Cuisinart CBT500L, IB-7530 User Manual
INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
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MARTPOWER
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base
of blender in water or other liquid.
3. 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 or removing contents from blender jar.
Never put hands into the blender jar or container, or handle
the blades with appliance plugged in.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. Return appliance to nearest Cuisinart service
facility for examination, repair, and/or mechanical or electrical
adjustment.
7. The use of attachments, including canning or ordinary jars, not
recommended or sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, electrical
shock, or risk of injury to persons.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of counter or table or touch
hot surfaces.
10. Keep hands and utensils out of jar while blending, to
reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to
blender itself. A rubber or plastic spatula may be used but
must be used only when the blender is turned OFF.
11. When blender is in ON mode, and LED lights are flashing or
glowing, do not touch cutting assembly, interfere with blade
movement, or remove blender jar cover. Accidentally touching
a speed button may activate the blender.
12. BLADES ARE SHARP. HANDLE CAREFULLY.
13. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting assembly on
base unless the blender jar is properly attached.
14. Always operate blender with the cover in place.
15. Never leave your blender unattended while it is running.
16. When blending HOT liquids, remove measured pour lid (center piece
of cover) to allow steam to escape.
17. Twist on locking ring firmly. Injury can result if moving blades
accidentally become exposed.
18. Do not use an extension cord with this unit. Doing so may result in fire,
electrical shock, or personal injury.
Regarding your cord set: A longer cord has been provided so that
you will have flexibility in positioning your Cuisinart
Premier™ 600-Watt Blender near an electrical outlet. Exercise care
when using the longer cord, to avoid entangling or tripping over the
cord. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the counter or tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children
or tripped over. Excess cord should be stored in the cord storage
area at the back of the blender base to avoid injury caused by the
longer cord.
19. Wash the blender jar, cutting assembly, locking ring, and cover
before first use.
20. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
OR FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE
DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
21. WARNING: FLASHING LIGHT INDICATES READY TO OPERATE.
DO NOT TOUCH BLADES.
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SmartPower
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOTICE
This appliance is of the grounded type; the extension cord should be a
grounded type 3-wire cord. If the plug does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier
600-Watt Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking.
2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top of
corrugated insert. Next remove the top corrugated insert.
3. Remove the lower corrugated insert containing the blender jar assembly.
Be careful not to tip the jar when removing.
4. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside.
To assemble the blender, follow the Assembly instructions, page 4. Replace
all corrugated inserts in the box and save the box for repackaging.
Before using for the first time: Wash all parts according to the Cleaning
and Maintenance section on page 7 to remove any dust or residue.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Use and Care/Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Helpful Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Quick Reference Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Do’s and Don’ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Recipe Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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INTRODUCTION
The Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600-Watt Blender is constructed with
a heavy die-cast metal base and 50-ounce glass blender jar. This dynamic
new look for blending – solid, sophisticated, and elegantly commercial – is
perfect for today’s gourmet kitchen.
The most powerful of the SmartPower
600-watt motor that’s more than capable of handling extra-tough blending
tasks, including crushing ice. The flip side of this heavy-duty blender is its
versatile, precision control. A Count-Up™ Timer ensures that any recipe
can be followed to the second, and a professional-quality stainless steel
blade finely minces even small portions of nuts or delicate herbs. Separate
Hi, Low, Pulse, and Ice Crush controls, plus LED indicator lights, offer the
kind of ease of operation and control that result in the perfect blend, time
after time.
A crowd pleaser, the heavy glass blender jar holds 50 ounces of tropical
island drinks, luscious fruit and yogurt shakes, creamy chocolate pie
filling, crêpe or tempura batters...and more! If you think of something
else you want to add while blending, just remove the measured pour lid
insert and pour ingredients in. The blender jar has a spill proof spout, and
all the removable parts are dishwasher safe. Great look. Perfect blend.
Welcome to Cuisinart!
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blenders, it’s engineered with a
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
2.
1.
3.
5.
6.
7.
8d.
8.
9.
Note: Blades are sharp...
handle carefully.
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7. Count-Up
Five-minute timer times your recipes for perfect results.
8. Push-Button Controls
a. On/Off Buttons
b. High and Low Buttons
c. Pulse Button
d. Ice Crush Button
Timer
Choose High or Low speed to blend the ingredients to the desired
consistency. Red LED lights will indicate which speed you are using.
Allows you to pulse at High or Low speeds, so you can
blend ingredients only as much as needed.
Press on and begin crushing. This button is preset to the best speed
for crushing ice.
1. Cover
Just press on. Tightfitting
seal resists leakage.
2. Measured Pour Lid
Allows you to measure
and add ingredients without removing the cover.
3. 50-oz. Glass Jar
Has a unique, sturdy,
widemouth design.
4. Leak-proof Rubber Gasket
(not shown)
Holds the glass jar snugly in
position for safe
operation.
