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Elite Gourmet MST-250XS Electric Slow Cooker Ceramic Pot, Adjustable Temp, Entrees, Sauces, Stews & Dips, Dishwasher Safe Glass Lid & Crock, 1.5 Quart, Stainless Steel
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Brand | Elite Gourmet |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Material | Plastic |
Product Dimensions | 7.5"D x 10"W x 7"H |
Capacity | 1.5 ounces |
Wattage | 120 watts |
Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
Voltage | 120 |
Shape | Round |
Pattern | Solid |
About this item
- Elite Gourmet MST-250XS Electric Slow Cooker Ceramic Pot, Adjustable Temp, Entrees, Sauces, Stews & Dips, Dishwasher Safe Glass Lid & Crock, 1.5 Quart, Stainless Steel
- ADJUSTABLE SETTINGS with versatile Low / High / Keep Warm settings, gives you ultimate control of meal preparation. Simply set it and forget it while you continue on with your busy day, entertain guests or prepare other dishes.
- FAST, EASY CLEAN-UP with our dishwasher-safe clear tempered glass lid and removable oval stoneware pot. The stainless steel exterior heating base can be wiped clean with a damp cloth to maintain its pristine appearance.
- STAINLESS STEEL FINISH for a sleek and stylish design, plus rust-proof and easy to clean.
- UL LISTED for your safety, 120 Watts, 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY and U.S. based customer support team means you can buy with confidence.
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Easy to use | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 5.0 |
Easy to clean | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Temperature Control | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Lock Feature | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
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capacity | 1.5 ounces | 2 quarts | 2 quarts | 1.6 quarts | 2 quarts | 1.4 liters |
number of settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | — | 3 |
controller type | Mechanical knob | Hand Control | Mechanical knob | touch | Mechanical knob | — |
material | Plastic | Plastic, Aluminum, Ceramic, Glass | Stainless Steel | Tempered Glass, Stainless Steel, Ceramic | Stainless Steel | Plastic |
specification met | UL | ETL | ETL | — | — | — |
voltage | — | — | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts | 220 volts |
wattage | 120 watts | 120 watts | 120 watts | 120 watts | 120 watts | 50 watts |
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Analog | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Digital | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Temperature Settings | Low, High, Warm | Low, High, Warm | Low, High, Warm | 8 Preset Functions | Low, High, Warm | Low, High, Warm |
Programmable Timer | 12 Hours | 20 Hours | ||||
Delay Timer | Yes, up to 8 Hours | |||||
Wattage | 120 Watts | 120 Watts | 270 Watts | 200 Watts | 300 Watts | 280 Watts |
Locking Lid | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
Shape | Round | Oval | Rectangular | Oval | Oval | Oval |
Stainless Steel Body | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Color | Black & Stainless Steel | Black & Stainless Steel | Red & White | Black & Stainless Steel | Black & Stainless Steel | Black & Stainless Steel |
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Brand | Elite Gourmet |
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Color | Stainless Steel |
Material | Plastic |
Product Dimensions | 7.5"D x 10"W x 7"H |
Capacity | 1.5 ounces |
Wattage | 120 watts |
Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
Voltage | 120 |
Shape | Round |
Pattern | Solid |
Control Method | Touch |
Control Type | Knob |
Number of settings | 3 |
Specification Met | UL |
Controller Type | Mechanical knob |
Item Weight | 4.29 pounds |
Manufacturer | Elite Gourmet |
ASIN | B008GS8R3K |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | MST-250XS |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #558 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #5 in Slow Cookers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 19, 2012 |
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Product Description
The Elite Gourmet 1.5 qt. Mini slow cooker is perfect for cooking and serving small one-pot meals and appetizers such as soups, stews, meatballs, dips, and sauces. It's a great kickoff for a fondue party or where everyone prepares their favorite dip in their 1.5 qt. Mini slow cooker. This versatile small appliance can be a single person's best companion as well as the All-Star at your next super bowl party. It features low and high temperature settings, A keep-warm setting allowing you to keep your meal hot and fresh before It's served, and an attractive Stainless Steel finish. It includes a removable inner stoneware pot that's easy to clean, with a tempered glass lid with metal rim for easy viewing of cooking cycle and cool-touch handles and knob for safe handling.
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Customers like the value, size and quality of the slow cooker. For example, they say it's worth the investment, the dish is removable and cooks well. Customers are also impresseded with the versatility, saying it'll make great dips and small meals. As for the ease of cleaning, they mention it washes easily.
