Slow Cooker

Cooking

Over 150 easy-to-follow Time-saving tips for Tasty recipes for break-
warm and comforting letting your slow cooker fasts, breads, soups,
slow cooker recipes cook for you suppers, and more

Rachel Farnsworth
No one likes a know-it-all. Most of us realize theres no such thing
how could there be? The world is far too complicated for someone
to understand everything there is to know. So when you come across
a know-it-all, you smile to yourself as they ramble on because you
knowbetter.
You understand that the quest for knowledge is a never-ending one,
and youre okay with that. You have no desire to know everything, just
the next thing. You know what you dont know, youre confident enough
to admit it, and youre motivated to do something about it.
At Idiots Guides, we, too, know what we dont know, and we make
it our business to find out. We find really smart people who are
experts in their fields and then we roll up our sleeves and get to work,
asking lots of questions and thinking long and hard about how best
to pass along their knowledge to you in the easiest, most-accessible
waypossible.
After all, thats our promiseto make whatever you want to learn As
Easy as It Gets. That means giving you a well-organized design that
seamlessly and effortlessly guides you from page to page, topic to topic.
It means controlling the pace youre asked to absorb new information
not too much at once but just what you need to know right now. It
means giving you a clear progression from easy to more difficult. It
means giving you more instructional steps wherever necessary to really
explain the details. And it means giving you fewer words and more
illustrations wherever its better to show rather thantell.
So here you are, at the start of something new. The next chapter in
your quest. It can be an intimidating place to be, but youve been here
before and so have we. Clear your mind and turn the page. By the end
of this book, you wont be a know-it-all, but your world will be a little
less complicated than it was before. And well be sure your journey is
as easy as it gets.

Mike Sanders
Publisher, Idiots Guides
Slow Cooker
Cooking
by Rachel Farnsworth

AmemberofPenguinGroupUSAInc
 Tomygrandpawhotaughtmetodreambigandworkhard
AndtoMarissawhotaughtmetolivewellandlovemore
Andtoallthepeoplewhogathertheirfamiliesaroundthedinnertableeachnight
Youmaketheworldabeerplace
ALPHABOOKS IDIOTSGUIDESandDesignaretrademarksofPenguinGroup
USAInc
PublishedbyPenguinGroupUSAInc
InternationalStandardBookNumber -
-
--
PenguinGroupUSAInc HudsonStreetNewYork
LibraryofCongressCatalogCardNumber
 

NewYork

USAPenguinGroupCanada Eglinton
AvenueEastSuiteTorontoOntarioMPYCanada


 

adivisionofPearsonPenguinCanadaIncPenguinBooks
InterpretationoftheprintingcodeTherightmostnumberof
LtdStrandLondonWCRRLEnglandPenguinIreland
therstseriesofnumbersistheyearofthebooksprinting
 StStephensGreenDublinIrelandadivisionofPenguin
therightmostnumberofthesecondseriesofnumbersisthe
BooksLtdPenguinGroupAustralia Camberwell
numberofthebooksprintingForexampleaprintingcodeof
RoadCamberwellVictoria
Australiaadivisionof

-
showsthattherstprintingoccurredin

PearsonAustraliaGroupPtyLtdPenguinBooksIndiaPvt
Ltd

CommunityCentrePanchsheelParkNewDelhi

 Note
Thispublicationcontainstheopinionsandideasof

IndiaPenguinGroupNZApolloDriveRosedale itsauthorItisintendedtoprovidehelpfulandinformative
NorthShoreAuckland


NewZealandadivisionof materialonthesubjectmaercoveredItissoldwith
PearsonNewZealandLtdPenguinBooksSouthAfrica theunderstandingthattheauthorandpublisherarenot
PtyLtdSturdeeAvenueRosebankJohannesburg

SouthAfricaPenguinBooksLtdRegisteredOces
StrandLondonWCRRLEngland
CopyrightbyPenguinGroupUSAInc
AllrightsreservedNopartofthisbookmaybereproduced
scannedordistributedinanyprintedorelectronicform
withoutpermissionPleasedonotparticipateinorencourage
piracyofcopyrightedmaterialsinviolationoftheauthors
rightsPurchaseonlyauthorizededitionsNopatentliabilityis
assumedwithrespecttotheuseoftheinformationcontained
hereinAlthougheveryprecautionhasbeentakeninthe
preparationofthisbookthepublisherandauthorassumeno
engagedinrenderingprofessionalservicesinthebookIfthe
readerrequirespersonalassistanceoradviceacompetent
professionalshouldbeconsultedTheauthorandpublisher
specicallydisclaimanyresponsibilityforanyliabilitylossor
riskpersonalorotherwisewhichisincurredasaconsequence
directlyorindirectlyoftheuseandapplicationofanyofthe
contentsofthisbook
MostAlphabooksareavailableatspecialquantitydiscounts
forbulkpurchasesforsalespromotionspremiumsfund-
raisingoreducationaluseSpecialbooksorbookexcerpts
canalsobecreatedtotspecicneedsFordetailswrite
SpecialMarketsAlphaBooks HudsonStreetNew
YorkNY

responsibilityforerrorsoromissionsNeitherisanyliability
assumedfordamagesresultingfromtheuseofinformation Trademarks
Alltermsmentionedinthisbookthatareknown
containedhereinForinformationaddressAlphaBooks tobeoraresuspectedofbeingtrademarksorservicemarks
East
thStreetIndianapolisIN havebeenappropriatelycapitalizedAlphaBooksand
PenguinGroupUSAInccannotaesttotheaccuracyofthis
informationUseofaterminthisbookshouldnotberegarded
asaectingthevalidityofanytrademarkorservicemark

Publisher: Mike Sanders Senior Production Editor: Janee Lynn

Executive Managing Editor: Billy Fields Design Supervisor: William Thomas
Senior Acquisitions Editor: Brook Farling Indexer: Johnna VanHoose Dinse
Development Editorial Supervisor: Christy Wagner Layout: Laura Merriman, Ayanna Lacey
Proofreader: Cate Schwenk
 Contents
Chapter 1: Slow Cooker Fundamentals ......................................................................................................... 1
HowaSlowCookerWorks ................................................................................................................................................. 2
FoodSafety ................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
DontBeAfraidtoExperiment .......................................................................................................................................... 5
SlowCookerCleaningandCare ..................................................................................................................................... 5
TroubleshootingTips .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Chapter 2: Good-Morning Breakfasts ............................................................................................................ 8
Apple-CinnamonSteel-CutOatmeal ......................................................................................................................... 10
BrownieBaerOatmeal.....................................................................................................................................................12
PumpkinPieOatmeal ..........................................................................................................................................................14
LoadedHashbrowns.............................................................................................................................................................16
HeartySausageandPotatoHash ..................................................................................................................................18
GermanPancake .................................................................................................................................................................. 20
CinnamonSwirlCoeeCake ........................................................................................................................................ 22
FrenchToastCasserole .................................................................................................................................................... 24
MexicanBreakfastCasserole ........................................................................................................................................ 26
TripleCheeseSausageandKaleFriata ................................................................................................................. 28
DenverOmelet...................................................................................................................................................................... 30
SpinachandFetaQuiche .................................................................................................................................................32
HamandSwissQuiche ..................................................................................................................................................... 34
Chapter 3: Dips, Snacks, and More................................................................................................................ 36
SpinachArtichokeDip....................................................................................................................................................... 38
SouthwesternCheesyCornDip .................................................................................................................................. 40
BualoChickenDip ............................................................................................................................................................ 42
ChileConQueso ................................................................................................................................................................. 44
RoastedRedPepperDip ................................................................................................................................................. 46
BabaGhanoush..................................................................................................................................................................... 48
CheeseFondue .................................................................................................................................................................... 50
HomemadeYogurt................................................................................................................................................................52
Old-FashionedCinnamonBrownSugarApplesauce ....................................................................................... 54
UltimateCranberrySauce ............................................................................................................................................... 56
HomemadeStrawberryJam............................................................................................................................................58
Apple-PumpkinBuer....................................................................................................................................................... 60
 HomemadeKetchup ............................................................................................................................................................62
Tomato-BaconChutney .................................................................................................................................................... 64
Chapter 4: Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies ........................................................................... 66
TomatoBisque ....................................................................................................................................................................... 68
ZuppaToscanaTuscanSoup ....................................................................................................................................... 70
CreamyBroccoliCheeseSoup ..................................................................................................................................... 72
SpicedBuernutSquashSoup...................................................................................................................................... 74
VegetarianSweetPotatoChili........................................................................................................................................ 76
ChickenTacoSoup .............................................................................................................................................................. 78
WinterLeekandPotatoSoup ....................................................................................................................................... 80
RussianRedBorscht ............................................................................................................................................................82
ComfortCornChowder .................................................................................................................................................. 84
Old-FashionedBeefStew ............................................................................................................................................... 86
GreenChilePorkStew ......................................................................................................................................................88
Texas-StyleBeefChili ........................................................................................................................................................ 90
SlowBraisedSweetPorkChili .......................................................................................................................................92
Indian-StyleSpicedChili ...................................................................................................................................................94
WhiteChickenChili ............................................................................................................................................................96
Chapter 5: Super Sandwiches ................................................................................................................................98
BalsamicBeefDipSandwiches .................................................................................................................................. 100
PhillyCheesesteakSandwiches ................................................................................................................................. 102
Extra-SloppyJoes ..............................................................................................................................................................104
SpicyItalianChickenSandwiches .............................................................................................................................106
GreekChickenGyros ...................................................................................................................................................... 108
BarbecuePulledPorkSandwiches ............................................................................................................................ 110
VietnamesePulledPorkBanhMi ............................................................................................................................... 112
Chapter 6: Beef and Lamb Entres .............................................................................................................. 114
KoreanBeefBulgogi .......................................................................................................................................................... 116
ModernMeatloaf ................................................................................................................................................................ 118
SundayAernoonPotRoast ........................................................................................................................................120
BraisedBeefShortRibs.................................................................................................................................................. 122
HoneyGarlicBarbecueBeefRibs ............................................................................................................................ 124
MidwesternBeefBrisket................................................................................................................................................ 126
LegofLambwithRosemaryLemonandGarlic ................................................................................................ 128
TripleCitrusLambShanks.............................................................................................................................................130

iv Idiots Guides: Slow Cooker Cooking

Chapter 7: Chicken Dishes ...................................................................................................................................... 132
Herb-RoastedWholeChicken .................................................................................................................................... 134
HoneyChipotleBarbecueChickenDrumsticks ................................................................................................ 136
CoconutChickenCurry ................................................................................................................................................. 138
ChickenCacciatore ..........................................................................................................................................................140
TeriyakiChicken .................................................................................................................................................................. 142
ChickenTikkaMasala ...................................................................................................................................................... 144
OrangeChicken .................................................................................................................................................................. 146
MoroccanChickenThighs............................................................................................................................................. 148
GreenChileChickenEnchiladaCasserole .......................................................................................................... 150
Chapter 8: Pork Main Dishes ............................................................................................................................... 152
ApplePorkRoast ............................................................................................................................................................... 154
Strawberry-ChipotleBarbecueBabyBackRibs ............................................................................................... 156
Dijon-CrustedPorkTenderloin ................................................................................................................................... 158
HawaiianKaluaPork ......................................................................................................................................................... 160
KillerCarnitas....................................................................................................................................................................... 162
Orange-BalsamicGlazedHam .................................................................................................................................... 164
SmotheredPorkChops .................................................................................................................................................. 166
Chapter 9: Versatile Vegetables........................................................................................................................ 168
StuedArtichokes ............................................................................................................................................................. 170
Country-StyleGreenBeans ..........................................................................................................................................172
SouthernCollardGreens ............................................................................................................................................... 174
CornontheCob ................................................................................................................................................................. 176
CreamedCorn ..................................................................................................................................................................... 178
Ratatouille .............................................................................................................................................................................. 180
RoastedSummerVegetableMedley........................................................................................................................ 182
CheesyBaconandRanchPotatoes ......................................................................................................................... 184
HoneyMustardRoastedPotatoes ........................................................................................................................... 186
CreamyWhippedPotatoes .......................................................................................................................................... 188
ScallopedPotatoes ........................................................................................................................................................... 190
SweetPotatoCasserole ................................................................................................................................................. 192
RoastedBeetsnSweets ............................................................................................................................................... 194
Chapter 10: Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans ............................................................................... 196
ClassicItalianLasagna ..................................................................................................................................................... 198
WhiteVegetableLasagna ............................................................................................................................................ 200
Tri-TipBeefStrogano ....................................................................................................................................................202

Contents v
 SpagheiandMeatballs ............................................................................................................................................... 204
SecretIngredientMacaroniandCheese..............................................................................................................206
CheesyRavioliCasserole .............................................................................................................................................208
BrownRiceandBlackBeanCasserole ..................................................................................................................210
CreamyMushroomRisoo ........................................................................................................................................... 212
Un-FriedRice ....................................................................................................................................................................... 214
SpanishRice.......................................................................................................................................................................... 216
BostonBakedBeans ........................................................................................................................................................ 218
MexicanRefriedBeans ..................................................................................................................................................220
WhiteBeansandPancea........................................................................................................................................... 222
Chapter 11: Bountiful Breads ............................................................................................................................... 224
CrustyLoafBread............................................................................................................................................................. 226
DinnerRolls .......................................................................................................................................................................... 228
RosemaryFocacciaBreadwithSeaSalt ...............................................................................................................230
RyeBread .............................................................................................................................................................................. 232
Cornbread ............................................................................................................................................................................ 234
BananaBread ...................................................................................................................................................................... 236
PumpkinBread ................................................................................................................................................................... 238
Chapter 12: Slow Cooker Sweets .................................................................................................................. 240
AppleDumplings ............................................................................................................................................................... 242
AppleCrumble...................................................................................................................................................................244
PeachCobbler ................................................................................................................................................................... 246
Vanilla-OrangePoachedPears................................................................................................................................... 248
SaltedCaramelRicePudding .....................................................................................................................................250
WhiteChocolateBreadPudding ............................................................................................................................. 252
Mile-HighChocolateFudgeBrownies ................................................................................................................... 254
SmoresBrownies .............................................................................................................................................................. 256
PeanutBuerFudgeCake........................................................................................................................................... 258
ChocolateMudCake .....................................................................................................................................................260
AlmondPoppySeedCake ........................................................................................................................................... 262
LemonPoundCake ......................................................................................................................................................... 264
StrawberrySwirlCheesecakes .................................................................................................................................. 266
Caramelitas .......................................................................................................................................................................... 268
Glossary............................................................................................................................................................................................. 270
Index .....................................................................................................................................................................................................274
 Introduction
IbelieveincookingfromscratchwithloveSlowcookercookingisnoexceptionTherecipesinthisbook
aremadefromscratchwhereverpossibleandplausiblePreparationtimehasbeenkepttoanabsolute
minimumtomaximizetheconvenienceoftheslowcookerbutwithoutsacricingthequalityMyculinary
endeavorshavetakenmemanyplacesbutIamrstandforemostahomecookjustlikeyouIknow
howlifegoesandIknowexactlywhyyouwanttoincorporatetheslowcookerintoyourlifeThishandy
applianceisavaluabletoolinthekitchenandwhenusedproperlycanproducestunningdishesNot
everydishisbestsuitedforslowcookingbutitscertainlyavalidcookingmethodthatcanbeusedfora
widearrayofdishestoaddconvenienceanddeliciousavortoyourmenu
Themorethan
recipesandvariationsinthisbookaredesignedtoshowcasetheslowcookerswide
rangeofcapabilitieswhilestillpresentingdishesyourfamilywillenjoyAllthephotosincludedwiththe
recipesarephotosoftheactualnisheddishIcookedinmyslowcookerNoenhancementsorinedible
stagingtechniqueswereusedNotricksorgimmicksjustrealfood
Iveincludedlotsofnotesandtipsthroughoutthebookaswellaspointersoningredientsandcooking
methodsbothforslowcookercookingandcookingingeneralEvenifyoureanexperiencedslowcooker
cookitsmyhopethatyoucanndnewideasandinspirationinthepagesthatfollow

Special Thanks to the Technical Reviewer

IdiotsGuidesSlowCookerCookingwasreviewedbyanexpertwhodouble-checkedtheaccuracyof
whatyoulllearnheretohelpusensurethisbookgivesyoueverythingyouneedtoknowaboutmaking
deliciousdishesinyourslowcookerSpecialthanksareextendedtoTrishSebben-Krupka

Acknowledgments
Thisbookwouldnothavebeenpossiblewithoutmyhugesupportteamwhohashelpedmeeverystep
ofthewayWhilethisbookmightnotbededicatedtohimmylifeiscertainlydedicatedtomywonderful
husbandStephenwhosupportsmeinmycrazydreamslateworknightsandculinarysuccessesand
failuresAspecialthankstomymotherwhocoachedmewithherartisticabilitiesIloveyouMom!My
childrenputupwithalotforthisbookandIappreciatetheirpatienceindependenceandunfeigned
lovefortheirmotherscookingYoutwoaremylilesouschefsandalthoughIcouldhaveworkedfaster
andmoreecientlywithoutyoutherejustwouldnthavebeenasmuchloveinthefoodThankyouto
theteamoftastetestersandfriendswhodevouredthefoodshowninthisbookYouknowwhoyouare
IcannotpossiblyforgetthepeoplewhomakemelookgoodmyteamatAlphaBooksBrookFarling
ChristyWagnerandWilliamThomas
 Chapter 1

Slow Cooker
Fundamentals
Welcometotheworldofslowcookingwherethe
magicoflowheatandslowcooktimescometogether
toyieldavorfulfoodsyoucanprepareputinthe
slowcookerandletthishandyappliancedothe
workforyou

Thisbookisfullofrecipestipsandtrickstohelpyou
makethemostofyourslowcookerInthischapter
youlearnhowslowcookersworkpickupsomefood
safetyessentialsandexplorehowtotroubleshoot
anyproblemsyouhappentoencounter
 How a Slow Cooker Works
SlowcookerscomeinmultipleshapesandsizesThemostcommonshapesyoullseeareovalandround
Ovalslowcookersareincreasinglypopularbecausetheyholdodd-shapedroastswitheaseRoundslow
cookerstendtobedeeperandallowingredientstobestacked
SlowcookersizesaremeasuredinquartsThesmallestsizeavailableisa
-quart
-literslowcooker
whilethelargestslowcookersholdupto
quarts

 litersTherecipesinthisbookaregeared
towardthemostcommonsizerangeoftoquarts  to litersunlessotherwisenoted

Parts of a Slow Cooker

AslowcookerconsistsofafewbasicpartsAllslowcookershaveastonewareinsertaheatingbaseunit
andalidThestonewareinsertiswhereyouplacethefoodTheinserttsinsidetheheatingbaseunit
whichslowlyheatsupthestonewareThelidismostcommonlymadeofglasswhichallowsyoutosee
yourfoodasitcookssoyoudonthavetoremovethelidandletallthatpreciousheatandsteamout

Slow Cooker Settings

TemperaturecontrolsareavailableinseverallevelsofsophisticationBasicslowcookershaveone
temperatureseingalthoughmostslowcookershavethreeseingslowhighandwarmMore
sophisticatedslowcookershavedigitaltimersareprogrammableandwillautomaticallyswitchtothe
warmseingaertheprogrammedcooktimeisoverSomeslowcookersmaketheswitchtowarm
withoutatimeraerhoursCheckyourownersmanualtounderstandwhichofthesefeaturesyourslow
cookerhas
Theseingsonaslowcookerrefertothewaagetheheatingelementusesandnotnecessarilythe
actualtemperaturetheslowcookerreachesTheresnostandardtemperaturesotheresvariation
amongmodels
Theidealtemperaturerangeforslowcookingisbetween
Fand
F Cand
CMostslow
cookershaveamaximumhightemperatureofF CbutsomecanreachuptoF
CA
dishshouldreachtheidealtemperaturerangewithinseveralhoursonlowandlessthananhouronhigh
Onsomemodelsthehighseingsimplymeansthemachinereachesthetemperaturefasterwhileon
othermodelsitmeansitreachesahighertemperatureCheckyourownersmanualtolearnhowhotyour
slowcookergetsortestitwithathermometer
Thewarmseingisdesignedtokeepfoodsataconsistentfood-safetemperatureThisneedstobeat
least
FCFoodcanbesafelyheldonthewarmseingforuptohours

 Slow Cooker Fundamentals

Unless specically indicated in the recipe, most foods turn
out best if cooked on the low setting. Some foods, particularly
meats, can taste watery and boiled when cooked on high.

How a Slow Cooker Works 

 Food Safety
Althoughthenatureofslowcookersmeansyoucanprepareyourmeallltheslowcookerandletitdo
theworkforyounoslowcookerenablesyoutollitandsetittoturnonatalatertimeThiswouldmean
yourfoodwouldsetoutatroomtemperatureincreasingthepossibilityofbacterialgrowth
Abeersaferalternativeistopreparethefoodplaceitinthestonewarevesselandstorethebowl
intherefrigeratoruntilyourereadytocookandthencookonthelowseingTheslowwarmingofthe
stonewarepreventsitfromcrackingorbreakingasmighthappenifexposedtohighheatLikewisedonot
storeyourstonewareinthefreezerorplacehotstonewareintotherefrigeratororfreezer
TheUnitedStatesDepartmentofAgriculturerecommendsthatmeatsbecookedtothetemperatures
giveninthefollowingtableCheckyourcountrysguidelinesforstandardsinyourarea

Food Minimum Internal Temperature

Allpoultry
 F C

Casseroles
 F C

Groundmeats
FC

Eggs
FC

Beefporkvealandlambsteakschopsandroasts
 F C

Hamfreshorsmokeduncooked
 F C

Fishandshellsh
 F C

Fullycookedhamtoreheat
FC

With few exceptions (such as frozen pastas that have already

been cooked before being frozen), before you add any food
to the slow cooker, it should be completely thawed. Due to
the nature of slow cooking, frozen foods wont reach a safe
temperature in time to prevent the growth of bacteria.

 Slow Cooker Fundamentals

 Dont Be Afraid to Experiment
OneofthegreatthingsaboutslowcookercookingishowmuchoftheworkisdoneforyouYouprepare
theingredientsaddthemtotheslowcookerandtheappliancecooksyourdishwithoutmuchifany
furtherhelpfromyouAnotherbonusofslowcookercookingishowversatileacookingmethoditis
Unlessarecipecallsforacertaintypeofappleonionmilkorotheringredientyoucanusewhatever
varietycolororkindyoulikebest
IfyourenotsurewhichtousetrymakingtherecipewithoneversionrstaGrannySmithappleinyour
applesaucearedonioninyourstir-fryorwholemilkinyourbreadpuddingThenexttimeusedierent
versionsaHoneycrispappleawhiteonionorskimmilkforexample
Notewhichvariationsyoulikebeerforthenexttimeyoumaketherecipeortrysomethingdierent
thentoo!Experimentuntilyoundjusttherightcombinationofingredientsthatmakesyourmouthwater

Slow Cooker Cleaning and Care

Aslowcookersstonewarevesselandglasslidareoendishwashersafebutcheckyourownersmanual
toseeifyourparticularmodelisanexceptionIftheyrenotyoucanwashthembyhandusingdishsoap
andhotwater
Stubbornbaked-onmessescanbetoughtoscrubcleanIfyounoticeabaked-onringhasformedin
thestonewarevesselllthebowlwithenoughwatertocovertheringKeeptheslowcookeronthelow
seingfor
orhoursandtheringshouldbeeasytoscrubo
YoucanremoveotherspotsandstainsusingbakingsodaMakeapasteofbakingsodaandwaterand
scrubthepasteontothespotLetsitforminutesandrinseawaythegrime
IftheheatbaseunitbecomesdirtyrsttrycleaningitwithadampclothBecarefulnottousetoomuch
waterbecausethebasecontainsalltheelectricalpartsoftheapplianceNeversubmergethebasein
waterForparticularlystubbornmessesyoucantryovencleanerBesuretodothisinanareawithplenty
ofventilationasovencleanercontainstoxicchemicals
SlowcookerlinerscanmakecleanupquickandeasyTheyaregenerallysoldinthesameareaofthestore
asaluminumfoilparchmentpaperandplasticstoragebags

Slow Cooker Cleaning and Care 

 Troubleshooting Tips
Forbestresultsandunlesstherecipeindicatesotherwisekeepthelidonyourslowcookerasitcooks
Removingthelidallowsheattoescapeandittakestominutesfortheslowcookertogetbackto
theappropriatetemperature
Placeingredientsthatcookslowestontheboomoftheslowcookersotheyhavemoredirectaccessto
theboomheatsourceVegetablesgenerallycookfasterthanmeatssoplacethemtowardthetopofthe
stonewarevesselunlessotherwisenotedintherecipeRootvegetableslikepotatoesaretheexception
tothisruleastheyrequirelongercooktimes
DonotunderlloroverllyourslowcookerAslowcookershouldnotbelessthanonethirdfullandnot
morethanthreequartersfull

What If the Electricity Goes Out?

IfyourehomewhiletheslowcookeriscookingandtheelectricitygoesoutkeepthelidonIfthepower
resumeswithinminutesyoucancontinueleingyourfoodcookIfthepowerdoesnotresumewithina
halfhouryoulleitherneedtondanalternatecookingmethodordiscardthefood
Ifyoudiscoverthatthepowerwentoutwhileyouwereawayanddontknowhowlongtheelectricitywas
oitsbesttodiscardfoodYoucantknowforsurehowlongthefoodwaswithoutheatandpotentially
subjecttobacterialgrowth

Why Is My Food Burning?

IfyoufollowarecipeandyourfoodburnsyourslowcookercouldrunhotYoucantestthetemperature
ofyourcookerbyllingittwothirdsfullofwaterturnontheslowcookerandletitrunforhours
Aerhoursquicklyremovethelidandinsertaninstant-readthermometerinthewatertocheckthe
temperature
Ifyourunthetestonlowthetemperatureshouldreadbetween
F Cand
F
C
aerhoursIfitsabovethistemperatureyoueitherneedtodecreasecooktimesorpurchaseanew
slowcooker
Ifyourunthetestonhighaerhoursthetemperaturecouldbeanywherebetween
F Cand
F
Calthoughitshouldbethesametemperaturerangeof
F Cand
F
C
asthehighseingisnormallydesignedtoreachthetemperaturerangefasterOnceagainifitsonthe
higherendoftherangeyoullneedtoeitherreducethecookingtimeorpurchaseanewslowcooker

 Slow Cooker Fundamentals

Why Does One Side of My Dish Always Burn?
Thesideofyourslowcookersheatingunitthats
oppositethecontrolunitgenerallytendsto
runhoerTolessenthiseectfoldapieceof
aluminumfoiltocreateabarrieronthatsideof
theslowcookerYoucandothesameonany
otherareathattendstoburnSimplylinethefoil
alongtheinteriorofthestonewareinsertand
proceedwiththerecipeasdirectedThismethod
isparticularlyusefulwithbreadsandcasseroles
Ifyouprefernottousealuminumfoilyoucan
rotatetheinserthalfwaythroughthecooking
timetoensureevencooking

Why Is My Casserole Soggy?

SoggycasserolesareusuallytheresultofusingtoomuchliquidTrydecreasingtheliquidthenexttime
youmakethedishInthemeantimecookfortominutesonhighwiththelidotoallowforquick
evaporation

What Are Those Spots on My Stoneware?

Normalwearandtearandevenhardwaterarethemostcommoncausesofspotsonyourstoneware
Youcanremovemanyspotsandstainsviabasiccleaningmethodsbutsomesimplycannotberemoved
Unlesstheseareasaecthowyourfoodcookstheyreprobablynothingtoworryabout

Troubleshooting Tips 
 Chapter 2

Good-Morning
Breakfasts
SlowcookerbreakfastsaresoconvenientThe
generalrushofweekdaymorningroutinesdoesnt
leavemuchtimeforhotnutritiousbreakfastsSome
recipescallforalongenoughcooktimethatyoucan
preparethedishbeforebedthenightbeforeand
wakeuptoahotbreakfastOtherrecipescallfor
shortercooktimeswhichenableyoutogetafew
thingsdonebeforecomingbacktobreakfastOr
perhapsyoucanutilizetheshortcooktimefornice
SundaybrunchesRememberthatfoodcansafelysit
onaslowcookerswarmseingforuptohoursin
caseyouwanttosleepin

InthischapterIsharesomefreshtakesonbreakfast
classicsandgiveyoueverythingyouneedtoknowto
enjoythemostimportantmealoftheday
 Apple-Cinnamon
Steel-Cut Oatmeal

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Sweetapplesandwarmcinnamon Yield cups
combineforaavorfulovernightbreakfast ServingSize 34cup
thatutilizesthewhole-graingoodnessof
steel-cutoatsBepreparedtowakeupto PrepTime minutes

ahouselledwithanamazingaroma! CookTime tohours

12cupsuncooked

 Greasethestonewareinsertofa-or-quart-to
steel-cutoats -literslowcookerwithshorteningoroilorusenonstick
cookingspray
12cupsapplejuice
 Intheslowcookercombinesteel-cutoatsapplejuicemilk
12cupsmilk
applebrownsugarcinnamonandsalt
largeapplepeeled
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
coredanddiced
TBbrownsugar VariationTopthenishedoatmealwithraisinswalnutspecansor
driedfruit
tspgroundcinnamon
14tspsalt

This recipe is best made in a 2- or 3-quart (2- to 3-liter) slow cooker because using a larger slow
cooker could very likely cause the oatmeal to burn. If you want to use a larger slow cooker, double
or triple the recipe to avoid burning. You can then store the leftovers in the refrigerator. Reheat by
warming in the microwave on high for 1 minute.
As for what kind of milk and apple to use, take your pick. Any kind of milk, from skim to whole, works
well in this recipe, as does your favorite variety of apple.

