For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Important SafeguardS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons,
DO NOT IMMERSE CORD OR PLUG 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 has malfunctioned or has been damaged in
any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart
Center for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart
may result in fire, electrical shock, or risk of 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 hot gas or electric burners, or in a heated
oven.
11. Unplug the unit when finished using.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. Extreme caution must be exercised when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
14. To disconnect, turn temperature control dial to Off setting, then
remove plug from wall outlet.
15. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD DO
REPAIRS .
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SaVe tHeSe InStruCtIonS
for HouSeHoLd uSe onLY
SpeCIaL Cord Set InStruCtIonS
A short power-supply cord is 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 or animals, or tripped over.
ContentS
Important Safeguards.................................... 2
Parts and Features ...................................... 3
Before the First Use, Assembly Instructions .................. 3
2. Reversible die-cast grill/griddle plate – Extra-large 9½" x 16"
nonstick cooking surface. One side is a grill surface; the other side
is a griddle surface.
3. 10-piece kebab skewer set
4. 10-piece hot dog roller set
5. Two pull-out kebab drawers with handles
6. Drip cup – Collects grease from grill/griddle.
7. Temperature control dial – Off, Low, Medium, High positions.
8. Kebab motor control switch
9. BPA-Free – All parts that come in contact with food are BPA-Free
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before tHe fIrSt uSe
Remove all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers
from your Cuisinart
Parts and Features) of your new appliance have been included
before discarding any packaging materials. You may want to keep the
box and packing materials for use at a later date.
Before using your Cuisinart
remove any dust from shipping by wiping the base and temperature
control dial with a damp cloth.
Thoroughly clean both sides of the reversible grill/griddle plate, as well
as the drip cup, kebab drawers, skewers and hot dog rollers.
The grill/griddle plate, skewers, hot dog rollers, heat shield, drip cup
and kebab drawers can be handwashed or placed in the dishwasher
for cleaning.
Never place the housing in water. Always use a damp cloth to clean
these parts.
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aSSembLY InStruCtIonS
1. Place base on a clean, flat surface where
you intend to cook.
2. One end of the base has an opening
provided for the drip cup. With the metal
spout tilted slightly forward, slide the drip
cup into the base and push in until the tab
is locked (see figure A).
3. Insert kebab drawer
by sliding the top rim
of the back wall of
drawer over the
small round tabs on
either side of
opening. Push
drawer back until
front is securely in place behind round tabs. Push drawer into unit,
A.
C.B.
TAB S
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lifting it over the retaining bar to secure.
To remove drawer, allow to cool for 30 minutes. Remove all
skewers, then lift drawer up and over the round tabs, and pull it
towards you.
4. The cooking plate has two sides: The grill side with ribbed surface
is intended for grilling steaks, hamburgers, chicken, seafood and
vegetables. The griddle side with smooth surface is perfect for
frying bacon and eggs, pancakes,
French toast and toasted
sandwiches (see figure C). Choose
the side you intend to cook on and
place the grill/griddle plate on the
base with the chosen side facing
up. It is important that you place the
grill/griddle plate onto the base
correctly. Locate the drip hole on
one end of the grill/griddle plate (see
figure D). Place the grill/griddle plate
onto the base with the drip holes lining
up over the metal drip cup spout on
the left side of the unit. If the grill/
griddle plate is placed on the base
with the drip holes at the wrong end, it
will not sit level.
5. Insert the drawers on the bottom of
the unit under the grill/griddle plate
(see figure E).
6. Plug the cord into a standard electrical
outlet. You are now ready to begin
cooking.
C.
D.
E.
operatIng InStruCtIonS
Once the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro is
assembled properly and you are ready to begin
cooking, turn the temperature control dial to the
desired temperature setting – High, Medium or
Low (see figure F).
The indicator light on the top of the unit will
illuminate to indicate that the unit is operating
(see figure G). It may take 10 to 12 minutes to
reach operating temperature, depending on the
temperature level that has been selected. The
temperature control dial is used to set and
maintain the temperature of the cooking
surface. Temperatures range from about 250°F
on the Low setting, 375˚F on the Medium
setting to 450°F on the High setting. You can
vary the setting of the temperature control dial at any time during
cooking, and may wish to do so depending on the types of foods on
the grill/griddle plate. Refer to the Cooked Food Temperature Chart
on page 3 of the recipe booklet for recommendations.
CAUTION: Handles will become hot during use. Always use a pot
holder when touching any part of the unit when cooking. The grill/
griddle plate should not be removed from the base or flipped over while
hot. Allow unit to cool down for at least 30 minutes before handling.
NOTE: The first time you use your Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, it
may have a slight odor and smoke a bit. This is normal and common
to appliances with a nonstick surface.
Reversing grill/griddle plate
over to use reverse side
1. Turn temperature control dial to Off setting.
2. Unplug appliance from wall outlet.
3. Allow unit to cool down completely (at least 30 minutes).
4. Carefully slide out the drip cup by pressing down on the tab, and
F.
