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Slow Cooker Recipes
Add everything in the morning and come home to dinner. Slow cooker recipes are gentle, cozy and easy on busy days.
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About Slow Cooker
A slow cooker uses low, steady heat over many hours. Tough cuts of meat turn tender, and flavors blend together. It is a good friend on days when you are away from home.
Here you will find stews, chili, pot roast, pulled pork, and soups. Compared to the Instant Pot, it takes much longer and needs no pressure. Compared to the oven, it keeps the kitchen cooler and needs little watching, though food will not brown the same way.
Questions folks ask
Can I cook frozen meat in a slow cooker?
It is safest to thaw meat first. Check your manufacturer's guidance.
Low or high setting?
Low takes longer and is gentler. High is faster. Use whichever fits your schedule and the recipe.
Why is my slow cooker meal watery?
The lid traps moisture. Use less liquid, or cook with the lid slightly open at the end to thicken.
Kitchen tips
- Fill the pot between half and about two-thirds full.
- Keep the lid on. Each peek adds cooking time.
- Brown meat first if you have time for deeper flavor.
- Add tender things like fresh herbs or dairy near the end.
- Follow food safety guidance for thawing meat before it goes in.