Apple-Cinnamon Steel-Cut Oatmeal 

Whosaysyoucanthavedessertfor
breakfast?Inthisoatmealfullofchocolaty Yield cups

deliciousnessthesweetnessofthebrown ServingSize 34cup

sugarcounteractsthebiernessofthe
PrepTime minutes
cocoapowdertoproduceaperfectly
chocolatebitewitheveryspoonful CookTime tohours

12cupsuncooked

 Greasethestonewareinsertofa-or-quart-to
steel-cutoats -literslowcookerwithshorteningoroilorusenonstick
cookingspray
cupsmilk
 Intheslowcookercombinesteel-cutoatsmilkcocoa
12cupcocoapowder
powderbrownsugarandvanillaextract
12cupbrownsugar
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
rmlypacked
tspvanillaextract VariationForGermanChocolateOatmealusecups
unsweetenedcoconutmilkinsteadofregularmilk

When shopping for oats, youre sure to nd several dierent kinds, including steel cut, old fashioned,
quick, and instant. Steel-cut oats are the best oats to use in slow cooker recipes. Theyre whole grain
and come from the inner portion of the oat kernelthe oat groats are simply hulled, toasted, and
chopped. This minimal processing requires a longer cooking time than old-fashioned, quick, or instant
oats, which are progressively more processed. While other oats will become mushy and overcooked in
the low, slow heat of a slow cooker, steel-cut oats hold up much better. If you dont have steel-cut oats,
you can use rolled oats, but the results will be more porridge-like. Decrease the cooking time to 4 to 6
hours if you opt for rolled oats.

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Brownie Batter Oatmeal

Brownie Batter Oatmeal 

 Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Wakeuptothenostalgicandcomforting Yield cups
avorsofpumpkinpiewiththisoatmeal ServingSize 34cup
Thisrecipeembracestheavorsoffalland
providesapleasantlysweetstartonthose PrepTime minutes

crispfallmornings CookTime tohours

cupuncookedsteel-cutoats

 Greasethestonewareinsertofa-or-quart-to
-literslowcookerwithshorteningoroilorusenonstick
cupsmilk
cookingspray
14cupbrownsugar
 Intheslowcookercombinesteel-cutoatsmilkbrown
rmlypacked
sugarpumpkinpiespicevanillaextractandsalt
TBpumpkinpiespice
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
tspvanillaextract
 Stirinpumpkinpurewhenreadytoserve
14tspsalt
VariationYoucanuse12cupsalmondmilkinplaceofthemilklisted
cuppumpkinpure
hereforaveganversionThealmondmilkaddsanuyelementthat
complementstheavorsofthepumpkinpie

Pumpkin pie spice is a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. You can nd it in the spice
section of your grocery store. You add the pumpkin pure at the end in order to retain the maximum
pumpkin avor. If you let it stew with the oats in the slow cooker, the avor will dull and dilute and the
texture could become somewhat gritty. Adding it in at the end ensures a fresh, pumpkin avor.

Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal 

Inthisrecipetraditionalhashbrownsare Yield cups
loadedwithfreshveggiesandcheese ServingSize cup
Thepepperjackjalapeobaconandbell
pepperaddSouthwesternairandalile PrepTime minutes

heattothisbreakfastfavorite CookTime tohours

stripsbacon
 Inaroom-temperatureskilletovermediumheatcookbacon
for
minutesFlipoverbaconandcookforto
more
largerussetpotatoespeeled
minutesoruntilbaconiscrispyTransferbacontoapaper
cupmilk towelcoveredplatetodrain
34cupshreddedpepper  Meanwhileusingthelargestgrateonacheesegratershred
jackcheese russetpotatoesSqueezepotatoshredstoremoveany
34cupshredded excesswaterandplacepotatoesinalargebowl
cheddarcheese  Toshreddedpotatoesaddmilkpepperjackcheese
largeredbellpepperribsand cheddarcheeseredbellpepperbuonmushroomsgreen
stemsremovedanddiced onionsjalapeosaltandblackpepper

largebuon  Crumblecookedbaconaddtopotatobowlandstirto

mushroomssliced combineScoopmixtureintoa-to-quart-to  -liter
slowcooker
TBslicedgreenonions
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
jalapeostem
removedanddiced VariationIfyoupreferyoucanswapoutthebaconfor
pound
12tspsalt  gramscookedsausageinstead

14tspblackpepper

Peeled potatoes, and especially peeled and shredded potatoes, start to brown when theyre exposed
to the air. To prevent this, you need to deprive the potatoes of oxygen. Placing them in a liquid slows
the process. In this recipe, for example, you could pour the milk over the shredded potatoes early if
you notice theyre starting to brown. Also, be careful when working with jalapeos. As you handle
them, the jalapeos oils transfer to your hands, so do not touch your face or your eyes after cutting a
jalapeo! Wear gloves to prevent the oil transfer, and wash your hands well with dish soap after youre
nished handling the pepper to remove the spicy oils from your ngers.

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Loaded Hashbrowns

Loaded Hashbrowns 
 Hearty Sausage and
Potato Hash

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Flavorfulsausageandredpotatoes Yield cups
combineforaheartysavorybreakfast ServingSize cup
thatsbothllingandsatisfyingThejuicy
sausagedrippingscreatepotatobites PrepTime minutes

burstingwithboldsausageavor CookTime orhours

mediumredpotatoes

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplacered
lb/kgchoppedinto-in potatoesandyellowonionAddsaltblackpepperoregano
cmpieces andbasil
mediumyellowoniondiced  Pourinchickenbrothandstirtocombine
12tspsalt  Placesausageontopofpotatomixture
14tspblackpepper  Coverandcookonlowfor orhours
14tspdriedoregano  Whenreadytoserveremovesausagefromtheslowcooker
andsliceinto14-inch -millimeterslicesReturnsausage
14tspdriedbasil
totheslowcookerstirtocombineandservehot
12cupchickenbroth
VariationForacreamycheesyversionaddin
cupshredded
lb gwholefreshsausage
cheddarcheeseand12cupmilkduringthelasthourofcooking
incasings

You place the potatoes on the bottom with the sausage on top because meat cooks much faster in the
slow cooker than hard root vegetables like potatoes. Placing the potatoes on the bottom gives them
more contact with the heating elements and helps them cook quicker. A bonus of this layering is that
the cooking process creates savory drippings from the sausage that slowly smother the potatoes with
added avor.

Hearty Sausage and Potato Hash 

Withonlysixingredientsandashort Yield slices
cookingtimethesesweeteggpancakes ServingSize slice
cometogetherwitheaseforalling
breakfastorbrunchTheedgescrispinthe PrepTime minutes

buerforacaramelizedcrustycrunch CookTime or!hours

TBbuermelted

 Pourmeltedbuerintoa-to-quart  -to -liter
slowcooker
largeeggs
 Inalargebowlwhiskeggsfor
minute
cupall-purposeour
 Whiskinall-purposeourmilkvanillaextractandsaltuntil
cupmilk
wellcombinedandfewlumpsremain
tspvanillaextract
 Pourbaerintothebueredslowcooker
18tspsalt
 Coverandcookonhighfor
orhoursoruntilcenterisset
 Sliceandservetoppedwithadustingofconfectioners
sugarsyruporfruit

VariationAdd
teaspooncinnamonandadashofnutmegfora
avortwist

You may know German pancakes by another name. Dutch baby, Bismarcks, Dutch pus, and German
pancakes all refer to the same egg-based breakfast popover. When made using more traditional
methods, the pancake pus up and falls before serving. The low heat and large pancake size isnt
conducive to the impressive pu. Have no fear though, because the end result is very much the same
and tastes fantastic.

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
German Pancake

German Pancake 
 Cinnamon Swirl
CoeeCake

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Soandmoistwiththezingofcinnamon
thiscoeecakemakestheperfect Yield
slices

breakfasttreatTheswirlingensures ServingSize
slice
cinnamonavorineverybitewithout
PrepTime
minutes
beingoverlysweet
CookTime 12tohours

34cupbuerso"ened

 Greasethestonewareinsertofa-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerwithshorteningorusenonstick
34cupssugar
cookingspray
largeeggs
 Inalargebowlandusinganelectricmixeronhighspeed
tspvanillaextract beatbuerand
12cupssugarforminutesoruntilmixture
12cupsall-purposeour islightanduy

tspbakingsoda  Addeggsandcontinuetobeatwiththemixerforabout

secondsoruntilblended
tspbakingpowder
 Usingarubberspatulastirinvanillaextractall-purpose
cupsourcream ourbakingsodabakingpowderandsourcreamContinue
TBgroundcinnamon tostirbyhandforabout
minuteoruntillastofouris
incorporatedBaerwillbeverythick
 Spoonhalfofbaerintotheslowcookerandspreadto
covertheboomofthestonewareinsert
 Inasmallbowlcombineremaining14cupsugarwith
cinnamonSprinklemixtureoverbaerintheslowcooker
 Spoonremainingbaerovercinnamonmixturespreadingit
outasmuchaspossibleInsertabuerknifeintobaerand
moveitaroundinaswirlingmotionorgure-eightpaern
toswirlcinnamonsugarintobaerChangethedirectionof
Coee cakes are meant to yourpaerntoensureallofbaergetsswirledContinue
be served with coee, rather swirlingforseconds
than contain coee as an  Coverandcookonhighfor12tohoursoruntila
ingredient. Or perhaps its toothpickorknifeinsertedintomiddleofcakecomes
just an excuse to have cake outclean
for breakfast!
 Invertcakeontoaservingplaerandeitherserve
immediatelyorletcool

Cinnamon Swirl Coee Cake 

Asthiscasserolecooksthepromise Yield slices
ofcinnamon-sugarandvanilla-soaked ServingSize slice
breadbeckonsyoutothekitchenThe
caramelizededgesprovideaspecial PrepTime minutes

crispytreat CookTime hours

-oz# gloafFrench

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookertoss
breadcutortorninto-in Frenchbreadcubescreamcheesepiecesandmilk
cmcubes chocolatechips
ozgcream  Inalargebowlwhisktogethermilkeggsandheavycream
cheesediced foraboutminutesoruntileggsareincorporated
cupmilkchocolatechips  Add14cupbrownsugarvanillaextractandcinnamontoegg
mixtureandwhiskforseconds
12cupsmilk
 Poureggmixtureoverbreadintheslowcooker
largeeggs
 Inasmallbowlstirtogetherremaining14cupbrownsugar
cupheavycream
andbueruntilacrumblymixtureformsSprinklecrumble
12cupbrownsugar overbreadintheslowcooker
rmlypacked
 Coverandcookonlowforhours
tspvanillaextract
 Serveplainortoppedwithyourfavoritesyrup
tspgroundcinnamon
VariationForafall-inspiredPumpkinFrenchToastCasseroleomit
TBbuerso"ened
thechocolatechipsandadd
cuppumpkinpurewiththemilkeggs
andheavycream

You can make French toast with a variety of breads. Some prefer a French bread loaf, while others
prefer a challah loaf or brioche. You also can try using sourdough or croissants. Each type of bread
produces a slightly dierent taste and texture.
If you want a less crispy crust for your casserole, use an aluminum foil barrier.

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
French Toast Casserole

French Toast Casserole 

 Mexican Breakfast
Casserole

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Thissavorybreakfastcasseroleisbursting
Yield !cups
withavorThegreenchileschilipowder
crushedredpepperakesandpepper ServingSize cup

jackcheesecombineforamildspiceand PrepTime !minutes

boldavorthatbothwakesyouupand
tohours
llsyouup CookTime

lb gfullycooked

 InalargebowlstirtogetherMexicanchorizosausagegreen
Mexicanchorizosausagediced chileswhiteonionredbellpepperandcorn
-oz# gcandicedgreen  Inaseparatelargebowlwhisktogethereggshalf-and-half
chilesdrained garlicchilipowdercrushedredpepperakessaltand
blackpepper
mediumwhiteoryellow
oniondiced  Inamediumbowlcombinepepperjackcheeseand
cheddarcheese
largeredbellpepperribsand
seedsremovedanddiced  Greasea-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerwith
buerorshorteningorusenonstickcookingspray
cupfrozencorn
kernelsthawed  Covertheboomoftheslowcookerwith corntortillas
tearingtortillastomakethemtifnecessarysotheycover
 largeeggs
theentireboomofthestonewareinsertSpoon13of
cupshalf-and-half sausage-vegetablemixtureontotortillasTopwith
34cups
clovesgarliccrushed eggmixtureFinishowith23cupcheesemixtureRepeat
layeringtocreatethreelayersTopwithafourthlayerof
tspchilipowder tortillasandremaining
cupcheesemixture
12tspcrushedred  Coverandcookonlowforhours
pepperakes
12tspsalt
12tspblackpepper
12cupsshreddedpepper
jackcheese
Chorizo is a spicy sausage. The Mexican variation of chorizo
12cupsshredded uses chile peppers and vinegar to create that spicy zing. If you
cheddarcheese cant nd Mexican chorizo or Spanish chorizo in your grocery
 12-in/cmcorntortillas store, you can use any spicy sausage as a substitute.

Mexican Breakfast Casserole 

Thegreenkaleandredsun-dried Yield !cups
tomatoesprovideastunningvisualappeal ServingSize cup
thatmatchestheboldbrightavorsofthis
friataThecombinationofcheesesadds PrepTime minutes

asharprichness CookTime hours

lb gground

 Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatcookporksausage
porksausage forabouttominutesoruntilbrowned
bunchkaleroughlychopped  Addkaleturnoheatcoverwithalidoraluminumfoiland
into-incmpieces letsitforminutes
 largeeggs  Meanwhileinalargebowlwhiskeggsandmilkuntil
wellcombined
TBmilk
 StirinprovolonecheesemozzarellacheeseParmesan
cupshredded
cheeseandsun-driedtomatoes
provolonecheese
 Stirsausageandkaleintoeggmixtureandpourresulting
12cupshredded
mixtureintoa-to-quart  -to -literslowcooker
mozzarellacheese
 Coverandcookonlowforhours
14cupgratedParmesancheese
12cupsun-driedtomatoes VariationYoucaneasilyswitchupthecheesecombinationsin
roughlychopped thisrecipeTryGruyregoatcheeseandParmesanGoudasharp
cheddarandmozzarellaorprovoloneBrieandgoatcheese

Kale is a tough, bitter leafy green thats chock full of vitamins and nutrients. In this recipe, the leaves
are placed in with the sausage to steam a bit before theyre add to the slow cooker. The steam helps
soften the leaves to make them more palatable in the nished frittata.

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Triple Cheese Sausage and
Kale Frittata

Triple Cheese Sausage and Kale Frittata 

 Denver Omelet

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
TakebreakfastbacktoaColorado
Yield cups
chuckwagonwiththeclassicavors
ofthisomeletThehashbrowncrust ServingSize cup

addsacrunchyllingboomtothe PrepTime minutes

traditionalhampepperandonionlled
hours
cheddaromelet CookTime

mediumrussetpotatopeeled

 Usingthelargestgrateonacheesegratershredrusset
potatoSqueezeoutexcessliquidandplacepotatoesina
largeeggs
-to-quart  -to -literslowcooker
cupmilk
 Inalargebowlwhisktogethereggsandmilkuntil
smallyellowoniondiced wellcombined
largegreenbellpepperribs  Stirinyellowoniongreenbellpepperhamcheddar
andseedsremovedanddiced cheesesaltandblackpepper
cupcookedhamdiced  Pourmixtureintotheslowcooker
cupshreddedcheddarcheese  Coverandcookonlowforhours
14tspsalt
18tspblackpepper

Whats the dierence between omelets, frittatas, and quiches in slow cooking? Arent they all the
same thing? They are all egg-based, but the dierence comes in the ratio of eggs to liquid, which
results in dierent consistencies. In this omelet recipe, theres slightly more than 1 tablespoon milk
per egg. Frittatas have little, if any, added liquid. Quiches are richer and contain the highest amount
of liquid-to-egg ratio.

Denver Omelet 
Inthissavoryquichethefetaand
Yield slices
Parmesancheesescreateasharpbiteto
theeggswithjustahintofgarlicTheslow ServingSize
slice

cookingprocessleavesthequichetender PrepTime minutes

andmoistontheinsidewithathincrisp
tohours
outerlayer CookTime

largeeggs
 Inalargebowlwhisktogethereggsandmilkuntil
wellcombined
cupsmilk
 StirinspinachleavesgarlicfetacheeseParmesan
cupsfreshspinachleaves
cheeseandsalt
looselypacked
 Pourmixturedirectlyintoa-to-quart  -to -liter
clovesgarliccrushed
slowcookerandtopwithmozzarellacheese
34cupcrumbledfetacheese
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
12cupgratedParmesancheese
VariationCreateacrustusingthinlyslicedpotatoes18inch/
14tspsalt
millimetersthickOverlaptheslicesslightlytocovertheboom
14cupshredded andlineinches centimetersupthesidesofthestonewareThe
mozzarellacheese potatoeswillgetniceandcrispyandgiveyouacrunchycrustto
yourquiche

Quiche can be stored and reheated easily. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and reheat
in a microwave on high or in a 350F (180C) oven for about 10 minutes.

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Spinach and Feta Quiche

Spinach and Feta Quiche 

 Ham and Swiss Quiche

 Good-Morning Breakfasts
Dontbefooledbythesimplicityofthis Yield slices
recipeThemildnuytasteofthecheese ServingSize slice
meltsinwiththecreamyeggswhilethe
saltyhambalancesoutthedecadenceof PrepTime minutes

thecustardlikeeggdish CookTime hours

largeeggs
 Inalargebowlwhisktogethereggsandmilkuntil
wellcombined
cupsmilk
 StirinyellowonionhamsteakSwisscheesesaltand
smallyellowoniondiced
blackpepper
cupcookedhamsteakdiced
 Pourmixtureintothea-to-quart  -to -liter
cupshreddedSwisscheese slowcooker
12tspsalt  Coverandcookonlowforhours
14tspblackpepper
VariationHamandSwissisaclassiccombinationbutfeelfreetotry
dierentcombinationsofmeatandcheesewiththisrecipeBacon
andcheddardicedchickenandbluecheesesausageandpepper
jackorpanceaandGruyrearejustafewideas

Ham steak is a cooked slice of whole ham sold in the meat department of many grocery stores. You
can also use leftover ham or thick-sliced deli ham if you like.

Ham and Swiss Quiche 

 Chapter 3

Dips, Snacks,
and More
SlowcookersarentjustlimitedtomealsThey
alsocanbeahandyhelperforpartieswhenyou
preparedishesseveralhoursinadvanceand
letyourslowcookerdotheworkasyouvisit
withyourguestsThefoodcanevensitonwarm
duringthepartyensuringhotfoodforhours

Lowandslowalsoproducessomegreatsnacks
andotherdelightsyoumightbesurprised
tondmadeinaslowcookerHomemade
yogurtandapplesauceforexamplebecomea
simpletask

Inthischapteryouseevaryingsizesofslow
cookerslistedbecausedipsandappetizers
tendtobemadeinsmalleramounts
Thisclassicdipwiththecreamymixof Yield cups
artichokeheartsandspinachisalwaysa ServingSize 14cup
partyfavoriteBasilandgarlicaddsubtle
avoringtoenhancethemildtasteofthe PrepTime minutes

artichokes CookTime !orhours

ozgcreamcheese

 Lightlygreasethestonewareinsertofa-or-quart-to
-literslowcookerwithbuershorteningorvegetableoil
14cupmayonnaise
orusenonstickcookingspray
12cupgratedParmesancheese
 Inalargebowlcombinecreamcheesemayonnaise
clovegarliccrushed Parmesancheesegarlicbasilsaltblackpepperartichoke
12tspdriedbasil heartsspinachand12cupmozzarellacheese

14tspsalt  Spreadmixtureintheslowcookerandtopwithremaining

14cupmozzarellacheese
14tspblackpepper
 Coverandcookonhighfororhours
-oz# gjarartichoke
heartsdrainedand  ServehotwithbreadortortillachipsStoreinanairtight
roughlychopped containerintherefrigerator

 ozgfrozenspinach VariationForaavorboostadd ounces

gramschopped
thawedanddrained sun-driedtomatoeswiththeartichokehearts
34cupshredded
mozzarellacheese

Excess water can make the dip quite runny, so its important to thaw and drain the spinach well.
You can easily thaw frozen spinach in the microwave. Simply heat on high for 1 minute, stir, and
repeat until the spinach is completely thawed. Use your hands to squeeze the spinach, letting all
the water drain out.

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Spinach Artichoke Dip 

 Southwestern Cheesy
Corn Dip

 Dips, Snacks, and More

 Yield cups
Sweetredbellpepperandcornaregiven
ahintofheatwithjalapeointhiscreamy ServingSize 14cup

cornsalsaServedhotasadipitmakesfor PrepTime minutes

afunappetizerwithsouthwesternpizzazz
CookTime !orhours

TBbuermelted

 Lightlygreasethestonewareinsertofa-or-quart-to
-literslowcookerwithbuershorteningorvegetableoil
cupsfrozencorn
orusenonstickcookingspray
kernelsthawed
 Inalargebowlstirtogethermeltedbuercornyellow
12smallyellowoniondiced
onionredbellpeppergreenonionsjalapeogarlic
largeredbellpepperribsand mayonnaiseMontereyjackcheeseandcheddarcheese
seedsremovedanddiced
 Spreadmixtureintheslowcooker
greenonionsgreenparts
 Coverandcookonhighfororhours
onlysliced
jalapeoribsandseeds  ServehotwithtortillachipsorslicedbreadStoreinan
removedandnelydiced airtightcontainerintherefrigerator
clovegarliccrushed
VariationYoucanaddmultiplejalapeostoincreasethespicinessof
14cupmayonnaise thisdiporsubstituteahoerpepperlikeaserrano
12cupshreddedMonterey
jackcheese
12cupshredded
cheddarcheese

Green onions are also known as scallions. They have long, tubular green leaves with a white, edible
base and are sold in bunches. To clean, remove the bands holding the bunch together and discard
any wilted leaves. Using a sharp knife, trim o the stringy roots, and slice the onions about 18 inch
(3 millimeters) thick. Both the green parts and the white parts are edible and can be used. Your recipe
should specify which, but if not, feel free to use both white and green parts.

Southwestern Cheesy Corn Dip 

Thespicykickofbualochickenwings
Yield cups
istransformedintoaconvenientdip
completewithchickenhotsauceand ServingSize 14cup

bluecheesedressingThecreamcheese PrepTime minutes

cheddarandranchdressinggiveacool
hours
richvelvetyfeel CookTime

lbkgbonelessskinless

 Ina-or-quart-to-literslowcookeraddchicken
chickenbreaststrimmed breastsandpour
cupbualowingsauceovertop
12cupsbualowingsauce  Coverandcookonhighforhours
oz gcreamcheese  Useaforktoshredchickenandthendrainanyexcessliquid
fromthestonewareinsert
12cupbluecheesedressing
 Stirincreamcheesebluecheesedressingranchdressing
12cupranchdressing
andcheddarcheese
cupsshredded
 Coverandcookonhighformorehours
cheddarcheese
 Servehotwithtortillachipsslicedbagueescarrotsticks
orcelerysticks

If youre short on time, you can use canned chicken in place of the fresh chicken breasts. Use 2
(10-ounce; 285-gram) cans chicken, drained, to replace the fresh chicken. Skip the precooking in
steps 1 and 2, add the canned chicken to the slow cooker with the cheese and dressings in step 4, and
cook for 2 hours on high.

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Bualo Chicken Dip

Bualo Chicken Dip 

 Chile Con Queso

 Dips, Snacks, and More

 Yield cups
Warmgooeyandwithakickofheatthis
Mexicanbeandipispackedfullofavor ServingSize 12cup

Abowlfulissimpleyetsatisfyingwithbites PrepTime minutes

ofcheesybeansbellpeppersandonion
CookTime hours

-oz# gcanblackbeans

 Lightlygreasethestonewareinsertofa-to-quart-to
drainedandrinsed  -literslowcookerwithbuershorteningorvegetable
oilorusenonstickcookingspray
-oz# gcankidney
beansdrainedandrinsed  Intheslowcookercombineblackbeanskidneybeans
tomatoesgreenchilestomatopasteredbellpeppers
-oz# gcandiced
yellowoniongarlicandchilipowder
tomatoesdrained
 Coverandcookonhighforhours
-oz# gcandicedgreen
chilesdrained  Stirincheddarcheeseandcreamcheese
-oz# gcantomatopaste  Coverandcookonhighfor
morehour
largeredbellpeppersribs  Stirbeforeservinghotwithtortillachips
andseedsremovedanddiced
VariationAddinamincedjalapeoorserranopeppertoincrease
largeyellowoniondiced
thespicelevel
clovesgarliccrushed
TBchilipowder
12cupsshredded
cheddarcheese
ozgcreamcheese

Chile con queso translates to chile with cheese. The dish originates in northern Mexico and has
made its way into the heart of Tex-Mex cuisine. Its most often eaten as a dip, but it also can be used
as a condiment for quesadillas, tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. This particular recipe is quite hearty,
thanks to the vegetables and beans, making it almost a meal unto itself.

Chile Con Queso 

 Yield cups
Sweetroastedredbellpeppersarethe
starofthiscreamydipParmesancheese ServingSize 14cup

addsaslightsharpnessandpaprika PrepTime minutes

enhancestheavorsofthebellpeppers
CookTime !orhours

-oz# gjarsroasted

 Lightlygreasethestonewareinsertofa-or-quart-to
redbellpeppersdrainedand -literslowcookerwithbuershorteningorvegetableoil
roughlychopped orusenonstickcookingspray
12cupshredded  Thoroughlydrainredbellpeppersandplaceinthe
Parmesancheese slowcooker
cupshredded  StirinParmesancheesemozzarellacheesecreamcheese
mozzarellacheese paprikaandgarlic
ozgcreamcheese  Coverandcookonhighfororhours
tspgroundpaprika  Servehotwithbreadortortillachips
clovesgarlicpeeled
andcrushed

Paprika is created by grinding red bell peppers and chile peppers, making it the perfect addition to
dishes focused on red bell peppers. You might think paprika doesnt taste particularly good on its
own, but adding it to recipes helps bring out the natural sweet and slightly spicy avors of the bell
peppers. Many grocery stores sell paprika labeled as simply paprika or ground paprika. You might
also be able to nd sweet paprika or smoked paprika. The dierences come from the preparation
of the peppers and result in subtle variations in intensity and sweetness.

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Roasted Red Pepper Dip 

 Baba Ghanoush

 Dips, Snacks, and More

 ThisMiddleEasterndishcombinesthe
Yield !cups
creamytextureofeggplantthesweet
avorsofroastedgarlicandthenuy ServingSize 14cup

avorssesameseedsinthetahinipaste PrepTime minutes

Lemonjuiceaddsatangybrightnessto
!orhours
thisavorfuldiporspread CookTime

largeeggplant
 UsingaforkpierceoutsideofeggplantCreateatleast
adozenmarksspreadoutacrossentireeggplantPlace
headgarlic
eggplantina-to-quart-to  -literslowcooker
TBoliveoil
 CutpointedendoheadofgarlicexposingclovesDrizzle
Juiceofmediumlemon witholiveoilandwrapinaluminumfoilPlacewrapped
14cuptahinipaste garlicintheslowcooker

12tspsalt  Coverandcookonhighfororhours

TBfreshparsleychopped  RemoveeggplantandgarlicfromtheslowcookerCut

eggplantinhalflengthwiseandusealargespoontoscoop
outeshandplaceinthebowlofafoodprocessored
withanSbladeorablender
 Gentlysqueezegarlicclovesoutoftheirpeelsandintothe
foodprocessororblender
 Addlemonjuicetahinipasteandsaltandpureforabout

minuteoruntilsmooth
 Refrigerateforhours
 Sprinklewithparsleyandservecoldwithpitachipsor
pitabread

VariationForaMediterraneantwistadd14cupchoppedsun-dried
The garlic in this recipe is roasted
tomatoesor14cupchoppedblackolivesOrforanEgyptianversion
whole. You can use this same
add
dicedmediumtomato12cupdicedwhiteonion12teaspoon
method to roast multiple heads of
cuminand12teaspoonchilipowder
garlic to bring out the sweetness. To
substitute roasted garlic in a recipe
that calls for raw, double or triple
the amount of garlic called for and
replace it with roasted.

