Elite MST-6000W Use and Care Manual
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1. Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream2. between the top of the ceramic pot and the food so that the food may be allowed to simmer Many recipes call for cooking all day You can also prepare the recipe the night before by placing all ingredients in the ceramic pot covering and refrigerating them overnight In the morning simply place the ceramic pot in the slow cooker and select the time and temperature setting Meat amp Poultry requires at least 7 or 8 hours on Low Do not use frozen meat in the slow cooker Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking Trim all visible fat from meat or poultry Cook dried beans 1 2 hours on High setting then add remaining ingredients cook on Low for the remaining time When cooking curries and casseroles richer more intensive flavors will develop when the first stage is prepared by traditional methods i e brown the onions meat and spices first in a non stick pan DO S Handle the crockery pot and glass lid with care m Avoid using abrasive cleaners or metal scouring pads when cleaning the crockery pot m Avoid hitting the crockery pot against hard surfaces m Avoid extreme temperature changes in the crockery pot and glass lid For example do not place into or under cold water while still hot m Use oven mitts when lifting crockery pot containing hot liquids DON TS Use the crockery pot if chipped or cracked Operate the slow cooker without the crockery in position Place the hot crockery pot onto a wet
3. operate appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner Return the appliance to authorized service center for examination and repair 7 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or contact hot surfaces 8 Donotplace on or near a hot gas or electric burner 9 1 ak w This appliance is for household use only 0 The use of accessory attachments that not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause hazard or injury 11 Do not use outdoors 12 Never place removable ceramic pot directly on a heated surface this may cause the ceramic pot to crack 13 To disconnect the appliance turn appliance Off first and then remove the plug from the electrical outlet Always hold the plug and never pull by the power cord 14 Caution Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids Always use pot holder when moving your heated Programmable Slow Cooker 15 The glass lid and removable ceramic pot are fragile Handle them with care 16 WARNING TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK never immerse the main unit in water or other liquids 17 Avoid sudden temperature changes such as adding cold or frozen ingredients into a heated pot 18 Never cook directly in metal housing The removable ceramic pot must be used for cooking at all times Use the removable ceramic pot 19 Never turn the appliance On when the cer
4. slow cooker Place the chicken pieces on top of the vegetables Combine broth tomato paste wine tapioca dried basil if using sugar salt and pepper in a medium bowl Pour mixture over the chicken and vegetables Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 3 1 2 to 4 hours If you are using fresh basil stir it in after the chicken is cooked shortly before serving To serve spoon chicken mixture over cooked noodles Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN 2 lbs chicken breasts boneless skinless 1 2 t seasoned salt 2 T butter 4 T fresh lemon juice 2 t chicken bouillon 1 1 2 t oregano leaves crushed 1 4 t pepper freshly ground 1 4 C water 4 cloves garlic minced 2 t fresh chopped parsley Wash chicken and dry on paper towels Combine oregano salt and pepper in a small bowl Sprinkle on the chicken and pat it in Fry the chicken breasts until browned in the butter Transfer chicken to the slow cooker Add the water lemon juice bouillon garlic and parsley to the pan Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan Bring mixture to a boil and pour over the chicken Cover and cook on High for 2 1 2 3 hours or on Low for 5 6 hours Add parsley and baste chicken Cover and cook another 15 30 minutes CHICKEN WINGS IN HONEY SAUCE 3 pounds chicken wings 16 wings 2 cups honey 1 2 cup ketchup 2 cloves garlic minced salt and pepper to taste 1 cup soy sauce 1 4 cup oil Rins
