The Premiere 6-Quart Slow Cooker is the absolute best kitchen appliance I own to date! With a chic, stainless steel exterior, LCD screen and single-button push settings, this slow cooker is just brilliant!  With a 6-quart capacity, I am able to feed my family of 4 with ease, and have plenty of leftover for secondary meals.  My favorite feature of this slow cooker is the ability to sear meats prior to slow cooking, as it saves me from a secondary mess! The ceramic insert cooks food slowly and evenly, and the ability to easily set a timer and temperature are so convenient.  We utilize Silicone utensils are recommended to prevent scratches and have had no issues with scratches on the surface.   The unit is simple to clean and just prepares the most beautiful meals! Highly recommended!