Cuisinart VELOCITY Ultra 1HP Blender SPB-650C Instruction And Recipe Booklet

INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET
®
VELOCITY UltraTM 1HP Blender
SPB-650C
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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 liquids.
3. Close supervision is necessar y 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 handle the blades with the 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 not recommended or sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, including canning or ordinary jars, 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 injur y 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 on, and LED lights are illuminated or flashing, do not touch cutting assembly, inter fere 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. Twist removable blade assembly firmly to
blender jar. Injury can result if moving blades accidentally become exposed.
17. Regarding your cord set: A longer cord has
been provided so that you will have flexibil­ity in positioning your Cuisinart
®
VELOCIT Y
Ultra
TM
1HP Blender. 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.
18. Wash the blender jar, blade assembly and cover before first use.
19. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
20. WARNING: FLASHING LIGHT INDICATES READY TO OPERATE. DO NOT TOUCH BLADES.
21. When blending hot liquids in blender jar, remove measured pour lid to allow steam to escape.
22. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing
in an appliance garage always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing
so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
23. Do not blend carbonate beverages in the blender jar.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOTICE:
This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modif y the plug in any way.
This appliance comes with a resettable thermal device to prevent damage to the motor in the case of extreme overload. Should the unit shut off unexpectedly, unplug it and let it cool for at least
15 minutes before continuing (see “To reset the unit,” on page 6).
Maximum of 750 watts rated power is based on Cuisinart
®
jar.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the box containing your Cuisinart® VELOCITY UltraTM 1HP Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking.
2. Open top flaps and remove instruction book­let and other printed materials from top of pulp tray.
3. Set the large panel of the gift box face down and gently slide pulp tray containing the blender jar assembly out of the gift box. Remove the jar cover and measuring cup, then carefully lift blender base and set aside.
To assemble the blender, follow the Assembly instructions on page 5 in this instruction booklet. Replace all packing materials 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 6 of this booklet to remove any dust or residue.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ...................2
Unpacking Instructions ..................3
Features and Benefits ...................4
Assembly .............................5
Helpful Reminders ......................5
Operation .............................5
Cleaning and Maintenance ...............6
Dos and Don’ts ........................7
Recipe Tips ...........................8
Quick Reference Guide ..................9
Recipes...............................9
Warranty.............................16
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Note: Blades are sharp.
Handle carefully.
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ASSEMBLY
To use your Cuisinar t® VELOCITY UltraTM 1HP Blender, begin by a ssembling the blender jar.
1. Turn the blender jar (a) upside down and place it flat on a sturdy surface.
Note: You may need to position the rubber
gasket (b) into the groove of the blade assembly if not tightly in place.
2. Turn the blade assembly (c) upside down and place the blade end in the blender jar ope ning.
Note: Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
3. Twist blade assembly (c) clockwise until secure.
HELPFUL REMINDERS
• Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be adde d 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
.
Warnin g: Do not place blender jar on base while motor is running.
• Do not remove blade assembly from blender jar when removing blender ja r from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
• Never put b
oiling liquids or solid froze n foods (with the exception of ice cubes or ½-inch [1.25 cm] pieces of frozen fruit) in the blender jar.
• Do not put ice, frozen foods or very cold liquids into a blender jar that has come directly out of a hot dishwasher.
• Do not put ver y hot liquids or foods into a blender jar that has come directly out of the freezer. Cool boiling liquids for 5 minutes before pouring into blender jar.
• Follow Cleaning and Maintenance instructions on page 6 prior to your first use.
OPERATION
1. Place the motor base of your Cuisinart® VELOCITY Ultra
TM
1HP Blender on a flat, sturdy surface. It is important that the surface be clean and dry. Assemble the blender jar by following the Assembly instructions. Once the jar is assembled and is in position on the motor base, plug the unit into an electrical outlet.
2.
Put all necessary ingredients into 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 put hands into 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.
3. Start blending:
Press the I/O button. The red LED indicator
light will illuminate and flash, indicating that the blender is turned on, but no speed has been selected.
4. Choose blending action:
A. If selecting a blending speed, press Low or High
button to determine the speed at which you would like to blend the ingredients. Both the On (
I/O)
indicator light and the activated speed indicator lights will glow. The blender will now be functioning at the desired speed.
