Rival 32041 C User's Manual
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1. RIVAL sMMAT POT Programmable The Original and America s 1 Brand of Slow Cookers Crock Pot Stoneware Slow Cooker For use with 4 4 5 5 6 and 6 quart round and oval Smart Pot Slow Cookers Owner s Guide READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read all instructions before using 2 Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles or knobs The lid handle may get hot while cooking use of an oven mitt while handling is advised 3 To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord plug or cooking unit in water or other liquids CAUTION Never submerge the heating unit in water or other liquid 4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children 5 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts 6 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return appliance to Rival see warranty for examination repair or adjustment 7 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Rival may cause fire electrical shock or injury 8 Do not use outdoors 9 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch heated surfaces 10 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heate2. hours One hour before serving add peas Serve over rice CHICKEN IN A POT 2 carrots sliced 1 teaspoon salt 2 onions sliced teaspoon ground black pepper 2 stalks celery cut into 1 inch pieces cup water chicken broth or white wine 1 whole broiler fryer chicken 3 to 4 Ibs teaspoon dried basil Put carrots onions and celery in bottom of stoneware Add whole chicken Top with Salt ene and liquid Sprinkle basil over top Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours HIGH 6 hours using 1 cup water Remove chicken and vegetables with spatula POT ROASTED PORK 1 4 to 5 Ib pork loin end roast 2 bay leaves 4 teaspoon salt 1 whole clove teaspoon ground black pepper cup water 1 clove garlic slivered 2 medium onions sliced 1 tablespoon soy sauce Rub pork roast with salt and pepper Make tiny dits in meat and insert slivers of garlic Place roast in broiler pan broil 15 to 20 minutes to remove excess fat Put 1 sliced onion in bottom of stoneware Add pork roast remaining onion and other ingredients Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours HIGH 6 hours E13 THE RECIPES BEEF STEW 2 Ibs beef stew meat cut into 1 inch cubes 1 bay leaf cup flour 1 teaspoon paprika teaspoon salt 4 carrots sliced teaspoon ground black pepper 3 potatoes diced 1 cups beef broth 1 onion chopped 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 stalk celery sliced 1 clove garlic Put meat in stoneware Mix flour salt and pepper and pour
3. a mixture of 1 cup water and teaspoon cream of tartar drain and proceed with recipe CHICKEN WITH 40 CLOVES GARLIC 2 sprigs fresh thyme 40 cloves garlic unpeeled 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 14 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 sprigs fresh sage 4 pound whole broiler fryer chicken 2 sprigs Italian parsley 2 stalks celery cut into 3 pieces Toasted French bread slices Place 1 sprig thyme rosemary sage and parsley in chicken cavity Place celery in stoneware Put chicken on top of celery Add garlic around chicken Chop remaining herbs sprinkle herbs and pepper over chicken Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4 hours To serve place chicken garlic and celery on serving platter Squeeze roasted garlic out of skins onto toasted French bread slices and spread with knife E17 E18 E19 LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Rival warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or workm of original purchase If you have a claim under this warranty please follow 1 Within the first 45 days from date of original purchase defective product should be returned to original place of purchase for replacement with proof of purchase 2 Within the first 12 months from date of purchase Rival will repair or rep product if it is delivered freight prepaid during that period to an authorized service visit www rivalproducts com Or you may write to Rival c o The Holmes Group attention Consumer Rei 79906 Proof of purcha
4. d oven 11 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids Always use hot pads when moving your heated Crock Pot slow cooker 12 Do not use appliance for other than intended use 13 Avoid sudden temperature changes such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated pot 14 To disconnect press the OFF button then remove plug from wall outlet SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY No user serviceable parts inside Power Unit never needs lubrication Do not attempt to service this product Do not immerse base in water or other liquid A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED WITH CARE HOWEVER THE MARKED ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL RATING OF THE CROCK POT Slow Cooker The extension cord should not be allowed to drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over NOTE During initial use of this appliance some slight smoke and or odor may be detected This is normal with many heating appliances and will not recur after a few uses POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized ae one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is aS ele to fit into a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet rev
