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This slow cooker roast with root vegetables is a hearty and comforting meal that practically cooks itself. Tender beef chuck roast pairs perfectly with the earthy flavors of potatoes, carrots, and onions, all infused with savory broth and Worcestershire sauce.

Ingredients: 1 3 to 4 pound beef chuck roast. 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks. 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks. 2 onions, sliced. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 cup beef broth. 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce. 2 teaspoons dried thyme. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Season the chuck roast with salt, pepper, and thyme. Place the potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the seasoned chuck roast on top of the vegetables. Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the roast. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender. Once cooked, remove the roast and vegetables from the slow cooker and let rest for a few minutes. Slice the roast and serve with the vegetables and juices from the slow cooker.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 480 minutes

A classic comfort food dish with soft macaroni and rich cheese sauce that is baked to perfection for a hearty meal.

Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni. 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. 1/4 cup butter. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. 2 cups milk. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 1/4 teaspoon paprika optional. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs optional.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. Cook macaroni according to package instructions, then drain. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups of cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika, if using. Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce, then transfer to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs over the top, if desired. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Indulge in the rich flavors of this Braised Pork Ragout with Couscous. Tender pork cubes, aromatic herbs, and vegetables come together in a savory tomato-based sauce, making it a comforting and satisfying dish.

Ingredients: 1.5 lbs pork shoulder, cubed. 1 cup couscous. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. 1 onion, finely chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 carrots, diced. 2 celery stalks, diced. 1 cup chicken broth. 1/2 cup red wine. 2 tablespoons tomato paste. 2 teaspoons dried oregano. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: Add salt and pepper to the pork cubes. Warm up the olive oil in a big pot over medium-high heat. The pork cubes should be browned all over. Take it out and set it aside. You can put onions, garlic, carrots, and celery in the same pot. Cook the vegetables in oil until they get soft. Add the tomato paste and cook for two minutes. To clear the pot, add red wine. Put the pork back in the pot after it has been browned. Chicken broth, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper should be added. Bring to a low boil. Cover and cook on low heat for an hour and a half to two hours, or until the pork is tender and the flavors blend. Follow the directions on the package to make couscous. Put the pork ragout that has been braised on top of the couscous. Add fresh parsley as a garnish. Braised Pork Ragout with Couscous is a hearty and tasty dish.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 120 minutes

A hearty and flavorful soup featuring the rich combination of sweet potatoes and Italian sausage. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner in just 40 minutes.

Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced. 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed. 1 onion, finely chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. 6 cups chicken broth. 1 tsp dried thyme. 1 tsp paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 cups kale, chopped. 1/2 cup heavy cream.

Instructions: Break up the Italian sausage into crumbles and brown it in a large pot over medium-low heat. Put in the minced garlic and chopped onions. Saut until the onions become clear. Then add the chicken broth, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Also add the diced sweet potatoes and tomatoes. Once the soup starts to boil, lower the heat and let it cook for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are soft. Put in the chopped kale and cook for another 5 minutes, until the kale is soft. Add the heavy cream and stir it in. Let the soup cook for five more minutes. If you need to, change the seasonings and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

The rich flavors of ground beef, the sweetness of butternut squash, and a burst of heat from paprika and chili are all combined in this Paleo-friendly recipe. It's a filling dinner that's ideal for a relaxing evening in.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced. 1 onion, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes. 1 tsp chili powder. 1/2 tsp paprika. 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tbsp olive oil. Fresh cilantro, for garnish.

Instructions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and garlic, saut until fragrant and translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned and crumbled. Stir in diced butternut squash and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender. Add diced tomatoes, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until squash is tender. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy your spicy ground beef and butternut squash!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

This easy pot roast crock pot recipe is perfect for busy days. With minimal prep, you can enjoy a delicious and hearty meal with tender beef and flavorful vegetables.

Ingredients: 3 lbs beef chuck roast. 1 packet dry onion soup mix. 1 cup beef broth. 1/2 cup red wine optional. 4 carrots, chopped. 4 potatoes, chopped. 2 onions, sliced. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Season beef chuck roast with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned. Place seared roast in the slow cooker. In a bowl, mix together onion soup mix, beef broth, and red wine if using. Pour mixture over the roast in the slow cooker. Add carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until beef is tender. Once done, remove the roast and vegetables from the slow cooker. Optional: Thicken the sauce by transferring it to a saucepan and simmering until desired consistency. Slice the roast and serve with vegetables and sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 300 minutes

This slow cooker chicken pot pie is comfort food at its finest. Tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a creamy sauce are cooked together in the slow cooker, then topped with flaky pie crust for a delicious twist on a classic dish.

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed. 1 cup diced carrots. 1 cup diced celery. 1 cup frozen peas. 1 onion, chopped. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 cups chicken broth. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup heavy cream. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 package refrigerated pie crusts 2 crusts.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine chicken, carrots, celery, peas, onion, and garlic. In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, flour, heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour mixture over chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender. Preheat oven to 375F 190C. Roll out one pie crust and place it in the bottom of a pie dish. Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture over the crust. Top with the second pie crust and crimp the edges to seal. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 360 minutes