Crock pot VERSA WARE User manual

STONEWARE SLOW COOKER

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Owner’s Manual and Cookbook

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Warranty.

2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed Warranty.

3. If you have any questions or comments regarding this unit s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please write to our Consumer Service Department or visit our website at www.rivalproducts.com.

RIVAL c/o JCS/THG, LLC CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT 303 Nelson Avenue Neosho, MO 64850

WARRANTY

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION

A.  is Warranty applies ONLY to the original purchaser of this product. B.  is Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or manufactured parts of this

product that, upon inspection by JCS/THG, LLC authorized personnel, is shown to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. JCS/THG, LLC will determine whether to repair or replace the unit.  is Warranty does not apply to installation expenses.

C. Operating this unit under conditions other than those recommended or at voltages other than

the voltage indicated on the unit, or attempting to service or modify the unit, will render this WARRANTY VOID.

D. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, JCS/THG, LLC shall not be liable for any personal injury,

property or any incidental or consequential damage of any kind resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration of this product.

E. All parts of this product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as follows:

1. Within the ﬁ rst 30 days from date of purchase, the store from which you purchased your product should replace this product if it is defective in material or workmanship (provided the store has in-stock replacement.) If you intend to assert any claim in connection with the product, please follow the instructions in paragraph F.

2. Within the ﬁ rst 12 months from date of purchase, JCS/THG, LLC will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph G.

F. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer

Service Department.

G. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these

instructions if you are returning the unit to JCS/THG, LLC:

1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid damage in shipping.

2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:

a) Your name, full address with zip code and telephone number b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE, c) Your $12.50 check for return shipping and handling, and d)  e model number of the unit and the problem you are having. (Enclose in an envelope and

tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed.)

3. JCS/THG, LLC recommends you ship the package U.P.S. ground service for tracking purposes.

4. All shipping charges must be prepaid by you.

5. Mark the outside of your package:

RIVAL c/o JCS/THG, LLC 303 Nelson Avenue Neosho, MO 64850 SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $12.50 (USD)  is Warranty gives you speciﬁ c legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.  e provisions of this Warranty are in addition to, and not a modiﬁ cation of, or subtraction from, the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation. To the extent that any provision of this Warranty is inconsistent with any applicable law, such provision shall be deemed voided or amended, as necessary, to comply with such law.

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards ................................... E2

Before You Use Your VersaWare™ Slow Cooker

........................................................E4

How to Use Your VersaWare™ Slow Cooker

Sautéing ......................................................................E5

Slow Cooking ..............................................................E5

Roasting/Broiling ........................................................E6

Usage Notes ................................................................E6

........................................................E4

How to Clean Your VersaWare™ Slow Cooker

........................................................E7

Hints and Tips ...................................................E7

Recipes ................................................................... E11

Classic Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker Dishes ..................E13

Appetizers and Side Dishes ......................................E22

Main Dishes ..............................................................E26

Soups and Chowders .................................................E41

Beverages and Desserts .............................................E46

Service Instructions ..................................... E52

Warranty ...............................................................E52

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.  e lid handle may get hot

while cooking; use of an oven mitt while handling is advised.

3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or heating base in

water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool

before putting on or taking oﬀ parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance

malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to JCS/THG, LLC (see warranty) for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7.  e use of accessory attachments not recommended by JCS/THG, LLC may

cause ﬁ re, electrical shock, or injury.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch heated surfaces.

10. Do not place heating base unit on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a

heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or

other hot liquids. Always use hot pads when moving your heated slow cooker.

12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

13. Always attach plug to appliance ﬁ rst, then plug cord into wall outlet. To

disconnect, slide control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.

14. DO NOT expose empty crockery to high heat. Always ensure there is liquid or

food inside crockery to prevent potential cracking.

15. To prevent cracking, NEVER IMMERSE crockery in water or place under

running water if crockery has been left EMPTY on a heated stovetop or in a heated oven for an extended period of time. Allow to cool down before immersing in water.

16. To prevent potential cracking, NEVER freeze water or water based foods in the

VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware.

17. ALWAYS use the enclosed HEAT DIFFUSER when cooking on ELECTRIC

STOVETOPS or breakage may result.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

 is appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. No user-serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to service this product. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from

entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED WITH CARE; HOWEVER, THE MARKED

ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL RATING OF THE SLOW COOKER.  e extension cord should not be allowed to drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

POLARIZED PLUG

 is appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to ﬁ t in a polarized outlet only

one way. If the plug does not ﬁ t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not ﬁ t, contact a qualiﬁ ed electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature or modify the plug in any way. If the plug ﬁ ts loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Some countertop and table surfaces, such as Corian® and other surfaces, are not designed to withstand the prolonged heat generated by certain appliances. We recommend placing a hot pad or trivet under your slow cooker to prevent possible damage to the surface.

