If you are looking for the perfect yet simple cookbook this book is it. I am always looking for crock-pot meals that are easy enough to do and still satisfy the family. The beginning of the book has great guides to help even a novice get started. There is a page with temperature guides for meat and a chart to help you convert times and temps for your size of crock-pot. Throughout the book are suggestions for what to make to pair with recipes. Our favorite was the Savory Beef stew. Just the right amount of ingredients to keep it simple yet flavorful and easy instructions to follow. We really enjoyed this cookbook.

I will say right now that this book had so many great recipes in it and I am excited to get started with cooking and making these amazing dishes! I think there is a recipe for everyone's taste. I can't wait to make the Buffalo Chicken Noodle Soup. I really enjoyed looking through this cookbook and planning out what I will be trying very soon!

Not as many recipes I’d want to try then expected it left. A lot if be desired for me sadly so I’m still on hunt for good recipes for set and wait and eat

I love my Crock Pot so when I saw a Cookbook with more recipes I quickly requested it!

This cookbook lives up to its name. Simple, delicious and easy recipes! It begins with an Introduction about your Crock Pot and other kitchen accessories and food safety tips. The book is divided into Six sections - Soups and Stews, Breakfast, Mains, Sides and Snacks, Desserts, and Menu for Two.

Each recipe includes a picture of the finished product which I love. I can't wait for the Fall weather to try some of the Soups and Stews which are always a hit with my family 🍜 There are many of the traditional soups and stews but one that I will definitely try to make is the, "Beef Chipotle Chili." My mouth just waters writing about it! 😋 I like just how easy some of the recipes are and I'll be hosting a Barbecue/Cookout this coming weekend and I'm going to make the, "Creamy loaded corn" recipe.

There's just too many good sounding recipes to mention but if you love your Crock Pot like me I wholeheartedly recommend this Cookbook!

Thanks to NetGalley and Fox Chapel Publishing for granting me access to this Advance Reader Copy.

This is the perfect cookbook for those new to a slow cooker. It teaches you the very basics and then provides delicious recipes. There are no hard-to-find, expensive ingredients and everything we tried so far was delicious. And who doesn't love being able to do minimal prep, dump ingredients in a pot, let it cook overnight or while you are at work, and come home to a delicious, hot meal?

Mouth-watering pictures, great recipes! What else could you want?

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An excellent cookbook! The basic crock pot instruction at the beginning of the book makes this very accessible to people new to the appliance, while the conversion charts are handy for all users. I personally always have an issue with crockpot recipes, as I have a rather small 4.5 quart one and it seems all the recipes are made for bigger ones. The conversion chart was enlightening for me. I haven't been able to make any of the recipes yet, but I have bookmarked several and look forward to them!

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Crock Pot Essentials truly lives up to its name, providing an essential collection of slow cooker recipes that offers a go-to for easy and delicious meals. Coming home to a ready-made dinner is a game-changer, perfect for busy days or gatherings with friends and family. The variety of recipes, from breakfast to dessert, ensures there's something to please every palate and occasion. I particularly appreciated the thoughtful organization and layout of the book, making it a breeze to find the perfect recipe. The inclusion of cooking for two was a fantastic bonus, catering to different needs. This cookbook has simplified my cooking routine and introduced me to unique dishes I hadn't tried before. A must-have addition to any home cook's collection!

Absolutely delicious looking meals! We love our crock pot. It's so easy to prepare meals in, walk away and do whatever it is you need to do, and come back to a delicious meal. Schaeffer presents a very good book here. Things that I have never thought of trying in a crock pot. Well written, easily understood recipes, and excellent photos. This is a book everyone should have in their kitchen. I really look forward to trying many of them.

If you’re looking for some yummy recipes to have for dinner, then you’ll love this cookbook. I especially liked that they’re recipes to cook in your crockpot. My favorite recipe is the Savory Beef Stew and my husband especially enjoyed because it calls for ketchup instead of canned tomatoes. Then, there’s the Cheesy Potato Soup. This is so good, but I think I might make it with potato chunks next time. Grab your copy and try to decide what you want to make first.

I received an advanced reader copy of this book from NetGalley and this is my voluntary and honest review.

Simply Delicious Crock Pot Cookbook is an appealing and well written collection of recipes by Anne Schaeffer featuring crock pot preparation. Due out 29th Aug 2023 from Fox Chapel Publishing, it's 168 pages and will be available in paperback format.

The crock pot/slow cooker is a workhorse in most western kitchens. The author utilizes basic, readily available ingredients into appealing and appetizing basic "family dinner" dishes. This would make a really solid housewarming gift for newly fledged kids living away from home or newlyweds, as well as a nice go-to for working families who need dinner prepared by the time they get home from work.

Recipes are arranged thematically: soups & stews (the bulk of the recipes), breakfast, sides & snacks, main dishes, dessert, and meals for two. Recipe ingredients are given in a bullet-list sidebar, followed by step-by-step prep instructions. Ingredient measures are provided in imperial (American) units only. The recipes require items which will be easy to find in virtually every local grocery store. Nutritional info is not provided with the recipes.

