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Can you believe the 4th of July is almost here?! That means cookouts and get-togethers around these parts. So I have to figure out what I am going to take, and baby, it’s HOT outside! So that makesit a reallygood time to pull out my crock pots and not heat up my kitchen!

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Aunt Lou to the rescue! I’ve pulled together 31Party Perfect Recipes to help you find a great recipe to take to your next party/cookout/get-together (whatever kind of shindig you have going on!).

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Dips

What party would be complete without some dips?!

1. First up is this crowd-pleasin’ Bacon Cheeseburger Crock Pot Dip. A winner every single time!

Meatballs

6. These BBQ Sticks and Stonesare a great twist on your traditional meatballs!

7. Or you could give these Sweet and Tangy Meatballs a try. A suggestion to Cris from a reader on switching out just one ingredient gave her yetanother great meatball recipe!

8. There are only two ingredients in these yummy French Onion Meatballs…and they are quite the crowd pleasers!

9. These Tangy Pineapple Meatballsmost definitely willNOT disappoint!

10. Cris’ wedding was the first time I made these super yummyEasy Party Meatballs, and they have become a party staple around here.

11. Tina from Mommy’s Kitchen has yet another amazing meatball recipe with Grammam Phyillis’ Italian Meatballs.

Sandwiches

12. Cris just threw together this Crock Pot Shredded Chicken. It is so simple to make and perfect for sandwiches!

13. This Slow Cooker Pork Roast French Dip has a secret ingredient and is ah-mazing!

14. There are just four ingredients in this Sweet and Savory Beefrecipe, and it is oh so yummy!

15. Add a bit of a luau feel to your get together with these Crock Pot Hawaiian Sandwiches.

16. The Country Cook, Brandie, has a simpleCrock Pot Beef Dipsrecipe that looks absolutely delicious.

17. Or how about an old time favorite? Check out these Crock Pot Coney Dogs!

18. Christy of Southern Plate’s Southern Style Pulled Pork BBQ – Slow Cooker Recipe is sure to become a favorite!

Sides

19. You can’t have a cookout without baked beans…right? Let your crock pot do all the work for you with these Crock Pot Pineapple Baked Beans!

Desserts

25. Everyone always raves when I bring this Slow Cooker Bunch of Crunch Candy. In fact, it has been requested that I make it for a snack for our VBS this year!

26. This Perfect Crock Pot Caramel Dipgoes great with some sliced apples.

27. These Holiday Slow Cooker Rice Krispy Treatscan be made festive for any occasion just bychanging out the candy on top! Red Hots or Red M&Ms for the 4th of July, Reese’s Pieces for Halloween, Red and Green M&Ms for Christmas…the list can go on and on!

28. This Crock Pot White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecakefrom Tina of Mommy’s Kitchen looks divine!

29. Need a quick and easy recipe? Check out thisPeanut Cluster Crock Pot Candy.

30. I love cherry desserts and this one isappropriately named…Cherry Delight! Yum!

31. This Crock Pot Hot Fudge Sunday Cakeshared by Brandie (aka The Country Cook) is definitely worth doubling the recipe and throwing it in a 4-5 quart crock pot! Everyone will want a bite of this one.

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Can I just throw a bunch of ingredients in the crockpot? ›

For many dishes, particularly soups and stews, you really can just throw all the ingredients in. It can be nice to cook the onions beforehand, as the flavour is different to when you put them in raw, but experiment both ways as you may find you prefer one.

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How do you make slow cooker meals taste better? ›

If you take an extra 10 minutes to sauté the aromatics before scraping them into the slow-cooker, the finished dish will have deeper flavor and better texture. (And some new slow-cookers allow you to sauté right in the insert, so you don't have to wash a separate skillet.)

What goes in first in a crock pot? ›

Place firm, slow-cooking root vegetables like potatoes and carrots at the bottom of the crock and pile the meat on top. Set the heat level: A general rule of thumb is that cooking on the low setting (170 degrees F for most models) takes about twice as long as cooking on high (280 degrees F on most models).

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What happens if you don't brown meat before a slow cooker? ›

"Browning, or caramelizing, meat before putting it into a slow cooker isn't 100 percent necessary, but it is well worth the effort for the most flavorful and full-bodied end result," he says. "The caramelized surface of the meat will lend rich flavor and color to the finished dish."

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Does meat get more tender the longer it cooks in a slow cooker? ›

Your meat will be juicier and more tender

The longer cooking time and the low heat complement each other perfectly. As a result, even though the meat is cooked for far longer, it doesn't dry out because the temperature is low. As a result, this is the best way to retain all the natural juices of the meat.

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Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low? ›

The difference between "High" and "Low" on slow cookers seems to differ with every brand and model. One thing that is consistent, though, is that food takes seven to eight hours to reach a simmer point (around 210°) on low; versus three to four hours on high.

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What foods should not go in a slow cooker? ›

10 Foods You Should Never Make in a Slow Cooker

Raw Meat.
Seafood.
Pasta.
Rice.
Delicate Vegetables.
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
Dairy.
Wine and Other Liquor.

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Jan 19, 2024

Can I leave the slow cooker on overnight? ›

Yes, you can use your slow cooker for longer than eight hours, as long as you keep an eye on it. Many slow cookers do have an automatic shutoff after 24 hours.

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Do you have to brown stew meat before putting it in the Crockpot? ›

Browning Is Better

Slow cooker recipes don't always instruct you to brown meat before adding it to the pot, but there are some advantages to doing so. If you sear meat to a crusty brown with a little oil in a hot skillet, the meat develops more complex flavors and improves the dish.

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Is it better to cook on high and then low for slow cooker? ›

If possible, turn the cooker on the highest setting for the first hour of cooking time and then to low or the setting called for in your recipe. Foods take different times to cook depending upon the setting used. Certainly, foods will cook faster on high than on low.

What is the best meat for slow cooking? ›

The best cuts of meat for slow cooking

Chuck steak.
Round steak.
Blade steak.
Topside.
Silverside.
Skirt steak.
Shin (gravy) beef.
Sausages.

Should vegetables go on top or bottom in crock pot? ›

Slow cooker recipes have (obviously) long cook times, and it's the meat—not the carrots—that benefit from it. By placing the protein at the bottom (closest to the heating element), and vegetables at the top, you can keep your plant parts a little more toothsome, while ensuring your meat is fall-apart tender.

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Do potatoes go on top or bottom of roast? ›

directions. Put potatoes, carrots and onion on bottom of crockpot. Place the roast on top, fat side up. Pour in water or beef broth.

What are the disadvantages of a slow cooker? ›

What are the disadvantages of a slow cooker? Slow cookers only apply heat to the bottom of the crock, which cuts down on their ability to reduce liquids and brown foods, and develop flavor the same way a Dutch oven or pressure cooker can.

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How not to use a slow cooker? ›

7 Slow Cooker Mistakes to Avoid, According to Chefs

Adding Delicate Vegetables Too Early. ...
Overfilling the Slow Cooker. ...
Using a Slow Cooker to Reheat Food. ...
Not Reducing Liquid for Soups and Stews. ...
Not Searing Meat Before Putting It in a Slow Cooker. ...
Putting Frozen Foods in a Slow Cooker. ...
Adding Fresh Herbs Too Early.

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Why is my beef still tough after slow cooking? ›

If you consistently notice tough beef, Carli says your slow cooker may not be working hard enough. “Try cooking for longer, or at a higher temp,” she advises.

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31 Party Perfect Crock Pot Recipes - Recipes That Crock! (2024)

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