Though much of the country is still experiencing summer temperatures, here in the Pacific Northwest we are solidly into Fall weather. Sweaters, rain boots, and umbrellas have been dusted off and are getting fair use every day now. Gone are the chilled soups of summer and the days of grilling under the warm rays of the sun. The slow cooker and Instant Pot have made their way from the basement to the kitchen counter where I'm certain they'll remain until early July (typically the start of a Pacific Northwestern summer). Below are some comforting recipes from our food-loving community members. They're sure to give you a warming hug from the inside.
Chili-esque Crock Pot Meat and Bean Soup
Contributed to Foodista by Loaves and Dishes
Loaves and Dishes alternates her recipe with lamb or beef. Recipe here.
AIP Crock Pot Spaghetti and Pesto Meatballs
Contributed to Foodista by Healing Autoimmune
Can't eat pasta for health reasons? Try this delicious zoodle recipe from Healing Autoimmune. Recipe here.
Crock-Pot Beef Ragu with Penne and Ricotta
Contributed to Foodista by Taste and See
Get the taste of a classic beef ragu but without the work! Recipe here.
Tuscan White Bean Soup with Olive Oil and Rosemary
Reprinted with permission from Andrews McMeel Publishing
This delicious Tuscan White Bean Soup is from Lynn Alley's 50 Simple Soups for the Slow Cooker. Recipe here.
Slow Cooker Mexican Hashbrown Casserole
Contributed to Foodista by Simple Green Moms
This easy casserole screams comfort food. It's sure to become a family favorite. Recipe here.
Contributed to Foodista by Loaves and Dishes
Get gourmet flavor without the effort in this classic beef stew recipe. Recipe here.
Contributed to Foodista by Served from Scratch
Pho-get making this Vietnamese soup on the stovetop! Do it in your slow cooker instead! Recipe here.
Contributed to Foodista by Behind the Plates
These delicious carnitas offer both a sweet and savory flavor from the combination of grilled pineapple and unctuous pork. Recipe here.
Contributed to Foodista by Mommie Cooks
Everything but the yogurt goes into the slow cooker to cook. Boom, done! Recipe here.
Slow Cooker Beef Bone Broth Pot Roast
Contributed to Foodista by Kettle and Fire
Cooking this pot roast in Kettle and Fire's beef bone broth gives it a beefy boost. Recipe here.
Slow Cooker Shanghai-style Beef Borscht
Contributed to Foodista by StreetSmart Kitchen
You may think beets when you hear borscht but this recipe gets its red coloring from tomatoes. You will, however, find cabbage! Recipe here.
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Bone Broth
Contributed to Foodista by StreetSmart Kitchen
This tasty soup is both creamy and chunky and is sure to satisfy on a chilly night. Recipe here.
