the excess fat and crumble or chop the bacon into the finished dish.
The same principle applies to ingredients that are supposed to have a crunchy exterior. Cook them separately and add them just before serving.
Raw Dried Beans Without Proper Preparation
Dried beans require special care.
Some raw or inadequately cooked beans, particularly red kidney beans, contain naturally occurring lectins that can cause illness when the beans aren’t properly prepared and cooked.
Don’t assume that simply putting dry beans into a slow cooker for several hours automatically makes them safe. Follow a tested recipe and the preparation instructions appropriate for the specific bean.
Canned beans are often a convenient alternative for slow-cooker recipes because they have already been cooked. If using dried beans, make sure you understand the preparation and cooking requirements before adding them.
Large Amounts of Alcohol
Wine, beer, and other alcoholic ingredients can be used in