5. surface Use frozen meats or foods in your slow cooker Always defrost them first Place the lid in the microwave or oven NEVER m Place water or other liquids into the base of the slow cooker E Immerse the base cord or plug of the slow cooker in water m Touch hot surfaces with bare hands NOTE High humidity altitude and minor fluctuations in power may slightly effect cooking times in the slow cooker As it is almost impossible to overcook in the slow cooker allow plenty of time CARE amp CLEANING m Before cleaning your slow cooker always ensure that the temperature control dial is in the OFF position and the unit is disconnected from the power point Ensure that the unit is always unplugged from the power outlet when not in use Always allow the unit to cool before cleaning m Remove the crockery pot and glass lid and wash in hot soapy water using a mild household detergent Rinse and dry thoroughly m To soften stubborn cooked on foods fill the crockery pot with warm soapy water and allow it to soak Remove by lightly scrubbing with a nylon kitchen brush The crockery pot and glass lid can also be washed in the dishwater However care should be taken not to chip or crack the crockery pot or lid m The body of the unit should be wiped over with a soft damp sponge and warm soapy water Do NOT immerse in water NOTE Never immerse the body of the unit cord or plug in water or any other liquid m When sto
6. Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY ONE 1 YEAR Your Elite small kitchen appliance is built with precision inspected and tested before leaving our factory It is warranted to the original purchaser or gift recipient to be free from any manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one 1 year cord excluded During that period should the appliance fail to operate properly return the appliance with your sales receipt to the store where purchased This warranty entitles you to exclusive legal rights as well as other alternative rights These rights may vary from state to state According to instructions if this appliance is for household use it should give you years of satisfactory service This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the surrounding United States and does NOT cover Damages caused from improper usage or installation of appliance Damages caused from shipping Defects beyond manufacturing defects Breakage caused by misuse abuse accident alteration lack of proper care and maintenance or incorrect current or voltage The loss or missing parts of the appliance Parts will need to be purchased separately Damage from service by other than an authorized dealer or service center Any transportation and shipping charges RETURNS Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed accordingly by contacting customer service first to obtain RA Return Author
7. amic pot is empty as this could cause a malfunction 20 Do NOT immerse Only the removable ceramic insert and glass lid may be immersed for cleaning 21 When using this appliance provide adequate air space above and on all sides of air circulation On surfaces where heat may cause a problem an insulated heat pad is recommended 22 CAUTION When removing the glass lid always lift and tilt the lid away from you carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip back into the unit 23 If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard SAVE THESE INTRUCTIONS THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 1 SHORT CORD amp POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock This plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contract a qualified electrician Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way a A short power supply cord or detachable power supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord b Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use c If a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used th