Baba Ghanoush 
 Yield cup
Herepiecesofheartybreadorcrisp ServingSize 14cup
vegetablesaredunkedinmeltedcheese
foranooey-gooeyculinaryexperience PrepTime minutes

CookTime 12to!hours

14cupshredded
 Ina
-or-quart
-to-literslowcookerstirtogether
cheddarcheese cheddarcheeseSwisscheesegoatcheesewhitewine
andnutmeg
14cupshreddedSwisscheese
 Coverandcookonlowfor
12tohoursoruntilcheeses
oz gplaingoatcheese
aremelted
14cupwhitewine
 Immediatelyreduceheattowarmandkeeponwarmwhile
18tspgroundnutmeg servingwithdippingitemssuchasbreadorvegetables

VariationAnymeltingcheeseworksinthisrecipeFeelfree
tosubstitute14cupeachofthreeofyourfavoritecheeseswith
14cupliquid

Alcohol does not burn o in slow cooking, so if you need a kid-friendly or alcohol-free version of this
dish, a great substitute for the white wine here, or in almost any other recipe, is grape or apple juice.

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Cheese Fondue

Cheese Fondue 
 Homemade Yogurt

 Dips, Snacks, and More

 Yield cups
Makingyourownyogurtiseasyinaslow
cookerEnjoythecreamygoodnessof ServingSize 12cup

homemadeyogurtandhavefuncreating PrepTime minutes

yourownavoredversions!
CookTime hours

cupswholemilk

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookeradd
wholemilk
12cupplainyogurtwith
livecultures  Coverandcookonhighfor
hour
 Unplugtheslowcookerandletsitcoveredforminutes
 Stirinyogurt
 Coverwraptheentireslowcookerinalargebathorbeach
towelandletsitundisturbedforto
hours
 Removetowelandeitherrefrigerateyogurtasisorstrain
yogurtthroughcheeseclothtoremovewhey
 Storeinanairtightcontainerintherefrigerator

VariationForHomemadeVanillaYogurtstirin14cupsugarhoney
oranothersweetenerandteaspoonsvanillaextractYoualsocan
addmashedfruitsfordierentavoredfruityogurt

Yogurt is a fermented milk product. The milk is rst heated to about 180F (80C) to kill any bacteria
already in the milk and then cooled to introduce the bacteria that will ferment into yogurt.
Using a store-bought yogurt is the simplest way to gain a starter. Check the ingredient list before you
buy to ensure the yogurt contains live cultures. Those cultures are your starter. For future batches,
simply save 12 cup to use as a starter. You can use the last 12 cup left over or store the starter
separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Homemade yogurt will stay good for about a
month when stored this way.
Homemade yogurt is runnier than store-bought varieties. This extra liquid is called whey. You can
strain the yogurt through cheesecloth to remove some of the whey. Greek yogurt is strained multiple
times to maximize the whey removal. Thats why its so thick.

Homemade Yogurt 
 Yield cups
Traditionalapplesauceisgivenarich
darkcolorandavorwiththeadditions ServingSize 12cup

ofcinnamonandbrownsugarfora PrepTime minutes

delectablysweetspicedapplepure
CookTime hours

lbkgapplespeeled

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerlayer
coredandsliced appleslices
12cupapplejuice  Pourinapplejuiceandstirinbrownsugarcinnamoncloves
andnutmeg
12cupbrownsugar
rmlypacked  Coverandcookonlowforhours
TBgroundcinnamon  Usingapotatomashermashanyremainingapplechunksfor
achunky-styleapplesauceortransfertoablenderorafood
12tspgroundcloves
processoredwithanSbladetopureuntilsmooth
12tspgroundnutmeg
VariationForaplainsugar-freeapplesaucesubstitutewaterforthe
applejuiceandomitthebrownsugarandspices

An apple peeler/corer/slicer makes prepping apples quick and easy. If you dont have one, you can
use a vegetable peeler to peel the apples and then core and slice them using a knife.

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Old-Fashioned Cinnamon
Brown Sugar Applesauce

Old-Fashioned Cinnamon Brown Sugar Applesauce 

Ultimate Cranberry Sauce

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Inthisdeliciousanddelightfulcranberry Yield !cups
saucethesweetnessofthesugars
ServingSize 14cup
combineswiththetartnessofthe
cranberriestoproduceasaucewithzing PrepTime minutes
Theorangejuiceprovidesapunchof
CookTime !hours
citrustobalanceitout

cupsfreshcranberries

 Ina-to-quart-to-literslowcookercombine
cranberriesorangejuicebrownsugarandgranulatedsugar
12cuporangejuice
 Coverandcookonhighforhours
12cupbrownsugar
rmlypacked  Transfercranberrysaucetoablenderorafoodprocessor
edwithanSbladeandpureuntilsmooth
12cupgranulatedsugar
 ServehotorcoldStoreinanairtightcontainerinthe
refrigerator

VariationForaspicytwistontheclassicsweetcranberrysauce
add
jalapeoribsandseedsremovedanddicedOraddcups
raspberriesforadoubleberrysauce

Fresh, homemade cranberry sauce can be served as a sauce on turkey, ham, chicken, or even beef.
Cranberries are harvested during the fall months in North America. From September to November,
the elds are ooded, and special harvesters knock the berries loose. The cranberries then oat to the
top of the water and are skimmed or pumped out. Fresh cranberries should be rm or hard. If you nd
any soft ones in the batch, discard them.

Ultimate Cranberry Sauce 

Enjoythesweetberrygoodnessofyour
Yield cups
ownfreshhomemadestrawberryjam
Spreaditontoastandbagelsoruseit ServingSize !tablespoons

tocreateyourlunchtimepeanutbuer PrepTime minutes

andjellysandwichHomemadejamisan
tohours
absolutetreat CookTime

lbkgfreshstrawberries

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookeradd
hulledandsliced strawberrieslemonjuicesugarandpectin
TBlemonjuice  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
cupssugar  Usingapotatomashermashstrawberriesforachunkyjam
Ortransferinbatchestoablenderorafoodprocessored
12TBpectin
withanSbladetopureforasmoothjam
 Storeinanairtightcontainerintherefrigeratorforup
to
month

VariationForHomemadeApricotJamusepoundskilograms
apricotspiedpeeledandsliced14cuplemonjuicecupssugar
and12tablespoonspectinForHomemadePeachJamuse
poundskilogramspeachespeeled14cuplemonjuicecups
sugarand12tablespoonspectinForHomemadeBlackberryJam
usecupsblackberriestablespoonslemonjuice cupssugar
and12tablespoonspectinForHomemadeRaspberryJamuse
cupsraspberriestablespoonslemonjuice cupssugarand
12tablespoonspectin

Pectin is a natural thickening agent. You can nd it in almost any grocery store in the baking or
canning aisle. Old-fashioned jam recipes did not include pectin, and they were much thinner as a
result. Modern jams are more easy to spread due to the thickening power of pectin.
For future use, you can freeze the jam in resealable plastic freezer bags and store for up to 6 to 9
months. Or can the jam using traditional pressure canning methods.

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Homemade Strawberry Jam

Homemade Strawberry Jam 

 Apple-Pumpkin Butter

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Inthissweetspicedandcondensed Yield cups
buertheapplesandpumpkinsreduce ServingSize !tablespoons
andtheavorsconcentratetoproduce
apowerfulavorcombinationcomplete PrepTime minutes

withcinnamonclovesnutmegandginger CookTime hours

lbkgapplespeeled

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookeraddapple
coredandsliced slicesandpumpkinpure
cupspumpkinpure  Pourinapplejuicelemonjuiceandsugarandseasonwith
cinnamonclovesnutmegandgingerStirwelltocombine
14cupapplejuice
 Coverandcookonlowforhours
Juiceofmediumlemon
 Transferapple-pumpkinbuertoablenderorafood
cupsugar
processoredwithanSbladeandpurefor
minute
TBgroundcinnamon oruntilsmoothOruseanimmersionblendertopurethe
tspgroundcloves apple-pumpkinintheslowcooker

tspgroundnutmeg  Storeinanairtightcontainerintherefrigeratorforup

to
month
tspgroundginger
VariationReplacethepumpkinpurewithcupsdriedgsstems
removedforanApple-FigBuer

This butter is terric for use on toast, pancakes, sandwiches, or even as a sweet glaze for meats.
Dierent varieties of apples produce slightly dierent results. Granny Smith or other tart varieties
give a more acidic bite, while sweeter varieties like Red Delicious produce a more sugary butter.
The choice is up to you.
If youre cooking ahead, you can freeze the butter in resealable plastic freezer bags and store for up to
6 to 9 months. Or can the butter using traditional pressure canning methods.

Apple-Pumpkin Butter 
Replacethatcommerciallyprepared Yield !cups
boledketchupwithyourownhomemade ServingSize cup
versionusingthissimplerecipeYoullbe
pleasantlysurprisebytheboldavorsthat PrepTime minutes

turnketchupintoawholenewexperience CookTime hours

lbkgromatomatoes

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookeraddroma
coredanddiced tomatoesandyellowonion
smallyellowoniondiced  Pourinapplecidervinegarandstirinbrownsugarsalt
drymustardpowdercrushedredpepperakescinnamon
23cupapplecidervinegar
allspicenutmeggingerandcloves
14cupbrownsugar
 Coverandcookonlowforhours
rmlypacked
 Transferketchuptoablenderorafoodprocessoredwith
tspsalt
anSbladeinbatchesandpure
12tspdrymustardpowder
 Strainketchupthroughanemeshstrainertoremovethe
12tspcrushedred excessliquid
pepperakes
 Storeinaplasticstoragecontainerorglasscanningjarinthe
14tspgroundcinnamon refrigeratorforupto
month
14tspgroundallspice
VariationForanAsianversionreplacetheapplecidervinegarwith
14tspgroundnutmeg ricewinevinegarandadd
tablespoonsoysauceand12teaspoon
14tspgroundginger sesameseeds

18tspgroundcloves

For a smoother-textured ketchup, you can remove the tomato skins before you dice them. An easy
way to peel tomatoes is to bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add tomatoes and blanch
for 30 to 60 seconds. Use tongs to remove tomatoes and immediately plunge them into a large bowl
lled with ice and water. Youll see the skins crack and start to peel. Then, just use your ngers to pull
away the skin and peel the tomato.

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Homemade Ketchup

Homemade Ketchup 
 Tomato-Bacon Chutney

 Dips, Snacks, and More

Thischutneypacksapowerfulpunchof Yield cups
avorthankstothesmokybaconacidic ServingSize 14cup
tomatoesandthewoodyevergreenscent
ofrosemaryYourtastebudswilllovethe PrepTime !minutes

complexavorsofthistastytreat CookTime 12tohours

12lb gbacon

 Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatcookbaconipping
slicedanddiced everysecondsfor
to
minutesoruntilcrispyDrain
onapapertowelcoveredplate
largeyellowonionsdiced
 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookercombine
clovesgarlicpeeled
baconyellowonionsgarlicapplecidervinegarbrown
andminced
sugarhoneytomatoespaprikarosemarysaltand
12cupapplecidervinegar blackpepper
12cupbrownsugar  Coverandcookonhighfor12tohours
rmlypacked
 ServeaseitherahotorcoldcondimentStoreinanairtight
14cuphoney containerintherefrigeratorforuptoweeks
-oz# gcansdiced
tomatoesdrained
tspgroundpaprika
tspdriedrosemary
14tspsalt
14tspblackpepper

Measuring honey can get a bit sticky. Spray your measuring cup with nonstick cooking spray before
measuring the honey. This helps the honey pour right out.

Tomato-Bacon Chutney 
 Chapter 4

Warming Soups,
Stews, and
Chilies
Lowandslowistheperfectwaytocooksoupsstews
andchiliesInsteadoftendingapotoverahotstove
forwhatcansometimesbehourstheslowcooker
doestheworkforyoumakingittheperfecttoolfor
creatingcomplexavorsandtendermeatsinsoups
stewsandchilies
Ahotbowloftomatosoupistheperfect Yield cups
comfortfoodonacoldorrainyday ServingSize cup
Sweetacidictomatoesareclassically
pairedwithbasilandgarlicinthiswarm PrepTime minutes

satisfyingsoup CookTime tohours

lbkgromatomatoes

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplaceroma
coredanddiced tomatoesyellowonioncarrotscelerygarlicbasilsaltand
blackpepper
mediumyellowoniondiced
 Pourinchickenbroth
mediumcarrots
peeledanddiced  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
mediumceleryribssliced  Transfersoupinbatchestoablenderorafoodprocessor
edwithanSbladeandpurefor
orminutesor
clovesgarlicminced
untilsmooth
tspdriedbasil
 Stirinheavycreambeforeserving
12tspsalt
VariationAdd
teaspooncrushedredpepperakesforaspicy
14tspblackpepper
tomatosoup
cupschickenbroth
cupheavycream

Be careful when transferring soup to a blender or a food processor. Overlling a blender especially
can lead to soup explosions, so avoid lling it more than half full. Also watch for pressure buildup
when you put on the lid. Slow cooker soups are not at boiling temperature, but the steam they emit
could still build up pressure in the blender, creating a vacuum eect. Pressure buildup could lead to
heat explosions, so be sure you ventilate or cool your soup before pureing it. Place the top on loosely,
and cover it with a kitchen towel to stay on the safe side. You also can use an immersion blender. This
handheld stick blender enables you to pure soup right in the pot. No transferring required!

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Tomato Bisque

Tomato Bisque 
 Zuppa Toscana
(Tuscan Soup)

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

 Yield !cups
Thetime-honoredpairingofsausageand
potatoescreatesacreamybrothcomplete ServingSize !cups

withkaleSpicyhotsausagegivesthe PrepTime minutes

soupakickofbothheatandavor
CookTime tohours

russetpotatoespeeledand

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplace
cutinto-incmchunks russetpotatoes
mediumyellowonion  Addyellowonionpourinchickenbrothandstiringarlic
peeledanddiced andsaltPlacehotsausageontopofsoup
cupschickenbroth  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
clovesgarlicminced  Duringthelasthourofcookingremovesausagefromthe
slowcookersliceitandreturnittotheslowcooker
tspsalt
 Stirinkaleandheavycream
lb ghotsausage
incasings  Coverandcontinuetocook
hour
cupschoppedkaleleaves
VariationYoucanusegroundsausageinplaceofwholesausage
looselypacked
Brownthegroundsausageinalargeskilletovermedium-highheatfor
cupheavycream tominutesoruntilcompletelybrownedDraintheexcessfatand
addthesausagetotheslowcookerwiththepotatoesandonion

Kale is a tougher leafy green that holds up really well in soups and especially in slow cooking, whereas
some other leafy greens like spinach wilt quickly. You add the kale during the last hour of cooking to
give it time to soften a bit. If you want to be able to eat the soup right away, use fresh spinach leaves
instead, which will wilt immediately upon being stirred into the soup.
You can add the heavy cream at the same time without any further cooking.

Zuppa Toscana (Tuscan Soup) 

 Yield !cups
Broccoliisthestarofthisrichandcreamy ServingSize !cups
soupthatsloadedwithchunksoffresh
broccoliandgooeycheddarcheese PrepTime minutes

CookTime orhours

medium-lb# gbunches

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplace
broccolicutintooretscups broccoliyellowonionandgarlic
mediumyellowoniondiced  Pourinhalf-and-halfandmilkandstirinsalt
clovesgarlicminced  Coverandcookonlowfororhours
cupshalf-and-half  Beforeservingstirincheddarcheeseuntilmelted
cupsmilk
VariationAddcookedandcrumbledbaconwhenreadytoservefor
12tspsalt asmokyavoraddition
cupsshredded
cheddarcheese

This soup has a much shorter cooking time than most soups in this chapter. The broccoli cooks rather
quickly and will end up mushy if overcooked. This short cooking time allows for the use of milk and
half-and-half, which can curdle if cooked at a too-high heat.
For a more developed avor, saut the onions in 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high
heat for 5 to 7 minutes before adding them into the slow cooker.

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Creamy Broccoli
CheeseSoup

Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup 

 Spiced Butternut
Squash Soup

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

 Yield cups
Classicfallavorsofcinnamonnutmeg
andgingergetablastofheatwithcrushed ServingSize cup

redpepperakesinthiscreamysweet PrepTime minutes

andspicysoup
CookTime tohours

12lbkgbuernut

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplace
squashpeeled buernutsquashyellowonionsaltcinnamonnutmeg
seededandcubed gingerandcrushedredpepperakes
mediumyellowoniondiced  Pourinchickenbrothandstirtocombine
tspsalt  Coverandcookonlowfortohoursoruntilbuernut
squashistender
12tspgroundcinnamon
 Transferinbatchestoablenderorafoodprocessored
14tspgroundnutmeg
withanSbladeandpureuntilsmooth
14tspgroundginger
 Stirinheavycreambeforeserving
14tspcrushedred
pepperakes
cupschickenbroth
cupheavycream

You can use this recipe as a base for other winter squashes quite easily. Simply replace the butternut
squash with a similar-size pumpkin, acorn squash, or kabocha squash. Each variation of squash
produces a slightly dierent avor, but all work well with the spicing of the soup. The only common
winter squash to avoid in this recipe is spaghetti squash. Its far too stringy to work well in a soup.

Spiced Butternut Squash Soup 

Tenderorangesweetpotatoesare
Yield !cups
thehighlightofthisbrightandavorful
vegetarianchiliCinnamoncomplements ServingSize !cups

thesweetnessofthesweetpotatoeswhile PrepTime minutes

cayenneprovidessomeheatforaperfect
tohours
balancebetweensweetandsavory CookTime

mediumsweetpotatoes

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplace
peeledandcubed sweetpotatoeswhiteonioncelerytomatoesgarlicand
blackbeans
mediumwhiteoniondiced
 Seasonwithpaprikamustardbasilsaltcinnamon
mediumcelerystalkssliced
andcayenne
largetomatoesdiced
 Pourinvegetablebrothandsoysauceandstirtocombine
clovesgarliccrushed
 Tuckbayleafdownintoliquid
-oz# gcanblackbeans
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
drainedandrinsed
 Removebayleafbeforeserving
tsppaprika
tspgroundmustard
tspdriedbasil
tspsalt The terms sweet potato and yam are often
erroneously used synonymously in the United
14tspgroundcinnamon States. It can be quite confusing when you spot
14tspcayenne sweet potatoes and yams next to each other in
the produce section with two visually dierent
cupsvegetablebroth
tubers. Theyre actually two dierent kinds of
12TBsoysauce sweet potatoes. One has a golden skin and cream-
bayleaf colored esh, and the other has a copper skin with
bright orange esh. The latter is often referred to
as a yam to distinguish between the two varieties.
Actual yams have a dark, rough skin with red
or purple esh and are dicult to nd in many
grocery stores because theyre native to Africa and
Asia, and the demand for exportation is often low.

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Vegetarian Sweet
PotatoChili

Vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili 

 Chicken Taco Soup

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

 Yield !cups
Loadedwithbeanstomatoesonionsand
chilesthissoupcontainseverythingataco ServingSize !cups

hastooerallinaconvenienthearty PrepTime minutes

llingsoup
CookTime tohours

lbkgbonelessskinless

 Trimchickenofallfatandcutinto
-inch -centimeter
chickenbreasts cubesTransferchickentoa-to-quart  -to -liter
slowcooker
mediumyellowoniondiced
 Addyellowoniongarliccornpintobeanskidneybeans
clovesgarliccrushed
tomatoesgreenchilespaprikasaltchilipowderoregano
cupfrozencorn cuminandcrushedredpepperakes
kernelsthawed
 Pourinchickenbrothandstirtocombine
-oz# gcanpintobeans
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
drainedandrinsed
 Stirinlimejuicebeforeserving
-oz# gcankidney
beansdrainedandrinsed
VariationForBeefTacoSoupsubstitutepounds
kilogram
-oz# gcansdiced groundbeefinplaceofthechickenBrownthemeatinaskilletover
tomatoeswithjuice mediumheatfor tominutesbreakingupchunkswithaspoon
anddrainoanyexcessfatbeforeaddingthebeeftotheslowcooker
-oz# gcansdicedgreen
instep

chileswithliquid
tsppaprika
12tspsalt
tspchilipowder Toppings arent necessary with this soup, but a dollop of sour
tspdriedoregano cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh green
onions or cilantro provide an extra layer of avor to this soup.
tspgroundcumin
Before using canned beans in a recipe, drain and rinse them
12tspcrushedred unless youre otherwise directed in the recipe. Beans are
pepperakes canned in a thick, starchy liquid that can discolor your nished
cupschickenbroth dish. The liquid also contains sodium, which may lead to an
overly salty recipe.
Juiceofmediumlime

Chicken Taco Soup 

 Yield cups
Thissimplebroth-basedversionofthe
classiccomfortsoupcombinesthemild ServingSize cup

sweetnessofleekswiththesoothing PrepTime minutes

avorsofchickenbrothandpotatoes
CookTime tohours

leekshalvedandsliced

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplaceleeks
redpotatoesandbuer
mediumredpotatoesdiced
 Pourinchickenbrothandstirinsalt
14cupbuer
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
cupschickenbroth
tspsalt VariationBeforeservingadd
cupheavywhippingcreamfora
creamysoupbaseServechunkyorpureinablenderorafood
processoredwithanSbladeforasmoothsoup

Leeks are a member of the onion family and have a mild but distinct avor. The leeks white stem is
the edible part.
Leeks easily hang on to the soil theyre grown in, so be sure to clean them well before adding them to
your recipe. Trim o the stringy roots and long green leaves, slice the leeks lengthwise, and rinse out
any dirt or debris that might be inside any of the layers.

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Winter Leek and
PotatoSoup

Winter Leek and Potato Soup 

 Russian Red Borscht

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Thishotbeetsoupistangyandsourand Yield !cups
packedwithvegetablesKnownforits ServingSize !cups
bolddeepredcolorthisborschtisjustas
boldinitsavorCarawayanddillprovide PrepTime minutes

afamiliaryetexoticavorcombination CookTime tohours

mediumfreshbeetstops

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplace
removedpeeledanddiced beetsrussetpotatoesyellowonioncarrotskidneybeans
andgarlic
mediumrussetpotatoes
peeledanddiced  Sprinklebrownsugarsaltdillweedcarawayseedsand
blackpepperovervegetables
mediumyellowoniondiced
 Pourinapplecidervinegarandbeefbroth
mediumcarrots
peeledanddiced  Tuckbayleafdownintoliquid
-oz# gcankidney  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
beansdrainedandrinsed
 Addcabbageduringthelasthourofcooking
clovesgarlicminced
 Removebayleafandstirinlemonjuicejustbeforeserving
TBbrownsugarrmlypacked
VariationForasmoothborschttransferthesoupinbatchestoa
12tspsalt
blenderorafoodprocessoredwithanSbladetopure
tspdrieddillweed
12tspcarawayseeds
14tspblackpepper
14cupapplecidervinegar
cupsbeefbroth
bayleaf
cupsshreddedcabbage
Juiceofmediumlemon Borscht is a classic Eastern European soup known for its deep
red color. Its often served topped with a dollop of sour cream
and garnished with fresh dill or parsley.

Russian Red Borscht 

 Yield !cups
Thiscreamychowderisrefreshinglylight
yetllingSweetcorncombineswithmild ServingSize !cups

potatoesandceleryandsharponionfora PrepTime minutes

warmcomfortingcreamysoup
CookTime 12to12hours

cupsfrozencorn

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplacecorn
kernelsthawed russetpotatoesyellowonionandcelery
mediumrussetpotatoes  Sprinklesugarandsaltovervegetables
peeledandcutinto-in
 Pourinchickenbroth
cmpieces
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
mediumyellowoniondiced
 Pourinhalf-and-halfincreaseheattohighandcookfor
mediumstalkscelerysliced
moreminutes
TBsugar
VariationForameatyChickenCornChowderaddpounds
tspsalt

kilogrambonelessskinlesschickenbreasttrimmedandcutinto
cupschickenbroth
-inch -centimetercubesatthesametimeasthecornpotatoes
onionandcelery
cupshalf-and-half

You can use fresh, canned, or frozen corn in this recipe. If you opt for fresh, 1 ear of corn yields
approximately 12 cup corn kernels. Simply shuck the corn and run a sharp knife between the
kernels and the cob from one end to another to remove the kernels. If you opt for canned corn, use a
16-ounce (450-gram) can. Drain the liquid from the can before using the corn in a recipe.

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Comfort Corn Chowder

Comfort Corn Chowder 

Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

 Yield !cups
Tenderchunksofbeefslowlysimmerwith
potatoescarrotsandceleryinthisthick ServingSize !cups

andheartystewPearlonionsandherbs PrepTime minutes

addtothedepthofavor
CookTime tohours

TBvegetableoil

 Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatheatvegetableoil
lbkgbeefstew Addbeefstewmeatandsearforaboutminutesperside
meatcubed  Dustmeatwithcornstarchandcookfor
minutetosear
TBcornstarch cornstarchtomeatTransfermeattoa-to-quart  -to
mediumredpotatoes  -literslowcooker
cutinto-incmchunks  Addredpotatoespearlonionscarrotsceleryandgarlicto
lb gpearlorboiling theslowcookerandseasonwithsaltsugarblackpepper
onionspeeled rosemaryparsleypaprikaoreganobasilandallspice
mediumcarrotspeeled  PourinbeefbrothandWorcestershiresauceandstirbriey
andsliced tocombine
mediumstalkscelerysliced
 Tuckbayleafdownintoliquid
clovesgarlicminced
 Coverandcookonlowforto
hours
tspsalt
 Removebayleafbeforeserving
tspsugar
12tspblackpepper VariationIfyoucan'tndpearlonionsyoucanuse
mediumyellow
12tspdriedrosemary orwhiteonionpeeledanddiced
12tspdriedparsley
12tsppaprika
14tspdriedoregano
Cornstarch is often used as a thickening agent in soups and
14tspdriedbasil stews. But you cant just dump the cornstarch into a liquid, or
14tspgroundallspice youll end up with clumps of cornstarch oating around in your
cupsbeefbroth soup. Instead, the cornstarch or other thickening agent needs
to bond with some sort of fat. In this recipe, the cornstarch
TBWorcestershiresauce
bonds with both the meat and the olive oil. This allows it to
bayleaf spread evenly throughout the soup and thicken the liquid as it
cooks. Flour is another common thickening agent.

Old-Fashioned Beef Stew 

Inthisrichandheartystewtender Yield !cups
slow-simmeredporkcombineswith ServingSize !cups
theMexicanavorinuencesofcumin
garlicandgreenchileCayenneoersa PrepTime minutes

spicykick CookTime tohours

mediumrussetpotatoes

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerlayer
peeledandcutinto-in russetpotatoescarrotsandyellowonionTopwithtomato
cmcubes andgarlic
mediumcarrots  Placeporkloinroastontopofvegetables
peeledanddiced
 Seasonwithsaltoreganocuminblackpepperand
mediumyellowoniondiced cayenneandaddbayleaf
largetomatodiced  Pourchickenbrothovermeatandvegetables
clovesgarliccrushed  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
lbkgbonelessporkloin  Removebayleafandstiringreenchilesbeforeserving
roasttrimmedandcutinto-in
cmcubes
12tspsalt
tspdriedoregano
tspgroundcumin
12tspblackpepper
12tspcayenne
bayleaf
cupschickenbroth The canned green chiles are added at the end of
 -oz#gcanwhole this recipe so they maintain their avor. Because
greenchilesdrainedand canned green chiles are already cooked in the
roughlychopped canning process, additional long, slow cooking
dilutes the avor. This stew highlights the green
chiles, so you want to add them at the end so
they provide the most avor.

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Green Chile Pork Stew

Green Chile Pork Stew 

 Texas-Style Beef Chili

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Texaswouldbeproudofthisno-bean Yield !cups
chiliinwhichmeatytenderbeefisthe ServingSize !cups
starPerfectlyspicedwithabalanceof
heatandavorthischiliisaheartylling PrepTime minutes

cowboy-stylemeal CookTime hours

lbkgbeefchuckroast

 Inalargeskilletoverhighheatsearbeefchuckroastcubes
trimmedoffatandcutinto12- onallsidesforaboutsecondspersideTransferbeefto
incmcubes a-to-quart  -to -literslowcooker
mediumyellowoniondiced  Addyellowonionredbellpepperscelerydicedtomatoes
withjuicegreenchileswithliquidandtomatopastetothe
largeredbellpeppersribs
slowcooker
andseedsremovedanddiced
 Seasonwithchilipowdercuminpaprikaonionpowder
mediumstalkscelerysliced
garlicpowderandsaltandstirtocombine
-oz# gcandiced
 PourinbeefbrothandWorcestershiresauce
tomatoeswithjuice
 Coverandcookonlowforto
hours
-oz# gcandicedgreen
chileswithliquid  Stirinlimejuicebeforeserving
TBtomatopaste
TBchilipowder
tspcumin
tsppaprika
tsponionpowder
tspgarlicpowder
tspsalt
cupbeefbroth
TBWorcestershiresauce This chili tastes amazing just the way it is, but you also can add
toppings for even more avor. Shredded cheddar cheese, sour
Juiceofmediumlime cream, and chopped fresh cilantro are ideal atop this Texas-
style chili.

