The Australian Women’s Weekly Food

Slow cooking basics

Slow cookers are available in a range of shapes and sizes, and come with a variety of features. We tested these recipes in either a 4.5-litre (18-cup) slow cooker or a 5-litre (20-cup) slow cooker. If you have a smaller or larger cooker, you will need to decrease or increase the quantity of food, and almost certainly the liquid content, in the recipes.

Before using your slow cooker, read the manufacturer’s instructions, as each will differ depending on its features. They will also outline appropriate safety measures, such as not leaving an appliance unattended at any time.

Some cookers heat from the base and side, while others heat just from the base; some have timers that cut off after the cooking time has expired, while others have timers that will reduce the temperature and keep the food warm until you’re ready to eat.

SLOW COOKER SETTINGS

Generally, the longer meat takes to cook,

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