Breville SLC50, SLC30 Manual

Model SLC30/50

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INSTRUCTIONS AND RECIPES FOR USE

MODEL SLC30/SLC50

Meal Maker

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CONGRATULATIONS

On your purchase of your new Breville Meal Maker.

We have designed the Meal Maker slow cooker with

only the best in features and performance, so that

you, our valued customer, can enjoy a wide range of

'Flavoursome Foods' and 'Tender Moist Meats',

simply cooked to perfection every time.

• You can cook a variety of foods such as soups,

casseroles, curries, pot roasts and of course your,

own favourite recipes with little fuss or bother.

• You can use more economical cuts of meat

because the slow, cooking method tenderizes the

meat and intensifies the flavour of foods.

• You can be sure all food cooked in the Breville Meal

Maker is safe, as all of the settings reach

temperatures high enough and quick enough to

prevent bacterial growth.

• You can use the

Auto Setting to produce a

delicious hot meal, ready to serve, when you return

home after a busy day away.

• You can use the

High Setting for baking cakes,

cooking dried beans and pulses, or to just simply

produce your meal a little quicker.

• You can use the

Low Setting for an extended

period of time without burning or overcooking food.

We wish you, your family and friends many

memorable meals cooked in your Breville Meal

Maker.

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CONTENTS

Page

Breville Recommends Safety First ........................................................................................4

Know Your Meal Maker ........................................................................................................5

Operating Your Meal Maker..................................................................................................6

A Beginner’s Guide to Slow Cooking....................................................................................8

Hints and Tips....................................................................................................................11

Care and Cleaning .............................................................................................................12

Recipes..............................................................................................................................13

Soups.....................................................................................................................13

Chicken ..................................................................................................................18

Beef, Pork, Veal and Lamb .....................................................................................22

Vegetarian...............................................................................................................32

Desserts .................................................................................................................37

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KNOW YOUR MEAL MAKER

1. Removable crockery pot (SLC30 3 litre

capacity, SLC50 5 litre capacity)

2. Wraparound element for even heating

3. 3 Temperature control settings dial,

with Hi, Low and Auto shift for greater

cooking control

4. Tempered glass cook’n’look lid allows

you to monitor food during cooking

5. Cool touch handles

6. Elastic lid holder

keeps lid secure and

firmly in place

7. Washable insulated travel carry case

for easy transport, protects against spills

and wipes easily (SLC50 only)

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

We at Breville are very safety conscious. We

design and manufacture consumer products

with 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:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

OPERATING AND SAVE FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles

or knobs. Allow to cool, before touching

or removing parts.

• Unplug from the power outlet when not in

use and before cleaning;

• To protect against electrical shock do not

immerse cord, plug, or base in water or

other liquid.

• The appliance is not intended for use by

young children or infirm persons without

supervision.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended

when in use. Young children should be

supervised to ensure that they do not

play with the appliance.

• If the cord, plug or actual appliance

becomes damaged in any way, return the

entire appliance to the nearest authorised

Breville service centre for examination

and or repair.

• Do not let the cord hang over the edge if

a table or counter, touch hot surfaces or

become knotted.

• Do not place this appliance on or near a

hot gas or electric burner, or where it

could touch a heated oven. Use the Meal

Maker well away from walls.

• This appliance is for household use only.

Do not use this appliance for anything

other than its intended use. Do not use

outdoors.

• To disconnect the Meal Maker turn the

Heat Control dial to the "OFF" position

and remove the plug from the power

outlet.

• Use extreme caution when using the

Meal Maker with hot oil or other hot

liquids.

• When opening the lid take care as heat

and steam generated during cooking will

escape.

• Do not use the meal maker to heat

leftovers.

• Always keep raw ingredients refrigerated

until used in the meal maker.

• Always thaw frozen meat/poultry before

cooking.

• Avoid sudden temperature changes. Do

not place frozen or very cold foods into

the heated crockery pot. The crockery

pot is not suitable for storing food in the

freezer.

DO NOT PLACE FOOD OR

LIQUIDS IN THE BASE OF THIS

APPLIANCE. COOK ONLY IN

THE MEAL MAKER'S

REMOVABLE CROCKERY POT.

