Yes, liquid is typically needed in a slow cooker for cooking to help create steam and maintain moisture in the food being cooked.
Yes. The slow cooker retains moisture and it would be too soggy. You want the sour flavor but not all the liquid.
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The amount of water you put in a slow cooker depends on the recipe you are following. It is typically recommended to fill the slow cooker about two-thirds full with liquid, such as water or broth, to ensure that the ingredients cook properly and do not dry out.
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Slow cookers are very efficient. Although slow cooker are rather slow, they are very efficient for cooking nearly whatever you need. They are also relatively affordable for all the functions they do.
To cook a pork butt roast in a slow cooker, first sear the meat in a pan for flavor, then place it in the slow cooker with seasonings and liquid. Cook on low for 8-10 hours until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
To cook a pork sirloin roast in a slow cooker, season the roast with herbs and spices, place it in the slow cooker with some liquid (such as broth or water), and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the meat is tender and cooked through.
To make slow cooker chicken stock at home, place chicken bones or a whole chicken, vegetables, herbs, and water in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-10 hours. Strain the liquid to remove solids, then store the stock in the fridge or freezer for later use.
If you can slow cook in the oven it would be better, because less moisture will escape. The direct flame underneath your pot on the stove will simmer the food and eventually all the moisture will escape. Adding more water to avoid burning will not enhance the flavour. If you have to cook on the stove then adding more water is unavoidable.
To cook sausages in a slow cooker without browning them first, simply place the sausages in the slow cooker with some liquid (like broth or water) and seasonings. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the sausages are cooked through.
Baked beans in a can are already cooked all you need to do is heat them, 20 to 30 minutes in a slow cooker should be enough.