Proctor-Silex 6 Quart Slow Cooker - a Busy Parent's Best Friend

The Proctor-Silex 6 quart slow cooker is the single appliance in my home that I would not wish to part with. When I think about the convenience, affordability, and wide range of uses that this slow cooker embodies, I really regret not having purchased it sooner. Please read on to see why the Proctor-Silex 6 quart slow cooker is a must-have appliance in every household.

I initially purchased this slow cooker for two reasons - one being that I didn't yet have one and it seemed like the thing to buy at the time. In other words, it was an impulse purchase. The second reason was that I had hoped it would inspire me to make something more for dinner than the pre-packaged convenience foods that I had become rather dependent on.

When I was in the store, I noticed that there were a number of different slow cookers and crock pots to choose from. They came in various sizes and styles, made by a handful of different manufacturers. In order to figure out which one would be best for me, I had to consider that I would be preparing meals for at least 5 people. This is why I opted for the largest size available - 6 quarts. I also needed to take my budget into consideration, which is why I went with the Proctor-Silex model. It was both affordable and made by a company with a trusted name. For just over $30, I was able to add a multi-purpose appliance to my kitchen that really would revolutionize the way I looked at cooking.

Out of the box, the Proctor-Silex slow cooker is a convenient one-pot meal creator. It has four different heat settings - high, low, keep warm, and off. I appreciate the fact that it has a tempered glass lid that allows me to see what's happening inside without having to remove the lid and let heat escape. The crock itself is great because it is more than big enough to prepare large meals, and cleanup is made easy since the crock is dishwasher safe.