more cookware

[sad old git]

Looking to maybe buy a slow cooker. Any suggestions? We are just two old wrinklies so we don't need anything massive or highly expensive especially with the throat cutting mini budget looming. Any help would be greatly appreciated. ATB to you all S.O.G

[brenda]

Got my one from the supermarket , about £10, but have used it pretty well everyday since, especially in the winter.Super things.

[rinkins]

I've got 2 (different sizes) both morphy richards and they have been great (had to replace a lid that I broke but that was easy enough to get too). WOuldn't be without my slow cooker now

[ChuckFickens]

I agree that they are great things, though I would suggest one slightly larger than the £4.89 one from Argos, the £11 3.5litre one would be more practical in my opinion.

[Lindylou]

Love my (large) slow cooker. Make stews, etc etc, eat some freeze some. Wouldn't be without it.

[Lindylou]

p.s. We're old crinklies too!

[sad old git]

Thank you all.I'msure we'll find something that will suit us .You will have to send me some recipes Lindylou. Take care and go carefully.S.O.G

[kia cat]

Think most are nowadays, but it's worth getting one with a removable pot - easier for washing up [or soaking if you have to].
Brisket [cheap joint] cooks well in it. Usually put a layer of onions in the bottom, sear the joint, and add to warmed up crockpot [I usually put a kettle of boiling water in it & turn it on while I get the food ready]. Pour over about a pint of gravy or stock, leave to cook overnight. You can pearl barley, dried veg or soup mixes.
Try these : http://www.slowcookerrecipes.org.uk/
http://slowandsimple.com/
http://www.slowcooker.org.uk/
http://www.cookuk.co....ker-recipes-index.htm
Don’t overdo the liquid though as it can get watery. Enjoy.

[sad old git]

Thank you kia cat. You have been most helpfull.S.O.G