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gently pull out the cup to dispose of its contents
(see figure H). Clean cup and replace in base.
(See Cleaning and Care, page 6.)
5. Thoroughly clean grill/griddle plate. (See
Cleaning and Care.)
6. Flip the plate over, and return to base.
7.
Make sure that drip hole in plate lines up over
drip cup (see figure H).
8. Reconnect the plug into a standard
electrical outlet.
Using the kebab feature
1. Assemble the unit with the grill/griddle
plate, kebab drawers, and drip cup in their
proper positions. Note: grill/griddle plate
must be on unit when using kebab feature.
Please keep in mind that it is very hot when
the unit is operating.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to desired
temperature and preheat for approximately
10 to 12 minutes.
3. Prepare food according to your favorite
kebab recipe and slide pieces onto
skewers.
4. Pull drawers to open. Place skewers into
the skewer slots so the star-like shape at
the end of each handle is inserted into a
gear slot in the front end of the kebab
drawer. Close drawer
securely.
Note: If using large
cubes of meat or
seafood, you may
only be able to cook
six kebabs at once.
H.
5. Press the kebab control switch to ON. The
switch light will illuminate to let you know
kebabs are rotating.
6. To check to see if kebabs are cooked,
press the kebab control switch to stop
skewers from turning and remove a kebab
with a potholder. If more time is needed
replace the skewer and press the kebab
control switch to resume cooking.
Using the hot dog feature
1. Assemble the unit with the grill/griddle plate, kebab drawers, and
drip cup in proper positions. Note: The grill/griddle plate must be
on unit when using hot dog feature. Please keep in mind that it is
very hot when the unit is operating.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to desired temperature and
preheat for approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
3. Assemble the hot dog rollers by slipping the
kebab skewers through the holes in each
end of the hot dog roller caps.
4. Pull drawers to open. Place skewers with
hot dog rollers into the skewer slots so the
star-like shape at the end of each handle is
inserted into a gear slot in the front end of
the kebab drawer.
5. Using tongs,
position the hot
dogs in between two
of the hot dog
rollers. Four hot
dogs will fit over
each of the drawers.
Close drawer securely.
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Using kebab, hot dog and/or grill-griddle feature together
You may use different cooking features simultaneously. Follow
instructions on page 4-5
drip cup, then wipe off any residue with a paper towel before
proceeding with next recipe.
CLeanIng, Care and maIntenanCe
CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT HAS
COOLED DOWN COMPLETELY.
Once you have finished cooking, turn the temperature control dial
to the Off position and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
Allow the unit to cool down for at least 30 minutes before handling.
Dispose of grease from the kebab drawers and drip cup once cooled.
The kebab drawers and drip cup can be cleaned by hand or in the
dishwasher.
The grill/griddle plate can be washed by hand, using a soft sponge or
cloth and hot water. It may be washed in the dishwasher, as well.
Do not use metal objects such as knives or forks for cleaning the grill/
griddle plate. Do not use a scouring pad for cleaning. The nonstick
coating can be damaged.
If you have been cooking seafood, wipe the grill/griddle plate with
lemon juice to prevent the seafood flavor from transferring to the next
recipe.
The drip cup, kebab drawers, skewers and hot dog rollers may be
submerged in water or washed in the dishwasher.
The housing base, and temperature control dial can be wiped clean
with a soft, dry cloth. For tough stains, dampen cloth. Never use
abrasive cleaners or harsh pads.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service
representative.
Storage
Always dry and assemble your Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro before
storing. Ensure that the base, grill/griddle plate and kebab drawers are
correctly positioned. The power cord can be wrapped around the back
of the base for storing.
WarrantY
LImIted tHree-Year WarrantY
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if
you own a Cuisinart
for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required
under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other
commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart
defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3
years from the date of original purchase.
We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com for a
fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However,
product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to
maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the warranty
benefits. 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.
If your Cuisinart
within the warranty period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary,
replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply call our toll-free number,
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1-800-726-0190, for additional information from our Customer Service
Representatives or send the defective product to Customer Service at
Cuisinart, 7811 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307.
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose
$10.00 for shipping and handling of the product.
Please pay by check or money order (California residents need only
supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping
instructions).
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.
Please be sure to include your return address, daytime phone number,
description of the product defect, product model number (located on
bottom of product), original date of purchase, and any other
information pertinent to the product’s return.
Your Cuisinart
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strictest specifications and has been designed for use with the
authorized accessories and replacement parts.
This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by
accessories, replacement parts, or repair service other than those that
have been authorized by Cuisinart.
This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse,
shipment or other ordinary household use.
This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so
these exclusions may not apply to you.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents
have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store
where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart
products of the same type.
The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product,
refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the
product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly
attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of the product. If the above
two options do not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the
consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility if
service or repair can be economically accomplished. Cuisinart and not
the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such
service, repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products
under warranty.
California residents may also, according to their preference, return
nonconforming products directly to Cuisinart for repair, or if necessary,
replacement, by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at
1-800-726-0190.
Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement,
and shipping and handling for such products under warranty.
6. To assemble: Top the grilled pound cake with the whipped cream
Reserve.
Hand Mixer, whip the cream to medium-stiff peaks.
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Put the cream and sugar into a chilled mixing bowl. Using a
5. While the pound cake is grilling, prepare the whipped cream.
minutes per side, until medium grill marks are achieved.
softened butter. Place on the hot grill plate and cook about 1½ to 2
4. While the strawberries are cooking, brush the pound cake with the
possible.
reserve, scraping as much of the sugar off of the grill plate as
for about 2 minutes, until softened and fragrant. Remove and
strawberry mixture onto the grill plate. Cook, tossing occasionally,
3. Once the grill has preheated, for about 10 minutes, spoon the
mixing bowl with sugar, salt and mint; toss to combine.
2. While the grill is preheating, put the strawberries into a medium
plate, to Medium.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill
½ teaspoon granulated sugar
½ cup heavy cream, chilled
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 pound cake (about 11 ounces), cut into 10 slices
1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
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pinch sea salt
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 pound strawberries, hulled and halved
Makes 10 servings
A great dessert for the summer months and it only takes 15 minutes.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 8 servings):
section.
*Many grocery stores sell peeled and cored pineapples in the produce
vary depending on the ripeness of the fruit.
flip half-way through cooking, As always with fruit, cooking times
only take about 1 to 1½ minutes. When grilling the fruit, carefully
pineapple and mango should take about 2½ minutes. The bananas
5. The peach should take about 2½ to 3½ minutes to grill. The
sides of the fruit with the cinnamon butter.
4. Remove the fruit from the lemon water and pat dry. Brush both
Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill plate, to High.
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3. Ten minutes before the fruit has completed soaking, preheat the
butter and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Reserve.
2. While the fruit is chilling, prepare the cinnamon butter. Stir the
for 20 to 30 minutes.
to fully cover the fruit. Stir in the lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate
1. Put the fruit into a large mixing bowl. Add enough water to the bowl
pinch ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
juice of 1 lemon
water (enough to cover the fruit)
1 mango, peeled, pitted and cut into 4 pieces
1 large peach, pitted and quartered
Grilled Fruit
• chol. 69mg • sod. 269mg • calc. 38mg • fiber 1g
Nutritional information per serving (based on 12 servings):
2 bananas, halved and then cut into 4 pieces
cut into ½- to ¾-inch slices*
½ medium fresh pineapple, peeled, cored,
Makes 6 to 8 servings
You may drizzle it with a little rum or liqueur and add a sprinkling of
Grilled fresh fruit makes a wonderful base for vanilla ice cream.
chocolate sauce.
indulgence, dollop some freshly whipped cream and drizzle with
6. Slice cooked bananas and serve on top of griddle cakes. For extra
about 10 to 15 minutes.
Start them after the first round of cakes). Cook until just softened,
booklet (these can cook concurrently with griddle cakes.
onto skewers and fit as instructed on page 5 of the instruction
until well combined. Add bananas and toss to coat. Thread evenly
small mixing bowl, mix the butter and light brown sugar together
5. While the griddle cakes are cooking, prepare the bananas. In a
minutes; flip and cook until done, about 3½ minutes longer.
griddle plate. Cook pancakes until bubbles form, about 3 to 4
4. Using a ¼- to ¹∕³-cup measure, drop batter onto the preheated
to the dry ingredients and stir until just blended. Do not overmix.
vanilla extract. Whisk to combine. Add the buttermilk /egg mixture
3. Combine the buttermilk, eggs, 3 tablespoons of melted butter and
medium bowl. Stir with a whisk to blend.
cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and granulated sugar in a
2. While the grill is preheating (about 10 minutes), combine the flour,
plate, to Medium.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
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2 to 3 firm bananas, each cut into 6 pieces
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
to room temperature
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
3 large eggs
1¼ cups buttermilk
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon sea salt
½ cup cocoa powder, sif ted
1½ cups unbleached, all-purpose flour
Makes ten to twelve servings
is a delicious way to end a meal.
Always a perfect match, this chocolate and banana pairing
Sushi Rice Cakes
green onions into rice.
over warm rice and mix together well. Stir sesame oil, ginger and
until salt and sugar are dissolved. Once dissolved, pour mixture
2. Put the rice vinegar, sugar and salt into a small saucepan. Heat just
plate, to Medium.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon chopped ginger
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1½ cups rice), warm
4 cups cooked sushi rice (cooked from about
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
¹∕³ cup rice vinegar
5. Pour any remaining marinade over grilled bok choy and serve.
visible and bok choy is cooked through.
cut side down. Grill 4 to 5 minutes per side, until grill marks are
4. After the 10 minutes has elapsed, place the bok choy on the grill
Centro, fitted with the grill plate, to Medium.
3. While bok choy is marinating preheat the Cuisinart
for about 10 minutes.