5. e beginning and it will thicken as it cooks Or you may remove the solid foods leaving the juices Prepare a smooth paste of approximately 4 cup flour or cornstarch to cup water or 4 tablespoons melted butter Pour mixture into liquid in stoneware and stir well Press Cook Time button to switch to HIGH and when it comes to a boil about 15 minutes it s ready E8 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS CONT Q Can cook a roast without adding water A Yes if cooked on LOW setting We recommend a small amount because the gravies are especially tasty The more fat or marbling the meat has the less liquid you need The liquid is needed to properly soften and cook vegetables IMPORTANT TIPS LOW FAT RECIPES e Health professionals recommend that you get no more than 30 of your total DAILY calories from fat 4 AND 5 QUART MODELS e All recipes in this book may be prepared as shown for the 4 4 and 5 quart models If desired recipes may be increased by one half When a recipe may be doubled it will be indicated by a footnote If a recipe is increased cooking time may need to be extended e The size and shape of the 4 and 5 quart Crock Pot slow cooker is ideal for larger roasts 3 to 5 pounds baking hens 3 to 4 pounds and picnic hams up to 5 pounds These weights depend on shape Extended cooking times may be necessary for these larger cuts 5 amp 6 QUART MODELS Important When using 5 6 and 6 quart
6. erse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet E3 HOW TO USE YOUR SM ART POT Always cook with the lid on for the recommended time Follow recommended cooking times Do not use the dow cooker stoneware for storage of foods Do not reheat foods in your Crock Pot slow cooker Do not set heated unit filled with food on a finished wood table Unplug when cooking is done and before cleaning Removable stoneware is ovenproof and microwave safe Do not use removable stoneware on gas or electric bumer or under broiler CAUTION Always place protective padding under stoneware before setting on table or countertop NOTE Do not cook or reheat foods on the Warm Setting HOW TO PROGRAM YOUR SMART POT 8 or 10 hours for LOW temp cooking NOUBWNE 4 or 6 hours for HIGH temp cooking e HRS 8 HRS Once cooking POWER on HIGH O O time elapses indicator SARS RUZ the Smart Pot Dla ee SMART POT AA WARM setting keeping your food at the perfect serving temperature without COOK TIME sets the time overcooking and cooking temperature turns power off NOTE To reduce the risk of electric shock cook only in removable stoneware 1 Place food in stoneware according to recipe 2 Plug in Smart Pot sow cooker The Power l
7. ight will begin to flash indicating that the unit is plugged in but not turned on E4 HOW TO PROGRAM YOUR SMART POT CONT 3 Push the Cook Time button to scroll through the timed cooking options Push once and the 4 hour light will illuminate twice and the 6 hour light will come on etc Select the time based on the length of time indicated in the recipe Two time options are usually given The 4 and 6 hour settings are the HIGH temperature setting and may be used when you want your food done quicker The 8 and 10 hour settings correspond to the LOW temperature setting and is used for all day cooking In addition your Smart Pot can be set to the Warm Setting by scrolling through the timed cooking options until the warm light illuminates NOTE The Warm setting is for keeping already hot food warm Do not use the warm setting to cook or reheat food 4 When the cooking time is completed the Smart Pot slow cooker will automatically shift to the Warm setting and the Warm light will come on NOTE We do not recommend using the Warm setting for more than 4 hours 5 To tum the Smart Pot off push the OFF button Unplug unit from the wall outlet 6 For other recipes that give a range of times select the time closest to the setting on your Smart Pot For instance a recipe calling for cooking time of 7 to 9 hours on LOW set your Smart Pot to 8 hours NOTE If power goes off then power light will blink and settings mu
8. ing or boiling e The lid handle may get hot while cooking use of an oven mitt while handling is advised QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q What if the food isn t done after cooking the amount of time recommended in the recipe This is due to voltage variations which are commonplace everywhere altitude or even extreme humidity The sight fluctuations in power do not have a noticeable effect on most appliances however it can slightly alter the cooking times in the Smart Pot due to the extended cooking times If this happens simply reset the cooking time to the 4 hour setting and allow to continue cooking for an additional 1 to 2 hours or until doneness is achieved Q Must the Crock Pot slow cooker be covered Is it necessary to stir A Cook with the cover on The Crock Pot sow cooker will not recover heat losses quickly when cooking on LOW setting Significant amounts of heat escape whenever the lid is removed therefore the cooking time must be extended Avoid frequent removal of the cover for checking cooking progress or stirring Never remove cover during the first 2 hours when baking breads or cakes It is not necessary to stir while cooking on LOW heat While using HIGH heat for short periods occasional stirring improves the distribution of flavors Q How about thickeningthe juices or making gravy A Add some quick cooking tapioca to any recipe when you want to make a thick gravy Add the tapioca at th
