Easy Slow Cooker Meals

Curry powder adds some mild heat to winter veggies and tender turkey breast.

Pick up fully cooked gnocchi to use as no-prep dumplings.

Spiced brisket is also delicious wrapped in flour tortillas for a no-cook taco night.

Hot or sweet Italian sausage adds a lot of flavor to this hearty dish.

Garnish this Asian-style stew with thin strips of crisp scallions for added zing.

Pumpkin pie spice is the secret ingredient in our warm, fruity sauce.

Opt for a cheaper cut of meat; the long simmer tenderizes it perfectly.

Turkey reduces the calorie count in this comfort-food classic -- leave room for seconds.

By the time this south-of-the-border treat is done cooking, the pork roast almost falls apart by itself.

Instant rice makes this even easier to prepare -- just add it in for the last 10 minutes.

Originally published in the March 1, 2010 issue of Family Circle magazine and on FamilyCircle.com.