8. cheddar cheese shredded 1 16 oz jar mild picante sauce 8 oz sour cream 1 2 C chopped onion Jalapenos or mild chilies to taste Brown ground beef and onion in a pan Drain and add to crockpot Add beans picante sauce jalapenos if using and chili powder Turn on low and cook for 2 3 hours Add cheese and sour cream last 1 2 hour Serve with tortilla chips WILD MUSHROOM BEEF STEW 2 lbs beef for stew cut into 1 inch pieces 1 4 C all purpose flour 1 t salt 1 2 t pepper 1 2 t dried thyme leaves crushed 3 4 C ready to serve beef broth 1 4 C tomato paste 1 4 C dry red wine 2 cloves garlic minced 1 Ib red skinned potatoes 1 1 2 inch 8 oz assorted mushrooms such as shiitake diameter cut into quarters cremini and oyster cut into quarters 1 C baby carrots Fresh parsley optional Combine flour salt pepper and thyme in small bowl Place beef in 4 1 2 to 5 1 2 quart crock pot slow cooker Sprinkle with flour mixture toss to coat Combine broth tomato paste wine and garlic in small bowl mix well Add to beef Add potatoes mushrooms and carrots mix well Cover and cook on HIGH 5 to 6 hours or on LOW 8 to 9 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender No stirring is necessary during cooking Stir well before serving Garnish with parsley if desired POT ROAST 3 4 lb pot roast 1 C beef broth 4 5 potatoes cut up large onion cut up 1 Ib carrots cut in 2 inch pieces salt and pepper Br
9. e marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance d The cord should be arranged as to prevent so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally e Ifthe appliance is of the grounded type the extension cord should be a grounding type 3 wire cord GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PROGRAMMABLE SLOW COOKER USING YOUR SLOW COOKER FOR THE FIRST TIME When turned on for the first time your new slow cooker may emit an odor for up to 10 minutes This is due to initial heating of the materials used in making the appliance The odor is safe and should not reoccur after initial heating Tempered Glass Lid Knob Inner Stoneware Pot Cool Touch Handles Main Slowcooker Unit On Off Timer Control LED Screen This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Prior to first use clean the appliance thoroughly Wash the glass lid and the ceramic pot in hot soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly Do not immerse main metal housing in water Always cook with glass lid in place and the ceramic pot in position Remember that frequent lifting of the glass lid will delay the cooking time When cooking a meat and vegetable combination place the meat in the bottom of the ceramic pot 6 Unplug the slow cooker when the cooking process is complete Allow to cool completely before cleaning The ce
10. e chicken and pat dry Cut off and discard wing tips Cut each wing at joint to make two sections Sprinkle wing parts with salt and pepper Place wing parts on broiler pan Broil 5 4 inches from heat 20 minutes 10 minutes a side or until chicken is brown Transfer chicken to slow cooker continue on next page For sauce combine honey soy sauce ketchup oil and garlic in bowl Pour over chicken wings Cover and cook on low 4 5 hours or on high 2 2 2 hours SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN 1 15 ounce can whole kernel corn drained 1 11 ounce can Mexicorn drained 1 15 ounce can black beans rinsed and drained 1 16 ounce jar chunky salsa divided use 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves rinsed and dried Flour tortillas Shredded cheddar cheese Combine the cans of corn beans and half the salsa in slow cooker Top with the chicken Pour remaining sauce over Cover and cook first hour on High then either 3 more hours on High or 6 on Low until meat juices run clear Serve with warm tortillas top with cheese CHICKEN PAPRIKA WITH DUMPLINGS 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 medium onion chopped 1 tsp salt 1 2 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp Hungarian paprika 1 cup chicken broth 8 ounces sour cream 1 tosp cornstarch or flour Dumplings 3 eggs 1 3 cup water 2 1 2 cups all purpose flour sifted Add onions to slow cooker Add seasonings chicken and broth Cover and cook on LOW 5 to 6 hours Shortly before servi
11. erving combine flour butter and cream and stir into slow cooker Continue cooking until mixture is slightly thickened SALMON BAKE 2 cans salmon boned and skinned 15 oz size 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 chopped green bell pepper 1 can cream of celery soup 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 chicken bouillon cubes crushed 4 cups bread crumbs 1 can tomatoes 1 can cream of onion soup 4 well beaten eggs 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning 1 4 cup milk Grease slow cooker liner Combine all ingredients except celery soup and milk Pour into slow cooker Cover and cook on low heat for approximately 5 hours Combine cream of celery soup with 1 2 cup of milk and heat in saucepan Use as a sauce for salmon bake BAKED STUFFED APPLES 6 medium red tart