In summer, the slow cooker keeps you from heating up the whole house while dinner cooks away. In winter, the slow cooker ...

Let your slow cooker do the work with these easy recipes that deliver big flavor and generous portions. Perfect for busy ...

When winter rolls in and the days get shorter, figuring out what to make for dinner can feel like just another thing on your ...

Juliana Hale This soup perfectly captures what a dump soup is: simple, easy, and very comforting. Dump all the ingredients in the instant pot, then walk away. This soup is packed with beans, veggies, ...

These slow cooker soups and stews are cozy favorites you can rely on anytime of year for relatively hands-off prep and a delicious, satisfying meal.

There’s something magical about a simmering pot of Beef and Barley Soup filling your kitchen with rich, savory aromas. This classic comfort food brings together tender vegetables, hearty barley, and ...

When dinner draws a crowd and even your pickiest eater looks for seconds, you know you’ve hit the jackpot. These 21 slow cooker hits tend to leave pans so thoroughly scraped you’ll wonder if you even ...

Bringing dinner to the table doesn’t have to mean spending half the day slicing, dicing, and hovering over the stove. With an easy-to-use slow cooker, these 21 recipes do the heavy lifting, leaving ...

When life gets hectic, slow cooker beef recipes come to the rescue with minimal effort and maximum flavor. These hearty meals practically cook themselves while you’re busy with work, errands, or ...

Lisa Cericola has been on staff at Southern Living since 2015. As Deputy Editor, Lisa manages the food and travel departments and edits those sections of each issue, as well as digital content.

Casseroles are some of the most comforting foods that come out of your kitchen. But they take some prep work, and that’s not always the best after a long, busy day. Enter: the slow cooker. Lots of ...