I think I like it…Rating:4 out of 5 | Cuisinart Slow Cooker Review

I think I like it…Rating:4 out of 5 …

Jul 11th 09

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Comment posted Cuisinart PSC350 31/2Quart Programmable Slow Cooker by VH.

I reckon I like it…
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Overall this appears to be fantastic product… while it works. It does not take too much space. It comes with a small cook-book. It seems to cook food evenly and does not burn. Keypad allows you easily set-up time up to 24 hours. Once cooking time expires the slow-cooker automatically turns on the “warm” mode. Honestly simple to clean, provided that you do not spill too much food onto the metal outer shell. I was pretty pleased with it while it was working. Unfortunately it sort-of died after about a third try. In a middle of operation the slow-cooker suddenly started to beep and show went blank. I tried pressing the control buttons, turning the machine off and on, letting it stand for a while and then turning it on… nothing worked. So I returned the machine to Macy’s and got a new one. I have not tried it yet. I’m hoping that this was just my luck and the second slow cooker will last longer than a week. If not then I’ll have to change this review…

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- Cooking in Cuisinart Crock Pot
  Rating:2 out of 5 stars
  My wife was so excited to throw away her grandmother’s crockpot and upgrade to this model, but now she can’t cook dinner while at work because it burns all our food–even on the lowest setting. I would not recommend it.
- A bit complex to use, but overall very nice
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  Cuisinart is that brand that comes to mind when you reckon of serious cooking, and their 3 ½ – Quart Programmable Slow Cooker certainly comes to mind in that regard. Like any decent slow cooker it comes with a removable ceramic insert for simple transport and cleanup, as well as for even cooking and heating. Cuisinart also claims the insert is non-stick and dishwasher safe. So far it certainly does provide for simple cleanup but I’ve yet to dare to wash it in the dishwasher. The one feature that may be a bit tough and either a plus or a minus is s the LCD show. One attribute is that you can program it for up to 24 hours and the timer does automatically switch to heating once the cooking is over. The programming allows for four settings; high, low, simmer, and warm, and the timer can be set in increments of 30 minutes. For some the programmable timer is a huge plus, for others a concern should it malfunction or the show stops working correctly.
  As far as actual use the cooker does a fantastic job with the insert offering reliable heating and cooking. The overall capacity is perfect for nearly any and every sized need. More importantly Cuisinart is a brand that you certainly can trust and rely on.
- Fantastic slow cooker!!
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I like cooking and this slow cooker is a huge plus! I was looking for a small-size slow cooker between 3qt and 4qt with a timer. As far as I know, Cuisinart is the only brand that clears my requirements. The stainless steel end makes it modern and clean looking.
  This slow cooker is very simple to use. Just plug in, turn on, set the cooking time (+- by 30 min)and choose the heat setting. I made beef goulash and the meat was cooked so tender. The 3.5qt oval size pot is perfect for 2-4 people. You can easily cook large meat or a small part of food. My only concern is that the surface gets very hot while cooking. You don’t want to place anything flammable around it.
  
  Overall, I like this slow cooker!!
- My husband likes it
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I bought this for my husband. He likes cooking with a slow cooker. Not something I’m used to doing so I don’t really use it nor reckon about it. My husband likes it.
- Like it!
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I absolutely like this slow cooker! If this was available a few years ago I could have saved tons of money trying to find a slow cooker that didn’t overcook everything! I’ve not had it very long but have made 3 dishes already and each turned out perfect,not boiled beyond recognition. I have bought at least 3 Rival slow cookers and either took them back or sold them at my garage sale. Each of them boiled everything even on low,not to mention had issues with water dripping onto the countertop from under the lid! The one that seemed to work the best prior to purchasing the Cuisinart was the Corelle 4qt slow cooker, but it did not give me the option of setting the exact time…anything set under 7 hrs automatically cooked on high. I also have the Kitchenaid which is a fantastic slow cooker but is 7qts…now they say you can make smaller recipes with no problems, but nearly all recipes sized for a 3-4 qt slow cooker overcooked when I tried to use it. I probably could have tried adjusting the cooking time or something but just didn’t want to go to the bother. If you’re making a large amount then it’s awesome. It was very expensive also. So as you can see, I have tried a number of them. The Cuisinart is the perfect size for the two of us, with leftovers to boot. I have not had problems with over cooking. I would highly recommend it!
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  Brilliant quality heavy gauge stainless steel set
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I bought this set because I did not know if I wanted a 4 quart or 6 quart pressure cooker, this set solved my problem. When I got this set I was impressed with the quality as it was heavy SS inside and out. My pressure cooker set had only two settings, one for 15 psi and another for 8.5 psi, not three that this listing said. I also ordered the steam basket and trivet ($20), extra gasket ($12), and a SS top ($20) for either base from Magefesausa.com who told me that their pressure cookers only have the two pressure settings and that description of 3 settings was in error.
- WMF Perfect Plus 41/2Quart Pressure Cooker
  COOKIN’
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  This pot performs well; as excellent as the T-FAL model I’ve had for nearly 20 yrs. If it lasts as long I won’t feel too terrible about having paid 4x as much.
  The only complaint [other than cost!] is the way you have to take the handle off to clean after each use. You’ve got to have quite stong hands to work it.
- Cuisinart PSC400 4 Quart Programmable Slow Cooker Brushed
  Gorgeous and works well
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  This is a perfect slow cooker. Perfect size when following slow cooker recipes for “medium round.” Very stylish…matches my Cuisinart rice cooker. I like the fact that I can set the timer for whatever time I want. When the time is up, the cooker sets to “keep” mode. Very simple to clean and takes up small space compared to my larger slow cooker. The lid fits perfectly with no escape of liquid.
- Cuisinart PSC400 4 Quart Programmable Slow Cooker Brushed
  boiling, not slow cooking
  Rating:2 out of 5 stars
  I was interested in a smaller size slow cooker but I wanted the programming features of the larger cookers. The Cuisinart 650 model has a lot of criticisms and plenty of 1 star ratings, but most of the reviews for both the CSC-400 and PSC-400 were positive. Unfortunately, every negative comment of the larger model is right with the PSC-400 I bought:
  -the low temperature setting is too high
  
