Slow-Cooker Flank Steak Au Jus Sandwiches

Juicy flank steak, beefy sauce and caramelized onions come together easily to create this delectable hoagie sandwich. Place the onion slices in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker; top with the steak. Pour the beer and soy sauce over the steak. Add the bay leaf and thyme. Cover and cook on LOW until the steak is tender, 7 to 8 hours. Pour the reserved cooking liquid through a wire-mesh strainer into a medium saucepan, discarding the solids....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 196 words · Seth Torres

Slow-Cooker French Onion Soup with Gruyère Toasts

Stir in the stock, marsala, thyme and salt. Cover and cook on HIGH until the flavors are blended, about 2 hours. Preheat the broiler with the oven rack 6 inches from the heat. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet, and sprinkle evenly with the Gruyere. Broil until the Gruyere melts, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with the cheese toasts. Garnish with the additional thyme, if desired....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 124 words · Christina Welch

Slow-Cooker Green Minestrone with Fennel & Parmesan

You don’t need much pesto hereswirl in just enough to tint the broth and release its fresh-basil scent. If you avoid cheese made with rennet, look for vegetarian Parmesan cheese, which is made without it. Cut stalks and fronds off fennel bulb. Photo: Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Reserve the fronds for garnish. Reserve the stalks for another use or discard. Cover and cook on High for 4 hours....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 154 words · Mark Olsen

Slow-Cooker Herb & Mushroom Braised Beef

Consider freezing it into portions for busy weeknight meals. You could also shred the meat and serve it on sandwiches. Remove the beef from the bag, reserving the flour mixture in the bag. Cook until browned on all sides, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the beef to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, reserving the drippings in the skillet. Add the red wine, stirring to loosen any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 179 words · Kathryn Watkins

Slow-Cooker Honey Whole-Wheat Rolls

The slow cooker yields super-tender, pillowy whole-wheat rolls. Broil, watching carefully, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside for 5 minutes. Photo: Victor Protasio Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface; divide into 12 pieces, about 2 1/2 ounces each. Roll each piece into a smooth ball. Add the rolls in a single layer. Transfer the rolls to a wire rack and let cool slightly before serving warm....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 95 words · Kelli Mccarthy

Slow-Cooker Honey-Orange Chicken Drumsticks

This slow-cooker chicken recipe makes a perfect alternative to standard tomato-based barbecued chicken. Coat a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add drumsticks, pour in the sauce and mix to coat. Transfer the drumsticks to a bowl. Very carefully pour the liquid from the slow cooker into a medium skillet. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil until reduced and syrupy, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour the sauce over the drumsticks and stir to coat....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Julie Shelton

Slow-Cooker Italian Vegetable & Farro Soup

If you’re looking for an easy way to work whole grains into your diet, this is it. Transfer the mushroom mixture to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in the squash, water, stock, and farro. Cover and cook on LOW until the farro and vegetables are tender, about 4 hours. Ladle the soup into bowls; top evenly with the Parmigiano-Reggiano. Tips Multicooker Directions: Complete Step 1. In Step 2, transfer the mushroom mixture to the inner pot of a 6-quart multicooker....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Latoya Adams

Slow-Cooker Jambalaya

This hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage, and shrimp. Stir in tomatoes, tapioca, garlic, thyme, and crushed red pepper. Cover and cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours or on High for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. If using low setting, turn to High. Cover and cook for 30 minutes more or until shrimp are opaque. Serve over hot cooked brown rice. Tips Tip: Rinse collard greens well and remove any tough stems or ribs before chopping....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 103 words · David Barr

Slow-Cooker Kale & White Bean Stew

Warm up to a hearty bowl of soup made with winter vegetables and protein-rich white beans. Comforting spices like oregano and thyme build flavor, while Parmesan provides an irresistibly savory finish. Cover and cook on High for 3 1/2 hours. Photo: Ali Redmond Cover and cook until the kale is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Top with Parmesan and za’atar, if using. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · David Stephens

Slow-Cooker Lemon-Pepper Chicken Thighs with Broccolini

Now, you might, and here’s the recipe to prove it. Garnish with fresh oregano leaves and additional kosher salt and black pepper, if desired. Rub the chicken with the lemon-pepper mixture. Place in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add the stock and lemon juice to the slow cooker. Top evenly with the lemon slices. Cover and cook on LOW 1 hour and 30 minutes. Uncover the slow cooker and place the Broccolini on top of the chicken....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 121 words · Caroline Gilmore

Slow-Cooker Lentil, Carrot & Potato Soup

Serve this slow-cooker lentil soup with crackers. Cover and cook on LOW until the vegetables and lentils are tender, 7 to 8 hours. Remove and discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Place the oil and 4 cups of the soup in a blender. Place a clean towel over the opening in the lid (to avoid splatters). Return the pureed soup to the slow cooker; stir in the vinegar. Ladle the soup into bowls, and sprinkle evenly with the parsley....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · David Brown

Slow-Cooker Marry Me Chicken with Barley

verify the barley is completely submerged in the liquid so it cooks evenly. Turn off the cooker. Stir in half-and-half; cover and let stand until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell Transfer the chicken to a cutting board; slice about 1/4-inch thick. Serve the sliced chicken over the creamy barley mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley. Nutrition Information Serving Size: 3 1/24 oz....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Brooke Dickerson

Slow-Cooker Mediterranean Diet Stew

A drizzle of olive oil to finish pulls together the flavors of this easy vegan crock pot stew. Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours. Measure 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid from the slow cooker into a small bowl. Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Add 2 tablespoons chickpeas; mash with a fork until smooth. Cover and cook on Low until the kale is tender, about 30 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 160 words · Aaron Fisher