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Customers like the size of the slow cooker. They say it's perfect for making meatball appetizers, keeping dips or snack items warm, and taking up less counter space. The 1.5 quart size is standard and they were able to use lids from a previous slow cooker, making it easy to clean and take up less space. Customers also say it allows them to prepare much smaller portions and fits nicely in the dishwasher.
"...I love the small size as it’s perfect for dips and other appetizers that are served warm. The removable ceramic insert made cleanup a breeze!..." Read more
"...Perfect to use for dips, soups, mini meals. Will always be my go to for future gifts!" Read more
"It's not very big, but a good size for queso. Heats up quickly. It did cleanup easy enough." Read more
"The size was perfect and great that it has the temp controls. A lot of small cookers are just plug ins." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the slow cooker. They mention that it works well for small quantities of food, and is easy to clean. Some say that it's much better than crockpots and is a fabulous chopper.
"Bought this to use at our Super Bowl party, and it worked great for my little smokies in BBQ sauce...." Read more
"...It works perfectly (I tested all the heat settings) and I'm patting myself on the back for buying it instead of reclaiming a similar one I had..." Read more
"...White interior ceramic pot, works just fine with caustic pickling compounds commonly available to jewelers...." Read more
"...Dented in the inside, but kept it anyway and it works fine!!" Read more
Customers like the quality of the slow cooker. They say that it works well, is excellent for frying, and is great for fondue meals. Customers also say that the crock pot is good for meals for one or two people, and that it's perfect for queso, pork loins, and gravy.
"This perfect for small slow cooked meal of ribs or chicken for two. Also very handy to keep Queso cheese warm for a party. Highly recommend!" Read more
"This is great for cooking something quick and nice." Read more
"Very Unsafe! Been using for a few months and part keep falling off, first a screw and washer then pieces of plastic!😱. With Very Gentle Use...." Read more
"...I cooked 1/2 if roast and it came out delicious and got 2 additional meals. About 1/2 hr before roast was cooked I add my fresh carrots." Read more
Customers like the family use of the slow cooker. For example, they say it's perfect for 1 or 2 people, has enough portions for two people, and is easy to clean. Some mention that it'll also work well for one person with smaller needs.
"...just on/off ..this one is the same size, and is perfect for single or two-person portions!..." Read more
"This is a perfect size for one or two people...." Read more
"...It is good for small crowds but can handle warm sauces for larger crowds. It was perfect for my needs." Read more
"I like the size of this unit, great for 1 to 2 person servings. Gets really hot on high" Read more
Customers find the slow cooker easy to clean. They mention that the crock comes out, the dish is removable, and the insert is removable for dishwasher safe cleaning.
"...The removable ceramic insert made cleanup a breeze!..." Read more
"...Heats up quickly. It did cleanup easy enough." Read more
"very handy simple to clean and very good for the amount of money you spend" Read more
"...Ceramic pot is easy to store leftovers in fridge and is easy to clean. As with all ceramics don’t use metal utensils as they can chick coating." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the slow cooker. They mention that it is a great product, worth the investment, and a dynamite bang for your buck. The stainless steel looks really expensive and matches the rest of their kitchen. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...to wait and don’t plan to use too often this may be a good choice, great price...." Read more
"...keeping the above in mind, it's a dynamite bang for your buck!" Read more
"...Perfect purchase." Read more
"...great price" Read more
Customers like the versatility of the slow cooker. They say it's great for dips or small meals, and single person dishes. Some mention that it'll suit their needs greatly and is handy for smaller slow cooked needs. That said, some say it fills the need in their kitchen.
"...I love the small size as it’s perfect for dips and other appetizers that are served warm. The removable ceramic insert made cleanup a breeze!..." Read more
"...Perfect to use for dips, soups, mini meals. Will always be my go to for future gifts!" Read more
"...It was perfect for my needs." Read more
"...It works pretty well for small quantities of food also, great for dips, but you do have to keep an eye on the temperature with foods...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the heating of the slow cooker. Some mention that it works great to keep parts of dinner warm, and it heats up quickly. However, others say that it gets really hot even on warm, the temperature is questionable, and that it takes a long time to heat food up.