  -the high setting boils the food
  
  -escaping steam causes the lid to rattle constantly
  
  -condensation runs down the outside of the pot
  
  After researching how a slow cooker is “suppose” to work, I find descriptions such as this: “Slow cookers are designed to emit very small steam, so food braises in its own juices, as well as any cooking liquid.”
  
  The USDA website says: “The direct heat from the pot, lengthy cooking and steam made within the tightly-covered container combine to ruin bacteria and make the slow cooker a safe process for cooking foods.”
  
  The Cuisinart PSC-400 does not slow cook. It boils. It rattles.
  
  Lastly, yes, it looks fantastic, but it is a space hog.
- WMF Perfect Plus 41/2Quart Pressure Cooker
  WMF 5 star
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I own several products from WMF. They are all long lasting and perfect quality.
  
  I am just wondering whether anyone can tell me if this piece, Perfect Plus 4.5- Quart could be used on an induction stovetop.
  
  Thanks!
  
  Carmen
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- vlc
  
  July 13th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  FINALLY…..A KEEPER
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I like this slow cooker! You have no thought how many expensive and inexpensive slow cookers I’ve had to return due to overcooking the food; and/or cooking too hot at the low setting. This Cuisinart has a “simmer” setting which is set lower than the “low” setting. For long-term cooking, this is my preferred heat setting. You can’t go incorrect with this one, folks!
- Ava Suntoke
  
  July 20th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Cuisinart slow cooker
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  Works well for a meal for 2 or 3 persons. The timer feature is very excellent. Cleanup is quite simple.
- Mirna Mora
  
  July 27th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Simple to use and very convenient!
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  My daughter is a first time in college student and she had been begging me to get her a slow cooker for college. I shopped around and this slow cooker was the smallest digital one I could find. I thought it was too huge for her needs, but bought it for her anyway and she could not be more pleased! She likes it to death. She says that cleaning it is very simple since you can remove the black pot, it is very simple to choose the amount of heat and time you want to cook the food for, and that the food she makes comes out absolutely tasty and lasts her for days! One thing she finds particularly helpful is the automatic warm feature. Once the food is done cooking she doesn’t have to worry about it burning, she can go to class and come back for dinner! It is not too heavy and while it does take up quite a bit of space the usefulness of it far outweighs that small disadvantage. I would certainly recommend this to anyone who has very small time on their hands to cook.
- VH
  
  August 3rd, 2009 at 00:00
  
  I reckon I like it…
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  Overall this appears to be fantastic product… while it works. It does not take too much space. It comes with a small cook-book. It seems to cook food evenly and does not burn. Keypad allows you easily set-up time up to 24 hours. Once cooking time expires the slow-cooker automatically turns on the “warm” mode. Honestly simple to clean, provided that you do not spill too much food onto the metal outer shell. I was pretty pleased with it while it was working. Unfortunately it sort-of died after about a third try. In a middle of operation the slow-cooker suddenly started to beep and show went blank. I tried pressing the control buttons, turning the machine off and on, letting it stand for a while and then turning it on… nothing worked. So I returned the machine to Macy’s and got a new one. I have not tried it yet. I’m hoping that this was just my luck and the second slow cooker will last longer than a week. If not then I’ll have to change this review…
- Alex Vox
  
  August 9th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Fantastic slow cooker!
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I am completely pleased with it. It is nicely looking, very reliable, has super convenient electronics, simple to use thing. Meets out of this thing just like french stew! It is simple to remove and to clean. Yammiiiii!
- Midwest birdwatcher
  
  August 12th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Not really programmable, but better than average quality.
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  This cooker has a digital timer that you can set to cook at your chosen setting (Simmer, Low, High) for any time up to 24 hours. At the end of the set cooking time, it automatically switches to Warm, and then switches itself off after another eight hours. IMO, a truly “Programmable” cooker would change heat settings during cooking, and perhaps have a delayed start function; this unit does neither.
  
