Can I use this with the slow cooker that I use on a regular basis or do I need a dedicated device?
1746619
A dedicated slow cooker is not necessary. Just unplug the device from the sous-vide controller to use it again as a slow cooker.
1746620
You need a slow cooker with MANUAL controls. I must tell you I returned my unit and instead I purchased the Anova unit, because it has a water circulator and can be used with any pot.
1746621
I do. I have an oval slow cooker. a black one, I got at Farm and Fleet. It works fine.
1759619
You can but you won't get a complete seal from the slow cooker if you leave the probe in.
195304
The feature I use mostly is cooking rice, I have such good crockpots, I only use them for slow cooking. I'm sorry to not be more helpful.
100986
I don't see why not. although it would take some prep--(1) If you work conventional hours, you'd probably have to put dinner up to cook before you go to work (and how nice to come home to an already slow-cooked dinner!) and (2) If you were cooking for 1 or 2, you'd eventually be overwhelmed with leftovers (recipes typically feed more than 4 in order for slow cooker to be appropriately full). (3) You'd probably eventually kill for a broiled or roasted meal. Hope that helps!
557581
Yes! But only if you have or buy a power converter. This appliance is built for the US 110 volt market, while Europe and the rest of the world uses 220. Therefore, in order to use it in Italy, you have to buy a power converter which converts from 110 to 220, otherwise, using only an adapter, you would destroy the slow cooker
1917472
No! I have several slow cookers and this devise beats them hands down in most cases! Super fast, easy to learn to use cooks in 60 minutes or less. Love mine!!!
930341
Yes, its a standard style slow cooker. The only difference is the lockable lid, which you knly lock during trsnsport, never during the cooking process. The crockery comes out for easy clesning or refrigerator storage or use in your oven.
1955999
Yes. I usually put it on induction cooker to boil, then vaporseal it and transfer to the cookware 360 cooker. Induction cookers are not good for slow cooking as they turn on and off instead of continuously heating, breaking the vapor seal.
1807617
I have never tried to use the cooker in the way you describe. In my opinion, the machine is not designed or intended to be used as a slow cooker for an extended length of time. For such an application, you would be better off with an appliance designed for slow cooking such as a crock pot. I would not leave the BergHoff unattended for a long period of time, especially when temperature control is important. Glen
965571
Glad I saw your question. I just cooked a great dinner in it as a slow cooker and it worked fine. The first time I've used it that way. Usually I use it as a roaster on a much higher temperature and it's great for soups, stews, and the like. I LOVE mine - and recently replaced one I had had for 20 years because it is a staple at my house. It's my favorite gift for new brides and of course, all my family members have one.
727041
that's is correct. It works like slow cooker without energy requirement. Google for "Thermal cooker tips" for tips and recipes.
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.
338305
It is also has the flexibility of a slow cooker, or you can steam vegetables or meat with it. Read the included recipe book for ideas.
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."
1651808
I work 12 hours, too. I use my triple slow cooker as a warmer/server for veggies I cook on the stove, but I wouldn't trust smaller ones for cooking raw foods. I use larger slow cookers to cook in, but 12 hours is too long for most recipes.
87030
The main distinction of this item from a crock pot is that there is a metal grill above the bottom of a resevoir within the cooker, that allows you to separate whatever you are cooking ( usually meat but anything that goes on a grill would work. ) from the liquid you would use to keep the meat moist. In a crockpot, you'd put in the food and any liquid you added would kind of blend in with the food. I am not sure what would happen if you put the food at the bottom without the grill, but it would probably then work just like a regular slow cooker.
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