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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 easy cinnamon raisin bread pudding

Easy Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding

Made with ice cream, eggs, vanilla extract, non-stick cooking spray, cinnamon raisin swirl bread, sweetened condensed milk, water

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for greek stuffed peppers

Greek Stuffed Peppers

Made with fresh or dried oregano, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, cannellini beans, feta cheese, kalamata olives, couscous, scallions

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for caribbean pork pot roast

Caribbean Pork Pot Roast

Made with rice, brown sugar, quick-cooking tapioca, boneless pork shoulder roast, jerk seasoning, salt, oil, pineapple tidbits, diced green chile peppers

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for shrimp and bacon dip

Shrimp And Bacon Dip

Made with assorted crackers, shrimp, cream cheese, green onions, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, bacon, sour cream

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sausage spanish rice

Sausage Spanish Rice

Made with taco seasoning, green chiles, salsa, kielbasa or polish sausage, onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, diced tomatoes, water, rice

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for skirt steak in cream gravy

Skirt Steak In Cream Gravy

Made with fresh parsley, all-purpose flour, beef skirt steak or boneless beef round steak, black pepper, beef broth, mushrooms, garlic, cooking liquid, light cream or milk

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chicken fricassee with chive dumplings

Chicken Fricassee With Chive Dumplings

Made with thyme, pepper, skinless boneless chicken breast halves, non-stick cooking spray, shortening, flour, baking powder, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chicken stew with rosemary dumplings

Chicken Stew With Rosemary Dumplings

Made with whole chicken, vegetable oil, carrots, celery, onion, dried rosemary, chicken stock, frozen peas, all purpose flour

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for maple glazed turkey breast

Maple Glazed Turkey Breast

Made with white pepper, salt, ground cinnamon, potatoes, onion, boneless turkey breast, maple syrup, apricot preserves

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 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 coffee baked beans

Coffee Baked Beans

Made with instant coffee powder, pinto beans, dark red kidney beans, chili beans, onion, green bell pepper, ketchup, yellow mustard, liquid smoke hickory seasoning, light brown sugar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 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 beef strips and gravy

Beef Strips and Gravy

Made with spices and herbs, green bell pepper, water, beef round steak, dry onion soup mix, mushroom soup

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for artichoke crab dip

Artichoke Crab Dip

Made with pita breads, cream cheese, crab meat, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, green onion, artichoke heart

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for goat cheese and black bean dip

Goat Cheese And Black Bean Dip

Made with onion, garlic, cumin, cayenne pepper, goat cheese, green onions, fresh cilantro

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for barbecue short ribs

Barbecue Short Ribs

Made with curry powder, vegetable oil, beef short ribs, potatoes, onion, carrots, water, ketchup, red wine vinegar, paprika

Method:   stovetop, 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 bavarian red cabbage

Bavarian Red Cabbage

Made with bacon grease or melted butter, red cabbage, onions, apples, salt, water, sugar, cider vinegar

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bbq beef sandwiches

BBQ Beef Sandwiches

Made with boneless chuck roast, ketchup, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, liquid smoke, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, crock pot, microwave
Time:   over 5 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 beef and vegetable stew

Beef And Vegetable Stew

Made with dried parsley, Kitchen Bouquet, water, tomato soup, stew beef, celery, carrots, potatoes, onion, peas

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for broccoli ham casserole

Broccoli Ham Casserole

Make dinner a breeze with this crock pot broccoli ham casserole. Filled with chopped veggies, ham, and a creamy cheese sauce that kids will love.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for wheat berry stew

Wheat Berry Stew

Made with green bell peppers, black pepper, marinara sauce, Great Northern beans, wheat berries, potatoes, onion, garlic, ground cumin, ground turmeric

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for cantonese sweet and sour chicken or pork

Cantonese Sweet and Sour Chicken or Pork

Made with onion, boneless chicken breasts or pork, brown sugar, cornstarch, pineapple chunks, cider vinegar, water, soy sauce, salt, Chow mein noodles

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 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 chicago style italian beef

Chicago Style Italian Beef

Made with flour, shortening, water, beef bouillon cubes, oregano, garlic salt, paprika, broth, hot peppers, bay leaves

