I was sent the multi-cooker to try out. It came just at the right time! I ended up getting the flu two weeks ago and my appetite just wasnt there. so of course I ended up making myself some chicken and vegetable soup to have something in my stomach with my medication. This thing is awesome it cooks just like my old crock pot. I put the onions carrots celery and chicken in and let it cook for a few hours and yuuummy. It was just what I needed to help me kick some of that nasty flu out of me. Thank you Hamilton beach for such an awesome product.