I was so delighted to have been able to get this. I have been looking for one for quite some time. This one did not disappoint me at all. I made some chili in it and it cooked it very well. I also made some beef stew and it came out delicious. I like that it has the locks on so if I have to take a meal on the go it stays tighten. I used the small one to make a dip and it came out excellent. I love everything about this set, the quality,the build and how well it works. I recommend it it's a great quality crockpot.