5. High-Quality Cutting
Assembly with Patented
8c.
8b.
8a.
Stainless Steel Blades
Is strong enough for all
blender tasks, including
tough jobs, from ice
crushing to chopping
delicate herbs.
6. Locking Ring
Is self-aligning so that the
glass blender jar slides
easily into position.
9. Heavy-Duty Motor Base
Is so sturdy and stable, it will not “walk” on your counter –
even during ice crushing!
10. Slip-Proof Feet (not shown)
Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks on
countertops or tables.
11. Cord Storage (not shown)
Keeps countertop safe and neat by conveniently storing
excess cord.
USE AND CARE
ASSEMBLY
(d)
(c)
(b)
(a)
5. Push the cover onto the top of the blender jar. Push the measured
pour lid into the cover.
6. Place the blender jar on the motor base so that the jar markings are
facing you and the handle is positioned to one side.
7. Plug in power cord. Your blender is now ready to be used.
To use your Cuisinart® SmartPower
Premier™ 600-Watt Blender, begin by
assembling the blender jar.
1. Turn the blender jar (a) upside down,
and place it flat on a sturdy surface.
2. Position the rubber gasket (b) on the
round opening on the bottom of the
blender jar.
3. Turn the cutting assembly (c) upside
down, and place the blade end in the
blender jar opening.
Note: Blades are sharp…
handle carefully.
4. Secure the rubber gasket and cutting
assembly into position by placing the
smaller opening of the locking ring
(d) on top of the cutting assembly.
Engage threads by twisting the
locking ring clockwise until
tightened. Make sure locking ring
is tightly fastened to blender jar.
Once assembled, turn the blender
jar right-side up.
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HELPFUL REMINDERS
• Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added during
blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding ingredients, and
replacing the measured pour lid.
• Cover should always be in place while the unit is on.
• Warning: Do not place blender jar onto base while motor
is running.
• Do not twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender jar from
base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
• Boiling liquid or solid frozen foods (with the exception of ice cubes or
½-inch [1.3 cm] pieces of frozen fruit) should never be placed in the
blender jar.
• Do not place ice, frozen foods or very cold liquids into a blender jar
which has come directly from a hot dishwasher.
• Do not place very hot liquids or foods in a blender jar which has come
directly from the freezer. Boiling liquids should cool for 5 minutes before
being placed in blender jar.
• Follow Cleaning and Maintenance instructions on page 7, prior to your
first use.
OPERATION
1. Place the motor base of your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier
600-Watt Blender onto a flat, sturdy surface. It is important that the
surface be clean and dry. Assemble the blender by following the
assembly instructions. Once the jar is assembled and is in position
on the motor base, plug the Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™
600-Watt Blender into an electrical outlet.
2. Add all necessary ingredients to the blender jar, and replace the cover.
You may add more ingredients by lifting the measured pour lid and
dropping ingredients through the fill area. Replace the measured
pour lid after adding ingredients. Do not place hands in blender jar
with blender plugged in.
Note: Add liquid ingredients first, then follow with solid ingredients. This will
provide more consistent blending and prevent unnecessary stress on the
motor.
Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover upward. Lifting
measured pour lid will not remove cover.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
To activate blender Press On – The blender is in On mode.
To begin blending Press desired speed button.
To change speeds Press desired speed button.
To pulse In On mode press Pulse, then press
and release desired speed button as
needed.
To crush ice In On mode, press and release
Ice Crush button as needed.
To stop blending Press Off button.
(and deactivate blender)
To stop blending Press High or Low button.
(in high or low speeds
and pause timer)
To stop blending Release button.
(in Pulse or Ice Crush Mode)
SPEED SELECTION GUIDE
Refer to this guide to choose the best speed for your desired result.
Ingredient/Recipe Speed Result
Reconstituting frozen Low Smooth and full-bodied
juice concentrate
Mayonnaise Low Thick and creamy
Salad dressings Low or High Completely blended
and emulsified
Nuts (shelled, Low Coarse to fine
½ cup or less at a time) Pulse to chop
Heavy or whipping cream Low – pulse Thick creamy topping
Bread, cookies or crackers Low – pulse, Coarse to fine as desired
(add ½" pieces, 1 cup or then blend
less at a time)
Grating/chopping citrus Low – pulse/blend Uniformly fine
zest (add 1 to 2 tsp. sugar
or salt from recipe)
Smoothies, shakes, High Smooth, creamy and thick
health drinks
Baby food/fruit and High Smooth and creamy
vegetable purée
Frozen cocktails High Thick and slushy
Hard cheeses
Spices Low or high pulse, Coarse to fine
then blend
Ice Ice Crush, Coarse crush to snowy
pulse or continuous
Low – pulse, then blend
Coarse to fine
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3. TIMING YOUR RECIPES: The SmartPower Premier™ 600-Watt
Blender features a 5-minute Count-Up™ Timer, so that you can time
your recipes and guarantee perfect results. The timer begins counting from 0 as soon as you push your desired speed: High, Low, Pulse
or Ice Crush. The timer will continue to count up even if you change
speeds during blending. You can pause the timer by pausing the
blending process. Do this by pushing the button corresponding to
the speed at which you are currently blending. For example: If you
are blending in Low speed and you push the Low speed button, the
blender will stop blending and the timer will stop counting, but the unit
will remain on. To continue blending and timing your recipe, push one
of the speed buttons. The timer will also stop counting when it reaches 5:00 minutes. The timer will only reset itself when the Off button is
pushed.
