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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 three envelope roast

Three Envelope Roast

The famous crock pot roast recipe that uses just three seasoning ingredients for the most delicious roast you'll ever have.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for meatballs and baked beans

Meatballs And Baked Beans

Porcupine-style meatballs (ground beef mixed with rice) are slow cooked in a dressed up baked bean sauce.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for turkey meatballs and gravy

Turkey Meatballs And Gravy

Perfectly seasoned and topped with a rich and creamy gravy, these turkey-beef meatballs are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic comfort food.

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


recipe for bigos

Bigos

When it comes to Slavic cuisine, Bigos is definitely one of the most iconic and beloved dishes. This slow cooker version follows tradition with cabbage, sauerkraut, and a variety of meats.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for 7-up pot roast

7-Up Pot Roast

This recipe for slow cooker 7-Up pot roast is a delicious and easy way to make a pot roast. The 7-Up adds a touch of sweetness to the dish, while the slow cooker cooks the meat to...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for caribbean shrimp and rice

Caribbean Shrimp and Rice

Shrimp is slow cooked in a seasoned broth and then mixed with peas, tomatoes, and cooked rice before serving.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cheesy chili

Cheesy Chili

This slow cooked cheesy chili is perfect topped with cheddar cheese or served over crispy French fries or tortilla chips.

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

recipe for knockwurst in beer

Knockwurst in Beer

Who doesn't love a dish that practically begs to be simmered to perfection? This one-pot wonder combines hearty knockwurst, tangy sauerkraut, and yes, a delicious pour of beer.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for country chicken chowder

Country Chicken Chowder

Slow cooked comfort food at its best. Tender bites of chicken are slowly simmered in a creamy potato and corn chowder.

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

recipe for veal and peppers

Veal And Peppers

This simple crock pot meal brings out the best of veal, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Cooked in a savory tomato-based mixture, it's an effortless yet flavorful meal.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chicken stuffing casserole with broccoli

Chicken Stuffing Casserole With Broccoli

This easy crock pot dinner is made with boneless chicken, stuffing mix, frozen broccoli, broccoli cheese soup, and chicken broth.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for quick meatballs

Quick Meatballs

These meatballs with cream of mushroom and onion soup mix may be slow-cooked, but they'll be sure to make dinner come together pretty quick.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for german potato soup with sausage and sauerkraut

German Potato Soup With Sausage And Sauerkraut

Hearty and filling, and perfect for a cold winter day. Just throw all the ingredients into a slow cooker and let it do its thing. You'll have a delicious...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for barbecue spoon burgers (sloppy joes)

Barbecue Spoon Burgers (Sloppy Joes)

No more sub-par sloppy Joes. This "spoon burger" mix upgrades basic beef with a thick and pungent barbecue sauce.

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


recipe for all day macaroni and cheese

All Day Macaroni and Cheese

Homestyle mac and cheese made with elbow macaroni, cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, regular milk, and eggs.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hard-boiled eggs

Hard-Boiled Eggs

Want perfect hard-boiled eggs every time? Try making them in your crock pot.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for old south pulled pork on a bun

Old South Pulled Pork On A Bun

This slow-cooked, tender pork, drenched in a homemade sweet and smoky sauce, will melt in your mouth. Served on soft buns, this easy-to-make dish brings a taste of the...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for mushroom wild rice

Mushroom Wild Rice

Mushrooms and a combination of brown and wild rice are slow cooked in a rich broth made from beef consomme and French onion soup.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for homemade chili

Homemade Chili

A simple chili recipe made with ground beef, tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato paste, chili powder, and topped with cheddar cheese.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bread pudding

Bread Pudding

The slow cooker is the perfect tool for getting that ultra-moist bread pudding texture you're after.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for bbq chicken for sandwiches

BBQ Chicken For Sandwiches

Looking for a simple and delicious way to make BBQ chicken for sandwiches? Try this recipe for crock pot chicken, cooked in a savory and sweet BBQ sauce until it's tender and...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for macaroni and cheese with broccoli

Macaroni And Cheese With Broccoli

Broccoli mac' n cheese isn't just a way to make a decadent dish healthier by sneaking in a cruciferous green, it's also a killer flavor combo. A cheesy duo of cheddar...

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

recipe for don't be a jerk chicken

Don't Be a Jerk Chicken

Throw chicken, onion, garlic, and a habanero pepper with a host of spices in the slow cooker. This is one jerk everyone will love.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for italian dressing pot roast

Italian Dressing Pot Roast

Talk about easy crockpot shortcuts. Thanks to Italian dressing, this pot roast only needs three ingredients to slow cook itself to zesty, meaty perfection.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for reuben sandwiches

Reuben Sandwiches

Reuben sandwich meets sloppy Joe. Slow-cooking corned beef with the classic combo of creamy Thousand Island, sauerkraut, and Swiss gives all the flavors the chance to meld together...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for butter beef

Butter Beef

Butter and beef make up two out of three ingredients you need for this dish, but the addition of onion soup adds a savory touch and makes the saucy beef a killer match for creamy mashed...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for texas baked beans

Texas Baked Beans

These Texas-style baked beans have triple the meaty flavor by slow cooking bacon, ham, and smoked pork in a rich tomato-ey sauce.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for zesty italian barbecue meatballs

Zesty Italian Barbecue Meatballs

These zesty Italian barbecue meatballs are the perfect addition to any party or gathering. They're easy to make and are cooked in a slow cooker, making them perfect for...

