Has anyone used the slow cooker function? I saw this cooker (or another Aroma model) at Costco. The description says it also has a slow cooker function. Although, I would mostly use it for rice cooking, I may sometimes want to use it to make a bigger batch of food than my current 3.5 quart slow cooker can accommodate. I'm curious as to how well it performs in that mode. Thanks. Has anyone used the slow cooker function? I saw this cooker (or another Aroma model) at Costco. The description says it also has a slow cooker function. Although, I would mostly use it for rice... » Read More Has anyone used the slow cooker function? I saw this cooker (or another Aroma model) at Costco. The description says it also has a slow cooker function. Although, I would mostly use it for rice cooking, I may sometimes want to use it to make a bigger batch of food than my current 3.5 quart slow cooker can accommodate. I'm curious as to how well it performs in that mode. Thanks. « Show Less
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I bought the costco model and loved that one. It was a great rice cooker and slow cooker. This item I dont' know .
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When you say simmer, what function button are you using? I have the 6 qt and have never had a problem, but I do not have a button marked simmer. I use the brown/saute function to brown the meat, add the other ingredients, switch it over to the slow cook function, set my time and let it go and mine has always worked fine.
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So far, I've only used the Breville Risotto/Rice cooker to make risottos and cook rice. I'm assuming, since there is a recipe book for other items, that you can cook those, too. It seems that this appliance will do anything any slow cooker will do, and I plan to try slow cooker recipes in it in the future.
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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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I thought it would be too small, going from a 5 or 6 quart, but it's been pretty easy to make most of what I like. I cook for one person, but always keep leftovers. Still, I would have preferred 4 quarts instead. But it doesn't take up much counter space-looks cute, and it works for most recipes. I had to modify one Chili recipe, due to it being too small. So, not at all too big for one person. I had something smaller when I started, but I couldn't imagine going smaller than this now.I've had this one for a year and half. Had to get it replaced just recently. The electronics went out and cracks formed around the readout. 3yr warranty, replaced the old one no problem. I thought it would be too small, going from a 5 or 6 quart, but it's been pretty easy to make most of what I like. I cook for one person, but always keep leftovers. Still, I would have preferred 4 quarts instead. But it doesn't take up much counter space-looks cute, and it works for most recipes. I had to modify one Chili recipe, due to it being too small. So, not at all too big for one person. I had something smaller when I started, but I couldn't imagine going smaller than this now.I've had this one for a year and half. Had to get it replaced just recently. The electronics... » Read More I thought it would be too small, going from a 5 or 6 quart, but it's been pretty easy to make most of what I like. I cook for one person, but always keep leftovers. Still, I would have preferred 4 quarts instead. But it doesn't take up much counter space-looks cute, and it works for most recipes. I had to modify one Chili recipe, due to it being too small. So, not at all too big for one person. I had something smaller when I started, but I couldn't imagine going smaller than this now.I've had this one for a year and half. Had to get it replaced just recently. The electronics went out and cracks formed around the readout. 3yr warranty, replaced the old one no problem. « Show Less
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I cook it in chicken stock instead of water, and found near the end I needed to add more water. I just cook mine in a heavy 2 qt. pot with a tight fitting lid and it does fine. Never tried a "rice-cooker" just never saw the need for one. Love this rice, melt a little white cheese over the top of a serving and you have a great lunch!! Yummmmm
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The more used it, the more I like it. As a slow cooker it only has one heat level...it doesn't have a high a low setting. It is very convenient to have the searing Function right there in the pot. It's also great to have the pressure cooker and the steamer in that same appliance.
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Works really good for beans (so fare chick peas, red beans, black beans) also works great to make homemade stock or french onion soup quickly. As a slow cooker I have made 3 roast and they came out really good, we actually got rid of our Crock pot.For rice, have not tried it yet, sorry.However, the pressure release valve broke after only 6 months. Currently trying to get a replacement under warranty.
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I have used the slow cooking mode frequently and have not experienced burnt food. In fact, I have repeated the cycle a few times or added time after one cycle without adding more liquid and have not experienced burnt food. It could be an issue of how long the timer is set for and the liquid level. Hope this helps. This cooker is easy to use and quite functional.
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I've enjoyed my slow cooker very much. The instruction book has a couple of basic recipes (beef and chicken) but nothing more. I find there are many recipe books on slow cookers and good guidelines for quality outcome on the internet, however if you don't use the net, try the library. Good luck and enjoy your creations.
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I just use it to reheat food. I don't believe you're supposed to cook in it. It is different from a slow cooker.
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I have never tried to use the cooker in the way you describe. In my opinion, the machine is not designed or intended to be used as a slow cooker for an extended length of time. For such an application, you would be better off with an appliance designed for slow cooking such as a crock pot. I would not leave the BergHoff unattended for a long period of time, especially when temperature control is important. Glen
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You should not fill it with liquid more than 2/3 of the capacity. Like any other slow cooker. You can leave it on the level of cooking as long as you want. There is no timer on it. If you are not home to switch it to warm, it will continue to cook until you turn it to warm or off.
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Check the recipe book that comes with the Slow Cooker. This is not a programmable unit. There are many helpful suggestions for all kinds of wonderful things.
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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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It works great for pressure cooking. I use mine all the time. I have the version that has 5 F degree increments. One thing we do is cook whole organic chicken for 10 hrs on high pressure at 205 degrees F (after the max pressure is reached) until the bones are able to be smushed. We just dig in to the whole "mess" and eat everything. My other cooktop has only increments of 30-40 degrees. That just doen't do for cooking many things that need precise temperatures. I can do those on the PIC. Be aware of this when shopping for cooktops. The timer function is GREAT when you want to do something long and slow. It works great for pressure cooking. I use mine all the time. I have the version that has 5 F degree increments. One thing we do is cook whole organic chicken for 10 hrs on high pressure at 205 degrees F (after the max pressure is reached) until the bones are able to be smushed. We just dig in to the whole "mess" and eat everything. My other cooktop has only increments of 30-40 degrees. That just doen't do for cooking many things that need precise temperatures. I can do those on the PIC. Be aware of this when shopping for cooktops. The timer function is GREAT when you want to do... » Read More It works great for pressure cooking. I use mine all the time. I have the version that has 5 F degree increments. One thing we do is cook whole organic chicken for 10 hrs on high pressure at 205 degrees F (after the max pressure is reached) until the bones are able to be smushed. We just dig in to the whole "mess" and eat everything. My other cooktop has only increments of 30-40 degrees. That just doen't do for cooking many things that need precise temperatures. I can do those on the PIC. Be aware of this when shopping for cooktops. The timer function is GREAT when you want to do something long and slow. « Show Less
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I have not used this item as a crock pot (slow cooker). I use it for warming food that has been prepared previously. I have found that the temperature control can easily be set too high. If you are careful with this setting it should work quite well. A trial and error method will work for you if you have the patience and product to experiment in this manner.