B. If selecting a pre-programmed function,
press the Ice Crush or Smoothie button to determine the function you would like to blend the ingredients. Both the On (
I/O)
indicator light and the activated pre-programmed indicator lights will glow. The blender will now be functioning at the desired pre-programmed function. The blender will stop running once the pre-programmed function times out and completes the blending cycle.
C. If selecting Pulse mode you can create a burst
of power for quick, efficient blending. To use the Pulse function, push the Pulse button and the blue Pulse LED indicator light will blink. Press and release either the Low or High buttons. Repeat as desired. You determine the duration of each pulse. While pulsing, the blue 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
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. Cover
Just press On. Tight-fitting seal resists leakage.
2. Measured Pour Lid
Allows you to measure and add ingredients without removing the cover.
3. 56-oz. (1.5 L) BPA-Free Tritan
®
Co-Polyester Jar
Has a unique, sturdy, wide-mouth design.
4. High-Quality Blade Assembly with Patented Stainless Steel Blades
Strong enough for all blending tasks, including tough jobs like crushing ice and blending smoothies.
5. Electronic Touchpad Controls
a. I/O
Button
Turns blender on or off.
b. Low Button
Choose Low speed to blend ingredients to desired consistency. Blue LED lights indicate which speed you are using.
c. High Button
Choose High speed to blend ingredients to desired consistency. Blue LED lights indicate which speed you are using.
d. Pre-Programmed Ice Crush Button
Press Ice Crush to begin crushing. The blender will cycle through a pre-programmed function and stop when finished.
e. Pre-Programmed Smoothie Function
Speed is specifically designed to blend a variety of ingredients into a perfect smoothie. The blender will cycle through a pre-programmed function and stop when finished.
f. Pulse Button
Allows you to pulse ingredients on High or Low so you can blend as much as needed.
6. Powerful Motor Base Plenty of power to handle a wide variety of blending tasks.
7. Slip-Proof Feet Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks on countertops or tables.
8. Cord Storage (not shown) Keeps countertop safe and neat by conveniently storing excess cord.
Note: Tritan is a registered trademark of Eastman Chemical Company.
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when you do not want continuous power or when processing items that do not require an extended amount of blending.
WARNING: FLASHING RED LIGHT INDICATES READY TO OPERATE. DO NOT TOUCH BLADES.
5. To pause or stop blending process:
a. To pause blendin g 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.
b. To stop blending process:
Push the I/O button when you are finished with your recipe and would like to turn the blender off.
c. To prevent excessive stress to the motor:
Your blender incorporates an auto-stop feature. After running continuously for two minutes, the blender will automatically revert to Standby mode. To continue blending, press the desired function.
To dislodge food: Be sure blender is off. Use
a rubber or plastic spatula to help remove food lodged around the removable blade assembly. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and turn blender back on and continue blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the blender jar before blending.
To reset the unit: This appliance features an
advanced, resettable thermal device. In the event of an overload condition, the unit will shut down to protect the motor from overheating. To reset the appliance when this happens, unplug the unit and let it cool for a minimum of 15 minutes. Then, reduce the contents of the blender jar and/or clear any jams. Restart the unit as noted in the operating directions.
When finished blending: Press the
I/O 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 remove blade assembly from blender jar when removing jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do not put hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug your Cuisinart® VELOCITY UltraTM 1HP Blender from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blende r is made of corrosion-resistant parts that are easy to clean. Before fir st use and af ter every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically che ck all parts before reassembly. If any par t 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. Remove blade assembly by turning counterclockwise.
Remove the blade assembly. Wash in warm, soapy water, rinse and dr y thoroughly.
CAUTION: Handle the blade assembly carefully. It is SHARP and may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from assembly.
Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in wa rm, soapy water; rinse and dr y thoroughly or place in upper rack of dishwa sher. 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 liquids, or place in a dishwasher.
Tip: You may wish to clean your blender blade assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled ble nder jar and fill halfway with warm water. Run on Low for 15 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
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 dr y 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 1 inch (2.5 cm) to achieve a more uniform result. Cut all cheeses into pieces no larger than ½ inch (1.25 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 blade assembly.
• Place cover on firmly. Always operate the blender with the cover on.
• Make sure removable blade assembly is tightly attached to blender jar.
• Always remove blade assembly 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 blade assembly.
