Cuisinart CSB-77C User Manual

INSTRUCTION/

RECIPE BOOKLET

Smart Stick®Hand Blender

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,

always read the instruction book carefully before using.

CSB-77C

14. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended by Cuisinart may cause fire, electrical shock, or risk of injury.

15. Do not use outdoors, or use for other than intended use.

16. Do not let any cord hang over the edge of the table or counter. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including stovetop.

17. Make sure the appliance is off, the motor has stopped completely, and the appliance is unplugged from outlet before putting on or taking off attachments, and before cleaning.

18. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not operate any heating appliance beneath the mounting unit.

19. Maximum rating of 200W is based on the chopper/grinder attachment that draws the greatest power.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

NOTICE

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, 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 attempt to defeat this safety feature.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Features and Benefits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Tips and Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Whisk Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Blending Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Chopper/Grinder Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Reversible Blade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Whisk Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Blending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Whisking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Chopping/Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Frequent Uses for Chopper/Grinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2. To protect against electrical shock, do not put the motor body, cord or electrical plug of this hand blender in water or other liquid. The detachable blending shaft of this appliance has been designed for immersion into water or other liquids. Never submerge any other portion of this unit. If hand blender falls into liquid, remove immediately.

Do not reach into the liquid without unplugging the unit first.

3. This appliance should not be used by children. To avoid possible accidental injury, close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking

off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp plug and pull from electrical outlet. Never pull cord.

5. Avoid contacting moving parts.

6. During operation keep hands, hair, clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils away from attachments and any mixing container, to reduce risk of injury to persons, and/or damage to the appliance. A spatula may be used, but must be used only when the unit is not operating.

7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped or damaged in any way or is not operating properly. Return the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Centre for examination, repair, or mechanical or electrical adjustment.

8. Remove detachable shaft from the blender before washing the blades or shaft.

9. Blades are SHARP. Handle carefully when removing, inserting or cleaning.

10. When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or make small quantities at a time to reduce spillage, splattering and possibility of injury from burning.

11. To reduce the risk of injury, never place chopper/grinder attachment cutting blade on base without first putting prep bowl properly in place.

12. Be certain the chopper/grinder attachment cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance. Do not attempt to remove cover until blade has stopped rotating.

13. Check prep bowl for presence of foreign objects before using.

and other delectable treats.

7. Chopper/Grinder Attachment: Chop, mince and grind with

the Cuisinart

Chopper/Grinder attachment. Chopper/Grinder attaches to the blender motor body in place of the blender shaft or whisk attachment.

8. Mixing/Measuring Cup (Not shown on page 7): 2-cup (500 ml) mix-

ing beaker is microwave - and dishwasher safe. Use this container to blend drinks, shakes, salad dressings and more. Designed for easy gripping and drip-free pouring.

TIPS AND HINTS

1. Liquid should come within an inch (2.5 cm) of where the shaft attaches to the motor housing.

2. Some spices may scratch the chopper/grinder attachment.

3. When using with a nonstick cooking surface, be careful not to scratch the coating with the hand blender.

4. Do not immerse motor body housing, chopper/grinder cover, or whisk gearbox in water or any other liquid.

5. Cut most solid foods into

⁄2" (1.25 cm) cubes for easy blending. Suggestion: use chopper/grinder for chopping and grinding solid foods.

6. Pour liquid ingredients into the Mixing/Measuring Cup container first, unless recipe instructs otherwise.

7. To avoid splashing, don’t turn the hand blender on until the blade is beneath the surface of the mixture and do not pull the hand blender out of the mixture while blender is running.

8. Do not let hand blender stand in a hot pot on stove while not in use.

9. Do not put fruit pits, bones, or other hard material into the blending mixture, as these are liable to damage the blades.

