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wrote:
> I have just cooked a stew, but there is tonnes left so I want to let
> my flatmates have it when they return from holiday tomorrow (in 24
> hours time). I also want it to be ready-to-eat when they get home.
>
> I am wondering what the best procedure is. Should I put it in the
> slow cooker now, and keep it warm until they return, or should I cool
> it in the fridge now, and then blast it in the microwave tomorrow
> before putting it in the slow cooker to keep hot?
>
> Many thanks in advance.

Put it in the fridge. No need to blast it in the microwave; put it back in
the slow cooker about 3 hours on HIGH before they arrive. Should be fine by
the time they are ready to eat. If they show up late, check it and turn the
setting down to LOW.

Jill
Jill