All-Clad 99009 Polished Stainless Steel Slow Cooker with Black Ceramic Insert, 6.5-Quart, Silver

I work almost everyday (including Sundays) so this pot has been my life saver (or the dinner saver). My older one was 5qt. cool touch Rival. This All-Clad cooker cooks so much faster than my older one (the inside temperature of All-clad gets 230F in high setting). Ribs and 5 pound chicken done in 4 hours in high. If you want crispy chicken skin, let it cook for 6 hours. I highly recommend this product.

By the way I put small roasting rack when I roast chicken or ribs so that they don't stew in the dripping. Save the dripping broth. Put it in the fridge overnight, and get rid of the fat. And use it in your soup or stew, of course, this cooker can do that job just fine as well.

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Updated Review: 4/17/2008

I've been using this slow cooker at least twice a week. Time to time I would hear "pop" sound either in the middle or toward the end of the cooking time. I couldn't figure out what was making this sound. One day my husband found cracks on the ceramic insert. They were fine cracks, but the cracks were in inside and outside. I contacted All-Clad. The service rep. told me to send a picture of the cracks. So I did. For several weeks I didn't hear anything from them. So I contacted them again. Apparently they didn't get my email with the pictures. So I sent them again. The next day I got a phone call from All-Clad that they would send me a new insert. It arrived a couple of days ago. I made a most wonderful chicken soup with leftover rottisserie chicken yesterday. I'm starting my love affair with this slow cooker again.

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Update Review: 11/9/2009

I wish I could say that my slow cooker insert is still going strong. Unfortunately it isn't. I really tried to use them (I have gone through 3 inserts) as much as I could - until I could see the leak. I thought of getting a metal insert. However, it costs $200 NOT including shipping and handling. So I got the most modest Rival Slow Cooker: a 7-qt. with a turn dial. I've had it for 7 months. So far no cracks. It boils water quicker than All-Clad even in the low setting, but still no cracks. I had talked to an All-Clad rep about a possible defect in the ceramic insert, but she didn't seem to believe that theory. I wish I could change the rating to 2-star. It could have been 1-star, but I liked All-Clad's customer services.

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Additional Comment: FYI the 2nd insert cracked within 2 hours in the high setting and the 3rd insert cracked in the low setting. After that I began to think maybe the inserts were defective. I did not abuse them. I only used as directed: high or low and went through the dishwasher. I'm using my humble and simple Rival cooker in the same way, and so far no cracks. I thought of getting the metal insert for the All-Clad Slow Cooker, but it was too expensive: $200 for the insert, over $50 for the metal lid (required for the metal insert) and $70 shipping and handling. Besides the reviews were not good for their non-stick metal insert. I'm very happy with my humble Rival 7 qt. Slow Cooker.

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Update: 6/10/2010

My humble 7-qt Rival slow cooker is still going strong. I've been using it every week, and still no cracks so far. I have made roasts, soups, stews, and casseroles. I haven't made dessert yet. I've seen Sandra Lee "baking" dessert in her white slow cooker. I can't remember if it was Rival or not. But I'll try someday.

All-Clad 99009 6.5-Quart Ceramic Slow Cooker

With a 26-hour programmable timer and quality construction, the All-Clad Ceramic Slow Cooker lets you prepare home-cooked meals on any schedule. This 6.5-quart capacity slow cooker features a sturdy polished stainless steel body with a removable black ceramic insert and glass lid. Warm, low, and high temperature settings offer flexible cooking times. And with a dishwasher-safe insert and lid, this slow cooker is easy to clean and maintain.

Features a sturdy polished stainless steel body with a removable black ceramic insert and glass.

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Prepare meals up to 26 hours ahead of your serving time with this slow cooker's programmable timer.

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Durable Stainless Steel Body

With a sturdy polished stainless steel body, this oval-shaped slow cooker will be a long-lasting addition to your kitchen. Riveted stainless steel handles provide safe transport and easy handling, and non-slip feet keep the cooker steady on the countertop. It measures 18 by 9-1/4 by 12-1/4 inches (H x W x D).

