Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product CB-18 Series Cuisinart
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S MART P OWER B ASICS ™ 18-S PEED B LENDER INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
2 IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 2. T o protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base of blender in water or other liquid.
3 UNP ACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart ® SmartPower Basics ™ 18-Speed Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. 2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top of corrugated insert. Next remove the top corrugated insert.
4 FEA TURES AND BENEFITS 1. Cover Just press on. T ightfitting seal resists leakage. 2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid Allows you to measure and add ingredients with- out removing the cover . 3. 48-oz. Glass Jar with Dripless Pour Spout Has a unique, sturdy , widemouth design and a dripless pour spout for no- mess pouring.
5 HELPFUL REMINDERS • Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added during blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid. • Cover should always be in place while the unit is on.
6 3. TO ST ART BLENDING: Choose a speed for blending your ingredients. Press the ON button for continuous blending. The LED light will illuminate when the blender is on. 4. TO ST OP BLENDING: T o stop the blending process, push the OFF button. 5. PULSE MODE: The pulse mode allows you to create a burst of power for quick, efficient blending.
7 water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher . Tip: Y ou may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water . Run on Speed 10 for 30 seconds, or as needed.
8 RECIPE TIPS Blender Tips – The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as well as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and family . Thanks to the superior Ice Crushing power of the SmartPower Basics ™ Electronic Blender , you’ll also be able to make delicious frozen drinks.
9 RECIPES Before starting any of these or your own recipes, make sure the Cuisinart ® Smart Power Basics™ Blender is properly assembled. Follow the assembly directions on page 4 of this instruction booklet for correct blender assembly procedure. Nutritional information is based on number of servings indicated.
10 1 cup orange, apple or other fruit juice 1 cup soy milk/beverage 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 cup silken tofu, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw) Place all ingredients in blender jar in or der listed. Set on Speed 18 and blend until smooth and creamy , about 20 seconds.
11 MOCHA FRAPPÉ Why go out for special coffee drinks when you can prepar e them easily at home in your Cuisinart ® Blender . Makes 2 servings 8 ounces espresso or double strength cof fee, chilled * 1/4 cup chocolate sauce 2 tablespoons flavored syrup – vanilla, hazelnut, almond, raspberry , etc.
12 each (zest of 1/2 lemon), bitter white pith removed, cut in 1/2 - inch pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons cumin 1 tablespoon herbs de Provence or Mediterranean herb blend 4 tablespoons fresh.
13 6 green onions, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 4 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar – or – lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly gr ound black pepper Place garlic in blender jar; cover jar .
14 Makes six servings 2 medium leeks, white and tender green only , sliced horizontally and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 small (3-4 ounce) onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inc.
15 1/2 slice white or wheat bread (1/2 ounce) cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 teaspoon dry basil 4 large eggs 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, packed (about 2-1/2 ounces), washed & dried 3 cups lowfat ricotta cheese 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly gr ound black or white pepper Preheat oven to 350° F .
16 slow , steady stream, taking about 20 sec- onds, then blend for 20 seconds longer until completely emulsified. Y ou may change the Basic Vinaigrette by changing the flavor of the vinegar , mustar d or oil. T ry using fr esh lemon juice and a little honey for a honey-mustard vinaigr ette.
17 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (mild in flavor) 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 2/3 cup flavorless vegetable oil Place egg substitute, vinegar , olive oil, dry mustard, pepper and salt in the blender jar .
18 Place the eggs and remaining ingr edients in the blender jar in the order listed; cover the blender jar . Set on Speed 6 and blend until smooth, about 10 to 15 seconds. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the pr epared cookie crust. Bake in the preheated 350° F oven for 55 to 60 minutes.
19 LIMITED THREE-YEAR W ARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart ® SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed Series Electronic Blenders.
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