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TCS-60 T urbo Convection Steamer INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Carefully read all instructions before using this appliance. 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 base of steamer in water or other liquid.
T ABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2 Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . .
4 OPERA TING TECHNIQUES Refer to Steaming Guide or Recipes for recommended cooking times. Preparing to Cook: Position the base unit where you want to do your cooking. Choose a flat, dry , sturdy surface. Make sure that each individual component fits secure- ly on top of the part below .
5 USEFUL HINTS For high altitude cooking, steaming times may need to be increased. Steaming times stated in the Steaming Guide and Recipes are only to be used as a guide. T imes may vary depending on the size of pieces, spacing and placement in the bowl, and personal preference.
6 Steaming Guide Helpful Hints • T imes indicated are based upon use of fresh fruits, meats and seafood (frozen foods not recommended). Steaming times will vary according to size, temperature and freshness of foods. • Suggested times are simply a guide.
7 Food Quantity/Y ield Steaming Time Cook’ s Notes Barley Brown Rice White Rice Quinoa Wild Rice Artichokes (globe) Asparagus 1 cup (rinse until water runs clear) + 2 cups liquid = 4 cups cooked 1 c.
8 Food Quantity/Y ield Steaming Time Cook’ s Notes Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Carrots Cauliflower Corn on the Cob Green Beans, French cut (string beans/ wax beans) 8 - 10 minutes (crispy) 10 - 16 min.
9 Food Quantity/Y ield Steaming Time Cook’ s Notes Green Beans, Diagonal cut (string beans/ wax beans) Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, White Snow Peas Sugar Snap Peas (Edible Pod Peas) Squash, Summer (Y e.
10 Food Quantity/Y ield Steaming Time Cook’ s Notes Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Halves or Thighs Shrimp, Sea Scallops Clams & Mussels Fish Fillets/Steaks Hot Dogs/ Precooked Sausages 18 - .
11 RECIPES ASIAN STEAMED DUMPLINGS A Dim Sum favorite, our Steamed Dumplings make a wonderful appetizer . Makes about 40 Preparation time: 35 – 40 minutes (includes freezing time for meat) + 15 minu.
12 STEAMED SPINACH DUMPLINGS Our meatless version of this Dim Sum specialty . Makes about 40 Preparation time: 35 – 40 minutes (includes weighting time for tofu) + 15 minutes steaming time 8 ounces soft tofu Dipping Sauce for Dumplings, p.
13 DIPPING SAUCE FOR DUMPLINGS Tr y this Dipping Sauce as a marinade for chicken or salmon. Makes about 3/4 cup Preparation: 5 minutes 1 clove garlic, peeled 3 slices peeled fresh ginger , each about .
14 SWEET POT A TOES WITH FENNEL Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamins A & C, and beta carotene. Makes 6 servings Preparation: 10 – 15 minutes + 18 minutes steaming time 6 green onions, tr.
15 WHITE BEAN SALAD Beans cooked in the Cuisinart ® steamer cook evenly and do not break up as readily as those cooked on the stovetop. Makes 4 cups Preparation: 12 hours/overnight to soak beans, 50 .
16 Combine the boneless chicken breasts with the chopped garlic, kosher salt, and olive oil. Arrange in the second steamer tray . When the rice has steamed for 35 minutes, add the chicken to the steamer .
17 Place on one end of the chicken and roll the chicken jelly r oll style, so that the spinach/roasted pepper r oll is rolled up in the chicken. Place seam side down and repeat. (The chicken may be pr epared to this point up to 8 hours ahead; wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate.
18 Combine the squashes and mushrooms with the r emaining garlic/olive oil mixture; toss to combine. After the potatoes and chicken have steamed for 14 minutes, turn off the steamer and let sit for 1 minute. Remove the convection fan, lid and second steamer tray .
19 LEMON GINGER FISH FILLETS The use of plastic wrap makes cleanup easy . Makes 4 servings Preparation: 10 minutes, 10 – 15 minutes steaming 1-1/2 pounds fr esh fish fillets, such as sea bass, salmo.
20 OLD BA Y ® STEAMED SHRIMP DINNER Add a green salad and crusty bread to complete the meal. Makes 4 servings Preparation: 10 minutes + 25 minutes steaming time 3/4 pound new r ed potatoes, scrubbed,.
21 BROWN RICE & BLACK-EYED PEAS WITH MARINA TED VEGET ABLES If you don’t have a Cuisinart ® food processor , the vegetables may be sliced by hand, about 1/8 inch thick.
22 and milk in a small saucepan until bubbly around the edges. Hold over low heat to keep warm. Insert the metal blade in the Cuisinart ® food processor . Pulse the light brown sugar 10 – 15 times to rapid sift and br eak up any chunks. Remove and reserve for topping.
23 3 YEAR LIMITED W ARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart ® Steamers. This warranty is available to consumers only . Y ou are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ® Steamer that was purchased at retail for personal, family , or household use.
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