2. Pour marinade over bok choy and stir to mix. Let bok choy marinate
juice and oil and pulse so that all ingredients are combined.
finely chop. Add ketchup, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime
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the work bowl of the Cuisinart® Mini Prep Food Processor. Pulse to
1. Prepare the marinade first by putting the jalapeño and ginger into
1 pound baby bok choy, cut in half vertically and rinsed well
Bok Choy:
½ tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons fish sauce
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons ketchup
1 one-inch piece of ginger, peeled
1 medium jalapeño, seeded
Herb Roasted Potatoes
• chol. 8mg • sod. 27mg • calc. 2mg • fiber 1g
Nutritional information per ser ving:
Marinade:
Serves 4 to 6
This delicious dish pairs well with the Sushi Rice Cakes on page 15.
4. Let potatoes cook until tender and lightly browned, about 25
Fit skewers as instructed on page 5 of the instruction booklet.
3. Thread potatoes equally onto six of the provided skewers.
and rosemary, salt and pepper.
bowl, toss the potatoes with the oil to coat. Add the reserved garlic
An easy way to make grilled corn.
Corn on the Cob
roughly chop. Add the garlic and process to chop. In a large mixing
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons ex tra virgin olive oil
1½ pounds small red potatoes, halved
1 garlic clove
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
dipping sauce or drizzle over the tops of the scallops.
lemon herb butter. You can also melt the butter and serve as a
6. To serve, place the scallops on a serving tray and dot with the
chopping blade. Process until thoroughly combined; reserve.
Mini Chopper fitted with the
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zest into the work bowl of a Cuisinart
5. While the scallops are cooking, put the butter, parsley and lemon
4. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until scallops are fully opaque.
instruction booklet.
wedges per skewer. Fit skewers as instructed on page 5 of the
and then a scallop. You should have 3 scallops and 4 lemon
wedges and marinated scallops, starting with one lemon wedge
3. Thread four of the provided skewers, alternating with the lemon
Griddler® Grill Centro to High.
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preheat the Cuisinart
2. About 10 minutes before the scallops have completed marinating,
with plastic wrap; let marinate in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
mixing bowl and toss with the lemon juice mixture. Cover the bowl
pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil. Put the scallops into a large
1. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice together with the salt and
2 lemons, cut into 24 small wedges
1 teaspoon lemon zest
¹∕³ cup parsley
and cut into ½-inch pieces
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
12 large sea scallops, rinsed well and patted dry
2 tablespoons ex tra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¾ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Makes 3 main course servings, or 6 first course servings
5. Let skewers cook for 24 to 26 minutes, or until chicken is fully
as instructed on page 5 of the instruction booklet.
vegetables onto six of the provided skewers. Fit skewers into place
Griddler® Grill Centro to High. Thread the chicken and
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4. Ten minutes before chicken has completed marinating, preheat the
1 to 2 hours.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; let marinate in the refrigerator for
mixing bowl and toss with the vegetables, oil, lime juice and rub.
3. Rinse the chicken and pat dry with paper towels. Put into a large
cool place.
2. Use immediately or contain in a sealed glass jar. Store in a dry,
Stir to combine.
1. Prepare spice rub. Put all spice rub ingredients into a small bowl.
2½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
¼ cup olive oil
6 small mushrooms (1 to 2 inches in diameter)
6 ounces winter squash, cut into 12 one-inch pieces
1 medium bell pepper, cut into 12 one-inch pieces
¾ pound skinless, boneless chicken, cut into 12 two-inch pieces
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon sea or kosher salt
pinch cayenne
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¾ teaspoon ground cumin
Spice Rub
and serve on the side.
for a lighter meal, substitute extra virgin olive oil for the butter
The butter makes this dish rich and luxurious, but if you’re looking
Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter
and Vegetable Kebabs
Middle Eastern Spiced Chicken
Makes 6 servings
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page 5 of the instruction booklet. Open buns flat and place on top
link in each roll, topped with the sautéed peppers and onions.
5. Once sausages are fully cooked, prepare sandwiches. Place one
the remaining peppers/onions.
them to the right side of the plate to keep them warm. Repeat with
occasionally. Once the vegetables have cooked down some, move
Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill
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to the griddle plate. Sauté vegetables for about 15 minutes, tossing
4. While sausages are cooking, add half of the pepper/onion mixture
Sausages take about 30 minutes to fully cook.
3 sausage links on each side, using the outer three rollers.
3. Once the rollers have preheated, for about 10 minutes, add
salt and pepper.
2. In a mixing bowl, toss the peppers and onions with the olive oil,
plate and the rollers, to High.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
6 French rolls or hoagie rolls, halved
6 hot Italian sausage links
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 small onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 bell peppers, mixed in colors, cut into 1-inch pieces
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
1½ minutes.
of skewers, with motor off. A medium color takes about
concurrently with burgers. To do so, fit skewers as instructed on
4. Serve hot on grilled buns or English muffins. Buns can be toasted
should be 165°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer.
well grilled and juices run clear. Internal temperature of meat
evenly spaced on the grill. Cook for about 4 minutes per side, until
3. Once the grill is hot (about 10 minutes), arrange half of the burgers
plate, to High.