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

recipe for spicy cajun buffalo wings

Spicy Cajun Buffalo Wings

These slow cooked buffalo wings have a Cajun kick to them. The wings are simmered in a spicy bbq sauce along with hot sauces like Tabasco and jalapeno sauce. The Cajun...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for basic meatloaf

Basic Meatloaf

The low heat of the slowcooker is the key to keeping this ultra-simple meatloaf ultra-moist. Ketchup is the classic topping, but it's easy to add in a couple dashes of hot sauce for a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for sloppy jane sandwiches

Sloppy Jane Sandwiches

The sloppy Jane is lesser known, but no less of a party favorite. Hot dogs, slow-cooked with baked beans and chili sauce make up the sloppy favorite of those who pick dogs over...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for colonial hot buttered rum

Colonial Hot Buttered Rum

A classic holiday drink made in the crock pot. This version of hot buttered rum is made with brown sugar, butter, cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, rum, and topped with whipped...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for real hungarian goulash

Real Hungarian Goulash

Goulash isn't a dish to be rushed. It takes time for all the flavors to come together, so let the crockpot do the work. Plenty of sweet paprika gives the meaty goulash its...

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

recipe for rump roast and vegetables

Rump Roast And Vegetables

Tough to go wrong with classic flavors. Beef, carrots and potatoes spiced with thyme and Worcestershire make up this classic roast plate.

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

recipe for mashed turnips and potatoes

Mashed Turnips And Potatoes

Turnips add a little extra flavor to the potatoes in this easy crock pot dish. The end result is a creamy, flavorful mashed potato dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for western ribs

Western Ribs

Fall-off-the-bone slow cooker ribs made with just two ingredients (ribs, and sauce!). It just doesn't get much easier than this.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fresh tomato soup

Fresh Tomato Soup

Sometimes simple classics just can't be beat, and they're always best from scratch. Fresh tomatoes, carrots, and onions are joined in the slow cooker by basil, brown sugar, and...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for split pea comfort soup

Split Pea Comfort Soup

Resist the urge to stir this recipe. Let it cook until everything is tender and you'll have the most wonderful soup.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for harira (moroccan chickpea soup)

Harira (Moroccan Chickpea Soup)

A little taste of North African cuisine. This Moroccan chickpea soup seems all over the place with veggies, cinnamon and pasta but it all ties together beautifully, make...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for white chocolate bread pudding

White Chocolate Bread Pudding

Combine French bread cubes, white chocolate, egg substitute, and sweetened condensed milk in the slow cooker for a delicious bread pudding.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for polenta

Polenta

Cornmeal and butter with a touch of paprika and cayenne churns out a polenta that can be served warm and creamy or cooled in slices and browned.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for ham and taters breakfast casserole

Ham And Taters Breakfast Casserole

What happens when you mix ham, tater tots, and eggs? A glorious breakfast casserole that's irresistibly tasty and perfect for sharing - or not.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for all day beef stew

All Day Beef Stew

The best stews are simmered all day. This recipe uses a good variety of typical beef stew ingredients to give it a well rounded flavor. Hint: add a little extra thyme and oregano...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for classic chicken soup

Classic Chicken Soup

There's nothing like a bowl of good chicken soup to hit the spot when you need it. This one's a keeper, cooking chicken from scratch is the key to a savory broth that can warm up...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for 8 can soup

8 Can Soup

A great meal for a last minute dinner idea, just keep the canned goods on hand. Simply add browned ground beef and you can vary the other ingredients to suit your tastes.

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

recipe for chicken cacciatore with red wine sauce

Chicken Cacciatore With Red Wine Sauce

Mushroom and bell pepper packed cacciatore in the crockpot is a lifesaver. Rich from red wine and in a thickened sauce, this dish packs a lot of flavor into a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for crock o' breakfast

Crock o' Breakfast

Wake up to a delicious breakfast with this overnight slow cooker recipe. The layered ingredients can be changed to suit your tastes (try sausage instead of ham, for instance).

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for barbecued boneless beef ribs

Barbecued Boneless Beef Ribs

Beef ribs are slowly cooked in a homemade barbecue sauce.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for asian pork roast

Asian Pork Roast

Asian-style pork roast is about to be your favorite crockpot dish. Whether you serve it with rice and stir-fried veggies or go whole hog with an Asian pulled pork sandwich.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chicken spaghetti

Chicken Spaghetti

This creamy, cheesy chicken spaghetti can be made in the crock pot or baked in the oven.

Method:   stovetop, oven, crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes





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