Breville BGR200XL User Manual

Panini Grill

Instruction Booklet Livret d’instructions

BGR200XL

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CONGRATULATIONS

On the purchase of your new Breville Panini Grill

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CONTENTS

4 Breville recommends safety ﬁrst

6 Know your Breville Panini Grill

8 Operating your Breville Panini Grilll 12 - Hints for best results for grilling meat 14 - How to judge a steak’s doneness 15 - Hints for best results for

toasting paninis

16 Care and cleaning your Breville Panini Grilll

18 Recipes

25 One year limited warranty

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

We at Breville are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions:

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• Carefully read all instructions before

operation and save for future reference.

• Remove any packaging material and

promotional stickers before using the Panini Grill for the ﬁrst time.

• To eliminate a choking hazard for young

children, remove and safely discard the protective cover ﬁtted to the power plug of this appliance.

• Do not place the Panini Grill near

the edge of a bench or table during operation. Ensure that the surface is level, clean and free of water.

• Keep the Panini Grill clear of walls,

curtains and other heat or steam sensitive materials.

• Do not place the Panini Grill on or near

a hot gas or electric burner, or where it could touch a heated oven. Use the Panini Grill well away from walls.

• Provide adequate space above and on

all sides for air circulation around the Panini Grill.

• Do not place the Panini Grill on any

surface that may be affected by heat. The use of a heat resistant matt is recommended on these surfaces.

• Do not use on a sink drain board.

• Always use the Panini Grill on a dry,

level surface.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the

handle to lift and open the top plate. Take care when using the Adjustable Height Control.

• Do not leave the Panini Grill unattended

when in use.

• Do not place anything on top of the

Panini Grill when the lid is closed, when in use and when stored.

• Always remove the plug from the wall

outlet and allow to cool if the appliance is not in use, before cleaning, before attempting to move the appliance, disassembling, assembling and when storing the appliance.

• Do not use harsh abrasives, caustic

cleaners or oven cleaners when cleaning the Panini Grill.

• Keep the exterior housing and the non-

stick cooking plates clean. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in this book. Refer to care and cleaning (Page 16).

• If the appliance is of the grounded

type, the extension cord should be a grounding 3-wire cord.

• The use of accessory attachments

not recommended by Breville may cause injuries.

• Extreme caution must be used when

moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• Fully unwind the cord before use.

• To protect against electric shock, do not

immerse the cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid.

• Do not allow the cord to hang over the

edge of a table or bench, touch hot surfaces or become knotted.

• This appliance is not intended for use by

persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure

that they do not play with the appliance.

• It is recommended to regularly inspect

the appliance. Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord, plug or appliance becomes damaged in any way. Return the entire appliance to the nearest authorized Breville Service Center for examination and/or repair.

• Any maintenance other than cleaning

should be performed at an authorized Breville Service Center.

• This appliance is for household use only.

Do not use in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use outdoors. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. Misuse may cause injury.

NOTE: Your Breville appliance comes

with the unique Assist Plug™, conveniently designed with a ﬁnger hole in the power plug, for easy and safe removal from the outlet. For safety reasons it is recommended you plug your Breville appliance directly into the power outlet.

DO NOT use in conjunction with a power strip or extension cord.

ELECTRIC CORD STATEMENT

Your panini grill has a short cord as a safety precaution to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from pulling, tripping or becoming entangled with the cord. Do not allow children to be near or use this appliance without close adult supervision.

If you must use a longer power cord or an extension cord when using the appliance, the cord must be arranged so it will not drape or hang over the edge of a countertop, tabletop or surface area where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

To prevent electric shock, personal injury or ﬁre, the electrical rating of the extension cord you use must be the same or more than the wattage of the appliance (wattage is marked on the underside of the appliance).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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KNOW

your Breville Panini Grill

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE PANINI GRILL

1500 Watts of Power

for fast heat up and

quick searing

Floating Top Plate

allows the top plate to be

positioned horizontally for even

toasting and melting

Stainless Steel Housing with Die-Cast Arms

Variable Temperature Control

Temperature can be set to toast a panini or increased to sear steaks and chicken

‘POWER’ and ‘READY’ Lights

7 Adjustable Height Settings

reduces the weight of the top plate on more delicate foods or can be set high enough for making open melts.

Ribbed Non-Stick

Cooking Plates

large enough to accommodate

steaks and Artisan breads.

