That being said, there are a number of steps you can take to upgrade your results (and safety). Here are our top five tips for making slow cooker meals even more flavorful and foolproof. Slow cooker models vary tremendously, so if you notice that your beef stew meat tastes tough or your chicken enchiladas are soggy, cut back on heat and/or time the next time you make them. As a rule of thumb, remember that an hour of cooking on high is about equivalent to two hours on low. Though slow cookers are low-tech, the settings you select do matter. RELATED: The 5 Biggest Mistakes You’re Making With Your Instant Pot
