How portable is this slow cooker
1959236
It is portable but lid doesn't fasten. It is on hinges. The inside bowl is removal but doesn't have a lid. I like the cooker but have not tried to take it anywhere.
1959237
Although this cooker does not have a carrying case like other cookers, it has the advantage of a flat surface bottom, making it spillproof when transporting, and no rattling lid. Its the easiest slow cooker I've ever had in terms of transporting.
1959238
I have taken it to pot luck dinners before. And had no problems. You have to remember to empty the Hinged removable glass lid with condensation collector in back before you move it. Otherwise, it will splash out while you carry it. (Took me a few times of taking it with me, before I figured that one out!!)
1959239
Top lid doesn't lock; it would leak if tipped. But I wouldn't trade this one for anything. I love it. Cooks beautifully. Warm setting is really warm and doesn't overcook.
1959240
It's very portable. I just wonder how you are going to make the lid stay on tightly enough to travel with it, since it's on a hinge. Weightwise, it's very manageable.
1959241
easy to move or transport.... all you need is electricity to use..lightweight... but will weigh more of course if it is full of food.I like the construction and it is easy to clean.. store.
1959242
It is very portable. I recently took it to a neighborhood party. The handles are ergonomically designed to make it safe to handle on the go. I love this slow cooker. Best investment in cookery ever. Oh, it cooks much faster than your old slow cooker. The warm feature is a bonus. When it times out, it switches to "warm".
941010
I have a family of 5 and found the 6 quart to be a great size. Slow cookers are supposed to be at least half full to work properly so any bigger is overkill for most and any smaller....you run the risk of not having the space you need for a batch large enough to have leftovers! This is a great slow cooker!
1917472
No! I have several slow cookers and this devise beats them hands down in most cases! Super fast, easy to learn to use cooks in 60 minutes or less. Love mine!!!
694987
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.
2103055
Absolutely. I've owned different slow cookers over the years but I always come back to West Bend. It is without a doubt the best slow cooker I've ever owned.
1651809
absolutely, I often make 3 different meals for the week. I love this slow cooker. I am planning on using it again on Thanksgiving, cooking 3 different menu items. good luck and be happy
965571
Glad I saw your question. I just cooked a great dinner in it as a slow cooker and it worked fine. The first time I've used it that way. Usually I use it as a roaster on a much higher temperature and it's great for soups, stews, and the like. I LOVE mine - and recently replaced one I had had for 20 years because it is a staple at my house. It's my favorite gift for new brides and of course, all my family members have one.
1421303
Yes, I have found it to be light and the whole cooker easy to move around. I lOVE itl, but don't use it enough as I live alone and it is 6 quarts. You're reminding me to make something over the weekend.
909912
Thanks for asking and yes it is a very large pressure cooker which make it so nice for cutting down time and is a slow cooker (there again time is sometimes essential). Also is a pressure cooker for small jobs such as canning small amounts of leftovers. Would probably do a small turkey. Very nice indeed! Is good for large amounts and easy to clean. If you get one I hope you enjoy using it for lots of things.
721567
its just the burner so thats why its portable...but it is run with electricity not battery power so only portable to a degree...:)
1215762
I had a 7qt slow cooker. Just two of us, so I ordered the 4 Qt and think it will be much better for us. The bigger size was just too big.
318487
The Advantage of having this very useful Crock-Pot is you can take it anywhere with you. You can even have it plugged in at your desk. If you really think about it, what a wonderful way to grab something to eat with having your privacy. Or, just being able to have lunch anywhere as long as there is a outlet for you to plug it it. Talk about Fast Food without the Crowd! :)
1091625
The cooker works best if it is filled at least half full. Smaller dishes that basically cover the bottom cook way too fast because the whole liner gets hot. I cook for two people all the time but when I use the slow cooker I make large batches of soups, green chile pork, spaghetti sauce, etc. I freeze the leftovers in freezer containers in portions for two servings. Then when you have a night you are rushed and don't have time to cook you can make use of that frozen "dinner."
1885141
I think you can, but would have to fit in and cook slowly with supervision. It's not a slow cooker
1651805
I love this slow cooker for a party I had! Was a big hit to my guests. Depending on how big a meal you make these 2.5 qt bowls aren't very big if your feeding a big family! I guess it depends on how much your family eats at a meal. It would be great for stews, soups and sauces. Great for keeping things warm!! Each slow cooker has it's own warming or heating element, so you can cook things on high or low or even just if you just want to warm things up!
757220
I would buy this one again, which is saying something considering how old it is. I bought mine in the late '90s. Electric appliances are great and I've got many. If my power goes out for any period of time, I'm set with a gas range. Additionally, I can disassemble the whole caboodle and put it in the dishwasher. That aside, what are your needs? Alton Brown recommends against uni-taskers and I, with a tee-tiny kitchen, have to agree. For many, many years, until last year actually, I used my pressure cooker as my "heavy bottomed pot" for cooking almost everything in addition to using it as a pressure cooker. In fact, I would be willing to say that it got used more for non-pressure cooking purposes than as a pressure cooker. Now that's my opinion. For yourself, determine what all of your needs are in relation to a pressure cooker. If necessary, write a list; check out cookbooks-are regular pressure cooker cookbooks convertible to electric?
808577
Yes it is. It is a true slow cooker. I bought it based on their recommendation and I LOVE IT.