We used diced beef and it definitely needed more than 4 hours on low; will go for 8 hours next time with this cut. Also, broccoli needs a lot longer than 20 minutes in slow cooker. I would guess closer to an hour. May just boil it next time and mix it at the end. Sauce was really nice though, I halved the sugar. Not really spicy so if that's what you are looking for add more Siracha