the cooker and assuming that several hours of cooking will automatically make it safe.
Food safety should always come before convenience.
9. Wine and Other Alcohol
Wine can be delicious in slow-cooked dishes, but adding a large amount at the beginning is not always ideal.
Because a slow cooker is covered, less liquid evaporates than it would during conventional stovetop cooking. This means alcohol and other flavors can behave differently than they would in an uncovered pot.
Too much wine can also leave a dish tasting harsh or overly acidic.
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