Adjustable Plate Tilt

legs can be flipped out to adjust the angle of the bottom cooking plate to drain fats into the removable drip tray.

Cord Storage in Base

Removable Drip Tray

top-shelf dishwasher safe

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OPERATING

your Breville Panini Grill

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OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE PANINI GRILL

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove and safely discard any packaging

material or promotional labels before using your Panini Grill for the ﬁrst time.

2. Check that the cooking plates are clean

and free of dust. If necessary, wipe over with a soft damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.

NOTE: When the grill is turned on and heating for the ﬁrst time, it may emit a ﬁne smoke haze. This is due to the protective substances on the heating elements. It is safe and not detrimental to the performance of the grill.

The Panini Grill can be used as a grill for searing meats and vegetables or as a panini press for toasting breads and focaccia. It also features an adjustable Height Control feature which allows you to ﬁx the top plate to a range of positions above the bottom plate.

TO USE AS A GRILL

3. Insert the power plug into a 110/120v

power outlet. The red ‘POWER’ light will illuminate.

4. Turn the variable temperature control to

‘SEAR’ for fast heat up. Allow the grill to pre-heat with the top cooking plate in the closed position until the green ‘READY’ light illuminates.

NOTE: The green ‘Ready’ light will cycle on and off during the cooking process indicating that the correct temperature is being maintained.

5. During this time, prepare the foods to be

cooked. Refer to Grilling Guide (page 13) or Grilling Recipes (page 18).

When the grill has preheated, place the foods to be cooked onto the bottom cooking plate. Always place foods towards the rear of the bottom cooking plate.

6. Close the top cooking plate. The top

cooking plate has a ﬂoating hinge that is designed to evenly press down on food. The top plate must be fully lowered to achieve grill marks on the selected foods (see ﬁg 1).

ﬁg 1

NOTE: Foods may be cooked with the top cooking plate in the open or closed position. Cooking with the top plate closed will create grill marks on both sides of the food.

7. Grilling times will depend on the food

being cooked. Refer to Grilling Guide (page 13) or Grilling Recipes (page 18).

8. When the food is grilled, use the handle

to open the grill and raise the top cooking plate. Remove food with the help of a plastic or wooden spatula. Never use metal tongs or a knife as these can cause damage to the non-stick coating.

NOTE: Always allow the grill to pre-heat until the green ‘READY’ light illuminates.

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OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE PANINI GRILL

TO USE AS A PANINI PRESS

1. Insert the power plug into a 110/120v

power outlet. The red ‘POWER’ light will illuminate.

2. Turn the variable temperature control

to ‘PANINI’ setting. Allow the grill to preheat with the top cooking plate in the closed position until the green ‘READY’ light illuminates.

3. During this time prepare the panini. When

the panini grill has pre-heated, place the panini onto the bottom cooking plate. Always place paninis towards the rear of the bottom cooking plate.

4. Close the top cooking plate. The top

cooking plate has a ﬂoating hinge that is designed to evenly press down on the panini. The top plate must be fully lowered to cook paninis.

NOTE: Foods may be cooked with the top cooking plate in the open or closed position. Cooking with the top plate closed will create grill marks on both sides of the food.

USING THE ADJUSTABLE GRILLING HEIGHT CONTROL FEATURE

Adjustable Height Control feature allows you to ﬁx the top plate to a range of positions above the bottom plate. This allows your grill to be used to grill delicate ingredients such as ﬁsh and hamburger buns without squashing. It can also be used for toasting open sandwich melts and snacks where you don’t need to apply the weight of the top plate.

1. Turn the variable temperature control to

‘SEAR’ or ‘PANINI’ setting and allow the grill to pre-heat until the green ‘READY’ light illuminates.

2. Place food to be grilled or your panini to

be melted on the bottom plate.

3. Move the Adjustable Height Control clip

on the right hand side of the grill to the desired height (see ﬁg 2).

5. Toasting should take approximately 5-8

minutes. Exact toasting time will be a matter of taste. It will also depend on the type of bread and type of ﬁlling used.

6. When the panini is cooked, use the

handle to open the grill and raise the top cooking plate. Remove panini with the help of a plastic or wooden spatula. Never use metal tongs or a knife as these can cause damage to the non-stick coating.

