how much liquid does it hold? Can i use it unassisted as a slow cooker on very low setting for soups or casseroles?
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It can hold a gallon+ of water BUT I would definitely NOT use/recomment this unit as a slow cooker, or to make soups and casseroles. This skillet is not deep enough and too wide to promote concentrate heat in a compact area which is essential in the types of food cooking you referred to. The heating element do not push out consistent heating at any level--it tends to cease producing heat or shut off heat once an unknown maximum heat level is reached at any of the heating settings. It is good for browning meat for soups and casseroles but I find my previous experience at a *set and let to cook* attempts not workable. I recomment buying another cookware more suited for your use.
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this cooker is very bad cooker , I sugest you don't buy it ! it was burn my hand when I open the cover , the hot water leaking from center of cover ! and the controller was out of order all the time , it is made in China ! can't trust it !
316916
It can hold a gallon+ of water BUT I would definitely NOT use/recomment this unit as a slow cooker, or to make soups and casseroles. This skillet is not deep enough and too wide to promote concentrate heat in a compact area which is essential in the types of food cooking you referred to. The heating element do not push out consistent heating at any level--it tends to cease producing heat or shut off heat once an unknown maximum heat level is reached at any of the heating settings. It is good for browning meat for soups and casseroles but I find my previous experience at a *set and let to cook* attempts not workable. I recomment buying another cookware more suited for your use. It can hold a gallon+ of water BUT I would definitely NOT use/recomment this unit as a slow cooker, or to make soups and casseroles. This skillet is not deep enough and too wide to promote concentrate heat in a compact area which is essential in the types of food cooking you referred to. The heating element do not push out consistent heating at any level--it tends to cease producing heat or shut off heat once an unknown maximum heat level is reached at any of the heating settings. It is good for browning meat for soups and casseroles but I find my previous experience at a *set and let to... » Read More It can hold a gallon+ of water BUT I would definitely NOT use/recomment this unit as a slow cooker, or to make soups and casseroles. This skillet is not deep enough and too wide to promote concentrate heat in a compact area which is essential in the types of food cooking you referred to. The heating element do not push out consistent heating at any level--it tends to cease producing heat or shut off heat once an unknown maximum heat level is reached at any of the heating settings. It is good for browning meat for soups and casseroles but I find my previous experience at a *set and let to cook* attempts not workable. I recomment buying another cookware more suited for your use. « Show Less
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I use it for a slow cooker all the time. Usually for roasts. I don't know how much it holds but could see by filling it with water if you really want to knnow. I really like it. I also have a slow cooker but I cannot brown the meat with that. That is why i got this one so I can brown the meat and then put water on it and cook it until noon when I put in the the vegtables. Then I go back to work and it is cooked when I get home. You have to figure out the right temperature to leave it at so it doesn't go dry on you. Just below boiling.
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I bought 1 of these pots to see for myself the quantity it holds and the quality of the pot. It will hold 6 quarts and the quality was so impressive, I bought another one.
316919
Hello, I personally have never used low settings to cook. I am sorry I couldn't tell you if it can be used as a slow cooker.
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I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold 4 qts. to the top, but would advise using only 2-3 qts., just in case it boiled over. I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold... » Read More I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold 4 qts. to the top, but would advise using only 2-3 qts., just in case it boiled over. « Show Less
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I checked with Proctor-Silex and they said High is around 210 Low is around 190 and warm is around 160. We love our little slow cooker. Mainly we use it for dips and small side dishes.
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It is a great slow cooker. Dimensions.. lid up 19 inches, lid down 8 1/2 inches; across 15 inches and the side 13 inches. I have mine on the desk section of my counter tops, which is lower .. so the lid can stay up when serving without hitting the upper cabinets.
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The dimensions of the slow cooker are as follows: 14W x 12.25D x 10.13H (in.), with a 5 liters holding capacity.
611357
I used it for liquid soup. It was great never had a leak. It comes wirh a lid that doibles as a bowl and has a folding spoon. I love it. And I am usually discriminating in taste.
1994473
It gets very hot. Matter of fact it got so hot the first time I used it I burned the dinner I was making! I have owned several slow cookers and never had that problem! So to answer your question...Yes! I very much so believe it will simmer for makin sauces, soups, etc. Very nice slow cooker. Just a word of advice...because of the stainless steel on the outside it gets extremely hot so make sure you or nobody touches while cooking!
31475
So sorry this took so long, I was out of town. This pot is slightly under 5 inches deep. Its a great slow cooker. D
199574
Just guessing but, probably 5 Quart like the name of it says; Stay or Go 5 Quart programmable slow cooker.
502297
Not like a microwave, but yes. If you are asking can you put refrigerated food in it to slow cook, yes. This utilizes low heat to cook food slowly. It is particularly useful for soup, stew, roasts, etc.. but is indeed useful for other items. You can adjust the heat, thus the time which the food will be ready, but it typically takes 3-8 hours to cook the food, depending on the setting you choose.
1585414
It can be a slow cooker, but due to its small size I have never used it in that aspect. Definitely worth the price. I have used mine for triple chocolate fondue, cheese fondue, Mexican night (beans, cheese and meat) etc.
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I use a small funnel. I run the sensor & wire through the small end of the funnel. This surrounds the sensor with liquid. In addition, I purchased a small stainless steel cooling rack that fits into the bottom of the slow cooker. I believe it aids the circulation of cooking liquid.
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Two cups will cook my complete dinner in 10 to 12 minutes and still have liquid left. Do not let it run out of liquid. hope this helped
1354333
I only have the skillet sized one, and have given three to relatives as presents. I love it too! It cooks about 3 times faster than my larger Fagor pressure cooker, and is absolutely perfect for cooking smaller quantities since it's just my husband and I. It's fine for entrees for four people, and soups and stews for six or so. Less water because it's smaller. I hope this helps.
1142617
Yes, it can be used as a slow cooker, and on low all day. The insert is quite heavy, I have never had a problem with over cooking or burning. The cover fits snuggly and secure, it is vented for steam.
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I haven't because I don't think it's deep enough to really cook soup (except for perhaps a very fast-cooking type of soup.) The flavors and ingredients wouldn't really meld, IMO. Also, although the lid seems very secure and tight, I'm not sure it would seal in the cooking ingredients well enough to do the slow-cook thing for several hours without losing too much liquid.
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You might call CrockPot to check, as this is basically a small slow-cooker, and we use those to cook raw meats in all the time, with the caveat that it takes perhaps 6-10 hours to do so on the low setting. The company can tell you exactly how it works in this instance, as it is surely a safety issue they need to tell consumers about to avoid illness.
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My Maytag stove has a glasstop induction heating sytem and this works great to cook in. I do have to check it to make sure nothing sticks (like chili or soup with meat) but if it starts to, it comes off easily. Even on a low setting though, your ingredients will get warm quickly so as far as a slow cooker, I don't know if this will work. I used my crock pot the other day with a beef roast and veggies and it cooked for 8 hours. Using this LeCreuset on a stove, it will not take 8 hours to cook anything.