Texas-Style Beef Chili 

 Yield !cups
Tangypineappleandsweetapplejuice ServingSize !cups
combinewithsavoryavorsandspicein
thisbeautifullybalancedsweetporkchili PrepTime minutes

CookTime tohours

lbkgporkroasttrimmed

 Ina-to-quart  -to -literslowcookerplacepork
andcutinto-incmcubes roastyellowbellpepperpineappleblackbeanscorn
mediumyellowbell tomatopastetomatoesgreenonionsandgarlic
pepperstemribsandseeds  Sprinklebrownsugarpaprikasaltblackpepperchili
removedanddiced powderandcinnamonintheslowcookerandstir
cupscubedfreshpineapple tocombine
-oz# gcanblackbeans  Pourinapplejuiceandapplecidervinegar
drainedandrinsed  Coverandcookonlowforto
hours
cupsfrozencorn
kernelsthawed
-oz# gcantomatopaste
mediumtomatoesdiced
bunchgreenonions
slicedcup
clovesgarlicminced
An average-size pineapple yields about 3 cups
TBbrownsugar cubes. To cut a fresh pineapple, lay it on its side and
TBpaprika slice o the top green leaves and the bottom end.
tspsalt Stand the pineapple upright, and carefully slice o
the outer skin. Remove any eyes that remain, too.
12tspblackpepper
Most commercially sold pineapples have a core
12tspchilipowder thats pithy and tough. Freshly picked pineapple
14tspgroundcinnamon might not have this core. Use your nger or a butter
14cupsapplejuice knife to feel where the soft esh turns tough on the
top end of the pineapple. Run a butter knife around
TBapplecidervinegar this to mark the core. Then use a sharp knife to slice
o the soft esh, leaving the core behind to discard.

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

Slow Braised Sweet
PorkChili

Slow Braised Sweet Pork Chili 

 Indian-Style Spiced Chili

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

ThespicyavorsofIndiameetAmerican
Yield cups
chiliinthisunusualanddelightfultwist
onstandardchiliGarammasalaand ServingSize cups

cinnamonyieldanexoticavorwhile PrepTime minutes

heavycreamaddsanunusualcreamy
tohours
elementyourtastebudswilllove CookTime

lb
kgbonelessskinless  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
chickenbreastscutinto
-in placechickenchickpeaskidneybeansyellowonion
cmcubes andjalapeo


-ozgcanchickpeas  Stirinpaprikagarammasalacumincinnamonsaltand
drainedandrinsed turmericpowder


-ozgcankidney  Pourintomatosauceandchickenbroth
beansdrainedandrinsed
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours

mediumyellowoniondiced
 Stirinwhippingcreamjustbeforeserving

jalapeostemremoved
andminced
tsppaprika
tspgarammasala

tspgroundcumin
12tspgroundcinnamon
12tspsalt
18tspturmericpowder

 -ozgcantomatosauce

cupchickenbroth Garam masala is an Indian spice blend of cumin, coriander,

cupwhippingcream cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. The

whole spices are toasted and ground into a distinctly avorful
mixture. You can nd garam masala in the spice section of most
grocery stores.

Indian-Style Spiced Chili 

Inthisrichwhitecreamychilichicken
Yield cups
whitecannellinibeansandgreenchiles
areslowlysimmeredthickenedwith ServingSize cups

creamcheeseandsplashedwithheavy PrepTime minutes

creambeforeservingLimejuiceaddsa
hours
zipofacidity CookTime

lb
kgchickenbreast  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
trimmedandcutinto
-in chickencannellinibeansgreenchileswithliquidyellow
cmcubes onionjalapeoandgarlic

-ozgcanscannellini  Seasonwithcuminsaltcorianderandchilipowderandstir
beansdrainedandrinsed tocombine
 -oz

gcansdicedgreen  Pourinchickenbroth
chileswithliquid
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours

mediumyellowoniondiced
 Whenjustaboutreadytoservestirinheavywhipping

jalapeostemremoved creamandcreamcheeseuntilcreamcheesemelts

andminced
 Stirinlimejuiceimmediatelybeforeserving
clovesgarlicminced

TBgroundcumin

12tspsalt

12tspgroundcoriander

tspchilipowder
cupschickenbroth
Successfully melting cream cheese into a soup or

cupheavywhippingcream chili requires two elements: the cheese needs to

oz gcream be cut into cubes, and the soup needs to be stirred
cheesecubed continuously until the cheese is completely melted.
Simply letting the chili sit and then try to stir the
Juiceofmediumlimes cream cheese until its smooth doesnt work and
results in a lumpy chili. Small pieces and constant
movement enable the soft cheese to more easily
incorporate with the other liquids.

 Warming Soups, Stews, and Chilies

White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili 

 Chapter 5

Super
Sandwiches
Ifyoulikeshreddedmeatsandwichestheslow
cookeristheperfecttoolforyouItsahassle-freeway
tomaketendermeatysandwichesEvenbeeritsa
greathelperwhenyouwanttoservehotsandwiches
toacrowd

Onenotebeforewebeginmeatweightsvaryandthe
amountslistedintherecipesinthischapteraresimply
asuggestedsizerangeWhenpurchasingmeatlook
foraproductnearesttotheweightrangesuggestedin
therecipe
 Balsamic Beef Dip
Sandwiches

 Super Sandwiches
 Yield sandwiches
Hotshreddedbeefroastsimmeredin
asweetandtangyaujusandserved ServingSize sandwich

onaFrenchrollmakestheperfect PrepTime minutes

dippingsandwich
CookTime tohours

 -or-lb
-tokg  Slicebeefchuckroastinto12-inch-thick -centimeters-
bonelessbeefchuckor thickstripsandplaceina-to-quart  -to
 -liter
roundroast slowcooker

cupbeefbroth  Inamediumbowlwhisktogetherbeefbrothbalsamic

12cupbalsamicvinegar
TBWorcestershiresauce

vinegarWorcestershiresaucehoneysaltgarlicpowder
andonionpowderPouroverroastintheslowcooker
Coverandcookonlowfortohours

TBhoney
 UsingaforkshredmeatintheslowcookerStrainmeatfrom

tspsalt juicesreservingjuicestouseasanaujus

12tspgarlicpowder  ServehotonFrenchrollswithaujusonthesidefordipping
12tsponionpowder
VariationPeelhalveandslicemediumredonionandplaceonion
Frenchsandwichrollssliced ontopoftheroastaerstepServehotonFrenchrollstoppedwith
slicedpepperoncinis

Au jus is a French term meaning with juice. The jus in this recipe comes from the natural juices of
the meat and is enhanced by the added avorings. You can serve the sandwich without the au jus, but
the dipping jus really enhances the avor.

Balsamic Beef Dip Sandwiches



 Yield sandwiches
Thin-slicedsteaksmotheredwith
seasonedbellpeppersonionsand ServingSize sandwich

provolonecheesemakethissandwichas PrepTime minutes

mouthwateringasitismessy
CookTime tohours

lb
kgroundsteak12-in  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplaceround

cmslices steakgreenbellpeppersandredonion
largegreenredyellowor  Seasonmeatandvegetableswithsugarsaltgarlicpowder
orangebellpeppersstemsribs oreganobasilandblackpepperandstirtocombine
andseedsremovedandsliced
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours

mediumredonionhalved
 Preheatthebroiler
andsliced
 Strainanyexcessliquidsfromtheslowcookerandspoon
tspsugar
aboutcupmeatmixtureontoeachhoagieroll

tspsalt
 Topeachsandwichwithsliceprovolonecheese

tspgarlicpowder

 Placesandwichesonabakingsheetandbroilfor or
12tspdriedoregano minutesoruntilcheeseismeltedandbubbly
12tspdriedbasil  Servehot
12tspblackpepper
VariationAddpound gramsbuonmushroomsoryour
hoagierollssliced favoriteslicedwhenyouaddthebellpeppersandonioninstep
slicesprovolonecheese

Toasting bread to use for hot sandwiches helps keep it from getting overly soggy with the hot meat
and accompanying liquids. Simply toast in a toaster or under a broiler until browned, and youll love
the results.

 Super Sandwiches
Philly Cheesesteak
Sandwiches

Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches


 Extra-Sloppy Joes

 Super Sandwiches
Sloppyjoesgetaslowcookermakeoverin Yield sandwiches
thisrecipeThelowslowcookingdeepens ServingSize sandwich
theavorsgivingyouasandwichbursting
withavorOnewarningthesecanget PrepTime minutes

messysonapkinsarerequired! CookTime tohours

lb gleangroundbeef  Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatcookgroundbeef

andyellowonionstirringoccasionallyforabout minutes

mediumyellowonionhalved
oruntilbeefisbrowned
andsliced
 Drainanyexcessfatfromtheskilletandtransferbeefand

largegreenbellpepperribs
onionstoa-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
andseedsremovedanddiced
 Addgreenbellpeppercelerycarrotstomatosauce
mediumstalkscelerydiced
tomatopasteWorcestershiresaucegarlicbrownsugar
mediumcarrots saltmustardandcrushedredpepperakesandstir
peeledanddiced tocombine

 -ozgcantomatosauce  Coverandcookonlowfortohours

 -oz
gcantomatopaste  Spoonabout12to34cupmeatoneachhamburgerbunand
TBWorcestershiresauce servehot

clovesgarlicpeeled VariationForalighterversionusepound gramsground

andminced turkeyinplaceofthegroundbeef

TBbrownsugarrmlypacked

tspsalt

tspgroundmustard
12tspcrushedred
Before adding ground meats to a slow cooker, rst brown it in
pepperakes
a skillet on the stove to remove the excess fat. (There are a few
hamburgerbuns exceptions to this rule, as explained elsewhere in the book.)
When browning the meat, you dont have to completely cook it
because it will cook thoroughly in the slow cooker. You simply
need to brown it to the point that the excess fats are released so
you can drain them o.

Extra-Sloppy Joes

 Yield sandwiches
Spicychickeniscoveredwithmelting
cheeseandheapsofslowroastedred ServingSize sandwich

peppersinthisdeliciousItaliansandwich PrepTime minutes

servedonfocaccia
CookTime tohours

lb
kgbonelessskinless  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
chickenbreaststrimmed chickenbreasts
TBoliveoil  Drizzleoliveoiloverchickenandseasonwithsaltgarlic
powderbasiloreganocrushedredpepperakesand
12tspsalt
blackpepper
12tspgarlicpowder
 Arrangeredbellpepperslicesoverchicken
12tspdriedbasil
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
14tspdriedoregano
 Usingaforkpullapartchickenintolargechunksorcutinto
14tspcrushedred slicesusingaknifeTopimmediatelywithmozzarellacheese
pepperakes andallowcheesetomelt
18tspblackpepper  CuteachfocaccialoafintopiecesTocreatesandwiches
largeredbellpeppersribs spliteachpiecehorizontallytocreatesandwichtops
andseedsremovedandsliced andbooms

cupsshredded
 Spoon12cupchickenpeppersandcheeseoneach
mozzarellacheese sandwichTopwith13cupspinachleavesandserve


-lbgloavesfocaccia VariationThesesandwichesaregreatservedwithaquickandeasy
cupsfreshspinachleaves garlicaioliInasmallbowlcombine12cupmayonnaisewithcloves
crushedgarlictablespoonlemonjuiceand12teaspoonsalt

Its a common misconception that you have to cook meats in the slow cooker with a lot of liquid. Some
meats require the slow braising and simmering, but others just need the low, slow heat a slow cooker
provides. In this recipe, the chicken breast is cooked without any braising or simmering. Instead, olive
oil is used to keep the meat from drying out. This also keeps the chicken from completely falling apart
and shredding as it cooks.

 Super Sandwiches
Spicy Italian Chicken
Sandwiches

Spicy Italian Chicken Sandwiches


 Greek Chicken Gyros

 Super Sandwiches
Zippychickenbreasttoppedwithlemon Yield sandwiches
juiceandgarlicisservedinapitaatbread ServingSize sandwich
withtangycucumberyogurttzatzikisauce
inthisslowcookedversionoftheclassic PrepTime minutes

Greekgyrosandwich CookTime tohours

mediumredonionhalvedand  Inthebooma-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcooker
thinlysliced layerhalfofredonionsreservingremaininghalfforuseasa
toppingPlacechickenbreastsontopofonions
lb
kgbonelessskinless
chickenbreaststrimmed  Pourredwinevinegarandlemonjuiceoverchickenand
drizzlewitholiveoil
14cupredwinevinegar
 Sprinkleclovesmincedgarlicoverchickenbreasts
Juiceof
mediumlemon
followedbyoreganobasilblackpepperandlemonzest

TBoliveoil
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
clovesgarlicminced
 InamediumbowlcombineGreekyogurtdillandsalt
12tspdriedoregano
 CutcucumberinhalfFinelydicehalfofcucumberand
12tspdriedbasil thinlysliceremaininghalfStirdicedcucumbersintoyogurt
18tspblackpepper mixtureandrefrigerateuntilreadytoserveSetasidesliced
cucumbers
Zestof
mediumlemon

 Toservespoon12cupchickenonhalfofeachpitaandtop

cupplainGreekyogurt with12cupromaineleuceafewredonionslicesto

TBfreshdillminced slicescucumberto romatomatoslicesandheaping
spoonfulyogurtsauceFoldoverpitaandserve
14tspsalt

mediumcucumberpeeled VariationYoucanuseothersaucesandevensaladdressingsinplace

ofthetzatzikisauceforawidevarietyofsandwichavorsTryranch
pitaorArabicatbreads
honeymustardItalianorevenbluecheese
cupsromaine
le ucechopped
The yogurt sauce in this recipe is called tzatziki sauce. Of
romatomatoessliced
Greek and Turkish origin, it is most commonly served cold
on grilled meats. The two serving methods are combined
in the gyro (pronounced YEE-ros) sandwich. Lemon juice is
sometimes included in the sauce for additional acidity.

Greek Chicken Gyros


Inthismouthwateringsandwichpork Yield sandwiches
roastissimmeredinahomemade ServingSize sandwich
barbecuemixturetoproduceatender
pull-apartmeatthatsinfusedwiththe PrepTime minutes

darksweetavorsofbarbecuesauce CookTime tohours

 -or-lb
-tokg  Sliceporkburoastinto12-inch-thick -centimeters-
bonelessporkbu or thickpiecesandplaceina-to-quart  -to
 -liter
shoulderroast slowcookerTopwithyellowonionslices

mediumyellowonionhalved  Inasmallbowlcombineketchupbrownsugar

andsliced Worcestershiresauceredwinevinegargarlicpowder
saltcrushedredpepperakesandmustardPoursauce

cupketchup
overpork
14cupbrownsugar
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
rmlypacked
 Usingaforkshredmeat
14cupWorcestershiresauce
 Spoon34tocupmeatoneachhamburgerbunand
TBredwinevinegar
servehot
tspgarlicpowder
VariationAdd teaspoonsliquidsmokeforanicesmokyavor
12tspsalt
12tspcrushedred
pepperakes
12tspgroundmustard
hamburgerbuns
If you want to use bottled barbecue sauce instead of making
your own, you need to change the recipe slightly to avoid
burning the barbecue sauce. Proceed with step 1 as directed.
Then, instead of following step 2, add 2 cups water to the slow
cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, and drain
excess liquid from the slow cooker. Shred pork as directed
in step 4, and add 2 cups bottled barbecue sauce. Serve
immediately, or let heat through on low for 1 hour.

 Super Sandwiches
Barbecue Pulled Pork
Sandwiches

Barbecue Pulled Pork Sandwiches

 Vietnamese Pulled Pork

Banh Mi

 Super Sandwiches
TenderVietnameseshreddedpork
Yield sandwiches
withpickledvegetableshotjalapeo
slicesandfreshcilantroservedon ServingSize sandwich

acrustyFrenchbagueemakesfor PrepTime minutes

asensationalvariationofthistrendy
tohours
Vietnamesesandwich CookTime

orlb
or
kgboneless  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplacepork
porkbu orshoulderroast buroast

cupchickenbroth  Pourinchickenbrothsoysauceandshsauceandstirin

gingerandgarlic
14cupsoysauce
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
TBshsauce
 Meanwhileinasmallbowlcombinedaikonradishand
12tspgroundginger
carrotsTopwithricevinegarcoverandrefrigerateuntil
clovesgarlicpeeled readytoserve
andminced
 Whenjustaboutreadytoserveshredporkandstirin

mediumdaikonradish limejuice
juliennedorshredded
 Spoon12cupmeathotorcoldontoeachcrustybaguee
largecarrotsjulienned Topwithdaikonradishandcarrotmixturecucumberslices
orshredded cilantroleavesandjalapeoslicesandserve
14cupricevinegar
Juiceof
mediumlime
crustybague essliced

mediumcucumbersliced
cupsfreshcilantroleaves

jalapeothinlysliced Fish sauce can be an intimidating ingredient if youve never

worked with it before. Its one of those unusual ingredients that
smells terrible but adds a real depth of avor to a dish. You can
omit the sh sauce in this recipe if you like, but the avor of the
meat might fall slightly at as a result. The sh sauce develops
those rich and tangy avors of southeast Asia.

Vietnamese Pulled Pork Banh Mi


 Chapter 6

Beef and Lamb

Entres
Theslowcookerbecomestheidealbraisingtoolfor
toughcutsofredmeatthatrequirelongslowcooking
methodsinordertocreatemelt-in-your-mouth
nishedmealsInthischapterweexploreseveral
takesonAmericanbeefandlambclassicsaswellas
someavorfulredmeatrecipeswithworldair

Duetothenatureofredmeattherecipesinthis
chapterutilizingtoughercutsshouldbecookedon
thelowseingbecausetheyneedalongslowand
lowcookingprocesstotenderize
 Yield pounds
Flavorfulspicybeefmeltsinyourmouth #kilogram$

inthisslowcookedKoreanclassicSweet ServingSize 13pound

#grams$
andspicythisbarbecue-stylebeefdishis PrepTime minutes
suretoplease
CookTime tohours

lb
kganksteak  Cutanksteakagainstthegraininto14-inch-thick
-centimeter-thickstripsPlacestripsina-to-quart
13cupsoysauce
  -to
 -literslowcookerslowcooker
14cupbrownsugar
 Inasmallbowlcombinesoysaucebrownsugarsesame
rmlypacked
seedssesameoilgarliccrushedredpepperakesginger
TBsesameseeds andoystersaucePouroversteakstripsintheslowcooker

TBsesameoil  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
clovesgarlicpeeled  Garnishwithgreenonionsandservehotaloneoroverrice
andminced
12tspcrushedred
pepperakes
12tspgroundginger
tspoystersauce
12cupslicedgreenonions
greenpartsonly

Cutting against the grain is important to remember when working with beef. Flank steak has a highly
visible grain and looks almost striped. Think of the grain as the natural breaking point of the meat.
Cutting against the grain ensures the maximum number of breaking points in each bite, ensuring
every bite almost falls apart or melts in your mouth.

 Beef and Lamb Entres

Korean Beef Bulgogi

Korean Beef Bulgogi


 Modern Meatloaf

 Beef and Lamb Entres

 Yield slices
Thismoderntwistontheclassicground
beefloafhasanicelevelofheatfora ServingSize slice

full-avoredmeatloafcompletewitha PrepTime minutes

spicyglaze
CookTime orhours

lb gleangroundbeef  Inalargebowlcombinegroundbeefyellowonion

breadcrumbsmilk tablespoonsWorcestershiresauce
12mediumyellowoniondiced
saltbasiloreganoblackpepperandcrushedred

cupbreadcrumbs pepperakes
12cupmilk  Usingyourhandskneadmeatmixtureforaboutminuteor
TBWorcestershiresauce untilwellcombinedFormmeatintoaloafshapeandplace
ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker

tspsalt
 Inasmallbowlcombineketchupbrownsugarremaining

tspdriedbasil tablespoonWorcestershiresauceandhotsaucePour

tspdriedoregano sauceoverloafintheslowcooker
12tspblackpepper  Coverandcookonhighor hours
12tspcrushedred  Sliceandservehot
pepperakes
VariationGroundaxseedwheatgermandwheatbranare
12cupketchup increasinglyavailablehealthfoodsthatareperfectsubstitutionsfor
TBbrownsugar breadcrumbsForanutrientboostuseanycombinationofthethree
toreplacethecupbreadcrumbsinthisrecipe
tsphotsauce

Using a lean ground beef is important for a slow cooked meatloaf because in the slow cooker, the fat
in the beef has nowhere to drain. Ground sirloin works particularly well because it has a low 8 to 10
percent fat content.

Modern Meatloaf


Seasonedchuckroastisslowlysimmered Yield pounds
#kilogram$
forhourssurroundedbycarrotsand ServingSize 14pound
onionsforafall-apart-tenderbeef #grams$

dishperfectforaSundayaernoon PrepTime minutes

familydinner CookTime hours

 -or-lb
-to
kg  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
chuckroast chuckroast
12tspsalt  Seasonwithsaltandblackpepper
14tspblackpepper  Placeyellowonionontopofroastandsurroundroast
withcarrots

mediumyellowonioncutinto
largechunks  PourbeefbrothandWorcestershiresauceovercarrotsand
sprinklegarlicoverroastandvegetables

lb gcarrotspeeledand

cutinto-in cmpieces  Coverandcookonlowfortohours

cupbeefbroth
VariationForaheartyone-potmealincludeadditionalvegetables
TBWorcestershiresauce suchasmediumredpotatoescutintobite-sizechunksand
mediumstalksceleryslicedPlacethevegetablesontheboomof
clovesgarlicminced
theslowcookerandthemeatontop

Pot roasts utilize large, tough cuts of beef, particularly the chuck. The brous meat slowly breaks
down as it braises in the slow cooker, turning that tough, chewy meat into a tender and avorful bite.
Slow cooking on high is not recommended for this cut.

 Beef and Lamb Entres
Sunday Afternoon Pot Roast

Sunday Afternoon Pot Roast



 Braised Beef Short Ribs

 Beef and Lamb Entres

 Yield ribs
Slow-braisedbeefshortribsfallrighto ServingSize rib
theboneforatendersucculentbeefdish
thatwarmsyoufromtheinsideout PrepTime minutes

CookTime hours

TBoliveoil  InalargeskilletoverhighheatheatoliveoilAddshortribs

andsearforaboutsecondspersideoruntilallexposed
beefshortribs
meatisbrownedRemovefromheat
cupsbeefbroth
 Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookercombine
14cupWorcestershiresauce beefbrothWorcestershiresauceonionpowderand

tsponionpowder garlicpowder

tspgarlicpowder  Seasonshortribswithsaltandblackpepperandplace

shortribsintheslowcookerbraisingliquids

tspsalt
 Coverandcookonlowforhours
12tspblackpepper
 Servehot

VariationTheseshortribsareterricservedoverpolentaForan
extralayerofavorreplacecupbeefbrothwithcupredwine

Braising is typically reserved for tough cuts of meat. Traditional braising involves searing meat at a
high heat and then nishing in a pot with a liquid. Slow cookers are a perfect braising tool because
they can braise with a very low heat, allowing the tough collagen and bers in the meat to slowly
melt away.
You can buy short ribs boneless or bone-in. Both can be used in this recipe with the same
cooking time.

Braised Beef Short Ribs


 Yield ribs
Heartybeefribsaremadeeasyinthis
slowroastedversioncompletewitha ServingSize rib

homemadehickory-smokedhoneygarlic PrepTime minutes

barbecuesauce
CookTime hours

wholebeefribs  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplacebeef
ribsCutribstotandstackifnecessary
cupsketchup
 Inamediumbowlcombineketchupgarlichotsauce

clovesgarlicminced
honeymolassesbrownsugarliquidsmokecornstarch
TBhotsauce Worcestershiresaucesoysaucesaltonionpowdergarlic
14cuphoney powderoreganobasilblackpeppercayenneandpaprika

TBmolasses  Poursauceoverribsintheslowcookerbeingsureallribs

arecoatedwithsauce
TBbrownsugar
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours

TBhickoryavorliquidsmoke
 Servehot

TBcornstarch

tspWorcestershiresauce

tspsoysauce

tspsalt

tsponionpowder

tspgarlicpowder

tspdriedoregano

tspdriedbasil
12tspblackpepper Ribs have a tough membrane on the bottom or back side
that can create a chewy bite. You can remove it easily before
14tspcayenne cooking. Turn the ribs face down, and rub your ngers along the
14tsppaprika edge of a rib to release the membrane. It will easily loosen, and
you can pull the plastic-like strip o the ribs.
Cooking on high is not recommended for this cut.

 Beef and Lamb Entres
Honey Garlic Barbecue
Beef Ribs

Honey Garlic Barbecue Beef Ribs


 Midwestern Beef Brisket

 Beef and Lamb Entres

 Yield pounds
#%kilograms$
Smokybrisketrubbedwithavorfulspices ServingSize 13pound
makesforaheartymealyoudneverguess #grams$

camefromahumbleslowcooker PrepTime minutes

CookTime tohours

 -or-lb
-tokg  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
beefbrisket beefbrisket
TBliquidsmoke  PourliquidsmokeandWorcestershiresauceoverbrisket
14cupWorcestershiresauce  Inasmallbowlcombinesaltgarlicpowderchilipowder
paprikaonionpowderblackpepperandcayenneRub

tspsalt
spicemixtureovertopofbrisket

tspgarlicpowder
 Topwithyellowonion
12tspchilipowder
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
12tsppaprika
 Servehot
12tsponionpowder
VariationYoucanadjustthespicerubusedonthemeattoyour
12tspblackpepper
likingForaJewish-StyleBrisketusecupredwineinplaceofthe
12tspcayenne liquidsmokeandinsteadoftheseasoningmixturecalledforinstep

mediumyellowoniondiced rubthebrisketwithacombinationofteaspoonsaltteaspoon

garlicpowderteaspoondriedrosemaryteaspoondriedoregano
12teaspoonblackpepperand12teaspoondriedbasil

The brisket is perhaps one of the toughest cuts of beef because it comes from the cows pectoral
muscles, which support the majority of the cows weight. The tough connective tissue needs long, slow
cooking in order to yield a tender result. Cooking on high is not recommended for this cut.
In traditional American cooking, brisket is often barbecued long and slow, or smoked. Jewish cooking
calls for a braised method. Both styles can easily be replicated in the slow cooker.

Midwestern Beef Brisket


Tenderslowroastedlegoflambis Yield orpounds
#%tokilograms$
classicallypairedwiththeavorsof ServingSize 13pound
rosemarylemonandgarlicforthissimple #grams$

slowcookedversionofatraditionally PrepTime minutes

elegantmeal CookTime tohours

 -to-lb-tokg  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplace
bone-inlegoflamb legoflamb
Juiceofmediumlemons  Pourlemonjuiceoverlamb

clovesgarlicminced  Rublambwithgarlicrosemarysaltandblackpepper

TBdriedrosemary  Sprinkleyellowonionoverlamb
tspsalt  Coverandcookonlowfortohours

tspblackpepper  Servehot

largeyellowoniondiced
VariationForextraavorpour12cupredwineoverlambalongwith
lemonjuice

Leg of lamb is served both bone-in and in a boneless version. Either variety works well in this slow
cooker recipe because were not aiming for a rare or medium-rare doneness level, but rather a very
tender meat.
Boneless leg of lamb is often sold with a netting around it to help hold its shape while cooking.
You can leave on this netting because its designed to withstand the heat. However, do remove it
before serving.
Cooking on high is not recommended for this cut.

 Beef and Lamb Entres
Leg of Lamb with Rosemary,
Lemon, and Garlic

Leg of Lamb with Rosemary, Lemon, and Garlic


Triple Citrus Lamb Shanks

 Beef and Lamb Entres

Tenderlambshankisslowlybraisedinthe Yield shanks
tangycitrusjuicesoforangelemonand ServingSize shank
limeThevegetable-basedbraisingliquid
istartandavorfulandprovidesasaucy PrepTime minutes

additiontothesucculentlamb CookTime hours

TBoliveoil  InalargeskilletoverhighheatheatoliveoilAddlamb

shanksandsearonallsidesforabout to
minutes
wholelambshanks
 Inamediumbowlcombinecarrotscelerysweetonion
mediumcarrotspeeledand
garlictomatopastechickenbrothsaltorangezestorange
nelydiced
juicelemonzestlemonjuicelimezestandlimejuice
mediumcelerystalks
 Transfersearedlambshankstoa-to-quart  -to
nelydiced

 -literslowcookerandpourvegetablemixtureoverlamb

largesweetonionminced
 Coverandcookonlowforhours
clovesgarlicminced
 ServehotStrainvegetablesfrombraisingliquidanduseasa
TBtomatopaste toppingforlamb

cupchickenbroth
VariationAdd12cupredwinetothebraisingliquidforapunch

tspsalt ofavor
Zestof
mediumorange
Juiceof
mediumorange
Zestof
mediumlemon
Juiceof
mediumlemon
Zestof
mediumlime
A shank often weighs upward of 1 pound (450 grams), which
Juiceof
mediumlime
can make for quite a large serving size. Butchers sometimes cut
the shank in half for easier serving. If you feel the shank is too
large, use a fork to shred the meat from the bone, and serve it
in a large serving bowl with the strained vegetables and a little
braising liquid.
Cooking on high is not recommended for this cut.

