We a small hobby farm where we process our chickens, pigs and cows. Will this have problem with a large ham ? or roast?
1809648
This will not handle a full sized ham or roast. You will need to cut it into pieces smaller than 9" wide first.
1809649
The maximum food length (from the instruction manual) is 9". The manual also states that 'large food items like roasts and slabs of bacon' need to be cut into smaller pieces before slicing.
2251004
Yes, as long as it is not too tall of a roast. Check the items dimensions so you know what you are getting.
552791
I purchased this grinder to do the same thing. I've had no trouble at all with chickens, bones and all. The manufacturer says it will handle turkey and rabbit bones and all. It is very heavy-duty and powerful. Though I haven't tried anything but chicken yet, I have no doubt it will work. I put the meat/bones through twice. Once with the large-hole die and once with the small-hole. You have to clean the bone pieces out to keep the meat moving through efficiently, but you'd have that with any grinder. I love this grinder and would buy it again.
1125956
Probably won't hold a big ham but I think the bone shank will be fine. Mine is not programmable just normal temp setting from very low to very high. I have 3! One in my camper and two in the house. It is myost used appliance and the food tast so much better than in a crock pot. I do not like crock pots. U will love this appliance.
445711
The limiting factor is more about the size of what you're cooking and less the weight of it. I tried to cook a hog bigger than what would easily fit so I cut off the trotters. Problem solved!
837687
Good question. I have never done it. It could be done but you would probably have problems with a good seasonings mix in the ground meat. The stuffing tube will definitely fit with the grinding plate and the meat would be able to fill the casing. Marinated meat might be worth trying. Dang, I see the needless murder of another wild pig in my future!
1966625
It probably could be done If you choose to use it like a giant crock pot. I feel you should brown the beef before putting it in. It really is a roaster and as such may not give you the results you want on the first try. But to create a very large stew it most likely would work.
176590
This unit is pretty solid and powerful (it weighs 70 lbs and most of it is motor). Grinding 50lbs should not be a problem, the trick to any meat grinding is to make sure the meet fits in the tube....the bigger the feeder tube, the less cutting you need to do. If the meat is fatty like pork, then the meat needs to be chilled down pretty cold to prevent the fat from smearing. I usually put it in the freezer for about 20 minutes prior to grinding. The only real problem grinding is the smearing. If the fat smears, it is tough to grind almost anything.....but that is not specific to this model. This unit is pretty solid and powerful (it weighs 70 lbs and most of it is motor). Grinding 50lbs should not be a problem, the trick to any meat grinding is to make sure the meet fits in the tube....the bigger the feeder tube, the less cutting you need to do. If the meat is fatty like pork, then the meat needs to be chilled down pretty cold to prevent the fat from smearing. I usually put it in the freezer for about 20 minutes prior to grinding. The only real problem grinding is the smearing. If the fat smears, it is tough to grind almost anything.....but that is not specific to this model.
193589
I think that it could be used to roast a chicken. I had never thought of.....thanks for the idea!!
1775298
These stretch quite a bit...I don't know about a 25 Lb ham. I have put a whole roasting chicken in it though.
2282389
I have the large one. It will cook a large bone in turkey breast or a large chicken. If you enjoy fish all the extra baskets are nice. This requires no venting, but do spray the surfaces with pam so that it is easier to get clean. I notice they have a digital model available, and that would be handy as the plastic knob breaks easily when you turn it to set the timer.... The only bad thing I can say about this product. The gloves are a must have. Food always tastes so good cooked in this... just don't overcook!
1125955
It will hold a ham shank, but if you're looking to make a pot of pea soup, this will probably be too small. It is not programmable. Great for roasting a chicken though.
1834389
I have this model and it works great. Prime Rib, chicken is awesome on it. Found pork roast smoked up the room too much from fat on roast but it was good tasting.
2228453
I used mine for a small turkey, I am sure it will be good for your roast, it is very sturdy and ajustable.
2234612
Sorry. I haven't cooked anything at 500 degrees. I usually just use it for chicken or turkey in a 350 degree oven. If you want to glaze a ham I would pull out the probe first, add glaze and then put it in a hot oven for a few minutes.
81364
I believe so! I have made whole large chickens with vegetables with plenty of room to spare. I love this machine - it does everything. It's definitely a second oven - you will love it. I have had the six quart, the twelve quart and the eighteen quart for over 20 years. LOVE THEM! I would say the six quart size makes a roomy "slow cooker." If you plan to make larger meals, the twelve quart is probably the way to go.
1784723
I have a 6 quart. A 12 lb. turkey is too big I would suggest a 20 qt roaster.