This easy stovetop beef stew is comforting, straightforward, and made with familiar ingredients: beef stew meat, potatoes, carrots, celery, and peas. Everything simmers in a single pot on the stove—no oven or slow cooker required—making it perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal. To build rich flavor, the beef is tossed in seasoned … Read more

Pumpkin cookies made from cake mix require only two ingredients and about five minutes of prep. Combine a box of spice cake mix with a can of pure pumpkin puree in a single bowl, stir until combined, scoop onto a baking sheet, and bake. There’s no need for eggs, oil, or any special equipment left … Read more

This chicken pot pie casserole with biscuits turns everything you love about pot pie into a simple weeknight dinner. Cooked chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, and cheddar cheese all combine in one dish, and refrigerated biscuits bake on top. No crust to roll out and no bottom layer to worry about getting … Read more

Some nights you need dinner to happen without you. This slow cooker vegetable beef soup combines cubed chuck roast, potatoes, frozen mixed vegetables, and a tomato-and-beef-broth base. Prep in the morning and the crockpot does the rest for an easy evening meal. Searing the beef before it goes into the slow cooker is worth the … Read more

Crockpot ravioli lasagna gives you all the comforting, cheesy layers of traditional lasagna with minimal effort. With just four main ingredients—frozen ravioli, ground Italian sausage, jarred pasta sauce and shredded mozzarella—you skip boiling noodles and building layers, yet still end up with a warm, saucy, hearty dinner your family will love. Think of this as … Read more

This pumpkin bundt cake made with cake mix is an easy, crowd-pleasing fall dessert. A box of yellow cake mix combines with a can of pumpkin puree and a generous tablespoon of pumpkin spice. Everything mixes in one bowl, is poured into a prepared bundt pan, and bakes into a tall, tender cake finished with … Read more

Hershey pie is a simple, no-bake chocolate pie made with just Oreo cookies, Hershey’s milk chocolate bars, melted butter, and Cool Whip. With only four main ingredients, no oven required, and about 15 minutes of hands-on prep, the filling becomes light and creamy and sets in a rich Oreo cookie crust. If you want an … Read more

This Slow Cooker Dr Pepper Pulled Pork is fall-apart tender pork shoulder cooked low and slow in a single can of Dr Pepper, then tossed with your favorite barbecue sauce. The soda helps keep the meat moist and adds a subtle sweetness that complements smoky, savory flavors without tasting like soda in the finished dish. … Read more

Southwest chicken salad combines tender shredded chicken with black beans, corn, colorful peppers, and a creamy, smoky dressing. This flavorful twist on classic chicken salad is excellent in a wrap, piled over greens, or scooped up with tortilla chips for a bright, satisfying meal. The dressing—made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime, and warm spices like … Read more

This Slow Cooker French Dip features a seared chuck roast cooked low and slow in a rich, savory au jus, then piled onto toasted rolls and finished with melty provolone. The dipping au jus served on the side is essential—it’s what makes the sandwich truly satisfying. There’s a special comfort in lifting a fork through … Read more