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4. Slowly lower the top plate until it rests on

the Adjustable Height Control clip.

5. The top plate will radiate the desired heat

to lightly grill foods or melt ingredients such as cheese. Grilling and toasting times will be a matter of taste. It will depend on the height of the top plate. Also refer to Grilling Guide (page 13) or Grilling Recipes (page 18).

ﬁg 2

OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE PANINI GRILL

NOTE: The Adjustable Grilling Height Control can be moved to accommodate thick or thin foods by sliding the clip forwards or backwards along the arm.

USING THE ANGLE ADJUST NON-SLIP FEET

Your Panini Grill features extendable feet which are designed to level the bottom plate when cooking foods such as sausages. This ensures the sausages do not roll off the hotplate but still drain the maximum amount of fat while cooking.

Simply ﬂip the feet forward to level the bottom cooking plate, or ﬂip the feet backwards to angle the bottom plate.

VARIABLE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

The Panini Grill features a Variable Temperature Control dial which allows a variety of foods to be cooked. With the dial set on ‘SEAR’ (see ﬁg 3) the temperature is correctly suited to grill meats or other foods.

With the dial set on ‘PANINI’ (see ﬁg 4) the temperature is correctly suited to toasting paninis.

The Variable Temperature Control dial allows you to select a setting suited to the foods which are being cooked.

ﬁg 4

ﬁg 3

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HINTS FOR BEST RESULTS FOR GRILLING MEAT

For best Grilling results use meat cuts which are thick enough to touch the top and base plate when the Panini Grill is closed.

Recommended Cuts

Beef Sirloin (New York), Rump, Rib

Lamb Trim Lamb Leg Steaks, Fillet,

Pork Butterfly loin Steaks, Spare

• Tougher cuts such as beef blade,

topside steak or lamb forequarter or neck chops can be used. To tenderize these cuts marinate them for a few hours or overnight in a marinade with wine or vinegar to help break down the connective tissue.

• If using a marinade recipe or pre-

marinated meats from your meat retailer, drain excess marinade off and dab with kitchen paper before placing on the Panini Grill. Some marinades contain high sugar levels which can scorch on the Grill plate when cooked.

• Do not over cook meat, even pork is

better served pink and juicy.

• Do not pierce meat with a fork or cut

meat while cooking. This will let the juices escape, resulting in a tougher dry steak.

• When removing ﬁsh pieces, use a ﬂat

heat resistant plastic spatula to support the food.

• Parboiling sausages can alleviate the

need to pierce sausages before cooking.

Eye (Scotch Fillet), Fillet.

Eye of Loin, Cutlets and Diced Lamb.

Ribs, Leg Steaks, Fillets, Diced Pork.

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HINTS FOR BEST RESULTS FOR GRILLING MEAT

GRILLING GUIDE

The below cooking times are approximate and may need to be changed depending on variances in ingredient thickness and your personal taste.

It is not recommended to cook items with thick bones such as T-bone steaks.

GRILLING GUIDE

INGREDIENT TYPE APPROX. COOKING TIME

Beef • Sirloin steak

• Minute steak

• Hamburger patties

Pork • Scotch ﬁllet

• Loin steaks

• Fillet

Lamb • Loin

• Cutlets

• Leg steaks

Chicken • Breast ﬁllets

• Thigh ﬁllets

Sausages • Thin

• Thick

Panini Sandwich or Focaccia • 5-8 minutes or until golden

Vegetables sliced ¼" thick • Eggplant

• Zucchini

• Sweet potato

Seafood • Fish ﬁllets

• Fish cutlets

• Octopus (cleaned)

• Prawns

• Scallops

• 3 minutes for medium rare

5-6 minutes for well done

• 1-2 minutes

• 4-6 minutes

• 3 minutes

• 4 minutes

• 6 minutes or until cooked

through

• 4-5 minutes or until cooked

through

• 3-4 minutes

• 6-7 minutes

brown

• 3-5 minutes

• 2-4 minutes

• 3-5 minutes

• 3 minutes

• 2 minutes

• 1 minute

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HOW TO JUDGE A STEAK’S DONENESS

JUDGING DONENESS

There is an art to determining when your steak, lamb chop or cutlet is cooked to the correct degree of doneness – rare, medium rare, medium, medium well or well done – but it is easily mastered with these handy hints and tips.