10. Do not fill mixing containers too full. The level of mixture will rise when blending, and can overflow.

11. Adding liquids that are warm, not cold, facilitates blending solids with liquids.

12. For recipes calling for ice, use crushed ice (not whole cubes) for best results.

13. Using a gentle up-and-down motion is the best way to blend and incorporate ingredients uniformly.

14. To avoid spatter, turn the hand blender off and let the blade stop completely before lifting the unit out of the mixture you are processing.

15. To whip air into a mixture, always hold the blade just under the surface.

INTRODUCTION

This Cuisinart®Smart Stick®Hand Blender is designed to handle a variety of basic tasks, like blending, mixing, chopping, grinding, whipping, pureeing – even processing bread crumbs – to give you time for more creative culinary undertakings! The elegant brushed stainless steel body houses a powerful motor, and the handy “stick” design lets you blend in a pot, bowl, or pitcher. Operation is easy and cleanup is quick. What could be better?

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Place the package containing the Cuisinart®Smart Stick®Hand Blender on a sturdy surface. Unpack the Smart Stick

Hand Blender from its box by removing the upper protective insert. Gently slide the unit from the box. Remove all support materials from the box (see page 7 for diagram) and replace the upper insert. Save packaging for possible repacking of the unit.

Note: The blending blade is extremely sharp. Use caution when removing and unpacking the storage stand. The blending blade is stored in the storage stand.

Before using the Cuisinart

Smart Stick®Hand Blender for the first time, we recommend that you wipe the unit with a clean, damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust. Dry it thoroughly with a soft absorbent cloth. Handle carefully; wash each individual blade attachment, mixing container and detachable shaft by hand or in the dishwasher. Dry thoroughly before use. Read all instructions completely for detailed operating procedures.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

1. One Touch On/Off Button: Allows you to activate the hand

blender at the touch of a button. Simply press and hold down on the toggle switch to blend or pulse. Once the button is released, blending will stop.

2. Comfort Handle: The handle allows you to control the hand blender

with ease.

3. Motor Body Housing

4. Detachable Shaft: By pressing the release button on the back of the

unit, the shaft will detach for easy cleaning.

5. Blending Attachment with Stainless Steel Blade and Blade Guard: This attachment easily snaps into the motor body housing. The stainless steel blade is partially covered by a stainless steel housing that keeps splashing to a minimum.

6. Whisk Attachment: Whisk attachment snaps into the motor body housing. This attachment is great for whipping cream, egg whites

16. To make a soup creamy in texture, use the hand blender to purée the soup solids to the desired consistency using a gentle up-and-down motion right in the saucepan. You can quickly change your soup into a thick and creamy blend.

17. If you are making a dip or spread, it is not necessary to process completely into a smooth purée; leave some texture for interest.

18. When making compound butters, remove the butter from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before blending the ingredients.

19. The hand blender is perfect for frothing milk for cappuccino or lattes.

20. Use the hand blender to make smooth gravies and pan sauces.

21. For best results when adding celery to a recipe, use a vegetable peeler to remove tough outer strings from the celery before slicing.

WHISK TIPS

Use the whisk attachment for beating heavy cream or egg whites. It may also be used for whisking eggs for scrambled eggs or fluffy omelets.

BEATING EGG WHITES

When beating egg whites use a very clean metal or glass bowl, never plastic. Plastic can contain hidden oils and fats that can ruin the delicate egg white foam. To help stabilize the egg whites add 1/8 teaspoon (1 ml) of cream of tartar per egg white prior to beating them. (If using a copper bowl omit the cream of tartar). Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form that do not droop over. Beating the egg whites longer causes them to dry out and become even less stable. When adding sugar to beaten egg whites add it slowly when soft peaks just begin to form and then continue beating to form soft peaks that don’t droop over.

BEATING HEAVY CREAM

When beating heavy cream, if possible and time allows, use a chilled bowl, and chill the whisk attachment. The best shaped bowl for whipping cream is one that is deep with a rounded bottom. The cream should come out of the refrigerator just before whipping. Hold the Whip attachment so that it is just skimming the surface, and whip until the cream begins to thicken and develop some body; then immerse the whisk totally into the cream. Whipped cream may be used at either soft or firm peaks depending on preference. It may be flavoured as desired. For best results, whip cream just before using.

