Morphy Richards Accents Sear and Stew Slow Cooker, 3.5 L - Red

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As a rule of thumb, the more work a muscle does, the more it benefits from slow cooking. For example, a shoulder of lamb can be quite tough and gristly with normal cooking, but if you slow cook it, it will soften beautifully. Slow cookers come with different temperature settings. Basic models usually only have high, low and off settings, while premium models may have a medium and an auto setting, which will automatically swap between cooking settings for you. The best one to choose depends on the food you’re cooking. High setting Millie Fender heads up all things small appliances at Ideal Home. There’s nothing she loves more than testing out the latest and greatest cooking gadgets, for indoor and outdoor use, from toasters to air fryers. She reviewed the Morphy Richards Sear and Stew from her own kitchen, testing it for quality cooking and ease of use. With a transparent toughened glass lid you can monitor your cooking progress without disturbing its cooking process, and unlike ceramic cooking pots the Sear and Stew hob proof cooking pot is extremely light and durable making it easy to take to the table and serve directly from.

Ideas include bean and lentil chilli, mushroom stroganoff and casseroles using vegan or vegetarian sausages to name just a few. However, the list is endless. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan recipes to cook in a slow cooker, despite many people associating slow cookers with warming stews and meaty dishes such as chilli con carne. The best feature of this 6.5L Red Morphy Richards Sear and Stew Slow Cooker is the searing feature. The Morphy Richards Sear and Stew Slow Cooker manual includes great information on safety, handling, features, tips and trouble shooting. As well as some recipes to get you started.

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You can make an easy and tasty pudding in a slow cooker by adding servings into individual bowls and then placing them into the main pot. Pour boiling water in between the bowls, halfway up their sides, to gently poach the puds. Any mess will be contained if you have an easy-clean ceramic pot. A keep-warm or hold setting is handy if your dinner is delayed as it prevents food from drying out while stopping it from getting cold. Be careful, though, as some models will actually keep cooking the food. Not sure where to start? Our guide explains which settings are best for different types of meat and which cuts are worth considering. Slow cookers are also an excellent way to make a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes, plus other recipes you might not have thought of. Food shopping on a budget? Read our guide on how to spend less at the supermarket. Can I roast meat in my slow cooker? Most traditional slow-cooker recipes, such as stew, casserole and curry can easily be tweaked to suit a vegan or vegetarian diet.

Some of the more adventurous recipes to try include pulled pork, lasagne and risotto. You can even make fudge in a slow cooker. You’ll find countless recipes online for cake, gammon in coke and even a full cooked breakfast. It’s even possible to make certain types of bread, although the results won’t be the same as when it's oven baked.

It’s an impressive looking unit on your bench or in your collection with its shiny red finish making quite an impact.

Slow cookers are also great for jam – speeding up the process by softening fruit without drying it out. Slice fruit and slow cook on a low heat overnight to make a great jam base. Once your pot is in the slow cooker base simply select either the high or low cooking setting, and you will have a delicious casserole, chili, curry or a multitude of other family favourites. Sear and Stew will cook your meal whilst you are out and about and have it ready and waiting for when you return home. If however you are delayed, you don’t have to worry your meal will be ruined as Sear and Stew will automatically switch to a two hour keep warm to keep your meal at the right temperature and tasting great. As well as being a convenient way to prepare tasty and wholesome meals, a slow cooker is great for cooking cheaper cuts of meat, as well as vegetable-based dishes, making it perfect if you’re on a budget.What a beautiful slow cooker, and with all the features and quality I’ve come to expect from Morphy Richards appliances, I knew it would be a beautiful addition to my collection 🙂 I like the look of this slow cooker too. The titanium model is nice, and the rose gold option is a jazzy look for those who have kettles and toasters to match. If you spend a lot of time out of the house you may be better choosing a digital slow cooker which will allow you to set delay timers and switch automatically to a keep-warm setting. However, a manual slow cooker will cost a lot less and still deliver great results. About this review, and the reviewer

To enter this great competition simply complete below your details and your answer to the following question: The new Sear and Stew slow cooker by Morphy Richards features a hob proof cooking pot, meaning you can sear and slow cook from start to finish in one cooking pot making the slow cooking process even more efficient. Canned alternatives are easily available in most supermarkets. What other recipes can I make in my slow cooker? Yes, and it can be a more energy efficient to do so. Roasting in a slow cooker uses an average of 246W – a tiny amount of power compared with the average oven, which uses around 700W. However, the results won’t be identical to oven-roasted meat. If you prefer to use dried beans, lentils and peas to cook with, make sure you read the instructions and prepare them carefully. Usually, they will need to be soaked overnight to soften and then boiled for a minimum of 10 minutes to get rid of any toxins before you add it to the slow cooker.First step with any unit is always a good wash first of the lid and inner bowl that you will be cooking in. One of the great benefits of slow cooking is convenience. Many like to add ingredients, turn on and walk away and let dinner cook itself.