apples 1 4 C raisins 1 4 C butter 3 T orange juice concentrate 1 C light brown sugar 1 T orange peel 2 C very hot water Wash and core the apples but don t peel them In a pan that will fit in your slow cooker stand up the apples Butter the pan first Fill the core cavities with the brown sugar raisins and orange peel Top with butter Place the pan in the slow cooker Pour the hot water around the pan Sprinkle the orange juice concentrate over the apples Cover the cooker and cook on low for 3 5 hours or until apples are tender PINA COLADA BREAD PUDDING 1 Ib loaf French bread 10 oz frozen pi a colada drink mix 6 oz pineapple juice 12 oz evaporated milk 1 2 C cream of c
12. irring the food Little or no stirring is required when using the Low or Warm setting When using the High setting stirring ensures even flavor distribution Basic Cooking Time Guide Heat Setting Low Medium High 3 4 Lb Chicken 6 8 Hours 4 5 6Hours 3 4 Hours 3 4 Lb Pot Roast 6 8 Hours 5 6 5Hours 4 5 Hours 3Qt Beef Stew 8 10 Hours _ 6 7 5Hours _ _ 4 5 Hours 3Qt Vegetable Soup _ 6 8 Hours 6 6 5Hours __ 4 5 Hours 3Qt Chili 8 10 Hours 5 5 7Hours 3 4 Hours The cooking times given above should be used ONLY as a guide It is recommended that a thermometer be used to check the temperature to ensure the food is completely cooked Tips for Slow Cooking The cover of the slow cooker does not form a tight fit on the ceramic pot but should be centered on the ceramic pot for best results Do not remove glass cover unnecessarily this will result in major heat loss Do not cook without the glass cover in place Stirring is not normally needed when using a slow cooker However if cooking on High you may want to stir occasionally Slow cooking retains most of the moisture in foods If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time remove glass cover turn the control knob to high and reduce the liquid by simmering This will take 30 45 minutes The slow cooker should be at least half filled for best results If cooking soups or stew leave a 2 inch space
13. it will turn off but the indicator light of High will remain lit OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE These times are approximate Times can vary depending on ingredients Using Your Programmable Slow Cooker 1 Prepare your recipe according to directions 2 Place prepared food into the removable ceramic pot and cover using the glass lid provided 3 Plug the unit into an electrical outlet and set the time and desired temperature setting It is not necessary to stir the ingredients during the cooking process 4 Cooking times may differ by the amount of ingredients room temperature and many other factors Adjust the cooking time in reference to the actual result 5 Repeatedly removing the glass lid will decrease the temperature in the ceramic pot and lengthen the cooking times 6 Certain dishes may not cook if the room temperature is below 41 F or 5 C 7 When finished press the On Off button and unplug the unit You can serve the meal in the ceramic pot 8 When removing the glass lid tilt away from you so that the opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by the steam Note The glass lid and ceramic pot will be hot Use a cloth or pot holder to hold them Exercise caution to avoid burns 9 The sides of the metal housing of the slow cooker get very warm Use oven mitts or pot holders to remove the ceramic pot 10 Let ceramic pot and glass lid cool completely before washing Guide to Slow Cooking Always all
14. ization Number Returns of merchandise without an applicable RA will not be accepted One Year Warranty valid only in the United States excluding Alaska Hawaii and Puerto Rico For international warranty please contact the local distributor Any instructions or policy included in this manual may subject to change at any time Model MST 6000W Cooker Elite Cuisine 6 0 Qt Programmable LED Slow Distributed by MAXI MATIC USA 18401 E Arenth Ave City of Industry CA 91748 Customer Service Department 626 912 9877 Ext 116 120 MON FRI 10am 5pm PCT Email info maxi matic com BY MAXI MATIC Cuisine 6 0 Qt Programmable LED Slow Cooker Model MST 6000W INSTRUCTION MANUAL Before operating your new appliance please read all instructions carefully and save for future reference IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Use Programmable Slow Cooker only for its intended use 2 To protect against risk of electrical shock do not immerse the power cord plug or main unit in water or other liquids Do not touch hot surfaces Always use handles or knobs Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used near children Always disconnect appliance from electrical outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow unit to cool before applying on or removing parts and prior to cleaning the appliance 6 Do not
