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In a large frying pan, melt the butter. Add the onion and celery and cook until they are softened; a few minutes Add the thyme, poultry seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.
2
Cook on high for 30 minutes, then reduce the temperature to low and continue to cook for another 2 ½ hours.
Turn the setting to keep warm until you're ready to serve.
> Don't overfill the crock pot. > Keep the lid on. Opening the slow cooker allows the heat and moisture to escape and can slow down the cooking process.