Slow Cooker Shakshuka

When I was first introduced to shakshuka a few years back, I instantly fell in love with the flavours. I have since tried many variations of this classic dish but this is my favourite. For me, it’s such a perfect way to start a weekend, along with a steaming-hot coffee and the morning paper. Sheer bliss. You can also find this recipe on page 38 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook!

Slow Cooker Beef Tacos

This slow cooker beef tacos recipe is from page 138 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook. But this easy recipe leaves the hard work to the slow cooker. So simply pop in the taco filling ingredients in the morning and it will be ready to serve by dinner time. Then spooned into taco shells and finished with your favourite toppings. So I love the fact that you can make this recipe your own. You can use more or less spices, or use minced lamb or pork instead of beef. So feel free to mix up the toppings, too. And it’s a great sharing meal for the whole family without the stress. So this slow cooker beef tacos recipe will produce some of the tastiest beef mixture for your next taco and the whole family will enjoy this dish all year round. Learn how to make these juicy and tender minced beef tacos in the slow cooker.

Slow Cooker Cowgirl Stew

This slow cooker cowgirl stew recipe is from page 76 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook. What I love about this recipe is that it is so very versatile and easy to customise. You also do not need to add the hot dogs; instead you could leave them out and just have this as a classic bean stew. I like to serve my stew with a crusty baguette, but it is also great on a jacket potato. It’s a classic winter warmer that the whole family will enjoy. As the weather gets cooler, nothing beats a comforting bowl of stew for dinner to fill your belly and warm you up. And using the slow cooker makes preparing this hearty stew even easier. My son is not a big fan of kidney beans, so when I am cooking it for him, I simply leave them out and double up on the baked beans. But this is what I love about cooking: mixing things up to suit different tastes. My recipes are just a guide so feel free to customise them to your tastes!

Slow Cooker Duck Wraps

You can find this delicious slow cooker duck wraps recipe on page 127 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook. Cooked slow and low for around 8 hours, the tender duck will simply fall off the bone. Ready to be wrapped in tortillas with spring onions, cucumber and hoisin sauce in this slow cooker take on the classic Chinese takeaway dish. So this slow cooked hoisin duck wraps is hands down my son’s favourite recipe. We tried hoisin duck wraps at a festival once and loved them so much, I just had to try and recreate them at home using my slow cooker. The duck cooks so well in the slow cooker; the tender, juicy meat just falls off the bone.

Slow Cooker Chicken Soup

So you can find this delicious chicken soup for the soul recipe on page 142 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook. So warm and comforting, this easy slow cooked chicken soup is always the perfect choice for cold winter days. This is my go-to recipe if I am feeling a little under the weather or need warming up. There is something special about chicken soup that is just so comforting. It also freezes really well, so you can have a little ready made pick-me-up to hand for whenever you need it. This recipe could not be any easier, just pop all the ingredients for this chicken soup into the slow cooker in the morning, and it will be ready by dinner time. This is such a simple classic chicken soup that freezes well and is packed with flavour from the tender chicken and vegetables. It will surely go down really well with all of the family any time of the year. You can even add noodles to make the soup even more filling.

Slow Cooker Red Thai Prawn Noodles

This slow cooker prawn noodles recipe is from page 120 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook. Imagine coming home after a long day to the comforting aroma of a delicious Thai-inspired meal simmering away in your slow cooker. This recipe combines the rich and fragrant flavours of Thai red curry paste with the creamy smoothness of coconut milk. Creating a delightful blend that tantalizes your taste buds. The addition of kaffir lime leaves and dried red chillies infuses the dish with an authentic and zesty kick. While the tender prawns and crisp vegetables provide a satisfying and nutritious bite.

Slow Cooker Sticky Toffee Pudding

You can find this sticky toffee pudding recipe on page 173 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook. What can I say about this slow cooker toffee pudding! It’s an absolute classic and one that I’d eat every single day if I could. I always serve mine with scrumptious vanilla ice cream. Pure heaven! I absolutely love the simplicity of the slow cooker, being able to pop in the ingredients and then walk away to return a few hours later to a cooked meal is a wonderful feeling, and it’s even better when you know you are going to be returning to a delicious and indulgent dessert like this slow cooked sticky toffee pudding.