Four-Bean Medley
This side dish always gets compliments. It’s easy to make ahead and simmer in the slow cooker, so it’s super...
Slow-Cooked Lasagna
This traditional favorite is made super easy in a slow cooker. The finished Crock-Pot lasagna cuts well to make nice...
Southwestern Nachos
Guests will go crazy when you serve this cheesy nacho casserole with tender chunks of slow-cooked pork. The recipe makes...
Pork Tenderloin with Cran-Apple Sauerkraut
I love all the ingredients in this recipe because together they're perfect for Oktoberfest, a fun festival during my favorite...
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...
Best Italian Sausage Sandwiches
Need a different type of Italian dinner? This rich tomato sauce simmers all afternoon in the slow cooker, ready to...
Red Pepper Chicken
Chicken breasts are treated to black beans, red peppers and juicy tomatoes in this Southwestern supper. We love it served...
Simple Sparerib & Sauerkraut Supper
This recipe simplifies our busy lives and lets us celebrate family time with a hearty meal that is on the...
Slow-Cooker Spiced Mixed Nuts
What slow cookers do for soups and stews, they’ll do for mixed nuts, too. The scent of spices is delightful,...
Busy Day Beef Stew
Here's a classic old-fashioned beef stew that simmers for hours in the slow cooker. I call it my "lazy" stew...
Three Beans and Sausage
For a stick-to-your ribs meal, try this hearty combination of beans and sausage. Because it calls for several canned items,...
Slow-Cooked Tender Beef Brisket
Brisket can be difficult to cook, but this recipe always turns out great. I live in the country and have...
Savory Mushroom & Herb Pork Roast
For an extra treat with this moist, tender pork, crisp canned french-fried onion pieces in a dry skillet, then sprinkle...
Italian Shredded Beef Sandwiches
Everyone loves these easy shredded beef sandwiches! For extra pizzazz, top with provolone cheese and banana pepper rings. —Margie Williams,...
Harvesttime Chicken with Couscous
Even on busy days, I can start this chicken in the slow cooker and still get to work on time....
Asian Pulled Pork Sandwiches
My Asian pulled pork is a happy flavor mashup of Vietnamese pho noodle soup and a banh mi sandwich. It's...
Southern Pulled Pork
With molasses and brown sugar, this sweet and tangy pork takes just a few minutes of prep and offers plenty...
Steak San Marino
I'm a busy pastor's wife and mother of three, and this delicious, inexpensive and easy main dish helps my day...
Game-Stopper Chili
This hearty chili with sausage, beef, beans and barley is perfect for the halftime food rush. People actually cheer when...
Bean & Beef Slow-Cooked Chili
This chili may be already chock-full, but we love to build it up even more with toppings like pico de...
Chicken Mole
If you’re not familiar with chicken mole (pronounced mo-LAY), don’t be afraid of this versatile Mexican sauce. I love sharing...
Slow-Cooker Pepper Steak
Pepper steak is one of my favorite dishes, but sometimes the beef can be tough. This recipe solves that problem!...
Curried Ham & Split Pea Soup
This soup is great for stocking in the freezer and the curry gives it a warmer flavor, which goes so...
Tender Salsa Beef
This is my Mexican-style twist on comfort food. To keep it kid-friendly, use mild salsa. —Stacie Stamper, North Wilkesboro, North...
Slow-Cooked Boston Beans
These slow-cooked beans have a little more zip than usual Boston baked beans, and the rum helps lighten the flavor....
Slow-Cooked Split Pea Soup
I've been making this soup for years. After every holiday where ham is served, the hostess hands me the ham...
Slow Cooker Sweet & Spicy Pulled Pork
While I don't enjoy drinking beer, I love cooking with it. This quick recipe also goes great on plain hamburger...
Balsamic Beef Hoagies
All my boys (big and small) like sandwiches, and balsamic beef is a welcome change from pulled barbecue chicken. We...
Cuban Ropa Vieja
I love having this as a go-to recipe for a weeknight meal. Its great authentic Cuban taste puts it at...