Official Crock Pot, BBQ and Smoker Thread!

[Jocan16]

We had to do it sooner or later. The post's were getting out of hand in the other thread's.

Last weekend I mentioned that I did up 4 lbs of Pork Roast, Honey BBQ sauce and a little water at 10 hours on low. It came out completely awesome, best pulled pork I have ever had! Period!

Earlier today I put in a whole 2.5 lb pork roast and am trying the Pepsi route. The recipe's all state to cook it on high for 5 hours, but I am going for another 10 on low again.

[Jocan16]

Earlier today I put in a whole 2.5 lb pork roast and am trying the Pepsi route. The recipe's all state to cook it on high for 5 hours, but I am going for another 10 on low again.

Came out great. Not sure if I will make it again though...a little too sweet for my liking.

[Beckron]

What size is the crock pot? J C Penney is going to have a 6 quart on sale the day after Thanksgiving for $12.88. Removable crock too. Then Best Buy is going to have a 4 quart on sale for $14.99.

BTW, if I make queso, I float the bowl in warm water in the crock pot, keeps it warm without getting that skin on top. If I put it on high, well I have a block of queso for slicing.

[Lynnlynn]

Ok crock pot experts! I've never used one but have lately been thinking of buying one. Any advice for a rookie regarding size/price or anything else I should be looking for? Thanks!

[Beckron]

MUST ABSOLUTELY MUST have a removable pot to wash. I have the six quart Hamilton Beach and I love it.

[Lynnlynn]

MUST ABSOLUTELY MUST have a removable pot to wash. I have the six quart Hamilton Beach and I love it.

Thanks for the advice!

[Kermit]

The more temperature control, the better.

[PrivateSmiles]

They are great for making up big batches of split pea soup and any of the other legume soups.

[Dgstan]

I've got the one from . It has the removable crock and it's also got a built-in timer.

[PrivateSmiles]

They are so useful. You can stew a chicken, make a roast...the possibilities are almost endless.