![Crock-Pot Slow Cooker | Removable Easy-Clean Ceramic Bowl | 6.5 L (8+ People) | Black [SCV655B]](https://images-eu.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81wa9sg55pL._AC_UL165_SR165,165_.jpg)
We bought this to replace an old Tower model which we had had for about 25 years and which had become rather inefficient. Amazon's price on this model beat everyone else and it was delivered very promptly. In response to some of the negative comments already made, I would say this:
The outer casing *does* feel very light - almost flimsy, on first inspection - but it doesn't affect the cooking, it isn't a safety hazard, and the product is sturdy enough in operation. The lid *isn't* a tight fit, and can rattle *a little* when the cooker is up to high temperature and the food inside is steaming, but we had no pools of water; nor were the kitchen windows dripping with condensation, the way they get with a steamer. The instruction book is somewhat basic, but it does tell you that for best results you should pre-warm the ceramic container, and for best flavour you should lightly brown/flash-fry things like chicken before they go into the cooker. Slow cookers do what they say; they are not quick solutions, and they also demand a little bit of prep work beforehand, if you want the best results.
All that said, it works very well indeed, either on the pre-sets or on automatic. For our first effort with this, we put a medium-sized gammon joint in, and it cooked perfectly. The 3.5 litre capacity is just right for the two of us, and will cope with a meal for four. Note that the instructions tell you to not to exceed about 75-80% of the capacity, so bear that in mind when you choose which one of these to buy, and don't fill it right up!
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Colour | White |
| Product Dimensions | 26 x 36 x 24 cm; 3.5 kg |
| Capacity | 3.5 litres |
| Voltage | 220 Volts |
| Material | Stainless Steel, Ceramic |
| Item Weight | 3.5 kg |
