Kalorik SC-11047 3-1/2-Quart Stainless-Steel Slow Cooker

I've just used my Kalorik slow cooker for the first time and it did a good job. I started it out on high for the first hour and then turned it down to low, so it took 7-1/2 hours for the turkey thighs to come to 180º which made me feel like they were safely cooked long enough. I believe they could have cooked longer if necessary (if I wasn't home). Using the auto setting probably would have done the same - it is suppose to cook high at first and then turn itself down to low.

Next time I'll know how much the crock can hold so will reduce the recipe to just 3 thighs or 2 breast-halves and only 3/4 pound of vegetables instead of the 4 thighs and 1-1/4 pounds of vegetables the recipe called for. That way the crock will not be filled too high. The USDA recommends only filling a crock between 1/2 to 2/3 full. Even so, this slow cooker did not boil over despite broth being just 1/2" below the top edge.

The plastic handles never were too hot to use and the...Read more

I have used my old slow cooker for 30 years. This replacement cooker cooker looks great and works perfectly. The oval shape allows
for optimum heat distribution. I love the auto setting & usually use that setting when I make stew or soup. This slow cooker is also very easy to
clean.

I am not happy that the base only had 3 feet. I have already had problems with it tipping. This is a really bad design and not safe.