Some days call for a meal that practically cooks itself. This collection of Slow Cooker Recipes is filled with comforting, flavorful dishes that let your slow cooker or Crock-Pot do most of the work while you get on with the rest of your day.

With simple ingredients and plenty of hands-off cooking time, the slow cooker is perfect for turning everyday ingredients into tender meats, hearty soups and stews, satisfying main dishes, and family-friendly favorites. It’s an especially handy way to get dinner started early and have something warm and delicious waiting when everyone is ready to eat.

Whether you call it a slow cooker or a Crock-Pot, this hardworking kitchen favorite makes homemade meals a little easier. Browse the recipes, gather your ingredients, add everything to the pot, and let time do the cooking.