don't you just fill this crock with water? what is the bottle for? i want to put it in my fridge to store water directly from it. is this possible?
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yes you can just and water and put in your fridge if it fits. Most people are putting a 3 or 5 gallon bottle of water on top and it's sits on a stand. Also this unit does not come with a lid, it is sold separate.
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I usually store my freezer meals in a freezer ziplock bag. I suppose you could try it but you would have to find a way to close it really well. Otherwise it will spill before it is frozen. It might freeze an awkward shape and not fit into the crock pot. Plus, the plastic is not very thick like a zip lock bag or freezer bag.
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No it does not have to be stored in the fridge. Treat it the same as you would for a can of Crisco. It is really great shortening!!!! Mine was shipped in a regular box -- with padding. Enjoy!!
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I purchased only a small container. I keep mine on a drawer in the bathroom, and so far, it is fine, i.e. is still doing what is supposed to do. Wouldn't know about storing it in the fridge... Did you contact the company? They would be the ones to provide you with the correct instructions. Good luck!
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Hmm. I don't know about that. You could try it. We use it on the grill when we roast our turkeys on the grill. Never tried it in a crock pot.
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You can take the crock out of the outer metal container that has the electric controls and put the crock in the microwave. I have never put the lid in the microwave. It may have a metal ring around it thus making it unsafe to do so.
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I use an Ohio crock with a spigot near the bottom of the 3 or 4 gallon crock. I set it on top of another 3 gallon regular crock (set upside down). It works great and a half gallon canning jar as well as just about any size pitcher fits under the spigot. It works so much better than the large water machine I'm glad it broke. Just remember to clean the crock and entire bottle, etc. when you change the water filters. We are more than happy with it. No more bending over to get water to cook with.
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The lid to this one has a small, circular hole in it which acts as a vent. I seem to recall reading somewhere not to latch the lid down while cooking so more steam can escape, and only use the latches for transporting food. You may have had the temperature too high, and if the crock pot was more than 3/4 full it could overflow or splatter. There are a few variables. Here is where you can find some user manuals: http://www.crock-pot.com/service-%26-support/product-support/instruction-manuals/instruction-manuals.html. Good luck!
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The only drawback not mentioned below (leftovers) is that you would need to clean the crock pot before putting in more food to slow cook. The outside of the crock pot needs to be dry before it is put back into the cooker. Recipes? Really?
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Thanks to everyone that has helped answer this question, You do not have to put it in the fridge, you can if you want for a cooling feel but just keeping it out of direct sunlight is all you need. Have a wonderful week and enjoy the results!
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You have to plug it in to warm the food. You take the insert home, fill with food that can be reheated such as soup, and other canned meals and then place in the crock pot to heat. The base stays at work or school, but you do need to plug the base in.
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I freeze water in a large round ice cream bucket and then run some water over it and the Ice block slips right out and plops into the critter cooler. I keep mine outside too, and refill about every 4 to 5 days. I love it.
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i put it in the fridge...they are amazingly cute containers...im planning on getting the tomato and lemon one....everyone always asks wehre i got them when they see it.....
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I would personally not think it would be a good idea, as water is the first ingredient in The Smart Balance in my refrigerator , and it would break down at room temperature. And to preserve the butter in the crock you add cool water, I would not think it would preserve well, sorry.
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I found a solution for this. I don't have this particular cooler (Yet!) but I have others. When I want to use a bottle or similar, smaller container, I first wrap the lower half of the bottle (or desired beverage container) with 1 or 2 wet paper towels (or just one folded in half, depending on your container). This makes it thick enough to stay snug in the cooler. It also keeps the beverage just as cold as if you used a can. I primarily do this with "The Fridge Freezable Cooler" drink holders. It works AMAZINGLY well!!! Actually freezes the paper towels! Hope this helps!!
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I have not tried it in a crockpot, but I can't think of any reason why not. I can't think of any reason you'd want to use it in a crockpot, there you usually want your ingredients cooking in the juices. Give it a try.
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It didn't say on the bottle to refrigerate it, but I keep it in the refrigerator to keep it fresh. I like this brand because it is shelf stable so I use it both while traveling and at home.