JudoMom Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 I'm seriously considering this Hamilton Beach model. I've got a Rival Crock Pot, and haven't been terribly impressed with it since I bought it a few years ago. It seems to cook too hot/too fast, and now steam is sputtering out the top and it burned (as in blackened any parts that were touching the pot) my BBQ pork the other day and dried it out (and was on low or warm most of the day) :angry:. What Crock Pot do you have and love? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angela in GA Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 They have this crock-pot at Walmart for a few bucks cheaper. I put it on my Christmas list...until I saw the GE cooltouch model they carry for $40. I'm hoping that's the one dh gets for me, but it's been out of stock. If he can't find it, the HB one is what I told him to get. Hopefully someone has some good input for you. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 My hubby and I looked at that model at Target. He was worried the little tabs that the handles latch onto might break off. It's his job to think about such things, I did point out to him that it would not withstand the rough treatment that military equipment gets. :lol: That said, I just have a Rival crockpot that I've owned since we were first married. It's still functional, it just doesn't have all the cool features that the newer ones have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jami Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 I'm seriously considering this Hamilton Beach model. I've got a Rival Crock Pot, and haven't been terribly impressed with it since I bought it a few years ago. It seems to cook too hot/too fast, and now steam is sputtering out the top and it burned (as in blackened any parts that were touching the pot) my BBQ pork the other day and dried it out (and was on low or warm most of the day) :angry:. What Crock Pot do you have and love? My Rival does that too, Judo. :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 I bought that Hamilton Beach crockpot a month ago and I love it. I've probably only used it about ten times so far, but I've yet to be disappointed. I love that it'll switch to the warm setting after my cooking time has expired. We're gone every Saturday from 8 AM until about 4, and I want to come back to a ready to eat meal. Sometimes my meals simply don't need to cook that long, or I might be delayed getting home...so I LOVE having it just keep the food warm. Awesome for when I have spaghetti or something in there- and it hasn't stuck/burned yet. Almost bought the GE one but couldn't find it anywhere else and couldn't find reviews- made me wonder if it was going to be a good product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBearTeacher Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 We have a simple Hamilton Beach 5-quart model. We got it a few months ago and have been using it regularly since with good results. It is our first crock pot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom In Missouri Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 I have the Rival Smart CrockPot with the timer gizmo. It's huge and unless it's chock-full will turn any food into ancient ruins in a short amount of time. I use it for soups, stews, and anything that I can stir. If it's a layered thing, forget it. Too hot, too fast. Burnt is not a flavor category. The handle on the lid has broken twice and I've called and had it replaced. After the second time, I gave up. I'll use a spoon to pry it up and remove it rather than trust a handle that is going to break. I have a Rival round crock pot, 6 quart size. Bought it about 10 years ago. It's a good utility version. Doesn't cook too fast, great for roasts or layered recipes. Fantastic for veggies too. I've also baked potatoes in it and this one does a fantastic job. I have a Hamilton Beach, 4 quart size. Removable crock, looks nice after 8 years. Settings are way off and doesn't heat throughly in my opinion. Last thing I sacrificed in there was a roast...and it's now sitting in the garage sale box. I have two El-Cheap-Oh versions, about 2 quart size. Think I paid $3 for each at a Black Friday sale. Good for veggies or small desserts, but gotta be careful. These have a LOT of hot spots. The settings should read: Ashes or Charred And then, there is my favorite. It's about 25 years old. Has an acutal 'pot' that can be removed from the hot-plate style heater. Pot can be placed on the stove top for searing of meat, to get contents hot or boiling and then placed on heater. It has 5 settings and they are true settings. I love it. Bought it at a garage sale and it's my 'Go-To Crock Pot' for just about everything. It's about a 6-8 quart size, oblong in shape, ugly as sin 1970's Harvest Gold in color...but it's a dependable work horse and I'll be sad when it gives up the ghost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueridge Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 In my dreams...this is THE one I would choose! http://www.consumersearch.com/slow-cookers/all-clad-99009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRAAB Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 In my dreams...this is THE one I would choose!http://www.consumersearch.com/slow-cookers/all-clad-99009 I had my eye on one of those, but decided at that price I should hold out for a Le Crueset. It worked; my dh got me one that was on sale. They were discontinuing the color. I love, love, love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 I'm seriously considering this Hamilton Beach model. I've got a Rival Crock Pot, and haven't been terribly impressed with it since I bought it a few years ago. It seems to cook too hot/too fast, and now steam is sputtering out the top and it burned (as in blackened any parts that were touching the pot) my BBQ pork the other day and dried it out (and was on low or warm most of the day) :angry:. What Crock Pot do you have and love? I have this exact pot (the Hamilton Beach model you linked), and I love it! It makes the best roasts! The meat turns out perfectly, and the potatoes, asparagus, carrots don't get mushy. I love that the lid seals for potlucks, or to keep the moisture in. I also love that it doesn't get hot spots. It heats evenly. I love that the crock is removable for cleaning. I love the temperature probe. It's a great pot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 New crock pots stink because they have upped the temps on them. All of these recipes that claim take 12 hours on low, forget it, food has died three times over by then. The crock pots are just too hot! This was my vague understanding as well. Was it new food safety laws, or what? But the newer ones (from my understanding) cook hotter than new ones. By beloved (and oft-used) oval Rival has been in a state of suspended non-use since the concerns about lead leaking were raised here on WTM, and since finding Rival not to be forthcoming with information beyond saying they have never been recalled and meet FDA standards. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jplain Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 Because of lead issues with Rival Crock Pots, I've switched to a Hamilton Beach 3 in 1. Hamilton Beach's lead statemen[/url]t can be found toward the bottom of this page: link. I was skeptical about this slow cooker at first, since the heating element doesn't go all the way up the crock, but it works great! Being able to switch crock sizes is really nice, and I don't miss having a programmable slow cooker. Bed Bath and Beyond has it for $50, but you may be able to find it for less at some WalMart stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In The Great White North Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 And then, there is my favorite. It's about 25 years old. Has an acutal 'pot' that can be removed from the hot-plate style heater. Pot can be placed on the stove top for searing of meat, to get contents hot or boiling and then placed on heater. It has 5 settings and they are true settings. I love it. Bought it at a garage sale and it's my 'Go-To Crock Pot' for just about everything. It's about a 6-8 quart size, oblong in shape, ugly as sin 1970's Harvest Gold in color...but it's a dependable work horse and I'll be sad when it gives up the ghost. :iagree: Mine did die. Actually the bottom of the pot warped so it wasn't touching the hotplate evenly. It looked like this: http://www.target.com/West-Bend-Oblong-Slow-Cooker/dp/B000TK8SLY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted November 19, 2009 Author Share Posted November 19, 2009 Thanks everyone! I'm glad to hear that the Hamilton Beach Slow Cookers seem to work well. I think I'm going to go with it. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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