4 Slow Cookers with Great and Unique Features

Did you know there is a Hamilton Beach Slow Cooker that has 'power interruption protection'?  You probably knew this model has a clip-tight lid for no leak transportation, but did you know it has a thermometer probe?

If you live in an area plagued by power cuts, the power interruption protection will be a desirable feature. Taking a meal out with you just got a little easier with this model's clip tight lid will prevent any leaks on the journey. But if you've ever had any concerns about whether the meat is really cooked in a slow cooker, you will want this one, with the cook to temperature probe! Which model is that? Learn more here at Slow Cooker Reviews. 

Have you been searching for the perfect, best looking 4 quart, programmable slow cooker? This Cuisinart Programmable Slow Cooker just might fit the bill, with its striking looks and unique features such as a retractable cord and an elevated cooking rack, which is perfect for cooking a 1 quart soufflé in, this one is a winner! Which one? Check it out here at Slow Cooker Reviews.

Brown the meat and onions IN the slow cooker? The West Bend Oblong Slow Cooker's stainless cooking pot with non-stick surface allows you to do just that, no extra dirty dishes! It comes with a bonus non-stick griddle, cooking modes are controlled with a manual dial, and you get an insulated travel crock pot carrier too! Check the best West Bend deal here at Slow Cooker Reviews.

Looking for a programmable slow cooker that won't boil dry or burn your dinner while you are out? The Cuisinart Digital Slow Cooker's simmer cooking mode promises not to do that to you dinner! Instead it tenderly, gently and safely slow cooks your soups and casseroles, intensifying those flavors, and when you come home, those tasty home-cooked meal aromas will great you! For more info on this model, visit Slow Cooker Reviews.

A Crock Pot – An Essential Kitchen Appliance

I'm passionate about crock pot cooking – in fact I would go as far as to suggest a crock pot is an essential kitchen appliance for every busy, budget-conscious household these days.

Crock pots are not new. In the 1970's there was hardly a household whose kitchen was without a magnificent orange crock pot.

There after, the trusty crock pot moved to the back burner when, at a time women where increasingly also working outside the home, microwaves became the fast dinner preparation appliance of choice.

Having a crock pot means dinner is ready in minutes after getting in the door. After a busy day, often the last thing the cook wants to do is stand in the kitchen and prepare a meal. Because the meal is prepared ahead and ready when you get home, your crockpot is good for both your budget and your waist line – as you will not be tempted to stop for takeaways, eat out or to order in.

Instead, you can set your crockpot going in the morning, and come home to great tasting, nutritious meals that are convenient, economical and easy to prepare, that require only a small amount of clean up once dinner is over.

Choosing the best crockpot for you comes down to two things. What size do you need and what features are essential?

What size do you need? That depends on how many people or servings you would like to cook at once. Crock pots work best when they are operating half to three-quarters full. If you are looking for a crock pot that will cook 4-6 servings of soup, stew or casserole or up to a 4 pound roast, then a 3.5-4 quart is recommended. (You may choose a larger model if you will most often be cooking twice the quantity so you can cook once and eat twice.)

The 6-7 quart crock pots make sufficient soup, stew or casserole to serve 6-9, and cook up to a 7 pound roast.

What features do you need? Are you looking for a basic, dependable manual crockpot with only 'low' and 'high' cooking settings? Or are you looking for a fully programmable crock pot with all the bells and whistles?

Whichever size, shape or features you need, you will find more useful information to help you select the best crock pot for you here.