Triple Citrus Lamb Shanks



 Chapter 7

Chicken Dishes
Versatilechickeniseasytoprepareintheslow
cookerandbecausechickenisaleanmeatyoucan
cookitonthehighseingContrarytopopularbelief
poultrycaneasilydryouteveninthemoisture-rich
environmentoftheslowcookerTurkeyisnotorious
fordryingoutIfyoutryturkeyinaslowcookerusea
meatthermometerwhilecookingandcloselymonitor
itbecauseexactcookingtimesvarygreatlyamong
cutsandsize

Thechickenrecipesinthischapterareintendedfor
usein-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookers
Thesmallerendofthisrangeusestheshortend
ofthelistedcookingtimeswhilethelargerslow
cookersmightrequiretheentirerangeoftimelisted
Therecipesexcludingthewholechickencanallbe
doubledinalargerslowcookerNotethatbone-in
chickentakeslongertocookthanboneless
Deliciouslywholechickenismaderight Yield orpoundsmeat
#to%kilograms$
intheslowcookerforafauxrotisserie ServingSize 13pound
chickenyoucanprepandforgetCrusted #grams$

withherbsandmoistenedbybuerthis PrepTime minutes

chickenistenderandmoist CookTime tohours

 -to-lb
-tokg  Removeanddiscardgibletsandneckpartsifanyfrom
wholechicken cavityofchicken
14cupbu er  Usingyourngerloosenskinonchickenbyslidingitinat
bothendsDividebuerintosmallpiecesandinsertpieces
mediumlemons
inbetweenskinandmeatofchicken

tspdriedrosemary
 Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace

tspdriedoregano chickenbreastsidedown

tspdriedbasil  CutlemonsinhalfandsqueezejuiceoverchickenStu

tspsalt squeezedlemonrindsintochickencavity

12tspblackpepper  Sprinklerosemaryoreganobasilsaltandblackpepper

overchicken
 Coverandcookonlowforhoursorhighfor orhours

 Removelemonrindsfromcavityandservehot

VariationThischickeniseasilyadaptablebyusingdierentspices
ForCajunChickenforexamplereplacetherosemaryoreganoand
basilwithtablespoonCajunseasoningspicemix

To avoid having the skin on the underside of the chicken melt in the juices, create a platform for the
chicken to rest on. Simply crumble four large pieces of aluminum foil into balls, and place the balls
on the bottom of the slow cooker. Set the chicken on top of the foil balls so it doesnt sits in any of
the juices.

 Chicken Dishes
Herb-Roasted Whole
Chicken

Herb-Roasted Whole Chicken


Honey Chipotle Barbecue
Chicken Drumsticks

 Chicken Dishes
 Yield drumsticks
Tenderdrumsticksaresimmeredina
honeychipotlebarbecuesauceThe ServingSize drumsticks

chipotlebringsbothheatandsmokiness PrepTime minutes

tothehomemadesauce
CookTime tohours

chickendrumsticks  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplace
chickendrumsticks
12cupketchup
 Inasmallbowlwhisktogetherketchupbrownsugar
14cupbrownsugar
honeychipotlechileinadobosauceapplecidervinegar
rmlypacked
Worcestershiresaucegarlicpowdersaltandblackpepper
14cuphoney
 Pourbarbecuesauceoverchicken

chipotlechileinadobosauce
 Coverandcookonlowfortohoursoronhighfor
nelychopped
or hours
tspapplecidervinegar
 Servehot

12tspWorcestershiresauce
VariationYoucanuseanybone-inchickenpartsinplaceofthe
12tspgarlicpowder
drumsticksThighswingsandbone-inchickenbreastsareallsuitable
14tspsalt Wingsrequirethelowerrangeofcookingtimebecausetheyresmall

pinchblackpepper whilebone-inbreastsrequirethemaximumduetotheirlargersize

Chipotle chiles in adobo sauce are canned, smoked jalapeos. They have a distinct smoky avor
and are spicy, so recipes often call for only a small amount. You can store the leftovers in an airtight
container, like a resealable plastic storage bag, and freeze them for later use.
To increase the heat, you can add more chipotle chiles to this recipe. Taste as you add the chiles to be
sure you dont get it too hot.

Honey Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Drumsticks


 Yield cups
Bite-sizepiecesofchickenaregently
stewedinthissweetcurryTheavorsof ServingSize cup

coconutandacidictomatoesbringoutthe PrepTime minutes

brightnotesofthesauce
CookTime tohours

lb
kgbonelessskinless  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
chickenbreastscutinto
-in chickenbreastssweetonionandgarlic
cmcubes
 Pourincoconutmilkdicedtomatoesandtomatosauce
12largesweetoniondiced
 Stirincurrypowdersugarandsalt
clovesgarlicminced
 Coverandcookonlowfortohoursorhighfor


-ozgcan or hours
coconutmilk
 Servehot


-ozgcandiced
tomatoesdrained VariationToincreasethelevelofspicinessinthecurryadd
teaspooncrushedredpepperakes

 -ozgcantomatosauce
TBcurrypowder

TBsugar

tspsalt

Not all curry powders are created equal. Curry powder is a spice mixture with no set ingredients
or proportions. So every curry powder you buy will be dierent. Many curry blends found in the
United States and other Western countries commonly contain coriander, fenugreek, red pepper, and
turmeric. (Turmeric is the ingredient that gives curry powder its yellow coloring.) You can experiment
with dierent brands of curry powder to nd one to your liking.

 Chicken Dishes
Coconut Chicken Curry

Coconut Chicken Curry


 Chicken Cacciatore

 Chicken Dishes
Chickenbreastisslowbraisedina
Yield chicken
simmeringsauceoftomatoesonion breasts
bellpepperandherbsThechicken ServingSize 12breast

isdredgedandbrownedpriortoslow PrepTime minutes

cookingforanaddeddepthoftexture
tohours
andavor CookTime

cupall-purposeour  Inashallowbowlstirtogetherall-purposeour

teaspoonsaltteaspoonbasilpaprikaand12teaspoon

12tspsalt
blackpepper

12tspdriedbasil
 Placechickenbreastsinourmixtureandturntocoat

tsppaprika eachside

tspblackpepper  Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatheatoliveoilAdd

 12-to34-lb.; - to g) chickenandsearforminutespersideTransfercooked
bonelessskinlesschicken chickentoa-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
breaststrimmed  Addyellowoniongarlicgreenbellpeppertomatoeswith
TBoliveoil juiceremaining12teaspoonsaltremaining12teaspoon
basilremaining12teaspoonblackpepperandoreganoto

mediumyellowoniondiced theslowcooker

clovesgarlicminced  Coverandcookonhighforor hoursoronlowfor

largegreenbellpepperribs tohours

andseedsremovedanddiced  Servehottoppedwithsauce


-ozgcandiced
tomatoeswithjuice VariationWhenreadytoserveheatalargeskilletoverhigh
heatAddtablespoonoliveoilandounces gramssliced
12tspdriedoregano buonmushroomsCookstirringoccasionallyfor minutesServe
mushroomsontopofhotchicken

Cacciatore is an Italian word that translates to hunter. It

refers to cooking a dish hunter style, which includes tomatoes,
onions, herbs, and bell peppers.

Chicken Cacciatore


Asweetsoy-basedglazethickensin Yield chicken

breasts
theslowcookerandsoaksintotender ServingSize 12breast
chickenbreastsforasucculentand
avorfulversionoftheclassicJapanese- PrepTime minutes

inspireddish CookTime tohours

 12-to34-lb.; - to g)  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplace
bonelessskinlesschicken chickenbreasts
breaststrimmed
 Inasmallbowlwhisktogethercornstarchsugargingerand

TBcornstarch crushedredpepperakes
12cupsugar
12tspgroundginger
14tspcrushedred
pepperakes
12cupsoysauce
14cupricevinegar
 WhiskinsoysaucericevinegarandgarlicPourglaze
overchicken
 Coverandcookonlowfortohoursorhighfor
or hours
 Sliceandservehotwithrice
VariationYoucanuse
poundskilogramwholechickenthighs

poundskilogramdrumsticksor
poundskilogramwingsin
clovesgarlicminced
placeofchickenbreastsServewithglazedrizzledovertop

Cornstarch is used as a thickening agent in this recipe. If mixed with liquid on its own, it can cause
lumps to form. If you mix the ne-powdered cornstarch with the sugar and spices beforehand, it can
easily incorporate into the sauce without clumping together.

 Chicken Dishes
Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken

 Chicken Tikka Masala

 Chicken Dishes
 Yield cups
Tenderchunksofchickenaresimmeredin
aspicytomato-basedsauceandavored ServingSize cup

withgarammasalaHeavycreamgivesthis PrepTime minutes

sensationalsauceanaddedrichness
CookTime tohours

lb
kgbonelessskinless  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
chickenbreastscutinto
-in chickenbreasts
cmcubes
 Stiringarlicjalapeopaprikacumingarammasalatomato
clovesgarlicminced saucetomatopasteandsalt

jalapeostemremoved  Coverandcookonlowfortohoursoronhighfor

andminced or hours

TBpaprika  Whenreadytoservestirinheavywhippingcreamand

garnishwithcilantro
tspcumin
tspgarammasala
 -ozgcans
tomatosauce
TBtomatopaste

12tspsalt

cupheavywhippingcream
12cupchoppedfreshcilantro

Tikka is a word used in Indian and Pakistani cuisine to denote chunks of meat in a spice marinade.
You can use this same sauce mixture over lamb or the Indian cheese paneer, or make a vegetable
version using cauliower.
Garam masala is an Indian spice mixture of cumin, coriander, cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon,
cloves, and nutmeg. The whole spices are toasted and ground into a distinctly avorful mixture.
Garam masala is sold in the spice section of most grocery stores.

Chicken Tikka Masala


 Yield cups
Asweetorangesauceenvelopesbite- ServingSize 12cup
sizepiecesofchickenforaslowcooked
versionofthepopularrestaurantdish PrepTime minutes

CookTime tohours

lb
kgbonelessskinless  Cutchickenbreastsintobite-sizepiecesandplaceina-to
chickenbreaststrimmed -quart  -to
 -literslowcooker

mediumorange  UsingazesterorasmallgraterzestorangeYouneedabout

or tablespoonszestSetasidezest
13cupbrownsugar
rmlypacked  Sliceorangeinto14-inch -millimeterslicesSetaside

tspcornstarch  Inasmallbowlwhisktogetherbrownsugarcornstarch

gingerandcrushedredpepperakes

tspgroundginger
 Whiskinorangejuiceorangezestricevinegarand

tspcrushedredpepperakes
soysaucePoursauceoverchickenandplaceorange

cuporangejuice slicesontop
14cupricevinegar  Coverandcookonlowfortohoursoronhighfor
TBsoysauce or hours

 Whenreadytoservediscardorangeslicesandserve
chickenhotoverrice

VariationUse poundskilogramwholechickenthighs

poundskilogramdrumsticksor poundskilogramwings
inplaceofchickenbreastsServethemwholewithorangeglaze
Topping the chicken with drizzledovertop
orange slices not only uses
the esh of the orange
after zesting, but also helps
keep any exposed chicken
moist and infuses the sauce
with even more sweet
orange avor.

 Chicken Dishes
Orange Chicken

Orange Chicken

Moroccan Chicken Thighs

 Chicken Dishes
Thesechickenthighsarecookedbetween Yield thighs
bedsoftartandtangylemonslicesand ServingSize thigh
coatedwithaboldMoroccan-stylespice
mixtureThelemonandbuerensurea PrepTime minutes

moistandtenderpieceofchicken CookTime tohours

mediumlemonssliced18in  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerlayerhalfof

mmthick lemonslicesPlacechickenthighsontop
chickenthighs  Inasmallbowlcombinepaprikacuminturmericcayenne
saltcinnamonandgingerSprinkleoverchickenthighs

tsppaprika
 Cutbuerinto12-tablespoonpiecesandplacepiece
12tspcumin
ontopofeachchickenthigh
14tspturmeric
 Coverandcookonlowfortohoursorhighfor
14tspcayenne or hours
14tspsalt  Servehot
18tspgroundcinnamon
VariationForMexican-SpicedChickenuselimesinplaceofthe
18tspgroundginger lemonsInsteadofspiceslistedinstep use teaspoonscumin
TBbu er teaspoonchilipowder12teaspooncayenne12teaspoongarlic
powder12teaspoonsaltand18teaspoongroundcloves

For a crispy skin on the chicken, remove the lemon slices after cooking and place the chicken on a
baking sheet. Place under an oven broiler preheated to high for 2 to 5 minutes or until the skin is
crispy. Watch carefully to avoid burning.

Moroccan Chicken Thighs


Layersofcreamygreenchilechickenand Yield slices
ourtortillasareslowcookedcasserole- ServingSize slice
styleAddsomemeltedcheeseandyou
havearichanddecadentenchilada PrepTime minutes

dinnerslowcookerstyle CookTime tohours

TBbu er  InamediumsaucepanoverlowheatmeltbuerIncrease

heattomediumaddgarlicandcookforseconds
clovesgarlicminced
 Whiskinall-purposeourchilipowdercuminandsaltto
13cupall-purposeour
formapaste

tspchilipowder
 Pourinchickenbrothincreaseheattohighandwhiskuntil

tspcumin brothreachesasimmerandthickensRemovefromheat

tspsalt andtransferbrothtoalargebowl

cupschickenbroth  Addchickenyellowonionsourcreamandgreenchileswith

liquidtobrothandstirtocombine
cupschickencooked
andshredded  Setasideabout14cupsauce

mediumyellowoniondiced  Place tortillasintheboomofa-to-quart  -to

 -literovalslowcookeroverlappingtheminthemiddle

cupsourcream Ifyoureusingaroundslowcookeronlyusetortillain

 -oz

gcansdicedgreen eachlayer
chileswithliquid
 Toptortillaswith14chickenmixtureandtopchickenwith

 12-incmourtortillas 14cupMontereyjackcheeseRepeatlayeringwithchicken

layersToplastlayerwithnallayeroftortillasandspread
cupsshreddedMonterey
reserved spoonfulssauceoverlastlayerjustenoughto
jackcheese
wettortillasTopwithremainingcup
cheese
 Coverandcookonhighforor hoursoronlowfor
tohours
 Cutintoslicesandservehotasisortoppedwithadollop
ofsourcreamandchoppedfreshcilantroifdesired

 Chicken Dishes
Green Chile Chicken
Enchilada Casserole

Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole



 Chapter 8

Pork Main Dishes

Porksoaksupavorasitcooksmakingitaterric
candidateforlowandslowcookingThelongcook
timemaximizestheamountofavorthemeat
cantakeon

Youcancookleancutsoneitherhighorlowbut
toughercutsworkbestonlow
 Apple Pork Roast

 Pork Main Dishes

 Yield orpounds#%to
kilograms$pork
Sweetapplesandonionssurround ServingSize 12to13pound#to
suppleporkinthisslowcookedroast grams$pork
thathighlightstheavorsoffall PrepTime minutes

CookTime tohours

 -or-lb
-tokg  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
porkroast porkroast
mediumapplescoredhalved  Surroundroastwithapplesandpourapplejuiceovertop
andquartered
 Sprinklebrownsugarandsaltoverroastandtopwith
12cupapplejuice sweetonion
TBbrownsugar  Coverandcookonlowfortohours

tspsalt  Sliceandservehotwithapplesandonions

largesweetonionhalved
VariationYoucanusebone-inthick-cutporkchopsinplaceofthe
andsliced
roastinthisrecipeThecooktimeisthesame

You have many choices when it comes to pork roasts. Pork loin and sirloin roasts are leaner cuts that
wont shred as easily, allowing you to slice the roast to serve it. Shoulder and butt roasts are marbled
with fat and will shred easily after a long, slow cooking process.

Apple Pork Roast


Thesetenderfall-o-the-boneribs Yield racks
aresuretopleaseanymeatloverThe ServingSize 12rack
strawberry-chipotlebarbecuesaucestews
withthemeatforasucculentsweetand PrepTime minutes

spicybiteofdelicatejuicymeat CookTime hours

TBoliveoil  Inalargesaucepanovermedium-highheatheatolive

oilAddsweetonionandsautstirringoccasionallyfor

largesweetoniondiced
minutes
clovesgarlicminced
 Addgarlicandsautforseconds
cupsstrawberrieshulled
 Stirinstrawberrieschipotlechilesketchupbrownsugar
chipotlechilesinadobosauce Worcestershiresaucegroundmustardandblackpepper

cupketchup IncreaseheattohighandbringtoaboilReduceheatto
medium-lowandsimmerforminutes
23cupbrownsugar
tightlypacked  TransfertoablenderorafoodprocessoredwithanS
bladeandblenduntilsmooth

TBWorcestershiresauce
 Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplaceribsIf
tspgroundmustard racksaretoolargetotinyourslowcookercuttheminhalf
12tspblackpepper Poursauceoverribs
racksporkloinbabybackribs  Coverandcookonlowforhours

 Servehot

VariationYoucanuseanybarbecuesauceyoulikeinthisrecipe
includingtheothersincludedinthisbook

Give slow cooked ribs that extra grilled touch by brushing the cooked ribs with additional barbecue
sauce and placing them under a broiler for a few minutes until the sauce caramelizes, bubbles, and
darkens. Or brush them with the extra sauce, wrap them in aluminum foil, and place them on an
outdoor grill for 5 to 7 minutes.

 Pork Main Dishes
 Strawberry-Chipotle
Barbecue Baby Back Ribs

Strawberry-Chipotle Barbecue Baby Back Ribs


 Dijon-Crusted Pork
Tenderloin

 Pork Main Dishes

 Yield slices
TheconcentratedtangyavorsofDijon ServingSize orslices
mustardformaavorfulcrustonthiscut
oftenderloin PrepTime minutes

CookTime to(hours


-lbgporktenderloin  Seasonporktenderloinwithsaltandblackpepper
12tspsalt  RuboutsideoftenderloinwithDijonmustardandplace
tenderloinina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
14tspblackpepper
 Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoronlowfor 
TBDijonmustard
to
hours
 Lettenderloinrestforminutes
 Sliceinto12-inch-centimeterslicesandservehot

VariationForaspicycrustedtenderloincoattheoutsideofthe
meatwith tablespoonschipotlechilipowderorchipotlechiles
inadobosauceminced12teaspoongarlicpowder12teaspoon
onionpowder12teaspoonsaltand tablespoonsbrownsugarfora
sweetnote

Pork tenderloins are quite small, so you can easily double this recipe. Lay the tenderloins in a single
layer, side by side in the slow cooker, and cook as directed.

Dijon-Crusted Pork Tenderloin


 orpounds#%
Thisslowcookerversionofthe Yield
tokilograms$pork
islandfavoriteistenderandmoist ServingSize 14 to 13 pound (
Theliquidsmokeprovidesthedeep to  grams) pork
pitsmokedavorandthesaltbrings PrepTime minutes

anislandtasteofthesea CookTime hours

 -or-lb
-tokg  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
bonelessporkbu or porkroast
shoulderroast
 Pourliquidsmokeoverroastandseasonwithseasalt
TBliquidsmoke
 Coverandcookonlowhours

TBseasalt
 Shredmeatwithaforkandservehot

VariationForamoreauthenticavoruseHawaiianpinksaltifyou

haveaccesstoit

Kalua refers to a traditional Hawaiian cooking method in which food is cooked in an underground
oven. Hot rocks are used as a heat source, and banana leaves provide a lining. The heat is low, the
cooking process is longmuch like slow cookingand the item being cooked soaks up a smoky
avor during the process. You can enjoy kalua pork many ways. Eat it plain with rice and/or
traditional Hawaiian accompaniments like poi or poke. Hawaiian sweet rolls are often used to make a
kalua sandwich.

 Pork Main Dishes
Hawaiian Kalua Pork

Hawaiian Kalua Pork



 Killer Carnitas

 Pork Main Dishes

Thistendershreddedporkpacksa
Yield cups
boldavorthankstothecuminandchili
powderandthecayennebringsjust ServingSize 12 cup

enoughheattoaddalilekickCookedin PrepTime minutes

vegetableoilthismeatisultratenderand
tohours
indulgent CookTime

lb kgporkbu roast  Trimporkroastofexcessfatandsliceinto14-inch-thick

 -centimeterpiecesdiscardinganylargedepositsoffat
TBgroundcumin
Placetrimmedmeatina-to-quart  -to
 -liter

TBchilipowder slowcooker
tspgarlicpowder  Inamediumbowlcombinecuminchilipowdergarlic
tspsalt powdersaltcayenneclovesandvegetableoil

12tspcayenne  PourspicedoiloverporkroastandstirtocoatTuckbay
leavesdownintooil

tspgroundcloves
 Coverandcookonlowfortohoursoruntilmeatiseasily
cupsvegetableoil shreddedwithafork
bayleaves  Strainoilfrommeatremovebayleavesandshredmeat
completelybeforeserving

VariationAdd12cuporangejuicewithvegetableoilforaregional
variationofcarnitas

Carnitas, or little meats, is a popular Mexican braised pork. You can serve the tender, shredded
meat as a dish by itself, or use it in tacos, burritos, tamales, or tortas. You dont need much to dress up
this avorful meat. A taco only needs some fresh cilantro, diced onion, and diced tomato on a corn or
our tortilla to bring a big, bold taco bite.

Killer Carnitas

 Yield orservingsper
pound#grams$
Makingadelicioushamcouldntbe ServingSize 13 to 12 pound (
anyeasierthanthisvibranttangy to  grams)
andsweetglazedham PrepTime minutes

CookTime tohours

 -to-lb-tokgfully  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplaceham
cookedbone-insmokedham cutsidedown

cuporangejuice  Inamediumbowlstirtogetherorangejuicebalsamic

vinegarbrownsugarandsaltPourglazeoverham
12cupbalsamicvinegar
 Coverandcookonlowfor tohoursorapproximately
12cupbrownsugar
hourperpound gramsham
tightlypacked
 Servehot

tspsalt

Its important to ensure the ham you buy ts in your slow cooker. Theres no shame in bringing a small
measuring tape with you to the grocery store to measure the hams before you buy one. The slow
cooker lid must be able to rest securely on the rim of the stoneware insert, so plan accordingly.

 Pork Main Dishes
Orange-Balsamic
Glazed Ham

Orange-Balsamic Glazed Ham


 Smothered Pork Chops

 Pork Main Dishes

 Yield chops
Flavorfulgravyandcookedonionsprovide
thesmotheringgravyforthesethickand ServingSize chop

tenderporkchopsSpoononthegravyfor PrepTime minutes

asaucyporkdinner
CookTime tohours

 12-to
-in
-tocmthick  Seasonbothsidesofporkchopswithsaltandblackpepper
bone-inporkchops Placechopsina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker

tspsalt  Inasmallbowlcombinecornstarchandwater

12tspblackpepper  Stircornstarchmixtureintochickenbrothandstirinonion
powderandgarlicpowderPourgravyaroundporkchopsin

TBcornstarch
theslowcooker

TBwater
 Topchopswithsweetonions

cupchickenbroth
 Coverandcookonhighforor hoursoronlowfor
tsponionpowder tohours
tspgarlicpowder  Servehotsmotheredwithgravyandonions
largesweetonionshalved
andsliced

Bone-in pork chops are preferable to boneless in this recipe because theyre harder to dry out.
The bone helps the meat retain moisture and slows the cooking process, resulting in a moist and
tender slow cooked chop.

Smothered Pork Chops


 Chapter 9

Versatile
Vegetables
Inadditiontosoeningtoughcutsofmeattheslow
cookercantransformvegetablesthatrequirelong
cookingtimeslikeartichokesandpotatoesWith
aslowcookerandafewhoursyoullgetdelicious
vegetabledishesthataresuretoplease
Getthegourmetfeelofstuedartichokes Yield artichokes
withthehelpoftheslowcooker ServingSize artichoke
SeasonedbreadcrumbsandParmesan
cheeselltheinterioroftheartichokes PrepTime minutes

toppingtheheartwithbuerygoodness CookTime tohours

largewholeartichokes

cupbreadcrumbs

cup shredded
Parmesan cheese
 cloves garlic, minced

tsp. dried basil  CutostemsofartichokessotheysituprightTrimoanysharp

14tspsalt leaftipsusingapairofkitchenscissors

12cupbu ermelted  Usingalargespoonscoopoutanddiscardartichokecenter

chokesorhairs
 InamediumbowlcombinebreadcrumbsParmesancheese
garlicbasilandsaltStirinmeltedbuer
 Evenlydividebreadcrumbmixtureamongartichokesand
spoonintohollowed-outcenters
 Pourwaterintotheboomofa-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerenoughtocovertheboomby12inch
centimeterStandartichokesinwater
 Coverandcookonlowfor tohoursoronhighfor
The artichokes might orhours
turn brown a bit after you
hollow out the centers.
 Toeatscoopdownthroughbreadcrumbmixturetoheartso
To prevent this, rub the youenjoyaspoonfulofbothstungandartichokeAsyou
exposed artichoke heart makeyourwaytothecenterheartpeelbackandeateshfrom
with a little lemon juice tipsofleavesbyscrapingitowithyourteeth
immediately after cutting.
VariationAdd12cupchoppedsun-driedtomatoestothe
breadcrumbmixture

 Versatile Vegetables
Stued Artichokes

Stued Artichokes


Country-Style Green Beans

 Versatile Vegetables
 Yield cups
Thelowandslowmethodaslowcooker
oersproducessoandtendergreen ServingSize cup

beanssmotheredinonionwithjustahint PrepTime minutes

ofsmokyham
CookTime tohours

12lb gfreshgreen  Ina-to-quart-to  -literslowcookertosstogether

beansendstrimmed greenbeansyellowonionsaltgarliccrushedredpepper
akesandblackpepper

mediumyellowoniondiced
 Usingaknifemakeseveralslashesacrosssurfaceofham
12tspsalt
hockAddhamtotheslowcookerburrowingitdowninto
clovesgarlicminced greenbeans
14tspcrushedred  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
pepperakes
 Removeanddiscardhamhockbeforeservinggreenbeans
14tspblackpepper
VariationForavegetarianversionyoucanomitthehamhock

 -ozghamhock

When purchasing fresh green beans, avoid beans that are shriveled or limp. To prepare them for
cooking, either snap or trim o the ends and discard them. You can then either snap the beans in half
or leave them long.

Country-Style Green Beans


 cups
Collardgreensgetalowandslow Yield

treatmentinthisspicydishThesouthern ServingSize 12 cup

leafygreensareslowlysimmeredina
PrepTime minutes
avorfulbrothuntiltheleavesaretasty
andtender CookTime tohours

lb gcollardgreens  Ina-to-quart-to  -literslowcookercombine

stemsremovedand collardgreensyellowoniongarlicsaltblackpepperand
roughlychopped crushedredpepperakes

mediumyellowoniondiced  Pourinchickenbroth

clovesgarlicminced  Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoronlowfor
tohours

tspsalt
12tspblackpepper VariationForasmokyhamavoraddahamhocktotheslowcooker
whilecookingRemoveanddiscarditbeforeserving
12tspcrushedred
pepperakes
cupschickenbroth

Collard greens are in the same family as cabbage and broccoli. The leaves are quite thick, which
means they need a long cook time to become tender. The stems, although edible, are particularly
tough and can end up chewy. To remove the stems, simply use a sharp knife to cut them out.

 Versatile Vegetables
Southern Collard Greens

Southern Collard Greens


 Corn on the Cob

 Versatile Vegetables
 Yield ears
Summertimecornonthecobhasnever
beeneasierSimplyseasonwrapand ServingSize ear

cookandyougetsweetbuer-soaked PrepTime minutes

cornthatsreadytoeatrightoutofthe
tohours
slowcooker CookTime

mediumearscornshucked  Tearo -inch -centimeterpiecesofaluminumfoil

TBbu erso+ened  Placeearofcornoneachpieceofaluminumfoil
12tspsalt  Smeartablespoonsoenedbuerovereachearofcorn
andseasoncornwithsaltandblackpepper
12tspblackpepper
 Wrapupeacheartightlyinthefoilandplacewrappedears
ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
 Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoronlowfor
or hours

VariationThisrecipeiseasytochangewithalmostanyseasoning
ForChiliandLimeCornontheCobseasoneachbueredcob
with12teaspoonchilipowderandsqueezelimejuiceovertop
beforewrappingForCurryCornontheCobseasoneachbuered
cobwith12teaspooncurrypowderand18teaspoonsaltbefore
wrappingForCoconutLimeCornontheCobbrusheachcobwith
tablespoonmeltedcoconutoilinsteadofbuerandthensqueeze
limejuiceovereachcobbeforewrappingForMexicanStreet
CornontheCobcombine14cupmayonnaise14cupsourcream
12cupcrumbledfetaorcotijacheese12teaspoonchilipowder
and clovescrushedgarlicandspreadmixtureovereachcob
beforewrapping

When choosing ears of corn, look for ones with bright green husks. Peel back a little of the husk,
exposing just the tip of the cob, to check the corn kernels. The kernels should have a fresh yellow or
white color and be nice and plump. Avoid ears with dry or discolored kernels.

Corn on the Cob


 Yield cups
Inthiseasyslowcookedcorndishwithits ServingSize 12 cup
creamytextureandsweettastecreamed
cornbecomesadecadenttreat PrepTime minutes

CookTime orhours

cupsfrozencorn  Ina-to-quart-to  -literslowcookercombinecorn

kernelsthawed milksugarandsalt

cupmilk  Cutcreamcheeseandbuerinto12-inch -centimeter

cubesandplaceontopofcorn

TBsugar
 Coverandcookonhighfor orhours
12tspsalt
 Stirbeforeservinghot
oz gcreamcheese
12cupbu er

Why wait 2 or 3 hours for this recipe to cook when you can just open a can of cream corn? The two
are quite dierent. Canned cream-style corn is partially pured to create a soupy sweet corn mixture
with the milk, or juice from the corn. With this recipe, plenty of butter and cream cheese combine
for a truly decadent cream base for the sweet corn.

