When you don’t have the energy to labor over a hot stove or oven, you can rely on your slow cooker for a great meal. Thanks to this trusty kitchen gadget, all you have to do is prep your ingredients before tossing them in the crock, where you “set it and forget it” until it’s time to eat. Not to mention, your slow cooker is marvelously versatile. From soups and stews to tacos, lasagna and cobbler, there’s no doubt you’ll find inspiration in our 101 best slow cooker recipes.
