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The item must be securely packaged, preferably in the original packaging using the inserts supplied. Once you’ve done your prep and added your ingredients, it will cook your food at a steady and controlled temperature over a longer period of time. Although it’s designed for sous vide cooking, you have to purchase the cooking pouches separately, which is a little disappointing.This multi-functional machine, another one from market-leaders Crock-Pot, allows you to schedule your cooking up to 12 hours in advance, with plenty of customisable manual and auto-function options.

A slow cooker is an electric device that consists of an external heating container and an internal pan for cooking. The Good Housekeeping Institute has rigorously tested 36 models to find the best slow cooker on the market. Testers were also pleased with the energy efficiency, and the clear digital display panel meant it was easy to know when our dish was ready.

The countdown timer is a great function, though, the large capacity is great for families and batch cooking, and results are superb. But if you want to be certain to fit in big pieces of meat or make large batches, it’s a good idea to look at the larger models, which are usually around 6 litres. The beef stew we made lost a little moisture but tasted flavoursome, while our chicken curry had deliciously moist meat that was falling off the bone. When you have the time to prepare, set the dial to ‘Low' for a tender, slow cook that lets you get on with your day.

The upsides are that it retains heat well at the table and you can clean it without fear of damaging a non-stick surface. It’s also dishwasher-safe and easy to clean thanks to its non-stick coating, so overall it’s a reliable option if you don’t want to splash the cash on the more premium Ninja slow cooker. With a 20 hour digital timer you can easily plan ahead so that the meal is perfectly cooked and finished just when you want it. litre cooking pot, which can accommodate enough food for eight people – plenty for mid-week dinner parties or if you like to prep meals in advance.Cooking food at a low temperature for a long time usually improves the flavours and also makes any meat really tender and tasty. Some models will start by themselves, while others will require you to turn on the heat retention function. Hannah is our homes editor, specialising in reviewing the latest kitchen appliances, cleaning products, mattresses and bedding, and crafting equipment. This robust, multi-functional slow cooker is another one that's ideal for large families with its 6. Then you press the power button, thinking you’re starting the cooking, but instead it switches the cooker off and you have to start all over again.

Heat retention: A slow cooker with heat retention keeps your food warm even when the cooking time is over.Please note that an item's colour as shown on the listing is only a guide and may have shade variations with the product itself.