a begginers guide to slow cooking
a begginers guide to slow cooking
SEARING AND BROWNING BEFORE SLOW COOKING
Searing and browning in the EasySear™ Insert on the stovetop may take a little extra time and whilst not strictly necessary, the rewards are evident in the end result.
TRADITIONAL SLOW COOKER
COOKING COOKING TIME TIME
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Low Setting
The LOW setting gently simmers food for an extended period of time without overcooking or burning. No stirring is required when using this setting.
The addition of liquid is not required for roasting. Elevate the meat to be cooked on the provided stainless steel rack. This will assist in keeping the surface of the meat dry and free from any fat released throughout the cooking process.
The EasySear™ Insert keeps the heat stable and uniform allowing the meat to brown and form an even crust. Plus searing and browning seals in the moisture, intensifies the flavor and provides more tender results.
Once searing and browning is complete, return the EasySear™ Insert to the stainless steel housing with all the tasty caramelized ingredients inside.
USING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SETTINGS
This Slow Cooker has three settings: LOW, HIGH and DUAL. Use the recommended guidelines offered in the recipe to determine cooking time and heat setting. Dishes can
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These times are approximate. Times can vary depending on ingredients and quantities in recipes.
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High humidity, altitude, cold tap water and ingredients may slightly affect the cooking times in the Slow Cooker.
High Setting
The HIGH setting is used when cooking dried beans or pulses and will cook food in half the time required for the Low setting. Some foods may boil when cooked on the high setting, so it may be necessary to add extra liquid. This will depend on the recipe and the amount of time in which it is cooked. Occasional stirring of stews and casseroles will improve flavor distribution.
The High setting in this Slow Cooker cooks considerably faster than the DUAL or LOW settings and can be used if time is a constraint. Simply place your favorite meal on High for 3 to 4 hours and you will have a slow cooked meal in a fraction of the time.
suitable meat cuts for roasting
Beef | Beef Blade, Rump, Rib Roast, |
| Sirloin, Fresh Silverside, Chuck, |
| Topside. |
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Lamb | Lamb Leg, Mid Loin, Rack, |
| Crown Roast, Shank, Shoulder, |
| Mini Roasts. |
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Veal | Veal Leg, Loin, Rack, |
| Shoulder/Forequarter. |
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Pork | Pork Loin, Neck, Leg, Racks |
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be prepared well in advance of mealtime and cooking time regulated so that food is ready to serve at a convenient time.
It is almost impossible to overcook in the Slow Cooker particularly when using the LOW setting. A general rule of thumb for most slow cooked meat and vegetable recipes is:
setting cooking time
LOW | 6 to 10 hours |
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HIGH | 3 to 4 hours |
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DUAL | 4 to 6 hours |
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DUAL Setting
The DUAL setting will begin cooking on High and then will shift to Low after approximately 2 hours of cooking time for added ease and simplicity.
ROASTING IN THE Slow Cooker
Roasting meats in the Slow Cooker creates tender, flavorsome results. The long, slow, covered cooking process breaks down and softens the connective and muscle tissue within the meat, making it easier to slice. Cheaper cuts of meat can be used to provide perfect results cooked by this method.
Your favorite traditional recipes can also be easily adapted to this Slow Cooker. Simply halve the amount of liquid and increase the cooking time. The following is a guide to adjusting your favorite recipes:
Meat will not brown during the Slow Cooking process, so for browner results sear in the EasySear™ Insert on the stovetop first before placing back into the stainless steel housing for cooking.
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