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(More customer reviews)First, for anyone wondering how this slow cooker (MSC-569) is different from the MSC-570 model, the only differences are the handles and lid; they are otherwise identical. That info is straight from the manufacturer (I asked).
Second, there's already a great review on this product (the MSC-570 verson), which I recommend anyone interested read. It can be found here:
Toastess Msc-570 Dgtl Slow Cooker 4qtAs for my own review, I've found this to be a fantastic model. What I like about it, as stated in the above linked review, is that it has a lower wattage heating element than models from other companies. The element is also constant output, rather than the variable output found in almost every other slow cooker on the market. This results in a much more even heating, and makes burning something you'll probably never need to worry about (assuming proper usage, of course).
The main concern I had before buying this unit was that the food would heat too slowly and potentially cause food-safety issues. I admit, the food does seem to heat rather slowly at first, but I've used this slow cooker on all sorts of meats, always on the low setting, and I've never had a problem. Just keep the lid closed and don't put anything frozen in there.
Also, something to note for slow cookers in general, "programmable" does NOT mean "delayed-start." A lot of people want a slow cooker that they can program to start cooking later, rather than right then. Manufacturers do not add this feature for safety reasons, as it's not really a good idea to put raw meat in a pot and tell the machine to let it sit at room temperature for several hours before cooking. They'd have lawsuits left and right from people leaving raw food in there for a day and making themselves sick.
Anyway, I'm really happy with my Toastess, and I would definitely recommend it to others.
Click Here to see more reviews about: Toastess MSC-569 Multipot Stainless-Steel 5-Quart Digital Slow Cooker
Easily prepare soups, casseroles, pot roasts, curries, and more with this 5-quart round-shaped slow cooker. Simply add ingredients to the unit's crockery casserole, insert it in the cooker, set the timer, and choose from three heat settings--"low", "high", or "warm", which maintains a perfect serving temperature without overcooking. The unit will also switch over to keep-warm mode automatically once the timed cooking session has ended. The slow cooker's domed-shaped tempered-glass lid helps hold in the heat, allows condensation to drip back inside, and makes it possible to check on meals at a glance. Other highlights include a top-access digital control panel for comfortable reading and programming, stainless-steel loop carrying handles on the base, integrated side handles on the crockery casserole, and a loop handle on the lid for safe removal. Even more, the crockery casserole can go in the freezer or refrigerator for making meals ahead of time or for storing leftovers, as well as in the microwave, convection, or conventional oven for extra cooking options. Housed in beautiful stainless steel, the slow cooker measures approximately 15 by 10 by 15 inches.