NOTE: During initial use of this appliance, some slight smoke and/or odor may be detected.  is is normal with many heating appliances and will not recur after a few uses.

NOTE: Please use caution when placing your stoneware on a ceramic or smooth glass cook top stove, countertop, table, or other surface. Due to the nature of the stoneware, the rough bottom surface may scratch some surfaces if caution is not used. Always place protective padding under stoneware before setting on table or countertop.

Relax. Now that you have a VersaWare™ slow cooker, your life just got a little easier. With this new Rival® stoneware innovation, one pot truly does it all. Whether you use it for sautéing on the stovetop, roasting in the oven, slow cooking in the heating base, or a combination of all three, the versatile crock cooks delicious food in the most convenient manner. And when the meal is complete, you can use the same crock as a fashionable serving piece as well as an easy solution for storing leftovers in the refrigerator and then reheating them in the microwave or oven for tomorrow night’s dinner. Minimal mess, minimal cleanup.

Cooking with a slow cooker allows you to draw the fullest ﬂ avors from your food in a braising process that consistently produces tasty results. Yet with the VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware, that’s just the beginning! In the same crock you can also brown the meat and caramelize the vegetables as directed in many slow cooking recipes. You can season and roast a meatloaf in the oven and then use the slow cooker heating base to keep it warm until serving time. You can simmer soups and stews to enhance ﬂ avor and make them table-ready by broiling cheese on top.

It’s easy to be a chef in your own home when you have a tool this versatile at your ﬁ ngertips.  e VersaWare™ slow cooker is more than a cooking appliance; it’s the ultimate single-pot meal solution. So relax, dinner’s almost ready!

BEFORE YOU USE YOUR VersaWare™ SLOW COOKER

Before you use your slow cooker, wash the lid and stoneware in warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly.

NEVER immerse the heating base in water or any other liquid.

HOW TO USE YOUR VersaWare™ SLOW COOKER

SAUTÉING

1. Place the VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware onto one of the large burners on the stovetop.

IMPORTANT: When using the stoneware on an electric stovetop (coil or ceramic), the heat diﬀ user (included) must be used. Place the heat diﬀ user onto one of the large burners and position the stoneware on top of the heat diﬀ user.

2. Coat the inside of the stoneware with oil or butter and place food into the stoneware. DO NOT heat empty stoneware on the stovetop. Always ensure there is liquid or food inside the stoneware when heating.

3. Set the stove temperature to Low before increasing to Medium. Turn down heat as necessary to avoid overcooking. DO NOT use your stoneware on the High setting on stovetop burners.

4. Stir food in the stoneware often, when cooking on the stovetop.

DO NOT use metal utensils, because they will scratch the stoneware.

Stoneware

Lid

Stoneware

Heating Base

Control Panel

Heat Diﬀ user

SLOW COOKING

1. Insert VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware into the heating base, place your food into the stoneware, and plug in the unit. Slide the control to the desired setting. Your VersaWare™ slow cooker has three temperature settings. LOW (I) is recommended for slow “all-day” cooking. One hour on HIGH (II) equals about 1½ to 2 hours on LOW (I). WARM ( ) is ONLY for keeping already cooked food at the perfect serving temperature until you are ready to eat. DO NOT cook on the WARM ( ) setting. Always cook with the lid on when using your stoneware in the slow cooker heating base.

2. When cooking is done, slide control to OFF ( ). Unplug from outlet and allow it to cool before cleaning.

ROASTING/BROILING

 e VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware can also be used as a traditional roasting pan in your oven.

USAGE NOTES

• If there is a power outage, the food may be unsafe to eat. If you are unaware of how long the power was out, we suggest you discard the food.

• Always cook with the lid on for the recommended time. Do not remove the lid during the ﬁ rst two hours of cooking.

•  e removable VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware is ovenproof and microwave safe. Refer to following chart.

• Always use pot holders or oven mitts when handling the stoneware and when moving the slow cooking base.  e handles will become hot when in use.

• ALWAYS use a trivet or hot pad underneath the heated stoneware, when placing on tables or countertops.

• Removable stoneware and lid are safe for use on stovetops*, in conventional and microwave ovens, as well as in the refrigerator. NEVER freeze water or water-based foods in the stoneware.

