What size is best for a slow cooker? The Cuisinart comes in several sizes.
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I really depends on what you are cooking, or for how many, or do you freeze leftovers. I think the 6 quart isi the best for all three. I think this cuisinart size is best because of the options that it gives you. You can cook for one or a party.
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I purchased the six quart because I have the option of slow cooking either for myself in smaller portions or I can also cook larger portions if I have some people over for a meal. I also store left-overs and the six quart gives me left-overs. My youngest son comes over with his hollow leg of hunger, eats two rather large bowls of chili and takes two or three more home to eat in the next day or so. In other words, I like my six quart. I'm making a batch of chili today to take over to the home of some friends. We'll eat every bit of it today. The recipe says it will feed 12 people. The way these folks eat though it would be four with their appetites. LOL. I purchased the six quart because I have the option of slow cooking either for myself in smaller portions or I can also cook larger portions if I have some people over for a meal. I also store left-overs and the six quart gives me left-overs. My youngest son comes over with his hollow leg of hunger, eats two rather large bowls of chili and takes two or three more home to eat in the next day or so. In other words, I like my six quart. I'm making a batch of chili today to take over to the home of some friends. We'll eat every bit of it today. The recipe says it will feed 12 people. The way... » Read More I purchased the six quart because I have the option of slow cooking either for myself in smaller portions or I can also cook larger portions if I have some people over for a meal. I also store left-overs and the six quart gives me left-overs. My youngest son comes over with his hollow leg of hunger, eats two rather large bowls of chili and takes two or three more home to eat in the next day or so. In other words, I like my six quart. I'm making a batch of chili today to take over to the home of some friends. We'll eat every bit of it today. The recipe says it will feed 12 people. The way these folks eat though it would be four with their appetites. LOL. « Show Less
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The one we had was too small, some bought this one - the largest I could find.
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I got the six quart so that I could make extra portions and freeze them for a quick meal later. Also easier to use all of the ingredients instead of having leftover to use or waste.
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Ron, as many of the people responding to your question have done, I purchased the 6 Qt. as well. I often downsize my recipes to a serving for 2 or 3 and a great cook book for these recipes is America's Test Kitchen, "Cooking for Two, 2012". There are slow cooker recipes that work great in the larger slow cooker and come out just fine. I purchased this specific Cuisinart because of its oblong shape - makes it easy to cook meat or chicken on skewers. And, with the larger size you are prepared for the eventual times you want to cook a roast or larger meal. Hope this was helpful.
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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!
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I bought the largest one. One problem I had was the words on the buttons came off after wiping it down one time. Used only plain water too. Now i guess what each button is for.
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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.
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Reference: Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press by Cuisinart sizes - My Son-in-Law and Son have the units, however if I remember correctly the larger burger comes out about 3 1/2" to 4" and the sliders are about 2 1/2 to 3". -Perfect sizes for us- We quickly learned that the meat makes all the difference in the cooked size. I would suggest that you purchase small packages of different grades of meat from your store or from more than one store and the next hamburger fest make several of the same size burgers with the same seasoning and test them for cooked size, texture, and taste.
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I believe so! I have made whole large chickens with vegetables with plenty of room to spare. I love this machine - it does everything. It's definitely a second oven - you will love it. I have had the six quart, the twelve quart and the eighteen quart for over 20 years. LOVE THEM! I would say the six quart size makes a roomy "slow cooker." If you plan to make larger meals, the twelve quart is probably the way to go.
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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.
1531975
There's a recipe site called RecipeGoldmine that has a section for Crockpots and a sub category called Crockettes that has recipes for small slow cookers like this. I think you'll like it.
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There are "zillions" of recipes on the Internet. Unless the recipe calls for a bigger slow cooker, you will be fine. I am using all the recipes I have had with no problems.
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They are big. I would measure your slow cooker and check the product description for the size then go from there.
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I think that they fit any SLOW COOKER (the manufacturer declares it). As my slow cooker is an English brand - round, and had no problem using the USA brand liners in it.The size is printed on the packaging of the liners. Make sure that your SLOW COOKER is not too big for them. The liners should overlap the top of the pot - as seen on the picture of the slow cooker packaging.
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Most of my dinner preparations are for two and I use my Cuisinart quite a bit. I love it because it is so versatile. I've braised, fried, baked, and sautéed and it works great.
1666125
Any size works well. I had to get this size because I have large thick cookbooks. Still love it!
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In slow cooker there is one size, but there are turkey bags etc' that are different sizes.
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I don't have an answer for you, other than to defer your question directly to Instant Pot. They are very good about responding to questions. Quart/Capacity has never been an issue for me as it is adequate for my family of three's needs. Also for potluck(s), because I'm bringing a dish to share, not tasked with feeding the entire group. I'd love an 8qt just to be greedy, but the 6qt meets my needs. Good luck. In fact, I used it just now to brown ground beef for my slow cooker lasagne recipe, and now I'm preparing to use the second pot I've ordered to make a cheese/broccoli soup, using Bob Warden's book/recipe. I don't have an answer for you, other than to defer your question directly to Instant Pot. They are very good about responding to questions. Quart/Capacity has never been an issue for me as it is adequate for my family of three's needs. Also for potluck(s), because I'm bringing a dish to share, not tasked with feeding the entire group. I'd love an 8qt just to be greedy, but the 6qt meets my needs. Good luck. In fact, I used it just now to brown ground beef for my slow cooker lasagne recipe, and now I'm preparing to use the second pot I've ordered to make a cheese/broccoli soup, using Bob... » Read More I don't have an answer for you, other than to defer your question directly to Instant Pot. They are very good about responding to questions. Quart/Capacity has never been an issue for me as it is adequate for my family of three's needs. Also for potluck(s), because I'm bringing a dish to share, not tasked with feeding the entire group. I'd love an 8qt just to be greedy, but the 6qt meets my needs. Good luck. In fact, I used it just now to brown ground beef for my slow cooker lasagne recipe, and now I'm preparing to use the second pot I've ordered to make a cheese/broccoli soup, using Bob Warden's book/recipe. « Show Less
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I have a Bella 6qt programmable slow cooker with the locking lid and it's pretty snug. I have to work with it a bit to get it to fit.
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I do not everything I cook using my Cuisinart slow cooker comes out perfect, i have had no problems.
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We use the smaller size all the time as a deep saut pan or shallow soup pan, actually a lot more frequently than the larger size for normal cooking. The larger size is used more often as pressure cooker.
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size appropriate. some are/some aren't. 2 qt fits any 2 qt./larger pans require larger lids. Love my set!