topic Re: Smaller Crockpot in Kitchen

Smaller Crockpot

Lilysmom — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 19:35:56 GMT

I was looking at a 2 qt Connectable Crockpot this morning. Does anyone have one? M Any comments on buying the smaller size? Is it a bad idea? I heard some of them run hot.

If you have one you like, I would love to hear your recommendations. If you don't recommend this size, why not? TIA

Re: Smaller Crockpot

Tigriss — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 23:19:35 GMT

A 4 qt is pretty small let alone a 2 qt. That size would be ok for dips but not much else. I have two 4 qts and a 6qt that I use all the time. The 4qts I use for smaller meals.

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Big Sister — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 23:21:29 GMT

I have a 5 qt. and a newer 2 qt. I rarely use the 2 qt; it's just too small. If I were to buy again I would get a 4 qt.

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2zbeach — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 23:46:58 GMT

I have a 3 quart Cuisinart. Love it for smaller things. I saw the connectables,but wasn't impressed.

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Kachina624 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 00:04:58 GMT

I live alone so a friend gave me a small crockpot years ago. I've never used it because when I go to the trouble to make something, I want to have leftovers to either eat or freeze for later consumption.

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forrestwolf — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 00:15:01 GMT

You can always put less in a larger slow cooker, but not more in a small slow cooker.......I live alone and have a larger slow cooker....6 QTS...I would use a small one for dips, and such....BUT not to cook a slow cooker meal.......I love my Wolfgang Versa Cooker, to the point, that I now own 2, and they do get the use out of the price...... It can be used as a slow cooker, baker, and warmer, as well as regular cooker......

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froggy — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 00:27:23 GMT

I have this one which I love. I use the 4 and 6 qt sizes a lot. But the small one is always there if I need it.

http://www.amazon.com/Hamilton-Beach-33135-6-Quart-Stainless/dp/B000R8A1OK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426202720&sr=8-1&keywords=crockpot+with+3+bowls

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Big Sister — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 03:17:23 GMT

On 3/12/2015 froggy said:
I have this one which I love. I use the 4 and 6 qt sizes a lot. But the small one is always there if I need it.

http://www.amazon.com/Hamilton-Beach-33135-6-Quart-Stainless/dp/B000R8A1OK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426202720&sr=8-1&keywords=crockpot+with+3+bowls

froggy, I looked at your link and think that HB is a great solution.

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molly47 — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 03:41:20 GMT

I have the Hamilton Beach 3 in 1 also and almost always use the 4 qt but have used the 2 qt once in awhile and the 6 quart for chili and other soups. I love the 3 in 1 for a space saver that lets me have those 3 sizes. We will replace it if it ever dies.

We also have the 6 qt Ninja 4 in 1 and like it too although I see some are against the material in the finish.

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jaxs mom — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 03:57:01 GMT

On 3/12/2015 Lilysmom said:
I was looking at a 2 qt Connectable Crockpot this morning. Does anyone have one? M Any comments on buying the smaller size? Is it a bad idea? I heard some of them run hot.

If you have one you like, I would love to hear your recommendations. If you don't recommend this size, why not? TIA

I have the crock pot hook up with the dual one quarts and the single two quart. It's worked fine for me. I really only use it for keeping side dishes warm for the holidays. I've never cooked with it. It worked fine for my needs and I don't think it ran hot. I've been considering expanding my set because I really like the way they all hook into each other and make a great buffet line.

I have 3 other slow cookers too including the Hamilton Beach 3 in 1 mentioned up thread, it works great but you can only use one crock at a time. I do cook in these slow cookers but rarely dishes that need 2 quarts or less.

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Lilysmom — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 09:40:46 GMT

Thank you for the great feedback! I will check out the HB. I have a 6 quart. Maybe 4qt is what I should be looking for.

I read elsewhere on here how to use a large crockpot as a smaller one by using a Pyrex dish placed in a water bath in the larger crockpot. Do many good ideas! LM

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Pook — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 11:34:45 GMT

I also have the Hamilton Beach 3 in 1 and just love it. I use all equally and it's great whether you have a lot or a little to cook. Why use a huge pot when you only need a small one?

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amateurcook — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 14:15:35 GMT

A great use that I've found for the small size slow cooker (I have a 1.5 quart) is making rice in it.

Re: Smaller Crockpot

Lilysmom — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 20:18:40 GMT