Texas summers are hot, so the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven and heat up the kitchen.

Our recipes are so easy to make – just fire up the slow cooker in the morning and dinner is ready for you after a busy day of work and school. In addition to making dinner almost effortless, slow cooking helps develop a delicious beefy flavor and tender, juicy, fall-apart meat.

So, we’ve gathered 16 of our favorite slow cooker recipes with beef to help you keep the kitchen cool this summer.

Using your Instant Pot as a pressure cooker or slow cooker? We’ve got tips & tricks to get you started.

Everyday Beef Barbacoa

Enjoy this slow cooker barbacoa on nachos, tacos, salads, or even by itself!

Korean Braised Short Ribs

These Korean Braised Short Ribs are so good people won’t believe you used a slow cooker!

Open-Faced Pot Roast Sandwich

Turn tender, juicy pot roast into an open-faced sandwich on Texas toast.

Slow Cooker Brisket Sofrito

Have tacos all week with this easy slow cooker brisket recipe.

Whiskey Molasses Shredded Beef 

Try this sweet and savory twist on the classic shredded beef.

Slow Cooker Pot Roast Soup

Start the slow cooker in the morning and come home to a satisfying pot roast soup.

Four-Way Slow Cooker Shredded Beef

Please any crowd with this versatile shredded beef recipe.

Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs with Ginger-Mango Barbecue Sauce

A deliciously unexpected combination: fall-apart short ribs with a tangy ginger-mango barbecue sauce.

Slow Cooker Beef Meatloaf and Vegetables

Make a classic meatloaf slow cooker-style.

Italian Beef and Bean Stew 

There’s nothing better than a warm beefy soup on a cold evening.

Chipotle Braised Country Style Short Ribs

Show off your slow cooking skills with these tender and juicy Country-style beef ribs.

Slow Cooked Beef and Mushroom Braciole

Craving a warm Italian-style meal? This recipe will do the trick.

Mexican-Style Pot Roast

A flavor-packed and pot roast that’s perfect for the whole family

Sweet Onion Pepper Beef Sandwiches with Au Jus

Your family will love this delicious and satisfying sandwich.

After-Work Beef Pot Roast Dinner

This beef pot roast dinner cooks while you’re at work and is perfect after a long day.

Chilly Day Beef Chili

This protein-packed beef chili will keep you warm all winter!

What is your favorite slow cooker recipe? Tell us in the comments below!