10 Ways to Please a Crockpot-Loving Mom This Holiday Season
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Every mom can use a little extra help when it comes to mealtime. For some women, that means turning to their trusted slow cooker to whip up delicious dinners with minimal effort. It may seem easy to shop for someone who worships at the slow-cooker altar, but a slotted spoon simply won't do for the woman who puts all your meals on the table. From cooking accessories to specialty spices, these gifts are perfect for any mom who considers the crockpot one of her best friends. Source: Shutterstock
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Crockpot Travel Bag
Toting her slow-cooked fare just got a lot easier with this heated carrier ($15).
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Potter's Workshop Bowls
Designed by South African artists, these dotted bowls ($8 each) are perfect for serving up some crockpot comfort food.
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Spice of the Month Membership
Send some gourmet herbs and seasonings ($140) each month to amp up those tried-and-true crockpot recipes.
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Williams-Sonoma's One Pot of the Day
Give the crockpot a break without sacrificing quick cooking. Williams-Sonoma's one-pot cookbook ($35) provides chefs with 365 days of delicious meals.
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Meat Rake
If pulled pork is her specialty, then she'll appreciate these easy-to-use meat rakes ($25).
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Meal-Planning Stickers
A perfect stocking stuffer, these slow-cooker stickers ($5 for 36) will make Mom's meal planning a whole lot easier.
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Mallorca Large Oval Platter
Serve up her crockpot creations in style! Not only are the waves on the Mallorca platter ($40) eye-catching, but they also keep stews and sauces from spilling on the table.
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DecoBros Spice Rack Stand
Seasonings take a slow-cooker meal to the next level. Help keep her spices organized with this stylish spice rack ($25).
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Cuisinart Multicooker
Give her gear an upgrade! The 7-quart slow cooker ($200) can also roast, sauté, and steam your meals and comes with a reversible roasting/steaming rack.
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