• Due to the unique manufacturing process of the VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware, you may see variations in the glazed surface.  is is normal and does not aﬀ ect performance.

• Turn unit oﬀ and unplug when cooking is done and before cleaning.

• Do not reheat foods in your slow cooker. Use oven, stovetop, or microwave to reheat.

* e heat diﬀ user must be used when cooking on electric stovetops (coil or ceramic).

** Place the stoneware on one of the large burners on Low or Medium settings only. Always use the heat diﬀ user when cooking on an electric stove.

Part

Dishwasher

Safe

Oven Safe

Microwave

Safe

Stovetop

Safe

Broiler

Safe

Lid Yes Yes Yes Yes No

Stoneware Yes Yes Yes ** Yes Yes

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR VersaWare™ SLOW COOKER

• ALWAYS turn oﬀ your slow cooker, unplug it from the electrical outlet, and allow it to cool before cleaning.

•  e lid and VersaWare™ slow cooker stoneware can be washed in the dishwasher or with hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or scouring pads. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually remove any residue. To remove water spots and other stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner or vinegar.

•  e lid will not withstand sudden temperature changes. Do not wash the lid with cold water when it is hot.

•  e outside of the heating base may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

CAUTION: Never immerse the heating base in water or other liquid.

HINTS AND TIPS

PASTA AND RICE

• If you are converting a recipe that calls for uncooked noodles, macaroni, or pasta, cook them on the stovetop just until slightly tender before adding to slow cooker.

• If you are converting a recipe that calls for cooked rice, stir in raw rice with other ingredients; add converted rice for best results in all-day cooking.

BEANS

• Beans must be softened completely before combining with sugar and/or acidic foods. Sugar and acid have a hardening eﬀ ect on beans and will prevent softening.

• Dried beans, especially red kidney beans, should be boiled before adding to a recipe. Cover the beans with three times their volume of unsalted water and bring to a boil. Boil 10 minutes, reduce heat, cover and allow to simmer 1½ hours or until beans are tender. Soaking in water, if desired, should be completed before boiling. Discard water after soaking or boiling.

• Fully cooked canned beans may be used as a substitute for dried beans.

cup extra liquid per

cup of raw rice. Use long grain

VEGETABLES

• Many vegetables beneﬁ t from slow cook times and low temperatures and are able to develop their full ﬂ avor.  ey tend not to overcook in your slow cooker as they might in your oven or on your stovetop.

• When cooking recipes with vegetables and meat, place the vegetables in the stoneware before the meat. Vegetables usually cook slower than meat in the slow cooker.

• Place vegetables near the sides or bottom of the stoneware to facilitate cooking. Stir in chopped or sliced vegetables with other ingredients.

• Because eggplant has a very strong ﬂ avor, you should parboil or sauté the eggplant before adding it to the slow cooker.

LIQUIDS

• It is not necessary to use more than ½ to 1 cup liquid in most instances since juices in meats and vegetables are retained more in slow cooking than in conventional cooking.

• When converting conventional cooking recipes to slow cooking recipes, use about half of the recommended amount of liquids, except in recipes that contain uncooked rice or pasta (see previous page).

MILK

• Milk, cream, and sour cream break down during extended cooking. When possible, add during last ﬁ fteen minutes to half hour of cooking, until just heated through.

• Condensed soups may be substituted for milk and can cook for extended times.

SOUPS

• Some soup recipes call for 2 to 3 quarts of water. Add other soup ingredients to the slow cooker ﬁ rst; then add water only to cover. If thinner soup is desired, add more liquid at serving time.

• If milk-based soup recipes have no other liquid for initial cooking, add 1 or 2 cups water. Since milk, cream or sour cream will break down if heated above boiling point, carefully stir them in at end of cooking cycle.

MEATS

• For meats, trim fats, wipe or rinse well, and pat dry with paper towels. Browning meat in a separate skillet or broiler allows fat to be drained oﬀ before slow cooking and also adds greater depth of ﬂ avor to dish.

• Larger roasts, chickens, and hams are the perfect size for your slow cooker. Select boneless roasts or hams ranging from 2 to 4 pounds for a 4-quart slow cooker,

2.5 to 5 pounds for a 5-quart slow cooker, and 3 to 6 pounds for a 6-quart slow cooker.

• Bone-in cuts like ribs, loin cuts, or turkey pieces ﬁ t easily and cook well in your slow cooker. Cook turkey legs, thighs, and breasts, up to 4 pounds for 4-quart slow cookers, 5 pounds for 5-quart slow cookers, and 6 pounds for 6-quart slow cookers.