• When chopping fresh herbs, garlic, onion, zest, breadcrumbs, nuts, spices, etc., make sure the blender jar and blade assembly are completely dr y.
• 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, about 1-2 seconds.
Don’t:
• Don’t store food or liquids in the blender jar.
• Don’t place blade assembly on motor base without the blender jar attached.
• Don’t 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 removable blade assembly from blender jar when removing blender jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
• Don’t overload blender. If the motor stalls, turn the blender off immediately, 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 put hands inside the blender jar when blender is plugged in.
• Don’t add boiling liquids or frozen foods [except ice cubes or ½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces of frozen fruit] to blender jar. Boiling liquids should cool for 5 minutes before being poured into blender jar.
• Don’t run blender when jar is empty.
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RECIPE TIPS
The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favourites as well as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and family. Thanks to the superior ice-crushing power of the VELOCITY Ultra
TM
1HP Blender, you’ll also be able
to make delicious frozen drinks. Chopping Nuts
Put ½ cup (125 ml) shelled nuts into the blender jar and cover blender. Pulse on Low or High until desired chop is achieved. Pulse fewer times for coarsely chopped nuts. For best results, process small amounts, ½ cup (125 ml) or less.
Bread, Cookie or Cracker Crumbs Break or cut bread, cookies or crackers into pieces ½ inch (1.25 cm) or less in size. For best bread results, use day-old bread (drier bread works best). Put bread, cookie or cracker pieces in blender jar. Set on Low or High and pulse to chop, then run continu­ously until desired texture of crumbs is achieved. For best results, process 1 cup (250 ml) or less at a time.
Crushing Ice Put up to 12 standard ice cubes into the blender jar. Cover. Press the Ice Crush button for perfect, snow­like results, For coarser results, pulse on Ice Crush using short bursts.
Grating Fresh Citrus Zest For best results, blender jar and cutting assembly must be clean and dr y. 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. Put strips and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sugar or coarse salt (from recipe) into the blender jar. Cover blender jar. Run on Low for 15 to 20 seconds.
Baby Food Combine ½ cup (125 ml) cooked vegetables, fruit or meat with 3 to 4 tablespoons (45 to 60 ml) liquid (water, milk, fruit juice, broth or cooking liquid) in the blender jar. Run on Low for 15 to 20 seconds until a smooth purée is reached. Add more liquid as necessar y and process further until desired texture is reached. 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 (1.25 cm) pieces; remove all outer hard rind. Put cheese into blender jar. Pulse on Low to chop cheese, 10 to 12 times, then run until desired grind is reached. For best results, grind no more than 3 ounces (85 g) of cheese at a time.
Whipping Cream If possible, chill blender jar and cutting assembly in refrigerator for 15 minutes. Put 1 cup (250 ml) heavy or whipping cream into blender jar. Cover jar. Pulse on Low 20 to 30 times until cream is thickened. (Do not overblend – bits of but ter will begin to form.) If desired, add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sugar and 1 to 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 ml) of vanilla or other flavouring. Consistency will be that of a thickened, but not fluffy whipped cream, and is most appropriate for topping desserts or coffee drinks.
Other
When using the blender to purée hot mixtures such as creamed soups and baby foods, strain the solids from the liquid, reser ving the cooking liquid. Then put ½ to 1 cup (125 to 250 ml) of the reserved cooking liquid into the blender jar along with the cooked solids. Blend on Low 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. When blending hot foods hold lid down with a dish towel in hand to hold the lid in place.
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.
For quick cleaning, add 1 cup (250 ml) of warm water and a drop of liquid dish soap to the blender jar. Cover and run on Low or High for 30 seconds or more as needed. Discard the soapy water and rinse blender thoroughly before the next use.
RECIPES
Power Protein Smoothie ................................... 10
Super Antioxidant Smoothie ............................. 10
Sweet Green Smoothie ..................................... 10
Very Berry Smoothie ......................................... 10
Vitamin C Smoothie .......................................... 11
Frozen Rum Punch ............................................ 11
Mocha Shake .................................................... 11
Carrot and Ginger Soup .................................... 11
Creamy Greens Soup ........................................ 12
Gazpacho .......................................................... 12
Champagne Vinaigrette ..................................... 13
Creamy Caesar Dressing .................................. 13
Green Goddess Dressing .................................. 13
Hollandaise Sauce............................................. 14
Roasted Red Pepper
and Garlic Sauce ............................................... 14
Crêpe Batter ...................................................... 14
Raspberry Sauce ............................................... 15
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
To activate blender
Press
I/O – The ble nder is
in Standby mode.
