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1. Crock-Pot SCCPVL600S Cook' N Carry 6-Quart Oval Manual Portable Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel
Feature
6-quart portable slow cooker serves 7+ peopleHandles make it easy to carry
High/Low/Warm settings. Dimensions(inches) - H: 15.4 x W: 15.3 x D: 9.8. Cord length - 24 inches
Removable, dishwasher-safe stoneware insert, and dishwasher-safe locking glass lid
Polished, silver stainless steel exterior with black accents and plastic handles
Description
For cooks who like to share good times and good food, the Crock-Pot Cook & Carry Manual Portable Slow Cooker eliminates hassle and mess when transporting cooked foods from home. The locking lid and locking system create a tight seal between the stoneware and lid to ensure contents don't leak or spill. It's a 1-pot wonder for travel, parties, tailgates, picnics, potlucks and more. Slow-cook, warm, and then serve from the removable stoneware, and eliminate extra pots, pans and dishes.2. Hamilton Beach 33473 Programmable Slow Cooker, 7-Quart, Silver
Feature
Easy programmable meals - no watching or stirringEasy clean touch pad with removable, dishwasher safe stoneware & lid
Wraparound element for even heating
Temperature setting - choose warm, low or high; No watching needed, when cooking time is up it automatically shifts to warm
Time setting - select 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 hours of cooking time
Description
7 Quart programmable slow cooker offers flexible options by letting you control the temperature & cooking times.3. Hamilton Beach 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker (33969A) Set & Forget with Temperature Probe, Sealing Lid and Transport Clips
Feature
Reduce messy spills with clip-tight gasket lid3 choices for easy, automatic cooking: probe, program and manual
Perfect for a 6 lb. chicken or a 4 lb. roast
Thermometer probe displays the actual temperature of meat as it cooks
Full-grip handles make carrying heavy meals easier
Description
In addition to offering modern convenience, the Set & Forget Programmable Slow Cooker has three choices for easy, automatic cooking: program, probe and manual mode. On busy days, program the cooking time and Set & Forget Slow Cooker automatically shifts to keep warm when the cooking time is up. Cooking a large cut of meat like pot roast, chicken, or pork tenderloin? Insert the probe, set the desired meat temperature and the Set & Forget Slow Cooker automatically shifts to keep warm when the temperature is reached. For traditional slow cooking, manually select the high, low or warm temperature without setting a cooking time.4. Crock-Pot 6-Quart Programmable Cook & Carry Slow Cooker with Digital Timer, Stainless Steel , SCCPVL610-S
Feature
6-quart Cook & Carry Slow Cooker serves 7+ peopleDigital countdown control lets you program cook times anywhere from 30 minutes up to 20 hours; shifts to Warm setting automatically once cook time completes
Easy-to-use locking lid featuring lid gasket provides extra seal for less mess on-the-go
Removable oval stoneware is stylish for any table.All Crock-Pot Slow Cooker removable crockery inserts (without lid) may be used safely in the microwave and the oven set up to 400F. If you own another slow cooker brand, please refer to your owner's manual for specific crockery cooking medium tolerances
Works on 240 Watts at 120V A.C. and 60Hz
Description
The Crock-Pot Programmable Cook & Carry Slow Cooker with Digital Timer is made for portability. Its secure locking lid and rubber gasket create an airtight seal, helping to prevent spills on the road -- food stays inside, and you arrive at your destination without any worry or mess. Bring this portable slow cooker to potlucks, family gatherings, tailgating, parties and more. The digital panel allows you to customize your cooking time between 30 minutes and 20 hours, and set the temperature on High, Low, and and Warm. After cooking is complete, the slow cooker will automatically shift to Warm for up to 6 hours to help maintain food temperature and flavor. With dishwasher-safe components, this is the perfect digital slow cooker just about anytime you need to transport food prepared at home. Recipes included.5. Cuisinart MSC-600 3-In-1 Cook Central 6-Quart Multi-Cooker: Slow Cooker, Brown/Saute, Steamer
Feature
One touch switches modes when recipe calls for combination cookingExtra-large blue backlit LCD display with easy-to-read time and temperature settings
Removable 6-quart nonstick aluminum cooking pot
Glass lid with cool-touch handle for clear view and comfortable handling
Dishwasher-safe removable parts for effortless cleanup, Steaming rack included, Limited 3-year warranty
3 fully programmable cooking functions Slow Cook on high, low, simmer or warm for up to 24 hours, includes automatic Keep Warm feature
Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
Description
The Cuisinart Cook Central 3-in-1 Multicooker
Create one-pot meals your family will love with the Cuisinart Cook Central 3-in-1 Multicooker. Three fully programmable cooking functions let you saut vegetables, brown meats and slow cook your favorite comfort foods right in the unit. Skip the stovetop with combination cooking -- brown your ingredients in the unit and then simply switch to the slow cook function. Use the Cook Central to prep any aspect of your favorite dish. Select the steam function to prepare stuffed artichokes to start a gourmet meal or to create a healthful vegetable medley side dish. The Cook Central can even do dessert. With numerous recipes to choose from in the included booklet, the opportunities are endless!
The Cook Central features Cuisinarts brushed stainless steel housing and a 6-quart nonstick cooking pot that lets you brown or saut directly in the unit. Once your meal is ready, the unit will automatically shift to Keep Warm mode so your meal is ready when you are. Serving your dish is easy -- just lift the pot out and take it to the table. Clean-up is a breeze with the Cook Central as the pot, steaming rack and glass lid are dishwasher-safe.
Multi-Functional
The first step to creating your meal with the Cook Central is selecting the cooking function.
Slow Cook
Slow cooking is perfect for foods that require long, slow simmering, such as soups, stocks, stews, and dried beans. This function is also ideal when cooking tougher and less expensive cuts of meat like shoulder and pot roast. The Slow Cook function has three temperature settings -- High, Low, and Simmer. For recipes that need to cook longer, use the Simmer and Low settings. When starting a dish later in the day, select the High setting. A 24-hour timer and automatic Keep Warm mode ensure your food is ready to eat when you are.
Steam
Steaming is one of the healthiest methods of cooking. No butter or oil is required and fewer nutrients are lost in the steaming process. To steam anything from asparagus to shrimp, insert the included steaming rack and no more than 2 quarts of water or other liquid in the cooking pot and cover with the lid. Once steaming is complete, carefully remove food from the pot with a spoon, fork or tongs and enjoy.
Brown/Sauté
Use the Brown/Saut function as you would a skillet or saut pan on the stovetop for a variety of recipes. Prepare a quickly sautéed skillet dish or brown food right in the pot as the first step of your family's favorite slow cooker recipe. You can use this function to reheat foods as well. Just use Brown/Saut at 350 degrees F and stir until all ingredients are warmed through.
Once you have chosen the cooking function that best fits your recipe, simply set the desired time and temperature, and then press Start.
Features and Benefits
Glass Lid with Handle
Check the progress of a dish without releasing heat.
Steaming Rack
Place in the up position to elevate ingredients for steaming.
Nonstick Aluminum 6-Quart Cooking Pot
Spreads heat evenly to perfectly brown and saute ingredients right in the unit.
BPA Free
All parts that come in contact with food are BPA free.
Programmable Control Panel
Cooking Function Buttons
Use to select Slow Cook, Brown/Saut or Steam.
Time Directionals
Use to set your desired cooking time, be it minutes or hours.
Temperature Directionals
Use to set cooking temperatures up to 400 degrees F.
Start/Stop Button
Use to start and stop cooking function.
Blue Backlit LCD Display
Side-by-side display shows cooking time and temperature.