• If you select a smaller roast, alter the amount of vegetables or potatoes so that the stoneware is ½ to

full.

• Always remember, the size of the meat and the recommended cook time are just estimates.  e exact weight of a roast that can be cooked in the slow cooker will depend upon the speciﬁ c cut, meat conﬁ guration, and bone structure.

• Cut meat into smaller pieces when cooking with precooked beans, fruit, or lighter vegetables such as mushrooms, diced onion, eggplant, or ﬁ nely minced vegetables.  is will enable food to cook at the same rate.

• Lean meats such as chicken or pork tenderloin will cook faster than meats with more connective tissue and fat such as beef chuck or pork shoulder.

• Meat should be positioned so that it rests in the stoneware and does not touch the lid.

• If you are cooking frozen meats (such as roasts or chickens), you must ﬁ rst add at least 1 cup of warm liquid.  e liquid will act as a “cushion” to prevent sudden temperature changes. For most recipes containing cubed frozen meat, cook meats an additional 4 hours on LOW or 2 hours on HIGH. For large cuts of frozen meat, it may take much longer to defrost and tenderize.

FISH

• Fish cooks quickly and should be added at the end of the cooking cycle, during last ﬁ fteen minutes to hour of cooking.

SPECIALTY DISHES

• Specialty dishes, such as stuﬀ ed chops or steak rolls, stuﬀ ed cabbage leaves, stuﬀ ed peppers, or baked apples can be arranged in a single layer so they cook easily and serve attractively.

Visit the Crock-Pot® website at www.crockpot.com, for additional Hints and Tips, Questions and Answers, and Recipes.

Recipes

Classic Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker Dishes ................. 13

Signature Chili ..............................................................13

Beef Stew ......................................................................14

Pot Roast .......................................................................15

Barbecue Ribs ................................................................16

Pulled Pork ....................................................................17

Mom’s Brisket ................................................................18

Meatballs and Spaghetti Sauce ......................................19

Boston Baked Beans ......................................................20

Corned Beef and Cabbage .............................................21

Mulled Cider .................................................................21

Appetizers and Side Dishes .................................... 22

Honey Glazed Chicken Wings .....................................22

Refried Bean Dip with Blue Tortilla Chips ...................23

Cereal Snack Mix .........................................................23

Lemon and Tangerine Glazed Carrots ..........................24

Sweet Plantains and Squash ..........................................24

Old Fashioned Sauerkraut .............................................25

Gratin Potatoes with Asiago Cheese .............................25

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Main Dishes .......................................................... 26

Beef Bourguignon .........................................................26

Easy Swiss Steak ...........................................................27

Taco Pie .........................................................................28

Zucchini and Beef Casserole .........................................29

Hearty Meatball Stew ...................................................30

Szechwan Spicy Short Ribs ...........................................31

BBQ Turkey Legs ..........................................................32

Thai Chicken Coconut Curry .......................................33

Braised Italian Chicken with Tomatoes and Olives .......34

Chicken Saltimbocca Style ............................................35

Chicken and Ham Pie ...................................................36

E11

Braised Pork Shanks with Israeli Cous Cous

and Root Vegetable Stew ..........................................37

Stuffed Pork Chops .......................................................39

Knockwurst and Cabbage ..............................................40

Jambalaya .......................................................................40

Classic Crock-Pot® Slow Cooker Dishes

Signature Chili

Add corn, substitute turkey for ground beef, or omit meat as desired. For additional heat, add a couple of chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.

Soups and Chowders .............................................. 41

French Onion Soup .......................................................41

Lentil Soup with Ham and Bacon ................................42

Cheesy Tavern Soup ......................................................43

Roasted Corn and Red Pepper Chowder ......................44

Sweet Italian Sausage and Vegetable Soup ....................45

Beverages and Desserts .......................................... 46

Tropical Tea ...................................................................46

Spiced Coffee ................................................................47

Maine Blueberry Cake ..................................................48

Poached Autumn Fruits with Vanilla-Citrus Broth .......49

Christmas Plum Pudding ..............................................50

Olive oil 3 pounds hamburger 1 12-ounce can beef broth 1 teaspoon oregano 3 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 5 cloves garlic 2 12-ounce cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed 2 12-ounce cans of red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 5 dashes hot sauce 2 28-ounce cans crushed Italian tomatoes 1 12-ounce can of tomato paste 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 red pepper, diced 1 green pepper, seeded and diced 2 Serrano chili peppers, minced 1 long red pepper, diced

Optional Garnishes:

Shredded Cheddar cheese Chopped avocado Sour cream Chopped fresh cilantro

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1. Coat the bottom of the VersaWare™ stoneware with olive and place on the

stovetop set to medium heat. Crumble and brown meat. Drain fat.

