Comfort foods are the meals that warm our stomachs and hearts. The problem with many comfort food recipes is that they’re often full of fat, calories, salt, or added sugar. The beauty of the crockpot is that it allows flavors to blend and shine without the added junk that pads thighs, raises blood pressure, and increases bad cholesterol levels. Many slow cooker recipes use lean cuts of meat and flavorful herbs to deliver the taste you want without the guilt.