NOTE: USDA Recommended Internal Temperatures are as follows:

- Medium 145°F

- Medium Well 160°F

- Well Done 170°F

RARE

Cook for a few minutes per side, depending on thickness. Turn once only. Cook until steak feels very soft with back of tongs. A meat thermometer will show the internal temperature of a rare steak as 130-140°F (55-60°C).

MEDIUM RARE

Cook one side until moisture is just visible on top surface. Turn once only. Cook on the other side until surface moisture is visible. Steak will be cooked to medium rare when it feels soft with back of tongs. A meat thermometer will show the internal temperature of a medium rare steak as 140-150°F (60-65°C).

MEDIUM WELL

Cook one side until moisture is pooling on top surface. Turn and cook second side until moisture is pooling on top. Reduce heat slightly and continue to cook until steak feels ﬁrm with back of tongs. A meat thermometer will show the internal temperature of a medium well steak as 160-170°F (70-75°C).

WELL DONE

Cook one side until moisture is pooling on top surface. Turn and cook second side until moisture is pooling on top. Reduce heat slightly and continue to cook until steak feels very ﬁrm with back of tongs. A meat thermometer will show the internal temperature of a well done steak as 170-185°F (75-85°C).

MEDIUM

Cook one side until moisture is pooling on top surface. Turn once only. Cook second side until moisture is visible. Steak will be cooked to medium when it feels springy with back of tongs. A meat thermometer will show the internal temperature of a medium steak as 150-160°F (65-70°C).

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HINTS FOR BEST RESULTS FOR TOASTING PANINIS

BREAD

The grill is ideal for toasting most types of bread (white, wholemeal, kibbled wheat, wholegrain etc), as well as artisan breads (Focaccia, Turkish bread, baguettes, bread rolls etc). Raisin bread, brioche or other sweet breads which contain high sugar content will tend to brown quicker.

FILLINGS

Try to use canned or pre-cooked fruit as fresh fruit may give off excessive juices when heated. Be careful when biting into paninis and sandwiches containing ﬁllings such as cheese and tomato or jam as they retain heat and can burn if eaten too quickly.

TOASTING BREAD

The panini grill is ideal for toasting plain breads and Turkish bread, without any ﬁllings or spreads. Try toasting Turkish bread with jams for a great alternative to standard breads at breakfast.

FAT FREE SNACKS

Due to the non-stick cooking plates, it is not necessary to use any butter or margarine on the outside of your toasted snacks.

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CARE, CLEANING AND STORAGE

Before cleaning, remove the power plug from the power outlet. Allow your Panini Grill to cool before cleaning. The grill is easier to clean when slightly warm.

Always clean your Panini Grill after each use to prevent a build up of baked-on foods.

Wipe cooking plates with a soft cloth to remove food residue. For baked on food residue squeeze some warm water mixed with detergent over the food residue then clean with a non abrasive plastic scouring pad.

DO NOT IMMERSE ANY PART OF

THE BREVILLE PANINI GRILL IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

CLEANING THE DRIP TRAY

Remove and empty the drip tray after each use and wash the tray in warm, soapy water. Avoid the use of scouring pads or harsh detergents as they may damage the surface. Rinse and dry thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth and replace.

Alternatively the drip tray can be cleaned in the dishwasher (top shelf recommended).

DURABLE NON-STICK COATING

Cooking on a non-stick surface minimizes the need for oil, food does not stick and cleaning is easier.

Any discoloration that may occur will only detract from the appearance of the grill and will not affect the cooking performance.

When cleaning the non-stick coating, do not use metal (or other abrasive) scourers. Wash with warm soapy water. Remove stubborn residue with a non abrasive plastic scouring pad or nylon washing brush.

NOTE: The cooking plates are coated with a non-stick surface, do not use abrasives.

NOTE Do not use spray-on nonstick coatings as this will affect the performance of the non-stick surface on the cooking plates.

STORAGE

To store your Panini Grill:

1. Unplug power cord from the power outlet.

2. Allow the Grill to fully cool.

3. Slide the Height control clip towards the

front handle to the ‘LOCK’ position so that the top and bottom cooking plates are locked together.

4. Click the removable drip tray into place.

5. Wrap the power cord in the cord storage

area below the grill.

6. Store on a ﬂat, dry level surface.

NOTE The storage clip should not be used to clamp down the top plate when food is in the Panini Grill.

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