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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You all know you're not supposed to put frozen meat in a crockpot, right?  That is a basic food safety no-no.  Just because someone "does it all the time" doesn't make it safe, either.

I love my crock pot but I never put frozen meat in it.  [/quote]

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Meats:
Appropriate meat weights for specific size slow cookers (Example: 6 quart = 6 pounds meat) Cut meat to cook at same rate as vegetables. For frozen meats, add liquid, use pre-cubed meat, add additional time to ensure meat is defrosted, fully cooked and tender.

Meats:
Trim fats and wipe meats well to remove residue. (If meats contain fats, brown in a separate skillet or broiler and drain well before adding to cooker). Season with salt and pepper. Place meat in stoneware on top of vegetables.

Browning Meat:
Some people prefer the convenience of not pre-browning meat before adding to the slow cooker. Brown/Sear meats in a skillet, prior to adding to slow cooker. This will create greater depth of flavor to any dish as well as melt out fat that can be poured off before slow cooking. Pre-browning meat does create another layer of prep work.

[b]Frozen Meats:
You can cook frozen meat in a Crock-Pot® slow cooker but suggested cook time may need to be increased. To ensure meat is cooked through, use a meat thermometer. Meat should be well above 165°F to be tender.[/b]

Roasts:
Can be cooked without water when set on LOW. We recommend a small amount, however, because the gravies are especially tasty. The more fat or “marbling” the meat has, the less liquid you need. Liquid is needed to properly soften and cook vegetables.

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