A slow cooker, or crockpot, cooks food at a low temperature for many hours, which allows busy moms and dads to add all the necessary ingredients to the crockpot and leave it unattended while working or taking care of the kids. “I love being able to throw everything into the crockpot in the morning, and having the luscious smells of a homemade dinner waiting for me when I get home,” says one reviewer.
Slow cookers can save money as well as time, since the long cooking time is particularly suitable for cooking cheaper cuts of meat, which can be tougher. Soups and stews cooked overnight provide a more healthy and nutritious, less-expensive option to going out for lunch.
In addition to recipes for chicken, the Ultimate Crockpot Cookbook contains recipes for beans, beef, pork, and seafood. Cultural favorites also take a starring role, featuring Asian recipes, Mexican food, southern cooking, and Italian cuisine.