4. START BLENDING: Press the On button. The red LED indicator light
will illuminate, indicating that the blender is turned on but no speed
has been selected.
5. CHOOSE BLENDING SPEED: Press High or Low button to determine
the speed at which you would like to blend the ingredients. Both the
On indicator light and the activated speed indicator light will glow. The
blender will now be functioning at the desired speed. It is possible to
switch speeds without pressing the Off button, by simply pushing the
other speed button.
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Note: The Count-Up
timer will begin counting when the desired speed
button is pushed. The timer will continue to count if you change speeds.
6. TO PAUSE OR STOP BLENDING PROCESS
a. To Pause Blending Process: Push the button corresponding to
the speed at which you are currently blending. For example: If you
are blending on High speed, push the High speed button and the
blender will stop blending, but the unit will remain on.
Note: By pausing the blending process, you will also pause the timer.
The timer will pause until you start blending again.
b. To Stop Blending Process: Push the Off button when you are
finished with your recipe and would like to turn the blender off.
Note: When you push the Off button, the timer will stop counting and
the LED display will reset to 0:00. When the blender is turned back on
and a speed button is pushed, the timer will begin to count from 0:00.
7. PULSE MODE: The pulse mode allows you to create a burst of power
for quick, efficient blending. To use the pulse function, push the On
button and the red LED indicator light will illuminate. Push the Pulse
button, and the pulse LED indicator light will blink. Push and release
the desired speed button. Repeat as desired. You determine the duration of each pulse. While pulsing, the LED indicator light will glow.
The pulse function can be used to break apart larger pieces of food
or to control the texture of food when chopping. The pulse function is
also effective in starting the blending process when you do not want
continuous power, or when processing items that do not require an
extended amount of blending.
Note: The timer will count when you push or hold down the Pulse
button. The timer will pause when you release the Pulse button.
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8. TO CRUSH ICE: The SmartPower Premier
600-Watt Blender motor
is strong enough to crush ice without liquid at any speed; however for
your convenience, we have preset the best speed for ice crushing. To
give you greater control, the ice crush function automatically operates
as a pulse function. To crush ice, place ice cubes in the blender jar.
Press the On button. The On indicator light will illuminate. Press the
Ice Crush button in short pulses until ice is crushed to desired consistency. See Recipe Tips section on page 8 for more details.
Note: The timer will count when you push or hold down the Ice Crush
button. The timer will pause when you release the Ice Crush button.
9. TO DISLODGE FOOD: Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help remove
food lodged around the cutting assembly. DO NOT USE SPATULA
UNTIL YOU HAVE TURNED THE BLENDER OFF. Replace the cover
and measured pour lid and continue blending, if necessary. Make sure
spatula is not inside the blender jar before blending.
10. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the Off button and unplug the
blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the blender jar from
the motor base until the blender is off. Do not twist locking ring from
blender jar when removing jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar
from motor base. Do not place hands into blender jar with blender
plugged in.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600-Watt Blender
from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of
corrosion-resistant parts which are easy to clean. Before first use and
after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all parts
before reassembly. If any part is damaged or blender jar is chipped or
cracked, DO NOT USE BLENDER.
Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up and away.
Twist off the locking ring by turning counterclockwise.
Remove the cutting assembly and rubber gasket. Wash in warm soapy
water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
Place the locking ring in the upper rack of the dishwasher or wash in
warm water.
CAUTION: Handle the cutting assembly carefully. It is SHARP and may
cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from cutting assembly.
Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in warm,
soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, or place in upper rack of dishwasher.
The blender jar must be washed in warm, soapy water and rinsed and dried
thoroughly. The blender jar can also be placed upside down in dishwasher.
Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any residue,
and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in water or other liquid,
or place in a dishwasher.
Tip: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as follows:
Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar
and fill halfway with warm water. Run on Low for 15 seconds. Repeat, using
clean tap water. Empty blender jar and carefully disassemble parts. Wash
cutting assembly, gasket and locking ring in warm, soapy water. Rinse and
dry all parts thoroughly.