9. models all recipes may be used but should be doubled according to the guidelines below e Liquids in soups stews sauces or meat and vegetable combinations should be increased by one half and not doubled For example the recipe in the book calls for 1 cup of liquid Begin with 14 cups when doubling the recipe add liquid only if necessary NOTE When doubling casserole recipes which contain rice or pasta it is necessary to double the liquid along with other ingredients e Do not double strongly flavored food such onions or herbs and seasonings such as garlic pepper or chili powder Begin by increasing by one half Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary just before serving E9 IMPORTANT TIPS CONT The size and meat cuts may also be increased Follow these hints e Meat quantities in casseroles soups stews or sauces should be doubled e When a recipe calls for One whole 3 pound fryer use two whole chickens of a similar weight e Beef roasts pork roasts or hams should be increased but not doubled because vegetables are included due to the size and shape of the meat cuts Use 4 to 5 pound roast or ham GUIDE TO ADAPTING YOUR OWN RECIPES This guide is designed to help you adapt your own recipes to the Crock Pot slow cooker your own favorites and prized recipes collected from friends food companies newspapers and magazines Our aim is to save preparation time with fewer steps and dishes and to kee
10. n top of dressing Combine apple juice and honey brush on top of chicken Cover cook on LOW 8 hours E15 THE RECIPES FAVORITE CHILI lb dry pinto or kidney beans 2 can 14 oz each tomatoes 2 Ibs coarsely ground chuck browned and drained 1 green bell pepper coarsely chopped 1 medium onion coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic crushed 2 to 3 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon salt Completely soften beans as directed on page 7 Put all ingredients in stoneware in order listed Stir once Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours HIGH 6 hourg SPANISH RICE 2 Ibs ground chuck or beef 1 cup water 1 medium onion chopped 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 green pepper chopped 12 teaspoon salt 1 can 28 0z tomatoes 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 2 cans 8 0z each tomato sauce 1 cup uncooked rice converted Brown beef in skillet and drain off fat Put all ingredients in stoneware Stir thoroughly Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4 hourg MOCK LASAGNA 1 package 10 0z broad lasagna noodles 1 carton 12 oz cottage cheese broken into bite size pieces 2 cans 6 0z each tomato paste 1 Ib ground beef cup water lb Italian sausage 14 teaspoon salt 1 onion chopped teaspoon ground black pepper 1 clove garlic minced 1 tablespoons dried parsley 12 0z Mozzarella cheese shredded 1 teaspoon dried basil Cook noodles according to package directions until tender d
11. oon liquid hot pepper sauce 2 cups water 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 cup dry shell pasta cook according to package directions Combine all ingredients except pasta in stoneware Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4 hours E14 HERBED TURKEY BREAST 5 to 6 pound turkey breast fresh or thawed teaspoon dry basil 2 tablespoons butter or margarine teaspoon rubbed sage 1 tablespoon soy sauce 14 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced 14 teaspoon garlic powder cup garden vegetable flavored whipped cream cheese Place turkey in stoneware Combine remaining ingredients and brush over turkey Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4 hours HONEY CHICKEN WITH PECAN DRESSING 1 cup chopped onion 14 teaspoon salt 1 cup chopped celery 14 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 large clove garlic minced 1 can 14 2 02 chicken broth 1 package 7 02 herbed seasoned stuffing cubes 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves cup egg substitute 3 tablespoons apple juice 3 tablespoons chopped pecans toasted 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning Spray a medium non stick skillet with non stick vegetable coating place over medium high heat until hot Add onion celery and garlic cook until tender Place cooked vegetables in large mixing bowl Add stuffing cubes egg substitute pecans poultry seasoning salt and pepper Stir in chicken broth to moisten Spoon dressing into stoneware Place chicken breasts o
