Euro-Pro KC255E User's Manual
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1. 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 f cooking soups or stews leave a 2 inch space between the top of the ceramic pot and the food so that the recipe can come to a 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 cover and refrigerate overnight In the morning simply place the ceramic pot in the slow cooker and select the temperature setting Meat amp Poultry require at least 7 to 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 ceramic pot and glass lid with care Use oven mitts when lifting the ceramic pot containing hot foods Avoid extreme temperature changes in the ceramic pot or glass lid For example do not place into or under2. meat in the bottom of the ceramic pot Unplug the slow cooker when cooking is complete Before cleaning allow to cool completely The ceramic pot cannot withstand the shock of sudden temperature changes Donotuse frozen meat or poultry in a slow cooker Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking 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 Setting the Temperature The slow cooker has been developed with a wrap around side element concealed in the unit This element provides the low even temperature that makes lengthy cooking times possible As a result of the wrap around element food will not stick to the base of the ceramic pot despite the long cooking time and the need to stir food is almost unnecessary As food cooks just below boiling point very little steam is given off and there is next to no evaporation all of which provides flavorful tender and moist results even with budget cuts of meat LOW The low heat setting gently simmers food for an extended period of time without overcooking or burning No stirring is required when using this setting Ideal for vegetable dishes and re heating HI The high heat setting is used when baking or cooking dried beans and will cook food in half the time required for the low setting as food will boil when cooked on the high setting Occasional stirr
3. unplug the unit You can serve the meal in the removable ceramic pot Let ceramic pot and glass cover cool completely before washing Removing Cover and Ceramic Pot Note The glass cover and the ceramic pot are hot Use a cloth or pot holder to hold them When removing the cover tilt so that the opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by the steam The sides of the metal housing of the slow cooker get very warm Use oven mitts or pot holders to remove the ceramic pot The removable ceramic pot can be used for serving the meal at the table Guide to Slow Cooking Always allow sufficient time for the food to cook It is almost impossible to overcook food in the slow cooker particularly when using the low or keep warm settings Most of the recipes contained within this book can be cooked on any one of the temperature settings however the cooking times will vary accordingly Each recipe in this book will give specific instructions indicating the appropriate temperature setting as well as the suggested cooking times to use Adapting Cooking Times Your favorite traditional recipes can be adapted easily by halving the amount of liquid and increasing the cooking time considerably See the guide below for suggested cooking times and settings when adjusting your favorite recipes Traditional Recipe Time Slow Cooker Recipe Time Note These times are approximate Times can vary depending on ingredients and quan
4. your slow cooker loosely coil the power cord don t wrap the cord around the unit Cooking Recipes Hot Spiced Cherry Cider Ingredients 31 2 quarts apple cider 3 cinnamon sticks 4 50z orange flavored gelatin 4 50z cranberry flavored gelatin Directions Mix together the apple cider and cinnamon sticks in the Slow cooker Heat on High for 3 hours Stir in cranberry amp orange flavored gelatin Keep on High 1 more hour and allow gelatin to dissolve Turn to Low to keep warm Serve directly from the Slow cooker Hot Cheese Di Ingredients 3 4 cup butter 2 stalks celery thinly sliced 1 medium onion chopped 1 4 oz can sliced mushrooms drained 3tbs flour 1 10 1 2 oz can cream of celery soup 1 5 to 6 oz garlic cheese roll cut up 1 10 oz package chopped broccoli Directions In a small skillet melt the butter and saute the celery onion and mushrooms Stir in the flour Turn into a lightly greased slow cooker stir in remaining ingredients Cover cook on High stirring about every 15 minutes until the cheese is melted Turn to Low for about 2 to 4 hours or until ready to serve Serve with corn chips cauliflower broccoli carrot strips celery and radishes Spinach Artichoke Dip Ingredients 1 8 oz packages of softened cream cheese 1 4 cup light cream 1 3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 4tsp garlic powder 1 8 oz box frozen cut leaf spinach thawed and well drained 1 12 oz jar or can quartered arti
5. Cover and cook on low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until liquid is absorbed Stir pudding Sprinkle pudding with sugar and cinnamon Serve warm Barbecued Ribs Ingredients 21 2lbs pork loin back ribs 1 2cup packed brown sugar 1 2tsp pepper 11 2tbs liquid smoke 2 garlic cloves chopped 1 2tsp salt or to taste 2 small onions sliced 1 2cup cola 1 cup barbecue sauce Directions Spray inside of slow cooker with cooking spray Remove inner skin from ribs Mix brown sugar pepper liquid smoke garlic and salt rub mixture into ribs Cut ribs into 4 inch pieces Layers ribs and onion in slow cooker Pour cola over ribs Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until tender Remove ribs from slow cooker Drain and discard liquid Pour barbecue sauce into shallow bowl Dip ribs into sauce Place ribs in slow cooker Pour any remaining sauce over ribs Cover and cook on low heat setting 1 hour 10 KC255E E UR Q P R O x ONE 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY EURO PRO OPERATING LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase when utilized for normal household use If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period return the complete appliance and accessories freight prepaid For Customer Service support call 1 800 798 7398 or visit our website www euro pro com If the a
