Crock-Pot
All-day kitchen appliance
Crock-Pot is a brand name for a slow cooker—an electric appliance that simmers food at low temperatures over several hours.
The name has become genericized, with crock-pot often used for any slow cooker regardless of brand: Just throw everything in the crock-pot before work.
The cooking method suits stews, roasts, and dishes that benefit from long, gentle heat.
Sear, then simmer covered
- simmeringCooking below boiling point
- stewingCooking low and slow
- tenderizingMaking food less tough
- set-and-forgetRequires no further adjustment
all-day · overnight · low-and-slow · batch cooking · meal prep · hands-off · infusing · melting
Appliance for gradual simmering
- programmableAble to accept instructions
- insertPlace within another thing
- lidRemovable container cover
- heating elementCurrent-to-warmth converter
ceramic · stoneware · timer · digital · oval · round · quart · countertop
Ease of use
- busyActively occupied with tasks
- weeknightNon-weekend evening
- make-aheadPrepared in advance
- potluckCommunal meal, shared contributions
working parents · tailgating · church supper · holiday · entertaining · budget-friendly · family dinner · comfort food
braising
Sear, then simmer covered
- simmeringCooking below boiling point
- stewingCooking low and slow
- tenderizingMaking food less tough
set-and-forget · all-day · overnight · low-and-slow · batch cooking · meal prep · hands-off · infusing · melting · caramelizing
slow cooker
Appliance for gradual simmering
- programmableAble to accept instructions
- insertPlace within another thing
- lidRemovable container cover
heating element · ceramic · stoneware · timer · digital · oval · round · quart · countertop · electric
convenience
Ease of use
- busyActively occupied with tasks
- weeknightNon-weekend evening
- make-aheadPrepared in advance
working parents · potluck · tailgating · church supper · holiday · entertaining · budget-friendly · family dinner · comfort food · home cooking
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Crock-Potpressure cooker
Sealed pot using steam
microwave · flash frying · convection oven · toaster oven · air fryer
Crock-Potfast food
Speedy prepared meals
takeout · microwave dinner · TV dinner · delivery · drive-through