The easiest way to make a meal for the whole family? Use a slow cooker (naturally). It may take a few hours or the whole night, but the set-it-and-forget-it appliance always gets the job done. That ...

Raw filets of salmon on a wooden board with lemon wedges and garlic cloves in the background - Metkalova/Getty Images Anyone who's ever heated up fish in an office microwave (or, ahem, had a coworker ...

These dishes require a little fuss now for a big payoff later. By Margaux Laskey The humble slow cooker may never be the showstopping star of the culinary appliance show, but for many busy cooks, it ...

The slow cooker, or Crock-Pot, is too often relegated to the back of a kitchen cabinet for most of the year, making a brief appearance for a few winter soups and chilis. Get the most out of this ...

The late-summer season is winding down and the heat is taking its toll on the product and the process. Many farmers are also dedicating time to nurturing the fall crops that will be here before we ...

One of our favorite parts about Southern living is the slow pace of life. Your daily routine shouldn’t be rushed, and neither should cooking your meals. Of course, you might not want to spend all day ...

Whether you want chicken soup, beef stew or pulled pork, these slow-cooker recipes will do the heavy lifting while you’re on the go. Melina Hammer for The New York Times Cooking time will vary ...

Thanksgiving is one of America's favorite holidays, bringing together the cherished fundamentals of family, food and relaxation. However, the person (or people) tasked with cooking the big day's meal ...