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At what temperature does a crock pot or slow cooker cook?

I'm making a crock pot recipe in the oven. What temperature should I set the oven for?

Actually, that's a bit of an interesting question because slow cookers use more watts and cook at higher temps (for both Low and High) than older slowcookers do.

This is out of increased concern about food safety (and potential lawsuits) --to make sure the ingredients are heated more quickly past the danger zone for bacterial growth. That temperature used to be considered about 140F, although more recent USDA guidelines say that bacteria in food is killed at a temperature of 165F." Although the instructions that come with slowcookers always warn against putting frozen meats, etc., into a slowcooker, some people were still doing it, then getting sick from eating meats that didn't get fully cooked.)

The bottom line is that you'll have a hard time keeping an oven at as low a temp as even a newer crockpot, particularly if you wanted to cook on the equivalent of "low" ... the best you can probably do is set your oven for 200 if you have that low a number... otherwise 165-185 would be about right. ()If your pot is less full that about 2/3, it may well cook hotter at the same set temp.)

Here's some stuff from my files that may help you figure out the time, though in *reverse*:

". . . One reader posted that her 1984 slowcooker used 75 and 150 watts (low/high), while her much newer one had wattages of 180 and 250, which means it was drawing more power on low than the old one was on high!!

. . .Every time I saw the word "braised" or "bistro" in a recipe, or came across something that needed more than an hour's cooking, I knew I could adapt it easily to a slow cooker .…recipes that call for long simmering, or braising or stewing or even slow roasting will be the most successful and easiest.

There isn't one tried and true conversion formula that always applies, especially since individual slowcookers can vary, but here are some general guidelines.

cooking times:

If the original (braising) recipe calls for
15-30 minutes of cooking time:
cook on low 4-8 hours or high 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 hours

30-60 minutes of cooking time:
cook on low 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours

1-3 hours of cooking time:
cook on low 8-16 hours or high 4-6 hours

Generally, figure that 1 hour on high equals about 2 hours on low.
However some recipes genuinely work better on one setting or the other (e.g. tough, cheap cuts of beef are usually better with longer cooking at a lower setting, while lean boneless chicken breasts are often better on a higher setting for a shorter time), requiring some experimentation.

HTH,

Diane B.

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Rival SCV603-SB 6-quart Slow Cooking Crock Pot w/ Little Dipper $46.99 This Rival stoneware crock can also be used for baking and makes a beautiful serving dish. High, low and warm settings accommodate your varied cooking needs and time constraints, while clean-up is a snap with the dishwasher-safe materials.

Rival SCRBC759-PS Crockpot Trio Slow Cooker Server $82.02 Ideal for entertaining large groups and buffet-style dining, this Rival crockpot trio facilitates cooking, warming and serving food. Handsome styling and safety features make this crockpot trio perfect for catering and home use.

Rival SCR-450-B Round Manual 4.5-quart Crockpot $31.99 Rival 4.5-quart crockpot is round-shaped with a stoneware potSCR-450-B slow cooker has a glass lid for keeping an eye on the cooking processCrockpot has a low or high-heat settings with stay-cool side and lid handles

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Proctor Silex 1.5-quart Oval Slow Cooker $24.99 Slow cooker has a 1.5-quart capacityCrock pot's removable stoneware center is safe for use in the refrigerator, oven and microwaveSlow cooker features a built-in lid gasket

Hamilton Beach 33176 7-quart Oval Slow Cooker $37.49 Hamilton Beach slow cooker makes cooking for the whole family easyCrock pot cooks evenly With this 7-quart slow cooker, meals are ready when you are

Digital 6-quart Stainless Steel Slow Cooker $40.99 Slow cooker has 6-quart capacity for a good-size family mealCrock pot ideal for chowders and seafood stews and many more fancy dishesSlow cooker features removable stoneware insert for easy cleaning

Stainless Steel 8.5-quart Slow Cooker $47.49 Slow cooker has 8.5-quart capacity for a good-size family mealCrock pot features a beautiful brushed stainless steel bodySlow cooker great for chowders and seafood stews and many more fancy dishes

Stainless Steel 3.5-quart Slow Cooker $31.99 Slow cooker has 3.5-quart capacity for a good-size family mealCrock pot features a beautiful brushed stainless steel bodySlow cooker great for chowders and seafood stews and many more fancy dishes

Stainless Steel 8.5-quart Slow Cooker $47.49 Large-capacity slow cooker is a kitchen essentialKitchen appliance incorporates versatile, stain-proof stoneware that removes for serving and storageCrock pot accommodates 8-pound beef roast, 8-pound chicken or 4-pound pork ribs

The Complete Slow Cooker Cookbook (Paperback) $10.9 More than 180 slow cooker recipes for an array of dishes, including appetizers, main courses, holiday foods, and desserts, are included in this informative and easy-to-make guide to tasty crockpot meals. Original.