SLC50

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2.

3.

4.

5. 5.

6.

7.

SLC30

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OPERATING YOUR MEAL MAKER (CONTINUED)

AUTO SETTING

The AUTO setting will first cook a on high

temperature for a period of time to bring the

food quickly to the desirable temperature,

then reduce automatically to low

temperature for the completion of cooking.

This setting is ideal for slow cooking meals

overnight or when you are away for most of

the day. The food will cook safely and will be

ready on your return.

TRANSPORTING YOUR MEAL

MAKER

Your Meal Maker come complete with a lid

latch and insulated travel carry case (SLC50

only) for no fuss transport of the unit to

another location while keeping food hot.

To secure the lid latch place into the grooves

located underneath either of the handles.

Stretch the latch over the lid to the other

side of the Meal Maker and secure it

underneath the grooves on the other handle

(see Figure 1).

Once attached the latch can also be

crossed over the centre of the knob on the

glass lid to further secure the lid (see

Figure 2).

Once the lid latch has been attached, place

the Meal Maker inside the insulated travel

carry case (model SLC50 only), fitting the

unit handles through the openings in the

case. Seal the velcro flap at the front of the

case and zip the lid of the case closed (see

Figure 3).

NEVER PLUG IN AND TURN

THE MEAL MAKER ON WHEN

IT IS STILL IN THE INSULATED

TRAVEL CARRY CASE.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

Always use caution when

carrying hot foods.

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NOTE!

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OPERATING YOUR MEAL MAKER

Before first use

Place the Meal Maker on a flat, dry surface.

Remove any promotional labels or stickers.

Remove the crockery pot and glass lid.

Wash both in hot soapy, water with a mild

household detergent. Rinse and dry

thoroughly. Do not use harsh abrasives or

chemicals.

Step 1. Position the removable crockery pot

in the base of the Meal Maker. Place the

prepared food into the crockery pot. Place

the glass lid on the unit, centring it for best

results.

DO NOT PLACE FOOD OR

LIQUIDS IN THE BASE OF THIS

APPLIANCE. COOK ONLY IN

THE MEAL MAKER'S

REMOVABLE CROCKERY POT.

Step 2. With the temperature control dial

turned to the OFF position, plug the Meal

Maker into a 230/240V power outlet and

turn the power on.

Step 3. Select the desired temperature

setting, as recommended in the recipe

section, by turning the temperature control

dial to the desired setting.

AUTO, HIGH OR LOW SETTING

Step 4. When the cooking is completed,

turn the temperature control dial to the OFF

position. Switch off at the power outlet.

Carefully remove the crockery pot from the

Meal Maker base.

Step 5. Allow the Meal Maker enough time

to cool completely, before cleaning and

storing away.

USING THE TEMPERATURE

CONTROL SETTINGS

The Meal Maker has been developed with a

unique wrap-around side element, concealed

in the unit. This unique element provides the

low, even temperatures that make lengthy

cooking times possible. As a result of the

wrap-around element, food will not stick to

the base of the liner despite the long cooking

time, and the need to stir the 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 flavoursome, tender and moist

results, even with budget cuts of meat.

There are three settings to choose from and

most foods can be cooked successfully by

any one of these settings (unless otherwise

stated in the recipes).

LOW SETTING

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.

HIGH SETTING

The HIGH heat setting is used when baking,

cooking dried beans or pulses and will cook

food in half the time required for the LOW

heat setting. As food will boil when cooked on

the HIGH heat setting. It may be necessary to

add extra liquid, depending on the recipe and

the amount of time in which it is cooked.

Occasional stirring of stews and casseroles

will improve the flavour distribution. Food

should be monitored when using the high

setting, just like cooking in a pot with a lid on.

Always place the Meal Maker

on a dry, level surface and

never operate without the

crockery pot positioned in the

Meal Maker base.

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NOTE!

Always use oven mitts when

removing the crockery pot

containing hot liquids. Do not

place the heated crockery pot

on any surface affected by heat.

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NOTE!

When using the Low setting

to cook meat dishes, ensure

that the meat is prebrowned.

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NOTE!

