Mixed Veggies and Rice
To add variety to sides for those who don't care for potatoes, I came up with this colorful dish. It's an easy slow-cooker recipe that you can put right onto the buffet table. —Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
Overnight Peach Oatmeal
Hearty oatmeal combined with bright, sweet peaches make this slow-cooker recipe a perfect breakfast or brunch. This is an excellent...
Slow-Cooked Black Bean Soup
Life can get really crazy with young children, but I never want to compromise when it comes to cooking. This...
Buffalo Wing Potatoes
I was getting tired of mashed and baked potatoes, so I decided to create something new. This potluck-ready recipe is...
Chili Mac
This chili mac has regularly appeared on my family menus for more than 40 years, and it's never failed to...
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
These filling and flavorful vegetarian stuffed peppers are an updated version of my mom's stuffed peppers, which were a favorite...
Carolina-Style Vinegar BBQ Chicken
I live in Georgia, but I appreciate the tangy, sweet and slightly spicy taste of Carolina vinegar chicken. I make...
Slow-Cooker Vegan Chili
I combine ingredients for this hearty slow-cooker vegan chili the night before, start my trusty slow cooker in the morning...
Slow-Cooked Peach Salsa
Fresh peaches and tomatoes make my salsa a winner over store-bought versions. As a treat, I give my coworkers several...
Zesty Beef Stew
Preparation couldn't be simpler for this hearty no-fuss stew! I created this dish when I didn't have some of my...
Lime Navy Bean Chili
A lip-smacking touch of lime flavors Connie Thomas’s low-fat but filling family favorite. “I love relying on my slow cooker,”...
Mango-Pineapple Chicken Tacos
I lived in the Caribbean when I was a child. Every time I make this yummy chicken, the fresh tropical...
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 Cooker Southwestern Chicken Soup
Here’s the perfect recipe for a busy week, because the slow cooker does most of the work for you! —Harold...
Manchester Stew
While in college, I studied abroad. At the time, I was a vegetarian and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious...
Slow-Cooked Salsa
I love the fresh taste of homemade salsa, but as a working mother, I don't have much time to make...
Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa
I've made quite a few tacos in my day, but you can't beat the tender filling made in a slow...
Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Salad
We use this super-duper chicken across several meals, including it in tacos, sandwiches, omelets and enchiladas. My little guys love...
Rosemary Beets
We’re a family of beet eaters. For a simple side dish, I use a slow cooker and let the beets...
Mushroom-Beef Spaghetti Sauce
“I got the recipe for this sauce in a recipe exchange and wish I could credit the person who gave...
Green Chile Beef Burritos
Recipes that are leaner in fat and calories—like this one for beef burritos—helped me lose 30 pounds! The meat is...
Lemon Chicken with Basil
No matter when I eat it, this tangy slow-cooked chicken reminds me of summer meals with friends and family. —Deborah...