INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET &
RECIPES
Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
CGR-SMC
IB-7639-CAN
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ..................................2
Instructions for Use .....................................3
Special Features .......................................... 3
Tips and Hints ..............................................4
Cleaning and Maintenance ..........................4
Storage .........................................................4
Warranty .......................................................5
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
and knobs.
3. To protect against fire, electrical shock,
and injury to persons, DO NOT
IMMERSE CORD, plug, or unit in water
or other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts, and
before cleaning appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to the nearest Customer
Service centre see Warranty for details)
for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by Cuisinart may result in
fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let power cord hang over
edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Unplug the unit when finished cooking.
12. Do not use appliance for other than
intended use.
13. Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot oil
or other hot liquids.
14. Always attach plug to appliance first,
then plug cord into the wall outlet.
To disconnect, remove plug from
wall outlet.
15. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, REPAIR
SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL. DO NOT
REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is to be provided
to reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available and
may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the marked
electrical rating of the extension cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of
the appliance, and the longer cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children unintentionally, or tripped over.
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, 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. Do not modify the plug in any
way.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1. Before using your Cuisinart® Griddler™
overstuffed sandwich maker for the
first time, remove all protective paper
and wrapping. Remove any dust from
shipping by wiping the plates with
a damp cloth.
2. Preheat the sandwich maker. Close
lid and plug cord into a 120V AC wall
outlet. The red light will go on to signal
power. The green indicator light will go
on when unit is ready to use.
Note: The first time you use your
sandwich maker, it may have a slight
odour and may smoke a bit. This is
normal, and common to appliances
with a nonstick surface.
Note:
The cooking plates of this
Cuisinart® Griddler™ overstuffed
sandwich maker have been treated with
a special nonstick coating. Before the
first use, we suggest you season the
grids with cooking spray or oil. If using
oil, apply with a paper towel or pastry
brush. You may find it helpful to repeat
this process before each use of the
sandwich maker.
3. When the green indicator light goes
on, place ingredients on bottom plate
according to recipes. Close the lid and
lock it.
4. It may take several seconds for the
green light to go off. This is normal.
5. Once the food is ready to eat, the green
light will come on again.
6. Remove food by gently loosening the
edges with a heat-proof plastic spatula.
Never use metal utensils, as they may
damage the nonstick coating.
7. Always disconnect the plug from the
wall outlet once cooking is completed.
SPECIAL FEATURES
1. Indicator Lights
Red light illuminates when sandwich
maker has power on.
Green light illuminates when sandwich
maker is ready to cook.
Green light illuminates again when food
is ready.
2. Lock Down Lid
Lock-on handle secures contents while
cooking.
3. Rubber Feet
Will not mark countertop; keep unit
steady.
4. Nonstick Plates
Removable and dishwasher safe.
5. Brushed Stainless Steel Housing
Cover
6. Cord Storage (not shown)
Cord wraps under unit for easy storage.
7. Plate Release Button
Push in to release and remove cooking
plates.
8. Temperature Control Knob
Low, Medium and High settings.
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Tips And Hints
Preheat your Cuisinart® Griddler
overstuffed sandwich maker completely
before using. For sandwiches that are quick
to assemble, prepare sandwich fixings while
grill is preheating. The lid to the sandwich
maker should be closed while it is
preheating as well as in between making
batches of sandwiches.
The Cuisinart® Griddler™ overstuffed
sandwich maker is designed to
accommodate breads of all shapes and
sizes. The sandwich plates measure 5½
x 5 inches (13.75 x 12.5 cm) to accommodate
a wide variety of bread sizes. Breads that
are longer than 5½ inches (13.75 cm) can
easily be toasted lengthwise or on the
diagonal. Breads can also be sliced from
whole loaves.
Butter, margarine, and olive oil are
recommended for coating the outside of
bread when making sandwiches. “Light”
versions of margarines are not
recommended as they do not withstand
heat (check manufacturer’s labels for
cooking recommendations for best results).
Have butter or margarine at room
temperature when spreading on bread, or
melt and apply with a pastry brush.
