Grandma’s favorite fall slow-cooker recipes add a touch of nostalgia to the menu planning. Whether you’re hosting a weekend tailgate or looking for a comforting weeknight supper, these are the recipes for you. Dig into these family favorites, from classic and comforting bowls of chili to tender and juicy roasts.
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This warm and comforting soup tastes like fall. Grandma’s favorite time-saving trick is to rely on the trusty the slow-cooker to make sweet, tender onions that require little to no stirring.
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A bowlful of comfort is exactly what the chilly season requires – and Grandma’s recipe surely delivers. Chicken and dumplings is a family-favorite that always makes its way on the table.
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If you’re looking for something that tastes like home cooking, dig deep into Grandma’s recipe box. This nostalgic, extra delicious recipe is made for Sunday suppers.
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All you need is 15 minutes of hands-on time for this soup. Packed with flavorful vegetables and enhanced with bacon, this is the ultimate comfort food.
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Sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and rich cream come together in this flavorful soup that is the perfect recipe for a cool autumn day.
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Chili night is always on the fall weeknight dinner rotation. This classic recipe is versatile enough for weeknight dinners or weekend potlucks.
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A quintessential Southern dish that’s a lot easier to pull together than it looks. The fundamental ingredients in this recipe consist of chuck or beef roast, butter, soup or gravy flavoring mix, ranch dressing mix, and pepperoncini peppers. It’s a crowdpleaser all season long.
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Look at what a pound of ground beef can get you. This recipe, which requires just 15 minutes of hands-on time, brings the vibrant flavors of taco soup to life in one delicious recipe.
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Five minutes of hands-on time is all you need to bring this New Orleans classic to the table. While traditionally this recipe was served on Mondays, break out your trusty slow-cooker and whip up this recipe any day of the week.
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Leave it to Grandma to find an effortless way to make lemon-flavored barbecue chicken. Not only does using the slow-cooker make cleanup a breeze but cooking low and slow creates juicy, tender results that everyone will be talking about.
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All eyes on this five-ingredient suppertime sensation. Grandma turns to this flavorful recipe when she wants chicken with a little bit of kick. It’s great for Sunday supper or a weeknight dinner party.
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Fall is a great time to enjoy venison, and this is Grandma’s go-to recipe. Root vegetables, mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, and a variety of herbs come together for a recipe that is a family gathering go-to.
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