Ceramic Insert for Even Cooking

This slow cooker's black ceramic insert disperses gentle, uniform heat, and the glass lid lets you easily monitor your dish as it cooks. The insert's 6.5-quart capacity is ideal for large meals and big households. Cook richly flavored soups, stews, chilies, and braised meats with less work and easier clean up.

26-Hour Programmable Timer for Busy Schedules

Prepare meals up to 26 hours ahead of your serving time with this slow cooker's programmable timer. The easy-to-use control panel features high, low, and warm temperature settings. The slow cooker automatically switches to warm when the cooking cycle is complete.

Easy to Clean with Dishwasher-Safe Parts

This slow cooker makes meals and cleanup easy. The removable ceramic insert and tempered glass lid are dishwasher safe.

The glass lid and ceramic insert are both dishwasher safe. 

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What's in the Box

Slow cooker with removable ceramic insert and glass lid, instruction manual, and warranty information.

Ceramic Slow Cooker At A Glance:

Durable stainless steel body and ceramic insert

6.5-quart capacity for soups and stews

26-hour programmable timer

Versatile warm, low, and high temperature settings

Tempered glass lid and insert are dishwasher safe

• Enter your model number above to make sure this fits.
• Oval-shaped 6-1/2-quart slow cooker with integrated control panel
• 26-hour programmable timer; 3 temperature settings; glass lid
• Black ceramic inner pot; riveted stainless-steel handles for safe transport
• Stainless-steel housing; dishwasher-safe parts; recipe booklet included
• Measures 19-7/8 by 14 by 11-3/8 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Hamilton Beach 33265 6-Quart Programmable Cool-Surround Slow Cooker

For over 30 years I've used a round, crock pot. It cooks well, but I never liked roasting whole chickens vertically. I decided to look for an oval crockpot, and after searching, I chose this HB model because like to brown meats before cooking them, and, since this model allows you to brown meats on the stove, in the same pot, it was great for my needs. Another plus is that the outside of the unit stays cool while cooking which is important to me because I have grandchildren that love to help me in the kitchen. Programming the cooker is super easy. Choose the low or high temp and choose how long you want it to cook. It works great for my needs.

Hamilton Beach 6 Quart Insulated Programmable Slow Cooker - 33265

Everyone hates the dreaded question, “What’s for dinner?” Slow cookers solve this dilemma that every family faces on weeknights. With a slow cooker in your cooking arsenal, coming home to a hot, table-ready dinner is as simple as adding ingredients in the morning.

A slow cooker brings a “no-watch” convenience to preparing meals, but many worry about the hot exteriors when picking up the appliance. The Insulated Programmable Slow Cooker has this problem solved. Its base is insulated to help keep most of the heat on the inside, where it’s needed most. Along with its cool design, the Insulated Programmable Slow Cooker is equipped with a nonstick removable pan that goes on the stovetop for easy browning. More lightweight than traditional stoneware, the aluminum insert pan offers cooks the benefit of fast, even heating on the stovetop and eliminates the need to clean a second pan afterwards.

Not only is the Insulated Programmable Slow Cooker full of smart ideas to make life easier, it was also designed with simple programmability in mind. An intuitive control panel makes setting the time and temperature a simple matter of pressing a few buttons, and the cooker’s even heating performance ensures that meals come out the way you want them to: tender and delicious.

PRODUCT FEATURE BENEFITS

Insulated base has cooler sides than the leading competitor

Cool-touch base handles

Nonstick pan removes for easy browning and searing on the stovetop

6 quart aluminum insert pan fits a 6 lb. chicken or a 4 lb. roast

Reduced energy consumption; our most energy-efficient slow cooker

Simple programmability with +/- buttons for temperature and large, easy-to-read heat buttons for OFF, HIGH, LOW & WARM

The glass lid is dishwasher safe and the insert pan is nonstick so baked-on foods are wiped away easily

Wraparound, even heat cooks food evenly and consistently

Questions are supported by a toll-free call center located in the U.S.

