Tips for Slow Cooking, Food Safety Tips

Tips for Slow Cooking

•The removable stoneware crock should be at least half-filled for best results. If only half-filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe.

•Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking and removing glass lid results in major heat loss and the cooking time may need to be extended. However, if cooking on High, you may want to stir occasionally.

•If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5-cm) space between the top of the removable stoneware crock and the food so that the recipe can come to a simmer.

•Many recipes call for cooking all day. If your morning schedule doesn’t allow time to prepare a recipe, do it the night before. Place all ingredients in removable stoneware crock, cover with lid, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place the removable stoneware crock in slow cooker.

•Some foods are not suited for extended cooking in a slow cooker. Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be added 2 hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed soups are perfect for slow cooking.

•The higher the fat content of meat, the less liquid is needed. If cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices underneath so meat will not sit on (and cook in) fat.

•Slow cookers allow for very little evaporation. If making your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce liquid called for in original recipe. If too thick, liquid can be added later.

•If cooking a vegetable-type casserole, there will need to be liquid in the recipe to prevent scorching on the sides of the removable stoneware crock.

Food Safety Tips

•Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.

•Visit www.foodsafety.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.

•To store leftovers after cooking, do NOT place the entire removable stoneware crock in the refrigerator since contents will take too long to cool. Instead, divide leftovers into smaller containers and place into refrigerator.

•Never allow undercooked or raw meat to sit at room temperature in the slow cooker. Once meat is placed into the removable stone- ware crock, it should be cooked immediately (unless prepping slow cooker the night before, where crock should be placed into the refrigerator).

IF YOU LIVE IN A HIGH-ALTITUDE AREA:

The Extension service will have detailed information about cooking for your area. To locate the Cooperative Extension service in your county, please visit: http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/.

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33453, 33463, 33473 specifications

The Hamilton Beach slow cooker series, which includes models 33473, 33463, and 33453, has become a staple in many kitchens, offering convenient and versatile cooking solutions for busy lifestyles. Each model in the series comes packed with features that cater to various culinary needs while ensuring ease of use.

The Hamilton Beach 33473 features a 7-quart capacity, making it ideal for large families or gatherings. One of its standout features is the programmable timer, allowing users to set cooking times and automatically switch to warm mode once the cooking cycle is complete. This ensures that meals are ready when needed without the worry of overcooking. The large capacity also accommodates whole meals, from soups and stews to roasts, which is perfect for batch cooking.

Similarly, the Hamilton Beach 33463, although slightly smaller at 6-quarts, offers exceptional versatility. This model is designed with a unique lid that not only serves as a lid during cooking but also can be set to double as a serving pan. This innovative feature reduces the need for additional serving dishes, saving time on cleanup. Additionally, it also boasts a sleek design that fits well on kitchen countertops, and its classic stainless steel construction makes it both durable and aesthetically pleasing.

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