the pasta separately and adding it shortly before serving produces a much better texture.
5. Rice
Rice also absorbs liquid as it cooks.
Depending on the recipe and type of rice, leaving it in the slow cooker for too long can result in an overly soft or sticky texture.
If the recipe wasn’t specifically designed for slow-cooker rice, cooking the rice separately may be the safer choice for achieving the texture you want.
6. Tender Vegetables
Vegetables such as zucchini, peas, spinach, and other delicate produce can lose their texture
