Slow Cookers: Guides, Tutorials, Care & Recipes

Maple syrup is the sweet secret to these irresistible buns. Slow-cooking the flavorful pork couldn’t be easier, and the buns...

Dinner doesn't have to be difficult when you let your slow cooker do all of the work. These easy slow...

Here's a light, lovely soup ideal for the first course at your next special dinner. You'll love the harmony of...

We Italians have a soft spot for our rice dishes. Whether it's risotto or rice pudding, it's all good. This...

My husband likes some heat in our meals, but our children—not so much. This is the best of both worlds....

Classically inspired, this dish is loaded with chicken thighs, pork and smoked sausage. Tomatoes, beans and wine round out the...

Nice and warm on a cold winter's day, this hearty chicken soup gets rave reviews from my family and friends....

Here’s a slow-cooked version of a campfire classic. Pioneers and cowboys would cook this meal over a milk can on...

We love Mexican food, especially for breakfast. My slow cooker version of a favorite, huevos rancheros, is rolled into flour...

I was getting tired of mashed and baked potatoes, so I decided to create something new. This potluck-ready recipe is...

My version of beef stew is comfort food with a healthy twist. I use lentils and red quinoa rather than...

This family favorite combines some of our most-enjoyed ingredients: sausage, blue cheese and sweet peppers. The ease of preparation and...

This is just one of the many ways I like to cook pork. My family enjoys the ginger flavor and...

This family favorite is the same recipe my grandmother used. Now with the magic of the slow cooker, I can...

Serve this delectable clam sauce as a hot dip for holiday get-togethers. The sauce is bright and fresh with pasta,...

We love squash, but I got tired of fixing just plain squash and cheese. I decided to jazz up the...

This buffalo chicken sandwich recipe takes all of the spicy, tangy and saucy goodness of your favorite wing appetizer and...

These rich, custardy chocolate 'pots' are the sweetest treat! I love the ease of using a slow cooker water bath...

I love pad thai, but I hate standing over a hot stir-fry—especially in summer. This slow-cooker version lets me keep...

After a long day of sledding, the aroma of these beautiful short ribs says welcome home. Warm and comforting, they...

I created a fresh take on chili using lamb and Moroccan seasoning with a feta and almond garnish. It was...

This Italian eggplant dip preps quickly and actually gets better as it stands. Serve it warm or at room temperature....

While this recipe contains no meat, it still has plenty of protein—plus vitamins and minerals. I love sweet potatoes, and...

Here's an economical dish with authentic Tex-Mex flavor. Even the little ones will go for this Spanish rice. —Sharon...

I like to make a simple, hearty slow-cooked recipe at least once a week. You can mix this up the...

My father and I created this pot roast with a hint of Japanese flair. It will make your taste buds...

I love to use my garden produce in this veggie-packed soup. Serve it with bread or oatmeal dinner rolls and...

This recipe is a marvelously spicy combo that's perfect for cooler fall weather and satisfying after a day spent outdoors....

We tasted a dish similar to this while at a horseradish festival in Illinois. I like to serve it over...