These dishes require a little fuss now for a big payoff later. By Margaux Laskey The humble slow cooker may never be the showstopping star of the culinary appliance show, but for many busy cooks, it ...

My least favorite part of cooking isn't the chopping, dicing, or slicing, but the cleanup that comes afterward, which is why I love slow cooker meals. They're mess-free, hassle-free, and generally ...

From meaty mains to hearty stews and more, you can count on your Crock-Pot to turn out no-fuss dishes with loads of long-cooked flavor. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more ...