If it must be whipped ahead, add a whipped cream stabilizer such as Oetker

’s Whip It™.

Oetker®is a registered trademark owned by Dr. August Oetker Nahrungsmittel, KG, LP.

Motor

Body Housing

Detachable

Blending Shaft

Blade

Guard

Stainless

Steel

Blending

Blade

Chopper/Grinder

Attachment

Cord

Wrap

On/Off Button

Comfort

Handle

Whisk Attachment

Detachable

Gearbox

Chopper/

Grinder

Cover

ASSEMBLY

BLENDING ATTACHMENT

1. Align the motor body with the blending attachment and slide the pieces together until you hear and feel the pieces click together. It may be helpful to press the release button when assembling.

CHOPPER/GRINDER ATTACHMENT

REVERSIBLE BLADE

The Cuisinart®Smart Stick®Hand Blender chopper/grinder attachment is equipped with a reversible blade. This blade is sharp on one side and blunt on the other. The blade is attached to a plastic ring which slides over the blade assembly shaft, so it can be easily turned over to select the appropriate blade. A guide for proper blade selection follows in the section, Frequent Uses for Chopper/Grinder (page 15.)

Before you process any food, assemble the parts.

1. Place the prep bowl on a flat, dry, stable surface. It should be close to an electrical outlet of the same voltage as stated on the rating plate on the Smart Stick

Hand Blender.

2. The metal blade assembly shaft is attached to the bottom of the prep bowl. If not already in place, slide the fully assembled blade assembly over the top of the blade assembly shaft.

a. Putting together the blade assembly:

Connect the blade ring (F) to the plastic blade sheath (G). Line up the blade ring opening with the plastic sheath. Let the blade ring slide to the bottom of the plastic sheath. HOLD THE BLADE RING BY THE CENTRAL HUB HOLDING RIBS (grips)(K) ONLY. DO NOT TOUCH THE RAZOR-SHARP BLADES.

Note these important features of the blade ring. The blade ring can be placed over the plastic blade sheath in two different ways:

If you hold it this way (A), you will see the word “Sharp” on the blade. Assemble the blade this side up to use the sharp edge. (see the section on processing food for information about when to use the sharp edge.)

If you hold it this way (B), you will see no writing on the blade. Assemble the blade this side up to use the blunt edge. (See the section on processing food, for information about when to use the blunt edge.)

A. Chopper/Grinder

Prep Bowl

B. Cover Slots (3)

for Attaching Cover

C. Metal Blade

Assembly Shaft D. Rubber Feet E. Blade Assembly F. Blade Ring G. Plastic Blade

Sheath H. Chopper/Grinder

Cover I. Lift Tabs J. Chopper/Grinder

Spline

SHARP SIDE

BLUNT SIDE UP

There are notches (C) on opposite sides of the interior of the hub. These fit over ridges on the sides of the plastic blade sheath.

Pick up the blade ring by its hub holding ribs (grips) and line up the notches in the interior of the blade ring hub with the ridges on the sides of the plastic blade sheath. Let the blade ring slide down to the bottom of the plastic blade sheath. The lower blade should almost touch the bottom of the prep bowl.

Lift the prep bowl, holding it firmly from the bottom. Pick up the blader ing by its hub holding ribs (grips) and turn it very slightly clockwise. This locks it in place on the plastic blade sheath and prevents it from sliding up during processing.

3. Connect the Smart Stick

Hand Blender motor body to the top of the chopper/grinder attachment cover. Align the spline in the chopper/grinder cover’s drive shaft with the ribbed opening on the underside of the motor body. When aligned properly, slide the two pieces together until you feel and hear a slight click. It may be helpful to press the rubber release button when

sliding these pieces together.

