This super-easy chili is healthy, delicious, and totally hands-off. Looking for aone-pot mealthat will serve a crowdor be ideal for meal prep? This hearty slow cooker vegetarian chili has got you covered. Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower Cocoa and cinnamon bring depth and warmth to the chili, while fire roasted tomatoes add smoky flavor. And don’t forget the toppings! Sour cream, sliced radishes, and crushed tortilla chips are all good choices....

We whipped up a light-as-air angel food cake inwait for ita slow cooker. We like to serve it with freshly whipped cream and some lightly macerated fruit. The angel food cake cant wait to soak up those fruity juices. Whether you make it in a slow cooker or bake it in the oven, angel food cake gets its lift from properly beaten egg whites. Unlike heavy cream, which is best whipped when very cold in a very cold bowl, egg whites whip better at room temperature....

Add the short ribs and carrots and arrange in a single layer. Lay the cabbage on top. Transfer the cabbage, short ribs, and carrots to plates. Preparing short ribs may sound intimidating, but they’re a cinch to make in the slow cooker.Get the recipe:Slow-Cooker Asian Short Ribs.Photo: Marcus Nilsson With a large spoon or ladle, skim the fat from the cooking liquid and discard. If the slow cooker is on the low setting, turn it to high....

Feeling a bit bored with standard taco night? Spread 1 jar of the salsa in the bottom of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Top with the remaining salsa and Cheddar. Photo: Marcus Nilsson Cover and cook until heated through, on low for 212 to 3 hours. Serve with the enchiladas and sprinkle with the scallions. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Canned fire-roasted tomatoes add heat to this big-batch recipe. For best results, reheat the leftovers on the stovetop for 10 to 15 minutes. Reserve half the chili for tomorrow’s dinner. Photo: Anna Williams Serve the remaining chili with the sour cream, avocado, and cilantro. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

We all know homemade chicken soup hits the spot. The family-friendly dish will keep in the refrigerator for up to three days in an airtight container. We recommend serving it with buttery crackers or crusty bread and a big green salad. Soothe your soul with a classic chicken soup that includes tender pasta, carrots, and celery. Get the recipe.Romulo Yanes Twenty minutes before serving, transfer the chicken to a bowl....

Cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Twenty minutes before serving, cook the rice according to the package directions. Just before serving, stir the cream into the chicken tikka masala. A good foray into Indian food, this tomato-based dish is light on the warm spices but still has distinct ethnic flair. Sprinkle garam masala (an aromatic blend of spices like cumin, coriander, black pepper, cinnamon, and cardamom) into a basic tomato sauce....

Allow us to introduce you to the gooiest, fudgiest, easiest chocolate cake on the planet. This may be the simplest cake ever. The trick is to let the cake finish cooking outside of the slow cooker for a pudding-like center. Photo: Victor Protasio Serve it with whipped cream or ice cream if desired, but trust us, you’ll want it. This recipe was developed by Emily Nabors Hall. Generously coat a 3-quart round or oval slow cooker with cooking spray....

Heat a few tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meat, a few pieces at a time, adding more oil as necessary. Transfer to a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. This crowd-pleasing meal reheats well and is perfect for a cold night. Get the recipe.Susie Cushner Add the onions to the skillet and cook over medium heat until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and coat the onions; transfer to the cooker....

This decadent slow-cooker recipe involves citrusy pork, salty ham, melted cheese, tangy pickles, and mustard. How’s this for easy? Then it’s hands off for about 7 hours. Photo: Greg DuPree fresh orange juice 2tablespoonsfresh lime juice (from 2 limes) 66-in. Add the chicken stock, orange zest, and orange juice. Cover and cook on low until the pork is very tender, 7 to 8 hours. Pull pork into 1- to 2-inch pieces; toss with the lime juice....

Just be sure to taste the curry once it’s finished and adjust the seasoning. Add the onion and stir to combine. Place the chicken on top and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 14 teaspoon pepper. If you like your curry spicy, turn up the heat by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper.Get the recipe:Slow-Cooker Curried Chicken With Ginger and Yogurt.José Picayo Twenty minutes before serving, cook the rice according to the package directions....

Once you make pizza in your slow cooker, you might never call for delivery again. Optional toppings: 8 oz. Place on a sheet of parchment paper. Victor Protasio Lower dough (still on parchment) into slow cooker. Gently tug and stretch dough up the sides of insert. Scatter mozzarella over surface of dough. Add any additional toppings, then top with sauce. Lift and stretch edges of crust so it reaches above filling....

Whats better than a cup of steaming spiced hot cocoa? One thats ready and waiting for you after a long afternoon of sledding or skiing. If you have cheesecloth, bundle the spices inside of a square and secure it with kitchen twine. Photo: Greg DuPree That way you wont have to strain. Heres an idea: use any leftover hot cocoa as a milk substitute in your morning coffee. This recipe was developed by Deb Wise....