All recipes are short and simple with easy-to-follow steps, and all are accompanied by a full-colour photograph of the finished dish. Read more Details There are photographic guides for helping you prepare the meals, with tips on how to use up cheaper and leftover cuts of meat to help you cook on a budget and reduce waste. It also provides advice on different cooking methods, so this will be a great book for someone who wants to broaden their cooking skills. Readers note that some ingredients need pre-cooking in a frying pan or a saucepan though, which requires more effort than just throwing it all in the slow cooker and leaving it to cook.

Sausage: Put your Italian and kielbasa sausage to work with these flavorful slow-cooker sausage recipes. A slow cooker is an electric appliance that simmers food at a low temperature over a long period of time. Because of this low-and-slow method, slow cookers are great for breaking down and tenderizing large pieces of meat like pot roasts or beef stews. But that’s not all they can do. Slow cookers are also a home cook’s go-to choice for soups and ribs, plus dips, drinks and bread. And slow cookers aren’t just for savory foods either. Make something sweet with these slow-cooker dessert recipes that include cakes, puddings and candy clusters or indulge in a sweet slow-cooker beverage like hot cocoa or tropical-infused tea. The Best Meat to Cook in Your Slow CookerBeef: From briskets to ground beef dishes, our slow-cooker beef recipes are a snap to put together with a little help from your skillet. Pork: One of our favorite ways to cook pulled pork, country ribs and ham is in a slow cooker. You’ll become a fan of these slow cooker-pork recipes at first bite. I got this book a while ago and it’s bloody brilliant, have got lots of recipes bookmarked. I bought a second-hand copy which was in good condition.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Furries) Our verdict

In addition to its versatility, there are many other benefits to using a slow cooker, like its ability to evenly cook foods hands-free. This frees home cooks to do other things around the house, run errands or go to work for the day. Plus, slow cookers are straightforward to use and usually require no more set up than plugging it in. You don’t have to brown your meat first, so if you're in a hurry, you can throw your ingredients in and you’ll still get a tasty meal out of it. However, if you have time, browning is better for adding more depth to your dish. You will get more rich, complex flavours from frying off your meat before cooking it in the slow cooker. Are slow cookers energy efficient? I have the BBC [Good] Food Slow Cooker Recipe Book, which has some nice and simple recipes in it.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Pilot12) Our verdictBBC Good Food Slow Cooker Favourites, Pinch of Nom Comfort Food, and 200 Easy Slow Cooker Recipes by Kate Bishop.” (Books loved by Mumsnet user Skyeheather) Our verdict Slow cooker recipes are an essential for any home cook - time saving, low cost and reliably delicious. The Good Food kitchen has produced hundreds of brilliant recipes over the years, and this collection gathers 150 of the very best. There are a few surprising things you might not know to turn to your slow cooker for, too. Hands-free breakfast and brunch recipes are a reality with slow-cooker hashbrowns, oatmeal and even cinnamon rolls. You can also plan ahead for a party with slow-cooker appetizers like cheese dip or fondue. Or try out a slow-cooker pasta recipe—but be careful not to let your pasta cook for too long or it will become grainy. Is there anything better than coming home to the smell of your dinner already cooking? Even better if you’ve only had to spend ten minutes in the morning throwing some ingredients into your slow cooker. Pro tip: Only some meats can be cooked from frozen in a slow cooker. This list will give you the do’s and don’ts.

If your family likes to try new things, this could be the book for you. With a mixture of family favourites and dishes that are a bit more adventurous, Whole Food Slow Cooked helps you put delicious meals on the table with different options for cooking, depending on how much time you have.

For out-of-this-world pork chops, soup and pot roast, grab your favorite kitchen appliance! Here's a look at our most popular slow-cooker recipes from 2022.

When it comes to buying a slow cooker, there are several factors to consider, such as how many people you’re usually cooking for, what price point you’re at and what features are a must. Slow cookers are designed to cook for a long time so you can keep it on low overnight or all day while you’re out as long as you follow the directions and the manufacturer's instructions. However, consider what it is you’re cooking. Most recipes suggest six to eight hours on low, so if you want it on for longer, it is best to keep an eye on it to ensure you get the best out of your recipe. Do you need to brown meat before slow cooking?