When dinner needs to happen around work, errands, and everything else, the slow cooker is the appliance that buys back some space. These 13 recipes lean on long, low heat, sturdy cuts of meat, saucy bases, and casserole-style layers that can hold up without hovering. The list moves from meatballs and roasts to chile verde, tikka masala, birria, and beef stew, so there is a mix of bowls, plates, sandwiches, and leftovers built in.

Sliced slow cooker pork roast with sweet potatoes & apples on a white plate.
Retro Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes & Apples. Photo credit: Retro Recipe Book.

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