DOs and DON’Ts WHEN USING YOUR BLENDER
Do:
• Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that stated
on the bottom of the blender motor base.
• Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.
• Always add liquid ingredients to the blender jar first, then
add remaining ingredients. This will ensure that ingredients
are uniformly mixed.
• Cut most foods into cubes approximately ½ inch (1.3 cm) to
1 inch (2.5 cm) to achieve a more uniform result. Cut all cheeses
into pieces no larger than ½ inch (1.3 cm).
• Use the measured pour lid to measure liquid ingredients such as alcohol.
Replace measured pour lid after ingredients have been added.
• Use a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender is
turned off. Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the blender
jar or cutting assembly.
• Place cover on firmly. Always operate the blender with the cover on.
• Make sure locking ring is tightly attached to blender jar.
• Always remove locking ring, cutting assembly, and rubber gasket before
cleaning.
• When scraping the blender jar with a spatula, remove the food from the
sides of the blender jar and place food in the center of the blender jar,
over the cutting assembly.
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When chopping fresh herbs, garlic, onion, zest, bread crumbs, nuts, spices, etc, make sure the blender jar and cutting assembly are completely dry.
• If food tends to stick to the sides of the blender jar when blending, pulse
in short bursts.
• Pulses should be short bursts. Space the pulses so the blades stop
rotating between pulses.
Don’t:
• Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar.
• Don’t place cutting assembly and locking ring onto motor base without
the blender jar attached.
• Do not attempt to mash potatoes, knead heavy dough, or beat egg
whites.
• Don’t remove blender jar while unit is on. Keep the blender jar cover on
the blender jar while blending.
• Don't twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender
jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
• Don’t overprocess foods. Blender will achieve most desired results in
seconds, not minutes.
• Don’t overload blender. If the motor stalls, turn the blender off immedi-
ately, unplug the unit, and remove a portion of the food, then continue.
• Don’t use any utensil inside the blender jar while the motor is on.
• Don’t use any container or accessories not recommended by Cuisinart.
Doing so may result in injury.
• Don’t place hands inside the blender jar when blender is plugged in.
• Don’t add boiling liquids or frozen foods (except ice cubes or ½-inch
pieces of frozen fruit) to glass blender jar. Boiling liquids should cool for
5 minutes before being placed in blender jar.
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RECIPE TIPS
The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as well
as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and
family. Thanks to the superior ice crushing power of the SmartPower
Premier™ 600-Watt Blender, you’ll also be able to make delicious frozen
drinks.
Chopping Nuts: Place ½ cup shelled nuts in the blender jar and cover
blender. Set on Low and pulse until desired chop is achieved. Pulse fewer
times for coarsely chopped nuts. For best results process small amounts,
½ cup or less.
Bread, Cookie or Cracker Crumbs: Break or cut bread, cookies or
crackers into pieces ½ inch or less in size. For best bread results, use
day-old bread (drier bread works best). Place bread, cookie or cracker
pieces in blender jar. Set on Low or High and pulse to chop, then blend
continuously until desired texture of crumbs is achieved. For best results,
process 1 cup or less at a time.
Crushing Ice: Add up to 10 standard ice cubes to the blender jar. Cover.
Press the Ice Crush button, using short bursts, 10 times, or until cubes are
the consistency of snow. Turn blender off. Pulse fewer times if coarsely
chopped ice is desired.
Grating Fresh Citrus Zest: For best results, blender jar and cutting
assembly must be clean and dry. Remove zest from fruit in strips using
a vegetable peeler; use a sharp knife to remove the bitter white pith from
the underside of the zest. Process no more than 8 strips at a time (zest of
1 medium lemon). Cut strips in half. Add strips and 1 teaspoon sugar or
coarse salt (from recipe) to the blender jar. Cover blender jar. Set on Low;
blend for 15 to 20 seconds. Turn blender off.
Baby Food: Combine ½ cup cooked vegetables, fruit or meat with 3 to 4
tablespoons liquid (water, milk, fruit juice, broth, or cooking liquid) in the
blender jar. Cover. Set on Low or High. Blend for 15 to 20 seconds until a
smooth purée is reached. Add more liquid as necessary and process further
until desired texture is reached. For junior-type foods, set on High and use
the Pulse function. Always consult with your pediatrician/family physician
concerning the best foods for your baby and when to introduce new foods
to his/her diet.
Grinding Hard Cheese: Cut cheese into ½-inch pieces; remove all outer
hard rind. Place cheese in blender jar and cover blender. Set on Low. Pulse
to chop cheese, 10 to 12 times, then blend until desired grind is reached.
For best results, grind no more than 3 ounces of cheese at a time.
Grinding Spices: For best results, blender jar and cutting assembly must
be clean and dry. Add ¼ – ½ cup of spices/seeds/peppercorns to blender
jar. Cover. Set on Low or High; pulse to break up, then blend for 20 to 40
seconds.
