Slow Cooking; Using The Slow Cook Function; Cooking Guide - Crock-Pot EXPRESS CPE500 User Manual

5.7l easy release oval multi-cooker
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Slow Cooking

LOW Setting: This is suitable for simmering
and slow cooking. Recommended cooking
times in LOW are from 6 to 8 hours.
HIGH Setting: This is for faster cooking.
Recommended cooking times in HIGH are
from 2 to 4 hours.
KEEP WARM Setting: When cooking time is
completed, the Multi-Cooker automatically
switches to the KEEP WARM setting to
prevent overcooking and to keep your cooked

Using the SLOW COOK Function

The SLOW COOK function does not use
pressure in the cooking process, but some
pressure can build inside the unit during
cooking. When using this function, ensure
the Steam Release Valve is in the "Release"
position. This function will cook similarly
to standard slow cookers, using lower
temperatures and longer cooking times to
achieve tender, flavorful meals.
Place the Multi-Cooker on a flat, level
surface.
Place Cooking Pot inside Heating Base. Plug
the Multi-Cooker into a wall outlet. The Multi-
Cooker will beep, and the Display Screen will
illuminate with four dashes (- - - -).
1. Place your food and liquid inside the
removable Cooking Pot.
2. Place the Lid onto the Multi-Cooker
and align
with
. To lock, rotate
counterclockwise to the LOCKED
position.
3. Rotate the Steam Release Dial to the
"Release"
position.
Note: Although this setting will not use
pressure in the cooking process, some
pressure can build inside the unit during
cooking. This is why it's important to keep
the Steam Release Dial in the "Release"
position.
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food warm until serving - perfect for busy
families, those on the run and those who
need flexible meal times. This setting is not
hot enough to cook and should only be used
to keep hot, cooked food warm for serving.
Note: When slow cooking, the ideal fill level
for your ingredients is between the 1/2 and
2/3 marks. Never fill the Cooking Pot above
the MAX line.
4. Press the SLOW COOK button and adjust
the time and temperature as needed.
Note: See the Cooking Guide on page 15
to find the possible time and temperature
adjustments.
5. Press START/STOP. The time will begin to
count down.
6. After the set cooking time has elapsed,
the Multi-Cooker will beep and will
automatically switch to the KEEP WARM
setting. The Display Screen will therefore
change from the cook time to a new timer
that will count up to 4:00 (4 hours) or until
you press the START/STOP button. After
4 hours in the KEEP WARM setting, the
Multi-Cooker will turn off.
TIP: The SLOW COOK settings are in the
Cooking Guide on page 15.
Caution: During slow cooking, steam may
build up in the Multi-Cooker, so when
lifting the Lid use a kitchen glove or mitt to
protect your hand.

Cooking Guide

Cooking
Default Setting
Function
BROWN/
High temp / 30 minutes
SEAR
SAUTÉ
High temp / 30 minutes
SLOW COOK
High temp / 4 hours
SIMMER
Low temp / 15 minutes
BOIL
Low temp / 15 minutes
YOGURT
Low temp / 8 hours
KEEP
Warm temp / 4 hours
WARM
MANUAL
High Pressure / 30 minutes
PRESSURE
MEAT/
High pressure / 35 minutes
POULTRY
BEANS/
High pressure / 20 minutes
CHILI
SOUP
High pressure / 30 minutes
RICE/
Low pressure / 12 minutes
GRAINS
DESSERT
Low pressure / 10 minutes
STEAM
High pressure / 10 minutes
Pressure
Temperature
Cook Time Range
Adjustments
Adjustments
N/A
Low-High
5 minutes – 30 minutes
N/A
Low-High
5 minutes – 30 minutes
N/A
Low-High
30 minutes – 20 hours
N/A
Low-High
5 minutes - 4 hours
N/A
Low-High
5 minutes - 4 hours
Low: 6 hours - 12 hours
N/A
Low-High
High: N/A
N/A
Warm
30 minutes – 4 hours
Low-High
N/A
1 minute - 4 hours
Low-High
N/A
15 minutes – 2 hours
Low-High
N/A
1 minute - 4 hours
Low-High
N/A
5 minutes – 2 hours
Low-High
N/A
3 minutes – 30 minutes
Low-High
N/A
5 minutes – 2 hours
Low-High
N/A
1 minute – 1 hour
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