User manual CUISINART GR4E

[. . . ] Read the section "Cleaning and Maintenance" for more information. INSERTING THE COOKING PLATES 2 interchangeable cooking plates, non-stick and dishwasher compatible for easy clean-up: Grill plates: ideal for grilling steaks, hamburgers, chicken and vegetables. The plates are intended for either the lower part ("LOWER"), or for the upper part ("UPPER"). When using the grill and griddle in the closed position, only 1 drip cup is required. [. . . ] Once the appliance has preheated, distribute the food evenly on the plates and cook for the time recommended in the table (see pp. When the appliance has reached the desired temperature, the indicator light will go on. Once the appliance has preheated, place the food on the plates intended for the desired cooking method and cook for the time recommended in the table. TABLE OF COOKING METHODS AND TIMES The cooking times are for reference only and will vary depending on the amount of food being cooked or the size or thickness of the food!Meats 1 Kg ribs Tournedos Rump steak - Undercut Rib steak - Faux filet Steak haché Beef brochette Veal chop Veal escalope Veal brochette Brochette of offal Veal kidney Pork chops Pork mignon Sausage Black pudding, whole sliced Andouillette Pork brochette Lamb chop Slice off joint Merguez Lamb brochette Fillet of duck Saddle of hare Poultry breasts Chicken thighs Chicken brochette Rashers of bacon Frogs' legs Selection Panini Grill Panini Grill Barbecue Panini Grill Barbecue Panini Grill Barbecue Panini Grill Barbecue Panini Grill Barbecue Panini Grill Barbecue Barbecue Plancha Panini Grill Barbecue Panini Grill Panini Grill Barbecue Barbecue Plancha Panini Grill Barbecue Barbecue Barbecue Panini grill Barbecue/Plancha Panini Grill Panini Grill Panini Grill Panini Grill Panini Grill Panini Grill Plancha Plancha Panini Grill Method or temperature 4 4 200° 4 200° 4 200° 5 200° 4 200° 4 220° 200° 200° 4 200° 4 4 200° 180° 200° 3 200° 200° 200° 4 200° 4 3 3 4 4 4 200° 200° 5 Cooking time 15 minutes 5 minutes 10 minutes 5 minutes 10 minutes 4 minutes 10 minutes 3 minutes 8 minutes 6 minutes 18 minutes 6 minutes 8 minutes 18 minutes 18 minutes 10 minutes (whole) 15 minutes (sliced) 6 to 7 minutes 10 minutes (whole) 18 to 20 minutes 20 minutes 5 minutes 15 minutes 20 to 22 minutes 6 to 8 minutes 15 minutes 5 minutes 10 minutes 5 minutes 10 minutes 18 minutes 5 minutes 15 minutes 4 minutes 2 minutes 6 minutes 4 minutes White calamari Large prawns Whole fish Sea bass filet Pikeperch filet Whole trout Blanched asparagus Artichoke Fruit Apple (half) Banana (whole with skin) Pineapple (slice) Sandwiches and miscellaneous Panini Grilled sandwich Hamburger Brunch muffins Pancakes Crêpes Blinis Fried egg Scrambled eggs What do I do if: Answers My appliance releases smoke when It is normal for your appliance to I use it for the first time?Release some smoke when it is first used; try cleaning it with a damp cloth before turning it on. Make sure the plug is properly plugged into the outlet, that you selected a cooking method, and that the appliance has preheated properly. Check the temperature selected or the cooking method for the food and make sure the appliance is properly preheated. Use the grill in the barbecue or in the combined option position and cook each kind of food on a different plate, this way the food flavours won't mix. The plates with "lower" inscribed in them are inserted into the lower part and those with "upper" inscribed on them are inserted into the upper part by simply clipping them in place. After letting the appliance cool, wipe with a hot, damp cloth but do not run water over it. Avoid using too much fat when cooking (e. Brush a little fat/oil over your dry food. To preserve the non-stick quality of the cooking plates, do not let them remain heated and not in use for too long and do not use abrasives to clean. Use wooden or heat-resistant plastic utensils to turn your food and avoid cutting it on the plates. Cut the food evenly to obtain even cooking. With practice, you will become accustomed to the cooking times and settings necessary to cook food to taste. Prepare spice-based marinades or condiments for your meat or fish; grilled foods will be fragrant and plancha-cooked foods more tender. I have different kinds of food to cook? I have trouble inserting the plates into the appliance? Some cooking juice ran onto the appliance housing?When you have finished cooking, turn the button to "O" and unplug the appliance. [. . . ] Do not put anything on the grill when it is on. Leave enough space between the grill and the walls or furniture. Do not place the grill below wall-mounted kitchen elements. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the work surface and do not let it touch hot surfaces. [. . . ]