Slow Cookers
Slow Cookers look great if your life is fast paced. What’s not to like about stirring together ingredients in the morning, attending to other tasks during, the day while the bubbles away on the kitchen counter, and spooning out a completed dinner come evening
A good slow cooker can turn out tasty spare ribs, pulled pork ,honey chicken wings and delightful beans. Good performance is not based on the price you pay.
Features that count.
Electronic controls lets you program a dish, usually in 30-minute intervals and automatically switch to “WARM” when cooking is done. The mechanical model is simpler to use, but you must manually turn it to warm mode.
An oven safe pot can be put in the microwave. An easy to clean pot and lid can go in the dishwasher. Touchpad controls are easier to clean than knobs and buttons.
A stainless steel exterior is sleek looking but may take work to keep shining.
A locking lid keeps food from spilling during transport. Some slow cookers have a serving ladle that fits snugly into a notch in the lid.
Sleek models are more easy to store and take up less counter space than bulky ones.
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Meat is best browned before placing it in a slow cooker .
A hinged lid is attached to the unit so that you don’t have to set in on the counter to mix or serve food. The lid is removable for cleaning.
The replacement cost of a broken pot and lid can rival the cost of a new cooker, so it is wise to check the cost of replacement parts before
This slow cooker is top rated. It is programmable and lets you decide the cooking times. It is different from other slow cookers in that you do not have to switch it on and off manually. This one also switches off automatically to a keep-warm setting when the cooking cycle is done, so there is no worry about overcooking. One special feature of this model includes a built in temperature probe. This 6-quart slow cooker is less expensive than most programmable models and does well in professional tests and user reviews.
Hamilton Beach 33967 Set ‘n Forget 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker
Pros
Best programmable slow cooker
Temperature probe
Three temperature settings
Locking lid with a built in spoon rest which is important because it doesn’t allow liquids to escape
Auto warming feature
Cons
May take too long to reach safe temperature
Not always easy to program
The Hamilton Beach Set & Forget has many of the same features found on models that cost twice as much. Many users appreciate the 6-quart capacity, ease of use, three temperature settings and a clip tight lid with built in spoon rest, includes a built in temperature probe, which lets you cook meat to the ideal internal doneness.
Hamilton Beach 3-in-1 Slow Cooker 33135
Singles and small families will be drawn to the size of this Hamilton Beach 3-in-1 slow cooker 33135, which comes in three interchangeable stoneware crocks in 2, 4. And 6-quart sizes. This model serves up tasty, tender meals while allowing the cook to make meals for crowds of all sizes. Users explain that the bowls are heavy, but say they stack neatly, which is great for those with limited storage space. The 3-in-1 slow cooker does not have programmable features, such as a timer and automatic warmer. The one that I use does not have these features but it works wonderfully.
Hamilton Beach 33135 3-in-1 Slow Cooker with 2-, 4-, and 6-Quart Crocks, Stainless Steel
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Pros
Versatile
Easy to store
Cons
No timer
No automatic warmer
Heavy
This slow cooker is worth a look. It is reasonable priced and does the job well that it is designed to do.
BUDGET SLOW COOKER
HAMILTON BEACH STAY OR GO 33163
If a programmable slow cooker is not necessary for your use, the basic 6-quart Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 33163 slow cooker receives solid scores in professional testing. Owners describe this model as stylish, durable, easy to use and easy to clean. It provides even cooking and spill proof locking lids which is very important. It does not have a timer but it has three temperature settings, has a dishwasher safe stoneware insert and large, easy to grip handles. It comes with a serving spoon and a built in spoon rest on the lid and also with recipe cards.
Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 6-qt. Slow Cooker
CUISINART 6.5 SLOW COOKER.PSC-650
½ quarts. It keeps food at the perfect serving temperature. The ceramic cooking pot is removable and also can be used as a serving piece and is easy to cleanup. This slow cooker comes with three cooking modes for up to 24 hours, automatically shifts to WARM when cooking time is up. This model comes in brushed stainless steel with chrome and chrome plated knob. It also includes a cooling rack for use with ramekins or other bake ware plus, a recipe book.
The cooling rack permits you to use a 2 quart pan or 6.4 ounce ramekin in the slow cooker.
Built-in easy to read digital timer, lets you set the cooking time up to 24 hours. This works well with roasts and other heavy cuts of beef that require a long time to cook.
The auto warm feature acts a buffer to prevent your meal from becoming
overcooked. It keeps your food at the perfect serving temperature.Ceramic cooking pot and glass lid are safe in the dishwasher and allow for
easy cleanup.
Non-slip rubber feet and a convenient retractable cord provide safe and easy
Cooking.
This slow cooker offers many possibilities such as delicious family dinners,
desserts or dinners for two.