
Slow cooking is one of the best (and easiest) ways to make a juicy, flavorful large batch of soup, stew, chili and more. The bella PRO 5-qt. Programmable Slow Cooker does just that with a generous capacity that serves up to 6, making it perfect for feeding a crowd. Plus, it’s programmable up to 24 hours, so you can plan ahead and let it do all the cooking for you. The stylish design is easy to take it with you to the Sunday tailgate or neighborhood potluck with the included clamps that lock the lid in place, ensuring that your meals are cooked safely and without spills while on the go.
Q: Is the lid plastic or glass?
A: Glass
Q: When the cook time is complete does it automatically switch to warm?
A: Yes. For 4 hours.
A: Yes
Q: Am I supposed to cook with the locks on or off?
A: Locks off. The locks are to carry without it spilling. As for as keeping warm, I left the locks off.
Q: Can you saute with this cooker?
A: Not really. Takes too long
Q: Does this Bella slow cooker get real hot on the outside?
A: It does get medium hot. I have several through the years. I have had some crock pots get super hot.
Q: is the stoneware insert safe to cook in on stove top ?
A: No! It cannot be used in microwave or stove. It is an electric small appliance. You would not put your toaster with a electric plugin in the microwave?