Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon
Olive Magazine
A French classic that feels tailor-made for slow cookers, Beef Bourguignon’s tender chunks of beef braised in red wine, alongside mushrooms, onions, and lardons are melt-in-the-mouth good. Let the ingredients simmer for hours, and you’ll have a meal that’s richly flavoured and incomparably comforting. Serve with buttery mashed potatoes or crusty bread to mop up the delicious gravy. Get the recipe.
Creamy Chicken Stew
BBC Good Food
This wholesome chicken dish is the perfect antidote to chilly winter days. With its velvety sauce made from crème fraiche and stock, paired with tender chicken thighs and sweet leeks, it’s a recipe that will fast become a nutrition-packed family favourite. Add a dollop of Dijon mustard for extra bite and depth of flavour. Get the recipe.
Spiced Greens, Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry
Waitrose
Packed with warming flavours, from garam masala and curry powder to fresh ginger, this meat-free curry is both nourishing and exceptionally tasty. Sweet potato and chickpeas create a hearty base, while the chopped tomatoes create a rich sauce that only gets better the longer it has to absorb all the flavours. A slow-cooker triumph that’s ideal for those who enjoy a healthy, flavourful option. Get the recipe.
Outrageous Pulled Pork
Jamie Oliver
For a crowd-pleasing dish, pulled pork is a winter winner. Slow-cooked to tender perfection, the pork is infused with sweet courtesy of the apples, and layered with herb and spices thanks to the classic combination of sage and nutmeg. This recipe delivers on both ease and flavour: just prep, slow-cook, and shred. Simple. Get the recipe.
Rick Stein’s Lamb Tagine With Apricots
The Happy Foodie
Transport your taste buds to North Africa with this fragrant lamb tagine. Dried apricots, spices, honey and tender lamb combine to create a dish that’s aromatic and deeply satisfying. Serve with fluffy couscous for a dish that’s as elegant as it is comforting. Get the recipe.
Vegetable Stew
Olive Magazine
Who says simple can’t be sublime? This slow-cooked vegetable stew is proof that humble ingredients can create a truly heartwarming dish. Root vegetables, three types of bean, and a rich tomato base come together to make a meal that’s both filling and packed with goodness. Get the recipe.
Rice Pudding with Spiced Plum Bake
BBC Good Food
For dessert, let your slow cooker work its magic on this creamy rice pudding. A dash of cinnamon and nutmeg brings warmth, while slow-cooked plums (though we’d say it would work equally well with pears) add a seasonal sweetness. Top with a drizzle of honey for the ultimate cosy treat. Get the recipe.