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A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SLOW COOKING

(CONTINUED)

Preparing meat and poultry

When selecting meat, look for the leanest

cuts. Trim the meat or poultry of any visible

fat, as the slow cooking process will result in

too much liquid from excess fat. If possible,

purchase chicken portions without skin. This

reduces the release of fat into the cooking

liquid. For casserole style recipes, cut the

meat into cubes, approximately 2.5cm to

3cm. Slow cooking allows for the use of less

tender cuts of meats. See the table below

for suitable cuts of meat.

Suitable Cuts for Slow Cooking

Beef Blade, brisket, chuck, round, shin,

fresh silverside, skirt, topside.

Lamb Best neck, forequarter, neck chops,

shanks, shoulder chops.

Veal Shoulder/forequarter chops and

steaks, neck chops, knuckle (osso

bucco).

Pork Leg steaks, butterfly steaks,

boneless loin chops, fillet.

Browning before slow cooking

Pre-browning meat and poultry, prior to slow

cooking, seals in the moisture, intensifies the

flavour and provides more tender results,

whilst producing richer flavours in other

foods, such as onions, capsicums and

leeks. Pre-browning may take a little extra

time, and whilst not strictly necessary, the

rewards are evident in the end results. It is

best to use a non-stick pan, reducing the

amount of oil needed.

Roasting

Roasting in the Meal Maker results in tender,

flavoursome meats that are easy to slice.

The long, slow, covered cooking process

breaks down and softens the connective

and muscle tissue within the meat. Therefore

the cheaper cuts of meat provide perfect

results cooked by this method. The addition

of liquid is not required for roasting, however

a minimal amount is necessary for pot

roasts. Elevate the meat to be roasted on an

inverted, heatproof saucer or plate. This will

assist in keeping the surface of the meat dry

and free from any fat released throughout

the cooking process. Optionally, the meat

can be placed in an oven bag and sealed,

following the instructions on the packaging.

Suitable Cuts for Roasting

Beef Blade, fillet, rump, rib roast, sirloin,

fresh silverside, topside.

Lamb Leg, mid loin, rack, crown roast,

shank, shoulder, mini roasts.

Veal Leg, loin, rack,

shoulder/forequarter.

Pork Loin, neck, leg. remove skin

and fat, racks

Suitable Cuts for Pot Roasting

Beef Blade, chuck, round, fresh

silverside, skirt, topside

Lamb Forequarter, shank, shoulder

Veal Shoulder/forequarter

Pork Loin, neck.

Preparing vegetables

Vegetables should be prepared and cut into

small even sized pieces to ensure more even

cooking. Whole potatoes are best, if cooked

on the HIGH heat setting. Frozen vegetables

must be thawed before adding to other foods

cooking in the Meal Maker, such as an

addition to a casserole. When cooking

vegetables and meat together in the Meal

Maker, the vegetables tend to cook at a

slower rate than the meat. To gain the best

results, position the vegetables on the base

and sides of the Meal Maker and place the

meat on top.

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A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SLOW COOKING

In years gone by, food was cooked in large

pots and allowed to simmer for hours,

providing meals that were full of flavour,

moist and tender. The Meal Maker is

designed to produce these same results,

whilst leaving you the time to do other

things, making it perfect for the today's busy

lifestyles.

As most food is cooked over a period of

6-10 hours, it can be prepared in advance the

evening before, refrigerated in the removable

crockery pot, placed in the Meal Maker and

turned “ON” in the morning and left to cook

all day. When you arrive home a delicious,

hot meal will await you.

The guide below will help simplify the

process of slow cooking, allowing you to

obtain ultimate satisfaction from your Meal

Maker:

It's all in the timing

Always allow sufficient time for the food to

cook. It is almost impossible to overcook in

the Meal Maker, particularly when using the

LOW or AUTO setting. 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 will give specific

instructions, indicating the appropriate

temperature setting accompanied by the

suggested cooking times to use.

Adapting cooking times

Your favourite traditional recipes can be

adapted easily, by halving the amount of

liquid and increasing the cooking time

considerably. See the guide that follows for

suggested cooking times and settings when

adjusting your favourite recipes.