To begin blendi ng Press desi red speed o r
pre-programmed button. To change spee ds Press desired speed button. To pulse
Press
I/O, then Pulse, t hen press
and relea se desire d speed but ton as
needed. To crush ice
Press
I/O, then pres s Ice Crush b utton
and program will begin. Ice Crush
program r uns for one cyc le. To stop blending
(and deact ivate blender)
Press
I/O button.
To stop blending (during a desig­nated function and pause timer)
Press sam e function ke y under
operation again.
To stop blending in Pulse
Release speed button.
To stop blending in Ice Crus h mode
Press Ice C rush butt on again.
SPEED SELECTION GUIDE
Ingredient/ Recipe
Speed Result
Reconstituting frozen juic e con­centrate
Low Smooth and
full-bodied
Mayonnaise Low Thick and creamy Salad dressings Low Completely blended
and emulsified
Nuts [shell ed, ½ cup (125 ml) or less at a tim e]
Pulse High to
chop
Coarse to f ine
Heavy or wh ipping cream
Pulse on Low Thick, creamy topping
Bread, coo kies or cracker s [add ½ inch (1.25 cm) pieces, 1 c up (250 ml) or less a t a time]
Low – Pulse to
break up, the n
run on Low
Coarse to f ine as desired
Grating/chopping citrus zes t [add 1 to 2 tsp. (5 - 10 ml) sugar or sa lt from recipe)
Low Uniformly fine
Smoothies, shakes, he alth drinks
Smoothie Smooth, creamy and
thick
Baby food/fruit and vegetable purée
Low Smooth and creamy
Frozen cocktails Ice Crush Thick and s lushy
Hard cheeses
Low – Pulse to
break up the n
run on Low
Coarse to f ine
Ice (approx . 12 cubes per c ycle)
Ice Crush Coarse crush t o snowy
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Power Protein Smoothie
This on-the-go drink, packed with energy-dense
ingredients, will satisfy your hunger and
keep you full, longer.
Makes about 4½ cups (1.125 L)
cups (375 ml) unsweetened soy, almond or
hemp milk (cow’s milk may also be used) ½ cup (125 ml) plain or vanilla yogurt 1 banana, quartered 1 frozen banana, cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm)
pieces 1½ cups (375 ml) mixed frozen berries 2 tablespoons (30 ml) protein powder 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey (optional)
1. Put ingredients into the blender jar in order
listed.
2. Blend on the Smoothie function.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [9 oz (255 g)]:
Calories 159 (19% from fat) • carb. 24g • pro. 10g • fat 4g •
sat. fat 1g • chol. 4mg • sod. 69mg
• calc. 220mg • fiber 3g
Super Antioxidant Smoothie
Berries are the ultimate antioxidant ingredients.
Sip on this mix for breakfast, especially after
a day of indulgent eating, to kick-start
your healthy-eating routine.
Makes about 6 cups (1.5 L)
2 cups (500 ml) pomegranate juice 1 banana, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces 4 cups (1 L) mixed frozen berries 2 tablespoons (30 ml) ground flax seed
1. Put the ingredients, in the order listed, into the
blender jar.
2. Blend on the Smoothie function.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [8 oz (230 g)]:
Calories 118 (11% from fat) • carb. 28g • pro. 1g • fat 2g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 5mg
• calc. 14mg • fiber 4g
Sweet Green Smoothie
This sweet—yes, sweet!—green drink will give you
the extra energy boost you need early in the morning
or late in the afternoon.
Makes 3½ cups (875 ml)
cups (375 ml) almond milk 6 stems locinato kale, trimmed and chopped
into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
1 medium-large apple, cored and cut into
1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces ¾ cup (175 ml) frozen mango ¾ cup (175 ml) frozen strawberries
1. Put all ingredients into blender jar in the order
listed.
2. Blend on the Smoothie function. For a smoother
consistency, run on Smoothie function again.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [7 oz (200 g.]):
Calories 82 (15% from fat) • carb. 18g • pro. 1g • fat 1g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 128mg
• calc. 102mg • fiber 3g
Very Berry Smoothie
Blend up this combination of fresh and frozen fruit
for a refreshing morning or afternoon treat.