15. ng turn on high and stir together sour cream and cornstarch Stir into slow cooker and heat through Taste and adjust seasonings sour cream and cornstarch may be omitted if desired Serve with dumplings recipe below Dumplings Beat 3 eggs add 1 3 cup water and 2 1 2 cups flour Beat with a spoon until smooth Drop from teaspoon into boiling salted water and cook until dumplings rise to the top approximately 10 minutes CHEESY SHRIMP PASTA 1 2 lb block Velveeta cheese 1 small onion chopped 1 Ib raw shrimp 1 16 0z carton half and half 4 pods garlic minced Cooked pasta of choice Place cheese half and half Ro tel tomatoes onion and garlic in slow cooker and cook on Low for 4 hours Add shrimp and cook for another hour on High or until shrimp are pink Cook pasta of choice and spoon sauce over cooked pasta FISHERMAN S SEAFOOD CHOWDER 1 to 1 1 2 lbs fish any combination of flounder ocean perch pike trout haddock or halibut 1 2 C chopped onion 1 2 C chopped celery 1 2 C chopped carrots 1 4 C snipped parsley 1 4 t leaf rosemary 1 2 C dry white wine 16 0z can whole tomatoes mashed 8 0z bottle of clam juice 1t salt 3 T flour 3 T butter or margarine melted 1 3 C light cream Cut cleaned fish into 1 inch chunks Combine all ingredients except flour butter and cream in slow cooker stir well Cover and cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours 3 to 4 hours on high One hour before s
16. oconut 2 large bananas sliced 3 eggs 1 4 C light rum 1 C raisins 8 oz pineapple crushed w juice 1 t lemon peel grated fresh mint sprigs With a sharp knife peel crust from bread discard crust or make into bread crumbs for use in another recipe Cut bread into 1 inch cubes set aside In blender or food processor fitted with a metal blade combine 1 2 of the following ingredients drink mix pineapple juice evaporated milk cream of coconut and banana slices Process until pureed pour puree into a 6 cup bowl Puree remaining 1 2 of liquid ingredients and banana slices as well as eggs and liqueur if desired Combine both purees set aside Combine raisins and crushed pineapple and the juice set aside Place about 2 3 of bread cubes in slow cooker sprinkle with 1 2 t grated lemon peel and spread 1 cup of the raisin pineapple mixture over bread in slow cooker Top with remaining bread cubes then with remaining 1 2 t lemon peel and raisin pineapple mixture Pour pureed ingredients into slow cooker Cover and cook on LOW 6 hours Spread pudding into 8 or 10 dessert dishes and serve hot Garnish with fresh mint sprigs BLUEBERRY BUMP CAKE 1 21 oz can blueberry pie filling 1 package yellow cake mix 1 2 C butter 1 2 C chopped walnuts Place pie filling in the slow cooker Combine dry cake mix and butter sprinkle over filling Sprinkle the walnuts on top of that Cover and cook on low for 2 3 hours Serve warm in bowls
17. ow sufficient time for the food to cook It is almost impossible to overcook in the slow cooker particularly when using the Low or Warm setting Most recipes can be cooked on any one of the temperature settings however the cooking times will vary accordingly Each recipe will give specific instructions indicating the appropriate temperature setting accompanied by the suggested cooking times to use Adapting cooking times Your favorite traditional recipes can be adapted easily by reducing the amount of liquid by half and increasing the cooking time considerably See the guide that follows for suggested cooking times and settings when adjusting your favorite recipes Slow Cooker Recipe Time 4 6 hours on LOW heat setting Traditional Recipe Time 15 30 minutes 1 3 hours 6 8 hours on LOW heat setting renee O 8 12 hours on LOW heat setting and quantities in recipes All food should be cooked with the glass lid in place Each time the lid is lifted both the heat and moisture will be lost Cooking times should thus be extended by approximately 30 minutes Liquid amounts When food is cooking in your slow cooker very little moisture boils away To compensate this it is advisable to half the liquid content of traditional recipes However if after cooking the liquid content is excessive remove the lid and operate the slow cooker on the High heat setting for 30 45 minutes or until the liquid reduces by the desirable amount St
