We’re living in a golden age of small kitchen appliances (see: slow cookers, Instant Pots, and air fryers). We’re also in a not-so-golden age of abundant counter space. So what’s a home cook to do?

Tender morsels of beef are simmered in the most delicious, made from scratch sauce, and served over egg noodles in this ...

The Instant Pot has a cult following for a reason — one appliance can make perfect polenta (no stirring required), homemade yogurt and pork shoulder that falls apart the moment it meets your fork. It ...

Chicken can anchor many weeknight meals because it can be prepared in numerous, diverse ways, seasoned however you want, and it's relatively simple to work with. However, sometimes you just can't be ...

That's why we're such big fans of appliance-based cooking — or recipes that call for a slow cooker or Instant Pot to do all the hard work. Below you'll find a ton of our favorite easy Crock Pot and ...

Have you tried making Instant Pot oatmeal? It’s easy to set up overnight for a delicious breakfast the next morning or any time. Scott Suchman The Washington Post Just making a big batch of beans ...

Beat the deep freeze with recipes to cook low and slow. What better time of year than fall and winter to start getting hearty and healthy ingredients to create simple, satisfying meals that cook low ...

For big parties, late-night meal prep, or feeding a hungry family, time is everything. That’s why the best slow cooker is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it tool, allowing you to cook an entire meal ...

What's the longest you have left food in a slow cooker/crock pot? Is it safe to leave cooked food in a slow cooker for 10hrs or so if it is on the Keep Warm setting? I ask because I am trying to plan ...

Casseroles are some of the most comforting foods that come out of your kitchen. But they take some prep work, and that’s not always the best after a long, busy day. Enter: the slow cooker. Lots of ...