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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    Slow-Cooked Carnitas

    51 reviews

    Simmer up succulent pork the slow-cooker way. Sometimes, instead of using tortillas, I put the seasoned meat on top of...


    Brazilian Pork & Black Bean Stew

    1 review

    During high school, I spent a year in Brazil and fell in love with the culture and food. One of...


    Pepperoni Extreme Dip

    3 reviews

    Take just 10 minutes to prep, and in a few short hours, your slow cooker will have you serving up...


    Thai-Style Peanut Pork

    7 reviews

    My husband and I both work long hours. This slow cooker recipe is large enough that the two of us...


    Sesame Orange Chicken

    10 reviews

    The enticing aroma of oranges and barbecue awaits you after removing the lid from this tasty dish. Summertime doesn't mean...


    Slow-Cooker Southwest Beef Stew

    7 reviews

    I made this stew for my ladies' group at church, and everyone loved it! Best of all, I could start...


    Sweet ‘n’ Sour Curry Chicken

    7 reviews

    A little mango chutney goes a long way in adding a zesty twist to chicken. I also add some curry...


    Green Olive Dip

    4 reviews

    Olive fans will love this dip. It's cheesy and full of beef and beans. It could even be used as...

    Italian Sausages with Provolone

    6 reviews

    Here’s an easy recipe everyone will rave about. These tangy sausages with their pepper and onion topping will go quickly....


    Crispy Snack Mix

    1 review

    This recipe proves you can make just about anything in a slow cooker, even a delightfully crispy snack mix. —Jane...


    BBQ Turkey Meatballs

    1 review

    What's a party without meatballs? We have these at all our big gatherings, but they're also terrific as an easy...


    Spiced Carrots & Butternut Squash

    8 reviews

    When I've got a lot going on, my slow cooker is my go-to tool for cooking veggies. The sweetness of...


    Slow-Cooker Bacon Mac & Cheese

    8 reviews

    I’m all about easy slow-cooker meals. Using more cheese than ever, I developed an addictive spin on this casserole favorite....


    Farm-Style BBQ Ribs

    4 reviews

    Inspiration struck when I saw a recipe similar to this one in a newspaper. My version was an instant hit...


    Warm Broccoli Cheese Dip

    2 reviews

    When my family gathers for a party, someone serves this flavorful, creamy dip. Everyone loves its zip from the jalapeno...


    Big Red Soup

    7 reviews

    We're Nebraska Cornhusker football fans, and on the days when the "Big Red" team is playing, I make up a...


    Beef Stew Provencal

    6 reviews

    When I was young, my favorite food to order in a restaurant was beef stew. My mother and I decided...

    Jalapeno Popper & Sausage Dip

    13 reviews

    My workplace had an appetizer contest, and I won it with my jalapeno and cheese dip. Every time I take...


    Old-Fashioned Pork Chops

    3 reviews

    —Loy Acerra Crane, Jackson, Tennessee


    Picante Beef Roast

    9 reviews

    I created Picante Beef Roast because I love the flavor of taco seasoning and think it shouldn't be reserved just...


    Apricot Pork Roast

    10 reviews

    Serve this delightful pork roast with rice or mashed potatoes and veggies. We like leftovers with gravy, served on buns...


    Cola Barbecue Ribs

    22 reviews

    Enjoy the smoky goodness of a summer barbecue all year long by preparing these moist and tender ribs, inclement weather...


    Cheese-Trio Artichoke & Spinach Dip

    18 reviews

    No appetizer spread is complete without one amazing dip, and this is it. Creamy, cheesy and chock-full of veggies, it...

    Scalloped Taters

    17 reviews

    This creamy, comforting slow-cooked side tastes marvelous with almost any main dish and is a snap to assemble with frozen...


    Apple Cider Pulled Pork

    6 reviews

    For potlucks and tailgates, we slow-cook pork with cider, onions and spices. These tangy sliders make a winning barbecue plate...


    Slow-Cooker Artichoke-Spinach Dip

    2 reviews

    Little extras, like crumbled feta and red wine vinegar, take this creamy dip of artichoke hearts, spinach and Parmesan to...


    Two-Step Stroganoff

    4 reviews

    I especially like to use my slow cooker on hot summer days when I want to keep my kitchen cool....


    Nacho Hash Brown Casserole

    5 reviews

    This tasty slow cooker recipe will free up your oven and produce the best hash browns ever. Soft and super...


    Shredded Beef Barbecue

    5 reviews

    This beef roast simmers for hours in a homemade barbecue sauce, so it's very tender and easy to shred for...