2. Add all other ingredients to the stoneware with meat and set in slow cooker

heating base.

3. Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or on High for 2-4 hours.

4. Stir occasionally and mix well before serving. Garnish as desired.

Serves 6-8

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

E13

Beef Stew

Pot Roast

½ cup ﬂ our 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 4 pounds beef chuck, cubed Olive oil 2 onions, sliced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1 cup fresh parsley, minced 6 teaspoons minced garlic 4 bay leaves 2 cups red or white wine 1 cup beef broth

1. Mix the ﬂ our, salt, and pepper. Dredge beef in ﬂ our and coat the bottom of the

VersaWare™ stoneware with olive oil. Place stoneware on stovetop set to medium-low heat. Heat oil and sear beef on all sides (in two batches).

2. Add remaining ingredients in stoneware, cover; and place stoneware in slow

cooker heating base. Cook on Low for 4-6 hours or on High for 2-3 hours.

Serves 6-8

Spread the contents of a small jar of horseradish around the outside of the roast before placing in stoneware for a savory, aromatic twist on this classic.

¼ cup ﬂ our 2 teaspoons salt ⅛ teaspoon pepper 3½-4 pounds pot roast 3 carrots, sliced 3 potatoes, quartered 2 onions, sliced 1 stalk celery, sliced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 3 tablespoon ﬂ our ¼ cup water, beef broth or wine

1. Combine ¼ cup ﬂ our, salt, and pepper; coat meat.

2. Place all vegetables, except mushrooms, into VersaWare™ stoneware. Top with

the roast. Spread mushrooms over roast. Cover; place stoneware in slow cooker heating base and cook on Low for 10-12 hours or on High for 6-8 hours.

3. To thicken gravy, make a paste out of 3 tablespoons ﬂ our and water and stir into

liquid in the stoneware.

Serves 6-8

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Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

E15

Barbecue Ribs

Pulled Pork

BBQ Sauce:

Canola oil or vegetable oil 2 small red onions, ﬁ nely chopped 3-4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 1 lemon, juiced 1 cup brown sugar, packed ½ cup cider vinegar 1 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste ½ teaspoon chili powder

2 racks of baby back ribs, cut into 3-4 rib pieces

1. Coat the bottom of the VersaWare™ stoneware and place on stovetop set to

medium heat. Add garlic and onions and sauté until softened and lightly browned. Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer gently for about 5 minutes. Remove half the sauce to use for serving.

2. Transfer stoneware to slow cooker heating base. Add ribs to sauce, cover, and

cook on Low for 7-9 hours or on High for 4-6 hours.

3. To serve, cut ribs between bones and pass extra sauce.

Serves 6

Pulled pork can also be done with a large pork butt or pork shoulder (6-7 pounds). Simply cook the pork until tender, then remove and shred meat, removing any additional fat and bone from roast, and pour off and discard all drippings from the bottom of the stoneware. Place shredded pork back into stoneware and add your favorite bottled or homemade sauce and heat through.

2½ pounds pork loin, trimmed of any fat 1 14-ounce bottle of your favorite barbecue sauce 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 medium onion, chopped 8 hamburger buns or hard rolls

1. Place the pork roast in the VersaWare™ stoneware. Place stoneware in slow cooker

heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 10-12 hours or on High for 5-6 hours.

2. Remove the pork roast from the stoneware, and pull the meat into shredded

pieces. Pour out any liquid in the stoneware, and combine pork with the remaining ingredients in the stoneware. Cover and cook on High for 2 hours.

3. Serve the barbecued pulled pork on hamburger buns or hard rolls.

Serves 8

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Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

E17

Mom’s Brisket

Meatballs and Spaghetti Sauce

1 2-pound beef brisket, scored on both sides Olive oil 2 teaspoons paprika Water to cover meat 1½ cups ketchup 2 large onions, diced 2 tablespoons horseradish 4 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 teaspoons paprika Kosher salt and pepper to taste

1. Rub paprika over meat and place in VersaWare™ stoneware. Coat bottom of

stoneware with oil and place on stovetop set to medium heat. Sear meat on both sides.

2. Add enough water to cover the meat. Add ketchup, onions and horseradish.

Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 7-9 hours or on High for 3-5 hours, until meat is tender.

