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    33 Super Bowl Appetizers You Can Make in Your Slow Cooker

    Hosting a Super Bowl party and want to feed your guests, but don't want to get stuck in the kitchen?...


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    30 Slow-Cooker Recipes for January

    Keep things easy in the New Year with these daily slow-cooker recipes! From roasts and salad to soups and stir-fry,...


    61 5-Star Recipes You Can Toss in the Slow Cooker

    Let's get slow cookin'! Here are the best slow-cooker recipes you need to try—from morning to night.

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    Buffalo Chicken Chili

    12 reviews

    This Buffalo chicken chili is rich in the best way. The cream cheese, blue cheese and tangy hot sauce join...


    Texas Chili

    We make this Texas chili recipe every year for football parties. Our guests love the flavor. It can also be...


    We Made Mississippi Pot Roast and It’s a Must-Try in All 50 States

    Mississippi Pot Roast is fall-apart tender. Here's how to make the legendary recipe at home!


    Slow-Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs

    1 review

    These slow-cooker hard-boiled eggs are my go-to for a group. They're a lifesaver and perfect for the holidays! I love...


    How to Make Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

    Make this easy, creamy slow cooker recipe and you'll understand why people love Olive Garden chicken pasta.


    Slow-Cooker Sauerkraut

    1 review

    This slow-cooker sauerkraut recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut...


    Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

    7 reviews

    This sloppy joe Tater Tot casserole is an easy dinner for both you and the kids. Serve with carrot and...


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    50 Mexican-Inspired Recipes from the Slow Cooker

    Your slow cooker makes it oh-so-easy to cook up delicious Mexican (and Mexican-inspired!) foods like beef tostadas, chicken mole, carnitas...


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    11 Slow-Cooker Tips Every Home Cook Needs to Know

    Don't settle for bland, mushy food. These expert Crockpot tips and tricks will ensure your dinner turns out tasty and...

    30 Vegetarian Slow-Cooker Soups

    Need a meatless soup that will cook all day while you work and play? These delicious vegetarian soups are perfect...


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    40 Crockpot Dip Recipes for Your Next Party

    Start the party with one of these Crockpot dips. From bean dip to pizza fondue, we've got you covered with...


    How to Prep and Freeze Slow Cooker Meals

    Put your takeout plans on ice. With ready-to-make meals kept in your freezer, it’s a snap to get a wholesome...


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    32 Slow-Cooker Brunch Recipes to Make on Black Friday

    If you're a Black Friday early bird, you know that serious shopping works up a serious appetite. This year, enjoy...


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    95 Easy Slow-Cooker Soup Recipes

    Turn to your Crockpot for the best soups to ever hit your spoon. These comforting slow-cooker soup recipes are ready...


    Slow-Cooker Poblano Pork Loin

    3 reviews

    We love seasonal poblano peppers, so this slow-cooker pork loin with many southwestern seasonings is a family favorite. It can...