Backed with a one-year warranty

PRODUCT USES AND DETAILS

Simple Programmability

The Insulated Programmable Slow Cooker has simple buttons for selecting the cooking time and temperature and either one can be adjusted anytime, even after you start cooking. During the cooking cycle, the countdown display on the control panel shows the remaining time so you can see it at a glance. When the cooking time is up, the slow cooker automatically switches to WARM. If you forget to turn the slow cooker OFF for any reason, the unit will automatically shut off after 14 hours of total cooking time.

Stovetop Searing

Many recipes recommend browning or searing meat prior to slow cooking. While this step is not required, it can enhance the meal’s flavor. To make browning easy, the Insulated Programmable Slow Cooker has a removable, stovetop-safe pan. This insert pan is made of nonstick aluminum, so it heats quickly and evenly and is perfect for browning. When you brown or sear food, the delicious flavor you start on your stovetop will improve the taste of your finished meal.

Designed by Consumers, For Consumers

At Hamilton Beach, every appliance has to perform well for consumers before it ever makes it onto the shelf. As we design products, we seek out honest feedback and opinions from a variety of sources. Now that’s Good Thinking.®

Our research revealed that consumers are frustrated with hot surface temperatures on slow cookers. With that in mind, we developed a plastic body with handles that are fully integrated into the design. As a result, the aluminum pan is nestled entirely inside the insulated housing as food cooks, so the sides and the handles remain cooler to the touch.

We also identified several innovation opportunities for the slow cooker’s inside. Traditional crocks are heavy and are not stovetop safe. Since many slow cooker recipes call for browning on the stovetop, people need a separate pan to cook with — and clean. To avoid that inconvenience, the Insulated Programmable Slow Cooker is equipped with a lighter, stovetop-safe aluminum pan with nonstick performance.

SLOW COOKER TIPS

For those new to the slow cooking method, there are a few things you should know. First, how high you fill the crock (also called the insert pan, stoneware, cookware or vessel) is important. To prevent overcooking, the crock should be filled anywhere from half full up to no more than one inch from the rim. Leave more room when cooking with liquid. When cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch (5 cm) space between the top of the crock and the food so the recipe can come to a simmer.

Secondly, lifting the lid during cooking will cause the crock to lose heat and it will take longer for your meal to cook. Unless your recipe specifically calls for stirring, resist lifting the lid. Last but not least, if you want to store leftovers after cooking, do NOT place the entire crock in the refrigerator. Contents will take too long to cool. Instead, divide leftovers into smaller containers and then place in the refrigerator.

Cooking Meat

A slow cooker is great for foods that are not naturally tender, like meat. Similar to braising, slow cookers tenderize meat slowly as it cooks. Cuts such as chuck roast, pork butt, short ribs or chicken thigh produce great results. These are the least-expensive cuts but also the most flavorful. If fat is an issue, refrigerate the contents after cooking and skim off the extra fat before serving. Note: you must thaw frozen meat and poultry before adding it to the slow cooker.

Cooking Side Dishes or Dessert

Main courses, soups and "one-pot" meals are not the only things that slow cookers are great for preparing. They are also perfect for making side dishes and dessert, especially when your main oven is full. Check out the recipes found at www.HamiltonBeach.com that were developed and tested by the culinary experts in the Hamilton Beach Test Kitchen.

How to Adapt Recipes

You can convert your favorite recipes to slow cooker recipes if you learn these important differences first:

Liquids do not evaporate in a slow cooker. So unless you are cooking rice, pasta, or beans, reduce amount of liquid to 1/2 of the amount called for in your recipe.

Fresh vegetables produce more desirable results than canned and frozen vegetables. Canned and frozen vegetables take less time to cook and can produce overcooked dishes.

Potatoes, carrots, onions and garlic should be washed and cut in uniform pieces, then placed in the bottom of the crock.

