I have gadgets out the wazoo (gifts). about all I use that is non traditional is the microwave, crock pot and espresso machine
I wish you would give us just ONE crockpot recipe that doesn’t come out watered-down and flavorless.
I love the notion of ‘crockpot’ in theory; but the only thing I’ve had even mild success with is pulled-pork - which I’ve been told should never be done in a crock pot ;-)
-JT