Coming home to a delicious, home-cooked meal is the perfect end to a hard day of work or a busy day running errands. Luckily, it is easy to do just that when you use your slow cooker. This chapter will guide you through the process of becoming adept at making flavorful, healthful meals in your slow cooker. Learn about the benefits of slow cooking, the various types of slow cookers, slow cooker — friendly ingredients, and even how to convert some of your favorite recipes into slow cooker recipes.