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Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

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All you need to make this hearty and delicious slow-cooker pot roast is beef chuck, onions, carrots, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of cornstarch. It's an all-in-one meal that makes clean up a breeze. Just set it and forget it, the slow cooker does the work. You'll make this recipe again and again, it's so easy and so good.

11 Slow-Cooker Soup and Stew Recipes to Warm Your Body and Soul

The only thing better than a nearly effortless dinner is the smell of it simmering all day long.

18 Family-Friendly Slow-Cooker Recipes to Make for Dinner

Prep, set, and relax. Eight hours later, one of these delicious slow-cooker dishes will be ready for you and your loved ones to enjoy.

By Kelly Vaughan

Loaded Slow-Cooker Baked Potatoes

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Here a baked potato dish provides enough sustenance to make a meal in itself. Start this in the morning.

Easy Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

No barbecue sauce here! Smoky chipotle chiles in adobo set this pulled pork apart. Martha made this recipe on Cooking School episode 402. It comes from our book, "One Pot: 120+ Easy Meals from Your Skillet, Slow Cooker, Stockpot, and More."

Beef Stew

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Two simple steps is all it takes to make this comforting, classic beef stew recipe. We skip browning the meat and instead use tomato paste and balsamic vinegar to amp up the flavor. This recipe also works well in the slow cooker if you prefer.

Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

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Making corned beef and cabbage in the slow cooker is the easiest way to enjoy this St. Patrick's Day favorite without having to watch over a simmering pot on the stove. There's just 15 minutes of prep, and then the slow cooker takes over, cooking the meat and vegetables for up to eight hours. Adding the cabbage wedges toward the end of the cooking time ensures they'll be green and tender.

Shredded Beef Chuck Roast

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Because a beef chuck roast has lots of connective tissue, long, slow cooking turns the meat juicy and almost satiny in texture. In fact, it's reason alone to own a slow cooker.

Slow-Cooker Bacon Jam

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Spread this savory bacon jam on bread for a holiday appetizer and send your guests home with a jar.

Classic Pot Roast for the Slow Cooker

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For a classic pot roast—a tough cut of beef braised until succulent and tender—we start with a well-marbled chuck. Pair it with familiar carrots and potatoes and place in the slow cooker. This recipe comes from Martha's latest book "One Pot: 120+ Easy Meals from Your Skillet, Slow Cooker, Stockpot, and More."

Slow-Cooker Brisket and Onions

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Braising in a slow cooker turns a tough, less-expensive cut of beef into a flavorful, hearty meal that's ideal for Passover and sure to become a family favorite.

Jimmy Fallon's Crock-Pot Chili

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This easy Crock-Pot chili recipe is courtesy of comedian Jimmy Fallon.

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23 Slow-Cooker Recipes That You Can Turn to All Year Long

There's nothing like the slow cooker for preparing comfort food. The appliance's steady, even heat turns out succulent meat every time, tenderizing tougher cuts such as flank steak and beef chuck. It excels at making soup and chili, too—and it's the go-to appliance for home cooks looking to get a head start on dinner prep. We love its set-it-and-forget-it dependability, which is why we're sharing our favorite slow cooker meals; they include everything from classics like pot roast and corned beef and cabbage to dinner party-worthy chicken dishes, fish stew, vegetarian entrées, and even dessert.

15 Healthy Slow-Cooker Dinner Recipes to Make on Chilly Winter Nights

Bold flavors and nutrient-dense ingredients define these delicious and healthy slow-cooker recipes, which include bean soup, fish curry, and braised chicken with garlic.

Skip the Stove! The Best Slow-Cooker Recipes for Summer

Classic Beef Stroganoff

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Brined Slow-Cooked Turkey Breast

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Braised Short Ribs

Korean Beef Chuck Roast

Season the beef with salt and pepper the evening before and refrigerate covered for the best flavor throughout this Korean Beef Chuck Roast. You can also shred the slow-cooked meat to make delicious Korean Beef Tacos.

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Slow-Cooker Carne Guisada

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Beef simmered with garlic and peppers in a thick tomato sauce makes for a warm and satisfying dinner. A slow cooker turns a less expensive cut of meat into a flavorful stew. Serve it in flour tortillas or spoon over rice.

Slow-Cooker Sicilian-Style Beef Stew

For the best flavor, season the meat with salt and pepper the night before and store, covered, in the refrigerator.

Slow-Cooker Chili Chicken Tacos

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Hearty meats such as chicken thighs become fall-apart sumptuous after a long, gentle simmer in the slow cooker -- the results are ideal for shredding into tacos or sandwich fillings.

