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- What are some tips for cooking with a slow cooker

Sure! Here are eight tips for cooking with a slow cooker:

**Prep Ahead**: Chop your veggies and prep your ingredients the night before. Just toss everything in the slow cooker in the morning, and you’re good to go!

**Don’t Overfill**: Fill your slow cooker about halfway to two-thirds full. Overfilling can lead to uneven cooking, and you don’t want a messy kitchen!

**Layer Wisely**: Put root veggies at the bottom since they take longer to cook. Meat goes on top to keep it moist and tender.

**Brown It First**: If you have the time, sear your meat before adding it to the slow cooker. It adds a ton of flavor!

**Use Less Liquid**: Slow cookers trap steam, so you usually need less liquid than a regular recipe calls for. Start with half and adjust as needed.

**Don’t Peek**: Every time you lift the lid, you lose heat and extend cooking time. So resist the urge to check on it too often!

**Add Dairy Last**: If your recipe calls for dairy, like cream or cheese, add it in the last 30 minutes of cooking to prevent curdling.