6. EURO PRO X OWNER S MANUAL Model KC255E 120V 60Hz 290 Watts 5 Qt Oval Slow Cooker EURO PRO Operating LLC Boston MA 02465 1 800 798 7398 WWW euro pro com COPYRIGHT EURO PRO OPERATING LLC 2008 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your EURO PRO Slow Cooker basic safety precautions should always be observed including the following 1 2 3 13 14 15 Read all instructions before using your Slow Cooker Do not touch hot surfaces Always use handles or knobs Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord plug or any parts of the slow cooker in water or any other liquids Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces Do not operate appliance with damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damage in any manner Return appliance to the nearest EURO PRO Operating LLC for examination repair or adjustment Unplug appliance from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause hazard or injury Never place ceramic directly on a heated surface as this could cause the cracking To disconnect turn the control knob to OFF then re
7. choke hearts rinsed 2 3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1cup prepared salsa mixture canned or fresh Directions In a food processor process the cream cheese cream Parmesan cheese and garlic powder until smooth and creamy Add the spinach and process until thoroughly mixed Add the artichokes and process until coarsely chopped Spoon the mixture in to the Slow cooker Cover and cook on High for 1 to 1 5 hours until hot in the center Sprinkle the top evenly with Monterey Jack cheese and spoon the salsa in a ring around the inside edges of the Stoneware Cover and continue heating on High 15 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted Teriyaki Chicken Wings Ingredients 2 lbs chicken wings 1 1 2 large onion chopped 2 3cup soy sauce 2 3 cup brown sugar 1tsp ground ginger or to taste 2 cloves garlic minced 1 2cup dry cooking sherry Directions Rinse the chicken and pat dry Cut off and discard wing tips Cut each wing at the joint to make two sections Place the wing parts on a broiler pan Broil 4 to 5 inches from the heat for 20 minutes 10 minutes on each side or until chicken is brown Transfer to the slow cooker Mix together the onion soy sauce brown sugar ginger garlic and cooking sherry in a bowl Pour over the chicken wings Cover cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours or on High for 2 to 3 hours Stir chicken wings Be sure wings are evenly coated with sauce Vegetable Minestrone Ingredients 4 cup
8. cold water while still hot DO NOT s Use the ceramic pot if chipped or cracked Operate the slow cooker without the ceramic pot in place Place the hot ceramic pot onto a wet surface Use frozen meats or foods in slow cooker Always defrost them first Place the glass lid in oven or microwave NEVER Use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads when cleaning the ceramic pot Place water or other liquids into the base of the slow cooker Immerse the base cord or plug of the slow cooker into water Touch hot surfaces with bare hands Cleaning amp Maintenance CAUTION Make sure that the unit is unplugged from the power source and the control button is on Off before cleaning Always allow unit to cool before cleaning Remove the ceramic pot and glass lid and wash in hot soapy water using a mild household detergent Rinse and dry thoroughly Never use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads to clean the ceramic pot or glass lid To soften stubborn cooked on foods fill the ceramic pot with warm soapy water and allow to soak Remove by lightly scrubbing with a nylon kitchen brush The ceramic pot and glass slid can be washed in the dishwasher However care should be taken not to chip or crack the ceramic pot or glass lid Never immerse the metal housing cord or plug in water or any other liquid Clean the metal housing only with a damp cloth Do NOT immerse in water When storing
9. er with a note giving purchase information model number and what you believe is the problem with item We recommend you insure the package as damage in shipping is not covered by your warranty Mark the outside of your package ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE We are constantly striving to improve our products therefore the specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION CARD FOR CANADIAN CONSUMERS ONLY Please fill out and mail the product registration card within ten 10 days of purchase The registration will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification By returning this card you acknowledge to have read and understood the instructions for use and warnings set forth in the accompanying instructions RETURN TO EURO PRO OPERATING LLC 4400 Bois Franc St Laurent QC H4S 1A7 KC255E Appliance model Date purchased Name of store Owner s name Address Citv Prov Postal Code Printed in China
10. ing of stews and casseroles will improve the flavor distribution food should be monitored when using the high setting just like cooking in a pot with the lid on KEEP WARM The keep warm setting is for holding the Low Hi prepared recipe at a perfect serving temperature This setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked If food has been refrigerated it ott must be heated on low or high and then switched to keep warm WARNING Do Not Cook on Keep Warm Setting Keep Warm Using Your Slow Cooker Prepare recipe according to instructions Place prepared food into the removable ceramic pot and cover with the glass cover Plug the unit into an electrical outlet and switch to desired temperature setting Low High or Keep Warm position It is not necessary to stir the ingredients leave the cooking to the slow cooker Cooking time differs by the amount of ingredients room temperature and many other factors Adjust the cooking time in reference to the actual result Repeatedly removing the glass cover will decrease the temperature in the ceramic pot e Certain dishes may not cook if the room temperature is below 5 C or 41 F e Carefully lift the glass cover away from you Remember there is steam trapped under the glass cover Note The glass cover and the ceramic pot are hot Use a cloth or pot holder to hold them Exercise caution to avoid burns When finished turn to Off position and