2. Preheat the Cuisinart
not grilling immediately.
Sprinkle each side with the garlic powder and salt. Refrigerate if
(3 ounces each) and shape into 4-inch burgers (about ¹∕³ cup each).
but do not overwork the meat. Divide into 12 equal portions
and black pepper. Using clean hands, stir to combine and mix well,
1. Put the turkey into a large bowl with the onion, parsley, cheese,
½ teaspoon sea salt, divided
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup freshly ground Reggiano Parmesan or Asiago
¹∕³ cup finely chopped Italian parsley
¹∕³ cup finely chopped green onion
1¾ pounds ground turkey (7% fat works best)
3. Before serving, sprinkle the Gruyère on top of the mushrooms to
additional 10 minutes.
the remaining half. Let cook until fully softened and fragrant, an
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¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
mixture over to the right side of the griddle to keep warm and add
tossing occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Move the mushroom
bowl. Place half of the mixture on the preheated griddle. Let cook,
ingredients, except for the Gruyère, together in a medium mixing
2. While griddle is preheating (about 10 minutes), toss all of the
plate, to Medium.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
3 ounces shredded Gruyere
pinch freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1½ teaspoons fresh thyme
½ large shallot, finely chopped
1 to 1¼
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
completely smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
process about 45 seconds, or until mixture begins to thicken and is
processor with the other ingredients. Pulse 2 to 3 times, and then
4. Add the sautéed vegetables back into the work bowl of the food
work bowl of the food processor.
3. While vegetables are sautéing, add the remaining ingredients to the
garlic and onion. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Heat the oil in a medium skillet set over medium-low heat. Add the
process until finely chopped.
Processor fitted with the chopping blade. Pulse 2 times and then
1. Put the garlic and the onion into the work bowl of a Cuisinart® Food
¼ teaspoon ground all-spice
pinch freshly ground black pepper
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suggestions below, or with some of your favorites.
½ teaspoon dry mustard
¾ teaspoon sea or kosher salt
¹∕³ cup cider vinegar
½ cup packed dark brown sugar
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, juices drained
½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
½ medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 garlic clove
Nutritional Information per serving based on ½ cup:
the mixture is just simmering. Simmer until tender, about 3 hours
large stockpot. Bring mixture to a boil. Cover and reduce heat so that
directions and put all ingredients plus an additional cup of water into a
Note:
The beans can also be cooked on the stove. Follow same
4. Serve warm.
taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
3. When time elapses and slow cooker switches to Warm, stir beans,
timer for 16 hours.
Programmable Slow Cooker. Select Low and set the
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the Cuisinart
2. Put the bacon with remaining ingredients into the cooking pot of
on a paper towel.
heat. Sauté until cooked through. Remove cooked bacon and drain
1. Put the diced bacon into a medium skillet and place over medium
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1¼ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon dry mustard
½ cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 ounces molasses
6 ounces ketchup
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 medium onion, cut into small dice
12 ounces water
drained and rinsed
1 pound navy beans, soaked in water overnight,
10 bacon slices, cut into small dice
• chol. 15mg • sod. 339mg • calc. 15mg • fibe r 1g
Calories 77 (48% from fat) • car b. 5g • pro. 5g • fat 4g • sat. fat 1g
Nutritional Information per serving based on ¼ cup:
consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
about 3 hours. If chili appears to be too dry, add water to desired
then reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for
3. Add the tomatoes, ketchup and water. Bring mixture to a boil and
cayenne and continue cooking until cooked through.
is added to the pan. Stir in the salt, chili powder, oregano and
2. Add the ground beef and break apart with a wooden spoon once it
minutes.
add the onion and garlic. Stir until soft and fragrant, about 3 to 5
1. Put the olive oil into a sauté pan over medium heat. Once hot,
2 cups water
2 ounces ketchup
²∕³ cup crushed tomatoes
pinch cayenne powder
½ teaspoon oregano
2½ tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
8 ounces ground beef
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Makes 6 cups
The perfect side dish to complement the hot dog bar.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
Taste and adjust seasonings accordingly.
and onion. Add the grilled vegetables and parsley; toss to combine.
of the cobs and place in the same mixing bowl that held the pepper
5. While pepper and onion are grilling, cut the grilled corn kernels off
4. Grill until softened, about 8 minutes, tossing occasionally.
butter, remaining salt, black pepper, chili powder and lemon juice.
3. While corn is grilling, toss pepper and onion with the remaining
time of 7 to 9 minutes. Reserve to cool.
preheated grill, turning every 2½ to 3 minutes for a total cooking
1 tablespoon of the melted butter and pinch of salt. Place on
2. While grill is preheating (about 10 minutes), brush the corn with
plate, to Medium.
Hot Dogs
Here is the foundation for the perfect dog.
3 minutes per side.
the hot dog buns on the griddle cut side down and toast, about 2 to
3. When the hot dogs have been cooking for about 20 minutes, place
rollers as instructed on page 5 of the instruction booklet.
