These dishes require a little fuss now for a big payoff later. By Margaux Laskey The humble slow cooker may never be the showstopping star of the culinary appliance show, but for many busy cooks, it ...

Whether you want chicken soup, beef stew or pulled pork, these slow-cooker recipes will do the heavy lifting while you’re on the go. Melina Hammer for The New York Times Cooking time will vary ...

If you haven't broken out your slow cooker in a while, then now's the time! That steady workhorse, the Crock Pot, with its simple settings ("high, low, warm") and heavy ceramic interior is a valuable ...

Slow cooker recipes are a busy mom’s best friend when it comes to getting dinner on the table with minimal effort. With just a few minutes of prep, you can create delicious, home-cooked meals that ...

With a slow cooker, you can arrive home to a hot and ready-to-serve meal after a busy day at work or school. Simply prep the recipe in the morning before you head out the door, set the temperature, ...

When you see any recipes involving a Crock Pot or slow-cooker, you probably think of hearty chilis, thick stews, and cozy winter nights. And it's true: Crock Pots are famously good at making warm, ...

Preparing the meal for Christmas Day can be quite the undertaking, so we have developed recipes that can be done in the slow cooker to minimise the stress. Our slow cooker recipes are not only easy to ...