Can you bake the inside of your West Bend 84346 6-Quart Oval Crockery Cooker and then use heating element to keep it warm?

It is not recommended to bake directly inside your West Bend 84346 6-Quart Oval Crockery Cooker.

Here's why:

* Crockery is not oven-safe. The crockery insert of your slow cooker is designed for slow cooking at low temperatures, not high-heat baking. Baking at high temperatures could damage the crockery, potentially causing cracks or warping.

* Heating element risks. Baking inside the crockery cooker could expose the heating element to direct heat from the oven, potentially damaging it.

Instead, consider these options for baking:

* Use a separate baking dish: Bake your dish in an oven-safe baking dish, then transfer it to the warm crockery cooker for serving.

* Use a slow cooker recipe: Look for recipes specifically designed for slow cookers. These recipes are designed to cook food thoroughly at low temperatures, without the need for baking.

Remember, safety is always paramount! Using appliances according to their intended purpose will help you avoid accidents and ensure the longevity of your products.