2. Once preheated (about 10 minutes), place the hot dogs on the
plate and the rollers on the bottom of the grill, to High.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
melted butter (optional)*
8 hot dog buns
8 hot dogs
Makes 8 servings
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
¹⁄8 teaspoon chili powder
¹⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon plus 1 pinch sea salt
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, divided
2 ears corn on the cob, shucked and each cut into 4 pieces
5. Cook kebabs for 18 to 20 minutes, or until tofu and vegetables are
skewers into place as instructed on page 5 of the instruction booklet.
Thread the tofu and vegetables on six of the provided skewers. Fit
4.
Griddler® Grill Centro to High.
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the Cuisinart
3. Ten minutes before vegetables have finished marinating, preheat
with plastic wrap; let marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
Add the marinade and very gently toss to combine. Cover the bowl
2. Put all of the remaining ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
sealed glass jar.
homogenous. If not using immediately, store in the refrigerator in a
olive oil through the recessed area on the lid. Process until
mustard, tahini and honey. Process until combined. Slowly add the
chopping blade. Pulse to roughly chop. Add the soy sauce,
of a Cuisinart® Mini Chopper or Food Processor fitted with the
1. Prepare the marinade. Put the garlic and ginger into the work bowl
6 small mushrooms (1 to 2 inches in diameter)
1 large bell pepper, cut into twelve 1-inch pieces
3 ounces eggplant, cut into twelve 1-inch pieces
7 to 8 ounces extra-firm tofu, cut into twelve 2-inch pieces
warmed through, and the tortillas are crispy. Repeat.
2 to 3 minutes per side, until the cheese has melted, vegetables
¹⁄8 of the cheese. Top with tortilla oiled side up. Grill quesadillas
8 of the cheese, ¼ of the vegetables, ¼ of the shrimp, and another
¹⁄
Reserve.
tortilla with the vegetable oil.
about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and reserve.
on the preheated grill top. Toss frequently and cook until softened,
throughout, about 6 to 8 minutes.
instruction booklet. Grill shrimp until fully cooked and opaque
shrimp). Fit skewers into place as instructed on page 5 of the
¼ cup tahini
2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 one-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled
2 garlic cloves
Marinade
Makes 4 servings
Entrées
9. Cut each quesadilla into quarters. Serve with sides of salsa, sour
8. Place 2 tortillas on the grill, oiled side down. On each tortilla place
7. Once shrimp and vegetables have fully cooked, remove from grill.
6. While shrimp and vegetables are cooking, brush one side of each
5. While shrimp are cooking underneath, put the onions and peppers
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skewers (about 3 shrimp per skewer, depending on the size of the
remaining ¼ teaspoon salt. Thread shrimp onto 4 of the provided
4. Remove the shrimp from the marinade and sprinkle with the
Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill plate, to High.
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Cuisinart
3. Ten minutes before shrimp have finished marinating, preheat the
salt and olive oil. Reserve.
2. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the peppers, onion, ½ teaspoon
bowl. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
1. Toss the first seven ingredients together in a medium-large mixing
6 ounces Queso Fresco, shredded
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
8 small flour or corn tortillas
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 medium red onion, about 6 ounces, thinly sliced
larger crowd, simply double the recipe.
1 jalapeno pepper, deseeded and thinly sliced
1 large bell pepper, cut into ¼-inch slices
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
half a piece of the prosciutto.
spear with about a pinch of Parmesan, and then wrap each with
with the olive oil, pepper and lemon juice. Top each asparagus
2. While the grill is preheating (about 10 minutes), toss the asparagus
plate, to Medium.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill
4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
¼ to ½
cup grated Parmesan
½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
pinch freshly ground black pepper
½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces asparagus, trimmed
Makes about 8 servings
A quick hors d’oeuvre that is sure to impress. If you are expecting a
1½ tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 jalapeño pepper, deseeded and sliced
¼ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
1 pound large shrimp, deveined and shelled, rinsed well
5. Pour dressing over salad and toss together with torn basil leaves.
result is an emulsified dressing.
the small opening on the lid until all of the oil is added and the
combine. With the machine running, add the olive oil slowly through
chop. Add the Dijon mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper; pulse to
Food Processor. Add the shallot to the work bowl; pulse to finely
3. Grill for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning 3 to 4 times until
chopping blade into the work bowl of a Cuisinart
4. While vegetables are grilling, prepare the vinaigrette. Insert the
remove and add to bowl with croutons, tomatoes and cucumber.
approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side. Once vegetables are grilled,
pepper and onion on the grill and cook until tender on both sides,
Add the chopped tomatoes and cucumber to the croutons. Put the
grilling, remove and reserve in a separate large mixing bowl.