For best results, moist ingredients such as
sliced tomatoes or fruits, pickles, etc.,
should be blotted or patted dry with a paper
towel. Sauces, such as tomato sauce or
salsa, can be drained for a short time in a
strainer lined with a coffee filter to remove
excess liquid.
There are limitless filling options for the
sandwich maker – from breakfast to snacks
and from dinner to dessert. Try a wide
variety of breakfast sandwiches, and
omelets, mini pizzas and calzones, burritos
and fruit pies.
Make tasty muffins and small cakes in your
sandwich maker. Most muffin mixes bake
best by using the setting between medium
and high. Spray sandwich plates with
cooking spray once preheated and use
¼ cup (50 ml) of batter per sandwich
pocket.
Muffins bake between 6 and 9 minutes.
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Packaged biscuits, bread and pizza doughs
found in the refrigerated section make great
sandwich “shells” for any type of filling.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Once you have finished cooking in the
sandwich maker, remove plug from
electrical outlet. Leave top lid open so
plates begin to cool.
Never take your sandwich maker apart for
cleaning. Simply brush crumbs from
grooves, and absorb any excess cooking oil
or excess fillings by wiping with a dry cloth
or paper towel.
You may clean the cooking plates by wiping
with a damp cloth, or you may put them in
the dishwasher. This will prevent staining or
sticking from build up of oil or fillings.
certain plates have cooled completely
before cleaning.
simply pour a little cooking oil onto area and
let stand approximately 5 minutes, thus
allowing baked-on food to soften for easy
removal.
To clean exterior, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Never use an abrasive cleanser or harsh
pad.
Never immerse cord, plug or unit
in water or other liquid. DO NOT PUT
IN DISHWASHER.
If food adheres to plates,
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STORAGE
Store with cord wrapped securely in the
rear of the base. For compact storage, stand
sandwich maker upright on back end. The
sandwich maker has been designed with
a special latch so lid stays closed during
storage.
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WARRANTY
LIMITED THREE-YEAR
WARRANTY
This warranty supersedes all previous
warranties on this Cuisinart® product. This
warranty is available to consumers only.
You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart®
product that was purchased at retail for
personal, family or household use. This
warranty is not available to retailers or other
commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that this Cuisinart® product will
be free of defects in material or workmanship
under normal home use for three years from
the date of original purchase.
For warranty purposes, we would like to
suggest that you register your product online at www.cuisinart.ca to facilitate
verification of the date of original purchase.
However, should you not wish to register
on-line we recommend the consumer to
maintain original receipt indicating proof of
purchase. In the event that you do not have
proof of purchase date, the purchase date
for purposes of this warranty will be the
date of manufacture.
When calling our Authorized Service Centre
for in warranty service please make
reference to your model number and the
manufacturing date code. This information
can be found in the rating area on the body
or underneath the base of your unit. The
model number will follow the word Model:
CGR-SMC. The manufacturing date code is
a 6 digit number. Example, 080630 would
designate year, month & day (2008, June
30th).
If your Cuisinart® product should prove to be
defective within the warranty period, we will
repair it or, if we think it necessary, replace
it. To obtain warranty service, please call
our Consumer Service Centre toll-free at
1-800-472-7606 or write to:
Cuisinart Canada
100 Conair Parkway,
Woodbridge, Ontario L4H 0L2
ping and handling of the product. Please also
be sure to include a return address, description of the product defect, product serial
number, and any other information pertinent
to the product’s return. Please pay by cheque
or money order.
NOTE: For added protection and secure
handling of any Cuisinart® product that is
being returned, we recommend you use a
traceable, insured delivery service.
Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in
transit damage or for packages that are not
delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged products
are not covered under warranty.
Your Cuisinart® product has been manufactured to strict specications and has been
designed for use with Cuisinart® authorized
accessories and replacement parts for your
model.
These warranties expressly exclude any
defects or damages caused by accessories,
replacement parts or repair service other than
those that have been authorized by Cuisinart.
These warranties exclude all incidental or
consequential damages.
