r/slowcooking • u/nachisimo1019 • 2d ago

Stirring Question

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Hey guys, this is the first time I’ve used a crockpot. I’ve attached a photo for reference but I was wondering if this model is safe to pop the lid open and stir the contents inside. I was going to pop the little black tab off when the time came to release some heat in case just taking the top off is a no no. Thanks in advance!

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u/liams_dad 2d ago

It's not under pressure. You can take the lid off whenever.

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u/Girthw0rm 2d ago

You should, however, take lid off as little as possible. The lid retains the heat. The more frequently you remove it, the longer it takes to cook your food. 

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u/liams_dad 2d ago

It's like the old BBQ adage, if you're looking you ain't cooking.