Best for entertaining

When hosting, you don’t want to get stuck standing by the cooker to fill guests in on what’s inside— and with this fun twist, you won’t. It comes with a chalkboard insert to write out the recipe name or notes, like if the dish is gluten-free. (Hamilton Beach Wrap and Serve 6 Qt. Slow Cooker with Chalkboard Wrap, $35,

Walmart stores)