Am I allowed to use a crockpot or slow cooker to cook my chulent for Shabbos lunch?
Yes, you may use a crockpot or slow cooker for Shabbos food. Put the food in early enough so that when Shabbos starts it will be at least half cooked. You should cover the control knob so that it will not be adjusted on Shabbos. It is also preferred to line the metal pot with foil as one would a blech.