Slow cookers that can start on their own: Does anyone know of such a machine?
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Get an outlet timer to start and stop any amount of time after you leave for work.
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You may want to contact the maufacturer directly. There may be a customer service number on the booklet that came with the slow cooker or possibly on the box itself.
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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."
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You can easily adapt most recipes. The one we like and use is GREAT FOOD FAST,by Bob Warden. I believe I got it at amazon. Love the cooker.
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Besides the "Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Recipes for Two" already mentioned, I have "350 Big Tasty Recipes for the 1 1/2 Quart Mini Slow Cooker" by Albert Herbert. Also sold by Amazon. Neither book has pictures but both do have lots of recipes. You might want to check your local library to see if they have these books (or others). I did that with another cookbook. Found it, checked it out and then decided it wasn't for me. Saved me $.
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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!!!
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I've not had that problem, but I've heard that response from a lot of people using different slow cookers. I've found that the larger the batch I'm cooking the slower it seems to cook, but that could just be me. If it's a consistent problem then I'd call Cuisinart and ask them. They've always been helpful when I've called.
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I would contact sylvania, and I'm pretty sure you can download a manual. I just did it with a rice cooker and pressure cooker. The manuals are usually free.
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Did some web checkng and am not finding anything. A site called replacements.com used to carry. Perhaps it's time to buy an updated model. I know--this is a great slow cooker. Don't know why they stopped making them. Sorry I couldn't be of help.
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Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Recipes for Two (sold by Amazon).Works for me!
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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.
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I don't know if there is a delay start - I haven't had a need for that, and don't think I'd want raw food sitting in the crockpot for any amount of time if it wasn't cooking. The nice thing about this crockpot is that it automatically switches to warm at the end of the cook time, so I don't overcook my meal if I can't get to it in time.
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I doubt you can preset a cooking time.Since I never had this need I never really looked for It but,I do believe that Is not an option.Just to be sure, I looked Into the manual and It's a definite no.Engineering fell asleep on that one. A preset timer Is a must with slow cookers.I guess they didn't think It was needed but It's a no on that one for sure.So long. :)
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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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My impression is that you can set it to turn on later, but I have to admit that I haven't used that feature. Wish I could be of more help! I'm convinced it's really mostly meant as a pressure cooker, which it does well, but if I use the "crock pot" feature again, it will only be to keep a pre-cooked and hot food warm. Still worth buying, though - not scary like cheap pressure cookers, and you don't have to monitor the temperature, plus lid on/off easy and seal very easy to clean
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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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This Crock-Pot goes to warm automatically. That should actually solve your problem. If you insist on a start time you should go with a "Standard" CP with simple High/low controls and use a plug in type timer.