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This Cozy Tortellini Soup Is Like Wrapping Up in a Wool Blanket — But Way Tastier

You know those evenings when the sky turns pewter-gray by four o’clock, and the wind whistles through every little gap in the windows? That’s when I start craving this soup. Not just any soup — I’m talking about a Slow Cooker Creamy Sausage & Tortellini Soup that practically hugs you from the inside out. Now, I didn’t grow up in an Italian village, but let me tell you, this dish channels all the magic of slow, rustic cooking. It reminds me of my grandma’s kitchen — not because she made anything like this (she didn’t), but because it feels the …

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Slow Cooker Apricot Dijon Spiral Ham — Sunday Nostalgia in Every Bite

You know, there’s a certain comfort that only comes from a big ol’ ham slow-cooking on the counter while the wind rattles the windows outside. Maybe it’s the way the smell drifts through the house and makes your stomach growl long before dinner’s ready — or maybe it’s just that quiet promise that no matter what the week threw at you, at least there’s a good meal waiting at the end of it. I remember one winter, my cousin Betty and I tried to speed up a ham by cranking the slow cooker to high. Rookie mistake. We ended up …

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Crockpot Beef and Broccoli

This dish features tender slices of beef floating in a savory sauce and paired with crunchy broccolis, delivers enormous flavor and can be prepared while practically still sitting on the couch! Just spend some time tossing everything into your pot, and your kitchen and aromas will do it toiling! So apt for those busy weekdays or when little prepping dinners or little preparation is just what you need to grab! Dive into the simple and tasty delight! Ingredients For the Beef and Sauce: For Thickening and Adding Broccoli: Instructions 1. Make the sauce first—get it outta the wayIn a medium …

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Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Corn Casserole

You know what this is? This is that dish. The one that’s always on the table at every big family dinner, every potluck at the fire hall, every Sunday supper when the weather’s cold and nobody feels like fussin’. It’s warm. It’s cheesy. It’s got corn, butter, cream cheese — I mean, what else do you really need? I’ve been making this for years now, and I swear, every time I take it somewhere, someone says, “Who brought the corn thing?” and then they take the tiniest polite spoonful… and come back five minutes later for a second helping that …

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Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Balsamic Pork

A Cozy Midwest Classic for Busy Days and Big Appetites Let me just start by saying this: if you’re looking for a fancy, fussy pork recipe with 17 steps and ingredients you have to Google… you’re in the wrong kitchen, sweetheart. But if you’re after something honest, warm, and downright delicious — something that fills your house with that mouthwatering “Sunday dinner is coming” smell — then pour yourself some iced tea and settle in. You’re gonna love this one. Out here in the Midwest, we don’t always do things fast — but we sure try to do them right. …

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Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup Made in the Crockpot

Some days just call for soup. Not a fancy, fussy kind. I mean the hearty, throw-it-in-a-pot, warm-you-right-down-to-your-socks kind. The kind your mom made when the wind was howling through the trees, and your cheeks were red from the cold. You know what I mean? A Bowl of Cozy You Didn’t Know You Needed Let me tell you, this Creamy Potato and Hamburger Soup? It’s everything. It’s comfort food in its truest form. We’re talking tender potatoes, flavorful ground beef, a dreamy creamy base, and a handful of seasonings that taste like home. If soup could give you a hug, this …

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Slow Cooker 2-Ingredient Beer Bread — Because Sometimes Simple Is Better

There’s something magical about the smell of freshly baked bread wafting through the house, isn’t there? I swear, some days it’s the only thing that drags me out of bed when the wind’s howling and the coffee’s still brewing. This slow cooker beer bread is my little secret weapon for those of us who adore the taste of homemade but don’t always have the time (or, let’s be honest, the patience) for all that kneading and rising and fussing. Inspired by the rustic charm of Midwestern kitchens — the ones with mismatched mugs and well-worn aprons — this loaf is …

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Slow Cooker Steak with Onion Soup Mix: An Easy and Delicious Recipe

A simple but exceptionally delicious way to prepare steak is to use a slow cooker, and just use onion soup mix! This recipe needs little preparation and just a few simple ingredients; the result-fork-tender, juicy steak-which is bursting with savory flavor. The hard work gets done for you, as the slow cooker takes care of that, which makes the meal a perfect choice for hurried weekdays or when you have a desire for something warm and comforting. Only two staple ingredients—steak and onion soup mix, is all you require to successfully create this good dish of all time! Now let’s …

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Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast: A Cozy Classic With a French Twist

Some meals just feel like a hug, don’t they? This French Onion Pot Roast? Oh honey, it’s the kind of dish that makes you close your eyes after the first bite and just sigh. It’s rich, savory, tender-as-all-get-out, and yes—it smells absolutely incredible. Like someone’s been cooking all day with love (which, technically, you have… but your slow cooker did most of the work). I started making this on a chilly Wednesday years ago when I was juggling a to-do list longer than a CVS receipt. I tossed everything into the slow cooker at 8 a.m., prayed for magic, and …

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The “Sick-As-A-Dog” Slow Cooker Lemon-Ginger Thing That Saved My Sanity

Last week? Oh honey, it was rough. Everyone in my house caught whatever awful bug is going around—sniffling, coughing, cranky, and pitiful. At one point, I was holding a thermometer in one hand, a cough drop in the other, and trying to remember the last time I brushed my hair. Glamorous, right? By midweek, the kitchen looked like a pharmacy had exploded. And don’t even get me started on the mountain of tissues. But amidst the chaos, I remembered an old favorite I hadn’t made in ages—a simple, soothing lemon-ginger drink that simmers in the slow cooker and somehow makes …