Crock Pot

As we head into the cold months, nothing sounds more appealing than hot dishes and comfort food. Luckily, Crock-Pots are a great way to cook — they don't require too much effort but still leave meals full of flavor. The best part: you can prep in the morning and come home to dinner already made. Get started with these recipes and let us know if you have any of your own!

Pulled-Pork Sandwich	Beef Chili	Lamb Tagine
Braised Chicken	Short Ribs	Cuban Chicken

The majority of you love your slow cookers, but many commented that you don't like a bunch of preparation before hand. While I understand the ease of throwing everything into a pot and letting it cook, just 20 minutes of effort can take a dish from just OK to truly scrumptious. That is the case for this slow cooker Cuban chicken; it requires browning, but it greatly enhances the dish.

The sauce is full of complex flavors, including fresh bay leaf, sweet citrus, and caramelized onions and garlic. The chicken falls off the bone and is perfect served over brown rice, with a simple salad. It would also be divine stuffed into a taco topped with guac and sour cream! If you want to take your slow cooking to the next level, keep reading for the recipe.