can it be used as a slow cooker?
755839
yes it works great and if you put a litte water in with the rack that comes with it it stays very moist.
755840
it is a roaster, like an oven, but if you have the buffet rack with the smaller pans that set into it, you can use those and it will do the same thing as a slow cooker -- but you must be there to watch it, since this roaster does not have the safety aspects of a slow cooker, such as a timer, and the outside of the roaster gets hot enough to injure pets or careless people, or to set cloth or paper on fire -- so do not leave it unattended
1161314
You definitely can. It is a stainless steel so it should not be a problem. However, make sure you set it on a medium flame because the handles can sometimes go bad with continuous exposure to high heat. But the body of the cooker itself is of a very good quality steel and can be used as pan for sautéing, as pressure cooker and of course for deep frying too.
2050660
This model can even make cakes, and yes, it can be used as a slow cooker. However, be sure to clean throughly all parts before making rice. The taste could transfer to the next dish if not cleaned properly.
561347
I just use it to reheat food. I don't believe you're supposed to cook in it. It is different from a slow cooker.
1206833
It should work fine. People use it in their slow cooker and I use it in my steamer. Check with Amico.
316919
Hello, I personally have never used low settings to cook. I am sorry I couldn't tell you if it can be used as a slow cooker.
7466
It appears to be. I have used mine several times and still apprears "stainless". Does anyone know how to use it as a "slow cooker"?
1759616
Yes, I would say it's a very good idea to. Never have myself as I don't use one much, I've usually used my slow cooker for stews and chili.
868763
I suppose if a slow cooker fit in it it is. That's not something I would do. They are very sturdy and strong but they are not designed with firm sides to keep their shape. You might end up spilling it.
762780
I have not tried this in a slow cooker, but it is a great idea! I would think it would work well as long as it fits well in the bottom of the cooker.
1994473
It gets very hot. Matter of fact it got so hot the first time I used it I burned the dinner I was making! I have owned several slow cookers and never had that problem! So to answer your question...Yes! I very much so believe it will simmer for makin sauces, soups, etc. Very nice slow cooker. Just a word of advice...because of the stainless steel on the outside it gets extremely hot so make sure you or nobody touches while cooking!
2198725
No. It would have to be digital. The only settings are on the dial as pictured on the front of the slow cooker.
20680
absolutely you can slow cook, they have medium low and high heats selections, i use medium for the all day slow cooking and when i come in I check it and turn it to low so it keeps but does not overcook.
2011419
Nope; sorry! I wouldn't recommend it. Just do that separately and then put it in the cooker.
471515
In theory it could replace a slow cooker but because there is slow heat loss from the top, I doubt whether it can keep the heat for a long period of time (say 8+ hours). The other problem is that the food must be hot when you put it in the cooking basic (and I mean all the way through). Most of my cooking is in the less than 3 hour range. So if you completely heat the food before putting it in, then it could replace a slow cooker. I found that at home a slow cooker is easier and mostly use mine when I'm camping.
191187
I would think if it can be used in a pressure cooker, why not a crock pot. It is a nice heavy one, not thin.
2050912
It is used primarily for reheating purposes although I would believe it may be used as a slow cooker but I have not used it for that purpose so far.