Can this insert be used on the stovetop? My slow cooker failed and I still have the insert. I would like to try it on the stovetop in place of a dutc
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No, direct heat generally breaks ceramic. Only use ceramic cookware that specifically indicates that it's safe to use on the stovetop. I image that this is probably safe to use inside the oven, though I haven't tried it myself.
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Best check with ALL CLAD to get the answer to that question. I've wondered the same thing.
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April, The short answer is 'NO' - i can be removed but as any other gasket it is not advisable. After much debate we bought ours, a very good choice despite some negative comments, mostly about the gasket creating a foul smell. Seems that some of the gaskets are prone to disintegration, we were lucky as we have used the slow cooker lots and it hasn't presented a problem for us. The gasket is used mainly when locking the lid on for transport - there is no need to keep it latched on just for storage. At labout 25 bucks it is a very good deal and has made many effortless meals. What I love most is that it is NOT digital - so if there is a power outage it will restart! I would highly recommend this, and say it is worth every penny John
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I use mine on a glass top electric stove and haven't had any problems ....I love this slow cooker!
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Hi Nicole, did you have success in ordering the bowl for this slow cooker? My grandson pulled mine off the shelf and it broke into a million pieces, so I
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I do. I have an oval slow cooker. a black one, I got at Farm and Fleet. It works fine.
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Yes, I believe so. The inner pan is more or less a dutch oven pan. You don't even have to use the slow cooker if you choose not to because you can completely cook the food in the inner pan on your stove top.
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Yes, it can still be used as a traditional slow cooker! Just follow your normal 3-4 hours on high, or 6-8 on low. If using the baking or other settings, until you get used to it, follow the cookbook that came with it, or search out help on other sites.
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This item is actually a crockpot not a slow cooker. Usually a removable insert makes it a crockpot.
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I've never tried it . I usually just take out as much as I need and put it in the microwave. I would think that, as hot as the insert gets in the Crock Pot, it should be fine in the oven.
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It serves in the role of multiple appliances because it isn't just a slow cooker, it's a pressure cooker and a steamer. It has a built-in searing function for searing prior to either of those functions so you don't need to sear on stove top separately and get an additional pan dirty.
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I don't know, but just as a guess I would say the stove might warp the insert as I believe the way it's designed, the heat from the Hamilton Beach unit is distibuted all around the outside of the insert, not just heat from the bottom. I personally wouldn't use it that way. Sherrie
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Hi Michelle, This cooker can could be used as a normal stove top, pot, or crock pot (slow cooker) if it's lid is left off while cooking as this way the pot will not be pressurized. I must say I am extremely very happy with the Kuhn Rikon pressure cooker and would recommend it. Regards, Vince
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Just remember it has a very round shape and a small base area that would be in contact with a burner element on a stove. Anything with enamel you don't want to set the heat too high anyway... And cast iron really holds heat well. So you can use this on the stovetop but remember it's not really ideal for a fast boil process... more like slow cooking. So consider the needs of the recipe for cooking time etc. I really, really love mine. As other reviewers have pointed out... you can cook almost anything in it. Terrific for soups. But I do get out different pots if I want to cook something quickly. Hope this helps!
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I'm not sure why you'd want to. It's a rice cooker/slow cooker/steamer, not a pasta or lobster pot. If I really had to try, I'd probably try the steam, or quick rice setting, but either one will probably take quite a while to get there. If I need to boil water, I do it on the stove top. If you're going to try, do not put the water in it without the liner. Put the water in the liner first.
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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 have a glass top stove in my house, an induction cook-top(single burner) and a gas stove in my motor-home. I love cooking with them but if it boils over, the hot liquid travels down the handle to the hole. So, I just keep an eye out and put a spoon rest under the hole where I put my stir spoon anyway.
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Inhave never tried themprobe in anything other than water. If your slow cooker is the problem, the. Is actually cheaper to get another slow cooker. Just a thought.