Farberware FRA500 User guide

USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS

NUTRISTEAM™ RICE COOKER/

FOOD STEAMER

FRA500

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

2.Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3.To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug,
or the Main Housing in water or other liquid.

4.Never put liquid into the Main Housing, only into the Inner Pot.

5.Lift and open Cover carefully to avoid scalding, and allow
water to drip into the Rice Cooker.

6.Never plug in the Cooker without the Inner Pot inside the
Main Housing.

7.Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

8.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot food, water, hot oil, or other hot liquids.

9.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
near children. This appliance is not for use by children.

10. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by

FARBERWARE

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may cause injuries.

11. Do not use outdoors.

12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.

13. Do not use appliance for other than intended household use.

14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.

15. To disconnect, raise Selector Lever to ON/WARM, then remove
the plug from wall outlet.

16. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Service.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1.CAUTION: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam

during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the
risk of burns, fires or other damage to persons or property.

2.All users of this appliance must read and understand this
Owner’s Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

3.The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a
110V/120V AC electrical outlet only.

4.Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.

5.If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the mal­functioning appliance! Do not use the Inner Pot or Cover if
cracked or damaged.

6.Do not use the WARM Mode to reheat cold rice or other foods.

7.Use the NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer on a hard, flat
surface. Don’t place it near a flame or heat or on a soft surface
(such as carpet). Avoid placing it where it may tip over during
use. Dropping the Rice Cooker/Food Steamer could cause it
to malfunction.

8.Avoid electric shock by unplugging the Rice Cooker/Food
Steamer before washing or adding water.

9.To avoid burns, stay clear of the Steam Vent during cooking.
Also, wait for the Rice Cooker/Food Steamer to cool down
completely before touching or cleaning the Main Housing
and Cover.

10. Never use the Inner Pot on a gas or electric cooktop or on an
open flame.

11. Do not leave the plastic Ladle or FARBERWARE

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Measuring

Cup in the Inner Pot while on and in use.

12. Lift off Lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to drip
into Rice Cooker/Food Steamer.

13. To reduce the risk of electric shock, cook only in the removable
container (Inner Pot). Do not pour liquid directly into the
Main Housing.

14. THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other): To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to
fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Longer detachable power-supply or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,
(1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
and (2) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FARBERWARE

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NUTRISTEAM™ RICE COOKER/FOOD STEAMER

1.Cool-Touch Knob

2.Cover with Steam Vent (P/N 21184)

3.Steamer Insert (P/N 21185)

4.Inner Pot (marked levels inside) (P/N 21186)

5.Stay-Cool Handles

6.Main Housing

7.COOK and ON/WARM Indicator Lights

8.Selector Lever

9.Polarized Plug

10. Power Supply Cord

11. FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup (P/N 20655)

12. Rice Paddle (P/N 20656)

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NutriSteam

COOK ON/WARM

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

READ BEFORE USING YOUR

FARBERWARE®NUTRISTEAM™

RICE COOKER/FOOD STEAMER FOR THE FIRST TIME.

• Read all instructions.

• Wash Inner Pot, Steamer Insert, Cover, FARBERWARE

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Measuring

Cup and Rice Paddle in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry well.

• Never immerse Main Housing in water.

• Never place liquid in the Main Housing. Place it only in the

Inner Pot.

• Never try to force the Selector Lever to stay in the COOK Mode

after it has moved up to the ON/WARM Mode.

• Never plug in the Cooker without first placing the Inner Pot

inside the Main Housing.

• Always be sure Inner Pot contains liquid, or be ready to add oil,

butter or margarine immediately to the Inner Pot when you plug
in the Cooker.

• Remember that the FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup is not a

standard measuring cup. When filled, it measures 3/4 cup.

• Never wash any removable parts of the Cooker in the

dishwasher.

• Save these instructions and refer to them often.

• If the outside of the Inner Pot is wet when placed into the

Cooker, this may cause a cracking noise while the unit heats up.
Also, this may cause damage to the inner working of the
appliance, so always wipe the outside of the Inner Pot
completely dry before use.

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PREPARING FOOD

Your new FARBERWARE® NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer
is very versatile and can do much more than steam vegetables and
cook rice. Of course, it steams fresh and frozen vegetables perfectly
and cooks long-grain white rice and brown rice just right. But it
also cooks legumes and grains for vegetarian main dishes, makes
rich and hearty soups and cooks meat, poultry, fish and seafood
into delicious dishes.

