Is this for just heating? Or can I slow cook in these as well?
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They are crockpots for cooking. Only the base is designed differently for the opportunity to hook them up together. For example, for a buffet/party.
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This unit features both a high, low, or warm setting just like a manual slow cooker.
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They are crockpots so can be used for cooking. My wife uses them for both cooking and as a warmer.
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Oh no....absolutely a slow cooker. dial style heat control from warm to high. Made soup over the weekend! Great product
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They can definitely be used for cooking. They can also be used as a warmer.
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Yes it is very good for this. I use a cast iron grilling pan of frying pan to fry them. It is easy to control heat so you can cook slow. This way you can cook clear through if you want with out burning. Then turn up heat to finish outsideWhen done frying can turn heat down to 140 degrees to keep warm till ready to eat. This is one of the best things I have in kitchen.
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Alex, these aren't designed for any kind of cooking/heating of food. But they do keep cooked food hot for a few hours!
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I usually put a little bit of olive or coconut oil in the pan depending on the temp that it needs to get to and I have yet to burn anything. I also was a little aprehensive when I first used them, but just season the pan and you are good to go. Being that these pots and pans are encapsulated with aluminium they will heat up much faster than my non-stick pans. I just like the fact that one can go from stove to oven with them.
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I have only used them for brief heating of leftovers. They didn't get especially hot but they weren't in for very long, just a couple of minutes.
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I don't know if I can give you a fair answer. I use them on an electric stove with a ceramic smooth cooktop and it is slow to heat and slow to cool for anything. Everything here is electric and a huge pain to cook with. The wife and I are in discussions over a propane conversion because I love to cook this thing has to go. I would say they a of good quality with a good coating, and should heat normally if there is a normal over gas.
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You could use it as a regular slow cooker, but it may be harder to control the true temperature. I use mine mainly for heating things that will be eaten soon, such as vegetables, or just as a warmer for other items. It's very handy for the holiday's!
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not at all! That's one of the things I love about these pans.......have a whole set & use them every day. And, clean up is super easy.......just use lower heat than you're used to.
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If you are looking for something to heat slowly then this is what you are looking for.
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According to the manual on the web you can. Go to the link below. Scroll down to the 3 tabs Product Features. It states, "Premium die-cast aluminum cookware heats evenly and cooks directly on gas, electric or ceramic stovetops." Here is a link to the manual.http://www.hamiltonbeach.com/large-slow-cookers-6-quart-programmable-stovetop-slow-cooker-33567t.html
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I just use it to reheat food. I don't believe you're supposed to cook in it. It is different from a slow cooker.
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To be honest, the "warm" function will completely reduce a boil to nothing. That being said, leaving it on 1 may be too hot for it still. It's a limitation of a $50 induction cook top. but for such an inexpensive one, I can't complain. They've lasted a year without issues for the two of them that we have and use.
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It is used primarily for reheating purposes although I would believe it may be used as a slow cooker but I have not used it for that purpose so far.
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I've used mine on a very small portable propane burner and fuel tabs and had no problem with heating and cooking. Just had to watch the heat and make sure to stir because the pans are a little thin and get hot fast. Good set for the price I think.
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Hi Frani G., I'm a slow eater in a cold house too, and this has been very useful to me. The first 30 minutes is great, then the heat starts to fade away. But even after 30 minutes it's still better than nothing. I also use the mr. coffee cup warmer for cups of soup as well as bowls. It plugs in to your electrical outlet and supplies a continual stream of heat. It's meant for your coffee cup but is great for soup and oatmeal. I loved it so much I bought a second and use them both.
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When I first started using them yes, because I was using them as if they were non-stick pans. You have to use lower heat temperatures with stainless steel.
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I wouldn't use it as a slow cooker. Sometimes the area near where the control plugs in can have a hot spot. I was trying to make a roast on low, simmer, and the liquid kept coming to a boil. Crock pot's if you don't have one are the way to go for slow cooking. I have a rival that has an automatic feature that after 4, 6 hrs on high or 8 to 10 hours on low after time is up it goes to warm. Can't beat it for slow cooking. As far at the electric skillet it's great for frying, making pancakes ect. I hope this helps you.