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR
CUISINART PRODUCT
Important: If the nonconforming product
is to be serviced by someone other than
Cuisinart’s Authorized Service Centre, please
remind the servicer to call our Consumer
Service Centre to ensure that the problem
is properly diagnosed, the product serviced
with the correct parts, and to ensure that the
product is still under warranty.
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your
return, please also enclose $10.00 for ship-
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trademark of Cuisinart
Woodbridge, Ont L4H 0L2
Consumer Call Centre Email:
Consumer_Canada@Conair.com
Any other trademarks or service marks of third parties referred to herein are the
trademarks or ser vice marks of their respective owners.
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GRIDDLER
overstuffed sandwich maker
a guide to perfect meals
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SAVORY & SWEET
RECIPES
BRE AK FAST
Individual Spinach and Goat Cheese Frittatas ......................................................... 9
Breakfast on the Go .................................................................................................. 10
French Toast ................................................................................................................ 10
THE MAIN COURSE
Grilled BLT with Provolone ........................................................................................ 11
Grilled Reubens ........................................................................................................... 11
Grilled Sopressata with Fontina and Arugula .......................................................... 12
Toasted Prosciutto, Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella .....................................................12
Croque Monsieur ........................................................................................................13
Grilled Smoked Turkey with Brie and Apples ........................................................ 14
The Gobbler .............................................................................................................. 14
Toasted Avocado, Cheese and Tomato .................................................................... 15
Three-Cheese Calzones with Sausage and Pesto .................................................... 16
Chicken and Green Chile Burritos with Black Beans ............................................ 16
DE SSERTS
Caramelized Apple Turnovers .................................................................................... 17
S’mores ....................................................................................................................... 18
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BREAKFAST
Individual Spinach and
Goat Cheese Frittatas
Just one of many delicious frittatas that you can make in your
overstuffed sandwich maker!
Makes 4 individual frittatas
½ teaspoon (2 ml) olive oil
1 garlic clove, smashed
1 packed cup spinach leaves
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon (15 ml) whole milk
2 tablespoons (30 ml) soft goat cheese or chèvre
2 tablespoons (30 ml) grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh basil, thinly sliced
pinch kosher salt
pinch freshly ground pepper
Place a small skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once heated through, add the
garlic and spinach. Stir together until spinach is wilted. Remove and reserve.
Whisk the eggs and milk together. Stir the cheeses in with the eggs. Fold in the reserved
spinach and basil and season with the pinch of salt and pepper.
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to medium. Once green indicator light is
on, pour the egg mixture equally into each of the four pockets and close. Frittatas should be
done between 5 and 6 minutes.
Remove and serve immediately.
Nutritional information per frittata:
Calor ies 110 (63% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 9g • fat 8g • sat. fat 3g
• chol. 215mg • sod. 180mg • calc. 80mg • fiber 0g
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Breakfast on the Go
Makes 2 sandwiches, or 4 servings
4 large eggs
cooking spray
4 slices white or whole wheat bread
¼ cup (50 ml) shredded Cheddar
2 tablespoons (30 ml) melted butter
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to medium.
Whisk eggs together in a liquid measuring cup. Once green indicator light is on, spray the
sandwich plates with cooking spray and pour eggs equally into the four pockets and close.
Eggs will be cooked in about 5 minutes. Remove and reserve.
Turn the heat up to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Divide eggs equally between the two slices of
bread. Top each with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of cheese. Place remaining bread on top of
sandwiches and lightly brush tops with melted butter.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 236 (49% from fat) • carb. 17g • pro. 13g • fat 13g • s at. fat 6g
Nutritional information per serving:
• chol. 230mg • sod. 354mg • calc. 154mg • fiber 1g
French Toast
Makes 2 servings
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup (125 ml) whole milk, may use reduced-fat milk
½ teaspoon (2 ml) pure vanilla extract
4 thick slices challah bread
cooking spray
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to medium.
Whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl. Place the bread slices in a
9 x 9-inch (22.5 x 22.5 cm) baking dish. Pour the egg mixture into the pan. Turn the bread
slices to coat completely and let stand until the liquid is completely absorbed, about 5
minutes.