"...After heating the appetizer on high, the warm setting kept them the perfect temperature...." Read more
"It's not very big, but a good size for queso. Heats up quickly. It did cleanup easy enough." Read more
"...That makes it easy to lift the stoneware pot out, but the stoneware handles get hot when you're cooking. So be careful...." Read more
"The size was perfect and great that it has the temp controls. A lot of small cookers are just plug ins." Read more
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It works perfectly (I tested all the heat settings) and I'm patting myself on the back for buying it instead of reclaiming a similar one I had loaned to a neighbor; that one didn't have temperature settings, just on/off ..this one is the same size, and is perfect for single or two-person portions!
Just in case you haven't thought about it, I found I can cut a "traditional" pot roast in half, cook half in these smaller crockpots & freeze the other half to cook another time... so don't rule out preparing old-school crockpot recipes made using the bigger units! ((Also consider this: you can make lasagna with uncooked noodles because it cooks for hours.. you do need to cook the meat beforehand though! But this way uses way less electricity))
At the end of the day, these little crocks are superb!
It works perfectly (I tested all the heat settings) and I'm patting myself on the back for buying it instead of reclaiming a similar one I had loaned to a neighbor; that one didn't have temperature settings, just on/off ..this one is the same size, and is perfect for single or two-person portions!
Just in case you haven't thought about it, I found I can cut a "traditional" pot roast in half, cook half in these smaller crockpots & freeze the other half to cook another time... so don't rule out preparing old-school crockpot recipes made using the bigger units! ((Also consider this: you can make lasagna with uncooked noodles because it cooks for hours.. you do need to cook the meat beforehand though! But this way uses way less electricity))
At the end of the day, these little crocks are superb!
To help others with the same intentions, I am providing the temperatures for each setting. To do these tests, I simply filled to about 80% with water, covered with the lid, and checked with a quality cooking thermometer 30 minutes after switching the various settings on.
Starting at room temperature for each setting (with lid on), after 30 minutes the temperatures were the following:
Low setting - 102° Fahrenheit (38.8° Celsius)
High setting - 130° Fahrenheit (54.4° Celsius)
Keep warm setting - 82° Fahrenheit (27.7° Celsius)
Maximum temperatures were attained after 1.5 hours (with lid off)
Low setting - 130° Fahrenheit (about 54.4° Celsius)
High setting - 130° Fahrenheit (about 54.4° Celsius)
Keep warm setting - 101° Fahrenheit (38.3° Celsius)
Maximum temperatures were attained after 1.5 hours (with lid on)
Low setting - 160° Fahrenheit (71.1° Celsius)
High setting - 200° Fahrenheit (93.3° Celsius)
Keep warm setting - 125° Fahrenheit (51.6° Celsius)
So basically if you want to get your pickling solution to a working temperature of around 130° Fahrenheit as fast as possible, you would want to fill to about 80% capacity then put the lid on, turn it to the high setting for 15 to 20 minutes, then set it to low and get to work!
Should you find that pickling your work in a higher temperature yields better results using a specific pickle compound, you should leave the lid on between dips and you can have anywhere from 150° to 200° Fahrenheit with this pot depending on time and heat setting. Temperatures will drop if lid stays off (as stated above).
Remember not to let the pickle solution boil! Boiling is possible if you leave the high setting on for a very long time (probably unattended with the lid on and switched to the high setting for over 2 hours). Something I noticed was that the power cord was not warm to the touch at all after being on for 5 hours (low setting) during some lengthy work, that's good thing.
White interior ceramic pot, works just fine with caustic pickling compounds commonly available to jewelers. I chose this version over others that came with a black pot. If you are finding yourself having to change your pickle solution in the middle of work, ALWAYS let the temperature of the pot cool down. You risk cracking or breaking the ceramic insert pot when you pour a much cooler solution into a hot pot, the temperature difference between hot and cold materials can cause cracking of the ceramic.
The fastener to the center knob for the lid is actually an aluminum alloy, so I replaced that with a piece made of 316 stainless. The caustic fumes from the pickle compound would corrode that aluminum alloy fastener in quick order. The fastener is M6x1 and length is 18mm (McMaster-Carr part #94500A316). The photo I uploaded to this review is of the original aluminum fastener showing the discoloration to the head and early evidence of oxidation.
Down the road, I anticipate the supposedly stainless ring that lines the edge of the lid to corrode. I had originally thought about cutting this ring with a thin cut off abrasive blade, possibly replacing it with a silicone band, but have not gotten around to doing that.
The only other modification I would add to this would be a "power on" indicator lamp. One could either modify the housing itself and tap into the wiring for a cleaner look, or simply use a heavy-duty power strip that has its own power indicator lamp.