  On the other hand, the Simmer setting is what’s missing from some other slow cookers, and perhaps that’s why foods get burned. This cooker heats to 185°F on Simmer, 200°F on Low, 212°F on High, and 165°F on Warm. Some cook books, including Not Your Mother’s Slow Cooker Cookbook, assume that Low is 180°. 180°F is the oven temperature I’ve always used for slow cooking a leg of lamb, London broil, and other roasts, so the lower Simmer setting is something I appreciate.
  
  The stainless steel housing, glass lid, control panel, and ceramic pot are all nicely constructed and finished – nothing’s cheap-looking or flimsy – and looks like they’ll last for years. The 3-1/2qt oval pot holds a 2-1/2lb chuck roast without the meat touching the sides, and there’s enough room for a layer of vegetables (a couple of cups chopped) a layer a meat a couple inches thick, and new potatoes on top. You could cook a complete meal in this for three or four people. Mine is a one-person household and this is the ideal size for me; anything smaller wouldn’t make enough leftovers.
  
  The included cookbook has nutritional information – number of servings, calories, carbs, stout, protein, sodium, and more – for all 50 recipes. I gave it four stars instead of five because it’s not what I consider programmable, but I’m very pleased with it for the price.
- Vickie Deangelis
  
  August 17th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Like it!
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I absolutely like this slow cooker! If this was available a few years ago I could have saved tons of money trying to find a slow cooker that didn’t overcook everything! I’ve not had it very long but have made 3 dishes already and each turned out perfect,not boiled beyond recognition. I have bought at least 3 Rival slow cookers and either took them back or sold them at my garage sale. Each of them boiled everything even on low,not to mention had issues with water dripping onto the countertop from under the lid! The one that seemed to work the best prior to purchasing the Cuisinart was the Corelle 4qt slow cooker, but it did not give me the option of setting the exact time…anything set under 7 hrs automatically cooked on high. I also have the Kitchenaid which is a fantastic slow cooker but is 7qts…now they say you can make smaller recipes with no problems, but nearly all recipes sized for a 3-4 qt slow cooker overcooked when I tried to use it. I probably could have tried adjusting the cooking time or something but just didn’t want to go to the bother. If you’re making a large amount then it’s awesome. It was very expensive also. So as you can see, I have tried a number of them. The Cuisinart is the perfect size for the two of us, with leftovers to boot. I have not had problems with over cooking. I would highly recommend it!
- Lil Y. M. Judd
  
  August 19th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  My husband likes it
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I bought this for my husband. He likes cooking with a slow cooker. Not something I’m used to doing so I don’t really use it nor reckon about it. My husband likes it.
- Audrey R.
  
  August 20th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Fantastic slow cooker!!
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I like cooking and this slow cooker is a huge plus! I was looking for a small-size slow cooker between 3qt and 4qt with a timer. As far as I know, Cuisinart is the only brand that clears my requirements. The stainless steel end makes it modern and clean looking.
  
  This slow cooker is very simple to use. Just plug in, turn on, set the cooking time (+- by 30 min)and choose the heat setting. I made beef goulash and the meat was cooked so tender. The 3.5qt oval size pot is perfect for 2-4 people. You can easily cook large meat or a small part of food. My only concern is that the surface gets very hot while cooking. You don’t want to place anything flammable around it.
  
  Overall, I like this slow cooker!!
- Todd B. Frary
  
  August 22nd, 2009 at 00:00
  
  A bit complex to use, but overall very nice
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  Cuisinart is that brand that comes to mind when you reckon of serious cooking, and their 3 ½ – Quart Programmable Slow Cooker certainly comes to mind in that regard. Like any decent slow cooker it comes with a removable ceramic insert for simple transport and cleanup, as well as for even cooking and heating. Cuisinart also claims the insert is non-stick and dishwasher safe. So far it certainly does provide for simple cleanup but I’ve yet to dare to wash it in the dishwasher. The one feature that may be a bit tough and either a plus or a minus is s the LCD show. One attribute is that you can program it for up to 24 hours and the timer does automatically switch to heating once the cooking is over. The programming allows for four settings; high, low, simmer, and warm, and the timer can be set in increments of 30 minutes. For some the programmable timer is a huge plus, for others a concern should it malfunction or the show stops working correctly.
  
  As far as actual use the cooker does a fantastic job with the insert offering reliable heating and cooking. The overall capacity is perfect for nearly any and every sized need. More importantly Cuisinart is a brand that you certainly can trust and rely on.
- Robert A. Fanning
  
  August 31st, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Cooking in Cuisinart Crock Pot
  Rating:2 out of 5 stars
  My wife was so excited to throw away her grandmother’s crockpot and upgrade to this model, but now she can’t cook dinner while at work because it burns all our food–even on the lowest setting. I would not recommend it.
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