Easy Slow-Cooker Beef Recipes to Serve from Tailgate to Dinner Party

Recipe: Slow Cooker Tomato-Basil Meatloaf

Meatloaf is forever the most reliable dinner recipe in our tin, and the slow cooker makes it easier than ever.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

It doesn't get more classic than a slow-cooker pot roast when you're in the need of supper for a crowd.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Cooking this classic supper in a flavorful gravy makes sure it doesn't dry out before serving.

Recipe: BBQ Brisket

With a handful of ingredients that are already in your pantry, you can serve up pitmaster-worthy brisket.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Short Ribs with Pork Rind Gremolata

This dinner will impress guests without you having to spend an entire day in the kitchen. 

Recipe: Beer-Braised Pot Roast

Pot roast is the ultimate comforting Sunday supper, and it's so easy with the help of your slow cooker.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Carne Guisada

While some cooking will happen in a skillet, slow cooking allows the beef to tenderize and fully marinate in the flavors of the included ingredients.

Recipe: Peppered Beef Soup

Is there anything cozier on a cold winter night than a bowl of beef soup? Actually, yes! Beef soup that's served in a toasted bread bowl.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Bolognese Sauce over Pappardelle Pasta

Picky eaters? They'll eat up this incredible homemade pasta sauce over whatever pasta shape you have on hand.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Ginger, Sweet Tea, and Whiskey Short Ribs

This bright sauce is the perfect balancing act with hearty short ribs.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Beef Nachos

Prep for the tailgate in advance with these easy nachos that will be a major touchdown with your crowd.

Recipe: Julie Yoste's Mississippi Roast

The Mississippi Roast is one of Pinterest's most popular recipes, and once you give it a try, you'll see why.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Goulash

A tip from the Test Kitchen for the dreamiest sauce: Choose a roast with good marbling throughout.

Recipe: Chimichurri Beef Meatball Hoagies

These hearty meatball sandwiches are topped with a simple, light slaw for some crunch and freshness.

Recipe: Beef-and-Bean Chili

There's nothing like a slight chill in the air to remind you that it's chili season.

Recipe: Beer-Braised Beef Tips with Root Vegetables and Horseradish

Horseradish adds a welcome zing to your old-school pot roast in this recipe.

Recipe: Meatball Sliders with Tomato Sauce

These meatballs use a mix of ground beef and ground pork for tons of flavor in this recipe that's kid-friendly and tailgate-ready.

Recipe: Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

This simple pot roast recipe can be served in a variety of ways, whether over veggies and potatoes or between sandwich buns.

Recipe: Slow-Cooked Cowboy Brisket and Beans

Whether for a summer cookout or a fall tailgate, this BBQ recipe won't disappoint.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

This New England-inspired recipe is comfort food at its finest.

Recipe: Spaghetti Casserole

Pasta night is already easy, but we went ahead and simplified it even more by turning it into a slow-cooker casserole the kids will love.

Recipe: Beef Bourguignon

This rich recipe is fall-apart tender from hours in the slow cooker.

Recipe: Brisket Tacos with Summer Salsa

Your slow cooker doesn't have to gather dust in the summer with this fresh recipe.

Recipe: Company Pot Roast

For a Southern spin, we love to serve this classic pot roast over creamy grits instead of mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Bolognese Sauce  

Whether for a holiday gathering, a dinner party with friends, or a Sunday supper with the grandparents, Bolognese is always a good choice.

Recipe: Best Slow-Cooker Chili

Be sure to invite company over to share—this recipe was made to feed a hungry crowd.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Sloppy Joes

When you're having a crazy week and can't have the broccoli fight with the kids, whip up easy slow-cooker Sloppy Joes for a happy dinner table.

Recipe: Zesty Pot Roast

The secret ingredient to this flavorful pot roast? A hint of lime.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Brisket Chili

This is truly a dump-it-and-forget-it recipe for your most relaxing Sunday yet.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Beef Sliders with Pickled Peppers

Pickled peppers add just the right amount of tang to tender, savory beef.

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

Here's your new go-to barbecue recipe for tailgates, cookouts, and parties.

Recipe: Red Bean Chili

With just six ingredients, this has to be the easiest chili recipe you'll ever make.