Stainless Steel 3.5-quart Slow Cooker $34.65 Small-capacity slow cooker is a kitchen essentialKitchen appliance incorporates versatile, stain-proof stoneware that removes for serving and storageCrock pot's lid and stoneware are dishwasher safe

Proctor Silex 1.5-quart Slow Cooker with Glass Lid $22.09 Every chef needs a high quality slow cookerCrock pot from Proctor Silex offers 1.5 quarts of capacitySlow cooker features a removable dishwasher-safe crock

Real Slow Cooking (Paperback) $10.07 Forget slaving over a hot stove, and let your slow cooker do all the work! These wonder appliances are easy to use and produce fabulous meals. This accompaniment to the old-new crock-pot shows how to make the most of it, and includes a variet...

Stainless Steel 5.5-quart Slow Cooker $48.99 Medium-capacity slow cooker is a kitchen essentialKitchen appliance incorporates versatile, stain-proof stoneware that removes for serving and storageCrock pot accommodates 4.5-pound chicken or two 2-pound roasts

Kalorik SC 25581 Black/ Stainless Steel 7-quart Slow Cooker $79 Enjoy healthy, home-cooked meals with the Kalorik easy-to-use oval-shaped slow cooker. With its generous 7-quart capacity, the crock works great for cooking up soups, casseroles, pot roasts, and curries.

Kalorik SC 32648 Red/ Stainless Steel 7-quart Slow Cooker $79 Enjoy healthy, home-cooked meals with the Kalorik easy-to-use oval-shaped slow cooker. With its generous 7-quart capacity, the crock works great for cooking up soups, casseroles, pot roasts, and curries.

Slow Cooking (Paperback) $14.8 Augments more than 100 recipes with a history of cooking in the American West, describing the influences of ethnic flavors, cowboy culture and regional ingredients while sharing tips for using slow cookers ranging from crock pots and Dutch ovens to cla...

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Crock Pot SCR500-SS 5 Quart Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel $22.99 The perfect size Crock-Pot slow cooker for a 5 pound roast, the SCR500-SS accommodates varied cooking needs and time constraints with high, low and warm settings. Clean up is a snap with dishwasher safe removable stoneware that doubles as a convenient serving dish complete with a dish-washer-safe glass lid.

CROCK-POT SCVPS600-B Black Oval Smart-Pot Slow Cooker $31.49 The SCVPS600-B lets you prepare meals for 7-8 people with the touch of a button, while the 16oz. Little Dipper Warmer keeps dips and sauces at serving perfect temperature. Crock-Pot Smart-Pot slow cookers make meal planning easy, with 4 automatic time settings and automatic temperature settings for cooking soup and meat and all of your other favorite slow cooker recipes. Removable oval stoneware doubles as a convenient serving dish complete with a dishwasher-safe glass lid. Type: Slow Cooker Features: Auto-shifts to warm when done Removable stoneware for easy serving and clean up Dishwasher safe lid and stoneware Programmable Touchpad selects time and temperature Sure-Grip side handles for improved grip and comfort Dishwasher Safe: Yes Parts: 1 year limited Labor: 1 year limited

Rival SCV603-SB 6-quart Slow Cooking Crock Pot w/ Little Dipper $46.99 This Rival stoneware crock can also be used for baking and makes a beautiful serving dish. High, low and warm settings accommodate your varied cooking needs and time constraints, while clean-up is a snap with the dishwasher-safe materials.*6-quart capacity serves approximately 7-8 people *Holds a 6-pound roast *Removable oval stoneware *Convenient warm setting keeps food warm without overcooking *Dishwasher safe stoneware and lid for easy clean-up *Smudge-proof finish *Little Dipper warmer included measures 6 inches in diameter x 4.5 inches deep *Model: SCV603-SB

Crock-Pot SCR503-UM 5-quart Chrome Slow Cooker with Little Dipper $44.95 Manual Slow Cooker: The perfect size Crock-Pot? slow cooker for a 5 pound roast, the SCR503-UM accommodates varied cooking needs and time constraints with high, low and warm settings. Clean up is a snap with dishwasher safe removable stoneware that doubles as a convenient serving dish complete with glass lid. Also included is the Little Dipper? warmer. It''s great for warming dips and sauces!

