That’s when your slow cooker can swoop in before the Halloween scaries take hold.
These easy slow-cooker recipes will make your Halloween fright-free (in the cooking department!)
and be a hit with any crowd with their seasonal flair.
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But this recipe is a particularly festive addition to the Halloween appetizer spread.
Chipotle-Barbecue Meatballs
Want meatballs with more barbecue flavor?
Whip up this appetizer to serve to the crowd.
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Guests will appreciate the hint of Chipotle before diving into sugar the rest of the night.
White Chicken Chili
This hearty stew is a great comfort meal to serve in the autumn months.
Make a big pot of this slow-cooker chili for your neighborhood Halloween potluck to ensure a hit!
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Deliciously easy meatballs and tangy tomato sauce make these little sandwiches to-die-for.
Kids can’t get enough of them.
It’ll help gear up your crowd for a night of trick-or-treating!
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It’s big on flavor and low on effortperfect for a Halloween dinner!
Slow Cooker Lentil Soup
Lentil soup is one word: filling!
Slow-Cooker Carne Guisada
Wow any crowd with this stewed, tender beef soup.
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It’s best served alongside warm tortillas with cilantro on top.
Spaghetti Casserole
Spaghetti Casserole is a classic dish that kids and adults adore.
And no wonder: It’s easy-to-make, filling, and flavorful.
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Plus, it’s topped with cheese.
Slow-Cooker Chipotle Brisket Sliders
Sliders make a perfect meal on a busy night like Halloween.
An oat-crisp topping with cinnamon and sugar adds a little sweetness and crunch.
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Lemon Bar Cake
Another dessert idea for the adults?
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