These slow-cooker recipes for Easter are perfect for a hassle-free holiday.
Frommain dishestoside dishestoholiday desserts, your trusty slow cooker can do it all, especially on special occasions.
This recipe makes six servings and lets the slow-cooker do the work for a juicy, satisfying main course.

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Limit cooking to three hours to keep beans slightly crisp.
It’s the perfect way to start your holiday meal.
Slow-Cooker Collard Greens With Ham Hocks
A holiday staple made easy.

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Simply use your slow cooker to reheat them before serving.
This recipe cooks everything in a slow-cooker to make for a tender, flavorful side dish.
A dash of hot sauce and snipped chives add bright color and flavor to each steaming bowl.

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Crawfish Dip
Crawfish are in season at Easter and a traditional dish on Louisiana tables.
This cheesy, hot dip is ready in an hour and a great way to start your meal.
Serve with sweet potatoes or mashed potatoes.

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Lemon juice and fresh thyme add an earthy brightness to each bowl.
Serve the shredded chicken with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables likeHoney Roasted Carrotsor ourSpring Vegetable Saute.
And you only need about 10 minutes of hands-on time to prepare a meal for 10.

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