User manual CUISINART PSC400E

[. . . ] ) it is preferable to brown the meat over high heat before cooking it in the bowl to eliminate fat and give it a colour that will improve the taste of your preparation. When the cooking is finished, the unit will switch automatically over to the keep warm setting. Turn the unit off at the desired time or allow it to turn itself off after 8 hours. Adjusting the timer: Lets you programme the cooking time according to the type of food. [. . . ] The amount of liquid called for in your recipes should be adjusted to the appliance. When a recipe calls for bouillon, it is best to use a hot bouillon to speed cooking. To thicken sauces, add beurre manié (mixture of butter and flour), or a little cream, at the end of cooking to prevent the sauce from curdling. Another technique is to add flour immediately after having returned the pieces of meat and the aromatic garnish to the bowl. Then, after cooking, add the cooking liquid for a thick and creamy sauce. By using the rack provided and adding some water to the bowl, you can cook delicate preparations, like crèmes brûlées, crèmes caramels, foie gras pâtés, fish loaves, etc. All recipes with a wine marinade base have a very pronounced flavour because very little alcohol evaporates during cooking. The food catches during Make sure there is enough cooking?Ch e ck th at t h e u n i t is The slow cooker is still warm unplugged; the keep warm after a few hours?Check that it has b een The slow cooker does not programmed and that the work?The bowl is too full, remove The preparation spills over the some of the ingredients or bowl during cooking?Do not over f ill the slow cooker and avoid mixing the preparation too much at the end of cooking when the ingredients are well cooked. For quick and even cooking, cut the food before you begin. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking so that the ambient heat is maintained. Use the tip of a knife to test whether the food is cooked. Always use the bowl provided with the unit to cook with the slow cooker. Unplug the Cuisinart® and allow to cool before cleaning. Wash the ceramic bowl and lid in the dishwasher, or clean them with hot, soapy water. If food is stuck to the bowl, fill it with warm, soapy water and allow to soak before cleaning. If scouring is necessary, use a liquid detergent with a brush or a nylon sponge. To clean the body of the unit, use a damp cloth and a little soft detergent. Always follow the safety instructions to avoid injuring yourself or damaging the unit. [. . . ] Do not allow children to use the slow cooker. Do not use the unit if it has been dropped or if it appears damaged. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or a similarly qualified professional to avoid danger. Use of any accessories not recommended or sold by Cuisinart®could result in fire, shock or risk of injury. [. . . ]