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Crock Pot Cooking

Don't overlook the slow cooker as being just as valuable a kitchen tool as your stove or oven. While it's long been recognized as an ideal way to cook roasts and stews, it can do so much more - and we'll show you how.



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Pro Tip:

The crock pot should be filled 2/3rds full when cooking for best results. Scale recipes up or down to fit your size crock pot.

Crock Pot 101

A properly working crock pot uses as about as much electricity and resources as a light bulb - making it more economical than using your stove! Also, it won't heat up your kitchen in the summer months.

crock pot cooking time conversion chart

Crockpot
Oven Or Stovetop High Temp 300FLow Temp 200F
15-30 minutes1 1/2 - 2 1/2 hours4 - 8 hours
35-45 minutes3 - 4 hours6 - 10 hours
50 minutes - 3 hours 4 - 6 hours8 - 16 hours

Cooking Times

Times listed with the recipes are guidelines - actual cooking times may vary based on the brand of crock pot, size, amount of liquid or food, how full your crock pot is, how dense the ingredients are, and the temperature of the foods when you add them.



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recipe for cinnamon walnut apple crisp

Cinnamon Walnut Apple Crisp

Made with ground nutmeg, salt, butter, walnuts, sugar, cornstarch, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, apples

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spanish rice and chicken

Spanish Rice And Chicken

Made with boneless chicken breast halves, instant Spanish rice, black beans, whole kernel corn

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for broccoli in creamy mushroom gravy

Broccoli In Creamy Mushroom Gravy

Made with monterey jack cheese, water or chicken broth, fresh broccoli, onion, cream cheese, cream of mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for apple brandy brew

Apple Brandy Brew

Made with cinnamon stick, apple wine, peach brandy, apple cider

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for arroz con queso

Arroz Con Queso

Made with Monterey Jack cheese, long-grain converted rice, whole tomatoes, garlic, Mexican style beans, onion, cottage cheese, vegetable oil, green chiles

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 2 hours

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recipe for broccoli brunch casserole

Broccoli Brunch Casserole

Made with cottage cheese, frozen chopped broccoli, salt, cheddar cheese, eggs, all-purpose flour, butter or margarine, onion

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for california pot roast

California Pot Roast

Made with butter, canola oil, garlic, onions, dry red wine, beef stock, prunes, water, zucchini, mushrooms

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for baked beans and smoked sausage

Baked Beans and Smoked Sausage

This crock pot baked beans and smoked sausage recipe combines the simplicity of canned beans and smoked sausage with aromatic herbs such as oregano, basil, marjoram, and...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for caldo xochitl soup

Caldo Xochitl Soup

Made with avocado, chicken stock, vermicelli pasta, vegetable oil, whole skinless boneless chicken breast, green chiles, salsa, tomato, green onions

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for basque lamb stew

Basque Lamb Stew

Made with onions, garlic, carrots, turnips, thyme, black pepper, rosemary, chicken stock, all-purpose flour

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for best beef pot roast

Best Beef Pot Roast

Made with water, seasoned pepper, beef chuck or blade roast, onion, seasoned salt

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for cauliflower and potato curry

Cauliflower And Potato Curry

Made with water, tomatoes, potatoes, cauliflower, asafetida, turmeric, chili powder, cumin, salt, sugar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chicken casablanca

Chicken Casablanca

Made with carrots, potatoes, raisins, cumin, turmeric, salt and pepper, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, tomatoes, zucchini

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chicken deli casserole

Chicken Deli Casserole

Made with fresh parsley, Swiss cheese, prepared mustard, sauerkraut, Russian salad dressing, boned and skinned chicken breast halves

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for bread and butter apple brown betty

Bread And Butter Apple Brown Betty

Bread and butter apple brown betty, a crock pot dessert blending spiced apples with butter-soaked bread. Perfectly warm and sweet, reminiscent of apple pie meets...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for orange-glazed short ribs

Orange-Glazed Short Ribs

Made with beef chuck short ribs, orange, teriyaki baste and glaze sauce, garlic, black pepper, cornstarch, water

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for apple cranberry crisp

Apple Cranberry Crisp

Made with butter, cinnamon, apples, cranberries, brown sugar, rolled oats, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for apple pie

Apple Pie

Made with baking mix, apples, ground cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, milk, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for asian stir-fry stew

Asian Stir-Fry Stew

Made with broth, carrots, fresh ginger root, garlic, baby corn, scallions, water chestnuts, bean sprouts, bok choy, bay scallops

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for zucchini bread

Zucchini Bread

Made with nutmeg, cinnamon, eggs, vegetable oil, zucchini, vanilla extract, sugar, flour, salt, baking powder

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for wild mushroom beef stew

Wild Mushroom Beef Stew

Made with flour, salt, black pepper, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, bay leaf, paprika, shiitake mushrooms, carrots

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for barbecued cocktail meatballs

Barbecued Cocktail Meatballs

Made with ketchup, bread crumbs, egg, onion, black pepper, garlic salt, brown sugar, tomato paste, soy sauce, cider vinegar