Makes 5 cups (1.25 L)
cups (375 ml) orange juice 1½ cups (375 ml) peeled ripe banana,
cut into 2-inch pieces (5 cm) 1½ cups (375 ml) fresh strawberries, hulled ¾ cup (175 ml) frozen mixed berries 1½ cups (375 ml) frozen strawberries
1. Put the ingredients, in the order listed, into the
blender jar.
2. Blend on the Smoothie function.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [8 oz.(230 g)]:
Calories 120 (3% from fat) • carb. 30g • pro. 1g • fat 1g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 2mg
• calc. 23mg • fiber 4g
Vitamin C Smoothie
Enjoy this smoothie when you need the ultimate
cold-fighting punch. Plus, the tropical flavours will
instantly whisk you away to warmer climates.
Makes about 5 cups (1.25 L)
1 cup (250 ml) orange juice 2 cups (500 ml) fresh strawberries, hulled 1 small to medium orange, in segments,
about ¾ cup (175 ml)
1 cup (250 ml) chopped papaya [¼ large
papaya, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) dice]
1 cup (250 ml) chopped mango [about
1 small mango, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm)] dice
2 cups (500 ml) frozen strawberries
1. Put the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
2. Blend on the Smoothie function.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [8 oz.(230 g)]:
Calories 106 (3% from fat) • carb. 26g • pro. 1g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 5mg
• calc. 42mg • fiber 4g
Frozen Rum Punch
Your friends may never leave if you prepare this for
them at your next get-together.
Makes about 6 cups (1.5 L)
½ cup (125 ml) orange juice 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lime juice
(the juice of approximately 2 limes) ¾ cup (175 ml) rum 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grenadine 3 cups (750 ml) fresh pineapple,
cut into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces 2 cups (500ml) mango sorbet 6 ice cubes
1. Put the ingredients, in the order listed, into
the blender jar.
2. Blend on High for 1 minute, or until fully
blended.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving [4 oz. (115 g)]:
Calories 111 (0% from fat) • carb. 22g • pro. 0g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 107mg
• calc. 1mg • fiber 1g
Mocha Shake
This chocolate-coffee treat will quickly satisfy
your sweet tooth.
Makes about 4½ cups (1.125 L)
3 cups (750 ml) coffee ice cream 2¼ cups (550 ml) reduced-fat milk ¼ cup (60 ml) chocolate syrup
1. Put the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
2. Blend on Low, 30 to 40 seconds, until smooth.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (4 oz.):
Calories 203 (58% from fat) • carb. 17g • pro. 5g
• fat 13g • sat. fat 8g • chol. 83mg • sod. 65mg
• calc. 145mg • fiber 0g
Carrot and Ginger Soup
A small amount of fresh ginger goes a long way.
You’ll love how it brightens up the warm flavours
in this silky-smooth soup.
Makes about 5 cups (1.25 L)
2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted butter or
olive oil 1 small onion, peeled and chopped ½ ounce (15 g) fresh ginger, peeled and finely
chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch
(2.5 cm) slices ½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) ground cinnamon
1
8
teaspoon (0.5 ml) ground allspice Pinch freshly ground nutmeg 1 thyme sprig 4 cups (1 L) chicken broth, low sodium
1. Put the butter or oil into a 6-quart (5.6 L)
saucepan set over medium heat. Once heated, stir in the onion, ginger and garlic and sauté gently.
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2. Add the carrots, salt, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg and thyme. Stir to coat ingredients well and allow to heat through.
3. Add the chicken broth. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Once soup comes to a boil, reduce the heat so that it is barely simmering. Cover and simmer until the carrots become tender, about 50 to 60 minutes.
4. Once tender, separate the solids from liquid. Put about half of the broth and half of the solids into the blender jar. Blend on Low for about 10 seconds and then switch speed to High to blend thoroughly. Pour soup into a clean pot. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
Nutritional information per serving [1 cup (250 ml)]:
Calories 96 (42% from fat) • carb. 12g • pro. 3g • fat 5g
• sat. fat 3g • chol. 12mg • sod. 757mg
• calc. 37mg • fiber 3g
Creamy Greens Soup
This earthy, nourishing soup is delicious! Garnish
with a dollop of crème fraîche and a sprig of parsley.