4. With the hand blender in place, locate the chopper/grinder cover and place it on top of the prep bowl.

a. Be sure that the 3 ridges at the top

of the blade assembly line up with the 3-arm propeller gear in the underside of the chopper/ grinder cover, and that the cover is seated all around the top of the prep bowl.

b. To properly seat the cover, you must line up the three molded

pins from the cover with the 3 slots at the top of the prep bowl. Rotate cover counterclockwise to secure it to the prep bowl. Rotate the cover until the pins are in the far left position in the slots.

5. Plug the power cord of the Smart Stick®Hand Blender into an electrical outlet.

6. Place one hand on the cover of the chopper/grinder attachment, while gripping the Smart Stick

Hand Blender motor body handle with the other. Press the ON/OFF button with your fingers to start the motor and run the chopper/grinder.

To turn the unit off, remove your fingers from the ON/OFF button.

7. WHEN THE BLADE STOPS MOVING, unplug the Smart Stick

Hand Blender, remove the motor body from the chopper/grinder cover, and remove the cover from the prep bowl.

WHISK ATTACHMENT

1. Align the end of the whisk with the small opening of the whisk gearbox.

2. Push end into opening until it locks into position.

3. Align the motor body with the assembled whisk attachment and slide the pieces together until you hear and feel the pieces click together. It may be helpful to press the release button when assembling.

Motor

Body Bottom and

Chopper/Grinder

Cover Top View

4a.

Inside View of

Prep Bowl

Inside View of

Chopper/Grinder

Cover

4b.

NOTCH

2. Place food in the prep bowl. Be sure the food is cut in small pieces, and the bowl is not overloaded.

3. Place the chopper/grinder cover on top of the prep bowl. Be sure the cover is properly seated.

4. Press the ON/OFF button on the Smart Stick

Hand Blender.

5. Do not operate the chopper/grinder attachment for longer than 15 seconds at a time.

Note: Due to the powerful motor provided with this unit, Cuisinart recommends using one hand to support the chopper/grinder during operation.

6. When you have finished processing the food, stop the machine by taking your fingers off the ON/OFF button.

7. WHEN THE BLADE STOPS MOVING, remove the Smart Stick

Hand Blender motor body from the chopper/grinder cover, and remove the cover from the chopper/grinder.

8. Unplug the unit.

9. Carefully remove the blade assembly, holding it by the gripping ridges on the plastic sheath. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF.

10. Remove food with the spatula.

Note: Do not operate the Smart Stick

Chopper/Grinder attachment

without food contents in the prep bowl.

CLEANING

SMART STICK®HAND BLENDER

Always clean the Smart Stick®motor body and blending shaft thoroughly after using.

Remove the blending shaft from the motor body. Clean the motor body only with a sponge or damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners which could scratch the surface. To clean the blending shaft, wash by hand in hot water using mild detergent.

Never immerse the motor body in water.

When the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped or damaged in any way or it is not operating properly, return the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Repair Centre for examination, repair or mechanical or electrical adjustment.

CHOPPER/GRINDER ATTACHMENT

To simplify cleaning, rinse the prep bowl, cover and blade immediately after use, so that food won’t dry onto them. Wash blade ring, plastic sheath, and prep bowl in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry.

OPERATION

BLENDING

Blending & Mixing

The specially designed blade is for mixing and stirring all kinds of foods, including salad dressings, powdered drink products, and sauces. It is ideal for combining dry ingredients, and can be used to emulsify mayonnaise, too.

This blade mixes and stirs while adding only a minimum of air to your mixture. A gentle up-and-down motion is all you need to make the most flavourful, full-bodied liquid recipes. Be careful never to remove the Cuisinart

Smart Stick®Hand Blender from the liquid

while in operation.

1. Insert the blending attachment into the motor body. (See Assembly for Blending Attachment, page 8.)

2. Plug electrical cord into an electrical wall socket.

3. Place blending shaft into mixture that will be blended.

4. Press and hold the ON/OFF button. The hand blender will continue to run as long as the switch is pressed in. To turn hand blender OFF, release the ON/OFF button and the motor will stop.

