There’s no better feeling than coming home after a long day to a great dinner that you’ve already made. Way to go, slow cooker. Way to go, self.

Crockpot Beer-Braised Chicken

Please note the extremely cozy secret ingredient in this stew: pumpkin beer. Get the recipe.

Butternut Squash-Parsnip Soup

Browning the beef before you add it to the slow cooker is important to add maximum meaty flavor. Get the recipe.