When it comes to weeknights, few things are as daunting as the daily “What’s for dinner?” dilemma. Most home cooks have their go-tos: pasta, chicken, soup or takeout when things are feeling just a ...

The slow cooker is cost-effective, convenient and easy to use. Since Rival introduced this time-saving appliance in 1971, working parents have used it to provide a hot, semi-healthy meal for their ...

Fall is upon us, which means it is officially crock pot season. To help you add to your weeknight rotation, the creator of “Load of Crock”, Betsy Thompson, shares her crock pot beef tips and rice.

Beth Hensperger and Julie Kaufmann offer these tips and reminders for turning out appetizing food in your slow cooker: • The steaming-braising method of cooking uses less liquid than conventional ...