5. Do not hold the button ON for longer than 50 seconds at a time.

6. Unplug immediately after use.

WHISKING

1. Insert the whisk attachment into the motor body. (See Assembly for Whisk Attachment, page 11.)

2. Plug electrical cord into an electrical wall socket.

3. Place the whisk into mixture that will be blended.

4. Press and hold the ON/OFF button. The hand blender will continue to run as long as the switch is pressed in. To turn hand blender OFF, release the ON/OFF button and the motor will stop.

5. Do not hold the button ON for longer than 20 seconds at a time.

6. Unplug immediately after use.

CHOPPING AND GRINDING

Processing Food

1. Place the prep bowl firmly on a flat sturdy surface like a countertop. Be sure the blade is assembled to use the blade edge that is appropriate for the food to be processed.

Wipe the underside of the chopper/grinder cover with a sponge or damp cloth to remove any food. Do not submerge the cover in water or place in the dishwasher. Wash the blade carefully. Avoid leaving it in soapy water where it may disappear from sight.

If you have a dishwasher, you can wash the prep bowl blade assembly on the upper shelf. Insert the Prep Bowl upside down. Put the blade in the cutlery basket. Unload the dishwasher carefully to avoid contact with the sharp blade. Wipe the motor body and top of the cover with a damp sponge or cloth. Dry it immediately.

Never submerge the motor body or the cover in water or other liquid.

The Smart Stick

chopper/grinder attachment is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Any service, other than cleaning and normal user maintenance, should be performed by an authorized Cuisinart Service Representative.

WHISK ATTACHMENT

To clean your whisk attachment, simply release the attachment from the motor body housing. Once the whisk is removed, detach the metal whisk from the gearbox by pulling pieces apart. To clean the gearbox, simply wipe with a damp cloth. To clean the metal whisk, wash with warm, soapy water or place in the dishwasher.

Do not submerge the gearbox in water or any other liquid.

FREQUENT USES FOR CHOPPER GRINDER

Ingredient Comments

Baby foods (always consult pediatrician or family physician for appropriate food recommendations)

Place small amounts of cooked foods into chopper/grinder bowl. Add small amount of appropriate liquid. Use pulse action to chop, then continuous-hold action to blend.

Bread crumbs – fresh or dry (day old)

Pulse to chop, then process until desired consistency is reached.

Hard Cheese (Asiago, Locatelli, Parmesan, Romano, etc.) (Not recommended for softer cheeses unless making dip or dressing.)

Cut into

⁄4-inch (0.6 cm) pieces. Pulse to chop, then process until desired consistency is reached, no more than 1 ounce (30 g) at a time.

Chocolate

Creamy Dressings/Dips

Garlic

Peel cloves, up to 6 cloves. Pulse to chop.

Ginger root (fresh)

Herbs, fresh

⁄2 cup (125 ml); must be clean and dry. Pulse

to chop.

Nuts

Shelled, toast first for best flavour. Pulse to chop, then process up to

⁄2 cup (125 ml) at a time, until desired chop is reached from coarse to fine. May be processed to nutbutter stage.

Onion

Peel, cut into

⁄2- inch (1.25 cm) pieces. Pulse

to chop, up to

⁄2 cup (125 ml) at a time, until

desired chop is reached.

Vegetables (cooked)

Cut into

⁄2- inch (1.25 cm) pieces and cook

until fork tender. Pulse to chop, up to

⁄2 cup (125 ml) at a time. May need to add cooking liquid, stock or milk to process to a vegetable purée. Not recommended for mashed potatoes.

Peel, cut into

⁄2-inch (1.25 cm) pieces. Pulse

to chop, 1⁄2 ounce (15g) at a time.

Cut into

⁄2 -inch (1.25 cm) pieces; may chill in freezer for 3 minutes before chopping. Pulse to chop, then process, no more than 1 ounce (30 g) at a time, until desired texture is reached.

