Global Gourmet Triple Slow Cooker | Multi-functional Triple Food Warmer, Buffet Server & Bain Marie | Multicooker with 3 Large 1.3 Litre Stoneware Pots with lids & 3 Heat Settings

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You’ll note that the best small cookers have significantly lower capacities by design—0.6 quarts (20 ounces) to 2.5 quarts. These can be ideal for smaller households, or for making dips and sauces in smaller quantities than a 5 or 6-quart machine would yield. Either way, when shopping for a slow cooker, always buy one with a slightly higher capacity than what you really need, because you should never fill your slow cooker up to the brim. “Slow cookers perform best when they are half to ¾ full so be sure to adapt your recipes accordingly,” says Grainger.

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There are three settings total: program (which allows you to set a cooking time), probe (which uses the temperature probe to determine doneness), and manual (which lets you set high, low, or warm temperatures without setting a cooking time). We were really impressed by the ease of use; as the name implies, you really can set it and forget it. Not a single dish had any hot spots: Everything came out evenly cooked and delicious. It’s more expensive than other slow cookers the same size, but the nifty design is worth the splurge. Each slow cooker pot features a slot for utensils so there’s no need to keep spoon rests. Even better: each slow cooker features a lid rest, so you don’t end up placing the lid on the counter only to realize there’s a pool of hot water or a ring of BBQ sauce to clean up. And for solo cooks or families of two, a small slow cooker or a mini slow cooker offers the convenience of the appliance without taking up too much space in the kitchen. “Small slow cookers such as the 1 to 1.5-quart models are a great option for those cooking meals for one,” says Grainer. “Whether you’re entertaining at home or bringing food to share, small slow cookers are easy to transport and will keep dips, appetizers, sides, and sauces warm.”

Most mini slow cookers have a 1- to 3-quart capacity. However, there are some slow cookers and food warmers with a capacity less than 1 quart at just .65 quarts. Enjoy a nostalgic pudding, or a gluten-free alternative to porridge for breakfast. Add natural sweetness with fruit or almonds and a dusting of cinnamon

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Using frozen meat in a slow cooker is not recommended. Frozen meat and poultry should be thawed before using in a slow cooker recipe. While some frozen vegetables can be added to a soup or stew in a slow cooker without issue, frozen meat and poultry will increase the cook time needed and may not cook evenly.And it’s also clutch for singles who live in an apartment with just a cooktop or if you don’t want to use an entire oven for one baked potato—this teeny tiny appliance steamed the best baked potato we’ve ever had. The best small slow cooker is one that will last years in your kitchen. Ensuring that it does means cleaning the appliance after each use. “Before cleaning your slow cooker, be sure it is turned off, unplugged, and has had time to cool,” says Grainger. “If the interior bowl and glass lid can be removed, wash with warm, soapy water or, if allowed by the manufacturer, wash in the dishwasher. Before storing, gently wipe down the exterior of the slow cooker with warm, soapy water and a washcloth, sponge, or rubber spatula to remove any cooked-on food making sure to avoid scouring pads and abrasive cleaners.”

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The particular unit also has some of the best easy-to-grip handles that we’ve tested. Even better: We found the exterior was barely warm to the touch even when the appliance had been on for hours so there’s some piece of mind in toting this slow cooker to parties. Though, we always recommend using oven mitts for safety when using a slow cooker. Grainger says convenience, ease, and safety are three key reasons that slow cookers have been a favorite kitchen appliance for decades. “Because slow cooked meals are often prepped in the morning to be eaten at dinner, you can feel reassured that the food is cooked and held at the proper temperature to avoid any food safety issues. Families on-the-go often rely on the convenience of slow cookers to cut down on take-out meals and fast food while still being able to enjoy a nutritious home cooked meal.” Beyond ease of use, it’s an all-around MVP and keeps both dips and dinner warm for hours without overcooking or drying out food. But while it keeps food just-right inside, the outside exterior gets extremely hot to the touch. This is likely not the best unit to have on the countertop with curious kiddos, and it’s not that travel friendly either as the small handles get super hot, too. We struggled to get a good grip when transporting this one and ended up touching the hot exterior while holding the tiny handles. Food should not be kept on the warm setting overnight. Likewise, food should not be placed in a slow cooker overnight that is not turned on to cook.