Whipping Cream: If possible, chill blender jar and cutting assembly in
refrigerator for 15 minutes. Add 1 cup heavy or whipping cream to blender
jar. Cover jar. Set on Low and Pulse (1-second pulses) 20 to 30 times until
cream is thickened. (Do not overblend – bits of butter will begin to form.)
If desired, add 1 tablespoon sugar and 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla or other
flavoring. Consistency with be that of a thickened, but not fluffy, whipped
cream and is most appropriate for topping desserts or coffee drinks.
When using the blender to purée hot mixtures such as creamed soups and
baby foods, strain the solids from the liquid, reserving the cooking liquid.
Then place the cooked solids in the blender jar along with ½ to 1 cup of
the reserved cooking liquid. Use the Pulse function to chop, then blend
until desired consistency/purée is reached.
Allow hot foods to cool slightly before blending to prevent steam buildup
which may cause the lid to lift up from the blender jar.
Keep your blender out on the counter within easy reach and you will be
surprised how often you will use it.
Keep ice cubes made of juices, yogurt, milk or fruit purées on hand to
substitute for plain ice when making smoothies and frosty beverages to
prevent diluting the drink.
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RECIPES
Calories 105 (4% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 3g • fat 0g
Nutritional information per serving:
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 23mg • calc. 76mg • fiber 2g
SMOOTHIES, SHAKES, FRAPPÉS,
FROZEN BEVERAGES
FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIE
Layers of fresh fruit blend in just seconds to make this all-fruit smoothie.
Makes six 8-ounce servings
½ cup orange juice
1 cup cantaloupe, cut into 1" pieces
1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
1 cup pineapple chunks (1" pieces)
(fresh or canned, drained)
1 cup navel orange segments, cut into 1" pieces
1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
1 cup mango chunks (1" pieces)
1 medium banana, cut into ½" slices
1 cup ice cubes (about 6 standard)
Layer the ingredients in the blender jar in the order listed. Place cover on blender
jar. Set blender speed on High. Turn blender on and blend for 20 to 30 seconds until
smooth. Turn blender off.
Note: The riper the fruit, the sweeter the smoothie.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 101 (4% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 2g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 10mg • calc. 35mg • fiber 4g
FRUIT AND YOGURT SMOOTHIE
A delicious drink for breakfast on the run.
The fruits may be varied to suit your own taste. Add more calcium by using
calcium-enriched orange juice.
Makes six 8-oz. servings
2 cups pineapple chunks
1 medium banana, cut into 1" pieces
1 cup orange juice
1 cup fat free vanilla yogurt
2 cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw)
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on High and blend until smooth
and creamy, about 20 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
TO-FRUITTI SMOOTHIES
The much-maligned tofu is a good source of protein and a nice alternative to using
dairy products in smoothies. Change the fruits to suit your own taste.
Makes six 8-oz. servings
1 cup mango chunks (1" pieces), about 12 ounces
1 medium banana, cut into 1" pieces
1 cup orange, apple or other fruit juice
1 cup soy milk/beverage
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup silken tofu, cut into 1" pieces
2 cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw)
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on High and blend until smooth
and creamy, about 20 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings):
Calories 135 (18% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 5g • fat 2g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 10mg • calc. 63mg • fiber 4g
CRÈME CARAMEL SHAKE
This shake is an excellent source of calcium, making a
now and then indulgence a good thing.
Makes four 8-oz servings
2 cups lowfat milk
2 cups light vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt
3 tablespoons caramel syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed; cover blender jar. Set on
High. Blend until smooth, creamy and thick, about 40 to 50 seconds.
Serve immediately in tall glasses with straws.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 223 (30% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 9g • fat 8g
• sat. fat 5g • chol. 39mg • sod. 131mg • calc. 315mg • fiber 0g
MONKEY-DOODLE SHAKE
Chocolate frozen yogurt and bananas are combined to make this creamy shake.
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Makes four 8-oz. servings
2 cups lowfat milk
2 bananas, cut into 1" pieces
2 cups lowfat chocolate frozen yogurt
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed; cover blender jar. Set on High and
blend until smooth, creamy and thickened, about 40 to 50 seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses with straws.
Calories 257 (18% from fat) • carb. 46g • pro. 8g • fat 5g
• sat. fat 3g • chol. 19mg • sod. 95mg • calc. 216mg • fiber 2g
Nutritional information per serving:
MOCHA FRAPPÉ
Why go out for special coffee drinks when you can prepare them easily
Makes two 8-oz. servings
8 ounces espresso or double strength coffee, chilled*
¼ cup chocolate sauce
2 tablespoons flavored syrup – vanilla, hazelnut, almond,
raspberry, etc.