Place ingredients in chopper grinder bowl; do not cover or spill on stem. Use pulse action to chop, then continuous-hold action to blend as needed to desired consistency.

FROZEN COFFEE FRAPPÉ

Makes one 12-ounce (340 ml) beverage 1

⁄4 cups (425 ml) coffee ice cream or ice milk

⁄2 cup (125 ml) strong brewed coffee (may use espresso)

2 tablespoons (30 ml) fat-free milk Place ingredients in Mixing/Measuring Cup. Insert blender, making sure

the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 20–30 seconds.

For a thicker style milkshake: Fill Mixing/Measuring Cup with coffee ice cream up to the 1-cup (250 ml) mark. Add

⁄4 cup (50 ml) brewed coffee and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of

fat-free milk. Blend using the same technique as above. For a Mudslide variation:

Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) each of Irish Cream Liqueur and Kahlua

Nutritional information per shake:

Calories 215 (44% from fat) • carb. 26g • pro. 5g • fat 11g

• sat. fat 7g • chol. 45mg • sod. 105mg • calc. 172mg • fiber 0g

Kahlua®is a registered trademark owned by the Kahlua Company.

PEACH MARGARITA

Makes 2 cups (500 ml) 1 cup (250 ml) frozen peaches

1 cup (250 ml) citrus juice (orange, lime, lemon in any

combination)

⁄3 cup (75 ml) good quality tequila

⁄2 tablespoon (7 ml) Triple Sec or Grand Marnier

1–2 teaspoons (5 ml-10 ml) granulated sugar Place ingredients into Mixing/Measuring Cup. Insert the blender, making

sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients are combined, about 30 seconds.

Nutritional information per cup (250 ml):

Calories 177 (0% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 1g • fat 0g

• sat. fat 0mg • chol. 0mg • sod. 2mg • calc. 9mg • fiber 2g

Grand Marnier®is a registered trademark owned by the

Société

des Produits Marnier-LaPostolle.

MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE

We made our Hot Chocolate with fat-free milk and it was a big hit.

For a richer chocolate, make it with whole or reduced-fat milk.

Now and then indulgence is good for the soul.

Makes 12–16 servings

SMOOTHIES AND DRINKS

BLUEBERRY BANANA ANTI-OXIDANT SMOOTHIE

Makes 2 cups (500 ml) 1 cup (250 ml) frozen blueberries

1 small [4

⁄2 ounces (125 g)] banana, sliced

⁄4 cup (75 ml) soy milk or fat-free milk 14 grams soy protein powder (or soy protein isolate) 1 teaspoon (5 ml) flaxseed oil 1–2 teaspoons (5 ml-10 ml) honey (optional)

Place soy milk, protein powder, blueberries, banana, flaxseed oil and honey if using in Mixing/Measuring Cup container. Insert the Cuisinart

Hand Blender, making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using a gentle up-and-down motion until ingredients are combined, about 35 seconds.

Nutritional information per cup (250 ml) (made without honey):

Calories 159 (17% from fat) • carb. 26g • pro. 9g • fat 3g

• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 12mg • calc. 89mg • fiber 4g

STRAWBERRY KIWI SMOOTHIE

Makes one 14-ounce (400 ml) smoothie

1 cup (250 ml) frozen strawberries, partly thawed 1 kiwi, peeled, cut into eighths

⁄2 cup (125 ml) fat-free vanilla yogurt

⁄2 cup (125 ml) fat-free milk 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey

Place ingredients in the Mixing/Measuring Cup. Insert the blender, making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using a gentle up-anddown motion until ingredients are well combined, about 30–35 seconds.

Nutritional information per smoothie:

Calories 286 (2% from fat) • carb. 63g • pro. 11g • fat 1g

• sat. fat 0g • chol. 4mg • sod. 133mg • calc. 371mg • fiber 6g

Vegetables (uncooked)

Peel as needed, cut into

⁄2- inch (1.25 cm) pieces. Peel celery with vegetable peeler to remove tough strings. Chop / process up to 1⁄2 cup (125 ml) at a time.