Makes about 5 cups (1.25 ml)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil 2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted butter 2 small shallots [about 3 ounces (85 g)],
finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 small leek [about 2 ounces (60 g)],
white part only, sliced 1 bunch kale, hard stems discarded and
roughly chopped 1 bunch Italian parsley, stems reserved for
other use and leaves roughly chopped ½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground
black pepper 4 cups (1 L) vegetable broth, low sodium ½ cup (125 ml) heavy cream,
room temperature
1. Put the oil and butter into a 6-quart (5.6 L)
saucepan set over medium heat. Once butter is melted, add the shallots, garlic and leek. Sweat ingredients together so that they gently sauté, but do not pick up any colour.
2. Add the kale, parsley, salt and pepper and stir
to coat. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat so that the soup is just simmering. Simmer for about 30 minutes.
Add the cream and continue simmering uncovered for an additional 20 to 30 minutes.
3. Put ingredients into the blender jar. Blend on Low for about 10 seconds, then switch to High to thoroughly blend, about 45 seconds.
Nutritional information per serving [1 cup (250 ml)]:
Calories 216 (67% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 5g • fat 17g •
sat. fat 9g • chol. 45mg • sod. 694mg
• calc. 129mg • fiber 2g
Gazpacho
Serve this simple, no-cook soup at your next
barbecue. It’s great for a hot summer day.
Makes about 7 cups (1.75 L)
3 cups (750 ml) tomato or vegetable juice
cocktail, divided 1 to 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 large celery stalk, peeled and cut into
1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces 1 medium to large cucumber, peeled, halved
lengthwise, seeded and cut into 1-inch
(2.5 cm) pieces 1 red or yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded
and cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces 1 jalapeño, seeded and cut into
½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces 6 green onions, trimmed and cut into ½-inch
(1.25 cm) pieces 4 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded and cut
into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces 3 tablespoons (45 ml) sherry vinegar ½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground
black pepper
1. Put 1 cup (250 ml) of the juice, plus garlic,
celery, cucumber, pepper, jalapeño and green onions into the blender jar. Blend on Low about 15 to 20 seconds, until vegetables are medium­finely chopped. Transfer to a large serving bowl.
2. Add the remaining juice with the tomatoes.
Pulse the blender on High, about 4 to 5 times to chop (or you may blend it if a smoother gazpacho is preferred). Add to the bowl of vegetables/juice. Season with the sherry vinegar, salt and pepper, adjusting amounts to taste.
3. Chill well before serving.
Nutritional information per serving [1 cup (250 ml)]:
Calories 47 (6% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 2g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 399mg
• calc. 23mg • fiber 2g
Champagne Vinaigrette
This all-purpose dressing can be used as
a salad topper, marinade or finishing drizzle
for roasted vegetables.
Makes about 1 scant cup (< 250 ml)
2½ tablespoons (40 ml) Champagne vinegar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Dijon mustard ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground
black pepper 1 small shallot, halved ¾ cup (175 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1. Put the ingredients in the order listed into the
blender jar.
2. Blend on Low for about 20 seconds, or until
homogenous.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. If not
using immediately, place dressing in a covered, airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature and stir before serving.
Nutritional information per serving [1 tablespoon (15 ml)]:
Calories 91 (99% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 11g
• sat. fat 2g • chol. 0mg • sod. 45mg
• calc. 0mg • fiber 0g
Creamy Caesar Dressing
Toss with crispy Romaine lettuce, croutons and
freshly grated Parmesan for the quintessential
Caesar salad.
Makes about ¾ cup (175 ml)
1 ounce (30 g) Parmesan cheese,
cut in ½-inch (1.25 cm) cubes 1 large garlic clove, peeled 1 large egg yolk* 2 teaspoons (10 ml) Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon (15 ml) white vinegar
(wine or Champagne, both work well) 1 tablespoon (15 ml) balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
1 anchovy fillet [or 1–2 teaspoons (5 - 10 ml)
anchovy paste] ½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground
black pepper
1
3
cup (75 ml) vegetable oil
1
3
cup (75 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1. Put cheese and garlic into the blender jar. Turn
on High for 5 seconds to chop.
2. Scrape down the sides of the blender jar and
add the yolk, mustard, vinegars, lemon juice, Worcestershire, anchovy, salt and pepper. Blend on Low for about 10 seconds to combine.