18. own pot roast in a pan on top of the stove Add vegetables to bottom of slow cooker Top with roast and pour beef broth over it Salt and pepper to taste Cook for 8 hours on low in slow cooker BBQ MEATLOAF 2 2 1 2 lbs ground beef 3 4 C barbecue sauce 1 egg 1 C crushed soda crackers 2 t Worcestershire sauce 1 2 C diced onion 1 2 t salt 1 4 C water 2 t prepared mustard 2 T brown sugar 1 T vinegar Mix all ingredients in a large bowl Form into a meatloaf shape that will fit into your slow cooker Cut a strip of foil to go under the meatloaf in the slow cooker leaving it long enough so that you can use it to lift the meatloaf out when it is finished cooking After placing the meatloaf in slow cooker top the meatloaf with an additional 1 3 C barbecue sauce Cook for 8 10 hours on Low CHICKEN MERLOT WITH MUSHROOMS 2 1 2 to 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs 12 oz sliced fresh mushrooms 1 large onion peeled and chopped 3 4 C low sodium chicken broth 1 4 C Merlot or any dry red wine or additional chicken broth 2 T chopped fresh basil or 1 1 2 t dried 1 4 t salt 2 C cooked noodles 2 garlic cloves peeled and minced 1 6 0z can tomato paste 2 T quick cooking tapioca 2 t granulated sugar 1 4 t freshly ground black pepper 2 T freshly grated Parmesan cheese preferably Parmigiano Reggiano Rinse chicken pat dry and set aside Place the mushrooms onion and garlic in the insert of the
19. ramic pot cannot withstand the shock of sudden temperature changes 7 Do not use frozen meat or poultry in a slow cooker Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking Follow recommended cooking times Do not use the ceramic pot for storage of foods 0 Do not reheat foods in slow cooker Do not set heated unit with food on a finished wood table Always use protective padding under ceramic pot before setting on table or countertop CAUTION Be careful when adding additional liquids to ceramic pot NEVER add cold liquids as this might cause the ceramic pot to crack Always warm the liquids before adding PoNw gt a BOO Programming the Slow Cooker 1 Plug the unit in an electrical outlet The indicator of High turns on 2 Press on the timer increase button to set the cooking time The time will increase in 30 minute increments 3 Press the Select button to set the cooking temperature Warm Low Mid or High 4 Once you have selected the desired cooking temperature press the On Off button to begin cooking 5 The timer will now start counting the time down to 0 During the cooking you can adjust the temperature setting by using the Select button 6 When set cooking time has expired the unit will automatically go into Warm mode for 6 hours then it will automatically turn off 7 To stop the cooking process at any time during the operation press the On Off button and the un
20. ring your slow cooker loosely coil the cord don t wrap the cord around the unit NOTE Never subject the crockery pot to extreme hot or cold temperature as this may damage the pot RECIPES ITALIAN MEATBALLS 1 Ib ground beef 1 2 Ib Italian sausage 2 eggs 1 4 C milk 1 2 C dry breadcrumbs 3 T grated parmesan cheese 1 2 t garlic powder salt and pepper In a bowl beat eggs and add milk Add beef and Italian sausage Mix together Add rest of ingredients and mix until combined Shape the mixture into 1 inch balls and place on a greased cookie sheet Bake at 350 F for 15 minutes Add to slow cooker Sauce 1 15 oz can tomato sauce 1 small onion chopped 1 6 oz can tomato paste 1 2 C green pepper 1 2 C beef broth 1 3 C water 2 garlic cloves minced 1 t oregano 1 t salt 1 t sugar 1 2 t pepper Mix all ingredients in a bowl and pour over the meatballs Cover and cook on Low for 4 5 hours SLOPPY JOES 3 lbs ground beef 1 C onions diced 1 C celery diced 1 C green pepper diced 1 1 2 C ketchup 2 T Worcestershire sauce 1 6 oz can tomato paste 3 4 C water 1 2 t paprika 3 T vinegar 3 T brown sugar 1 t dry mustard salt and pepper Brown ground beef in a skillet and break up into small pieces Add to slow cooker Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well Turn on low and cook for 8 hours Serve on hamburger buns CHILI DIP 1 Ib ground beef 2 cans refried beans 1 2 t chili powder 8 oz
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