Comments on: How to Buy a Slow Cooker or Crock Pot

By: youngandthrifty

youngandthrifty — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 05:52:38 +0000

I love crock pots!!

They are so easy, and the food that becomes the finished product is so hearty!
Do you know if there are crock pots out that turn to “keep warm” automatically? I just find sometimes that the hours to cook are awkward e.g. 6 hours on a high setting (I work 8-9 hour days)- I don’t want anything burning…

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By: Think Outside the Piggy Bank

Think Outside the Piggy Bank — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:51:15 +0000

Found my (hardly ever used) slow cooker at a garage sale for a couple of bucks. Didn’t think I would use it that much as I’m vegan, but then ran across Robin Robertson’s Fresh From The Vegetarian Slow Cooker! Great book, plus she includes vegan substitutes when necessary.

By: megan

megan — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:58:37 +0000

I found mine at the Salvation Army when I shopping after moving. I’ve had it for over 12yrs. They last forEVER like the used Osterizer blender I bought, AGAIN for less than $5 at the Salvation Army. Tell all of your children moving out or going to college to get their first stuff at donation used shops because they end up lasting into a marriage and family.

By: Jill Mann

Jill Mann — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:19:49 +0000

Thanks for the information. I will like to come home and have my meals already finished.

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By: Quietrose

Quietrose — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 08:13:34 +0000

Great post on crock pots Kerry. I have been reading your blog for a long time and really dig it. Keep up the great work!

I have a 6-quart crock pot that I bought at Target for all of $15. It’s great and I use it often. The glass lid and removable insert features are key.

My favorite recipe is for Turkey Tacos. It is a simple recipe. I usually double this up and eat it for 4-5 days.

Turkey Tacos
1 lb ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1/2 cup chunky salsa
1 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Brown turkey and onion in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring to separate meat. Add turkey mixture and all the remaining ingredients to the crock-pot. Cover; cook on LOW for 4-5 hours.

You can wrap the mixture after it is cooked in a tortilla shell, but I like it plain, with a dollop of sour cream, or with some rice. It’s delicious.

In fact, I think I will make some tomorrow! Enjoy!

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By: Rosa Rugosa

Rosa Rugosa — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:48:21 +0000

Do these slow cookers make any noticeable difference in your electricity costs?
Just curious.

By: allie

allie — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:15:54 +0000

don’t forget to look at where and by who your crock pot is made – several have tested positive for lead paint as well as other heavy metals. i have a le creuset dutch oven which was expensive but i know my family isn’t eating lead for dinner.