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15 Tailgate-Ready Slow Cooker Recipes

By: Morgan Faulkner

Football season is here! Be the MVP of your next tailgate party with these crowd-pleasing eats.

Slow-Cooker Georgia Pulled Pork Barbecue

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Photo: Sarah Anne Ward, Courtesy of Food Network Magazine

Game-Day Pulled Pork

Pork roast and homemade barbecue sauce come together to make a meal worth cheering for. Cook the roast low and slow to ensure an irresistible tenderness that’ll have everyone coming back for more.

GET THE RECIPE: Slow-Cooker Georgia Pulled Pork

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Photo: Matt Armendariz

Quarterback Queso

Opposing fans or not, everyone will gather round for this green chile queso packed full of peppers, chiles and tons of cheesy goodness. Serve with fresh tortilla chips and watch the huddle form!

GET THE RECIPE: Green Chile Queso

Glass of Slow Cooker Sangria With Cinnamon-Stick Garnish

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Saturday Sangria

It's everything you love about summery sangria, with a cold-weather twist. Cinnamon and hibiscus tea add spicy earthiness to this delicious, warm cocktail. Let your slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy your guests.

GET THE RECIPE: Warm Up With This Slow-Cooker Sangria Recipe

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Photo: Debbie Wolfe

Fan-Favorite Meatballs

Step away and let the slow cooker do all the work. These whiskey meatballs can easily be enjoyed on their own or on a hoagie bun for a tasty tailgate sub.

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