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Slow Cooker and Crockpot Recipes

The slow cooker is one of the most versatile kitchen appliances and a must have! Free up your oven and cook more efficiently!  You can create anything from easy set-it-and-forget-it dinner recipes to decadent desserts!

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What is a Slow Cooker?

If you've ever heard the term "slow and low" in regards to cooking, then you've already got an idea of the basic concept behind a slow cooker.

A slow cooker is a stand-alone appliance that is designed to cook foods on low heat for a long period of time.

They're great for prepping a meal in the morning or even the night before and letting it cook while you do something else.

What is the Difference between a Crockpot and a Slow Cooker?

Crock-Pot is a brand name for a type of slow cooker that was released in the 1970s. The name "crockpot" has become a generic term for slow cookers, much like "Kleenex" became synonymous with tissues.

So, while all crockpots are slow cookers, not all slow cookers are crockpots.

What are the Best Foods to Cook in a Crockpot?

Just about anything really! The better question is what can you not make!

Our favorite recipes are listed below!

What Foods Should Not be Made in a Slow Cooker?

While you can make just about anything, there are a few items  to avoid:

  • Dairy – It is likely to curdle!
  • Pasta — The long cooking time and steam will make pasta mushy.
  • Seafood — Most fish and shellfish requires only a short cook time, so hours in a crockpot will be overkill.
  • Anything with booze — The lid prevents evaporation and alcohol from cooking off.

Do You Need a Crockpot Liner?

I find slow cookers easy to clean already, so I don't bother with liners. It's extra waste and an extra step!

Our recommendation: Try this Crockpot available on Amazon!

Click on each category to see other cooking techniques:

Instant Pot — On the Grill — All Cooking Methods

View all crockpot recipes below:

tender shredded beef roast served with rice and caramelized onions

Asian-Inspired Pepsi Pot Roast

mug of peanut butter hot chocolate with whipped cream on top

Crockpot Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate

mashed potatoes with butter, made in slow cooker

Creamy Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

collage of Thanksgiving slow cooker recipes

40+ Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Recipes

hot chocolate in mug and crockpot

Crockpot Andes Mint Hot Chocolate

Crockpot Apple Cider

a loaf of sliced bread baked in the crockpot

Slow Cooker Bread with Rosemary

Cooking chicken in crockpot will give you perfectly tender and juicy slow cooker rotisserie chicken every single time!

Cooking Chicken in Crockpot {Juicy Slow Cooker Rotisserie Chicken}

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