Traditional Meal Maker

Recipe Time: Recipe Time

15-30 minutes 4-6 hours on LOW heat

setting

60 minutes 6-8 hours on LOW heat

setting

1-3 hours 8-12 hours on LOW heat

setting

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 Meal Maker,

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

Meal Maker on the high heat setting for

30-45 minutes or until the liquid reduces by

the desirable amount.

Stirring the food

Little or no stirring is required when using

the LOW or AUTO setting. When using the

HIGH heat setting stirring ensures even

flavour distribution.

These times are approximate.

Times can vary depending on

ingredients and quantities in

recipes.

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NOTE!

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HINTS AND TIPS

• Trim all visible fat from meat or poultry.

• Add milk or cream to recipes an hour or

two before required.

• Cook dried beans and pulses first (unless

stated otherwise in recipe), 1-2 hours on

HIGH, then add remaining ingredients,

cook on LOW or AUTO for remaining time.

This ensures tender results on completion.

• The cover should always be centred on

the crockery pot for best results.

• Stirring is not necessary when using LOW

or AUTO. However, stirring when using

HIGH ensures even flavour distribution.

• If there is too much liquid on completion

of cooking, remove the lid, turn the heat

temperature control dial to HIGH and

cook for 30-45 minutes until the liquid

reduces. Alternately, for a quicker

solution, pour liquid into a non-stick pan.

Cook over a high heat for approximately

5 minutes, or until liquid reduces by the

desired amount.

• Meat and poultry require at least 6-7

hours cooked on LOW. Always thaw

frozen meat or poultry before cooking in

the Meal Maker.

• Food preparation can be done ahead of

time, placed in the crockery pot, covered

and refrigerated overnight and cooked

the following day.

• Allow a 5cm distance between the food

and the top of the crockery pot.

Particularly with food that requires

simmering, such as soups and casseroles.

• When cooking curries and casseroles,

richer, more intense flavours will develop,

when the first stage is prepared by

traditional methods, i.e. cook the onions

and spices by pre-browning in a

non-stick pan.

• When baking cakes, always pre-heat the

Meal Maker with the crockery pot in

position.

• The removable crockery pot is safe for

use in microwave and regular ovens. The

lid however, should not be placed in the

microwave or oven.

DO’S

• Handle the crockery pot and glass lid

with care.

• Avoid using abrasive cleaners or metal

scouring pads, when cleaning the

crockery pot.

• Avoid hitting the crockery pot against

hard surfaces.

• Avoid extreme temperature changes in

the crockery pot and glass lid. For

example do not place into or under cold

water while still hot.

• Use oven mitts when lifting crockery pot

containing hot liquids.

DONT’S

• Use the crockery pot if chipped or

cracked.

• Operate the Meal Maker without the

crockery pot in position.

• Place the hot crockery pot onto a wet

surface.

• Use frozen meats or foods in your Meal

Maker. Always defrost them first.

• Place the lid in the microwave or oven.

NEVER

• Place water or other liquids into the base

of the Meal Maker.

• Immerse the base, cord or plug of the

Meal Maker in water.

• Touch hot surfaces with bare hands.

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A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SLOW COOKING

(CONTINUED)

Dried Beans and Pulses

If time permits, overnight soaking of dried

beans and pulses is preferable, but not

absolutely necessary. After soaking, drain

and place in the Meal Maker and cover with

sufficient water to reach double their

volume. Cook beans on the HIGH setting for

2-4 hours or until tender. Pre-soaked beans

and pulses will cook a little faster.

Baking

When baking cakes, it is necessary to use

the HIGH setting and it is the one time that

preheating of the Meal Maker is required

prior to cooking. This should be carried out

with the crockery pot and lid in position for

20-30 minutes.

Place cake tins on an inverted, heatproof

saucer or plate. Cover the cake mixture to

be cooked, with aluminium foil or baking

paper to prevent moisture droplets. Do not

remove the cover until the cooking time has

elapsed. The cake will be cooked, when an

inserted skewer wipes clean.

High humidity, altitude and

minor fluctuations in power

may slightly effect cooking

times in the Meal Maker. As it

is almost impossible to

overcook in the Meal Maker,

allow plenty of time.

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NOTE!