 Versatile Vegetables
Creamed Corn

Creamed Corn

 Ratatouille

 Versatile Vegetables
ThisversionofthetraditionalFrenchdish
Yield cups
slowcooksfreshandavorfulveggies
todeliciousgoodnesswithverylile ServingSize cup

additionalavoringGarlicsaltand PrepTime minutes

pepperareenoughtoshowcasethe
tohours
naturalavorsofthevegetables CookTime

mediumeggplant  Ina-to-quart-to  -literslowcookercombine

peeledanddiced eggplantzucchinigreenbellpeppertomatoesyellow
oniontomatosaucegarlicsaltandblackpepper

mediumzucchinidiced
 Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoronlowfor

largegreenbellpepperribs
or hours
andseedsremovedanddiced
mediumtomatoes VariationInsteadofdicingtheingredientsyoucouldslicethem
hulledanddiced thinlyandcreatealayeredversionofthedishalternatingslicesofthe
variousvegetables

mediumyellowoniondiced

 -ozgcantomatosauce
clovesgarlicminced

tspsalt
12tspblackpepper

Ratatouille is usually served as a side dish, but it also can be a main dish, especially when
accompanied by bread or pasta. You could use it as a crostini topping, too. Simply top a slice of a
crusty French loaf bread with a spoonful of ratatouille. You can even add a bit of shredded Parmesan
cheese on top and toast it under a broiler for a few minutes, just until browned.

Ratatouille


 Yield cups
Thesesummervegetableshaveasmoky
straight-o-the-grillavorthankstoliquid ServingSize 34 cup

smokeThissuper-easysideisperfectfor PrepTime minutes

asummerbarbecueorpicnic
CookTime tohours

pt mlcherrytomatoes  Ina-to-quart-to  -literslowcookercombine

cherrytomatoeszucchiniyellowonionandred

mediumzucchiniends
bellpeppers
removedhalvedandsliced
 Seasonwithsaltandblackpepperpourinoliveoiland

mediumyellowonioncutinto
liquidsmokeandstirtocoat

-in cmchunks

 Coverandcookonhighfor hoursoronlowforor
largeredbellpeppersribs
hoursorjustuntilvegetablesaretender
andstemsremovedandcut
into
-in cmchunks
12tspsalt
14tspblackpepper
TBoliveoil

tspliquidsmoke

Zucchini is abundant during the summer months, and home gardeners often give it away to friends
and neighbors by the bushel. The thick stem on the top end of the zucchini is inedible and should be
cut o. You can leave on the skins or peel them o. Its better that the skins be left on for slow cooking
because the thick skin holds the soft esh together.

 Versatile Vegetables
Roasted Summer
Vegetable Medley

Roasted Summer Vegetable Medley


 Cheesy Bacon and
Ranch Potatoes

 Versatile Vegetables
Potatoescoatedwiththespicesof Yield cups
traditionalranchdressingandtoppedwith ServingSize cup
baconmakeadeliciousdishyoulllove
Cheeseandbuermilknishitofora PrepTime minutes

creamyandavorfulpotatoside CookTime to(hours

lb gbacon  Placebaconinaroom-temperatureskilletsetovermedium

heatandcookforminutesFlipoverbaconandcookfor
mediumredpotatoescutinto

tomoreminutesoruntilbaconiscrispyTransferbacon

-in cmcubes

toapapertowelcoveredplatetodrain

mediumyellowoniondiced
 Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookercombine

TBdriedparsley redpotatoesyellowonionparsleydillsaltgarlicpowder

tspdrieddill onionpowderchivesblackpepperandoliveoil

tspsalt  Crumblecookedbaconovertopofpotatomixture

12tspgarlicpowder  Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoronlowforor

hoursoruntilpotatoesaretender
12tsponionpowder
 Stircheddarcheeseandbuermilkintohotpotatoestop
12tspdriedchives withgreenonionsandservehot
14tspblackpepper
VariationYoucanomitthebaconforavegetarian-friendlyversion
TBoliveoil
cupsshredded
cheddarcheese
12 cupbu ermilk Starting the bacon in a cold pan lets the fat loosen up and
ensures the bacon cooks more evenly. Adding bacon to a
12cupslicedgreenonions
greenpartsonly
hot pan can result in scorching. Cooking bacon until crisp
before adding it to the slow cooker keeps the bacon from
getting too soggy during the slow cooking process. In this
dish, the bacon is crumbled over the top so it doesnt get
additional cooking time down in liquids where it would
become soggy. Keeping the bacon up on top helps it
remain crisp.

Cheesy Bacon and Ranch Potatoes


 Yield cups
Inthisbueryhoneymustardpotatodish
redpotatoesarecoatedintheacidicand ServingSize cup

slightlyspicyavorsofDijonmustard PrepTime minutes

Honeyaddsanicesweetnote
CookTime to(hours

mediumredpotatoescutinto  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookercombine

-in cmpieces redpotatoesyellowonionbuerhoneyDijonmustard

oreganosaltandblackpepper

mediumyellowoniondiced
 Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoronlowforor

14cupbu er
hoursoruntilpotatoesaretender
14cuphoney
 Stirandservehot

TBDijonmustard

tspdriedoregano

tspsalt
12tspblackpepper

Does it really matter what kind of onion you use in this recipe? Yes and no. Yellow onions and sweet
onions are the most versatile, and both work really well in the slow cooker. Yellow onions produce
a mild onion avor after the slow cooking process, sweet onions produce a mild onion avor plus a
slightly sweet note, and white onions produce a sharper onion avor and dont soften as much. Red
onions are best eaten raw.

 Versatile Vegetables
Honey MustardRoasted
Potatoes

Honey MustardRoasted Potatoes


Creamy Whipped Potatoes

 Versatile Vegetables
 Yield cups
Buerbuermilkandcreamcheeseadd
totheavorandcreaminessoftheseslow ServingSize cup

cookermashedpotatoesthatarewhipped PrepTime minutes

toadeliciouslysmoothtexture
CookTime to(hours

largerussetpotatoes  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplace
peeledandcubed russetpotatoes
cupschickenbroth  Pourinchickenbroth
12cupbu er  Coverandcookonlowfor orhoursoronhighor
hoursoruntilpotatoesaretender
oz gcreamcheese
 Drainexcessliquidfrompotatoes

cupbu ermilk
 Usinganelectricmixeronhighspeedwhippotatoesfor

12tspsalt
about minutesintheslowcooker
14cupgreenonionsgreen
 Addbuercreamcheesebuermilkandsaltontop
partsonlysliced optional
ofpotatoes

 Coverandcookonhighformorehourtoallowbuerand
creamcheesetomelt
 Whippotatoesforsecondsgarnishwithgreenonionsif
usingandserve

VariationForGarlicWhippedPotatoesaddclovesgarlic
mincedwiththebuer

Whipping the potatoes instead of mashing them produces a much smoother texture with little to no
chunks. The cream cheese and butter in this recipe help create a smooth and creamy texture.

Creamy Whipped Potatoes


Thin-slicedpotatoesbaskinacreamy Yield cups
sauceenhancedbytheearthyavorof ServingSize cup
nutmegTheslowcookeristheperfect
cookingtoolforthistenderandcreamy PrepTime minutes

potatoclassic CookTime tohours

largerussetpotatoespeeled  Slicerussetpotatoesintothinslicesapproximately18inch

millimetersthickPlaceslicesinalargebowl

cupheavycream
 Pourheavycreamoverpotatoesandgentlystiringarlic
clovesgarlicminced
Parmesancheesenutmegsaltandblackpepperto
12cupfreshlygrated coatpotatoes
Parmesancheese
 Pourpotatoesintoa-to-quart  -to
 -liter
12tspgroundnutmeg slowcooker
12tspsalt  Coverandcookonlowfortohoursoronhighfor
14tspblackpepper orhours

VariationForextracheesinessaddcupgratedcheddarcheeseon
topduringthelasthourofcooking

The easiest way to slice or scallop potatoes is using a food processor. It can take less than a minute to
scallop the potatoes for this recipe. A mandoline is also handy and easily creates thin, even slices. If
you dont have either of these tools, try using the slicing side of a cheese grater, rubbing the potatoes
against the slicer for thin slices. A knife is the most dicult tool to use because slicing potatoes thin
enough to be scalloped requires a very sharp knife and precision.

 Versatile Vegetables
Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped Potatoes


 Sweet Potato Casserole

 Versatile Vegetables
Buerysweetpotatoesareseasoned
Yield cups
withsugarandvanillaextractandtopped
withapecanstreuselThecombinationof ServingSize cup

crunchycrustandcreamywhippedsweet PrepTime minutes

potatoesmakesthisafavoritealmost-
tohours
dessertsidedish CookTime

mediumsweetpotatoes  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplacesweet
peeledandcubed potatoesPourinwater
cupswater  Coverandcookonhighfororhoursorlowfor 
orhours
12cupsugar
 Drainexcessliquidfromsweetpotatoes
12tsp
salt
 Usinganelectricmixeronhighspeedwhippotatoesfor
TB
buer
about minutesoruntilsmoothWhipinsugarsaltbuer
12cupmilk milkandvanillaextract
12tsp
vanillaextract  Smoothwhippedsweetpotatoesintotheboomofthe
12cupbrownsugar slowcooker
rmlypacked  Inasmallbowlandusingapastrycuercuttogetherbrown
13cupall-purposeour sugarall-purposeourandbueruntilmixtureresembles
cornmealStirinchoppedpecansandsprinklepecan
TB
buersoened mixtureoversweetpotatoes
12cupchoppedpecans
 Coverandcookonhighfor hours
 Servehot

A pastry cutter is a handheld kitchen tool consisting of several strips of parallel metal or blades
attached to a handle. Its most often used to cut fat into our. If you dont have a pastry cutter, you can
use two butter knives instead. Hold one butter knife in each hand with the tips in the dough, crossed
near the handles. Quickly cut the knives parallel to each other, moving them in opposite directions.
Repeat quickly, moving throughout the dough, cutting the butter into the our and, in this recipe, the
brown sugar.

Sweet Potato Casserole 

Thesweetnessoffreshbeetssweet Yield cups
potatoesandsweetonionscombinein ServingSize cup
thissavorysideGarlicandblackpepper
counteractthesweetnessmakingthisa PrepTime minutes

memorabledish CookTime tohours

mediumfreshbeetstops  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookercombine
removedpeeledandcubed beetssweetpotatoesandsweetonion
mediumsweetpotatoes  Pourinoliveoilandstirinbrownsugargarlicpowdersalt
peeledandcubed andblackpepper
largesweetoniondiced  Coverandcookonhighfororhoursorhighforor

hoursoruntilpotatoesandbeetsaretender
TB
oliveoil
TB
brownsugar
tsp
garlicpowder
tsp
salt
12tsp
blackpepper

Fresh beets will stain everything they touch. Pink hands and cutting boards are common after cooking
beets, as are stained shirts. Most stains can be rinsed away easily, but some people have been known
to have a pink tint to their ngers for up to a day after cutting beets. If this is a concern, you can wear
gloves to protect your hands and an apron to protect your clothes.

 Versatile Vegetables
Roasted Beets n Sweets

Roasted Beets n Sweets 

 Chapter 10

Pleasing Pastas,
Rice, and Beans
Whetheritsamaindishorasidedishtheslowcooker
turnspastasriceandbeansintoeasycookingIn
someofthepastarecipesinthischapterthenoodles
cookdirectlyintheslowcookerwhileotherscall
forcookingthepastaonthestoveaccordingtothe
packagedirectionsWithpastasthataretraditionally
bakedlikelasagnaandmacaroniandcheesethe
noodlescancookintheslowcookerSauce-based
dishesarebestservedoverfreshlycookedpastato
avoidmushynoodles

Usingslowcookerlinersorliningtheslowcookerwith
aluminumfoilisparticularlyusefulforpastasandrice
topreventsticking
 Classic Italian Lasagna

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Layersofsaucysausageandgroundbeef Yield slices
ameltycombinationoffourdierent ServingSize slice
cheeseslasagnapastaandItalianspices
makethisaclassicdishwiththeeaseof PrepTime minutes

theslowcooker CookTime tohours

lb
ggroundbeef  Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatcookgroundbeef
groundsausageandyellowonionstirringoccasionallyfor

lb
gground
tominutesoruntilmeatisbrownedDrainanyexcessfat
porksausage
fromthepan
 medium yellow onion, diced
 Stiringarlicsaltbasiloreganoandmarinarasauce
clovesgarlicminced
 Scoopaspoonfulofsaucemixtureintotheboomofa-to
tsp
salt -quart  -to
 -literovalslowcooker
tsp
driedbasil  Inasmallbowlwhisktogetherricoacheeseegg
 tsp. dried oregano andparsley

 cups marinara sauce  Place lasagnapastasheetsparallelintheboomofthe

slowcookerBreakanotherpastasheetinhalfandplaceon
oz
gricoacheese theendsoftheovalPastasheetswillexpandastheycook
largeegg Topwith13ricoamixturefollowedby14saucemixtureand
cupmozzarellacheese
TB
driedparsley
 Nextlayerpastasheetsasbeforetoppedby13ricoa
oven-readylasagna
mixture14saucemixtureandprovolonecheese
pastasheets

 Finallylayerpastasheetsasbeforetoppedbyremaining
cupsshredded
ricoacheese14saucemixtureandcupmozzarella
mozzarellacheese
 Topwithremainingpastasheetsandremainingsauce
slicesprovolonecheese
mixtureSprinklewithremainingcupmozzarellaand
12cupshredded Parmesancheese
Parmesancheese
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
 Cutintoslicesandservehot

VariationForSpinachLasagnaaddounces  gramsfrozen

spinachthawedandthoroughlydrainedevenlydividedontopof
eachricoalayer

Classic Italian Lasagna 

 Yield slices
Ahomemadecheese-lledwhitesauce
isthebasisforthislayeredvegetable ServingSize  slice

lasagnastarringartichokespinachand PrepTime minutes

sun-driedtomatoes
CookTime tohours

12cupbuer  Inalargesaucepanoverlowheatmeltbuer

mediumyellowoniondiced  Increaseheattomedium-highstirinyellowonionandsaut
stirringoccasionallyforaboutminutes
clovesgarlicminced
 Addgarlicandcookforaboutmoreminute
12cupall-purposeour
 Stirinall-purposeourandsalttoformathickpaste
tsp
salt
 Slowlystirinvegetablebrothandmilkbringtoaboiland
cupsvegetablebroth
simmerforsecondstoallowsaucetothickenRemove
12cupsmilk fromheat
cupsshredded  Stirin cupsmozzarellacheesebasiloreganoandblack
mozzarellacheese pepperuntilcheeseismeltedandcreamy
tsp
driedbasil
 Inamediumbowlcombinedrainedspinachartichoke
tsp
driedoregano heartsandsun-driedtomatoes

12tsp
blackpepper  Scoopaspoonfulofsauceintotheboomofa-to-quart
  -to
 -literovalslowcookerPlace lasagnapasta
oz
gfrozenspinach sheetsparallelintheboomoftheslowcookerBreak
thawedanddrainedwell anotherpastasheetinhalfandplaceontheendsoftheoval
cupschopped PastasheetswillexpandastheycookTopwith13ricoa
artichokehearts followedby13spinachmixtureand14cheesesauceRepeat
twomoretimestocreatethreelayersTopwithremaining
12cupssun-driedtomatoes
pastasheetsandsprinklemozzarellacheeseandParmesan
roughlychopped
cheeseovertop
oven-readylasagna
 Coverandcookonlowfortohours
pastasheets
 Sliceintoslicesandservehot
oz
gricoacheese
cupgratedParmesancheese

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

White Vegetable Lasagna

White Vegetable Lasagna 

 Tri-Tip Beef Strogano

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Acreamydarkmushroomsaucecoats
Yield cups
tenderbeeftri-tipinthiscomfortclassic
pastadishservedovereggnoodles ServingSize cups

Themeatisthehighlightofthepasta PrepTime minutes

practicallyfallingapartwithslowcooked
hours
tenderness CookTime

lb
kgtri-tipbeefroast  Placetri-tiproastintheboomofa-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerSeasonwithsaltandblackpepper
tsp
salt
 Inasmallbowlcombinecornstarchwithtablespoonbeef
12tsp
blackpepper
brothStircornstarchmixtureintoremainingbeefbrothand
TB
cornstarch pouraroundtri-tip
cupsbeefbroth  Toproastwithyellowonionandmushrooms
mediumyellowoniondiced  Coverandcookonlowforhours
oz
gmushroomssliced  Removeroastfromtheslowcookerandcutintobite-size
34cupsourcream chunksReturnmeattotheslowcookerstirinsourcream
andtopwithgreenonions
14cupslicedgreenonions
greenpartsonly  Cookeggnoodlesaccordingtothepackagedirections

lb
geggnoodles
 Servemeatsaucehotontopofcookedeggnoodles

Keeping the mushrooms on top of the meat and out of the liquid prevents them from getting soggy
during the slow cooking process.

Tri-Tip Beef Strogano 

Largeandavorfulmeatballsareslowly Yield cups
cookedinahomemadespagheisauce ServingSize cups
Makingthisclassicdishfromscratchis
simpliedusingthelowandslowmethoda PrepTime minutes

slowcookeroers CookTime orhours

-oz
#gcansdiced  InafoodprocessoredwithanSbladeorinablender
tomatoesdrained puretomatoestomatopasteyellowonion
clovesgarlic
teaspoonsaltsugarteaspoonbasilandblackpepper
TB
tomatopaste
untilsmoothPourtomatosauceintoa-to-quart  -to
12mediumyellowoniondiced
 -literslowcooker
clovesgarlicminced
 Inamediumbowlcombinegroundbeefbreadcrumbs
12tsp
salt Parmesancheeseremaining
clovesgarlicremaining
teaspoonbasilremaining12teaspoonsaltcrushedred
tsp
sugar pepperakesmilkandWorcestershiresauceUsingyour
tsp
driedbasil handskneadmixtureuntilwellmixedandforminto

meatballsPlacemeatballsintosauceintheslowcooker
12tsp
blackpepper
 Coverandcookonhighfororhours
lb
gleangroundbeef
 Cookspagheiaccordingtothepackagedirections
13cupdriedbreadcrumbs
 Servespagheihottoppedwithsauceandmeatballs
14cupgratedParmesancheese
12tsp
crushedred
pepperakes Making Homemade Spaghetti Sauce is simple in the
TB
milk slow cooker, and its easy to prepare a large batch. In
a 6- to 8-quart (5.5- to 7.5-liter) slow cooker, combine
TB
Worcestershiresauce 10 (14-ounce; 400-gram) cans diced tomatoes or 10
lb
guncookedspaghei
 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans
pounds (4.5 kilograms) fresh roma tomatoes, peeled and
cored; 14 cup olive oil; 3 medium yellow onions, diced;
10 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon salt; 3 teaspoons
sugar; 3 tablespoons dried basil; and 1 teaspoon black
pepper. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. Transfer
in batches to a food processor tted with an S blade or
a blender, and pure until smooth, or use an immersion
blender. Divide sauce and freeze in resealable plastic
freezer bags.
Spaghetti and Meatballs

Spaghetti and Meatballs 

 Secret Ingredient
Macaroni and Cheese

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Acreamycheddarcheesesauce
Yield cups
embraceselbowmacaronipastainthis
slowcookedhome-stylefavoriteThe ServingSize cup

not-so-secretingredientcayennehot PrepTime minutes

sauceenhancestheavorofthecheddar
orhours
withoutaddingmuchifanyheat CookTime

12cupbuermelted  Inalargebowlwhisktogetherbuerall-purposeoursalt

groundmustardonionpowderandwhitepeppertoform
12cupall-purposeour
pasteSlowlywhiskinmilkandstirincayennehotsauce
tsp
salt
 Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
12tsp
groundmustard elbowmacaroniandsharpcheddarcheesePourinmilk
12tsp
onionpowder mixtureandstirtocombinePatdownmacaronisoits
coveredinsauce
12tsp
whitepepper
 Coverandcookonlowfor orhoursoruntilmilkis
cupsmilk absorbedandpastaiscooked
TB
cayennehotsauce
VariationForBaconMacandCheeseaddpound grams
lb
guncookedelbow baconcookedandcrumbledjustbeforeserving
macaronipasta
12cupsshreddedsharp
cheddarcheese

Its all too easy to overcook pasta in the slow cooker, so be sure to check the macaroni at the lowest
end of the cook time range to see if its done.
Cayenne hot sauce (also called cayenne pepper hot sauce) is most often used for bualo wings. You
can nd it in many grocery stores in the condiment section.

Secret Ingredient Macaroni and Cheese $

 Yield cups
Inthisversatilecomfortfoodrecipelled
pastasaresmotheredbetweenlayersof ServingSize cup

cheeseandnishedowithclassictomato PrepTime minutes

marinarasauce
CookTime tohours

oz

kgfrozenravioli  Ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerplace
13ravioliTopwithcupmozzarellacheeseand13cup
cupsshredded
Parmesancheese
mozzarellacheese
 Createtwomorelayersinthesamefashioneachwith13
cupshredded
raviolitoppedwithcupmozzarellaand13cupParmesan
Parmesancheese
 Pourmarinarasauceoverpasta
cupsmarinarasauce
 Coverandcookonlowfor orhoursoruntilcheesesare
meltedandravioliareheatedthrough
 Servehot

VariationAddalayerofsautedonionandgarlicontopofthepasta
Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatheattablespoonoliveoil
Addmediumyellowoniondicedandclovesmincedgarlicand
sautfor to
minutes

Many avors of ravioli are available today. Simple meat-and-cheese-lled ravioli are the most
common, but you also can nd more gourmet avors like mushroom, spinach, butternut squash, or
even lobster. Any of these varieties can be used in this recipe. If youre using fresh, not frozen, ravioli
in this recipe, reduce the cook time by 1 or 2 hours.

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Cheesy Ravioli Casserole

Cheesy Ravioli Casserole 

 Brown Rice and
Black Bean Casserole

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

 Yield cups
Heartybrownriceismixedwithblack
beanszucchinicarrotsandmushrooms ServingSize cup

inthishealthydishTryitasamaincourse PrepTime minutes

oraside
CookTime orhours

12cupslong-grainbrownrice  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplacelong-
grainbrownricePourinvegetablebrothandoliveoiland
cupsvegetablebroth
seasonwithcuminandgarlic
TB
oliveoil
 Topricemixturewithyellowonionblackbeansgreenchiles
tsp
groundcumin zucchiniandcarrotsLayerbuonmushroomsontop
clovesgarlicminced  Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoruntilriceis
mediumyellowoniondiced cookedandliquidsareabsorbed

-oz
#gcanblackbeans  Tophotricewithmozzarellacheeseandletmelt
drainedandrinsed  Servehot
-oz
#gcandicedgreen
VariationCut poundskilogramboneless-skinlesschicken
chileswithliquid
breastsintobite-sizepiecesandlayerontopofriceCheckchicken
mediumzucchinistem fordonenessbeforeserving
removedanddiced
largecarrotspeeled
andshredded
oz
gbuon
mushroomssliced
cupsshredded
mozzarellacheese

The traditional method cooking of brown rice takes 40 to 60 minutes, whereas it only takes about
15 minutes to cook white rice. The hearty texture of brown rice makes it stand up really well in
slow cooking.

Brown Rice and Black Bean Casserole 

Thistraditionallytime-intensivecreamy Yield cups
ricedishissimpleintheslowcooker ServingSize cup
Arborioricesoaksinchickenbrothto
createacreamystarchsaucethatsserved PrepTime minutes

toppedwithfreshlysautedmushrooms CookTime orhours

cupschickenbroth  Ina-to-quart-to  -literslowcookercombine

chickenbrotharborioriceyellowonionsaltand
12cupsarboriorice
blackpepper
12mediumyellowoniondiced
 Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoruntilricehas
tsp
salt absorbedbroth
12tsp
blackpepper  Removericefromtheslowcookerandstirinbuerand
TB
buer Parmesancheeseuntilmelted

13cupgratedParmesancheese  InalargeskilletoverhighheatheatoliveoilAdd

mushroomsandcookstirringoccasionallyforto
TB
oliveoil minutes
oz
gmushroomssliced  Topricewithcookedmushroomsandservehot

The mushrooms are added at the end of this recipe to keep them fresh and not soggy. Until theyre
added, this recipe is a nice, easily adaptable base recipe for risotto. You can also add various
vegetables to the risotto and steam them on top of the rice. Try asparagus, broccoli, or fennel,
for example.

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Creamy Mushroom Risotto

Creamy Mushroom Risotto 

 Un-Fried Rice

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Inthiseasyslowcookeddishyougetall Yield cups
thesesameandsoyavorsofrestaurant- ServingSize cup
stylefriedricewithoutthefryingCarrots
andpeasaddcolorandmoreavorinthis PrepTime minutes

tastyside CookTime orhours

cupslong-grainwhiterice  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplace
long-grainwhitericeAddwateroliveoilsoysauceand
cupswater
sesameoil
TB
oliveoil
 Sprinkleyellowonioncarrotsandpeasontopof
TB
soysauce ricemixture
TB
toastedsesameoil  Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoruntilriceis
mediumyellowoniondiced cookedthroughandliquidshavebeenabsorbed

mediumcarrots  Servehot
peeledanddiced
VariationYoucancrackor eggsontopofthecookedriceand
12cupfrozenpeasthawed cookonhighformorehouroruntiltheeggiscookedthroughStir
andserve

Sesame oil is a vegetable oil derived from sesame seeds. Toasted sesame oil comes from toasted
sesame seeds and has a strong, nutty avor. You can nd both regular and toasted versions in most
well-stocked grocery stores in the international section near items like soy sauce.

Un-Fried Rice 

Tomatoesandchilipowdergivethisrice Yield cups
dishitsbrightredcolorOnionsbell ServingSize cup
peppersgreenchilesandgarlicgiveit
aavorreminiscentofsalsamakingita PrepTime minutes

perfectpartnerwithotherMexicandishes CookTime orhours

cuplong-grainwhiterice  Ina-to-quart-to  -literslowcookerplacelong-

grainwhiterice
cupschickenbroth

 Pourinchickenbrothseasonwithsaltandchilipowderand
tsp
salt
stirtocombine
tsp
chilipowder
 Layerinyellowoniongreenbellpepperandgreenchiles
mediumyellowoniondiced
largegreenbellpepperribs
orhoursoruntilriceis
andseedsremovedanddiced
-oz
withliquidandtopwithtomatoesandjuiceandgarlic
 Coverandcookonhighfor
cookedthrough
#gcandicedgreen  Stirtocombineandservehot
chileswithliquid
-oz
#gcandiced
tomatoeswithjuice
clovesgarlicminced

This dish doesnt come from Spainits actually a dish native to the southwestern United States,
where its usually served as an accompaniment to Mexican cuisine. The name references the language
spoken in Mexico rather than the country of origin. Similar dishes are served in Mexico under various
names, but most commonly its just referred to as rice.

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Spanish Rice

Spanish Rice $

 Boston Baked Beans

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Sweetandsaltynavybeansare Yield cups
cookedlowandslowinthisclassic ServingSize cup
beandishMolassesandbrownsugar
PrepTime minutes%plus
providethesignaturesweetnessthat hourssoaktime
makesthisrecipeafamilyfavorite CookTime tohours

cupsdrynavybeans  Inalargebowlcovernavybeanswithwaterandsetasideto

soakforhoursorovernight
cupswater
 Drainbeansandtransfertoa-to-quart  -to
 -liter
mediumyellowoniondiced
slowcooker
largeredbellpepperribsand
 Stirinyellowonionredbellpeppermolassesbrownsugar
stemsremovedanddiced
ketchupWorcestershiresaucesaltgarlicpowderchili
14cupmolasses powdergroundmustardandblackpepper
cupbrownsugarrmlypacked  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
12cupsketchup
VariationForasmokyporkavoraddpound gramsbacon
TB
Worcestershiresauce cookedandcrumbledjustbeforeserving
tsp
salt
tsp
garlicpowder
tsp
chilipowder
12tsp
groundmustard
12tsp
blackpepper

Theres a debate in the culinary world about whether soaking beans is even necessary. Soaking
shortens the beans cook time, but it might not really do much more than that. Navy beans are quite
hard and benet from the shortened cook time that comes from soaking. Without soaking, navy beans
may take 14 to 16 hours or more to cook in the slow cooker.
When working with dried beans, before soaking them or adding them to your recipe, be sure to pick
through them. Sort through the beans, and pick out any stones, debris, or damaged beans you nd.

