I love this Rival Crock Pot Smart Pot. I use it all the time. I am a busy person that does not have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. I love throwing something in the Rival Crock Pot and letting it go.  When I get home from work, shopping, Dr appointments or whatever I feel so releived that dinner is ready.. I also use the keep warm option to keep food that I have already cooked hot until ready to use.  This really works good for appitizers that you might be taking to someones home or a tailgate party.