11. move the plug Always hold the plug and never pull the cord Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food water or other liquids The glass lid and ceramic pot are fragile Handle them with care Never put cold water in a heated ceramic pot as the pot may crack Never cook directly in metal housing Use the removable ceramic pot 16 17 19 20 21 22 23 Never turn the switch On when the ceramic pot is empty as this could cause a malfunction Never touch the exterior of the slow cooker during its operation and before it cools after switching to Off position Avoid sudden temperature changes such as adding frozen foods into the heated ceramic pot Always keep the slow cooker dry especially the metal housing When using this appliance provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation On surfaces where heat may cause a problem an insulated heat pad is recommended Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area Do not use appliance for other than intended use Lift and tilt cover away from you carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip into unit This unit has a short power supply cord to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord An extension cord may be used if you are careful in its use 1 The electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical ra
12. ppliance is found to be defective in material or workmanship EURO PRO Operating LLC will repair or replace it free of charge Proof of purchase date and 12 95 to cover the cost of return shipping and handling must be included The liability of EURO PRO Operating LLC is limited solely to the cost of the repair or replacement of the unit at our option This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with or used for commercial purposes This limited warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse abuse negligent handling or damage due to faulty packaging or mishandling in transit This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the unit and excludes all other legal and or conventional warranties The responsibility of EURO PRO Operating LLC if any is limited to the specific obligations expressly assumed by it under the terms of the limited warranty In no event is EURO PRO Operating LLC liable for incidental or consequential damages of any nature whatsoever Some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Important Carefully pack item to avoid damage in shipping Be sure to include proof of purchase date and to attach tag to item before packing with your name complete address and phone numb
13. s vegetable or chicken broth 4 cups tomato juice 1 tbs dried basil leaves 1 tsp salt 1 2 tsp dried oregano leaves 1 2 tsp pepper 3 medium carrots sliced I 1 2 cups 3 medium celery stalks chopped 1 1 2 cups 2 medium onion chopped 1 cup 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 6 ounces 3 garlic cloves finely chopped 2 cans 28 ounces diced tomatoes undrained 11 2 cups uncooked rotini pasta Shredded Parmesan cheese if desired Directions Mix all ingredients except pasta and cheese in slow cooker Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until vegetables are tender Stir in pasta Cover and cook on high heat setting 15 to 20 minutes or until pasta is tender Sprinkle each serving with cheese Traditional Baked Beans Ingredients 4 cans 28 ounces each vegetarian baked beans drained 11 2 medium onion chopped 3 4 cup 1 cup barbecue sauce 3 4 cup packed brown sugar 3 tbs ground mustard Directions Mix all ingredients Cover and cook on low heat setting 4 to 5 hours or high heat setting 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes or until desired consistency Classic Rice Pudding Ingredients 4 cups cooked white rice 3 Acup raisins 11 Atsp vanilla 11 4 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 11 4 can 12 ounces evaporated milk 11 2tbsp sugar 1tsp ground cinnamon or to taste Directions Spray inside of slow cooker with cooking spray Mix all ingredients except sugar and cinnamon in cooker
14. ting of the appliance An extension cord with the power cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where they can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For Household Use Only WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not modify the plug in any way Rev 06 03C GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SLOW COOKER 1 Cover 2 Removable Ceramic Pot 3 Metal Housing 4 Control Knob 5 Inner Metal Lining attached to metal housing not removable Technical Specifications 120V 60Hz 290 Watts Voltage Power Read all the sections of this booklet and follow all the instructions carefully Before Using Your Slow Cooker Prior To First Use Clean The Unit Thoroughly Before using for the first time wash the cover and the ceramic pot in hot soapy water Do not immerse metal housing in water or any other liquid Rinse and dry thoroughly Plug cord into a 120 volt AC outlet Always cook with the cover on and the ceramic pot in position Remember that frequent lifting of the cover delays the cooking time When cooking a meat and vegetable combination place the
15. tities in recipes All food should be cooked with the glass lid in place Each time the lid is lifted both the heat and moisture in the food are 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 halve 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 setting for 30 45 minutes or until the liquid reduces by the desirable amount Stirring Food Little or no stirring is required when using the low or keep warm setting when using the high setting stirring ensures even flavor distribution Basic Cooking Time Guide 3 Qt Beef Stew 8 10 Hours 4 5Hours 3 Qt Chili 8 10 Hours 3 Qt Vegetable Soup 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 the glass cover unnecessarily this will result in major heat loss Do not cook without the glass cover in place e Stirring is not necessary when using a slow cooker However if cooking on high you may want to stir occasionally
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