Boston Baked Beans 

Refriedbeansareastaplesidein Yield cups
MexicancuisineSeasonedwithonion ServingSize 12cup
garlicandjalapeoandgivenarichness
fromthebuerthesebeansaretasty PrepTime minutes

avorfuldish CookTime tohours

cupsdrypintobeans  Pickthroughpintobeansandremoveanystonesor

shriveledbeansPlacebeansina-to-quart  -to
tsp
salt

 -literslowcooker
mediumyellowoniondiced
 Stirinsaltyellowoniongarlicandjalapeoand
clovesgarlicminced pourinwater
jalapeostemremoved  Coverandcookonlowfortohours
andminced
 Transferbeanstoacolandertodrain
cupswater
 InafoodprocessoredwithanSbladepurebeansor
12cupbuer mashbyhandwithapotatomasher
 Stirinbueruntilcompletelymelted

 Servehot

VariationForafat-freeversionyoucanomitthebuer

Traditionally, refried beans are made by cooking the beans and then frying them in lard with spices. If
you like, you can use the same amount of lard in place of butter for a more authentic avor.

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

Mexican Refried Beans

Mexican Refried Beans 

White Beans and Pancetta

 Pleasing Pastas, Rice, and Beans

 Yield cups
Whitebeansandsaltypanceacook ServingSize cup
togetherinthissubtleyetavorfulbean
dishThissidepairswellwithItalianmeals PrepTime minutes

CookTime tohours

cupsdryGreat  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplaceGreat
Northernbeans NorthernbeansPourinchickenbrothandstirinsalt
cupschickenbroth  Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheatcookpanceaand
yellowonionstirringoccasionallyfor to
minutesAdd
12tsp
salt
garlicduringthelastminuteofcooking
oz
gdicedpancea
 Transferpanceaandoniontotheslowcooker
mediumyellowoniondiced
 Coverandcook
clovesgarlicminced
VariationForanearthyavorstirin tablespoonsdriedrosemary
withthegarlic

Pancetta is an Italian bacon. Although its cut from the same part of the pig, the dierence comes
in the curing: bacon is smoked, whereas pancetta is not. The two can be used interchangeably in
recipes; using bacon will add a smoky element to a dish.

White Beans and Pancetta 

 Chapter 11

Bountiful Breads
Youcancreatedelightfulbreadsrollsandmore
inyourslowcookernorisingtimerequired!A
parchmentpaperlinerisusedinmostoftherecipes
soyoucanquicklyandeasilyremovethenished
breadsoitdoesntcontinuetocookfromtheheat
ofthestonewareinsertAndbecauseslowcooker
breadscansometimesburnonthesideoppositethe
controlpanelswherethestonewaregetsthehoest
youmightwanttoconstructaprotectiveheatbarrier
Folda -inch-centimeterpieceofaluminumfoil
lengthwiseinhalfthreetimesandplaceitintheinsert
beforepreparingtherecipeOrusetraditionalbread
pansIfittsinyourcookeryoucanuseitThecook
timewillbeabitlongerbutyoullavoidanyburned
edgesoruncookedcenters
Themoistureoftheslowcookercreates Yield loaf
aneasyandversatilepeasant-styleloaf ServingSize slice
breadwithachewycrustandaso
interiorShapeithoweveryoudlikefrom PrepTime minutes

abagueetoaroundloaf CookTime orhours

12tsp
instantdryyeast  Inalargebowlandusinganelectricmixeronmedium
speedcombineinstantdryyeastsaltlukewarmwaterand
12tsp
salt
cupsall-purposeourContinuetokneadonmediumuntil
cuplukewarmwater mixtureformsadoughballaddingmoreourasnecessary
to12cupsall-purposeour topreventdoughfromstickingtothesidesofthebowl
 Removedoughfromthebowlanduseyourhandstoshape
doughintothedesiredloafshapePlaceina-to-quart
  -to
 -literslowcooker
 Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoruntilloafsounds
hollowwhenthumped
 Immediatelyremovebreadfromtheslowcookerand
transfertoawireracktocool

VariationForCrustyHerbBreadkneaddriedherbsintothedough
instepTryteaspoondriedrosemarybasiloryourchoiceherb
oracombinationequalingteaspoonForGarlicLoafadd cloves
garlicminced

Slicing the tops of bread loaves is traditionally done to prevent the loaves from cracking during
baking. The slow cooking method doesnt require slicing, but you can still do this for aesthetic
purposes. Use a sharp knife to slash a few parallel 14-inch-deep (.5-centimeter-deep) slices into the
top of the dough before baking.

 Bountiful Breads

Crusty Loaf Bread

Crusty Loaf Bread $

 Dinner Rolls

 Bountiful Breads

 Yield rolls
Thesesopull-apartdinnerrollsare ServingSize roll
perfectforbueringandservingalongside
allkindsofdinners PrepTime minutes

CookTime orhours

cupwarmmilk  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwith
parchmentpaper
TB
instantdryyeast

 Inalargebowlcombinewarmmilkinstantdryyeast
TB
sugar
sugarandsalt
tsp
salt
 Usinganelectricmixeredwithadoughhookonmedium
TB
buersoened
12cupsall-purposeouruntil
largeegg
12tocupsall-purposeour
speedmixinbuereggand
doughpullsawayfromthesidesofthebowlAddremaining
12cupourasnecessarytopreventsticking
 Dividedoughinto
piecesrollintoballsandplaceinthe
boomofthepreparedslowcookersotheyretouching
 Coverandcookonhighfor
orhours
 Removerollsfromtheslowcookerandservewarmorcool
onawirerack

VariationBrushthetopsofthecookedrollswith tablespoons
meltedbuerwhenyouremovethemfromtheslowcookerforshiny
bueryrolls

The slow heating process of the slow cooker builds the rising time into the cooking time. By the time
the slow cooker reaches maximum temperature (200F; 90C), the yeast has had time to work and
the dough has begun to rise and cook.

Dinner Rolls 

Fluyfocacciaissprinkledwithseasalt Yield pieces
androsemaryinthisoliveoilglazedItalian ServingSize piece
breadTheslowcookeryieldsacrispy
boomcrustandasteamedtopthats PrepTime minutes

perfectlydelicious CookTime hours

cupwarmwater  Inalargebowlcombinewarmwatersaltinstantdryyeast

sugartablespoonoliveoiland cupsall-purposeour
12tsp
salt
 Usinganelectricmixeredwithadoughhookonmedium
12tsp
instantdryyeast
speedkneaduntildoughpullsawayfromthesidesofthe
12tsp
sugar bowlandformsalargedoughballAddremaining12cup
TB
oliveoil ourasnecessarytopreventsticking

to12cupsall-purposeour  Turnoutdoughontoalightlyouredsurfaceandrollto

12inch centimetersthick
tsp
driedrosemary
 Useyourhandstostretchdoughtottheshapeofthe
14tsp
seasalt boomofa-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerand
placedoughintheslowcooker
 Drizzleremainingtablespoonoliveoiloverdoughand
sprinklewithrosemaryandseasaltUseyourngertipsto
createindentationsalloverdough
 Coverandcookonhighfor hours

 Removefocacciafromtheslowcookerandcoolona
wirerack

VariationForOliveFocacciaBreadadd12cupslicedolivesto
thetopofthedoughinstep withtheoliveoilWhencreating
indentationsinthedoughgentlypresstheolivesintotheloaf

Creating indentations in the dough gives the nished focaccia its typical dotted look and makes small
wells for the olive oil to puddle in, keeping the bread moist.

 Bountiful Breads

Rosemary Focaccia Bread
with Sea Salt

Rosemary Focaccia Bread with Sea Salt 

 Rye Bread

 Bountiful Breads

Carawayplaysthestarringroleinthis Yield loaf
deliciouslightryeYoucancreatea ServingSize slice
darkryeversionofthisstapleEastern
Europeanbreadjustbyaddingafew PrepTime minutes

simpleingredients CookTime orhours

12tsp
instantdryyeast  Inalargebowlcombineinstantdryyeastwatercaraway
seedssaltryeourandcupall-purposeour
cupswater
 Usinganelectricmixeredwithadoughhookonmedium
tsp
carawayseeds
speedkneaddoughuntilitpullsawayfromthesidesofthe
tsp
salt bowlandformsalargedoughballAddremaining12cup
cupryeour ourasnecessarytopreventsticking

to12cupsall-purposeour  Shapedoughintoaballandplaceintheboomofa-to
-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
 Coverandcookonhighfor orhours
 Removeloaffromtheslowcookerandcoolonawirerack

VariationForDarkRyeBreadaddtablespoonsdarkbrownsugar
tablespoonsmolassesandtablespooncocoapowderwiththe
oursYouprobablywontneedasmuchall-purposeourandlikely
wontusethefullremaining12cupinstep 

In the United States, rye bread is often used for sandwiches. (Nothing beats a tuna on rye, and
Reuben sandwiches wouldnt be the same without the rye.) Dont limit your rye to just sandwiches,
though. Make it into toast, or just enjoy the distinct avors of caraway and rye plain as a side.

Rye Bread 

Thissweetslowcookedcornbreadis
Yield slices
incrediblymoistSweetenedwithalile
sugarandloadedwithcornmealthe ServingSize slice

resultisabrightyellowcornbreadthats PrepTime minutes

perfectalongsidesoupsstewsandmany
orhours
otherdishes CookTime

12cupbuermelted  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwithan
aluminumfoilbarrierandparchmentpaper
23cupsugar
 Inalargebowlwhisktogethermeltedbuersugareggs
largeeggs
andbuermilkuntilwellcombined
cupbuermilk
 Stirinyellowcornmealall-purposeourbakingsodaand
cupyellowcornmeal saltuntilsmooth
cupall-purposeour  Pourbaerintothepreparedslowcooker
12tsp
bakingsoda  Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoruntilcenterof
12tsp
salt cornbreadisset
 Removecornbreadfromtheslowcookerandcoolona
wirerack

VariationForachunky-stylecornbreadaddcupfrozencorn
kernelsthawedanddrainedtothedoughinstep

Cornbread made traditionally in the southern United States is made without any sugar, while most
nonsoutherners are accustomed to the sweetened version.

 Bountiful Breads
Cornbread

Cornbread 
 Banana Bread

 Bountiful Breads

 Yield miniloavesor
regularloaf
Over-ripebananasaddastrongbanana
ServingSize slice
avortothissweetmoistbreadwhile
walnutsbringapleasantcrunch PrepTime minutes

CookTime orhours

14cupbuermelted  Lightlycoat mini12 3414-inch 

-
centimeterloafpansorregular -inch
12cupsugar
  
 -centimeterloafpanwithnonstickcooking
largeegg sprayBesurethepanstintoa-to-quart  -to
12tsp
vanillaextract
 -literslowcooker

34cupall-purposeour  Inalargebowlcombinemeltedbuersugareggand

vanillaextractuntileggiswellincorporated
12tsp
bakingsoda
 Stirinall-purposeourbakingsodaandsaltuntilsmooth
14tsp
salt
 Foldinsourcreamwalnutsandbanana
14cupsourcream
 Pourbaerintothepreparedpansandsetthepansin
14cupchoppedwalnuts theslowcooker
mediumbananapeeled  Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoruntilcenterof
andmashed breadisset

 Removethepansfromtheslowcookerandcoolonawire
rackbeforeremovingbreadfromthepans

VariationYoucaneasilydoublethisrecipeandcookthebread
ina-to-quart  -to
 -literslowcookerlinedwith
parchmentpaper

Bananas don't go bad as much as they change stages of ripeness. Bananas start out green and turn
yellow as they ripen. Black spots start to appear after a few days, signifying a change in the bananas
ripenessand sweetness. Spotted bananas are sweeter. Bananas that have completely black skins
have an intense avor and are best for use in breads, puddings, and pies.

Banana Bread $

 Yield miniloavesor
Thisfavoritequickbreadisavoredwith regularloaf

pumpkinandspicedwiththeclassic ServingSize slice

combinationofcinnamonnutmegcloves PrepTime minutes

andjustapinchofginger
CookTime orhours

 cup pumpkin pure  Lightlycoat mini12 3414-inch 

-
centimeterloafpansorregular -inch
 large eggs
  
 -centimeterloafpanwithnonstickcooking
12 cup applesauce sprayBesurethepanstintoa-to-quart  -to
13 cup water
 -literslowcooker

12 cups sugar  Inalargebowlcombinepumpkinpureeggsapplesauce

watersugarall-purposeourbakingsodasaltcinnamon
34 cups all-purpose our nutmegclovesandgingeruntilsmooth
 tsp. baking soda  Pourbaerintothepreparedloafpansandsetthepans
34 tsp. salt intheslowcooker
12 tsp. ground cinnamon  Coverandcookonhighfor orhoursoruntilcenterof
breadisset
12 tsp. ground nutmeg
 Removethepansfromtheslowcookerandcoolonawire
14 tsp. ground cloves
rackbeforeremovingbreadfromthepans
18 tsp. ground ginger
VariationForChocolate-ChipPumpkinBreadadd12cupmini
chocolatechipstothebaer

If you dont have a pan that can t into your slow cooker, you can cook this bread in the stoneware
insert lined with an aluminum foil barrier and parchment paper. Doubling the recipe provides enough
batter to yield a nice loaf of bread when cooked in a 6- to 8-quart (5.5- to 7.5-liter) slow cooker.

 Bountiful Breads

Pumpkin Bread

Pumpkin Bread 

 Chapter 12

Slow Cooker
Sweets
Perhapsthemostpleasantsurpriseoftheslowcooker
isitsabilitytoproducesomeamazingdessertswith
absoluteeaseWhatsmorethecooktimesare
generallyshortsoyoucangetyourdessertgoingrst
andhaveithotandreadywhendinnerisoverThis
isparticularlyusefulwhenhostingguestsordinner
partiesandfreesyoutoenjoyyourcompanyinstead
ofbeingstuckinthekitchencooking
 Apple Dumplings

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Soandwarmsugar-and-spiceapples Yield dumplings
arewrappedinasweetpastrydough ServingSize dumpling
anddrizzledwithacinnamonbuermilk
syrupforanupdatedversionofthisold- PrepTime minutes

fashionedfavorite CookTime orhours

cupsall-purposeour  Inalargebowlcombineall-purposeourconfectioners

sugarbakingpowderandsalt
34cupconfectionerssugar
 Usingapastrycueror buerknivescut12cupbuer
TB
bakingpowder
intoourmixtureuntilitresemblescoarsemeal
tsp
salt
 Pourinmilkandusingyourhandskneadmixtureinto
14cupsbuer ballofdough
12cupmilk  Turnoutdoughontoalightlyouredatsurfaceandusing
14cupbrownsugar arollingpinrolldoughintoa14-inch-thick -centimeter-
rmlypacked thicksquareCutintosquares

12 tsp
groundcinnamon  Inasmallbowlcombine14cupbuerbrownsugar
teaspooncinnamonandnutmeg
12tsp
groundnutmeg
 PlaceappleoneachdoughsquareDividebrownsugar
mediumGrannySmithapples mixtureamongapplesllingthehollowed-outcore
peeledandcored

 Gentlypulldoughupandaroundapplewrappingentire
cupsugar appleindoughandpinchinganyseamstogetherPlace
cupbuermilk wrappedapplesina-to-quart  -to
 -liter
slowcooker
TB
vanillaextract
 Coverandcookonhighfororhours
12tsp
bakingsoda
 Inalargesaucepanovermediumheatmeltremaining12cup
buerStirinsugarbuermilkvanillaextractandremaining
12teaspooncinnamonIncreaseheattohighbringtoaboil
Dont substitute pu pastry
andboilforsecondsRemovefromheatandstirinbaking
for the dough made in
sodauntilfoamdissipates
this recipe. Pu pastry
requires a blast of heat in  Serveappledumplingshotwithsyruppouredovertop
order to pu.

Apple Dumplings 
 Yield cups
Cinnamonandsugarcoatedapplesare
cookedtoadelicatecaramelizedstate ServingSize cup

andtoppedwithabrownsugarand PrepTime minutes

oatcrumble
CookTime orhours

mediumapplespeeled  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookercombine
coredandsliced appleswithsugarcornstarchandcinnamon
cupsugar  Inamediumbowlcombinequickoatsall-purposeour
brownsugarbakingpowderandbakingsoda
tsp
cornstarch
 Usingapastrycueror buerknivescutbuerintoour
tsp
groundcinnamon
mixtureuntilitresemblesacoarsemeal
cupquickoats
 Sprinkleoatmixtureoverapplesintheslowcooker
cupall-purposeour
 Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoruntilapples
cupbrownsugarrmlypacked aretender
14tsp
bakingpowder  Servehot
14tsp
bakingsoda
VariationForanApple-BlueberryCrumblereplace appleswith
12cupbuer cupsfreshorfrozenblueberriesthawediffrozen

Thousands of varieties of apples are grown all over the world. Some of the most commonly available
are Gala, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, McIntosh, and Red Delicious. Each has its
own distinct characteristics. Gala, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, and Honeycrisp, each with a
dierent balance of sweet and tart, are great for all-around cooking. McIntoshes break down more
easily and are great for applesauce, but in an apple dessert, you might want apples that hold their
shape better. Its best not to bake with Red Delicious apples. Theyre better eaten out of hand.

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Apple Crumble

Apple Crumble 
 Peach Cobbler

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Peachessweetenedwithsugarand Yield cups
brightenedwithlemonserveasthebase ServingSize cup
inthistastycobblerAsweetbiscuit
doughisheapedontoptoprovidethe PrepTime minutes

ultimatecobblertop CookTime orhours

mediumfreshpeachespied  Ina-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerplace
peeledandsliced peachesAddsugarlemonzestlemonjuicecornstarchand
vanillaextractandtosstocombine
13cupsugar
 Inalargebowlcombineall-purposeoursaltbaking
Zestofmediumlemon
powderandconfectionerssugarUsingapastrycuer
Juiceofmediumlemon or buerknivescutbuerintoourmixtureuntilit
tsp
cornstarch resemblescornmeal

12tsp
vanillaextract  Slowlystirinhalf-and-halftoformthickbaerSpoonbaer
overpeachesinlargeheaps
cupsall-purposeour
 Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoruntildoughis
tsp
salt cookedthrough
TB
bakingpowder  Servehot
34cupconfectionerssugar
VariationIfpeachesarenotinseasonyoucanuse -ounce
12cupbuer  -gramcanspeachesinwaternotsyrupdrained
cuphalf-and-half

This recipe is so easy to customize. For a Berry Cobbler, use a mixture of 3 cups berries instead of
peaches. For Apple Cobbler, use 8 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced.

Peach Cobbler $
Sweetjuicypearsarecookedtotender Yield pears
perfectioninatartacidicandsweet ServingSize pear
vanilla-orangesyrupCinnamonaddsa
warmandinvitingavortothisfantastic PrepTime minutes

fruitdessert CookTime hours

mediumpearspeeled  CorepearsfromtheboomleavingstemintactPlace

coredpearsontheirsidesina-to-quart  -to
12cupsorangejuice

 -literslowcooker
12cupbrownsugar
 Inamediumbowlwhisktogetherorangejuicebrownsugar
rmlypacked
sugarvanillaextractandcinnamonPoursyrupoverpears
14cupsugar
 Coverandcookonhighforhour
TB
vanillaextract
 Flipoverpearscoverandcookonhighformorehouror
tsp
groundcinnamon untilpearsareso
 Servehotdrizzledwithjuices

You could stand the pears upright in the slow cooker and baste them with the syrup later, but turning
them on their sides allows them to soak in the avors of the syrup. Flipping them halfway through the
cook time ensures you get fully poached pears.

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Vanilla-Orange
Poached Pears

Vanilla-Orange Poached Pears 

 Salted Caramel
Rice Pudding

 Slow Cooker Sweets

 Yield cups
Creamyricepuddingisswirledwitha
homemadesaltedcaramelsaucefor ServingSize cup

adecadentlysweetversionofclassic PrepTime minutes

ricepudding
CookTime 12to12hours

34cuparboriorice  Ina-or-quart-to-literslowcookerplace

arboriorice
cupsmilk
 Inamediumbowlwhisktogethermilk12cupsugar
12cupssugar
14 teaspoonsaltandeggPouroverrice
14tsp
salt
 Coverandcookonhighfor 12to12hoursoruntilriceis
largeegg cookedthroughandmostofliquidsareabsorbedleavinga
TB
buerdiced creamysauce

12cupheavycream  Inasmallsaucepanovermediumheatcombineremaining

cupsugarandbuerCookstirringconstantlyforto 
minutesoruntilbuerandsugararemeltedandtakeona
goldencolor
 Slowlypourinheavycreambringtoaboilandsimmerfor
minutesRemovefromheatandstirinremaining
teaspoonsalt
 Stirhalfofsaltedcaramelsauceintocookedricepudding

 Servehotwithremainingcarameldrizzledovertop

VariationIfyoudonthavetimetomakeyourowncaramelsauceyou
canuseajarofcaramelicecreamtoppinginstead

Traditional rice pudding is made with vanilla extract, a little butter, raisins, and either long- or short-
grain white rice. Arborio rice holds up well in slow cooking and produces a hearty rice pudding. It also
has a natural creaminess, thanks to its additional starch, that enriches the puddings creamy texture.

Salted Caramel Rice Pudding 

 Yield slices
Buerycroissantsaresoakedina
vanillacustardsprinkledwithchunksof ServingSize slice

whitechocolateinthisultradecadent PrepTime minutes

breadpudding
CookTime tohours

largecroissants  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwith
parchmentpaper
cupswhitechocolatechips
 Tearcroissantsintobite-sizepiecesandplacetheminthe
largeeggs
slowcooker
cupsmilk
 Sprinklewhitechocolatechipsovercroissants
cupsheavycream
 Inalargebowlandusingawhiskbeateggsuntil
23cupsugar wellcombined
tsp
vanillaextract  Whiskinmilkheavycreamsugarandvanillaextractand
pourmixtureoverbread
 Coverandcookonhighforhoursoronlowforhours

 Sliceintoslicesandservewarm

VariationForMilkChocolateBreadPuddingusemilkchocolate
chipsinplaceofthewhitechocolatechipsandadd13cup
unsweetenedcocoapowderwiththesugar

The kind of bread you use in a bread pudding aects the end result in both taste and texture. You can
use French bread successfully as well as challah, brioche, and even sourdough.

 Slow Cooker Sweets

White Chocolate
Bread Pudding

White Chocolate Bread Pudding 

 Mile-High Chocolate
Fudge Brownies

 Slow Cooker Sweets

 Yield slices
Thesebrowniesarethickandgooey ServingSize slice
forafudgelikebrowniethatsworthyof
beingdevoured PrepTime minutes

CookTime orhours

cupbuermelted  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwithan
aluminumfoilbarrierandparchmentpaper
14cupssugar
 Inalargebowlandusingalargerubberspatulacombine
largeeggs
buerandsugar
14cupsunsweetened
 Usinganelectricmixeronmediumspeedmixineggs
cocoapowder
 Reducethemixerspeedtolowandmixincocoapowder
tsp
salt
saltbakingpowderandvanillaextract
tsp
bakingpowder
 Usingthespatulaagainstirinall-purposeourandmilk
TB
vanillaextract chocolatechipsuntilcombinedPourbaerintothe
12cupsall-purposeour slowcooker

cupmilkchocolatechips  Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoruntilmiddleof
browniesnolongerjiggle

 Removebrowniesfromtheslowcookerandcoolonawire
rackbeforeslicing

It can be dicult to tell when brownies, breads, and other desserts are nished in the slow cooker
because the center often remains shiny and appears to be uncooked. The best way to test for
doneness is to tug on the parchment liner to see if the middle jiggles. Youll be able to tell if the center
is still raw and in a liquid state.

Mile-High Chocolate Fudge Brownies 

 Yield slices
Thetraditionalelementsofcampre ServingSize slice
smoresarelayeredintoarichfudge
brownietoppedwithpuymarshmallows PrepTime minutes

CookTime orhours

12cupbuermelted  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwithan
aluminumfoilbarrierandparchmentpaper
cupsugar
 Inalargebowlandusingalargerubberspatulacombine
largeeggs
buerandsugar
12cupunsweetened
 Usinganelectricmixeronmediumspeedmixineggs
cocoapowder
 Reducethemixerspeedtolowandmixincocoapowder
12tsp
salt
saltbakingpowderandvanillaextract
12tsp
bakingpowder
 Usingthespatulaagainstirinall-purposeour
12tsp
vanillaextract
 Pourhalfofbaerintotheslowcooker
34cupall-purposeour

 Createasinglelayerofgrahamcrackerontopofbaer
x12-in
#x
cm breakingcrackerstotasneeded
grahamcrackers
 Breakchocolatecandybarsintopiecesandscaerina

-oz
#gmilkchocolate singlelayerontopofgrahamcrackers
candybars
 Stircupminimarshmallowsintoremainingbrowniebaer
cupsminimarshmallows andpourovertopofchocolatecandybars
 Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoruntilmiddleof
browniesnolongerjiggle
 Sprinkleremaining cupsminimarshmallowsover
The marshmallows are added in cookedbrownies
two spots because they liquefy   Removebrowniesfromtheslowcookerandcoolonawire
when heated. The rst cup rackbeforeslicing
melts and adds sweetness to
the top brownie layer, and the
remaining 2 cups stay mostly
intact on top.

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Smores Brownies

Smores Brownies $

Peanut Butter Fudge Cake

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Asoandgooeypeanutbuercake Yield cups
sitsatopahotfudgelayerofchocolate ServingSize 34cup
goodnessinthisultraindulgentdessert
perfectforloversofchocolateand PrepTime minutes

peanutbuer CookTime orhours

cupall-purposeour  Inalargebowlcombineall-purposeoursugarpeanut

buerbakingsodabakingpowdersaltbuermilkwater
cupsugar
vegetableoilandvanillaextractPourmixtureintoa-to
12cupcreamypeanutbuer -quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
tsp
bakingsoda  Sprinklemilkchocolatechipsbrownsugarandcocoa
12tsp
bakingpowder powderovertopofbaer

12tsp
salt  PourboilingwaterovercakebaerDonotstir

12cupbuermilk  Coverandcookonhighfor orhours

12cupwater  Servewarm

TB
vegetableoil
tsp
vanillaextract
cupmilkorsemisweet
chocolatechips
12cupbrownsugar
rmlypacked
14cupunsweetened
cocoapowder
14cupsboilingwater

This cake is assembled with the peanut butter cake on bottom and the fudge layer on top, but the
layers reverse during cooking!

Peanut Butter Fudge Cake 

Gooeyrichanddecadenthardlybegin Yield cups
todescribethismagnicentchocolate ServingSize 34cup
dessertServewithascoopofvanilla
icecreamforanindulgenthotand PrepTime minutes

colddessert CookTime orhours

cupall-purposeour  Inalargebowlcombineall-purposeoursugar12cup

cocoapowderbakingsodabakingpowdersaltbuermilk
cupsugar
watervegetableoilandvanillaextractPourbaerintoa
34cupunsweetened -to-quart  -to
 -literslowcooker
cocoapowder
 Sprinklemilkchocolatechipsbrownsugarandremaining
tsp
bakingsoda 14cupcocoapowderovertopofcakebaer
12tsp
bakingpowder  PourhotwaterovercakeDonotstir
12tsp
salt  Coverandcookonhighfor orhours
12cupbuermilk  Servewarm
12cupwater
TB
vegetableoil
tsp
vanillaextract
cupmilkorsemisweet
chocolatechips
34cupbrownsugar
rmlypacked
12cupshotwater

This recipe produces a very gooey cake. As the cake cools, it will begin to rm. You can eat this
dessert cooled, but its best served warm.

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Chocolate Mud Cake

Chocolate Mud Cake 

Almond Poppy Seed Cake

 Slow Cooker Sweets

 Yield slices
Thesweetavorofalmondandpoppy ServingSize slice
seedscombineinatraditionalwhitecake
foralusciouslysweetandnuydessert PrepTime minutes

CookTime hours

12cupsall-purposeour  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwithan
aluminumfoilbarrierandparchmentpaper
cupssugar
 Inalargebowlcombineall-purposeoursugarbaking
tsp
bakingpowder
powderandbakingsoda
12tsp
bakingsoda
 Pourinbuermilkmeltedbueralmondextracteggsand
13cupsbuermilk poppyseedsandwhiskuntilsmooth
12cupbuermelted  Pourbaerinthepreparedslowcooker
tsp
almondextract  Coverandcookonhighfororhoursoruntilcenterof
largeeggs cakeisset

TB
poppyseeds  Removecakefromtheslowcookerandcoolonawirerack
beforeslicing

VariationForLemonPoppySeedCakereplacethealmondextract
withlemonextractForplainWhiteCakereplacethealmondextract
withvanillaextractandomitthepoppyseeds

This cake is sweet enough that it doesnt require any frosting, but a simple glaze can be a nice
aesthetic touch. In a small bowl, whisk together 112 cups confectioners sugar with 2 tablespoons
milk. Add more milk as necessary to achieve the consistency you want. Allow the cake to cool
completely before pouring glaze over the top.