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mixing bowl used for the croutons. When croutons have finished
3. While bread is grilling, toss pepper and onion slices together in the
and completely dried out, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
the grill surface. Grill on all sides until croutons are golden all over
preheated for 10 minutes, spread oiled bread cubes evenly along
2. Toss bread cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once grill has
plate, to Medium.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill
6 to 8 basil leaves, thinly sliced (chiffonade)
½ cup ex tra virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon sea salt
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 small shallot
¼-inch half moon slices
1 medium cucumber, peeled, deseeded and cut into
3 large, ripe tomatoes, diced, or 3 cups grape tomatoes
1 red onion, cut into ¼-inch slices
¼-inch slices
1 medium red bell pepper (approximately 6 ounces), cut into
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups 1-inch bread cubes, approximately 1-pound baguette
Makes about twelve 1-cup servings
bread is able to soak up all the tomato juices with the dressing.
This salad is especially delicious when tomatoes are ripe – the grilled
Panzanella Salad
¼ teaspoon of pepper, basil, and lemon juice or vinegar.
with remaining teaspoon of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon of salt,
4. Once all vegetables are grilled, put back in mixing bowl and toss
batches.
minutes per side. Vegetables should be cooked in at least 2
single layer. Grill vegetables until tender, approximately 4 to 5
3. Once preheated (about 10 minutes), put vegetables onto grill in a
kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
Toss with garlic, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, ½ teaspoon of
2. While grill is heating, place all vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
to Medium.
1. Preheat Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the grill plate,
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
6 leaves basil, sliced thinly
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, divided
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
cut into ¼-inch slices
1 small fennel bulb, approximately 4 ounces,
cut into ¼-inch rounds
½ small eggplant, approximately 3 ounces, ends trimmed,
½ bunch asparagus, approximately 8 ounces, ends peeled
halved widthwise and cut into ¼-inch slices lengthwise
1 small zucchini, approximately 6 ounces, ends trimmed,
Nutritional information per 1-cup serving (based on five servings):
or at room temperature.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly. Serve immediately, warm
simple first course.
Grilled Vegetable Salad
Makes four to five 1-cup servings
A salad composed of grilled vegetables makes a beautiful and
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1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Thai red chili paste
2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
½ cup coconut milk
6 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1 cup roasted, unsalted peanuts
(based on 8 servings, with 2 tablespoons of the peanut sauce):
4. Serve immediately with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.
through, about 20 minutes.
page 5 of the instruction booklet. Let cook until fully cooked
with the marinated chicken. Fit skewers into place as instructed on
Griddler® Grill Centro to High. Thread six of the skewers
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Cuisinart
3. Ten minutes before chicken has finished marinating, preheat the
tablespoon of water at a time while the machine is running.
and fish sauce and process until smooth. To thin out sauce, add a
Add the peanut butter, coconut milk, tamari, chili paste, lime juice,
roasted peanuts and pulse until peanuts are well processed.
through the feed tube; process until finely chopped. Add the
food processor running, drop the jalapeño, garlic and ginger
Makes 6 to 8 servings
2. While chicken is marinating, prepare the peanut sauce. With the
two hours.
marinade. Cover with plastic and refrigerate for no more than
and whisk in the coconut milk. Put the chicken into the satay
processor bowl and pulse to roughly chop. Add to the mixing bowl
ingredients into a medium mixing bowl. Add cilantro to the food
bowl and process until finely chopped. Put the chopped
Put the garlic, green onion, ginger and lemongrass in the work
Food Processor.
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1. Insert the metal chopping blade into a Cuisinart
stored in the refrigerator. Great in a stir-fry too!
for this dish, but it keeps well for up to 2 weeks when wrapped and
*This recipe of Peanut Sauce makes 1½ cups, more than you will need
1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
¼ cup fresh cilantro
or about 1½ teaspoons chopped
1 one-inch piece of lemongrass, halved,
1 one-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and halved
1 green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 garlic clove
Chicken Satay:
Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Hors D’Oeuvres
Calories 408 (57% from fat) • ca rb. 20g • pro. 95g • fat 25g • sat. fat 8g
Nutritional information per serving (2 eggs, 2 sausage links and ¼ of potatoes):
with the sausages.
desired doneness. Repeat with remaining eggs. Serve immediately
the griddle plate. Let cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until
5. While the sausages are still cooking, break four of the eggs onto
keep warm. Reduce the temperature to Medium.
Once fully cooked, push to the right side of the griddle plate to
until fully cooked. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
4
Cook the potatoes for about 10 minutes, tossing occasionally, or
instruction booklet and put the potato mixture on the griddle plate.
4. Place the sausages on the rollers as instructed on page 5 of the
Toss with the melted butter/oil, salt, pepper, thyme and onion.
potatoes into ½-inch pieces and put into a medium mixing bowl.
3. While Grill Centro is preheating (about 10 minutes), cut the cooled
Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
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plate and the rollers on the bottom of the grill, to High.
2. Preheat the Cuisinart
Reserve to cool.
Cover and bring to a boil. Cook until potatoes are just fork-tender.
