Leave it to the slow cookerto help make suppertime (and really anytime) a breeze. As we look back on 2024, we rounded up the top ten slow-cooker recipes that won our readers hearts. The best part about these most popular recipes? They show how versatile the slow cooker can be, from whipping up sandwiches and butter to soups and vegetable sides.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Readers loved this recipe, giving it five stars all around. One review said: “Raves all around!!Very rich and filling. I didn’t have Tortellini, so used frozen spinach/cheese ravioli. Delightful!”
Caitlin Bensel
The reviews were five stars all around for this recipe that makes an appearance at most holidays around the South.
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
There is nothing better than reading rave reviews about a recipe. This classic Southern dish had positive feedback all around: “I have been making and enjoying collard greens for years. I found this recipe right before Christmas and can only say they are the absolutely best! My son asked me to make a second batch which I did using mixed greens. They, too, turned out fabulous.”
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Torie Cox; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas
Many say this recipe is so good, it can be enjoyed spooned right from the jar. (That means it’s really good.) One review said: “I have made this as gifts several times! Added homemade bread… people ate it right out of the container before the day was over! It is DELICIOUS and delightful! I am in awe of whomever came up with the recipe!!!”
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Meet the most popular weeknight meal of 2024. Readers loved this recipe for its taste and ease: “Nice way to prepare meatloaf when you’re working late!”
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Comfort in a bowl. This recipe is a real crowdpleaser, and great for serving for tailgates, weeknight dinners, or weekend dinner parties.
Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
So many readers wrote in and shared how much they their families loved this recipe. It’s not only great for weeknights but Sunday suppers, too. “I made this recipe for my family last week and it was a big hit!”
Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
“Delicious1” That was the first word in multiple reviews, which was music to our Southern editors’ ears.
Photography: Caitlin Bensel, Prop Styling: Audrey Davis, Food Styling: Rishon Hanners
Every home cook needs a warm and satisfying stew in their winter recipe rotation and this recipe is hard to top. One reader said: “Great recipe turned out spectacular! A rich stew that satisfies. Have a nice glass of red and some crusty bread handy!”
Greg DuPree
With just 30 minutes of hands-on time, you can enjoy this tangy pulled pork that tastes like the authentic Carolina sandwich. One reader said: “This recipe makes the most authentic tasting Carolina style pulled pork. I made it for a neighborhood potluck and even my picky foodie neighbors loved it.”