Collection: Slow Cookers

Slow cookers are a simple, convenient way to prepare hearty meals with minimal effort. Ideal for soups, stews, casseroles, curries, chilli, pulled meats and batch cooking, they use gentle heat over a longer cooking period to help develop flavour while keeping food tender.

Blackmoor slow cookers are available in a range of sizes to suit different households, from compact 1.5L models to larger 3.5L and 5L slow cookers. Many models include removable cooking pots, glass lids and multiple heat settings, making them easy to use for everyday meals, family cooking and entertaining.

What size slow cooker do I need?

Choosing the right slow cooker size depends on how many people you usually cook for and whether you like to batch cook.

A 1.5L slow cooker is a good choice for one or two people, smaller portions, side dishes or dips. It is compact, easy to store and well suited to smaller kitchens.

A 3.5L slow cooker is a versatile everyday option for couples and smaller families. It offers enough capacity for dishes such as curries, casseroles, soups and stews without taking up too much worktop space.

A 5L slow cooker is better suited to larger households, family meals and batch cooking. The additional capacity makes it easier to prepare larger portions that can be served immediately or stored for later.

1.5L slow cookers

Compact 1.5L slow cookers are ideal when you do not need to prepare large quantities of food. They work particularly well for smaller households, individual meals, side dishes and recipes where a large cooking pot would be unnecessary.

Their smaller footprint also makes them useful for kitchens where storage and worktop space are limited.

3.5L slow cookers

A 3.5L slow cooker offers a useful balance between capacity and practicality. It is large enough for many family-style recipes while remaining compact enough for regular everyday use.

This size is suitable for dishes such as beef stew, chicken curry, chilli, pulled pork, soups and slow-cooked pasta sauces.

5L slow cookers

A 5L slow cooker provides extra capacity for larger meals, batch cooking and entertaining. It is a practical option for families or anyone who likes to prepare several portions at once.

Larger slow cookers can also be useful when cooking bigger cuts of meat or recipes containing larger quantities of vegetables, sauces and stock.

Multi-pot slow cookers and buffet servers

Multi-pot slow cookers and buffet servers allow several dishes to be cooked or kept warm at the same time. They can be particularly useful when entertaining, serving different foods at family gatherings or preparing multiple dishes that require separate cooking pots.

Individual temperature controls may also make it easier to manage different dishes independently.

What can you cook in a slow cooker?

Slow cookers are suitable for a wide range of meals, including:

• Beef, chicken and vegetable stews
• Curries
• Chilli
• Soups
• Casseroles
• Pulled pork and slow-cooked meats
• Pasta sauces
• Beans and pulses
• Batch-cooked family meals

Low, steady cooking temperatures make slow cookers particularly useful for recipes that benefit from longer cooking times and gradual flavour development.

How to choose the best slow cooker for your home

When choosing a slow cooker, consider the size of your household, how frequently you plan to use it and the types of meals you usually prepare.

Capacity is one of the most important factors. Smaller models are ideal for one or two people, while larger slow cookers offer greater flexibility for families and batch cooking.

You may also want to look for practical features such as removable cooking pots, glass lids and multiple heat settings. Removable pots make serving and cleaning easier, while a transparent lid allows you to check your food without repeatedly removing the lid and releasing heat.

For households that regularly entertain or want to prepare several dishes at once, a multi-pot slow cooker or buffet server may provide greater flexibility.

Slow Cooker FAQs

What size slow cooker is best for two people?

A 1.5L to 3.5L slow cooker is usually suitable for two people. A 1.5L model is ideal for smaller portions, while a 3.5L model provides more flexibility for leftovers and batch cooking.

What size slow cooker is best for a family?

A 3.5L to 5L slow cooker is generally more suitable for family cooking. A 5L model provides additional capacity for larger meals and batch cooking.

Are slow cookers energy efficient?

Slow cookers typically use relatively low power and cook food gradually over several hours. Actual energy use varies by model, power rating, cooking time and heat setting.

Can you put raw meat in a slow cooker?

Many slow-cooker recipes are designed to cook raw meat safely when the food is prepared and cooked according to the appliance instructions and appropriate food-safety guidance. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for your specific slow cooker.

What is the difference between a slow cooker and a multi-cooker?

A slow cooker is primarily designed for long, low-temperature cooking. A multi-cooker may combine several cooking functions in one appliance, such as slow cooking, steaming, sautéing or pressure cooking, depending on the model.