Let this handy kitchen tool do the work during summer barbecues and Christmas buffets as well as hurried back-to-school dinners and eye-opening spring brunches. This handy cookbook offers everything from slow-cooked entrees that keep the house cool to warm-you-up beverages when the mercury dips. In fact, you'll find more than 352 specialties for any menu--each made convenient in the slow cooker. And because the recipes are organized by season, it's like having four incredible cookbooks in one!

Spring: Usher in longer days and warmer weather with fuss-free dinners, sides and snacks that take advantage of fresh produce, lighter ingredients and your slow cooker.

Summer: Enjoy these warm-weather entrees, berry desserts and other summer specialties that simmer on their own. Turn here for contributions to church suppers, barbecues and family reunions.

Autumn: From cozy appetizers and savory sides to hearty main dishes and pumpkin delights, these classic recipes are sure to make your slow cooker the staple of fall meals.

Winter: Whether planning hearty weeknight dinners or holiday buffets, make memories with these slow-cooked classics. Warm hearts with one-dish dinners, impressive appetizers, chocolate delights and more!

CHAPTERS FOR EACH SEASON (SPRING, SUMMER, FALL, WINTER)

Snacks & Appetizers

Soups & Sandwiches

Entrees

Sides

Desserts

RECIPES

Lemony Spring Vegtables

Gulf Coast Jambalaya Rice

Rueben Spread

Key Lime Fondue

Summer Peach Salsa

Spicy Lime Chicken

BBQ Brats

Whiskey Barbecued Pork

Pulled Pork Nachos

Easy Chicken Tamale Pie

Blueberry Cobbler

Harvest Apple Cider

Turkey with Herbed Stuffing

Slow-Cooker Banana Bread

Cheddar Bacon Beer Dip

Alfredo Chicken & Biscuits

Buffalo Wing Potatoes

Caramel Pecan Pumpkin Cake

Christmas Punch

Pear & Pomegranate Lamb Tangine

Beef in Mushroom Gravy

Slow-Cooked Mac & Cheese

Molten Mocha Cake