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My Favourite Slow Cooker Recipes

A cozy, delicious slow cooker meal that's easy to prepare and perfect for any busy day—set it and forget it for a hearty dish!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Slow Cooker Meal
  • 2 lbs meat (beef, chicken, or pork) Choose your favorite for a personalized touch!
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 large carrots sliced
  • 3 large potatoes diced
  • 1 cup chicken or beef broth the liquid gold of slow cooking!
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz or 400g)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste for concentrated tomato flavor
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce for umami flavor
  • 1 tsp dried thyme an aromatic herb
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary for rustic flavor
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Place the chopped onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Step 2: Add the meat on top of the onions and garlic.
  3. Step 3: Layer the sliced carrots and diced potatoes over the meat.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, mix together the broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  5. Step 5: Pour the mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
  6. Step 6: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the meat is tender and fully cooked.
  7. Step 7: Serve hot and enjoy your meal!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.