If you’re looking for a slow cooker that can handle large meals, big families, or entertaining occasions, the Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker (model SCV700-S-BR) stands out. It combines ample capacity, simple controls, and reliable design — making it a solid choice for everyday cooking and meal prepping.
Key Features & Why They Matter
1. Generous 7-Quart Capacity
This slow cooker accommodates up to 7 quarts (about 6.6 litres), which means it can serve large families or handle whole roasts and big batches of soups or stews.
For example, the oval shape is ideal for roasts, whole chickens or full racks of ribs.
2. Oval Shape for Versatility
The oval stoneware insert allows cooking of longer items (e.g., roasts) and makes the best use of space in the pot. The manual listing specifies the oval shape design.
This shape also helps with better heat distribution around large pieces of meat.
3. Simple Manual Controls: Low, High, Warm
Rather than complicated programming, this model offers the three standard settings: High, Low, and Warm — making it easy for “set it and forget it” cooking.
The “Warm” setting is useful for keeping the dish at serving temperature without overcooking.
4. Removable Stoneware & Dishwasher-Safe Lid
The stoneware insert is removable for easier serving and cleaning; the lid and stoneware are listed as dishwasher-safe.
That convenience matters when you’re cooking large quantities and want easy cleanup.
5. Stainless Steel Exterior (and Style)
The model SCV700-S-BR features a stainless steel exterior (with black accent handles) which gives it a modern look that fits many kitchens.
If your kitchen has stainless appliances, this slow cooker will integrate visually.
Benefits & Real-World Value
- Feeds more people: With its 7-quart capacity, the unit is suitable for families, gatherings, or meal-prep.
- Simplifies cooking: With manual controls, you don’t need to fuss with programming. You can prepare early in the day and finish the meal later.
- Versatile meals: The oval shape, removable stoneware and warm setting let you cook roasts, soups, casseroles, dips, and more.
- Easy maintenance: Removable parts make clean-up less of a chore.
- Visual appeal: The stainless exterior upgrades the look from basic slow cookers and fits modern kitchens.
Things to Consider / Potential Limitations
- Manual only: If you prefer digital programming (timers, automatic shut-off, delayed start) this model may be too basic.
- Footprint / size: At 16.9″ L × 11.8″ W × 10.4″ H (approx as listed) it does take up significant counter or storage space.
- Temperature control: Some users may find variability in how “Low” or “High” perform; since it’s manual, you’ll want to monitor until you’ve tested your typical recipes.
- Weight when full: Filled with a large roast and vegetables, the 7-qt cooker becomes heavy to move.
- No advanced features: If you list features such as “digital timer, locking lid, travel ready” these are absent in this manual version.
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