A few pantry staples and a pound of ground beef simmer away for this classic slow-cooker taco soup. Filling and warm, it’s also simple to prepare. Learn how to make slow-cooker taco soup. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox What Is Taco Soup? A popular dish that’s easy to make, taco soup is fun, flavorful, and totally customizable. Reheat on the stovetop or back in the slow-cooker until hot throughout when ready to serve....

Move over, turkey sandwich. Turkey and dumplings are the leftover dish we want after Thanksgiving. It’s time to bring out the slow-cooker. Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis This recipe for slow-cooker turkey and dumplings soup is about to change the Thanksgiving leftovers game. This recipe repurposes all the charm ofThanksgiving leftoversinto one decadent, low-effort package. This tasty slow-cooker soup is an easy way to make the most out of leftoverturkey....

Learn how to make slow-cooker vegetable soup, and let the Crock-Pot do all the work. Freeze in small portions, if possible, for quick thawing. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen. Credit:Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely What To Serve With Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup This vibrant soup is a meal all on its own. Serve with crusty bread,garlic bread, orwarm rollsfor dipping. Add kale and lemon juice: Uncover and stir in kale....

Venison stew is a classic, hearty dish that heats you up from the inside out. Thats when kicking back with a perfectly prepared bowl of venison stew is both heart- and stomach-warming. Its also a terrific one-pot meal thats easiest to make in your slow-cooker. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. As long as theres enough sauce to cover the proteins, venison stew also freezes well....

This slow-cooker white chicken chili recipe couldn’t be easier. Made while you’re away at work, it’s a comforting classic dinner. This is also a good slow-cooker chili option for tailgates or parties, because not everyone like tomato-based chilis. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox It relies on high-flavor ingredientsand of course the toppings to make it extra comforting and special. You don’t even have to sear the chili before you jump in the recipe....

Say hello to the easiest (and tastiest!) way to make use of an overabundance of cherry tomatoes found in your garden or at your local farmstand. This best-ever bruschetta recipe rivals any restaurant. Credit: Greg Dupree; Food Styling: Anna Hampton; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Say hello to the easiest (and tastiest!) way to make use of an overabundance of cherry tomatoesfound in your gardenor at your local farmstand. Tangy goat cheese and crusty French bread come together in perfect harmony with our best-ever homemade bruschetta recipe....

This cake is perfectly portioned for your birthday baby. This smash cake recipe is simple, yet moist, tender, and buttery in flavor. This cake is easy to makemore time to party plan and decorateand the buttercream is smooth and fluffy. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Just don’t forget to add decorationsand a candlefor the guest of honor’sspecial moment. Ingredients Cake: Baking spray with flour 1cupgranulated sugar 1/2cup(4 oz. )unsalted butter, at room temperature...

An extra-special sauce gives these smashburgers incredible flavor. You’ll want it on everything from now on. If youve never made a smashburger, theyre almost as fun to cook as they are to eat. Credit:Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely The result is crispyburgersthat cook fast. Trust us, these beat any burger joint you could find. Learn how to make smashburgers, and bring flavorful restaurant-worthy burgers to your dinner table tonight....

Beautiful from the inside out, these smashed baby red potatoes are an herby, garlic-coated dream come true. They look and taste like rustic, rebellious French fries that have maintained their crunchy golden goodness. Learn how to makesmashed red potatoes, and discover your new favorite weeknight side. Credit:Emily Laurae / Southern Living Drain; discard rosemary sprigs and smashed garlic. Arrange potatoes on prepared baking sheet. Using the heel of your hand, lightly crush potatoes until they are about 1/2 inch thick....

A tangy, refreshing smashed cucumber salad is perfect for summer dinners. This is the era of smashed cucumber salad. Aside from providing a healthy outlet for frustrated cooks, smashing foods can have some beneficial culinary applications. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Learn how to make smashed cucumber salad. While smashing doesnt make cucumbers any more crispy (arent they crunchy enough already? The result is avegetable saladthat tastes marinated, instead of just hastily dressed....

Southern-style fried okra, no deep-frying required. Roasting this breaded veggie in the oven cuts down on the fat without sacrificing the super-crispy crust. Each oven-fried piece of okra is tender and crispyno slime here. Credit:Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Don’t skip the Speedy Creole Comeback Sauce (recipe below). It’s the perfect smoky, tangy sauce that will keep people, well, coming back for more. Whisk together buttermilk, 1/3 cup water, and egg in a medium bowl....

Level up your cookie tray with these trendy smashed cookies. Jessica Furniss Smashed sugar cookies with sour cream icing are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. Sour cream may seem like an unconventional icing ingredient, but trust us. Credit:Jessica Furniss Its creamy, tangy, and full of delicious flavor! From bake shops to social media, these trendy smashed sugar cookies are popping up everywhere. We’ll show you how. Credit:Jessica Furniss...

Time to up your appetizer game with this smoked fish dip. We love servingdipsat parties big and small for their simplicity and ease. All the flavors are balanced out with brine and acid from capers, lemon juice, and pickles. Credit:Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabor Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley If you’re able to’t find any smoked whitefish, substitute an equal amount of smoked salmon. What bang out of Fish Is Whitefish?...