Choose from many tasty, easy-to-prepare healthful main-dish
recipes created especially for use with the FARBERWARE

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NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer. Use these recipes as a
guide to adapt your own favorite recipes calling for similar
ingredients and to follow when using this multi-purpose appliance.

TYPES OF COOKING

Choose among several methods of cooking with your

FARBERWARE

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NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer.

• Steaming: Food is cooked in the Steamer Insert above a boiling

liquid like water or broth for a prescribed amount of time.

• Boiling/Simmering: Food is cooked in water or broth for a

prescribed amount of time using HIGH (COOK) Mode or LOW
(ON/WARM) Mode.

• Sautéing: Food is cooked quickly in oil, melted butter or

margarine and stirred occasionally until browned.

• Braising: Food is lightly browned as in sautéing, and then a

liquid is added and Cover is used.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

STEAMING FOOD

GENERAL INFORMATION

Keep the Cover on while cooking or steaming food, unless the
recipe or chart specially calls for removing it. By removing the
Cover unnecessarily, you lose steam and valuable time. If you
must remove it to stir or to add an ingredient, have the Rice
Paddle or ingredient ready, add it, stir quickly and just as
quickly replace the Cover.

STEAMING INSTRUCTIONS

Measure appropriate amount of water or broth into the Inner
Pot. Place food to be steamed directly into the Steamer Insert
and place it in the Inner Pot. Some recipes, especially those for
cooking fish or other fragile items, call for lining the Steamer
Insert with lettuce or spinach leaves. This method of cooking
also helps keep food from sticking to the Steamer Insert.

Place the Inner Pot with the Steamer Insert into the Main
Housing, place the Cover over the Steamer Insert, and then plug
into electrical wall outlet.

Push Lever down to begin COOK Mode.
Since the times in the following vegetable steaming charts are

approximate, use them as a guide only. The size and shape of
vegetables as well as personal taste may call for adjustments. If
you want softer vegetables, add more water and steam for
additional time. Do not allow the liquid in the Inner Pot to
boil dry.

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FRESH VEGETABLE STEAMING CHART

Vegetable Amount Water Cook Time

Artichoke, Whole 2 medium 2-1/2 cups 44-46 min.
Asparagus 3/4 lb. (15 spears) 1-1/2 cups 12-14 min.
Broccoli 1/2 lb. (2” florets,1”stems) 1-1/2 cups 13-16 min.
Brussels Sprouts 12 oz. 2-1/2 cups 17-19 min.
Cabbage 2 lb. (quartered) 2-1/2 cups 29-31 min.
Carrots 3 medium (1/2” slices) 1-1/2 cups 14-16 min.
Cauliflower 3/4 lb. (3” florets) 1-1/2 cups 17-19 min.
Corn-On-The-Cob 3 small ears 1-1/2 cups 15-17 min.
Green Beans, Whole 1/2 lb. (tips removed) 1-1/2 cups 13-15 min.
Peas 1/2 lb. (3/4 cup) 1-1/2 cups 8-10 min.
Potatoes: All-Purpose 4 (5 to 6 oz. each) 2-1/2 cups 40-42 min.

New 6 (4 oz.) 3 cups 33-36 min.
Sweet Potato 4 (6 oz. each) 2-1/2 cups 36-38 min.

Spinach 1/2 lb. leaves & stems 1-1/2 cups 10-12 min.

FROZEN VEGETABLE STEAMING CHART

Vegetable Amount Water Cook Time

Asparagus 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 12-14 min.
Broccoli (Spears) 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 12-14 min.
Brussels Sprouts 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 14-16 min.
Carrots, Sliced 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 11-13 min.
Cauliflower 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 13-14 min.
Corn, Whole Kernels 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 7 - 9 min.
Green Beans:

Whole 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 9-11 min.

French-Cut 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 8-10 min.
Green Peas 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 7-9 min.
Lima Beans 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 11-13 min.
Spinach, Whole Leaf 1 package (10 oz.) 3/4 cup 10-12 min.

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COOKING RICE

GENERAL INFORMATION

Rice is grown on marshy land that floods easily. It does not need to
be milled or ground; only the outer husks must be removed,
leaving behind what is known as brown or whole rice, the most
nutritious of rices.

Information has recently been published about more healthful ways
to eat, by consuming less fat, less protein and more complex
carbohydrates in our diets. Because brown rice is about 8%
protein, 87% carbohydrates and almost no fat, it is a perfect
ingredient in a healthful diet.

