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    The Best Slow Cookers

    By | Shine Food – Fri, Feb 17, 2012 3:19 PM EST

    When it comes to setting it and forgetting it, these slow cookers are your best bet.
    By Brigitt Hauck


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    Hamilton Beach 6-Quart Programmable Stovetop Slow Cooker

    With this convenient unit, slow cooking truly is a one-pot meal: Simply brown meat in the removable insert on your stove, then add the rest of your ingredients and let dinner finish in the slow cooker.

    To buy: $65, target.com.

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    Cuisinart 4-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker

    Perfect for a couple or a single person, this rectangular slow cooker tucks neatly into a corner and can accommodate most recipes despite its small size. Don't let its compactness fool you-it still has all the bells and whistles, including a 24-hour timer, cooking rack, and dishwasher-safe lid and pot.

    To buy: $80, cuisinart.com.

    Related: Kid-Friendly Slow-Cooker Recipes







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    Hamilton Beach Set & Forget 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker

    No more overcooked roasts or dried-out chicken. An easy-to-use digital thermometer monitors the temperature of the meat and automatically switches to warm when the food is cooked through.

    To buy: $60, hamiltonbeach.com.

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