Just google Crockpot recipes, tons of them out there. Some have comments, might be tried and true. Also google slow cooker recipes. Rival is the only one that can use crockpot name, they invented it. I've never ruined a meal in a crockpot and love it for both summer and winter, keeps the kitchen temps down in summer heat. My favorite is a pork tenderloin or roast. Put in the crock, slice an onion over it, pour a can of pork gravy on top. You have meat and gravy and only need mashed potatoes. Or put small potatoes in bottom of crock and add the rest. I don't peel them only cut in half. Cook about 6 hr on low, less time on high. I'll find a few others of my favorites. Have a French Onion soup that is better than any you'll ever find, home cooked or restaurant.