Meat (Beef, Pork)

6 oz or 175 g, cut into

⁄2- inch (1.25 cm)

pieces.

minutes. Do not allow the shallots and garlic to brown. While shallots are cooking, cut the asparagus into

⁄2-inch (1.25 cm) pieces and reserve the tips. When shallots are soft, add asparagus and potato to saucepan and cook for about 6 minutes longer, until asparagus is bright in colour. Add wine and raise the heat to bring the wine to a boil. Reduce the wine until a scant tablespoon remains. Add chicken stock. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20 minutes until the vegetables are soft. Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using a gentle up-and-down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 40–50 seconds. Season with salt, pepper and basil. Stir in cream if using.

While soup is cooking bring 2 cups (500 ml) of water to a boil. Add the asparagus tips and cook for 2 minutes until bright green. Drain and immediately plunge into an ice-water bath to stop cooking.

Serve soup hot, garnished with reserved asparagus tips.

Nutritional information per 1/2 cup (125 ml) serving:

Calories 81 (28% from fat) • carb. 10g • pro. 4g • fat 3g

• sat. fat 1g • chol. 6mg • sod.525mg • calc. 36mg • fiber 2g

CURRIED CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Makes 5 cups (1.25 L) 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

4 ounces (115 g) leeks, washed and trimmed, dark green parts

removed, sliced

1 teaspoon (5 ml) curry powder

⁄4 teaspoon (1 ml) turmeric

⁄2 teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt

1 head of cauliflower [about 1

⁄4 pounds(795 g)] cut into small

florets

⁄2 ounces (100 g) red potato peeled and cut into 1⁄2-inch (1.25 cm)

cubes

⁄2 cup (125 ml) white wine

⁄2 cups (875 ml) chicken stock or vegetable stock

1 teaspoon (5 ml) lemon or lime juice Place a 4-quart (4 L) saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil. Add

leeks and “sweat” for about 6–8 minutes until very soft. Add curry powder, turmeric, and salt to leek mixture and cook for about 1–2 minutes. Add cauliflower florets and potato. Stir to coat with spices and cook for another 5 minutes to soften slightly. Add white wine and increase heat to bring to a boil. Reduce the wine until there is a scant amount left. Add stock just to cover. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium low.

2 quarts (1.9 L) fat-free milk 3-sticks 3 inches (7.5 cm) cinnamon sticks 20 ounces (565 g) bittersweet chocolate (your favourite), broken

into chunks

1 tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract Combine the milk and cinnamon sticks in a 3

⁄4 quart (3.5 L) Cuisinart

saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir constantly to heat until steamy and just beginning to bubble around the edges. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the cinnamon flavour into the milk. Stir in the chocolate chunks. When chocolate is melted, remove cinnamon sticks and stir in vanilla extract. Insert the blender and process about 1 minute using a gentle up-and-down motion. Continue blending until the mixture is creamy and frothy. Spoon into cups or mugs and top with a dollop of freshly whipped cream if desired.

For Hot Cinnamon Mocha, add 3–4 tablespoons (45 ml-60 ml) instant espresso powder to the milk when steeping with the cinnamon sticks.

Nutritional information per serving:

Calories 215 (52% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 7g • fat 14g

• sat. fat 8g • chol. 2mg • sod. 68mg • calc 184mg • fiber 1g

SOUPS, SAUCES, DIPS AND SPREADS

ASPARAGUS SOUP

Makes 21⁄2 cups (625 ml)

2 ounces (56 g) shallot, peeled 1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed 1

⁄4 pounds (625 g) fresh asparagus, tough ends removed

3 ounces (85 g) red potato, peeled, cut in

⁄2-inch (1.25 cm) dice

⁄4 cup (50 ml) dry white wine

⁄2 cups (375 ml) fat-free low-sodium chicken broth

⁄4 teaspoon (4 ml) kosher salt

⁄4 teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground pepper

⁄4 teaspoon (1 ml) dried basil

⁄4 cup (50 ml) heavy cream (optional)

Insert the blade assembly in the prep bowl. Place the shallot in the prep bowl, connect hand blender motor body to the top of the chopper/grinder attachment cover, cover prep bowl and pulse 10 times to finely chop.