Once the green indicator is on, spray the sandwich plates lightly with cooking spray. Place
two of the bread slices on the sandwich plates and close. Cook French toast for about 5
minutes. Repeat with remaining 2 slices.
Serve with butter and maple syrup or sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar.
Calor ies 363 (25% from fat) • carb. 50g • pro. 17g • fat 10g • sat. fat 3g
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Nutritional information per serving:
• chol. 221mg • sod. 551mg • calc. 191mg • fiber 2g
THE MAIN COURSE
Grilled BLT with Provolone
This upscale version is delicious with the added cheeses.
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices sourdough bread
6 slices bacon, cooked
½ cup (125 ml) arugula
1 tomato, sliced
pinch kosher salt
pinch freshly ground pepper
1½ ounces (45 g) provolone, sliced
1 teaspoon (5 ml) mayonnaise
1½ tablespoons (25 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Preheat Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Place 3 slices of the cooked bacon on each. Top
each with half of the arugula leaves and 2 slices of tomato. Sprinkle the tomatoes lightly with
a pinch of salt and pepper and top each with one slice of provolone. Spread ½ teaspoon
(2 ml) mayonnaise on top of the provolone. Place remaining bread on top of sandwiches and
lightly brush tops with melted butter.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 470 (52% from fat) • carb. 36g • pro. 21g • fat 27g • sat. fat 13g
Nutritional information per sandwich::
• chol. 65mg • sod. 1230mg • calc. 225mg • fiber 3g
Grilled Reubens
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices rye bread
2 ounces (60 g) corned beef, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons (10 ml) Russian or Thousand Island dressing
¼ cup (50 ml) sauerkraut, well drained
1 ounce (30 g) Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of rye bread on a work surface. Place 1 ounce (30 g) of corned beef on each
slice of bread and spread 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of Russian dressing on each. Place
2 tablespoons (30 ml) of sauerkraut on each sandwich and top with Swiss cheese. Place
remaining bread on top of sandwiches and lightly brush tops with melted butter.
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Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 360 (46% from fat) • carb. 34g • pro. 15g • fat 19g • sat. fat 9g
Nutritional information per sandwich:
• chol. 55mg • sod. 870mg • calc. 169mg • fiber 4g
Grilled Sopressata with
Fontina and Arugula
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices sourdough bread, sliced
2 ounces (60 g) sopressata, sliced
½ ounce (15 g) fontina, sliced
¼ cup (50 ml) arugula
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Place 1 ounce (30 g) sopressata on each slice of
bread and top each evenly with the fontina cheese and arugula. Place remaining bread on
top of sandwiches and lightly brush tops with olive oil.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 370 (47% from fat) • carb. 34g • pro. 15g • fat 19g • sat. fat 6g
Nutritional information per sandwich:
• chol. 35mg • sod. 1010mg • calc. 94mg • fiber 2g
Toasted Prosciutto, Tomato,
and Fresh Mozzarella
A delicious sandwich combination.
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices sourdough or ciabatta bread
6 slices prosciutto
4 slices tomato
2 ounces (60 g) fresh mozzarella (approximately 2 to 3 slices per sandwich)
4 basil leaves
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
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Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Place 3 slices of prosciutto on each slice of
bread and top each with 2 slices of tomato. Distribute fresh mozzarella and basil leaves
equally between the two sandwiches. Place remaining bread on top of sandwiches and
lightly brush tops with olive oil.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 38 0 (44% from fat) • carb. 36g • pro. 17g • fat 18g • sat. fat 7g
Nutritional information per sandwich:
• chol. 40mg • sod. 900mg • calc. 222mg • fiber 2g
Croque Monsieur
The taste of this French classic is hard to beat.
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices hearty, country white bread
8 ounces (240 g) sliced ham
1 teaspoon ( 5 ml) Dijon mustard
2 ounces (60 g) Gruyère cheese, thinly sliced
1½ tablespoons (25 ml) unsalted butter, melted for brushing
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Place 4 ounces (115 g) of ham on each slice of
bread. Spread the ham with ½ teaspoon (2 ml) of mustard and place 1 ounce (30 g) of the
sliced Gruyère on top of each. Place remaining bread on top of sandwiches and lightly brush
tops with melted butter.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 to 7 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 457 (41% from fat) • carb. 34g • pro. 33g • fat 21g • sat. fat 10g
Nutritional information per sandwich:
• chol. 100mg • sod. 1890mg • calc. 350mg • fiber 2g
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Grilled Smoked Turkey with
Brie and Apples
These ingredients create a great flavour combination.
