A few days ago, I remembered that I had seen a multicooker that I had been very interested in on Walmart’s website, and I thought it was my time to give myself a belated birthday gift, because my spirit animal is an Italian lady from New Jersey who loves cooking all kinds of things in a slow cooker.
So I opened the page, did a quick search… and couldn’t find it! Turns out I was exhausted. Just when I thought I was going to have to continue looking elsewhere, I found one that caught my attention, and it turned out to be much better because it is portable: yes, you are reading that right, you can cook and take the prepared dish wherever you want. Here’s what I found on Walmart.
My test of the Presto 6-Quart Nomad Traveling Slow Cooker
This thing looked cool: green, like it was a mini fridge from the 60s, but it was actually a slow cooker ready for action in my small yet busy kitchen. The design is made so that you could take it wherever you wanted, perfect for someone like me who makes up any excuse to go out with food to someone’s house. For that on-the-go functionality, it comes with a spill-proof lid, a comfortable handle, and even a stand so you don’t forget your spoon. The whole package said: “this is for you, Charlie.”
Obviously, I couldn’t resist and ordered the Presto 6-Quart Nomad Traveling Slow Cooker. A few days later, the doorbell rang and there was my new pot. At first, it seemed a little strange to me, more like a retro picnic basket than a kitchen appliance, which already made me love it more. You know, sometimes you fall in love with the bizarre.
So I took it out of the box, cleaned it with a cloth with alcohol (because I’m a cleaning and disinfection freak) and decided to debut it properly: with a strong chili con carne recipe. I threw in all the ingredients, set the timer and temperature (did I mention it has settings for low, high, and even a keep warm option?), and then I went to do my thing. When I returned after a few hours, the house smelled like a dream, so I opened the lid with a mix of excitement and hunger.
I’m telling you, the chili came out amazing…I couldn’t believe how fantastic this pot is with all of its presets.
The meat was so soft that it fell apart on its own, the flavors had mixed perfectly, and even the beans had that ideal texture, neither too hard nor crumbly. I helped myself to a huge plate and with each bite I confirmed that I had made the purchase of the century. Well, since it was easy to transport, I put the pot in the car and went to a friends house to share my “masterpiece.”
Specifications of the Presto 6-Quart Nomad Traveling Slow Cooker
Now everyone wants one of these pots, and I’m already thinking about my next recipe for the Presto Nomad. Who knew that something as simple as running out of stock would lead to this wonder of a pot.
Presto 6-Quart Nomad Traveling Slow Cooker Specifications Overview
- Ability: 6 quarts (perfect for large portions or family meals).
- travel design: robust and wide profile to avoid tipping over during transport.
- Lid with airtight seal– Helps prevent spills while carrying.
- glass window: integrated into the lid, it allows you to see the cooking without having to open it.
- folding handle: makes it easy to carry from one place to another, with a cold-touch exterior for greater safety.
- Utensil holder: With silicone cord that keeps utensils in place during travel.
- Cooking settings– High, low and warm temperature options to suit various recipes.
- Enameled porcelain container: free of PFAS, PFOS, PFOA and PTFE; Fully submersible for easy cleaning.
- Cable storage compartment: Integrated to keep the cable organized.
- Message board with marker: allows you to write notes or reminders on the outside.
- Dimensions: 15.50″ wide x 13.50″ deep x 7.13″ tall.
- Weight: 8.44 pounds, lightweight and easy to carry.
The price I paid on Walmart.com is $79.99, a beauty that I now use several times a week and that has given me several of the most delicious meals I have made in a long time. I got the green one, but it’s also available in red.