Cuisinart PSC-350 3-1/2-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker
Technical Details
- Oval-shaped programmable slow cooker with 3-1/2-quart ceramic pot
- Touchpad control panel; 24-hour LCD countdown timer; 4 cooking modes
- Automatic keep-warm; glass lid; nonslip rubber feet; stay-cool handles for safety
- Dishwasher-safe pot and lid; instruction manual with recipes included
- Measures 14-1/4 by 16-1/2 by 11-3/4 inches; 3-year limited warranty
Product Description
Slow cooking is an art form. And the Cuisinart Programmable 3.5 Quart Slow Cooker perfects it using a precise, convenient 24 hour LCD countdown timer and four cooking modes including a Warm function when the time elapses. It's easy to make comfort foods or try out new gourmet creations-all in a convenient-sized ceramic pot that fits comfortably on any countertop.
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Customer Reviews
"A waste of good food." 2010-09-28
By
Mark D. Williams (Edmonds, WA United States)
When arrived, I was pleased with the 'look'.
The first dish I made (Beef stew) was not good. I thought perhaps it was a bad recipe. The second time I used it (Lamb shanks), the meat was not 'falling off the bone' as I had anticipated.I thought perhaps it was because I had lifted the lid 'to look'.
Yesterday, after spending a lot of money on 2 lbs of sirloin tip, onions, carrots, spices, red wine and sour cream, for a lovely beef stroganoff, I plopped it all in and set the timer on low (per directions) for NINE hours. I did not remove the lid once. Dinner for 4 was at 6PM.
I cooked some lovely egg noodles as I completed the sauce (sour cream, water, cornstarch) to pour over and put on high for 30 mins. Before pouring over, I picked out a piece of meat to 'test'. Aaaagh. It was still chewy. But I carried on. The timer counted down 30, 25, etc etc. At 7 minutes to go, I said to my husband 7 more minutes.... 10 minutes later, the time read seven more minutes again. It was BROKEN. I quickly emptied everything into a stew pot and tried to bring it to a boil quickly, to thicken the sauce. By which time of course, my noodles were getting cold and sticky.
What an embaeeassment to serve up. After nine and a half hours of slow cooking, the beef was still like leather. The carrots and onions had to be cut with a knife. And then the machine just quit. All this for $70 (with shipping).Next time, I shall buy from a local department store where I can return it by driving there. What a poor excuse for a slow-cooker this is. Especially with a name like Quisinart.
"A really-slow cooker--that's a GOOD thing" 2010-09-18
By
K. M. Fowler (Sacramento, CA USA)
At last, a slow cooker with settings that mean what they say. Other slow cookers I've had have overcooked just about everything, because their low and high settings amount to the same thing. This one has three options, simmer, low, and high, and those settings truly provide the range of heat they suggest.
I'm a single-person household, and this size is excellent for small roasts, stews, and soups that will provide some leftovers, but not an eternity of leftovers. The oval shape is a good fit for the food and the counter. All parts are easily cleaned. The lid fits well, another thing I can't say for previously owned slow cookers.
And if I've convinced you to buy this one, the price (on the day I'm writing this review) is lower than what I paid last month. Go for it!
"Great so far" 2010-09-01
By
reddog mom
Have only used it once cooking a brisket but it turned out great. Doesn't get too hot which seemed to be a problem with older models. I was worried after I ordered it that it might be too small, but size is perfect. Plenty of room to cook and not such a big clunker to store. Looks nice too.
"Great slow cooker!" 2010-08-15
By
Hoppaguy (San Diego)
I guess you would have to say that I am a novice slow cooker but I have made so many things in this slow cooker from spaghetti to ribs. I love how convenient it is to simply throw all the ingredients in the morning and when you come home at night, it is all done and ready to serve. I looked at some of the "higher end" models and had no idea what some of the features meant! If you want a basic slow cooker that works, this is the one for you!
"A slow cooker that really works!" 2010-08-08
By
P. C. Wood (San Jose, CA)
I read the reviews of many slow cookers ("crock pots") when I was buying this for my wife to replace our ancient "crock pot". I read about the lack of temperature control, the broken lid handles, the overcooked food, the noise, etc. I decided to buy a little higher end product, and the Cuisinart PSC-350 has not disappointed us. It has a very low "warm" setting, that can be set to keep the food warm after the cooking cycle - and it really works, not boiling or overcooking the food. The programmable settings are easy to use and very effective in preparing a wide variety of recipes. Plus, the slow cooker seems well made, does not leak steam or condensate, and looks nice too. Of course, the cermic pot comes out for cleaning, and the knob has not broken off (of course it might if it was dropped on the floor!). Very pleased with this purchase.
