DCB vs Crock Pot: Converting Recipes and Experimenting

[babywings76]

Do you think most crock pot recipes can be made in the DCB? Microwave? Oven? How do you think the times can convert? Has anyone experimented with their favorite crock pot recipe and see if it turns out in the DCB?

 

[pcchefjane]

I'd like to know that as well! I am selling the DCB as the "new crockpot"!

 

[JAE]

I use my DCB in the microwave more than in the oven. I think I've only used it in the oven once. But many things can be cooked in the oven on a low temperature for long hours. I wouldn't plan to cook something for 6 hours, though, which is what I plan for when using my crockpot.

 

[babywings76]

See, I was thinking that maybe you can put the same things in it just like your crockpot, and maybe it'll give you the same results in flavor and tenderness, and it'll be faster than the crockpot. Cause there are so many times that I want to make something in the crockpot, but life happens and it's noon and now too late to get it going. That's why I was thinking I could say the DCB is the new crockpot...only better for busy people (or forgetful people like me!) But I haven't tried it enough to see.

 

[gailz2]

Make sure you do try the 30-min chicken in the microwave along with the 10 -min tenderloin -- they really are fabulous.

 

[JAE]

I heard someone mention this the other night at the National Meeting. It didn't make sense to me, but the way you describe it makes sense. Just experiment. I think anything would work great. Let me know what you end up trying. I'm usually so last minute that the microwave works best for me.

 

[pamperedharriet]

I too use my microwave more than my oven these days.

 

[rlombas]

Hi there! As a Pampered Chef consultant, I have a lot of experience with our Deep Covered Baker (DCB) and crock pots. In my opinion, most crock pot recipes can definitely be made in the DCB, and even in the microwave and oven as well. The key is adjusting the cooking times and temperatures. For example, a recipe that calls for 8 hours on low in a crock pot might only need 1-2 hours in the DCB. It's all about experimenting and finding what works best for each recipe. I have personally tried converting my favorite crock pot recipes to the DCB and have had great success. The food comes out just as tender and flavorful, if not more so, in the DCB. So don't be afraid to give it a try and see how it turns out for you! Happy cooking!