Comments on: 7 Tips to Tasty Slow Cooker Meals Every Time

By: Mike

Mike — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 14:55:03 +0000

Nice article. I have the same large slow cooker as you and have been trying to use it alot but like you I find that everything ends up overcooked. You mention you should check it before cooking time is up but I am not exactly sure what I am looking for to see if it is done.

By: USA Kiwi

USA Kiwi — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 01:06:57 +0000

I use a small covered casserole dish IN my slow cooker for recipes that don’t fill mine up. Otherwise it burns or dries out

By: Tammy

Tammy — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 13:22:26 +0000

Yes me too! My larger one cooks very hot. I rarely, if ever, use the high setting. Thanks for your comment.

By: Tammy

Tammy — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 13:21:19 +0000

Yes it is all about trial and error. Try checking the recipe before the minimum cooking time.I always find mine is done much sooner than recommended time. Keep me posted.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:51:07 +0000

With almost any slow cooker recipe, I’ve found I need to take the lowest recommended hours and reduce it even further, usually by at least an hour. My crockpot (which is the same as your bigger one) runs REALLY hot. If I cook things on hot, it boils, which is not the goal. Also, like you, I find it does a better job with big pieces of meat. It is harder than it looks!

By: Marcia

Marcia — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 05:07:43 +0000

Thank you for the great slow cooking tips! My kids always tell me that everything tastes the same from the slow cooker. I’m sure it’s because I follow the directions and over cook everything. I am going to follow some of your tips and try again!