3. Combine the oils together in a measuring cup
with a pour spout. While running the blender on Low, slowly pour the oil through the opening in the lid while using the measuring cup to shield the opening to prevent any splatter.
4. Continue running to fully emulsify for a total
of 45 seconds.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings. If not using
immediately, place dressing in a covered, airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature and stir before serving.
Nutritional information per serving [1 tablespoon (15 ml)]: Calories 109 (94% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 12g
• sat fat • 2g • chol. 25mg • sod. 146mg
• calc. 27mg • fiber 0g
Green Goddess Dressing
Packed with fresh herbs, this classic dressing has a refreshing tang. It’s perfect over grilled chicken,
vegetables or salad.
Makes about 1¼ cups (300 ml)
1 anchovy fillet 2 teaspoons (10 ml) white wine vinegar
1
3
cup (75 ml) packed parsley leaves 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh tarragon 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped chives 1 cup (250 ml) non-fat Greek yogurt ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise ½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground
black pepper
1 small garlic clove
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1. Put the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
2. Blend on Low, about 1½ minutes, until smooth.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Nutritional information per serving [2 tablespoons (30 ml)]:
Calories 55 (73% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 2g • fat 4g • sat.
fat 1g • chol. 4mg • sod. 162mg • calc. 36mg • fiber 0g
Hollandaise Sauce
Fair warning: It is almost too easy to make
this creamy and decadent sauce in
the Cuisinart® blender.
Makes ¾ cup (175 ml)
½ cup [1 stick (125 ml)] unsalted butter 4 large egg yolks ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) kosher salt Pinch ground mustard Pinch freshly ground black pepper 1½ tablespoons (25 ml) fresh lemon juice
1. Put the butter into a saucepan set over low heat until butter is melted and reaches a slight simmer.
2. While the butter is melting, put the remaining ingredients into the blender jar. About a minute before adding the butter, run the unit on Low for about 30 seconds to combine.
3. With the blender still running on Low, carefully remove the measured pour lid from the cover. Very slowly drizzle the hot butter through the opening (holding the pour lid, or even a dishtowel, in place to prevent any splattering). When adding the butter, be careful not to add the white milk solids that will be left on the bottom of the pan. Once all butter has been added, check hollandaise for consistency. Once the blender is off, use a long, skinny spatula to stir, as some yolk may have accumulated in the well by the blade. If overall consistency is too thick, add some hot water, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve immediately or transfer hollandaise to a double boiler to keep warm for serving.
Nutritional information per serving [1 tablespoon (15 ml)]:
Calories 85 (94% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 1g • fat 9g
• sat. fat 5g • chol. 81mg • sod. 47mg
• calc. 8mg. • fiber 0g
Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic Sauce
Serve this sauce over chicken, pork or fish,
or as an alternative to pasta sauce.
Makes 1½ cups (375 ml)
3 red bell peppers 2 garlic cloves, unpeeled 1 tablespoon (15 ml) red wine vinegar ¼ cup (60 ml) chicken broth, low sodium
(use more for a thinner sauce)
½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper. Place peppers and garlic on prepared baking pan.
2. Roast peppers and garlic in oven for 20 minutes. Remove the garlic cloves and place in a small heatproof bowl. Return tray to oven and continue roasting peppers for an additional 30 minutes, flipping a few times so peppers are evenly charred.
3. Once peppers are charred all over, place them in the bowl with the garlic and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to cool and steam at least 30 minutes, so that their skins become loose. Once cool, peel the skins off the peppers and garlic.
4. Put the vinegar, peppers, garlic, and salt in the blender jar. Blend on Low about 10 seconds, until processed. With the blender still running on Low, carefully remove the measured pour lid and slowly pour in the hot broth. Blend until smooth, about 20 seconds. For a thinner sauce, pour in more hot broth.
5. Serve over meat, chicken, fish or roasted vegetables.
Nutritional information per serving [½ cup (125 ml)]:
Calories 41 (8% from fat) • carb. 8g • pro. 2g • fat 0g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 413mg
• calc. 12mg • fiber 3g
Crêpe Batter
Extremely versatile, this recipe should be added
to everyone’s collection. Crêpes can be filled with
sweet items (cinnamon-sugar and fruit; whipped
cream and chocolate) or savory (eggs and ham;
vegetables and hollandaise).
