In just a few short weeks my favorite holiday will be here – Thanksgiving! I am foodie at heart but I love gathering around the table with friends and family even more. What if I told you that I could guarantee more time with family this Thanksgiving? And yes, there would still be a fully cooked meal to share! Sounds awesome, right?! Its easy – bust out your crock pot and try these classic Thanksgiving recipes! Here are 8 crock pot Thanksgiving recipes to try!
Roast Turkey – in the crock pot!
Yes! You can roast your turkey in a crock pot! Depending on the size of your slow cooker, you could cook a bird big enough for the whole family. Imagine the things that you would be able to cook once the oven is freed up!
Not a turkey lover? Try these delicious Greek Cornish hens this year!
Stuffing (or dressing) is by far my favorite part of Thanksgiving! And now I can cook in the crock pot?! Definitely my favorite part of the meal!
I can’t wait to try this delicious cheesy crock pot cauliflower! I bet it will be a hit at my crock pot Thanksgiving this year.
It’s not really Thanksgiving without a side of green beans! Being able to make them in the crock pot will make them even better!
We can’t forget the taters! This recipe for crock pot sweet potatoes is so easy and perfect for a busy Thanksgiving.
Yes! You can even make desserts in your crock pot!
And if you need some pumpkin to go with your crock pot Thanksgiving, try this pumpkin coffee cake version!
Now you can either have everyone bring a crock pot or pick and choose which parts of Thanksgiving you want to try in the slow cooker. Being able to cook just half of the meal in a crock pot will free up your oven. Plus, you get to spend more time with your guests and less time worrying about cooking!
What recipe are you going to try in the crock pot this year?
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