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The allure of a slow cooker meal is pretty undeniable: You layer some ingredients into your Crock-Pot, choose a heat setting, set a timer for how long it needs to cook, and come back later to a meal that’s ready and waiting for you. (Bonus: Your home will also smell amazing.)
Busy parents know that the slow cooker is such a useful tool for getting dinner on the table with as little fuss as possible. And while this kitchen appliance is handy all year round, it really shines in winter, as it’s well-suited to recipes that benefit from low and slow cooking like pot roast and chili mac and cheese — hearty meals that will keep the whole family satisfied until the first thaw in spring.