12. over meat stir to coat meat with flour Add remaining ingredients and stir to mix well Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours HIGH 6 hours Stir stew thoroughly before serving THE RECIPES NEW FASHIONED BEAN SOUP 1 pound dry navy beans soaked overnight 1 quarts water 1 Ib lean boneless ham cut into cubes 1 bay leaf optional 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper cup chopped celery leaves Drain the soaked beans discard water Combine all ingredients in stoneware Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours HIGH 6 hours WHITE CHILI 1 lb Great Northern beans soaked 1 medium onion chopped 3 cloves garlic minced 2 cans 4 0z each green chilies 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoons cayenne pepper teaspoon salt 2 Ibs skinless boneless chicken breasts 1 can 14 4 0z reduced sodium chicken broth 1 cup water Put beans in medium pan and cover with water Bring to boil reduce heat and allow to simmer 20 minutes Drain and discard water Cut chicken into 1 inch pieces and brown if desired Put all ingredients in stoneware Stir to mix thoroughly Cover and cook on LO PASTA FAGIOLI SOUP 1 can 15 0z Great Northern beans 1 onion chopped 1 stalk celery 2 cloves garlic minced 2 cans 10 4 0z each beef broth 2 cans 14 4 0z each whole tomatoes 10 hours HIGH 6 hours teaspoon ground black pepper teaspoon dried marjoram teaspoon cayenne 14 teasp
13. p cooking simple In most cases all ingredients can go into your slow cooker in the beginning and can cook all day Many preparatory steps are unnecessary when using the Crock Pot sow cooker A few hints e Allow sufficient cooking time e Cook with cover on e Do not add as much water as some recipes indicate e Remember liquids don t boil away as in conventional cooking Usually you ll have more liquid at the end of cooking instead of less It s one step cooking many steps in recipes may be deleted Add ingredients to the stoneware at one time and cook as directed add any liquid last e Vegetables do not overcook as they do when boiled in your oven or on your range Therefore everything can go into the slow cooker at one time EXCEPTION milk sour cream or cream should be added during last hour of cooking E10 GUIDE TO ADAPTING YOUR OWN RECIPES CONT PASTA AND RICE If recipe calls for cooking noodles macaroni etc cook before adding to Slow cooker Don t overcook just until slightly tender If cooked rice is called for stir in with other ingredients add cup extra liquid per cup of ti rice Use long grain converted rice for best results in all day cooking LIQUIDS Use less in slow cooking usually about half the recommended amount One cup of liquid is enough for any recipe unless it contains rice or pasta SAUTEING VEGETABLES Generally not necessary Stir in chopped or sliced
14. r roasts and stews pour liquid over meat Use no more liquid than specified in the recipe More juices in meats and vegetables are retained in slow cooking than in conventional cooking e Most vegetables should be thinly diced or placed near the sides or bottom of the stoneware Meats generally cook faster than most vegetables in a slow cooker e Use whole leaf herbs and spices for best and truest flavor for all day cooking If ground herbs and spices are used they should be stirred in during the last hour e Because there is no direct heat at the bottom always fill the stoneware at least half full to conform to recommended times Small quantities may be prepared but cooking time will be affected e A specific liquid called for in a recipe may be varied if an equal quantity is substituted Such as substituting a 10 ounce can of soup plus 4 ounces of water for a 14 ounce can of tomatoes OR cup beef or chicken broth for 4 cup of wine e Beans must be softened completely before combining with sugar and or acid foods NOTE Sugar and acid have a hardening effect on beans and will prevent softening Dried beans especially red kidney beans should be boiled before adding to a recipe Cover the beans with 3 times their volume of unsalted water and bring to a boil Boil 10 minutes reduce heat cover and allow to simmer 1 hours or until beans are tender Soaking in water if desired should be completed before boiling Discard water after soak
15. rain Brown ground beef and sausage drain and put in lightly greased stoneware Add all remaining st aa Stir to mix thoroughly Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4 ours E16 THE RECIPES JAMBALAYA 12 oz skinless boneless chicken breasts 2 green bell peppers seeded and chopped 1 medium onion chopped 2 stalks celery sliced 4 cloves garlic minced 1 can 14 4 0z whole tomatoes cup tomato paste 1 can beef broth 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 teaspoons dried basil leaves teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper teaspoon salt 1 Ib shrimp shelled and deveined 3 cups cooked rice Cut chicken into 1 inch pieces Add all ingredients except shrimp and rice to stoneware Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4 hours Add shrimp during last 15 to 30 minutes of cooking Stir in rice when ready to serve COUNTRY SCALLOPED POTATOES AND HAM 8 potatoes peeled and thinly sliced 1 can 10 4 0z cream of mushroom soup 1 onion chopped 2 cups water 1 pound fully cooked ham cut into 1 cubes 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 package 1 0z country style gravy Combine potatoes onion and ham in lightly greased stoneware Combine gravy mix mushroom soup and water whisk until combined Pour gravy mixture over potatoes Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4 hours Top with cheese during last 30 minutes NOTE To prevent darkening of potatoes toss sliced uncooked potatoes in
