Save time and effort in the kitchen with these slow cooker meals that are perfect for winter.

From a classic bolognese to vegetarian soups and stews, there are plenty to choose from.

Meat-based slow-cooker recipes

Set-and-forget bolognese

A good bolognese always takes time, only this version won't have you stirring for hours. The ingredients are layered (with many blitzed in a food processor) then left alone in the slow cooker.

Cook time: 15-20 hours for maximum flavour, plus time to boil spaghetti. Put it on late Sunday night and it will be ready for dinner on Monday.

Lamb and white bean stew

Set yourself up for the week with this warming Lebanese stew filled with tender meat and butter beans. Any red meat that's suitable for slow cooking can be substituted, such as gravy beef or

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