Bringing you a huge variety of handy, healthy and delicious slow cooker recipes is one of my life’s goals, but what about the appliance itself? I thought it was time to put some slow cooker machines through their paces to find out which out there on the market might fit our needs the best, because getting a good one can honestly be a game-changer. We tried all of them rigorously to find out which ones passed the test and might be the best slow cooker for you.
Important features we looked for:
⭐️ Best for gas hob (for initial meat browning/sautéing without using a different pan) ⭐️ Best for induction hobs ⭐️ Dishwasher safe ⭐️ Suitable for families ⭐️ Good price We tested each slow cooker at least 3 times using different recipes from my site that we know work.
⭐️ BEST OVERALL ⭐️
⭐️ BEST FOR SEARING WITHOUT A HOB ⭐️
⭐️ TOP PICK FOR INDUCTION HOB ⭐️
⭐️ TOP PICK FOR SMALL PORTIONS ⭐️
⭐️ TOP PICK FOR GOOD LOOKS ⭐️
⭐️ TOP FAMILY BUDGET PICK ⭐️
Saves electricity: These devices are so energy efficient compared to ovens or hobs, using only about 1.3kWh for 8 hours cooking time. The Energy Saving Trust say they use about the same amount of electricity as a standard light bulb. Depth of flavour: Cooking ingredients long and slow creates a delicious depth of flavour. Convenience: There is just something so simple about being able to put everything in and know a meal is going to be ready later, when time might be tighter. Yes it requires a bit of thinking ahead, but the rewards are great. More room in the oven: If you are making this as part of a bigger roast dinner, using a slow cooker means you’ve got plenty of room left in the oven for everything else! Healthy options: Because everything cooks together and the flavours marinate over time, there’s often no need for frying, so it can be a healthier choice. Low maintenance cooking: Slow cookers don’t get hot enough to burn or catch the food on the sides, which means there is rarely a need to stir what’s inside, allowing for truly hands-off cooking. Cost saving: Not only does it save on electricity but slow cooker meals allow us to use cheaper (but tastier) cuts of meat that are perfect for cooking on a low heat over an extended period of time.
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I hope this guide is useful. Let me know if you’d like me to test any other kitchen favourites!
