Cooking & Kitchen
Slow Cooker Time Calculator
Low is roughly twice as long as high for the same dish, because the lower temperature cooks more gently.
Formula
Low time = high time x 2. High time = low time / 2.
How it works
The factor of two is a rule of thumb, not a law: very lean meat and delicate vegetables need more care when converting.
Avoid lifting the lid to check — each peek drops the temperature and can add 20–30 minutes to the cook.
FAQs
Is low always better?
Often for tough cuts, which turn tender with long gentle cooking. Lean cuts can dry out on either setting if overcooked.
Can I convert any recipe this way?
Most stews, curries and braises convert well. Baking and rice dishes are less predictable in a slow cooker.
Does the conversion change the liquid?
Usually not, but use a little less liquid on low, since less evaporates over the longer cook.