15 ice cubes
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar. Set on High and
blend until smooth and slushy, about 30 to 40 seconds. Serve immediately in tall
glasses. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 37mg • calc. 6mg • fiber 0g
For a creamy frappé, add 2 tablespoons half-and-half before blending.
*May be prepared from instant espresso powder.
at home in your Cuisinart® Blender?
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 138 (0% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 1g • fat 0g
FROZEN MANGO MARGARITAS
You can make margaritas and other frozen drinks with ease with your Cuisinart
Blender – try this refreshing Mango Margarita, or use your own special recipe.
Makes six 8-oz. servings
2 cups mango cubes (fresh or frozen, partially thawed)
½ cup tequila
¹⁄³ cup Triple Sec or Cointreau
®
¹⁄³ cup fresh lime juice
4 tablespoons superfine sugar
2 cups ice cubes
®
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Blend
on High for 30 to 40 seconds until the mixture is smooth and slushy in texture. Turn
blender off. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 158 (1% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 0g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 5mg • calc. 9mg • fiber 1g
For an alcohol-free Margarita, substitute 8 ounces fruit juice, such
as apricot nectar or cranberry juice, for the tequila and Triple Sec.
FROZEN COSMOPOLITAN
Can you improve on a new classic? Of course! Try our Frozen Cosmopolitan.
Makes eight 6-oz. servings
2 cups cranberry juice
10 ounces chilled vodka (may use citrus flavored)
2 ounces lime juice
2 ounces Triple Sec or Cointreau®
lime twists for garnish
Pour the cranberry juice into ice cube trays and freeze until solid. Place the vodka,
lime juice, Triple Sec and frozen cranberry cubes in the blender jar in order given.
Set on High and blend for 25 to 30 seconds until completely slushy. Serve immediately in chilled martini or other stemmed glasses, garnished with a twist of lime.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 142 (1% from fat) • carb. 12g • pro. 0g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 2mg • calc. 3mg • fiber 0g
FROZEN DAIQUIRI
A classic frozen cocktail.
Makes four 6-oz. servings
6 ounces frozen limeade
5 ounces light rum
3 cups ice cubes
Place ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar. Set on High. Turn
on blender jar and process until smooth and slushy, about 30 to 40 seconds. Turn
blender off. Serve immediately.
Nutritional analysis per serving:
Calories 92 (0% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 0g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 2 mg • calc. 2mg • fiber 0g
For Frozen Fruit Daiquiris, add 2 to 3 cups fruit (strawberries, peaches,
melon, etc.) cut into 1" pieces. For a more pronounced fruit flavor, freeze
additional fruit in cubes and use in place of ice cubes.
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DIPS/SPREADS/APPETIZERS
For best results when blending fresh herbs, the herbs, blender jar and cutting
assembly must be dry and clean.
TWO-PEPPER HUMMUS
This popular Middle Eastern spread is simple to make in your Cuisinart® SmartPower
™
Premier
600-Watt blender – we have spiced it up just a bit. Serve with pita wedges
Makes 2½ cups
2-3 cloves garlic, peeled
2-3 dried red chili peppers, about 2" each
4 strips lemon zest, 2 x ½" each (zest of ½ lemon), bitter white pith
removed, cut into ½" pieces
2 teaspoons ground cumin
or use as a spread for sandwiches.
3 sun-dried tomatoes (dry, not oil packed)
2 cloves garlic, peeled
½ cup boiling water
3 green onions, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces
1 package lowfat cream cheese, cut into 1" pieces
½ cup fat free cottage cheese
2 teaspoons herbs de Provence
Place sun-dried tomatoes and garlic cloves in a small bowl and cover with boiling
water; let stand 5 minutes. Drain, reserving soaking liquid, and place tomatoes and
garlic in blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on Low; pulse to chop, 10 times. Add
green onions, pulse to chop, 10 times. Add remaining ingredients in order listed. Set
blender on High. Blend for 10 to 15 seconds. Scrape blender jar as needed. Add
a teaspoon or two of the reserved soaking liquid if mixture seems thick; blend for
an additional 15 to 20 seconds, until mixture is smooth and creamy. Let stand 30
minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop. Place in an airtight container and
cover to refrigerate. Bring to room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon thyme
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
2 roasted red peppers (freshly roasted or from a jar), cut in eighths
1 can (19 ounces) chick peas, drained, rinsed and drained again
2 tablespoons tahini paste
¼ teaspoon hot sauce such as Tabasco
1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Place the garlic cloves, chile peppers and lemon zest in the blender. Cover blender
jar. Set blender on Low speed. Use Pulse button to chop, 10 pulses. Scrape the
sides of the blender jar and add the cumin, salt and thyme. Blend for 10 seconds.
