There’s nothing quite like coming home to a warm, hearty meal that’s been slowly simmering all day. Crock-pots and slow cookers are kitchen workhorses that make it easy to create delicious soups, stews, breakfast bakes, and more with minimal effort. Whether you’re cooking for a party or just looking for an easy hands-off meal, these basic and multitasking crock pots are a versatile kitchen essential. Slow cooker & crock-pot meals are a weekly—if not daily—staple in our kitchen.
In this post, we’ll explore some of the very best crock-pots and slow cookers on the market with all the bells and whistles, including the Our Place Dream Cooker, the Crock-Pot Slow Cooker with Dip Warmer, the Crock-Pot & Sous Vide, the Ninja 8-in-1 Slow Cooker, the Slow Cooker Casserole, a Stainless Steele Everyday Crock-Pot, and the Presto Travel Slow Cooker.
In this post, we’ll look at key features to consider, share our top brand recommendations, and provide tips for getting the most out of your slow cooker. By the end, you’ll be equipped with all the information you need to choose the perfect model for your kitchen and cooking style.
1. The Slow Cooker & Pressure Cooker
The Our Place Dream Cooker (6-quart) offers the best of both worlds, allowing you to slow cook or pressure cook your meals with the flip of a switch. We love the monochrome, sleek look of this cooker, and is designed beautifully so it can be left out on the counter proudly. This is the smallest cooker at 6-quart capacity on our list and would be perfect for smaller households or for one. ($199)
2. The Crock-Pot Slow Cooker with Dip Warmer
This Crock-Pot Cook and Carry Slow Cooker (7-quart) with touch control will keep your favorite dips at the perfect serving temperature alongside your main dish. The locking mechanism on the main pot allows it to be moved and relocated without the mess. ($199)
3. The Crock-Pot & Sous Vide
Crock-Pot Cook & Carry Slow Cooker (7-quart) with Sous Vide tech is programmable, and combines slow cooking and precise temperature control for restaurant-qualitycooking at home. We like the stainless steel body which gives it a luxurious look. ($136)
4. The 8-in-1 Slow Cooker
The Ninja Foodi Possible Multi-Cooker (8.5 quart) functions as a rice cooker, steamer, sautees, and more. It’s also oven-safe up to 500 F! ($159)
5. The Casserole Slow Cooker
The Magnifique Ceramic Casserole Dish Slow Cooker (4-quart) has a unique rectangular shape is perfect for baking and serving hearty casseroles and lasagnas straight out of the pot. ($83)
6. The Large Everyday Crock-Pot
The Large Oval Manual Crock-Pot (7-quart) is your basic slow cooker, essential for big families or meal-prepping. ($58)
7. The Traveling Slow Cooker
The Presto Nomad Traveling Slow Cooker (8-quart) features locking lids and insulated exteriors to keep your dishes warm on the go. ($89)
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