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for barley beef soup

Barley Beef Soup

Made with beef stock, salt and pepper, bay leaf, stew beef, onion, celery, carrots, barley

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for bacon wrapped chicken

Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Made with chicken breasts, bacon, ham or chipped beef, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, mushrooms or pimiento slices

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bacon-onion chip dip

Bacon-Onion Chip Dip

Made with potato chips or crackers, bacon, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for beer sausages

Beer Sausages

Made with beer, smoked sausage

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for black bean and corn stuffed peppers

Black Bean and Corn Stuffed Peppers

Made with scallions, corn, plum tomatoes, cilantro, fresh parsley, dried parsley, fresh basil, dried basil

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for broccoli rice and chicken

Broccoli Rice and Chicken

Give your crock pot a workout with this easy broccoli rice and chicken recipe. Combining boneless chicken, rice, and a creamy soup mix, it's a great pick for a stress-free...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cabbage and leeks in cream sauce

Cabbage and Leeks in Cream Sauce

Made with cabbage, leeks, garlic, sherry or dry white wine, water, butter, flour, milk, mace or nutmeg

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for cabbage and potato casserole

Cabbage And Potato Casserole

Made with mashed potatoes, vegetable or chicken broth, butter, onions, cabbage, green apples, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for carne guisada

Carne Guisada

Made with chili powder, oregano, beef stew meat, water, salt and pepper, tomatoes, garlic, onion, flour, cumin

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for carrots in wine sauce

Carrots In Wine Sauce

Made with water, carrots, chicken bouillon, white wine, dill weed, onions, garlic salt, lemon juice, cornstarch

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cheesy chicken broccoli quiche

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Quiche

Made with onion, cheddar cheese, eggs, evaporated milk, salt, baking powder, flour, frozen chopped broccoli, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, corn oil

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for caramel rice pudding

Caramel Rice Pudding

Made with ground cinnamon, sugar, evaporated milk, white rice, raisins, vanilla extract, sweetened condensed milk

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for caramelized garlic

Caramelized Garlic

Made with garlic, olive oil

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cheesy meatball soup

Cheesy Meatball Soup

Made with salt, hot pepper sauce, water, whole kernel corn, potato, celery, carrot, onion, beef bouillon cubes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for meatless cabbage soup

Meatless Cabbage Soup

Made with dill weed, sugar, cabbage, instant rice, chicken broth, water, tomato sauce, carrots, onion, tomatoes

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cajun pecans

Cajun Pecans

Made with cayenne pepper, pecan, butter, chili powder, salt, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, onion powder, garlic powder

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for championship bean dip

Championship Bean Dip

Enjoy the perfect dip for any occasion, featuring refried beans, picante sauce, sour cream, and cheeses. Simply mix, heat in a crock pot, and serve hot with chips.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for corn & lentil soup

Corn & Lentil Soup

Made with lentils, celery, onion, tomato paste, cinnamon, turmeric, chicken broth, corn kernels, lemon juice, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cowboy ground beef and beans

Cowboy Ground Beef And Beans

Made with ground beef, onion, ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, black pepper, prepared mustard, pork 'n beans

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for date nut bread

Date Nut Bread

Made with shortening, sugar, dates, eggs, walnut meats, water, vanilla extract, corn syrup, all-purpose flour

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for creamy chili cheese dip

Creamy Chili Cheese Dip

Made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, canned chili

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ground beef stroganoff

Ground Beef Stroganoff

Made with flour, sour cream, tomato paste, ground beef, onions, garlic, mushrooms, salt, black pepper, beef broth

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for easy cherry or peach cobbler

Easy Cherry or Peach Cobbler

Made with walnuts or pecans, ground cinnamon, cherry, apple or peach pie filling, cake mix, egg, evaporated milk

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for eggplant-tomato stew with garbanzo beans

Eggplant-Tomato Stew with Garbanzo Beans

Made with tomato, carrot, garbanzo beans, red kidney beans, onion, celery, garlic, vegetable broth, tomato paste, dried oregano

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hamburger vegetable alphabet soup

Hamburger Vegetable Alphabet Soup

Made with celery, beef broth, green bell pepper, dry onion soup mix, tomato sauce, barley, black pepper, fresh oregano, fresh basil, thyme

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for herbed turkey breast

Herbed Turkey Breast

Made with garlic powder, black pepper, sage, dried basil, turkey breast, butter or margarine, cream cheese, soy sauce, fresh parsley

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for italian chicken stew

Italian Chicken Stew

Made with salt, red pepper flakes, sugar, zucchini, pearl onions, baby carrots, boneless skinless chicken thighs, tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for italian meat loaf with spaghetti sauce

Italian Meat Loaf With Spaghetti Sauce

Made with black pepper, garlic powder, ground beef, bread crumbs, spaghetti sauce, egg, onions, salt, garlic salt, Italian herb seasoning

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours





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