Melt butter in a 3-quart (3 L) saucepan over medium low heat. Add shallots and crushed garlic and “sweat” over medium-low heat for about 5

GREEN CHILE SAUCE

This sauce is excellent served with your favourite Mexican dish–or use

it as a base for a delicious southwestern stew.

Makes 21⁄4 cups (550 ml) 1

⁄2 pounds (750 g) Anaheim or green New Mexican chiles

1 small onion [approximately 3

⁄4 ounce (90 g)], cut into quarters 1 large garlic clove, peeled 1 jalapeño pepper [approximately

⁄2 ounce (14 g)], cut in half,

seeds and stem removed 1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter 1 tablespoon (15 ml) flour 1

⁄2 cups (375 ml) chicken stock

⁄4 teaspoon (4 ml) kosher salt

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place peppers on a baking sheet and roast until very dark and skin is coming away from the pepper, about 30 minutes. Place roasted peppers in a mixing bowl and cover with plastic wrap in order for the skins to loosen about 15 minutes.

Insert the blade assembly in the prep bowl. Place the onion, garlic, and jalapeño in the prep bowl and pulse approximately 8 times to a rough chop.

Peel the cooled peppers, discarding all skin, seeds, and stems. Place in prep bowl and pulse 6 times to chop.

Place a 3

⁄2 quart (3.3 L) sauté pan over medium heat and add the butter. Add the onion, garlic and jalapeño mixture and sauté for about 4–5 minutes and soft. Stir in chopped chiles and cook for another minute. Add flour and stir and cook for 2 minutes. Add stock and bring to a boil. Add salt and reduce to a simmer for about 25 minutes. Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 40–60 seconds, until the sauce reaches desired consistency.

Nutritional information per 1/4 cup (50 ml) serving:

Calories 39 (35% from fat) • carb. 5g • pro. 1g • fat 2g

• sat. fat 1g • chol. 3mg • sod. 476mg • calc. 59mg • fiber 1g

GARDEN VEGETABLE TOMATO SAUCE

A fresh and healthy pasta sauce that is excellent served with

whole-wheat pasta and topped with crumbled feta cheese.

Makes 4 cups (1 L) 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

Simmer for about 25 minutes or until the vegetables are very soft. Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is

submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 45–50 seconds. Add lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.

Nutritional information per 1/2 cup (125 ml) serving:

Calories 71 (22% from fat) • carb. 10g • pro. 4g • fat 2g

• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 350mg • calc. 39mg • fiber 3g

SWEET RED PEPPER COULIS

This multipurpose sauce is great for chicken,

fish, crab cakes, and pastas

Makes 21⁄2 cups (625 ml) 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, peeled, roughly chopped 6 cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed 3 medium red peppers [about 6 ounces (175 g) each],

roughly chopped

⁄2 teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt

⁄4 teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground pepper

⁄4 cup (50 ml) dry white wine

⁄4 cup (50 ml) chicken stock

Heat the olive oil in a 21⁄2- quart (2.3 L) saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the onion, garlic, red pepper, salt, and pepper and stir to coat. Reduce heat to low, cover loosely and “sweat” slowly until softened for about 15–20 minutes. Take care that the vegetables do not pick up any colour.

When vegetables are soft, add wine and increase the temperature so that the wine comes to a boil. Reduce the wine until about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) remains. Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for about 10 minutes. Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients are smooth and well combined, about 50–60 seconds.

Nutritional information per 1/2 cup (125 ml) serving:

Calories 41 (33% from fat) • carb. 5g • pro. 1g • fat 2g

• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 148mg • calc.13mg• fiber 1g

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