Can you brown meat in the removable insert on the stove?
1338375
First, why would you want to? The cooker browns nicely but takes time to heat up. Second, if you need to brown more quickly than the cooker can do it, get out a saute pan and put the meat in the cooker once it is browned to your satisfaction.
1338376
No, but things brown beautifully on the browning setting in the crock pot . Hope this helps.
385781
I suppose it could, but the sauté/searing function on the device itself is more than enough. I can't imagine a situation where you'd want to pull out the insert to use directly on a cooktop that couldn't be accomplished on the sauté setting.
1620588
it can brown, it has a removable pot that is teflon lined and easy clean but no rack....I would buy it again and as a gift without question
586154
I would say yes but I am not a cook so I can't tell you what to do. The oven temperature and time are set individually so you can decide how hot for how long. The only minor issue I see is the halogen (browning) light that is not adjustable. It still may work very well if you use the bottom rack to stay as far as possible from the light which is in the lid. Then again if you want the meat to brown a little, it won't be an issue. I hope this helps.
1087708
Technically, yes. However, I don't think it would be very practical for that purpose. It comes with a raised wire grill that sits on top of the turntable, and there is a "Grill" mode. In the Grill mode you can choose to use both the top and bottom heating coil or just the top heating coil. Using Grill mode with just the top heating coil turned on and the raised wire rack in place, you technically have a broiler. However, it takes me 5 or 6 minutes to brown toast with this setting, so how long would it take to grill a steak? Hard to say. Also, you would need to set a plate under the grill to catch grease/juices, and you would have to scrub the interior of the oven after broiling. So, it's up to you. It could be used as a broiler, but I'm sure there are simpler ways to do the same task.
2017782
Nope. I used a no-stick skillet and it just sits there. Now if you pressed down on the insert and dragged it around the surface of the pan, I suppose it could cause scratches.
1951735
This great pot excels both ways. You can brown ingredients beautifully on the stove top and then into the oven it goes. The lid is particularly well-designed for returning moisture back down into the pot during a braise.
1627919
yes you can brown meats in your pan first. Just make sure that you oil it well first and keep it on medium heat not high. It holds heat well and gets hot quickly. After I have cleaned my pan I always oil it well before storing it. Just take some oil on a paper towel and coat bottom and sides lightly. Hope this helps
1462005
I only use my 360 Cookware pot for veggies because I am a vegetarian, but I don't see why you couldn't brown meat. It may take some experimentation to determine the proper time/heat. Think of this pot as a cross between a traditional slow cooker and a regular pot on the stove that is set on low heat. I would probably wouldn't do roast in this thing unless you've got 5 hours to spare - thinner strips of meat would probably cook more easily. Hope this helps!
1462004
sure, you can. I preheat the pot on medium heat and cook meat for a few minutes with the cover off to brown.
1989742
I found no description of the insert other that it is teflon coated. As long as you use the appropriate utensilsand prevent damaging the coating there should not be a problem.
2188568
I usually brown my roasts, swiss steak, chicken, or other meats on the top of the stove with a small amount of oil. Then I add a quarter cup of water or broth and cover the roaster a place it in the oven until meat is done.
1966625
It probably could be done If you choose to use it like a giant crock pot. I feel you should brown the beef before putting it in. It really is a roaster and as such may not give you the results you want on the first try. But to create a very large stew it most likely would work.
2035455
You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when subject to very high heat. Good luck. You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when... » Read More You actually can, but I find that adding a touch (tea or tablespoon) of olive, rice bran or canola oil to this pan never hurts, especially when you want some carmelization, sheen and moisture of your cooked products (like onions, omelets, frozen potstickers, or whatever). Just be careful NOT to cook high heat items like a thick steak on non-stick surfaces- it won't come out as well as cooking over a grill or cast iron, and some discoloration will be left on some of the non-stick surface that may not come off; plus non-stick surfaced pans supposedly give off traces of carcinogens, when subject to very high heat. Good luck. « Show Less
2188571
I always brown my meat(pot roast) on the stove with some oil. If you want gravy, immerse the meat first with plenty of flour, salt and pepper. Place it on the stove to brown without the lid, then I add water and then cover, temp to medium-low. When the lid is on the meat steams so uncovered causes the meat to brown. TOO much info? Only practice and trial and error worked for me.
1292876
Yes, but don't let it sit on very heat and forget about it. I did And almost warped. Good pan. Browns well on top of stove then in the oven for a tender cooked center. Use for small pork roast. Beef roast. Just season meat. Rub with olive oil then keep turning
1210170
Stoneware, that is set in an aluminum outerware which keeps everything hot for a long time. I usually brown my meat, first then add everything to the pot-good luck! You will love!