Makes about 12, 8-inch (20 cm) crêpes
3 large eggs, room temperature ¼ cup [60 ml (½ stick)] unsalted butter,
melted and cooled to room temperature ¾ cup (175 ml) unbleached, all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt 1 tablespoon (15 ml) granulated sugar 1 cup (250 ml) reduced-fat milk,
room temperature 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract 1 teaspoon (5 ml) unsalted butter,
room temperature
1. Put the eggs, melted butter, flour, salt and sugar
into the blender. With the unit running on Low, carefully remove the pour lid from the cover of the blender. Add the milk and vanilla through the opening. Mix about 15 to 20 seconds, or until smooth. If time allows, let the batter rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Before using batter, whisk to re-blend, straining, if necessary, to remove any lumps.
2. Melt the teaspoon of butter in an 8-inch
(20 cm), nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Once pan is hot, add a scant ¼ cup (60 ml) of batter to the pan, moving the batter around quickly to make a thin coating on the pan. Cook the crêpe for 2 to 3 minutes, until the edges just start to brown, and then carefully flip and finish the other side for an additional minute. Continue cooking crêpes until there is no more batter.
3. Serve with sweet or savory fillings of your
choice.
Nutritional information per crêpe:
Calories 92 (52% from fat) • carb. 8g • pro. 3g • fat 5g
• sat. fat 3g • chol. 59g • sod. 129mg
• calc. 36mg • fiber 0g
Raspberry Sauce
Use this sweet, fruity sauce to complement
different desserts, from ice cream to
cheesecake to chocolate.
Makes about 1¼ cups (300 ml)
1 bag [12 ounces (340 g)] frozen raspberries,
thawed ¼ cup (60 ml) granulated sugar Pinch kosher salt Pinch grated orange zest
1. Put the ingredient in the order listed, into the blender jar.
2. Blend on High for about 15 seconds, or until smooth.
3. Pass through a fine mesh strainer to remove all of the raspberry seeds.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly. Raspberry sauce will keep refrigerated for about 1 week to 10 days.
Nutritional information per serving [2 tablespoons (30 ml)]:
Calories 55 (1% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 0g • fat 0g •
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 29mg
• calc. 10mg • fiber 1g
* Raw egg warning: Caution is suggested in
consuming raw and lightly cooked eggs due to the slight risk of salmonella or other food-borne illness. To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell. For a lower-cholesterol mayonnaise, and to avoid using raw eggs, use cholesterol-free egg substitute for the egg yolk.
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WARRANTY
LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY
We warrant that this Cuisinart product will be free of defects in materials or workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase. This warranty covers manufacturer’s defects including mechanical and electrical defects. It does not cover damage from consumer abuse, unauthorized repairs or modifications, theft, misuse, or damage due to transportation or environmental conditions. Products with removed or altered identification numbers will not be covered.
This warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. If your Cuisinart product should prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair it or replace it if necessary. For warranty purposes, please register your product online at www. cuisinart.ca to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase and keep your original receipt for the duration of the limited warranty. This warranty excludes damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse, including damage caused by overheating, and it does not apply to scratches, stains, discolouration or other damage to external or internal surfaces that does not impair the functional utility of the product. This warranty also expressly excludes all incidental or consequential damages.
Your Cuisinart product has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use only in 120 volt outlets and only with authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by attempted use of this unit with a converter, as well as use with accessories, replacement parts or repair service other than those authorized by Cuisinart.
If the appliance should become defective within the warranty period, do not return the appliance to the store. Please contact our Customer Service Centre:
Toll-free phone number: 1-800-472-7606
Address: Cuisinart Canada 100 Conair Parkway Woodbridge, Ont. L4H 0L2
Email: consumer_Canada@conair.com
Model: SPB-650C
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose:
• $10.00 for shipping and handling of the product (cheque or money order)
• Return address and phone number
• Description of the product defect
• Product date code*/copy of original proof of purchase
• Any other information pertinent to the product’s return
* Product date code can be found on the
underside of the base of the product. The product date code is a 4 or 5 digit number. Example, 90630 would designate year, month & day (2009, June 30th).
Note: We recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery service for added protection. Cuisinart will not be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us.
To order replacement parts or accessories, call our Customer Service Centre at 1-800-472-7606. For more information, please visit our website at
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