During the colder months, the slow cooker is my bestie. Recipes usually require little effort and time for a whole meal to be ready when you get home. Today I’m sharing a collection of yummy dinners, sides and even dessert that I’m dying to try this fall and winter.

This Slow Cooker Corn and Jalapeno Dip is pretty much perfection. Trust me, I’ve made it several times.

Also this Slow Cooker BBQ Beer Chicken. Amazing.

General Tso’s is our favorite takeout so this is definitely on the short list.

I’m absolutely dying to try this Kalua Pork.

This Pasta E Fagioli looks so warm and hearty.

And while we’re talking soup, this Latin Beef Stew sounds incredible.

What’s better than coming home to a pot of rich beef ribs? Nothing.

Slow Cooker Chicken Broccoli Alfredo is so easy and will definitely please the family.

Chocolate Cake in a slow cooker? It’s always worth a try when the end result is cake.

I just can’t even with this Slow Cooker White Hot Chocolate.

Slow cookers aren’t just for food anymore. Check out these fun ideas for air fresheners, candles, play dough and more.

*Crock Pot Pork Ragu pictured above can be found here.