Ground beef should be browned and drained before slow cooking to remove grease.

Tender foods such as pasta, asparagus and snow peas should be added in the last hour of cooking.

Dairy products such as cheese, milk, and sour cream should be added in the last half hour of cooking.

Seafood such as shrimp, scallops, and fish should be added in the last 15-30 minutes of cooking.

Time Conversion Chart

Fill your slow cooker at least 2/3 full and use this chart to adapt your recipes:

Conventional Recipe Time

All-Clad 99009 Polished Stainless Steel Slow Cooker with Black Ceramic Insert, 6.5-Quart, Silver

I work almost everyday (including Sundays) so this pot has been my life saver (or the dinner saver). My older one was 5qt. cool touch Rival. This All-Clad cooker cooks so much faster than my older one (the inside temperature of All-clad gets 230F in high setting). Ribs and 5 pound chicken done in 4 hours in high. If you want crispy chicken skin, let it cook for 6 hours. I highly recommend this product.

By the way I put small roasting rack when I roast chicken or ribs so that they don't stew in the dripping. Save the dripping broth. Put it in the fridge overnight, and get rid of the fat. And use it in your soup or stew, of course, this cooker can do that job just fine as well.

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Updated Review: 4/17/2008

I've been using this slow cooker at least twice a week. Time to time I would hear "pop" sound either in the middle or toward the end of the cooking time. I couldn't figure out what was making this sound. One day my husband found cracks on the ceramic insert. They were fine cracks, but the cracks were in inside and outside. I contacted All-Clad. The service rep. told me to send a picture of the cracks. So I did. For several weeks I didn't hear anything from them. So I contacted them again. Apparently they didn't get my email with the pictures. So I sent them again. The next day I got a phone call from All-Clad that they would send me a new insert. It arrived a couple of days ago. I made a most wonderful chicken soup with leftover rottisserie chicken yesterday. I'm starting my love affair with this slow cooker again.

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Update Review: 11/9/2009

I wish I could say that my slow cooker insert is still going strong. Unfortunately it isn't. I really tried to use them (I have gone through 3 inserts) as much as I could - until I could see the leak. I thought of getting a metal insert. However, it costs $200 NOT including shipping and handling. So I got the most modest Rival Slow Cooker: a 7-qt. with a turn dial. I've had it for 7 months. So far no cracks. It boils water quicker than All-Clad even in the low setting, but still no cracks. I had talked to an All-Clad rep about a possible defect in the ceramic insert, but she didn't seem to believe that theory. I wish I could change the rating to 2-star. It could have been 1-star, but I liked All-Clad's customer services.

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Additional Comment: FYI the 2nd insert cracked within 2 hours in the high setting and the 3rd insert cracked in the low setting. After that I began to think maybe the inserts were defective. I did not abuse them. I only used as directed: high or low and went through the dishwasher. I'm using my humble and simple Rival cooker in the same way, and so far no cracks. I thought of getting the metal insert for the All-Clad Slow Cooker, but it was too expensive: $200 for the insert, over $50 for the metal lid (required for the metal insert) and $70 shipping and handling. Besides the reviews were not good for their non-stick metal insert. I'm very happy with my humble Rival 7 qt. Slow Cooker.

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Update: 6/10/2010

My humble 7-qt Rival slow cooker is still going strong. I've been using it every week, and still no cracks so far. I have made roasts, soups, stews, and casseroles. I haven't made dessert yet. I've seen Sandra Lee "baking" dessert in her white slow cooker. I can't remember if it was Rival or not. But I'll try someday.

All-Clad 99009 6.5-Quart Ceramic Slow Cooker

With a 26-hour programmable timer and quality construction, the All-Clad Ceramic Slow Cooker lets you prepare home-cooked meals on any schedule. This 6.5-quart capacity slow cooker features a sturdy polished stainless steel body with a removable black ceramic insert and glass lid. Warm, low, and high temperature settings offer flexible cooking times. And with a dishwasher-safe insert and lid, this slow cooker is easy to clean and maintain.

