Slow cooker advice (urgent)

4 - 4.5 litre will feed four. 5.5 and above 6 people and more, the bigger you go.

I've had a basic one for a couple of years now and use it a lot. It's really great for casseroles and stews.

My advice would be to buy a sizeable one that you can get a joint or chicken into.

It also needs to have a timer. I couldn't leave mine on while I go out or to bed because It would probably lead to a visit from the fire brigade.

A slow cooker is so much cheaper to run than an oven, gas or electric. I have recently acquired an air fryer so that may be a thought for the future although it should never be left.

If you have got a decent budget then go and look at instant pots . they aren't just slow cookers, they pressure cook and do other things as well. I think if he is going to go out and leave it, its worth paying a bit more to be sure is a safe one....also you can do a small amount in a big cooker but not a large amount in a small one!

I have a cheap one that I use now and then. Just think braising and slow cooking in the oven and that’s what they do. Suggest you look at Lakeland as the stuff I’ve bought from them is pretty good although mine was from Aldi and also does the job.
The other thing is to consider how many he is cooking for and buy size accordingly

Do not make the mistake I first made and I bought one which was too small. It was for two people.

My last one is fine for me and helpfully does not have a make, size or model on it. It is heavy for me but your son is younger and fitter.

I can cook at least 4-5 portions in mine which is what I wanted.

I am sure I googled Amazon and more importantly read the reviews.

Oh they are lovely and usually come with a few recipes. They are pretty much a standard size here at least. You can google recipes, too. I use mine a lot in Winter, lovely to come home to a cooked meal. I usually use stock to cook in, not too much or it becomes a bit stew-like.