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices multigrain bread
4 ounces (115 g) smoked turkey, sliced
½ teaspoon (2 ml) grainy mustard
1 ounce (30 g) Brie, sliced and chilled
8 thin slices green apple
1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Place 2 ounces (60 g) of turkey on each slice of
bread and top each evenly with the mustard. Place cold Brie and apple slices evenly
between the two sandwiches. Place remaining bread on top of sandwiches and lightly brush
tops with melted butter.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 29 0 (37% from fat) • carb. 27g • pro. 19g • fat 12g • sat. fat 7g
Nutritional information per sandwich:
• chol. 55mg • sod. 1040mg • calc. 85mg • fiber 4g
The Gobbler
The Thanksgiving leftover sandwich –
so good you will want to prepare it anytime!
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices white bread
5 ounces (145 g) sliced turkey
1 teaspoon (5 ml) mayonnaise
¼ cup (50 ml) prepared bread stuffing
1 tablespoon (15 ml) plus 1 teaspoon (5 ml) cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Place 2½ ounces (70 g) of turkey on each slice of
bread and top each with ½ teaspoon (2 ml) of mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of
stuffing. Top each sandwich evenly with cranberry sauce. Place remaining bread on top of
sandwiches and lightly brush tops with melted butter.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 4 to 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 550 (23% from fat) • carb. 80g • pro. 24g • fat 14g • sat. fat 5g
Nutritional information per sandwich:
• chol. 45mg • sod. 1670mg • calc.113 mg • fiber 5g
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Toasted Avocado, Cheese, and Tomato
So simple but so delicious!
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices multigrain bread
½ avocado, sliced
4 slices tomato
1 ounce (30 g) sliced Cheddar
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) kosher salt
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground pepper
1½ tablespoons (25 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Place avocado slices evenly on each slice of
bread, and sprinkle with a pinch of the salt and pepper. Top each with 2 slices of tomato and
sprinkle again with the remaining salt and pepper. Top each with equal amounts of the
Cheddar. Place remaining bread on top of sandwiches and lightly brush tops with melted
butter.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Calor ies 330 (52% from fat) • car b. 30g • pro. 10g • fat 20g • sat. fat 8g
Nutritional information per sandwich:
• chol. 30mg • sod. 640mg • calc. 161mg • fiber 7g
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Three-Cheese Calzones
with Sausage and Pesto
Makes 8 calzones
½ teaspoon (2 ml) olive oil
6 ounces (170 g) fresh Italian sausage (hot or sweet), casings removed
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
¾ cup (175 ml) ricotta
¾ cup (175 ml) shredded mozzarella
3 tablespoons (45 ml) grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons (10 ml) prepared pesto
1 refrigerated package [13.8 ounces (410 g) ] pizza dough
Place olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add sausage meat and smashed garlic
cloves, and cook until meat is completely cooked through. Remove sausage. Reserve, and
cool to room temperature.
While sausage is cooking, stir together the three cheeses and pesto. Stir in cooked sausage
once cooked and slightly cooled.
Roll pizza dough into four long rectangles that are 5 x 10 inches (12.5 x 25 cm). Spread
approximately ½ cup (125 ml) of calzone filling evenly on the bottom half of each rectangle.
Fold the top part of the pizza dough down to cover the filling, and seal the calzones by
pressing the dough together with fingers or fork to create a sealed 5 x 5-inch (12.5 x 12.5 cm)
pocket.
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high. When green indicator lights,
place two calzones into preheated sandwich plates. Close unit and bake for about 8 to 10
minutes, until pizza dough is evenly golden. Bake the remaining two calzones.
Cut into individual calzones along the perforated edges. Serve with warm marinara sauce.
