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Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

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Get a head start on dinner with this fresh take on a slow-simmered, all-in-one meal that makes clean-up a breeze.

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

There are days when you want to lose yourself in the kitchen, enjoying the hours spent standing over the stove. And then there are all of the other days of the year. When your calendar is packed -- or when you simply want a satisfying supper -- let your slow cooker handle dinner duties. These easy (and easy-to-clean-up) recipes prove that you can create flavor-packed, hearty meals with a little prep and the flip of a switch.

By Kelly Vaughan

Loaded Slow-Cooker Baked Potatoes

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."

Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

This St. Patrick's Day favorite couldn't be simpler to make. By making your corned beef and cabbage in a slow cooker, all of the hard work is done for you.

Slow-Cooker Bacon Jam

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

Shredded Beef Chuck Roast

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 Brisket and Onions

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.

Beef Stew

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You can make this beef stew in the oven or a slow cooker. Either way, in two simple steps, you will have a warming, wholesome, and wonderfully flavorful meal.

Slow-Cooker Triple Chocolate Brownies

Think beyond stews: Uncover the sweet side of your slow cooker with these crowd-pleasing brownies.

Southern Pulled-Pork Sandwiches

Pork shoulder, a well-marbled cut available at most supermarkets, turns fork-tender after long, slow cooking. Ours is especially succulent with a spice rub and vinegar.

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Slow cooking might seem synonymous with cold-weather comfort food, but you can use this technique to achieve flavor year-round—even summer! Turn out delicious summertime fare like ribs, tacos, pulled chicken, stuffed peppers, and more without ever turning on the oven or stove.

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Beef Shin and Carrot Stew

Jimmy Fallon's Crock-Pot Chili

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

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Slow-Cooker Chili Chicken Tacos

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 Garlic Chicken with Couscous

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.

Chicken Curry

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.

Classic Pot Roast for the Slow Cooker

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."

Braised Pork Chops

This recipe for Braised Pork Chops is from "Southern Country Cooking from the Loveless Cafe," by Jane and Michael Stern. Try serving this with hush puppies and sour slaw.

Hawaiian-Style Short Ribs

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

Slow-Cooker Carne Guisada

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 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 Cilantro-Chutney Chicken

Sauteing the onions adds sweetness and an extra layer of richness to this chicken dish, and stirring in the chutney towards the end of cooking keeps the flavors bright and fresh.

Emeril's Slow-Cooker Split-Pea Soup

This slow-cooker version of split-pea soup is as easy as it gets and is packed with healthy fiber and protein. Serve it with crusty bread and you've got a soul-warming meal ready to go.

Pulled-Pork Sandwiches with Pickled Vegetables

Simmering and braising pork for a long time at a low temperature yields extra-intense flavor with little effort. The method is super convenient; whether you use a slow cooker or the oven for your pulled pork, you won't have to tend to the pot for these pulled-pork sandwiches with pickled vegetables.

Braised Short Ribs

This recipe for delicious braised short ribs is from the October 2007 issue of Everyday Food. To make this dish a complete meal, serve it with creamy polenta with thyme.

Strawberry Ice Cream

Homemade ice cream is delicious and surprisingly easy. With just 20 minutes of prep, create this frosty treat using just five ingredients—egg yolks, sugar, skim milk, heavy cream, and sliced strawberries.

Slow-Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Country Ribs

Start these ribs in the morning, and they'll be perfectly tender by dinnertime.

Slow Cooker Soy-Ginger Chicken

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 Tex-Mex Chicken and Beans

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).

Slow-Cooked Baked Beans

Coated in a glistening sweet-and-spicy sauce, navy beans cook to a creamy consistency while still holding their shape. A bit of bacon lends a rich smokiness to the dish.

Slow-Cooker Pork Chop

Pork chops cut from the shoulder have more connective tissues that break down as they cook, making them a great choice for a low and slow cook. Browning the bacon and pork chops in a pan first gives this dish layers of added flavor.

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 Beef and Tomato Stew

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

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).

Slow-Cooker Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Add kick to juicy chicken thighs by simmering them in a tangy sauce until they're tender enough to shred, then serve on buns for flavorful sandwiches for lunch. You can also use the chicken filling in tacos or in a salad with blue cheese dressing. This chicken recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Slow Cooker" (Clarkson Potter).

Slow-Cooker Greek Stuffed Peppers

These vegetarian wonders are fast to prep and come out tender and tasty.

Slow-Cooker Beef Ragu

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

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