Crock pot purchasing advice
Lisa
09/25/09 		I am cooking for a family of 4 and would like to buy a crockpot. I of course want room in the pot to add veggies. What size do I need? I def. want the pot to have a timer. I haven't found too many great reviews on any models. Rival and Cuisenart have complaints of burning foods due to the temp being to high.
Your advice is appreciated.
ellen
09/26/09 		I have purchased both a 4 and a 6 for myself. If you are getting just 1, I recommend you get an oval 6 quart, so you can do larger roasts, chickens, etc. One option is the oval Nesco roaster with the fan in the top- it is good for actual roasting as well as slow cooking (190=low, 280-300=high).

About 5 years ago, the crockpot folks increased the temps of both low and high about 20 degrees, so the older recipes overcook or burn if cooked for the old, longer times.

Lisa
09/27/09 		Thank you so much for your advice.
The fact about the change in temps between old and new pots explains quite a bit.
I've ordered a pot and can't wait to start using it.