Calor ies 240 (35% from fat) • carb. 24g • pro. 14g • fat 9g • s at. fat 5g
Nutritional information per calzone:
• chol. 30mg • sod. 540mg • calc. 128mg • fiber 0g
Chicken and Green Chile Burritos
with Black Beans
A great but quick dinner idea to make use of leftovers and staple pantry items.
Makes 8 individual burritos
1 cup (250 ml) cooked chicken breast, cut into ½” (1.25 cm) cubes
2 green onions, chopped
1 can [15.5 ounces (460 g) ] black beans, rinsed and drained well
1 can [14.5 ounces (430 g) ] chopped green chiles
pinch kosher salt
pinch freshly ground pepper
½ cup (125 ml) shredded Cheddar
4 10-inch (25 cm) flour tortillas
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In a small bowl combine chicken breast, green onions, black beans, green chiles, salt and
pepper.
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Place the tortillas on a work surface. Place ½ cup (125 ml) of chicken mixture in the centre of
each tortilla and top each with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the shredded cheese. Roll burritos
by folding the bottom of the tortilla over the filling. Fold in both sides of the tortilla and then
roll up burrito. The burrito should be about 5 inches (12.5 cm) long.
Once green indicator is on, place burritos in heated sandwich plates lengthwise and close.
Toast burritos for about 5 to 7 minutes, until tortilla is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut burrito pockets along the perforated edges and serve with guacamole, salsa, and sour
cream on the side.
Calor ies 20 0 (27% from fat) • carb. 24g • pro. 12g • fat 6g • sat. fat 3g
Nutritional information per burrito:
• chol. 20mg • sod. 510mg • calc. 111mg • fiber 3g
DESSERT
Caramelized Apple Turnovers
A delicious and elegant dessert that is so easy to make.
Makes 8 turnovers
1½ tablespoons (25 ml) unsalted butter
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, halved, and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons (45 ml) granulated sugar
½ teaspoon (2 ml) ground cinnamon
1 pound (454 g) or 2 sheets packaged puff pastry, thawed
melted butter for brushing
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Turn
heat down to medium-low and cook apples, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly
caramelized, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and reserve.
On a floured work surface, roll each sheet of pastry into a large square. Cut each sheet of
rolled pastry so that there are four 5 x 10-inch (12.5 x 25 cm) rectangles (two rectangles per
pastry sheet). Place approximately ½ cup (125 ml) of apple on the bottom half of each pastry
rectangle. Fold the top part of the pastry down to cover the apples, and close the turnovers
by pressing fork tines around the pastry edge to create a sealed 5 x 5-inch (12.5 x 12.5 cm)
pocket. Brush the tops of each pocket with melted butter.
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high. When green indicator lights,
place two apple turnovers into preheated sandwich plates. Close unit and bake for about 8
to 10 minutes, until pastry is evenly golden. Bake the remaining two turnovers.
Cut into individual turnovers along the perforated edge. Top turnovers with vanilla ice cream
and/or fresh whipped cream.
Nutritional information per turnover:
Calor ies 370 (58% from fat) • carb. 34g • pro. 4g • fat 24g • sat. fat 7g
• chol. 5mg • sod. 140mg • calc. 10mg • fiber 1g
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S’mores
This campfire classic is a big hit with kids of all ages.
Makes 2 sandwiches
4 slices challah or white bread
1½ ounce (43 g) semisweet chocolate bar
¼ cup (50 ml) mini marshmallows
2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Preheat the Griddler™ overstuffed sandwich maker to high.
Lay two slices of bread on a work surface. Distribute chocolate and marshmallows equally
between the 2 slices of bread. Place remaining bread on top of sandwiches and brush tops
with melted butter.
Once green indicator is on, place sandwiches in heated sandwich plates and close. Toast
sandwiches for about 5 minutes, until bread is evenly golden and toasted.
Cut sandwiches along the perforated edge and serve.
Nutritional information per sandwich:
Calor ies 470 (41% from fat) • carb. 63g • pro. 9g • fat 23g • sat. fat 12g
• chol. 75mg • sod. 410mg • calc. 85mg • fiber 3g
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