3. Cool meat and cut in diagonal thin slices. (At this point, meat can be refrigerated

overnight).

4. Sprinkle potatoes with paprika and add to stoneware. Place sliced meat on top

of potatoes and place stoneware in slow cooker heating base. Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or on High for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender.

Serves 4

Meatballs:

4 pounds ground beef 2 onions, chopped 2 cups bread crumbs ½ cup fresh Italian parsley, minced 4 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon dry mustard 4 eggs, beaten

Spaghetti Sauce:

1 28-ounce can peeled tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves of garlic or more to taste, ﬁ nely minced ½ cup chopped fresh basil 1 teaspoon sugar Salt and pepper

1. Combine meatball ingredients. Form into walnut sized balls. Place the meatballs

in the stoneware and set in an oven preheated to 350 ºF for 20 minutes (or meatballs can be seared in oil on the stovetop set to medium heat).

2. Combine all sauce ingredients and mix thoroughly. Pour over meatballs in

VersaWare™ stoneware. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 3-5 hours or on High for 2-4 hours.

3. Adjust seasonings and serve with cooked pasta.

Serves 8-10

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Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

E19

Boston Baked Beans

Corned Beef and Cabbage

Add chopped hot dogs to the beans for the traditional frank and beans favorite.

2 pounds dried small white beans 12 cups water 2 teaspoons salt 1 cup molasses 2 tablespoons dry mustard ½ cup dark brown sugar ½ cup chopped onions ¼ cup salt pork or thick sliced bacon, chopped into small pieces Olive oil

1. Soak beans in water in uncovered VersaWare™ stoneware overnight (or for a

minimum of 8 hours). After soaking, place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 3 hours. Drain liquid reserving 1 cup and set aside. Remove beans and set aside

2. Coat bottom of stoneware with olive oil and add salt pork or bacon; sauté on

stovetop set to medium heat for 5-10 minutes to render fat.

3. Add 1 cup liquid from beans (saved from soaking) and remaining ingredients

including reserved beans into the stoneware. Mix together on stovetop set to medium heat for 10 minutes until blended.

4. Remove from stovetop and place stoneware in slow cooker heating base. Cover

and cook on Low for 10-12 hours or on High for 6-8 hours.

Serves 8

12 new potatoes, quartered 4 carrots, sliced 4 pounds corned beef brisket 2 onions, sliced 3 bay leaves 8 black peppercorns Water to cover 1 head cabbage, wedged

1. Place potatoes and carrots in bottom of VersaWare™ stoneware. Add brisket,

onion, bay leaves and peppercorns.

2. Add enough water to cover. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover,

and cook on Low for 8-10 hours or on High for 4-5 hours. Add cabbage halfway through cooking.

Serves 6-8

Mulled Cider

1 gallon apple cider

cup brown sugar

15 whole cloves 10 whole allspice berries 5 whole cinnamon sticks

1. Combine all ingredients in the VersaWare™ stoneware.

2. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on High for 30

minutes and then turn to Low for up to 5 hours.  e longer the spices are left in, the stronger the “mulling”.

Serves 12-16

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MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

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Appetizers and Side Dishes

Honey Glazed Chicken Wings

Vegetable oil 3 pounds chicken wings, tips removed 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 cup honey ½ cup soy sauce 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons water

1. Coat bottom of VersaWare™ stoneware with oil. Place stoneware on stovetop

set to medium heat. Brown chicken wings on each side, about 1-2 minutes per side (in 2 batches if necessary). Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and continue browning until all chicken is browned. Place all the browned chicken back into the stoneware.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil,

and garlic. Whisk in the tomato paste, sugar, and water. Pour the honey sauce over the chicken. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.

Serves 6-8

Refried Bean Dip with Blue Tortilla Chips

½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 8 ounces taco sauce 6 8-ounce cans refried beans 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese ¾ cup scallions or green onions, chopped 2 12-ounce packages blue tortilla chips

1. In a bowl, combine salt, pepper, taco sauce, and refried beans. In VersaWare™

stoneware, start with Finish with cheese and top with scallions.

2. Place stoneware on slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low 2-4 hours.

Serve with blue tortilla chips for dipping.

Serves 10

bean mixture and layer, alternating beans and cheese.