Features a sturdy polished stainless steel body with a removable black ceramic insert and glass.

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Prepare meals up to 26 hours ahead of your serving time with this slow cooker's programmable timer.

View larger

Durable Stainless Steel Body

With a sturdy polished stainless steel body, this oval-shaped slow cooker will be a long-lasting addition to your kitchen. Riveted stainless steel handles provide safe transport and easy handling, and non-slip feet keep the cooker steady on the countertop. It measures 18 by 9-1/4 by 12-1/4 inches (H x W x D).

Ceramic Insert for Even Cooking

This slow cooker's black ceramic insert disperses gentle, uniform heat, and the glass lid lets you easily monitor your dish as it cooks. The insert's 6.5-quart capacity is ideal for large meals and big households. Cook richly flavored soups, stews, chilies, and braised meats with less work and easier clean up.

26-Hour Programmable Timer for Busy Schedules

Prepare meals up to 26 hours ahead of your serving time with this slow cooker's programmable timer. The easy-to-use control panel features high, low, and warm temperature settings. The slow cooker automatically switches to warm when the cooking cycle is complete.

Easy to Clean with Dishwasher-Safe Parts

This slow cooker makes meals and cleanup easy. The removable ceramic insert and tempered glass lid are dishwasher safe.

The glass lid and ceramic insert are both dishwasher safe. 

View larger

What's in the Box

Slow cooker with removable ceramic insert and glass lid, instruction manual, and warranty information.

Ceramic Slow Cooker At A Glance:

Durable stainless steel body and ceramic insert

6.5-quart capacity for soups and stews

26-hour programmable timer

Versatile warm, low, and high temperature settings

Tempered glass lid and insert are dishwasher safe

• Enter your model number above to make sure this fits.
• Oval-shaped 6-1/2-quart slow cooker with integrated control panel
• 26-hour programmable timer; 3 temperature settings; glass lid
• Black ceramic inner pot; riveted stainless-steel handles for safe transport
• Stainless-steel housing; dishwasher-safe parts; recipe booklet included
• Measures 19-7/8 by 14 by 11-3/8 inches; 1-year limited warranty

All-Clad 99009 Polished Stainless Steel Slow Cooker with Black Ceramic Insert, 6.5-Quart, Silver

I work almost everyday (including Sundays) so this pot has been my life saver (or the dinner saver). My older one was 5qt. cool touch Rival. This All-Clad cooker cooks so much faster than my older one (the inside temperature of All-clad gets 230F in high setting). Ribs and 5 pound chicken done in 4 hours in high. If you want crispy chicken skin, let it cook for 6 hours. I highly recommend this product.

By the way I put small roasting rack when I roast chicken or ribs so that they don't stew in the dripping. Save the dripping broth. Put it in the fridge overnight, and get rid of the fat. And use it in your soup or stew, of course, this cooker can do that job just fine as well.

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Updated Review: 4/17/2008

I've been using this slow cooker at least twice a week. Time to time I would hear "pop" sound either in the middle or toward the end of the cooking time. I couldn't figure out what was making this sound. One day my husband found cracks on the ceramic insert. They were fine cracks, but the cracks were in inside and outside. I contacted All-Clad. The service rep. told me to send a picture of the cracks. So I did. For several weeks I didn't hear anything from them. So I contacted them again. Apparently they didn't get my email with the pictures. So I sent them again. The next day I got a phone call from All-Clad that they would send me a new insert. It arrived a couple of days ago. I made a most wonderful chicken soup with leftover rottisserie chicken yesterday. I'm starting my love affair with this slow cooker again.

