{"id":11479,"date":"2026-01-15T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/?p=11479"},"modified":"2026-01-21T21:43:23","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T21:43:23","slug":"shoppers-say-this-15-slow-cooker-is-a-kitchen-must-have-and-makes-meal-prep-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/15\/shoppers-say-this-15-slow-cooker-is-a-kitchen-must-have-and-makes-meal-prep-easy\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoppers say this \u00a315 slow cooker is a \u2018kitchen must-have\u2019 and makes \u2018meal prep easy\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Make meal prep easy: Shoppers say this family-sized slow cooker is \u2018batch cooking perfection\u2019 – and it costs just \u00a315.40 (Picture: Dunelm)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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If your New Year<\/a>’s resolutions this year include bringing your own food to work, and spending less, then we\u2019ve got a \u00a315 appliance <\/a>that\u2019s sure to help you stick to your goals.<\/p>\n

The Chalkboard Slow<\/a> <\/a>Cooker from Dunelm<\/a>, described by impressed reviewers as \u2018excellent\u2019 and \u2018great value for money\u2019, has been flying off the shelves since its release thanks to how easy (and affordable) it makes whipping up delicious meals in one pot.<\/p>\n

Ideal if you\u2019re planning on cooking tasty meal prep for work lunches or whipping up one pot, zero-effort dinners, this nifty little slow cooker <\/a>is the kitchen essential you\u2019re going to want in your arsenal.<\/p>\n

Think: hearty chilli con carne, thick soups and warming stews, all cooked up with ease. Is anyone else feeling hungry?<\/p>\n

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Dunelm Chalkboard Slow Cooker<\/h2>\n

Crafted with a 3L capacity and removable ceramic cooking pot for ease of cleaning, this excellent and affordable 200W slow cooker is big enough to feed the family, while the three heat settings (warm, low and high) make it utterly simple to use.<\/p>\n

Buy now for \u00a315.40 (was \u00a322)<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Crafted with a 3L capacity and removable ceramic cooking pot for ease of cleaning, this excellent and affordable 200W slow cooker<\/a> is big enough to feed the family, while the three heat settings (warm, low and high) make it utterly simple to use.<\/p>\n

And while it looks small, users say it\u2019s got a huge capacity, with one shopper noting how \u2018it’s compact but deep enough to feed a family of 3 to 4\u2019, with another adding that it\u2019s the \u2018perfect size slow cooker <\/a>for a family of 3\u2019.<\/p>\n

But despite its roomy capacity, shoppers love the slow cooker\u2019s<\/a> \u2018small footprint\u2019, adding that it \u2018takes up very little room\u2019 on countertops and in cupboards, making it an excellent choice for smaller kitchens.<\/p>\n

One reviewer added: \u2018Very pleased with the cooker, looks good and ideal size and shape for the limited space I have in my static caravan.\u2019<\/p>\n

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The affordable 200W slow cooker is big enough to feed the family, while the three heat settings (warm, low and high) make it utterly simple to use (Picture: Dunelm)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

But what sets this slow cooker<\/a> apart from other offerings is the matt black chalkboard housing – a clever feature that allows you to add notes on the outside of the cooker<\/a> using the included chalk.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re letting the family know when dinner will be ready or reminding yourself of what you put the food on and when it needs switching off, this unique feature will certainly come in handy whenever you get cooking.<\/p>\n

But the compact slow cooker<\/a> doesn\u2019t just look the part. Amassing hundreds of five-star ratings on Dunelm <\/a>and a 4.8 rating overall, this must-have appliance may just be the hard-working kitchen essential you\u2019ve been missing.<\/p>\n

\u2018Excellent slow cooker<\/a> at an unbelievable price.\u2019 Raved one five-star reviewer. \u2018Other family members have purchased after seeing ours.\u2019<\/p>\n

Another five-star reviewer added: \u2018Great slow cooker<\/a>, easy to use, has a display light so you know it\u2019s on, cooked some very yummy dinners with minimal prep required.<\/p>\n

\u2018Great for leaving on all day whilst out. Chalk board feature quite handy! Excellent price for the size, will easily hold enough for a family meal.\u2019<\/p>\n

What could be better for acing your dinners?<\/p>\n

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