Slow cookers aren't just for winter stews and soups. In summer, Pauline Chalfant uses her cooker for ribs, cakes, breakfast casseroles and family favorites like lima beans and ham. Happy holidays, St.

Busy nights often call for simple, no fuss meals that still feel comforting and homemade. That is where the slow cooker shines. You can add ingredients earlier in the day and come home to a warm meal ...

This savory, comforting stew feeds a family of four at least twice, and leftovers get better as they sit. TIP: Sub a frozen vegetable blend (like Birds Eye Mirepoix) for the onion and carrots. It's ...

Grandma knew best when it came to comfort food, and these slow cooker classics prove it. From creamy soups to hearty roasts, these recipes bring all the warmth and nostalgia of home-cooked ...