16. s HIGH 6 hours HONEY SMOKED BRISKET Place 3 to 4 pound beef brisket on a large piece of aluminum foil Sprinkle generously with cup of liquid smoke and teaspoon each of celery salt garlic salt and onion powder Wrap well and put into stoneware Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours HIGH 6 hours Slice brisket into thin slices Serve warm with juices poured over each slice BARBEQUED RIBS 3 to 4 Ibs spareribs 1 onion sliced teaspoon salt 1 jar 16 0z barbeque sauce 2 teaspoon ground black pepper Slice ribs into serving size pieces Rub each side of spareribs with salt and pepper Place ribs in broiler pan and broil 15 minutes or until browned Cut ribs into serving portions Put sliced onion in stoneware Pour barbeque sauce on top Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours HIGH 6 hours E12 THE RECIPES ARROZ CON POLLO Chicken With Rice 4 chicken breast halves skin and excess fat removed 1 small red bell pepper seeded and chopped teaspoon salt 3 cloves garlic minced teaspoon ground black pepper teaspoon dried rosemary leaves paprika 1 can 14 0z crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon cooking oil 1 package 10 0z frozen peas 1 medium onion chopped Season chicken with salt pepper and paprika In a medium skillet heat oil over medium high heat Add chicken and brown drain Put chicken in stoneware In a small bowl combine remaining ingredients except peas Pour over chicken Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours HIGH 4
17. se is required when requesting warranty service S warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and does not apply to c or to damage to the product not resulting from defect or malfunction whi consumer Rival disclaims all responsibility for consequential incidental or commercial losses caused itation of incidental or by the use of this product Some states do not allow this exclusion or lim consequential losses so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you Th AVE YOUR SALES RECEIPT This anship for one 1 year from date hese procedures ace at no charge the defective service station To obtain warranty urns 32B Spur Drive El Paso TX commercial use unreasonable use e in the possession of the is warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to s ate RIVAL 2003 Rival A Division of The Holmes Group Crock Pot is a registered trademark of Rival Smart pot is a trademark of The Holmes Group Inc or its subsidiaries Printed in China 428 0888 03EFM2
18. st be reset If cook time is changed before the cycle is complete the time will reset to the new setting E5 HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SMART POT Unplug unit CAUTION Never submerge heating unit in water or other liquid e GLASS the lids may be washed in the dishwasher REMOVABLE STONEWARE e The removable stoneware goes safely into the dishwasher or may be washed in hot soapy water Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds a cloth a sponge or rubber spatula will usually remove the residue To remove water spots and other stains use a non abrasive cleaner such as Bon Ami Polishing Cleanser or vinegar e The outside case may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm soapy water Wipe dry Do not use abrasive cleaners CARE OF STONEWARE As with any fine ceramic the stoneware bowl will not withstand the shock of sudden temperature changes e If the stoneware has been preheated or is hot to the touch do not put in cold foods Do not preheat Crock Pot slow cooker before using unless specified in the recipe The stoneware should be at room temperature before adding hot foods e To wash your stoneware right after cooking use hot water Do not pour in cold water if the stoneware is hot E6 HINTS e Trim fats and wipe meats well to remove residue If meats contain fats brown in a separate skillet or broiler and drain well before adding to cooker Season with salt and pepper Place meat in cooker on top of vegetables e Fo
19. vegetables with other ingredients ONLY EXCEPTION eggplant should be parboiled or sauteed due to strong flavor Since vegetables develop their full flavor potential with dow cooking expect delicious results even when you reduce quantities Because vegetables take longer to cook than meat dice or chop them when possible HERBS AND SPICES Leaf or whole herbs and spices are preferred but their flavor power may increase use half the recommended amount If you use ground herbs and spices add during last hour of cooking MILK Milk cream and sour cream tend to break down during extended cooking When possible add during last hour of cooking Condensed soups may be substituted for milk etc and can cook for extended times SOUPS Some soup recipes call for 2 to 3 quarts of water Add other soup ingredients to slow cooker then add water only to cover If thinner soup is desired add more liquid at serving time If milk based recipes have no other liquid for initial cooking add 1 or 2 cups water Then during last hour of cooking stir in milk or cream as called for E11 THE RECIPES POT ROAST OF BEEF 1 3 to 4 Ib boneless beef roast 1 onion sliced 4 cup water or beef broth 1 teaspoon salt 3 medium potatoes thinly sliced teaspoon ground black pepper 2 large carrots thinly sliced Put vegetables in bottom of stoneware Salt and Py meat then place in pot on top of vegetables Add liquid Cover and cook on LOW 10 hour
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