1. Put the potatoes into a large saucepan filled with salted water.
8 large eggs
thin breakfast sausage links
8 pre-cooked chicken breakfast sausage links or uncooked,
¼ small onion, finely chopped (about ¼ cup chopped)
pinch dried thyme
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¹⁄8 teaspoon sea salt
1½ to 2
tablespoons melted unsalted butter or olive oil
scrubbed and not peeled
1 pound potatoes (new red or Yukon gold, or a mix of both),
Makes four servings
A little bit of everything in this hearty start to the day.
Nutritional Information per ser ving (2 pancakes):
cooking for 5 minutes start cooking the pancakes.
rollers to cook once the grill is preheated. Once they have been
Note:
For a complete breakfast put 8 breakfast sausages on the
used.
baking sheet in a low oven (200°F). Repeat until all the batter is
Banana Buttermilk Pancakes
pancakes, you can keep them warm on a wire rack placed on a
6. Transfer to warm plates to serve. As you finish each batch of
3 to 4 minutes; flip and cook until done, about 2 minutes longer.
slices on each pancake. Cook pancakes until bubbles form, about
the griddle plate using a ¼-cup measure. Place 2 to 3 banana
5. Once griddle has preheated for 10 minutes, drop batter evenly onto
Be careful not to overmix.
4. Stir in the melted butter and then fold in the mashed banana.
Add to the flour mixture; whisk to combine.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs and vanilla.
whisk to blend. Reserve.
baking powder, salt and cinnamon into a medium bowl. Stir with a
2. Prepare the pancake batter. Put the flour, sugars, baking soda,
plate, to Medium.
1. Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler® Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
2 ripe bananas (½ mashed, 1½ cut into thin slices)
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1½ cups buttermilk
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon table salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
1¾ cups unbleached, all-purpose flour
Serves 8 people (16 pancakes)
A crispy exterior gives these pancakes a delightful texture.
Breakfast
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1 to 2 minutes per side.
6 to 8 minutes, or until opaque throughout.
of the provided skewers. Cook on High for
2 to 3 minutes per side.
minutes, or until opaque throughout.
skewers. Cook on High for about 20
with lemon wedges on 6 of the provided
discard. Pat dr y and thread alternately
7 minutes per side.
until fully cooked through and browned.
Cook on High for about 20 minutes, or
and thread on 6 of the provided skewers.
run clear when pierced.)
internal temperature of 170˚F - and juices
on High for 8 to 10 minutes per side. (An
cooked through and browned.
High for about 10 minutes, or until fully
Temperatures and Times
Suggested Grilling
SkewersFor skewers, cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces
GrillPounded to ½ to ¾-inch in height. Cook
Rollers8 sausages fit on the Rollers. Cook on
Skewer/Roller
Grill/Griddle/
ShrimpGrillPrepare as above. Cook on High, about
ShrimpSkewersShell and devein, dry well. Thread onto 6
Sea ScallopsGrillPrepare as above. Cook on High, about
Sea ScallopsSkewersRemove tough “foot” (muscle) and
Fish Steaks Grill¾- to 1-inch thick. Cook on High for 6 to
Chicken
Boneless
Chicken
Boneless
uncooked
Links (small),
Breakfast
Meat
Suggested Grilling
cooked through and browned.
High for about 20 minutes, or until fully
browned.
High for about 20 minutes, or until nicely
cooked through and browned.
High for about 20 minutes, or until fully
for medium).
until desired doneness (about 15 minutes
6 of the provided skewers. Cook on High
per side, or until desired doneness.
Grill on High. Cook about 3 to 4 minutes
done.
to 155˚F - medium well; 165 to 170˚F - well
medium rare; 145 to 150˚F - medium; 150
4 to 5 minutes per side. 135 to 140˚F 160˚F (nearly well done) which takes about
ground meat to an internal temperature of
doneness. USDA recommends cooking
Cook on High until desired doneness
Temperatures and Times
Rollers8 sausages fit on the Rollers. Cook on
Rollers8 sausages fit on the Rollers. Cook on
SkewersCut into 1- to 2-inch pieces and thread on
GrillPat steaks dry before cooking. Preheat
GrillCook on High to degree of desired
Skewer/Roller
Grill/Griddle/
uncooked
Sausage Links,
Sausage Links
Precooked
Hot DogsRollers8 hot dogs fit on the Rollers. Cook on
steak
Beef, boneless
1-inch thick
steak, ¾- to
Beef, boneless
hamburgers
Beef,
BaconGrill/GriddlePlace bacon on cold grill/griddle plate.
Meat
before grilling.
Grill Centro according to instructions
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Griddler
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the Cuisinart
contact with meat as it cooks and it will appear “steamed.” Preheat
grilled – plates will maintain contact with bones, but will lose
of foods grilled.
thermometer is a handy tool for checking the internal temperature
on the hot Griddler. An instant-read thermometer or a probe-type
Marinades can be used, but draining is suggested before placing
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Grill Centro, using the grill or griddle side of the plates.
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being grilled. Only boneless poultry, meat and seafood should be
Times are approximate and will vary with temperature of items
Griddler
The following are suggested grilling times for the Cuisinart