Slow-Cooker Beef and Tomato Stew

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Nothing hits the spot on a chilly winter night like a hearty bowl of stew. Boost the feel-good factor with this lighter version.

Italian Pot Roast

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Letting garlic-stuffed beef pot roast simmer a long time with rosemary gives it a lot of flavor in this Italian rendition.

Brisket and Potato Stew

Our slow-cooker beef brisket is the star of this warming one-pot stew. The braised meat lends this soup long-simmered flavor in a fraction of the time.

Slow-Cooker Garlic Chicken with Couscous

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This time of year is filled with fancy fare, so we all need a change of pace during the week. This simple chicken dinner is tasty, and extremely gratifying.

Slow-Cooker Tex-Mex Chicken and Beans

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For a hearty dinner of fix-and-forget chicken stew, use a high-quality salsa to save time without skimping on flavor; choose a jar with a short ingredient list. This chicken recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Slow Cooker" (Clarkson Potter).

Pot Roast with Bacon and Vegetables

Pot Roast with Bacon and Vegetables featuring a hearty braise is perfect comfort food. Fresh herbs and flavorful liquids, combined with long, slow cooking, transform inexpensive cuts of beef and humble vegetables into a rich and filling one-pot dinner. Although it may not be quick, it couldn't be easier.

Boeuf Bourguignon

Beouf Bourguignon is a classic French-style stew that simmers slowly for several hours, so it's perfect for a weekend feast.

Slow-Cooker Chicken Mole

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Dark chocolate and spices add richness to the Mexican chile sauce called mole (MOH-lay). Simmer it in a slow cooker along with chicken thighs for a warming weeknight dinner.

Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja

Martha's take on the classic Cuban beef stew relies on affordable flank steak. Browning the beef before adding it to the slow cooker makes the meat and the cooking liquid even more delicious. This recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Slow Cooker" (Clarkson Potter).

Simple Pot Roast

A platter of tender pot roast, along with sweet carrots, potatoes, and turnips, is nearly a complete meal in itself. Simply pour the sauce from the pot into a gravy boat and then set out a salad, a loaf of crusty bread, and a robust cabernet or red zinfandel to round out the feast.

Beef Shin and Carrot Stew

Our hearty Beef Shin and Carrot Stew has some Irish roots—it gets its depth of flavor from stout, and is a perfect dish to serve to warm up a March afternoon when the passing season's chill lingers.

Slow-Cooker Beef Ragu

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Served over pasta or polenta, or in sandwich rolls, this simple meat dish becomes a star.

Slow Cooker Soy-Ginger Chicken

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Take it easy: Let your slow cooker or oven work its magic on this flavorful chicken dinner in a tasty soy-ginger sauce.

Slow-Cooker Persian Lamb Stew

Lamb shoulder is a very forgiving cut that's ideal for braising in a slow cooker. Here, it's amped up with Middle Eastern ingredients including dried lime and saffron. This recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Slow Cooker" (Clarkson Potter).

Daube de Boeuf Provencal

In this classic French stew, beef is slow-simmered to tenderness. A red wine with herbal notes balances orange zest and thyme; egg noodles soak up the flavorful sauce.

Hawaiian-Style Short Ribs

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This sweet and spicy dish is like an instant tropical vacation, especially since your slow cooker does all the work.

Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Buns

Yes, you can "bake" cinnamon buns in a slow cooker! The machine seals in moisture, making these breakfast treats even more gooey and delicious. The drizzly vanilla glaze doesn't hurt, either. This recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Slow Cooker" (Clarkson Potter).

Slow-Cooker Short Rib Ragu

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This Slow-Cooker Short Rib Ragu sauce cooks itself while you're away, and gives you more than one option for an easy dinner. Try serving this satisfying ragu over toasted bread, pasta, or Polenta with Corn and Thyme.

Slow-Cooker Indian-Style Fish Curry

The best part about making curry in a slow cooker? No stirring! Give it a couple of hours to thicken and to let the flavors meld, then add your favorite white fish 20 minutes before serving. This recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Slow Cooker" (Clarkson Potter).

Chicken Curry

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The slow cooker does the heavy lifting here when it's time for dinner. All you have to do is assemble this hearty coconut milk-based curry, which takes just 10 minutes.

Garlic Lover's Pot Roast

This all-American Garlic Lover's Pot Roast recipe is courtesy of Emeril Lagasse. Pair it with Emeril's creamy Mashed Potatoes for a complete meal.

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