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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SLOW COOKER
• ALWAYS turn your slow cooker off, unplug it from the electrical
outlet, and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• The lid and stoneware can be washed in the dishwasher or with
hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or
scouring pads. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually
remove residue. To remove water spots and other stains, use a
non-abrasive cleaner or vinegar.
• As with any fine ceramic, the stoneware and lid will not
withstand sudden temperature changes. Do not wash the
stoneware or lid with cold water when they are hot.
• The outside of the heating base may be cleaned with a soft
cloth and warm, soapy water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaners.
CAUTION: Never immerse the heating base in water or other
liquid.
• No other servicing should be performed.
• This appliance has no user serviceable parts. Any servicing
beyond that described in the Cleaning Section should be
performed by an Authorized Service Representative only. See
Warranty Section.
HINTS AND TIPS
PASTA AND RICE
• For best rice results, use long grain converted rice or a specialty
rice as the recipe suggests. If the rice is not cooked completely
after the suggested time, add an extra 1 to 1½ cups of liquid per
cup of cooked rice and continue cooking for 20 to 30 minutes.
• For best pasta results, first partially cook the pasta in a pot of
boiling water until just tender. Add the pasta to the Crock-Pot
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slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cook time.
BEANS
• Beans must be softened completely before combining with sugar
and/or acidic foods. Sugar and acid have a hardening effect on
beans and will prevent softening.
• Dried beans, especially red kidney beans, should be boiled before
adding to a recipe.
• Fully cooked canned beans may be used as a substitute for dried
beans.
VEGETABLES
• Many vegetables benefit from slow cooking and are able to develop
their full flavor. They tend not to overcook in your slow cooker as they
might in your oven or on your stovetop.
• When cooking recipes with vegetables and meat, place vegetables
in slow cooker before meat. Vegetables usually cook slower than
meat in the slow cooker.
• Place vegetables near the sides or bottom of the stoneware to
facilitate cooking.
HERBS AND SPICES
• Fresh herbs add flavor and color, but should be added at the end
of the cooking cycle as the flavor will dissipate over long cook
times.