CROCK-POT SCVP-609-KLS-CP White 6 Quart Smart-Pot Slow Cooker with Bonus Little Dipper $49.99 Type: Slow Cooker Features: WarmerSmart-Pot Slow Cooker: Prepare meals for 7-8 people with the touch a button! The SCVP609-KLS makes meal planning easy with all the great features you expect from your Crock-Pot slow cooker, plus 4 automatic time settings and automatic temperature settings for cooking soup to meat and all your other favorite slow Dishwasher Safe: Yes Parts: 1 year limited Labor: 1 year limited

Real Slow Cooking (Paperback) $10.07 Forget slaving over a hot stove, and let your slow cooker do all the work! These wonder appliances are easy to use and produce fabulous meals. This accompaniment to the old-new crock-pot shows how to make the most of it, and includes a variety of dishes from puddings and preserves to casseroles, curries, and even hot drinks.

Rival SCR151-WG 1.5qt CROCK POT DIP MASTER $18.99 Keep sauces and dips warm with this Rival 900 Watt Round Mini Slow Cooker. Attractive white stainless steel metal. Ideal for sauces or serving slow cooking dips.

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Crock-Pot 5.5 Quart Camo Slow Cooker with Bag $49.99 The slow-cooker you trust in your favorite color ? camouflage! The Crock-Pot 5.5 Quart Camo Slow Cooker is perfect for deer camp or your kitchen. It has a bonus travel bag for easy transportation or storage and comes with the same features and reliability that you get with all Crock-Pot products. 5.5-quart capacity makes it perfect for stews, roasts and much more! Features: 5.5 quart capacity Removable oval stoneware for easy serving and clean-up 3 heat settings Tempered glass lid Dishwasher safe stoneware and lid

ROADPRO RPSL-350 12-Volt Crock Pot Slow Cooker $41.92 Plugs directly into 12V DC accessory outlet Removable, easy-to-clean, 1-qt stoneware crock Glass lid with stretch cord keeps lid secure while traveling Cooker base with easy-grip handles Perfect for camping trips 300W, 6.5 amp draw

CROCK-POT SCVP550-W White Oval Smart Pot $25.11 Type: Slow Cooker Features: 5.5 Qt. Oval Smart Pot - White

CROCK-POT SCCPV600L-S Stainless Steel Slow Cooker $25.99 Type: Slow Cooker Parts: 1 year limited Labor: 1 year limited

Crock Pot Trio Stainless Steel $105.99 Crock-Pot Trio Cook & Serve... Great for entertaining or for preparing an entire meal, complete with main course, side dish and dessert, the SCRBC750-BS features three stoneware slow cookers with individual high and low temperature controls all on one base. Removable stoneware is dishwasher safe, and each 2.5 quart pot doubles as a serving dish with glass lid, serving spoon and spoon notch. Black with stainless steel trim, the Crock-Pot Trio Cook & Serve compliments any d cor. Includes (3) 2.5 Quart Crocks, Removable Round Stoneware, Glass Lids, Individual Heat Settings, Dishwasher Safe Stoneware and Lids, Recipes Included for Entertaining and Complete Meal Solutions, Stainless Steel and Black Finish, Includes 3 Serving Spoons.

RIVAL SLOW COOKER CROCK $24.99 Bring the family to the table for a wholesome home-cooked meal. The SCV400-B serves approximately 4-5 people and is ideal for all your favorite slow cooker recipes, with high, low and warm settings to accommodate varied cooking needs and time constraints. Clean up is also a snap with dishwasher safe removable stoneware that doubles as a convenient serving dish complete with a dishwasher-safe glass lid.

CROCK-POT 5025-WG White Slow Cooker $24.99 Type: Slow Cooker Features: 2.5 quart capacity; serves approximately 3-4 people; holds a 3lb. roast Removable round stoneware Dishwasher safe stoneware and lid Recipes Included Dishwasher Safe: Yes

Slow Cooking $19.78 Slow cooking is all about creating real, delicious food that is given time for the flavours to meld and develop - but it doesn't have to be hard work; just prepare and put everything in one pot, set the timer and go off and do something else while your meal cooks itself. This stunning new book shows you how to do just that, featuring over 135 recipes, showcased in a bright, fresh contemporary design that features over 250 beautiful photographs. All the favourites are here, covering the whole menu, and with dishes to suit every occasion. Start your meal with French Onion Soup, then move onto Provencal Beef Stew. Finish with Poached Pears in Red Wine. Or look further afield for inspiration, starting with Hot and Sour Prawn Soup, followed by Northern Thai Fish Curry, finishing with Papaya Cooked with Ginger. All tastes are catered for, with influences from right across the world. With chapters on Soups and Appetizers, Fish and Shellfish, Poultry and Game, Meat Dishes, Vegetarian and Side Dishes, Desserts and Cakes, and Preserves and Drinks you will be amazed by the versatility of slow cooking. With full details of all the ingredients you will need and how best to use them, plus details of all the cooking techniques from braising and pot-roasting to poaching and using your slow cooker as a bain-marie, successful results are assured every time.

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