I''ve done this for many years with no ill effects, and no lack in quality of the cooked meat. The key is to put your crockpot on high for about the first hour or so. This helps to get the meat a little more thawed. Then, I turn it down to low and cook for several hours more, depending on the type of meat. Having said that, you certainly can test the meat for doneness using a thermometer, something that is widely suggested anyway to ensure your meet is safely cooked. Just a few thoughts from someone who always forgets to take the meat out of the freezer ahead of time, lol. If you're worried, another option is to at least partially thaw in the microwave before you put it in the crockpot. Be careful not to let the microwave start cooking the meat, though, or you'll end up with tough meat. Hth.
Joy and family -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Sandy from OK! Sent: Tuesday, January 17, 2012 5:03 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [CnD] frozen meat in crockpot question I'd hesitate, for such a sudden change of temperature just could crack the crockery! -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Donald Sent: Tuesday, January 17, 2012 3:27 PM To: cooking dark Subject: [CnD] frozen meat in crockpot question I am not a regular crock pot user and I am sure we have this question before, but I forget the answer. I was going to place a small frozen roast of beef into my pot, put it on high and leave it to cook with a little bit of water to start with in the pot. What is your opinion on frozen meat into a crock pot? Donald _______________________________________________ Cookinginthedark mailing list [email protected] http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark _______________________________________________ Cookinginthedark mailing list [email protected] http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark _______________________________________________ Cookinginthedark mailing list [email protected] http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