Cereal Snack Mix

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons curry powder 5 cups rice squares cereal 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce 5 cups corn squares cereal 1 tablespoon sugar 1 cup tiny pretzels 1 tablespoon paprika 2 teaspoons ground cumin

teaspoon salt

cup lightly salted peanuts

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MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

1. Pour butter in VersaWare™ stoneware.

2. Stir in curry, soy, sugar, paprika, cumin, and salt. Stir in cereal, pretzels, and peanuts.

3. Place stoneware in the slow cooker heating base and cook uncovered on High for 45 minutes, stirring often to avoid sugar scorching.

4. Set to Low and cook uncovered for an additional 3-4 hours stirring often. Let cool and transfer to a large serving bowl.

Serves 20

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

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Lemon and Tangerine Glazed

Old Fashioned Sauerkraut

Carrots

6 cups sliced carrots 1½ cups apple juice ½ teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons lemon rind zest (grated) ¼ cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons tangerine rind zest (grated)

1. Combine all ingredients into VersaWare™ stoneware and mix to combine.

2. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 4-5

hours or on High for 1-3 hours.

Serves 10-12

Sweet Plantains and Squash

1 cup coconut oil 4 cups plantains or bananas or plantains (black skinned) cut into 2-inch chunks 6 cups your favorite squash, cut into 2-inch chunks ¼ cup sugar ½ cup brown sugar ¼ cup honey ½ cup melted butter ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup raisins (optional)

1. In VersaWare™ stoneware, heat coconut oil on stovetop set to medium heat and

sauté bananas or plantains (black skinned) until soft and golden brown. Remove from stovetop, drain oil, and add remaining ingredients.

2. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 6-8

hours or on High for 2-4 hours. Stir occasionally to baste plantains and squash with sauce.

Serves 8

8 slices bacon, chopped 2 pounds sauerkraut (canned) 1 large head cabbage (or 2 small heads) 2½ cups chopped onions ½ stick butter 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper

1. Sauté bacon until crisp in VersaWare™ stoneware on stovetop set to medium

heat. Remove bacon and set aside. Save fat renderings.

2. Return stoneware to slow cooker heating base and add sauerkraut, cabbage,

onions, butter, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour bacon and renderings over sauerkraut mixture. Cover and cook on Low for 4-5 hours or on High for 1-3 hours. Add your favorite bratwurst or knockwurst to this recipe to make an entire meal.

Serves 8-10

Gratin Potatoes with Asiago Cheese

10 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch slices 10 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 cup Asiago cheese, freshly grated 2 cups heavy cream Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1. Add bacon to VersaWare™ stoneware and place on stovetop set to medium

heat. Sauté bacon until crispy and remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel to drain.

2. Transfer the stoneware with the bacon fat to the heating base. Layer one-fourth

of the potatoes on the bottom of the stoneware. Sprinkle one-fourth of the bacon over the potatoes and top with one-fourth of the cheese. Salt and pepper to taste. Continue layering until all of the potatoes, bacon, and cheese are used. Pour the cream over all.

3. Cover and cook on Low for 7-9 hours or on High for 5-6 hours. Adjust the

seasonings to taste.

Serves 4-6

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MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

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Main Dishes

Beef Bourguignon

6 strips bacon, cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces 3 pounds beef rump, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced 1 medium onion, sliced 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons ﬂ our 1 10-ounce can condensed beef broth 2 cups red or Burgundy wine 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon whole thyme 1 whole bay leaf ½ pound small white onions, peeled 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced

1. Sauté bacon in VersaWare™ stoneware on stovetop over medium heat until crisp.

Remove bacon and set aside.

2. Add beef cubes to stoneware and brown well. Remove meat and set aside.

3. Brown carrot and onion in stoneware. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in ﬂ our,

add broth, and mix well.

4. Add beef and bacon back to stoneware, mix, and place in slow cooker heating

base.

5. Add wine, tomato paste, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, onions, and mushrooms. Cover;

cook on Low for 10-12 hours or on High for 5-6 hours.

Serves 6-8

Easy Swiss Steak

1 3-pound to 4-pound top round or ﬂ ank steak ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons ﬂ our 1 teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon pepper Olive oil 1 pound (16 ounces) cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup sliced yellow or white onion ¼ cup sliced celery 1 tablespoons steak sauce

1. Cut steak into 1-inch x 1-inch cubes. Mix

together. Toss the steak cubes in the ﬂ our mixture to coat.

2. Coat bottom of VersaWare™ stoneware with oil and heat on stovetop set to

medium heat. Sear steak on all sides. Remove from stovetop, drain and place stoneware in slow cooker heating base.

3. Add tomatoes onion, celery, and steak sauce. Cover and cook on Low for 6-8

hours or on High for 3-4 hours.

