Healthy Food Guide

Slow cooking 101

To boost the money-saving power of your slow cooker, use cheaper cuts of meat and beef up your dishes with affordable beans, chickpeas and lentils. Successful slow cooking is not just a case of chucking everything into the pot and hoping for the best! These 15 tips will help ensure you get delicious results every time.

1 Always defrost meat completely before placing it in your slow cooker.

2 Cut meat into small pieces For large joints or a whole chicken, follow your slow cooker manufacturer’s instructions. Remove any excess fat before adding

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