I like it, it's larger than most jeweler-type pickle pots which is a huge advantage for my shop. Yes, it's just a simple kitchen crock pot used in a light industrial setting, and it doesn't look at home among all the other machines and tools, but it WORKS. If one doesn't like the aesthetics, simply take it apart and give the outer housing a coat of engine or stove enamel paint.
A previous reviewer has stated that the exterior housing for the 6 quart version is made of plastic. The two 1.5 quart Elite Gourmet slow cookers (model MST-250XW) which I ordered are not made of plastic and have a thin steel sheet metal housing instead.
Don't forget to work in a well-ventilated area, wear a proper respirator mask, and always wear your goggles!
Hope this helps,
Jason
Old Foundry Toy Works
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2023
To help others with the same intentions, I am providing the temperatures for each setting. To do these tests, I simply filled to about 80% with water, covered with the lid, and checked with a quality cooking thermometer 30 minutes after switching the various settings on.
Starting at room temperature for each setting (with lid on), after 30 minutes the temperatures were the following:
Low setting - 102° Fahrenheit (38.8° Celsius)
High setting - 130° Fahrenheit (54.4° Celsius)
Keep warm setting - 82° Fahrenheit (27.7° Celsius)
Maximum temperatures were attained after 1.5 hours (with lid off)
Low setting - 130° Fahrenheit (about 54.4° Celsius)
High setting - 130° Fahrenheit (about 54.4° Celsius)
Keep warm setting - 101° Fahrenheit (38.3° Celsius)
Maximum temperatures were attained after 1.5 hours (with lid on)
Low setting - 160° Fahrenheit (71.1° Celsius)
High setting - 200° Fahrenheit (93.3° Celsius)
Keep warm setting - 125° Fahrenheit (51.6° Celsius)
So basically if you want to get your pickling solution to a working temperature of around 130° Fahrenheit as fast as possible, you would want to fill to about 80% capacity then put the lid on, turn it to the high setting for 15 to 20 minutes, then set it to low and get to work!
Should you find that pickling your work in a higher temperature yields better results using a specific pickle compound, you should leave the lid on between dips and you can have anywhere from 150° to 200° Fahrenheit with this pot depending on time and heat setting. Temperatures will drop if lid stays off (as stated above).
Remember not to let the pickle solution boil! Boiling is possible if you leave the high setting on for a very long time (probably unattended with the lid on and switched to the high setting for over 2 hours). Something I noticed was that the power cord was not warm to the touch at all after being on for 5 hours (low setting) during some lengthy work, that's good thing.
White interior ceramic pot, works just fine with caustic pickling compounds commonly available to jewelers. I chose this version over others that came with a black pot. If you are finding yourself having to change your pickle solution in the middle of work, ALWAYS let the temperature of the pot cool down. You risk cracking or breaking the ceramic insert pot when you pour a much cooler solution into a hot pot, the temperature difference between hot and cold materials can cause cracking of the ceramic.
The fastener to the center knob for the lid is actually an aluminum alloy, so I replaced that with a piece made of 316 stainless. The caustic fumes from the pickle compound would corrode that aluminum alloy fastener in quick order. The fastener is M6x1 and length is 18mm (McMaster-Carr part #94500A316). The photo I uploaded to this review is of the original aluminum fastener showing the discoloration to the head and early evidence of oxidation.
Down the road, I anticipate the supposedly stainless ring that lines the edge of the lid to corrode. I had originally thought about cutting this ring with a thin cut off abrasive blade, possibly replacing it with a silicone band, but have not gotten around to doing that.
The only other modification I would add to this would be a "power on" indicator lamp. One could either modify the housing itself and tap into the wiring for a cleaner look, or simply use a heavy-duty power strip that has its own power indicator lamp.
I like it, it's larger than most jeweler-type pickle pots which is a huge advantage for my shop. Yes, it's just a simple kitchen crock pot used in a light industrial setting, and it doesn't look at home among all the other machines and tools, but it WORKS. If one doesn't like the aesthetics, simply take it apart and give the outer housing a coat of engine or stove enamel paint.
A previous reviewer has stated that the exterior housing for the 6 quart version is made of plastic. The two 1.5 quart Elite Gourmet slow cookers (model MST-250XW) which I ordered are not made of plastic and have a thin steel sheet metal housing instead.
Don't forget to work in a well-ventilated area, wear a proper respirator mask, and always wear your goggles!
Hope this helps,
Jason
Old Foundry Toy Works
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Can’t even return it as the returned window closed day before.