Scrape the sides of the blender jar and add the lemon juice, water, roasted peppers, chickpeas, tahini and hot sauce in that order. Blend for 40 seconds; scrape the
sides of the blender jar if necessary. Add the olive oil in a steady stream through the
opening in the blender jar lid while blending for 20 seconds. Transfer the hummus
to a bowl and let stand for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop.
Hummus will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 23 (44% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 1g • fat 1g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 34mg • calc. 8mg • fiber 1g
SUN-DRIED TOMATO, GARLIC
& HERB CHEESE SPREAD
Serve with crackers, crudités, or as a sandwich spread
or topping for baked potatoes.
Makes about 1¾ cups
®
Makes eight servings, about 6 ounces each
1-2 cloves garlic, peeled
3 cups tomato or vegetable juice cocktail, divided
1 large rib celery, peeled, cut into 1" pieces
1 large cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded,
½ medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut into 1" pieces
½ medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut into 1" pieces
1 large jalapeño pepper, cored, seeded, cut into ½" pieces
6 green onions, trimmed, cut into ½" pieces
4 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, cut into 1" pieces
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar or lemon juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Place garlic in blender jar; cover jar. Set on Low; pulse to chop garlic, 10 times. Add
1 cup tomato juice/vegetable juice cocktail to blender jar along with celery, cucumber, green pepper, red pepper, jalapeño pepper, and green onions. Blend on Low
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories 48 (56% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 3g • fat 3g
• sat. fat 2g • chol. 6mg • sod. 135mg • calc. 39mg • fiber 0g
CHILLED GAZPACHO
A Cuisinart favorite, made with fresh, ripe summer tomatoes,
Chilled Gazpacho is perfect on a hot, summer night.
cut into 1" pieces
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until vegetables are medium-finely chopped, about 5 to 10 seconds. Transfer to a
large serving bowl. Add remaining tomato juice/vegetable cocktail to blender jar with
fresh tomatoes.
With blender set on Low, pulse 10 times to chop, or blend continuously if
a smoother gazpacho is preferred. Add to the bowl of vegetables with the remaining
juice. Season with sherry vinegar or lemon juice, salt and pepper. Chill before serving.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 51 (5% from fat) • carb. 11g • pro. 2g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 429mg • calc. 28mg • fiber 2g
CHILLED MELON AND MANGO SOUP
Sweet cantaloupe and mango combine with orange juice for this refreshing
cold soup. Perfect for a summer brunch or as a refreshing, cool ending
to a warm-weather meal.
Makes eight 6-oz. servings
Place the parsley in the blender jar. Place cover on blender jar. Set blender on Low
and pulse until coarsely chopped, about 4 to 5 times. Remove and reserve.
Melt the butter in a medium Cuisinart® saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and
cook until soft but not brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus, stock, and all
but 1 tablespoon of the reserved parsley. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high
heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until asparagus is tender,
about 10 to 12 minutes.
Pour the soup through a strainer, reserving the solids and liquids. Allow to cool 5
minutes. Place the solids in the blender jar with 1 cup of the cooking liquid; return
the remaining liquid to the saucepan. Cover blender jar and set on Low. Turn blender on and blend until creamy and smooth, about 25 to 30 seconds. Turn blender off.
Returned puréed vegetable mixture to the saucepan and stir to combine. Stir in halfand-half. Stir cornstarch into water, and add to soup. Add salt and pepper. Cook,
stirring often, over medium heat, until soup thickens, about 6 to 8 minutes. Do not
allow to boil. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve in warmed bowls garnished with the remaining parsley.
2-3 slices fresh ginger (each about the size of a quarter)
1 mango, about 12–14 ounces, peeled, seeded, cut into 1" pieces
1 cantaloupe, about 3 pounds, peeled, seeded, cut into 1" pieces
½-1 cup orange juice
Place ginger, mango, melon and ½ cup orange juice in the blender jar; cover. Set
on Low and blend until smooth, about 20 to 30 seconds. Add as much remaining
orange juice as necessary to adjust consistency to that of a thick soup. Chill com-
Makes six 6-oz. servings
2 medium leeks, white and tender green only, sliced horizontally and cut
pletely before serving. May be garnished with fresh raspberries or blueberries and a
sprig of mint.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 68 (2% from fat) • carb. 17g • pro. 1g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 14mg • calc. 17mg • fiber 1g
CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
Make this soup in the spring when asparagus is at its most flavorful.
Makes eight 6-ounce servings
¾ cup Italian parsley leaves, washed and dried
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
²⁄³ cup chopped onion or leek
1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces
3 cups fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock or broth
1 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1½ cups cold water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 small (3-4 ounce) onion, peeled and cut into ½" pieces
¼ teaspoon thyme
2 medium russet potatoes (about ¾ pound total), peeled,
1½ cups fat free, low-sodium chicken stock or broth
¾ cup water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon white pepper
¾ cup half-and-half
Place leeks in a medium bowl and add cold water. Swirl, then let stand for approximately 5 minutes. Lift leeks from the water without disturbing the sand/sediment
collected in the bowl; allow to drain completely.
