Taste of Home Slow Cooker Throughout the Year

Book excerpt: It’s finally here…a slow-cooker cookbook that’s ideal for every season! Taste of Home Slow Cooker Throughout the Year features 457 mouthwatering recipes, divided into four sections—one for each season. Now you can enjoy the stick-to-your-ribs comfort foods you crave in cool weather as well as the light and lively delights enjoyed during spring and summer—all from your slow cooker! Simmer up a family favorite every night of the year with more than 350 slow-cooked dishes sure to make mealtime special—and easy! Divided into four seasonal sections this colorful collection of recipes is like four cookbooks in one! Spring: Usher in longer days and warmer weather with fuss-free dishes that advantage of fresh produce, lighter ingredients and your slow cooker. Summer: Enjoy warm-weather entrees, berry desserts and other summer specialties that simmer on their own in the slow cooker. Turn here for contributions to block parties, backyard barbecues and reunions. Autumn: From cozy appetizers and savory sides to hearty main dishes and comforting sweets, these classic recipes are sure to make your slow cooker the staple of fall meals. Winter: Whether planning weeknight dinners or holiday buffets, make memories with these slow-cooked classics. Warm hearts with one-dish dinners, chocolate delights and more! CHAPTERS SPRING APPETIZERS & BEVERAGES SIDE DISHES ENTREES SOUPS & SANDWICHES DESSERTS SUMMER APPETIZERS & BEVERAGES SIDE DISHES ENTREES SOUPS & SANDWICHES DESSERTS AUTUMN APPETIZERS & BEVERAGES SIDE DISHES ENTREES SOUPS, STEWS & SANDWICHES DESSERTS WINTER APPETIZERS & BEVERAGES SIDE DISHES ENTREES SOUPS, STEWS & SANDWICHES DESSERTS RECIPES Jalapeno Spinach Dip Lemon Red Potatoes Garden Chicken Cacciatore Cajun Chicken Lasagna Maple Crème Brulee Hot Spiced Wine Cajun-Style Pot Roast All-Day Meatball Stew Fudgy Peanut Butter Cake Easy Slow Cooker Mac & Cheese Cider-Glazed Ham Chicken Merlot with Mushrooms Slow-Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake