Can this 8 quart cooker be used for recipes calling for a 4, 5, or 6 quart slow cookers? Should the recipe be doubled?
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You could use this for any of your recipes, seeing that it's misleading.... it's only got a 6 quart capacity! I just received mine, and measured it. Yep, only 6 quarts will fit in it.
1608248
I use mine for anything and everything, no matter what the size the recipe calls for
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I have two ot the Fagor pressure cookers a smaller one and the 10 quart and the small one is great for smaller dishes but the ten quart is fantastic for large roasts and hugh corned beef and cabbage dinners. My suggestion is go for the larger unit.
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I'm not really sure if it would hold six quarts of liquid; probably so, but definitely not like a six quart sow cooker. It is a large skillet and I use it mostly for frying. Really like it.
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I think so. I use it from groceries or once for beer and it carried a case of beer and ice so I would imagine a slow cooker should be good. For sure if doubled.
112019
No it is better to have more room then less.you will find out you can cook more meals in the larger cooker then in the smaller. The 6 qt is the perfect size. I know you will love it
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Under "Product Description" it says "Fits 4- to 7-Quart Slow Cookers. The bag nicely accommodates any brand of slow cooker (both round and oval shaped) with capacities ranging from 4 to 7 quarts." Oh, once I posted my answer I see that your question was asked some time back. I guess Amazon noticed your question and added the additional information.
1651809
absolutely, I often make 3 different meals for the week. I love this slow cooker. I am planning on using it again on Thanksgiving, cooking 3 different menu items. good luck and be happy
1091625
The cooker works best if it is filled at least half full. Smaller dishes that basically cover the bottom cook way too fast because the whole liner gets hot. I cook for two people all the time but when I use the slow cooker I make large batches of soups, green chile pork, spaghetti sauce, etc. I freeze the leftovers in freezer containers in portions for two servings. Then when you have a night you are rushed and don't have time to cook you can make use of that frozen "dinner."
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Hello, B. Hetland. The size pressure cooker you choose should depend on how you intend using it. When I purchased my first pressure cooker I also was looking at the 6 & 8 qt. After researching, I decided on the 8qt, and was very pleased with the decision. You see, the qt capacity is to the brim of the pressure pan. However, it should not be filled past 2/3 full--and with some foods, not past 1/2 full, this means that in an 8qt cooker, the most you can put into it will be less than 6 quarts for the 2/3 full and, and for the 1/2 full rule, only 4 qts. I like to cook in large batches, so about 6 months ago I decided to also get a 10qt [Fagor]. Pressure cookers are extremely versatile appliances. In addition to cooking under pressure, they can also be used as regular saucepans, replacing other cookware. If you really get into using it frequently, and for its many applications, the larger 8qt size will give you more options, because it will accomodate a greater variety of inserts. Here is one that I have found extremely useful: Wolfgang Puck Stainless Steel Dessert Maker Insert. This is also available brand new at eBay for a very reasonable price. I understand your concern for space limitations, and while the 8qt does have a larger footprint, I think you will be happy with that choice in the long run. I too have limited space in my kitchen, I managed to make room for 3 pressure cookers [6, 8 & 10 qt]. Because these are the pans I use most often, one is always "on display" on the cooktop. I also have a 4qt Presto, which I recently put with our camping gear. Because you are new to pressure cooking, you will probably be looking for useful information on how to get the most from your new pressure cooker. I recommend this cookbook: Miss Vickie's Big Book of Pressure Cooker Recipes The author also has a website with discussion forums www.missvickie.com
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I use it with a 6 qt pot, but remember that it has to be tall and not exceed the cook plate.
1215758
There are just the two of us, and we find the 6 quart to be perfect for stews, soups, chicken and dumplings, etc., the kind of meals that you want to enjoy again in a couple days. We also have a 7 quart Cuisinart; the footprint is identical, it's just a tad deeper.
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No, I don't think so. I have bought two of the 7 quart...one for my husband and myself and one for my son and daughter-in-law. We both (my daughter in law) love ours. Previously I had another brand 5 quart-I am much happier with the Cuisinart 7 quart and wouldn't mind having a larger one!!
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Bill, I will have to get back to you on this. The Double Dutch Oven is my birthday present from my wife and I can't open it until tommorrow 3/4. Based on pressure cookers and slow cookers of similar size that we cook in, I would say the DDO is plenty big enough for most anything. The 7 quart would be good for cooking for large groups or making more then you need and freezing or canning it. You are dealing with almost 2 gallons of food and a pretty large bread loaf in the 7 quart.Harry
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There is only my husband and myself. I have cooked smaller portions of stew in this. The cast iron maintains the temperature so you can have less product inside, and is holds a temperature without fear of burning. A five quart would probably suit you well but this is great if you ever want to make a big pot roast, entertain, or make extra to put aside. I guess the question is - why too large? A shortage of storage space would be my only reason to scale down.
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I have only used the large Pan Savers. I use them in my 6qt and 4qt slow cookers.
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Jeanette, I have a 5 quart dutch oven and I was worried that this recipe would be too much for it so I paired it down to 2/3 of the recipe. I could have kept the recipe the same and been fine. No, you don't really need a 7 quart for that bread recipe, or at least that was MY experience.
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I'll go with what the other user posted. to me its big enough pot to do 8 quarts of whatever I am cooking. Its a beautiful pot and very sturdy, after all its a Commercial grade and it cleans up awesome. Works well on my PIC