Melt butter in a large Cuisinart
onion, and thyme. Let cook until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add potatoes, stock, and
water; cover and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to low, and
simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are soft, about 10 to 15 minutes.
½ teaspoon white pepper
Calories 98 (59% from fat) • carb. 7g • pro. 4g • fat 7g
• sat. fat 4g • chol. 19mg • sod. 510g • calc. 56mg • fiber 2g
Nutritional information per serving:
CREAMY POTATO LEEK SOUP
This versatile soup may be served hot or chilled.
into ½" pieces
cut into 1" slices
®
saucepan over medium heat. Add the drained leeks,
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Drain vegetables, reserving cooking liquid. Allow to cool 5 minutes. Place vegetables in blender jar. Add 1 cup cooking liquid; return remaining cooking liquid to
saucepan. Cover blender jar. Set on High. Blend 20 to 30 seconds. Scrape blender
jar and blend 10 to 15 seconds longer, until completely puréed and creamy smooth.
Stir vegetable purée into stock in saucepan and reheat over medium low heat. Add
salt, pepper and half-and-half.
Calories 132 (37% from fat) • carb. 18g • pro. 3g • fat 6g
• sat. fat 3g • chol. 16mg • sod. 369mg • calc. 56mg • fiber 3g
Nutritional information per serving:
Variation: Turn this soup into Creamy Watercress Soup by adding 1 bunch watercress, washed and dried. Pick leaves and reserve. Chop stems and measure out 1½
cups. Add stems to vegetable mixture when sautéing. Follow recipe as directed.
Stir in reserved watercress leaves along with the half-and-half. Serve hot or chilled.
CREAMY TOMATO & RED PEPPER BISQUE
Creamy tomato soup that is special enough for any occasion.
Makes eight 6-oz. servings
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion (4 ounces), peeled, cut into ½" pieces
1 rib celery (2 ounces), cleaned, cut into ½" pieces
1 carrot (2 ounces), peeled, cut into ½" pieces
2 tablespoons white rice
1 teaspoon basil
2 cups fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
2 cans (15½ oz. each) recipe-ready diced tomatoes with juices
2 roasted red peppers, seeded
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¹⁄
teaspoon white pepper
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½ cup half-and-half
Heat the butter and olive oil in a Cuisinart® 3¾-quart saucepan over medium low
heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot; cover loosely and cook until the vegetables
are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the rice and basil; cook until rice is opaque, 2
minutes. Stir in the stock, tomatoes and red peppers. Raise heat and bring to a boil.
Lower the heat, cover loosely and simmer over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes. Turn
off heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
Strain the solids from the cooking liquid, reserving the cooking liquid and returning it
to the saucepan. Place the solids in the blender jar. Add 1 cup of the cooking liquid
to the blender jar. Set on High. Pulse 10 times to chop, then process for 30 to 40
seconds until totally smooth and creamy. Add the salt and pepper; blend 5 seconds
longer. Return the blended tomato mixture to the cooking liquid in the saucepan.
Heat on medium until it just begins to simmer, then add the half-and-half. Do not
allow to boil. The soup may be made ahead and reheated – if making ahead, do not
add half-and-half until soup is reheated.
Calories 87 (28 % from fat) • carb. 13g • pro. 3g • fat 3g
• sat. fat 1g • chol. 7mg • sod. 367mg • calc. 47mg • fiber 3g
Nutritional information per serving:
PERFECT POPOVERS
I
mpress your guests with these deceptively simple popovers that are mixed in a
matter of seconds in your Cuisinart® Blender. Our 50-ounce blender is large enough
for you to increase this recipe by 50 percent to make a larger batch.
Makes 18 popovers
6 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups evaporated fat free milk, not reconstituted
½ teaspoon kosher salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Preheat oven to 375°F. Thoroughly coat eighteen ½-cup popover, custard, or muffin
cups with cooking spray or melted butter.
Place the eggs, flour, milk and salt in the blender jar in the order listed; cover
blender jar. Set on Low. Blend for 10 seconds. Scrape the sides of the jar if needed.
With the blender running, add the melted butter in a steady stream and blend for 10
seconds. Let batter rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven until
puffy and nicely browned, about 40 minutes. Use a cake tester to pierce each popover several times and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from oven, loosen
from pans with a thin bladed knife and gently lift out. Serve hot.
Calories 126 (37% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 6g • fat 5g
• sat. fat 3g • chol. 79mg • sod. 91mg • calc. 93mg • fiber 0g
For Pesto Popovers: add ½ cup prepared pesto (page 15) to the batter.
Bake as directed.
Nutritional information per popover:
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