4. To thicken sauce, mix 2 tablespoons ﬂ our with

stoneware and mix well to thicken, and cook for and additional 15 minutes.

Serves 8

cup of ﬂ our, salt, and pepper

cup of water, then add to

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MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

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Taco Pie

Zucchini and Beef Casserole

Olive oil 3 pounds ground beef 6 tablespoons taco seasonings 4 8-ounce cans tomato sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper ¾ cup chopped onion ¼ cup sliced black olives, drained 24 corn tortillas 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1. Coat bottom of VersaWare™ stoneware with olive oil and place on stovetop set

to medium heat. Brown the ground beef with the taco seasonings. Drain oﬀ excess fat and place browned ground beef into a bowl.

2. In a separate bowl, combine tomato sauce, salt, pepper, onions, olives; mix into

beef. Line stoneware with parchment paper on all sides and bottom. Alternate layers of tortillas and meat until all ingredients are used up. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on Low for 6-7 hours or on High for 2-4 hours.

3. Remove lid, top with cheese, and bake in oven at 400 ºF for 15-20 minutes to

melt cheese. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes. Remove pie by lifting out parchment paper, and place pie on plate. Slice into wedges and serve.

Serves 6

Olive oil 2 pounds ground beef ½ cup onion, chopped 4 12-ounce jars tomato sauce (basil or marinara) 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic salt ½ teaspoon pepper 8 cups zucchini (sliced ¾-inch bias slices) ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 4 cups grated mozzarella cheese

1. Coat bottom of VersaWare™ stoneware with olive oil and place on stovetop set

to medium heat. Brown the ground beef with the onions. Drain and remove from stovetop.

2. In a separate bowl mix ground beef with tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese, Italian

seasonings, garlic salt, and pepper. In stoneware, alternate layers of zucchini and meat mixture. Place stoneware in slow cooker heating base, cover, and cook on

Low for 4-6 hours or on High for 1

3. When ready to serve, remove lid, top casserole with grated Mozzarella, and broil

in preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, until cheese is browned. Remove from oven and place in slow cooker heating base to serve.

Serves 8

-3 hours.

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MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

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Hearty Meatball Stew

Szechwan Spicy Short Ribs

3 pounds ground beef or ground turkey 1 cup Italian bread crumbs 4 eggs ½ cup milk ¼ cup grated Romano cheese 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons pepper 2 teaspoons garlic salt 12 ounces stewed tomatoes 12 ounces tomato paste 2 cups water 2 cups beef broth 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 cup carrots, chopped 1 cup onions, chopped ¼ cup celery, chopped

1. In a bowl, combine bread crumbs, eggs, milk, cheese, salt, pepper, garlic salt with

ground beef and form into 2-inch round balls.

2. In VersaWare™ stoneware, place carrots, onions, and celery on bottom; then add

meatballs. Bake in oven 45 minutes, uncovered at 350 ºF.

3. Remove from oven and place stoneware in slow cooker heating base. Add

remaining ingredients, cover and cook on Low for 4-6 hours or on High for 2-4 hours.

Serves 6-8

Olive oil or vegetable oil 3 pounds boneless beef chuck country style short ribs, cut into 1½-inch cubes 2 ¾-ounce hot and spicy Szechwan seasoning mix

cup soy sauce

cup frozen concentrated orange juice

Grated peel from 1 large orange + 2 oranges for garnish ¼ cup rice wine or dry sherry 2 tablespoons grated ginger 1½ tablespoons grated garlic 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 large red bell peppers, cut into small squares 1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces + more for garnish

1. Coat bottom of VersaWare™ stoneware with oil and place on stovetop set to

medium heat. Sear ribs on all sides (do in two batches if necessary). Remove ribs from stoneware and set aside.

2. Add all other ingredients to VersaWare™ stoneware except for sesame oil, bell

peppers, and scallions. Bring to a simmer on stovetop over medium-low heat. Transfer VersaWare™ stoneware to slow cooker heating base and add ribs back in.

3. Cover, and cook on High for about 5 hours, or until ribs are very tender. During

the last 2 hours of cooking, stir in the sesame oil, bell peppers, and scallions, and continue to cook on High for the remaining 2 hours.

4. If there is still a lot of liquid at the end of the cooking time, spoon ribs and

peppers onto a serving platter, and continue to cook, uncovered, until the sauce is reduced to a very thick sauce. Stir in ribs and peppers again and cook until heated through.

Serves 6

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MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

Note: when using an electric stovetop, the heat diﬀ user

MUST ALWAYS be used with the VersaWare™ stoneware.

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