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Tips for Slow Cooking
•Foods will continue to increase in temperature after desired temperature has been reached.
•The Crock should be at least half- filled for best results. If only
•Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking and removing the glass lid results in major heat loss and the cooking time may need to be extend- ed. However, if cooking on High, you may want to stir occasionally.
•If cooking soups or stews, leave a
•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 the Crock, cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place the Crock in the slow cooker.
•Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.
•Some foods are not suited for extend- ed cooking in the slow cooker. Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be added 2 hours before serv- ing. Evaporated milk or condensed soups are perfect for the slow cooker.
•The higher the fat content of the meat, the less liquid is needed. If cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices underneath so the meat will not sit on (and cook in) the fat.
•Slow cookers allow for very little evap- oration. If making your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce the liquid called for in the original recipe. If too thick, liquid can be added later.
•If cooking a
Care and Cleaning
1.Turn the Control Knob to Off. Unplug cord from outlet.
2.Remove Crock and Cover from Base and let cool.
3.Wash the Crock and the Cover in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. The Crock and the Cover may also be washed in the dishwasher. If you have a plastic Cover, please place on top rack of dishwasher.
4.Wipe the Base with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers.
wWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
•Disconnect power before cleaning.
•Do not immerse cord, plug or base in any liquid.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock.
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