Slow cooker secrets from tips to recipes
Low and slow
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Size matters
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Plan ahead
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Remember to preheat
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Chop vegetables evenly
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Don't overfill
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Use an oil spray
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Keep the lid on
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Layer ingredients
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Don’t stir your stews
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Ensure meat is at room temperature
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Fry spices first
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Add dairy at the end
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Try beef short ribs
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Avoid delicate vegetables
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Don't slow cook shellfish
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Boil off alcohol first
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Treat kidney beans with caution
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Couscous is a no-no
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Choose chicken thighs over breasts
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Brown meat first
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Keep rice for the hob
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Use cheaper cuts of meat
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What to do with too much liquid
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Add soft herbs at the end
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Pasta can be tricky
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Use more mince
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