Is your crock-pot sitting hidden inside one of your cabinets? It's time to take it out! A crock-pot, or slow cooker, is an efficient, energy-saving, and time-saving little (or big!) item. It can really reduce stress in the kitchen. It also allows you to easily serve home-cooked, healthy meals to your family. I'm a mother just like you, and honestly, it's hard to get home cooked food on the table every day. Life is just hectic and there are so many responsibilities for us as moms. Sometimes I'm just tired - and by the time 5:30pm rolls around I certainly don't want to cook. This can result in our families eating fast food, or processed convenience foods much more often than we'd like to. This costs a lot of money - and it costs the health of the family.
These practical cooking tools have evolved into multi-tasking heavyweights. They have lots of bells and whistles that your mother and grandmother would have wanted. Sizes cover a broad range, from 1 quart to 7 quart, even 8 quart capacity. The newest models include programming features, multiple temperature settings, multiple and removable stoneware inserts, hinged lids, clamp-on lids, and the list goes on.
You can even get smaller slow cookers to do vegetable sides. A cheesy spinach bake is a favorite in my house. Or you can throw a quick salad together to go with your meal. Crock-pots have other benefits, too. The energy used by a crock-pot is less than the stove or oven. This is especially useful in winter if you like having hot soups with your meals. You can keep your soup warm in the crock rather than simmering on the burner.
Do not cook while wearing artificial nails. If you are handling hot food and pans they can get hot and melt while still attached to your fingers. This can give you a nasty burn. Tell your children that cannot touch the oven door. Only touch the oven door yourself by using the handle and always use oven gloves or a towel. Having an eye level oven is a good idea. Not only is it easier to use but it also keeps the hot door out of reach of small children.
If you have long hair do not just tie it back in the kitchen. Tie it up in a bun or wear a hat. The same goes with clothing. Roll up your sleeves if they are long to keep them from catching on fire from a hot surface.
Get your crock-pot out (or go get one) and start trying supper, side dish, appetizer, and dessert recipes - you'll be hooked. And the peace of mind you get from having your meal waiting for you is priceless.
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