Almond Poppy Seed Cake 

 Yield slices
Thesubtlecitrusavoroflemonbrightens
thissweetanddensecakeTheslow ServingSize slice

cookerkeepsthecakeextramoistfora PrepTime minutes

perfectpoundcake
CookTime hours

cupsall-purposeour  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwithan
aluminumfoilbarrierandparchmentpaper
cupssugar
 Inalargebowlcombineall-purposeoursugarsaltand
12tsp
salt
bakingsoda
14tsp
bakingsoda
 Usinganelectricmixeronmediumspeedwhipbuerinto
cupbuersoened ourmixture
largeeggs  Mixineggsbuermilklemonextractvanillaextractand
cupbuermilk lemonzestuntilsmooth

tsp
lemonextract  Pourbaerintothepreparedslowcooker

tsp
vanillaextract  Coverandcookonhighforhoursoruntilcakeisset

TB
lemonzest
 Removecakefromtheslowcookerandcoolonawirerack
beforeslicing

VariationForOrangePoundCakeuseorangeextractinplace
oflemonextractandorangezestinplaceoflemonzestYoualso
candustthetopofthecooledcakewithconfectionerssugar
beforeslicing

Slicing a slow cooker cake can be a bit tricky, particularly if youre using an oval-shape cooker. For
presentation purposes, you can square o the cake rst and then cut it as you would a traditional
cake. Or simply enjoy the rounded sides.

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Lemon Pound Cake

Lemon Pound Cake 

 Strawberry Swirl
Cheesecakes

 Slow Cooker Sweets

 Yield cheesecakes
Silkycheesecakehasneverbeeneasier
thantheseindividual-sizecakescomplete ServingSize cheesecake

withgrahamcrackercrustsandasweet PrepTime minutes

strawberryswirl
CookTime hours

cupcrushedgrahamcrackers  Inasmallbowlcombinegrahamcrackercrumbsandbuer

Evenlydividecrustmixtureamong 12-pint-ounce
TB
buermelted
-milliliterwide-mouthjarsandpressdownrmlyto
-oz
#gpkg
cream formacrust
cheesesoened
 Inalargebowlandusinganelectricmixeronmedium
34cupsugar speedbeattogethercreamcheesesugarmilkeggssour
13cupmilk creamvanillaextractandall-purposeouruntilsmooth

largeeggs  Dividebaeramongthejarsllingthemtojustbelowthe

rimCheesecakeswillpuupslightlyastheycook
12cupsourcream
 Placeteaspoonstrawberryjamontopofeachcakeand
12tsp
vanillaextract useatoothpickorbuerknifetoswirljamgentlyontop
TB
all-purposeour ofbaer
tsp
strawberryjam  Placethejarsina-to-quart  -to
 -literoval
slowcookerCarefullypourwateraroundthejarsto
covertheboomoftheslowcookerwithinch  
centimeterswater
 Coverandcookonhighfor hours

 Removethejarsfromtheslowcookerandcoolonawire
rackCoverandstoreintherefrigeratoruntilreadytoserve

VariationYoucanuseanyavorofjamformix-and-matchvariety

This recipe demonstrates how the slow cooker can work as a miniature oven, baking individual cakes
in their own pans. Any oven-safe dish that ts into your slow cooker, including ramekins, springform
pans, or even pie plates, would work.

Strawberry Swirl Cheesecakes $

Thesedessertbarswillbeafastfavorite Yield bars
atanypartywhereyouservethemwith ServingSize bar
theirlayersofgooeycaramelandmelted
chocolatesandwichedbetweenso PrepTime minutes

oatmeal-cookielayers CookTime orhours

cupsall-purposeour  Linea-to-quart  -to

 -literslowcookerwith
parchmentpaper
cupsquickoats
 Inalargebowlcombineall-purposeourquickoatsbrown
12cupsbrownsugar
sugarbakingsodaandsalt
rmlypacked
 Pourinmeltedbuerandstirtoformacrumblyoatmixture
tsp
bakingsoda
Pourhalfofoatmixtureintotheboomoftheprepared
12tsp
salt slowcookerandpressdowntoformasmoothcrust
cupbuermelted  Sprinklesemisweetchocolatechipsevenlyover
cupssemisweet boomcrust
chocolatechips  Pourcaramelicecreamtoppingoverchocolatechips
-oz
#gjarcaramelice  Pourremainingoatmixtureovercaramelandpressdown
creamtopping gentlytoformasmoothtopcrust

 Coverandcookonhighfor orhours
 Removecaramelitasfromtheslowcookerandcoolonawire
rackbeforeslicing

VariationAdd 12cupchoppedwalnutsoverthecaramellayerfora
nuytouch

Lining the slow cooker with parchment paper is a key step in this recipe because it enables you to
easily remove the bars from the slow cooker. While hot, the bars will be unstable, but theyll set as
they cool. These bars are delicious when eaten hot with a spoon, but they cant be cut into bars until
after theyre completely cooled.

 Slow Cooker Sweets

Caramelitas

Caramelitas 
 Glossary
all-purpose our Flourthatcontainsonlytheinnerpart
ofthewheatgrainItssuitableforeverythingfromcakes
togravies
allspice Aspicenamedforitsavorechoesofseveral
braise Tocookwiththeintroductionofaliquidusually
overaperiodoftime
broil Tocookinadryovenundertheoverheadhigh-
heatelement
spicessuchascinnamonclovesandnutmeg
broth Seestock
arborio rice AplumpItalianriceoenusedforrisoo
brown Tocookinaskilletturninguntilthefoodssurfaceis
artichoke heart Thecenteroftheartichokeoweroen searedandbrownincolortolockinthejuices
soldcannedorfrozen
brown rice Anutritiouswhole-grainriceincludingthe
arugula Aspicy-pepperygreenthathasasharp germwithapalebrownortancolor
distinctiveavor
bulgur Awheatkernelthatsbeensteameddried
baking powder Adryingredientusedtoincreasevolume andcrushed
andlightenorleavenbakedgoods
caramelize Tocookvegetablesormeatinbueroroilover
balsamic vinegar Aheavydarksweetvinegarproduced lowheatuntiltheysoensweetenanddevelopacaramel
primarilyinItalyfromaspecictypeofgrapeandagedin colorAlsotocooksugaroverlowheatuntilitdevelopsa
woodbarrels sweetcaramelavor
basil Aavorfulalmostsweetresinousherbdeliciouswith caraway Aspicyseedusedforbreadporkcheeseand
tomatoesandusedinmanyItalian-andMediterranean- cabbagedishesItsknowntoreducestomachupset
styledishes
cardamom Anintensesweet-smellingspiceusedinbaking
beat Toquicklymixsubstances andcoeeandcommoninIndiancooking
blanch Toplaceafoodinboilingwaterforaboutminute cayenne Aeryspicemadefromhotchilepeppers
orlesstopartiallycookandthendousewithcoolwaterto especiallytheslenderredveryhotcayenne
haltthecooking
chickpea (or garbanzo bean) Aroundishgoldenbean
blend Tocompletelymixsomethingusuallywithablender highinberandlowinfatoenusedasthebaseingredient
orfoodprocessorslowerthanbeating inhummus
boil Toheataliquidtothepointwherewaterisforcedto chile (or chili) Atermforanumberofhotpeppers
turnintosteamcausingtheliquidtobubble rangingfromtherelativelymildanchototheblisteringly
hothabanero
bouillon Driedessenceofstockfromchickenbeef
vegetablesorotheringredients chili powder Awarmrichseasoningblendthatincludes
chilepeppercumingarlicandoregano

$ Idiots Guides: Slow Cooker Cooking

chive Aherbthatgrowsinbunchesoflongleavesand Dijon mustard Aheartyspicymustardmadeinthestyleof
oersalightonionavor theDijonregionofFrance
chop Tocutintopiecesusuallyqualiedsuchascoarsely dill Aherbperfectforeggssalmoncheesedishesand
choppedorwithasizemeasurementsuchaschopped vegetables
into12-inch cmpiecesFinelychoppedismuch
dredge Tocoatapieceoffoodonallsideswithadry
closertomince
substancesuchasourorcornmeal
chutney AthickcondimentoenservedwithIndiancurries
extra-virgin olive oil Seeoliveoil
madewithfruitsand/orvegetableswithvinegarsugar
andspices falafel AMiddleEasternfoodmadeofseasonedground
chickpeasformedintoballscookedandoenusedasa
cilantro Amemberoftheparsleyfamilyoenusedin
llinginpitas
MexicandishesTheseediscalledcorianderinNorth
Americaelsewheretheplantiscalledcoriander fennel Inseedformafragrantlicorice-tastingherbThe
bulbshaveamildavorandacelery-likecrunch
cinnamon Aricharomaticspicecommonlyusedinbaking
ordesserts our GrainsgroundintoamealWheatisperhapsthe
mostcommonourbutoatsryebuckwheatsoybeans
clove Asweetstrongalmostwintergreen-avorspiceused
chickpeasandothersarealsoused
inbaking
fold Tocombineadenseandalightmixturewithagentle
coriander Arichwarmspicyseedusedinalltypes
movefromthemiddleofthebowloutwardtopreservethe
ofrecipes
mixturesairynature
cornstarch Athickenermadefromtherenedstarchofa
frittata Aneggdishthatscookedslowlywithoutstirring
cornkernelsendospermBeforeitsaddedtoarecipeits
inaskilletandtheneitherippedornishedunder
oenmixedwithaliquidtomakeapasteandavoidclumps
thebroiler
cream Tobeatafatsuchasbueroenwithanother
fry Seesaut
ingredientsuchassugartosoenandaerateabaer
garlic Apungentandavorfulmemberoftheonionfamily
cumin Aerysmoky-tastingspicepopularinMiddle
Agarlicbulbcontainsmultiplecloveseachclovewhen
EasternandIndiandishesItsmostoenusedground
choppedyieldsaboutteaspoongarlic
curry RichspicyIndian-stylesaucesandthedishes
ginger Aavorfulrootavailablefreshordriedandground
preparedwiththemCurrypowderisthebaseseasoning
thataddsapungentsweetandspicyqualitytoadish
curry powder Agroundblendofrichandavorfulspices
Greek yogurt Astrainedyogurtthatsagoodnatural
suchashotpeppernutmegcumincinnamonpepper
sourceofproteincalciumandprobiotics
andturmeric
hearts of palm Firmelongatedo-whitecylindersfrom
custard Acookedmixtureofeggsandmilkpopularasa
theinsideofapalmtreestemtip
basefordesserts
herbes de Provence Aseasoningmixofbasilfennel
dash Afewdropsusuallyofaliquidreleasedbya
marjoramrosemarysageandthymecommoninthesouth
quickshake
ofFrance
deglaze Toscrapeupbitsofmeatandseasoningleina
hoisin sauce AsweetAsiancondimentsimilartoketchup
panorskilletaercookingusuallybyaddingaliquidsuch
madewithsoybeanssesamechilepeppersandsugar
aswineorbrothandcreatingaavorfulstock
horseradish AsharpspicyrootUsesparingly
dice Tocutintosmallcubesabout14-inch mmsquare

Glossary $
hummus AthickMiddleEasternspreadmadeofpured paella ASpanishdishofriceshellshonionmeatsrich
chickpeaslemonjuiceoliveoilgarlicandoentahini brothandherbs
Italian seasoning Ablendofdriedherbsincludingbasil paprika Arichredwarmearthyspicethatlendsarichred
oreganorosemaryandthyme colortomanydishes
julienne AFrenchwordmeaningtosliceintovery parsley Afresh-tastinggreenleafyherboenusedas
thinpieces agarnish
kalamata olive TraditionallyfromGreeceamedium-small pesto Athickspreadorsaucemadewithpinenutsfresh
longblackolivewitharichsmokyavor basilgarlicoliveoilandParmesancheese
Key lime AverysmalllimegrownprimarilyinFlorida pilaf Asavoryricedishinwhichthericeisbrownedin
knownforitstarttaste bueroroilandthencookedinaavorfulliquidsuch
asabroth
knead Toworkdoughoenwithyourhandstomakeit
pliableKneadingisfundamentalintheprocessofmaking pine nut Arichhighinfatavorfulnuttraditionally
yeastbreads usedinpesto
kosher salt Acoarse-grainedsaltmadewithoutany poach Tocookafoodinsimmeringliquidsuchaswater
additivesoriodine wineorbroth
lentil Atinylens-shapepulseusedinEuropeanMiddle polenta Acornmealmushthatcanbeeatenhotwithbuer
EasternandIndiancuisines orcookeduntilrmandcutintosquares
marinate Tosoakafoodinaseasonedsaucetoimpart portobello mushroom Alargebrownchewy
avorandmaketenderaswithmeat avorfulmushroom
marjoram Asweetherbsimilartooreganopopularin pure Toreduceafoodtoathickcreamytexturetypically
GreekSpanishandItaliandishes usingablenderorfoodprocessor
mince Tocutintoverysmallpiecessmallerthandiced quinoa Anuy-avoredseedhighinproteinandcalcium
about18inchmmorsmaller
reduce Toboilorsimmerabrothorsaucetoremovesome
nutmeg Asweetfragrantmuskyspiceusedprimarily ofthewatercontentandyieldamoreconcentratedavor
inbaking
risotto AcreamyItalianricedishmadebybrowningarborio
olive Thegreenorblackfruitoftheolivetree riceinbueroroilandslowlyaddingliquidtocooktherice
olive oil Afragrantliquidproducedbycrushingorpressing roast Tocookfooduncoveredinanovenusuallywithout
olivesExtra-virginoliveoilthemostavorfulandhighest additionalliquid
qualityisproducedfromtheolivesrstpressingoilisalso
rosemary Apungentsweetherbusedwithchickenpork
producedfromlaterpressings
shandespeciallylamb
oregano Afragrantslightlyastringentherbusedoenin
roux Amixtureofbueroranotherfatandourusedto
GreekSpanishandItaliandishes
thickensaucesandsoups
orzo Arice-shapepastausedinGreekcooking
saron Ayellowavorfulspicemadefromthestamensof
oxidation Thegradualbrowningofafruitorvegetable crocusowers
fromexposuretoairMinimizeoxidationbyrubbingcut
sage Anherbwithaslightlymustyfruitylemon-rindscent
surfaceswithlemonjuice
andsunnyavor

$ Idiots Guides: Slow Cooker Cooking

saut Topan-cookoverlowerheatthanwhatsused tzatziki AGreekdiptraditionallymadewithGreekyogurt
forfrying cucumbersgarlicandmint
savory ApopularherbwithafreshwoodytasteSavory vinegar Anacidicliquidoenmadefromfermented
canalsodescribetheavoroffood grapesapplesorriceandusedasadressingand
seasoning
sear Toquicklybrowntheexteriorofafoodespecially
meatoverhighheat water chestnut Awhitecrunchyjuicytuberpopularin
manyAsiandishes
sesame oil AnoilmadefrompressingsesameseedsIts
tastelessifclearandaromaticandavorfulifbrown whisk Torapidlymixintroducingairtothemixture
shallot Amemberoftheonionfamilythatgrowsinabulb white vinegar Vinegarproducedfromgrain
somewhatlikegarlicbuthasamilderonionavor
whole grain Agrainderivedfromtheseedsofgrassessuch
short-grain rice Astarchyricethatclumpseasily aswheatoatsryebarleybuckwheatcornorrice
simmer Toboilaliquidgentlysoitbarelybubbles whole-wheat our Wheatourthatcontainsthe
entiregrain
skillet (also frying pan) Aat-boomedmetalpanwitha
handledesignedtocookfoodonastovetop wild rice Agrassoenconsideredaricethathasarich
nuyavor
skim Toremovefatorothermaterialfromthetopofliquid
yeast Tinyfungithatwhenmixedwithwatersugarour
steam Tosuspendafoodoverboilingwaterandallowthe
andheatreleasecarbondioxidebubblesthatcause
heatofthesteamtocookthefood
breadtorise
stew Toslowlycookpiecesoffoodsubmergedinaliquid
zest Smallsliversofpeelusuallyfromcitrusfruit
Alsoadishpreparedusingthismethod
stir-fry Tocooksmallpiecesoffoodinawokorskilletover
highheatmovingandturningthefoodquicklytocook
allsides
stock Aavorfulbrothmadebycookingmeatsand/or
vegetableswithseasoningsuntiltheliquidabsorbsthese
avorsTheliquidisstrainedandthesolidsarediscarded
Stockcanbeeatenaloneorusedasabaseforsoups
stewsetc
tapenade Athickchunkyspreadmadefromsavory
ingredientssuchasoliveslemonjuiceandanchovies
tarragon Asweetrich-smellingherbperfectwith
vegetablesseafoodchickenandpork
teriyaki AJapanese-stylesaucemadeofsoysaucerice
winegingerandsugar
thyme Amintyzestyherb
turmeric AspicypungentyellowrootItsthesourceofthe
yellowcolorinmanymustards

Glossary $
 Index
HoneyGarlicBarbecueBeefRibs -
A Strawberry-ChipotleBarbecueBabyBack
alcohol  Ribs -

AlmondPoppySeedCake  -  BarbecuePulledPorkSandwiches-

AppleCrumble -  beans

BostonBakedBeans - 
AppleDumplings  -  BrownRiceandBlackBeanCasserole - 
ApplePorkRoast - MexicanRefriedBeans - 
WhiteBeansandPancea - 
Apple-CinnamonSteel-CutOatmeal-
beef
Apple-PumpkinBuer-
BalsamicBeefDipSandwiches-
aujus BraisedBeefShortRibs - 
Extra-SloppyJoes-
B anksteak
HoneyGarlicBarbecueBeefRibs -
BabaGhanoush- KoreanBeefBulgogi-

MidwesternBeefBrisket -

bakeditemsSeealsobreads
ModernMeatloaf-
AlmondPoppySeedCake  - 
Old-FashionedBeefStew-

ChocolateMudCake - 
PhillyCheesesteakSandwiches -
CinnamonSwirlCoeeCake - 
SundayAernoonPotRoast - 
LemonPoundCake - 
Tri-TipBeefStrogano  - 
PeanutBuerFudgeCake - 
SmoresBrownies -
beets
RoastedBeetsnSweets-
BalsamicBeefDipSandwiches-
RussianRedBorscht -
BananaBread - 

Bismarks - 
barbecue
BostonBakedBeans - 
BarbecuePulledPorkSandwiches-
HoneyChipotleBarbecueChicken BraisedBeefShortRibs - 
Drumsticks-

$ Idiot's Guides: Slow Cooker Cooking

breads CheeseFondue - 
BananaBread - 

CheesyBaconandRanchPotatoes-
Cornbread - 
CrustyLoafBreads -
CheesyRavioliCasserole - 
DinnerRolls -  chicken
PumpkinBread -  BualoChickenDip -
RosemaryFocacciaBreadwithSeaSalt -  ChickenCacciatore-
RyeBread  -  ChickenTacoSoup
-

breakfast ChickenTikkaMasala-
Apple-CinnamonSteel-CutOatmeal- CoconutChickenCurry-
BrownieBaerOatmeal - GreekChickenGyros-
CinnamonSwirlCoeeCake -  GreenChileChickenEnchiladaCasserole - 
DenverOmelet- Herb-RoastedWholeChicken-
FrenchToastCasserole - HoneyChipotleBarbecueChicken
GermanPancake -  Drumsticks-

HamandSwissQuiche- MexicanSpicedChicken-

HeartySausageandPotatoHash- MoroccanChickenThighs-
LoadedHashbrowns-
OrangeChicken-

MexicanBreakfastCasserole -
SpicyItalianChickenSandwiches-

PumpkinPieOatmeal- TeriyakiChicken -

SpinachandFetaQuiche - WhiteChickenChili-

TripleCheeseSausageandKaleFriata -  ChickenCacciatore-

brisketMidwesternBeefBrisket -
ChickenTacoSoup
-

BrownRiceandBlackBeanCasserole -  ChickenTikkaMasala-
BrownieBaerOatmeal - ChileConQueso-
BualoChickenDip - chiliSeesoupsstewsandchilies
burnedfood-
chipotlechiles-

buersApple-PumpkinBuer- ChocolateMudCake - 

chorizo

C chowderSeesoupsstewsandchilies

Caramelitas -  CinnamonSwirlCoeeCake - 
cheese ClassicItalianLasagna-
CheeseFondue - 
CoconutChickenCurry-
CheesyBaconandRanchPotatoes-
ChileConQueso- ComfortCornChowder-
creamcheese CornontheCob
-

CreamyBroccoliCheeseSoup
-

Cornbread - 
SouthwesternCheeseCornDip-

Index $
Country-StyleGreenBeans
-
 HomemadeStrawberryJam - 
HomemadeYogurt - 
creamcheese
Old-FashionedCinnamonBrownSugar
CreamedCorn
- Applesauce -
CreamyBroccoliCheeseSoup
-
 RoastedRedPepperDip-

SouthwesternCheeseCornDip-
CreamyMushroomRisoo  -  SpinachArtichokeDip-
CreamyWhippedPotatoes- Tomato-BaconChutney-
UltimateCranberrySauce -

CrustyLoafBreads -

currypowder Dutchbaby - 

Dutchpus - 
D
E
DenverOmelet-
desserts eggs
DenverOmelet-
AlmondPoppySeedCake  - 
GermanPancake - 
AppleCrumble - 
HamandSwissQuiche-
AppleDumplings  - 
SpinachandFetaQuiche -
Caramelitas - 
TripleCheeseSausageandKaleFriata - 
ChocolateMudCake - 
LemonPoundCake -  experimentingwithrecipes
Mile-HighChocolateFudgeBrownies -
Extra-SloppyJoes-
PeachCobbler - 

PeanutBuerFudgeCake - 
SaltedCaramelRicePudding -  F
SmoresBrownies -

StrawberrySwirlCheesecakes - 

llingslowcooker
Vanilla-OrangePoachedPears -  shsauce
WhiteChocolateBreadPudding - 
anksteak
digitalslowcooker foodsafetytips
Dijon-CrustedPorkTenderloin -  FrenchToastCasserole -
DinnerRolls -  frozenfoods
dipsandsnacks

Apple-PumpkinBuer-
BabaGhanoush-
G
BualoChickenDip - garammasala 
CheeseFondue - 
ChileConQueso-
garlicroasting
HomemadeKetchup - GermanPancake - 

$ Idiot's Guides: Slow Cooker Cooking

GreekChickenGyros-
K
GreenChileChickenEnchilada
Casserole -  kale
TripleCheeseSausageandKaleFriata - 
GreenChilePorkStew-
ZuppaToscana
-

greenonions
KillerCarnitas -
greensSouthernCollardGreens
-

KoreanBeefBulgogi-

groundmeat
ModernMeatloaf-
L
H lamb
LegofLambwithRosemaryLemonand
HamandSwissQuiche- Garlic - 
HawaiianKaluaPork- TripleCitrusLambShanks-

HeartySausageandPotatoHash- leeks

Herb-RoastedWholeChicken- LegofLambwithRosemaryLemonand

Garlic - 
HomemadeKetchup -
LemonPoundCake - 
HomemadeStrawberryJam - 
LoadedHashbrowns-

HomemadeYogurt - 
HoneyChipotleBarbecueChicken
Drumsticks-

M
HoneyGarlicBarbecueBeefRibs - maintenanceforslowcooker
HoneyMustard-RoastedPotatoes-
meatground
MexicanBreakfastCasserole -

IJ MexicanRefriedBeans - 

Indian-StyleSpicedChili- MexicanSpicedChicken-

ingredientsplacementorder MidwesternBeefBrisket -

Mile-HighChocolateFudgeBrownies -

jamsandjelliesHomemadeStrawberry ModernMeatloaf-

Jam -  MoroccanChickenThighs-

Index $$
 pancea 
NO selectiontips
oatmeal SlowBraisedSweetPorkChili -
Apple-CinnamonSteel-CutOatmeal- SmotheredPorkChops-

BrownieBaerOatmeal - Strawberry-ChipotleBarbecueBabyBack

PumpkinPieOatmeal- Ribs -

VietnamesePulledPorkBanhMi -

oatsselecting
potatoes
Old-FashionedBeefStew-
CheesyBaconandRanchPotatoes-
Old-FashionedCinnamonBrownSugar CreamyWhippedPotatoes-
Applesauce - HeartySausageandPotatoHash-
HoneyMustard-RoastedPotatoes-

onionsselecting

LoadedHashbrowns-

OrangeChicken-
ScallopedPotatoes-
Orange-BalsamicGlazedHam- SweetPotatoCasserole -
sweetpotatoes

WinterLeekandPotatoSoup-
P
poweroutages
pancea  PumpkinBread - 
pastas
PumpkinPieOatmeal-
CheesyRavioliCasserole - 
ClassicItalianLasagna-
SecretIngredientMacaroniandCheese - 
QR
SpagheiandMeatballs - 
Ratatouille-
Tri-TipBeefStrogano  - 
WhiteVegetableLasagna -  ribs
HoneyGarlicBarbecueBeefRibs -
PeachCobbler - 

Strawberry-ChipotleBarbecueBabyBack
PeanutBuerFudgeCake -  Ribs -

pectin  rice

PhillyCheesesteakSandwiches - BrownRiceandBlackBeanCasserole - 

CreamyMushroomRisoo  - 
pineapple SaltedCaramelRicePudding - 
pork  SpanishRice - 

ApplePorkRoast - Un-FriedRice - 

BarbecuePulledPorkSandwiches-
roast
Dijon-CrustedPorkTenderloin - 
ApplePorkRoast -
GreenChilePorkStew-
SundayAernoonPotRoast - 
HawaiianKaluaPork-
KillerCarnitas - RoastedBeetsnSweets-
Orange-BalsamicGlazedHam- roastedgarlic

$ Idiot's Guides: Slow Cooker Cooking

RoastedRedPepperDip-
GreenChilePorkStew-
Indian-StyleSpicedChili-
RoastedSummerVegetableMedley -
Old-FashionedBeefStew-

RosemaryFocacciaBreadwithSeaSalt -  RussianRedBorscht -

RussianRedBorscht - SlowBraisedSweetPorkChili -
SpicedBuernutSquashSoup
-

RyeBread  -  Texas-StyleBeefChili-
TomatoBisque-
S VegetarianSweetPotatoChili
-

WhiteChickenChili-

SaltedCaramelRicePudding -  WinterLeekandPotatoSoup-

sandwiches ZuppaToscana
-

BalsamicBeefDipSandwiches- SouthernCollardGreens
-

BarbecuePulledPorkSandwiches-
SouthwesternCheeseCornDip-
Extra-SloppyJoes-
GreekChickenGyros- SpagheiandMeatballs - 
PhillyCheesesteakSandwiches - SpanishRice - 

SpicyItalianChickenSandwiches-

VietnamesePulledPorkBanhMi -

SpicedBuernutSquashSoup
-

scallions spicesandseasonings

currypowder
ScallopedPotatoes- garammasala 
SecretIngredientMacaroniandCheese - 
SpicyItalianChickenSandwiches-

sesameoil  SpinachandFetaQuiche -

SlowBraisedSweetPorkChili - SpinachArtichokeDip-
slowcookers spotsonstoneware

maintenance
parts
squashSpicedBuernutSquashSoup
-

seings stewSeesoupsstewsandchilies
sizes
stonewardinsertspots

temperaturesforcooking
StrawberrySwirlCheesecakes - 

SmoresBrownies -

Strawberry-ChipotleBarbecueBabyBack
SmotheredPorkChops-

Ribs -

snacksSeedipsandsnacks
StuedArtichokes
-

soggycasserole

SundayAernoonPotRoast - 
soupsstewsandchilies

SweetPotatoCasserole -

ChickenTacoSoup
-

ComfortCornChowder- sweetpotatoes

CreamyBroccoliCheeseSoup
-


Index $
sweets 
AlmondPoppySeedCake  - 
V
AppleCrumble -  Vanilla-OrangePoachedPears - 
AppleDumplings  - 
vegetables
Caramelitas - 
CheesyBaconandRanchPotatoes-
ChocolateMudCake - 
CornontheCob
-

LemonPoundCake - 
Country-StyleGreenBeans
-

Mile-HighChocolateFudgeBrownies -
CreamedCorn
-
PeachCobbler - 

CreamyWhippedPotatoes-
PeanutBuerFudgeCake - 
HoneyMustard-RoastedPotatoes-

SaltedCaramelRicePudding - 
Ratatouille-
SmoresBrownies -

RoastedBeetsnSweets-
StrawberrySwirlCheesecakes - 

RoastedSummerVegetableMedley -

Vanilla-OrangePoachedPears - 
ScallopedPotatoes-
WhiteChocolateBreadPudding - 
SouthernCollardGreens
-

StuedArtichokes
-

TU SweetPotatoCasserole -
WhiteVegetableLasagna - 
temperaturesforcooking
burningfoodand VegetarianSweetPotatoChili
-

foodsafetytips VietnamesePulledPorkBanhMi -

TeriyakiChicken -
Texas-StyleBeefChili- WXYZ
TomatoBisque- WhiteBeansandPancea - 
Tomato-BaconChutney- WhiteChickenChili-

TripleCheeseSausageandKaleFriata -  WhiteChocolateBreadPudding - 
TripleCitrusLambShanks- WhiteVegetableLasagna - 
Tri-TipBeefStrogano  -  wine 
troubleshooting-
WinterLeekandPotatoSoup-
tzatzikisauce
yams

UltimateCranberrySauce -
yogurt - 
tzatzikisauce
Un-FriedRice - 

zucchiniRoastedSummerVegetable
Medley -
ZuppaToscana
-


 Idiot's Guides: Slow Cooker Cooking

About the Author
Rachel Farnsworth is the food writer, recipe developer, and photographer
behind the popular cooking blog The Stay at Home Chef (thestayathomechef.
com), where her recipes have reached millions of people. Rachels mantra in
the kitchen is to cook from scratch, with love.
Rachel lives in San Diego with her husband and two children and spends an
inordinate amount of time at the beach.