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cabbage taco soup

Cabbage Taco Soup

Made with onion, cabbage, red kidney beans, ground turkey or beef, tomato sauce, water, taco seasoning mix, sugar, dried parsley

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chicken noodle soup, new orleans style

Chicken Noodle Soup, New Orleans Style

Just when you thought chicken noodle soup couldn't get any better, this New Orleans-style rendition steps onto the scene, singing with bold flavors and swagger.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chocolate raspberry strata

Chocolate Raspberry Strata

Made with whipped cream, vanilla extract, sugar, eggs, Hawaiian bread, Challah or brioche, semisweet chocolate chips, raspberries, milk, heavy cream

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 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 horseradish pot roast

Horseradish Pot Roast

Made with garlic, boneless chuck roast, vegetable oil, carrots, celery, onion, dry red wine, salt and pepper, thyme

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


recipe for honey mustard bbq short ribs

Honey Mustard BBQ Short Ribs

Made with noodles, water, beef short ribs, Dijon mustard, garlic, black pepper, barbecue sauce, cornstarch

Method:   oven, stovetop, crock pot, microwave
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for italian fondue

Italian Fondue

Made with dry red wine, cornstarch, sharp Cheddar cheese, tomato sauce, spaghetti sauce mix, mozzarella cheese, ground beef

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hot rum punch

Hot Rum Punch

Made with rum, sugar, whole cloves, cinnamon stick, apple cider, pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon juice, cranberry juice

Method:   crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for lemon garlic chicken with wild rice

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Wild Rice

Made with fresh parsley, water, lemon juice, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic, wild rice blend

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for meatloaf with sour cream mushroom sauce

Meatloaf With Sour Cream Mushroom Sauce

Made with ground pork, ground beef, sour cream & onion dip, bread crumbs, celery, onion, pimiento, dried dillweed, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for navy bean soup with ham

Navy Bean Soup With Ham

Indulge in a bowl of slow cooked navy bean soup with ham - a delicious comfort food to warm you up from the inside out.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for navy bean soup

Navy Bean Soup

Made with black pepper, salt, dry navy beans, water, carrot, celery, onion, ham hock

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for old fashioned vegetable soup

Old Fashioned Vegetable Soup

Made with turnips, beef short ribs, water, tomatoes, salt, onion, carrots, celery, potatoes, whole kernel corn

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for plum pudding

Plum Pudding

Made with ground cinnamon, eggs, ground cloves, brown sugar, mace, orange juice, raisins, suet, dates, candied fruits

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for pork & parsnips

Pork & Parsnips

Made with parsnip, potato, pork, onion, flaked coconut, chicken stock, peanut butter, water, flour

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for porketta with potatoes

Porketta With Potatoes

Made with chicken broth, boneless pork loin roast, black pepper, salt, sweet potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, fennel seed, dried oregano, paprika, garlic powder

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pork and sweet potato stew

Pork And Sweet Potato Stew

Made with pork shoulder roast, oil, sweet potatoes, onion, dried apples, quick-cooking tapioca, garlic, fresh sage, dried sage

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for polish sausage and cabbage

Polish Sausage and Cabbage

Made with caraway seed, chicken broth, cabbage, onion, potato, Polish sausage, salt

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for ravioli with sausage and peppers

Ravioli with Sausage and Peppers

Made with Parmesan cheese, smoked sausage, frozen cheese-filled ravioli, frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry, chunky spaghetti sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for spiced rum cider

Spiced Rum Cider

Made with rum, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, whole allspice, whole cloves, apple juice

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for spinach artichoke dip with toasted baguette slices

Spinach Artichoke Dip With Toasted Baguette Slices

Made with mayonnaise or salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, frozen chopped spinach, monterey jack or mozzarella cheese, red bell...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spinach crab dip

Spinach Crab Dip

Made with butter, onion, crab meat, frozen chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for turkey, tomato, and potato stew

Turkey, Tomato, And Potato Stew

Made with tomato soup, ground turkey, onion, potatoes, kidney beans

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





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