Crock Pot question

[sundial]

7Rider, you can convert some recipes to crock pot cooking but keep in mind that the consistency of the dip may change. Also, you will not have a browned, crusty top. On the plus side, your dip will always be warm.

[Zen]

I was kinda thinking that too. I have a picture in my head of something covered with a cheddar cheese crust....

How far do you have to transport this culinary temptation?
Now I'm thinking just bundle it up and carry it in a cooler.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I wouldn't try the same recipe in a crock pot and expect it to come out right. The consistency will be likely disappointing.

Also, nothing will really 'cook' with 2 hours in a crock pot. Crock pots work best over longer time periods.

I've had luck in making hot dishes then wrapping them in tin foil and then a couple of thick towels top and bottom...and into a shopping bag. Keeps them warm for several hours. They also now sell insulated shopping bags and zip-over covers that keep casseroles hot or cold- check your supermarket- mine sells them both large and small. Obviously other large stores may carry them too.

But you've inspired me- I'm going into the kitchen right now to start some veggie soup in my crockpot so it'll be ready tonight!

[Jones]

I put the fresh cooked items (hot pan) into a large roasting pan with lid then put the pan in a cooler and fill all the dead space with towels. This will keep a turkey piping hot also moist and delicious for at least 5 hours.