After many attempts with different items, this product simply isn’t cutting it. I’ve attempted to slow cook beans several times now,  and after 3 (12 hr) increments they were still firm. I’ve cooked a chicken, and it took a full 8 hr cycle on high and still wasn’t tender.  I’ve made a roast which I had to finish off in my Dutch oven because it still wasn’t ready by dinner time. I love the look of the product, and more importantly that it is non-toxic. Unfortunately it just needs fine tuning because the product simply doesn’t work. I have many other products by this brand that I love. Very sad that I don’t feel the same about this one :/