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The shallow design doesn’t allow for cooking some traditional slow cooker meals like pot roasts and stews. Typically, even the best small slow cookers don’t have the bells and whistles that standard-sized slow cookers come with. However, most slow cookers have two heat settings—low and high—and a keep warm function. As a general rule, high heat is 300°F and low heat is 200°F. The food warming temperature varies from brand to brand but typically this function keeps food at around 150°F, which is 20 degrees hotter than the recommended temperature for food safety. However, it’s important to note that if you use a slow cooker to reheat leftovers, you’ll need to heat the food to at least 165°F first before maintaining a keep-warm setting. Three slow cookers, but only one outlet plug needed. The Elite Gourmet Triple Slow Cooker is one of the best small slow cookers for its space-saving magic alone. But it’s also incredibly handy for parties and tailgating. Each of the three oval-shaped pots holds up to 2.5 quarts and each slow cooker can operate on its own heat setting. We were impressed at how consistent the heat was for each pot, and that using one pot on high didn’t affect another on low. We tried dips, weenies, brownie desserts and more and the trio kept food perfectly warm without hot spots or scorches.

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The low temperature setting on a slow cooker is typically around 200 degrees. The high setting is approximately 300 degrees. Imusa 1.5-Quart Slow Cooker: For anyone concerned with wasting food, this Imusa 1.5-quart mini slow cooker is ideal. While it’s best to use it to cook for one to two people, you might be able to squeeze enough food out of it for a family of four with no extras. (We made beef stew for four people which was pushing it, to say the least.) As it cooked, we saw no signs of build-up or liquid seeping out. We also liked that food stains were easily wiped off by hand or the dishwasher. However, it only comes in a bright teal, which may not suit all kitchen color schemes. The easy-to-read digital display shows how much cooking time is left, as well as the temperature setting. We found it to be a very intuitive appliance. For storage, the cord stores on the bottom of the cooker. If you don’t need to use your slow cooker on a buffet, there is a similar model with a solid glass lid. The range] in size from 1 quart to 10 quarts can make choosing the best size slow cooker for your needs feel a bit daunting,” says Grainger. “However, the average sized, most-used slow cooker ranges from 5 to 6 quarts. This size is what most slow-cooker specific recipes call for and can easily feed a family of four to six with leftovers to spare.”Just adds, “Almost anything made in a large slow cooker can be made in a mini slow cooker on a smaller scale like soups, stews, side dishes, dips, smaller cuts of meat, fondue, oatmeal, small breakfast casseroles, or cinnamon rolls.” In the case of the Mainstays slow cooker, the price was no indication of quality. The temperature controls consist of the usual low, high, and warm settings, the latter of which held our dip for a two-hour period without any scorching or separating. Compared to larger slow cookers, which usually hold around 5-6 quarts, this slow cooker holds just 2 quarts. Expect to make meals for around one to two people depending on what’s inside. You might get more out of it if you’re making a dip. We cooked a pot of rice and a delicious nacho dip. Our dip was enough for five (yay), and we managed to get three portions of rice. It's incredibly convenient to be able to sear ingredients in the same pan before slow cooking, and the steam function is helpful for veggies, seafood, dumplings or tamales. There are handles on both the exterior and the ceramic bowl, which makes it easy to travel with the whole machine to keep food warm on a buffet or just the lighter interior. If you can afford a more expensive slow cooker, this is a fantastic choice that'll last a long time. To find the best small slow cookers, we evaluated 16 different slow cookers and two food warmers using a predetermined methodology. We assessed each slow cooker based on five factors: value, design, ease of use, performance, and ease of cleaning. We incorporated the slow cookers into our daily cooking routines, using high, low, and keep warm settings. To evaluate the performance further, we prepared a dip in each slow cooker and monitored the low setting for two hours, noting if the dip burned and broke. Slow cookers with high heat were monitored for heat consistency and food scorches. And all slow cookers and food warmers were tested on food build-up and drips around the food vessel and heating chamber. When it comes to pressure cooking, it can hold a sustained 15 psi like a stovetop pressure cooker, so it cooks faster than other electric pressure cookers and can also be used for home canning. This has a large, intuitive touch screen for easy control of all of the functions, along with a simple dial to select the options. From sautéing and making rice or yogurt to slow-cooking stews, this Instant Pot can do it all. The inner cooking pot is stainless steel and dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning when cooking is done.