The book is abundantly and well photographed in color throughout. Serving suggestions are attractive and appropriate. Although the bulk of the book follows the crockpot style of protein/veg/stock for a hearty soup/stew type dish, there are a gratifying number of variations. The author has also included a number of steamed dishes including a nice orange chocolate cheesecake (with two servings).

Four stars. Well done collection. The author has a clear no-nonsense style of writing and has previously published several other thematic cookbooks.

I have a crock pot and I rarely use it and there are so many interesting and enticing recipes included in Crock-Pot Essentials. Guess who will be using their crock-pot more often these days. There are so many great recipes in Crock-Pot Essentials I don’t even no what to try my hands at preparing first breakfast, lunch, dinner, meals for two, and/or desserts. I had no idea that so many food items could go into making a great crock-pot meal. Love how the book is broken down into different sections with such easy-to-follow recipes and colorful illustrations.

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I live in the south, so it is more than fair to say that my crockpot is one of my most used kitchen appliances. I do use it more in the fall and winter for soups and stews, than in the summer when it is hot outside and soup is not what I want. This book is so inventive with so many recipes that are good year round.

I never would have thought of making huevos rancheros in a crockpot, but now I am excited to try it and know what I will be serving the next time I host brunch.

There are only two people in my house so the section of meals meant for only two people rather than the whole army my crockpot is capable of feeding is going to be so amazing. I am excited to throw quite a few of these recipes into my weeknight dinner rotation.

Crock-Pot Essentials is full of 101 recipes for your crockpot. There are sections for Soups and Stews, Breakfast, Sides and Snacks, Mains, Dessert, and a separate section for Meals for Two. Vegetarian recipes are marked as such, for the vegetarians among us. 🙂

This has all your standards like stews and roast, but it has tons of variety with new recipes, too. I never would have thought to make French toast or coffee cake in the crockpot. Lots of ymmy looking pictures and so many easy recipes in this collection! ❤️

Thanks Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to review this eARC in exchange for my honest review on the book!

Crock Pot Essentials is full of lots of great recipes! I can’t wait to try making these. I liked that the recipes are not to complex and something everyone will enjoy. The book is split up into multiple different courses which I found to be helpful. I love cookbooks and I can’t wait to add this one to my collection.

Thank you NetGalley, Anne Schaeffer and Fox Chapel Publishing for the ARC of Crock Pot Essentials. This is my personal review.
I am a cookbook fanatic! I love having a variety of cookbooks to browse in and find my next delicious meal.
Crock Pot Essentials is a great addition to my collection. The cover grabbed my attention right away.
This cookbook has photos in it that will make your mouth water just looking at them.
I love having my house filled with great smells after being out all day and knowing that dinner is almost done when I get home.
I found so many recipes to make in this cookbook. Everything from Sausage and Egg Bake for breakfast to Turkey and Wild Rice soup and ending with Deluxe Brownies. All the recipes are easy to make, and the variety will please your whole family.
The publication date is August 1, 2023. This will make a great gift for the upcoming holiday season.

Crock Pot Essentials: 101 Recipes to Make with Your Slow Cooker by Anne Schaeffer is currently scheduled for release on August 1 2023. There’s nothing better than coming home after a long day at work, and dinner is already done! This book features 101 slow cooker recipes that are easy to make, take minimal effort, and can either feed a couple or a big crowd. This collection of crock pot recipes includes ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. From breakfast burritos and blueberry cobbler to jambalaya, beef stew, barbecued ribs, and so more,

Crock Pot Essentials caught my eye because I use my crock pot almost every Thursday. With two picky eaters in the house, my rotation of meals feels pretty boring to me, so I am always looking to try a new recipe or spice combination to liven things up while still getting everyone to eat. I appreciated that vegetarian and other dietary notes were made for applicable recipes and there were some substitution suggestions included. I also liked the serving suggestions, like some sandwiches recipes following the soup recipes they would pair with nicely. . One note- if you have made the switch to metric measurements you will have some converting to do, since all the recipes are in imperial measurements. I did find some recipes in the book, particularly for pot luck meals and lazy days at home, that I might try. I did also find a few things that I might use to add a new twist or flavor to things I already make. This is a solid collection for those that might be new to using their crock pot- but for long time users this is a book I would check out from the library rather than adding to your cookbook collection.

Special thanks to NetGalley and Fox Chapel Publishing for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review. I have been trying to use my crockpot more so this book could not have been found at a better time. I really like how it was done and the recipes are very easy to follow.

So many easy and tasty recipes in this book. And the images make my mouth water. Many good staples, and many new twists on famous recipes. I particularly liked the vegetable lasagna and the jerk pork sliders. I will be recommending this book for addition to our cookbook collection.

This cookbook is definitely a keeper. So many yummy recipes. I specially like the soup and cooking for two sections.

I like the layout and the recipes are easy enough to follow. The pictures of the finished food are clear and look delicious. I also really like how there are recommendations of recipes that go well together. And the recipes for 2 are great.

Definitely recommend for anyone with a crockpot who doesn’t always have time or energy to cook dinner.