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Update Review: 11/9/2009

I wish I could say that my slow cooker insert is still going strong. Unfortunately it isn't. I really tried to use them (I have gone through 3 inserts) as much as I could - until I could see the leak. I thought of getting a metal insert. However, it costs $200 NOT including shipping and handling. So I got the most modest Rival Slow Cooker: a 7-qt. with a turn dial. I've had it for 7 months. So far no cracks. It boils water quicker than All-Clad even in the low setting, but still no cracks. I had talked to an All-Clad rep about a possible defect in the ceramic insert, but she didn't seem to believe that theory. I wish I could change the rating to 2-star. It could have been 1-star, but I liked All-Clad's customer services.

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Additional Comment: FYI the 2nd insert cracked within 2 hours in the high setting and the 3rd insert cracked in the low setting. After that I began to think maybe the inserts were defective. I did not abuse them. I only used as directed: high or low and went through the dishwasher. I'm using my humble and simple Rival cooker in the same way, and so far no cracks. I thought of getting the metal insert for the All-Clad Slow Cooker, but it was too expensive: $200 for the insert, over $50 for the metal lid (required for the metal insert) and $70 shipping and handling. Besides the reviews were not good for their non-stick metal insert. I'm very happy with my humble Rival 7 qt. Slow Cooker.

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Update: 6/10/2010

My humble 7-qt Rival slow cooker is still going strong. I've been using it every week, and still no cracks so far. I have made roasts, soups, stews, and casseroles. I haven't made dessert yet. I've seen Sandra Lee "baking" dessert in her white slow cooker. I can't remember if it was Rival or not. But I'll try someday.

All-Clad 99009 6.5-Quart Ceramic Slow Cooker

With a 26-hour programmable timer and quality construction, the All-Clad Ceramic Slow Cooker lets you prepare home-cooked meals on any schedule. This 6.5-quart capacity slow cooker features a sturdy polished stainless steel body with a removable black ceramic insert and glass lid. Warm, low, and high temperature settings offer flexible cooking times. And with a dishwasher-safe insert and lid, this slow cooker is easy to clean and maintain.

Features a sturdy polished stainless steel body with a removable black ceramic insert and glass.

View larger

Prepare meals up to 26 hours ahead of your serving time with this slow cooker's programmable timer.

View larger

Durable Stainless Steel Body

With a sturdy polished stainless steel body, this oval-shaped slow cooker will be a long-lasting addition to your kitchen. Riveted stainless steel handles provide safe transport and easy handling, and non-slip feet keep the cooker steady on the countertop. It measures 18 by 9-1/4 by 12-1/4 inches (H x W x D).

Ceramic Insert for Even Cooking

This slow cooker's black ceramic insert disperses gentle, uniform heat, and the glass lid lets you easily monitor your dish as it cooks. The insert's 6.5-quart capacity is ideal for large meals and big households. Cook richly flavored soups, stews, chilies, and braised meats with less work and easier clean up.

26-Hour Programmable Timer for Busy Schedules

Prepare meals up to 26 hours ahead of your serving time with this slow cooker's programmable timer. The easy-to-use control panel features high, low, and warm temperature settings. The slow cooker automatically switches to warm when the cooking cycle is complete.

Easy to Clean with Dishwasher-Safe Parts

This slow cooker makes meals and cleanup easy. The removable ceramic insert and tempered glass lid are dishwasher safe.

The glass lid and ceramic insert are both dishwasher safe. 

View larger

What's in the Box

Slow cooker with removable ceramic insert and glass lid, instruction manual, and warranty information.

Ceramic Slow Cooker At A Glance:

Durable stainless steel body and ceramic insert

6.5-quart capacity for soups and stews

26-hour programmable timer

Versatile warm, low, and high temperature settings

Tempered glass lid and insert are dishwasher safe

• Enter your model number above to make sure this fits.
• Oval-shaped 6-1/2-quart slow cooker with integrated control panel
• 26-hour programmable timer; 3 temperature settings; glass lid
• Black ceramic inner pot; riveted stainless-steel handles for safe transport
• Stainless-steel housing; dishwasher-safe parts; recipe booklet included
• Measures 19-7/8 by 14 by 11-3/8 inches; 1-year limited warranty