Crock-Pot 4.5qt Slow Cooker Ponderosa Green: Ceramic Stoneware, 3 Settings, Stay-Cool Handles, Dishwasher-Safe Parts

A: Hi AC! We hope you are healthy and staying safe. Yes, we actually recommend that you brown the food on the stove first before slow-cooking.

A: Yes. This is recommended for most beef. It makes it taste sooooo much better.

A: Yes. The best way to prep beef for stew.

A: I don't think so. Suggest using a skillet

A: Best to use stove pan for searing BC you need to sear most meat to lock in flavor & juices. So, the ceramic insert is for "slow" cooking. Tip: They make slow cooking inserts to save cleaning!

A: Has crockpot fixed the not country temperature, after 4 hours it still not at a safe cooking temperature. Call Crockpot, they sent me an another one—/ still the same problem, that is all they would do for me. crockpot told me to throw it out. Brand new, I only tested it with water, failed. They have done revisions on this protect , stop selling broken item . Not safe , you can get food poisoning, why tell everyone to brown /cook their meat first, — because it doesn’t work. Why is Target still selling this, I called corp

A: How big of a roast does it hold

A: Definitely! Will keep warm until ready to eat!

A: This is a round crock pot the width and depth are different because the WIDTH INCLUDES THE HANDLES... luv this lil crockpot.

A: Hello! Thanks for reaching out to us! We will be more than happy to answer your question! Yes, this CrockPot CPSCRM45-B-122 unit is round. If you have any more questions, please reach out to us via our official CrockPot "Contact Us" website or through LiveChat. We’re available Mon.-Fri. 9am -5pm Eastern Time. Thank you and please stay safe! CrockPot Consumer Care

A: The width and depth specifications for this crock-pot are different -- so, it is an oval. (Not sure why they answered you that it is round!)

A: Not automatic. Must switch manually.

A: Does this crockpot switch from low/high to warm after a certain amount of time? Or does it have to be manually switched?

A: No. Neither the pot nor inner liner are stove top safe.

A: No. You will need to brown in a skillet before putting it into the liner pot.

A: No, you can not use it on the stove top.

A: Hello!Thanks for your question! The stoneware pot in most Crockpot slow cookers is designed specifically for slow cooking and isn't safe for stovetop use. Exposing it to direct heat on the stove can cause it to crack.For further assistance, please contact us through email, phone or the contact form available on our website. Thank you, and please stay safe! CrockPot Team

A: I am not sure about stoneware but I have always found the crock pot liners easy to clean.

A: Great. If you have to soak it first just make sure you don't use Hot water if the ceramic pot cooled down too much. Just use room temp water.

A: Hello. Thank you for reaching out to us. Please be informed that all our stoneware products are coated with a ceramic glaze made from a silicate blend of quartz, feldspar, and clay. The glaze is covered over the pot, fired at high temperature to melt the glaze and then cooled down. The glaze liquid is then turned into coating the same as glass film on the surface of the pot which makes cleaning easy, and ensures a smooth, polished surface for long-lasting use. We hope this information proves helpful. If you have any further questions, you can reach out to us directly via our official CrockPot website's "Contact us" page or through LiveChat. We’re available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern Time. We will be glad to help you. Thank you! CrockPot Consumer Care.

A: Crock-Pot has dramatically increased the temperature of the heating element from what it was years ago, presumably due to worries about food-borne illness. It is very difficult to cook properly with modern slow cookers. I would recommend you scour garage sales for older models, which cook much more reliably.

A: All my Crockpots over the past 5-10 yr have overheated, no matter what the setting. Last time I did 2 roasts, should have taken 8 hr on low. At 5 hr, it was actually boiling, and the meat was overdone

A: Thank you so much for your question. We’re sorry to hear about what happened to your food. To avoid over- or under-cooking, always fill the stoneware ½ to ¾ full to conform to recommended cook times with the exception of certain cakes and custards, and as guided in our slow cooker recipes. For further assistance, please contact us at 1-800-323-9519. Our Consumer Care Team is open from 9 am to 5 pm EST Monday to Friday. You can also shoot us an email or contact us through chat by visiting our website. Thank you so much and have a nice day.

A: I would cook beans on low. Actually am cooking most everything on low. Usually overnight.

A: Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us. You can cook beans using your Crock-Pot Slow Cooker for about 8 to 10 hours. Happy cooking!

A: Hello! Thank you for your question regarding the Crock-Pot 4.5qt Slow Cooker. This model is designed with four feet on the base to provide stability and prevent wobbling during use. Unlike some larger oval models that feature only three feet, the four-point support on this unit helps ensure it sits securely on your countertop and minimizes tipping hazards. We hope this gives you peace of mind about the product’s safety and design. Please let us know if you have any further questions—we’re always happy to assist. If you require our assistance, please contact us via our official website or messenger and we will be happy to assist further. Thank you! Crock-Pot Consumer Care Team.

A: I just purchased the silver 4.5qt round crockkpot based on this question stating it has four feet. It does not have four-point support, only three. I'm very disappointed.

A: I wouldn't put it on the stove. Suggest using a skillet

A: Hello there MyQuess! Thanks for reaching out to us. We will be more than happy to answer your question! The unit is oven-safemicrowave-safe but cannot be used on the stove. I hope this helps. For further assistance, please reach out to us via https://www.crock-pot.com/support/contact-us or through LiveChat. We’re available Mon.-Fri. 9 am -5 pm Eastern Time.

A: Look at the knob to verify the setting. I cook most of my food on low and never turn the knob off.

A: Hello, this is Collins from Crockpot! Thanks for reaching out to us. We will be more than happy to answer your question! There is no power indicator light on the Crock-Pot 4.5qt Manual Slow Cooker. To start using it, plug in the slow cooker and select the temperature setting from the three setting options. I hope this helps. Thank you and please stay safe! Crockpot consumer Care

A: Nope, this crock pot is manual. You will have to turn it on & off manually.

A: Hey there, Deedee! Thanks for reaching out to us. We will be more than happy to answer your question. This manual slow cooker does not have a timer and cannot be set to turn off automatically. Once you turn the slow cooker on, it stays on until you shut it off. This product is manually operated with a control knob and must be manually switched to Warm or Off when cooking is completed. We hope this information helps. Thank you and have a nice day!