Because rice is a valuable source of carbohydrates, it is starchy by
nature. To obtain fluffier, less starchy rice, you can rinse the rice
before cooking. But by rinsing or soaking the rice, you lose some of
the vitamins, which are water soluble. Therefore, rinsing or soaking
rice is not recommended because of the nutrient loss.

TYPES OF RICE

Brown Rice - Contains more vitamin B complex, iron and calcium

and takes longer to cook (about 50 minutes) than white rice. Its
flavor is nutty and its texture is chewy. (See cooking chart on
page 10.)

White Rice - Includes several kinds of white rice, most of which
can be prepared in your FARBERWARE

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NutriSteam™ Rice

Cooker/Food Steamer. (See cooking chart on page 10.)
Long-Grain Rice - Less starchy than short-grain rice, so it separates

into individual grains more than short-grain rice.
Short-Grain Rice - More moist and tender than long-grain rice. It

has a softer texture and starchier flavor.
White rice will take about 20-25 minutes to cook, (brown rice

approximately 50 minutes). When rice is done, the FARBERWARE

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NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer will automatically go into
the WARM Mode and the AMBER ON/WARM Light will go on.
Allow rice to stand on WARM for 10 to 15 minutes to ensure fluffy
rice. You can keep cooked rice on the WARM setting for several
hours without the taste of the rice being affected. Do not remove
Cover until ready to serve. The Inner Pot remains very hot after

cooking or keeping warm. Use a pot holder when handling.

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LONG GRAIN BROWN RICE
COOKING CHART

Allow about 50 minutes to cook brown rice. The FARBERWARE

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NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer automatically switches
from COOK Mode (RED Light) to WARM Mode (AMBER Light)
when all the liquid evaporates from the Inner Pot. However, for
fluffy rice, allow rice to stand for approximately 10 minutes,
covered, on WARM before serving.

Note: Always place rice in Inner Pot before adding water.

Amount of Raw Rice Water Level* Approx. Number

of 1/2 cup servings

2 FARBERWARE®Cups to 4-cup line 8
3 FARBERWARE

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Cups to 5-cup line 12

*You may adjust the amount of water to your personal taste.

LONG-GRAIN WHITE RICE
COOKING CHART

Allow about 25 minutes to cook white rice. The FARBERWARE

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NutriSteam™ Rice Cooker/Food Steamer automatically switches
from COOK Mode (RED Light) to WARM Mode (AMBER Light)
when all the liquid evaporates from the Inner Pot. However, for
fluffy rice, allow rice to stand for approximately 15 minutes,
covered, on WARM before serving.

Amount of Raw Rice Water Level Approx. Number

of 1/2 cup servings

2 FARBERWARE®Cups to 2-cup line 8
3 FARBERWARE

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Cups to 3-cup line 12

4 FARBERWARE

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Cups to 4-cup line 16

5 FARBERWARE

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Cups to 5-cup line 20

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COOKING LEGUMES AND GRAINS

GENERAL INFORMATION

High-protein, high-fiber meatless dishes of legumes and grains
can be very satisfying and very delicious.

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

Measure legumes or grain with the FARBERWARE® NutriSteam™
Rice Cooker/Food Steamer Measuring Cup, and pour into the
Inner Pot. Fill Inner Pot with water to desired cup line and place
into the Main Housing. Cover. Plug Cord into electrical wall
outlet. The AMBER ON/WARM Light will go on. Push Lever
down to begin COOK Mode. The RED COOK Light will
illuminate. Legumes and grains tend to foam while cooking. To
help minimize foaming, stir after cooking one hour. If any liquid
remains at the end of the recommended cooking time, switch to
WARM Mode and let stand until liquid is absorbed. For added
flavor, substitute broth for water. Do not allow the liquid in the
Inner Pot to boil dry.

LEGUMES AND GRAINS
COOKING CHART

Legume/Grain Amount Water Cook Time
Kasha 1 FARBERWARE

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cup to 2-cup line 10-12 min.

Lentils 1 FARBERWARE

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cup to 5-cup line 50-60 min.

Split Peas 1 FARBERWARE

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cup to 5-cup line 50-60 min.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

USER MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

This appliance contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to
repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other
than cleaning must be performed by a qualified electrician.
Refer it to the place of purchase or contact our Consumer
Service Department.

Always remember to unplug the unit from the wall outlet when
not in use and before cleaning.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

• PLEASE NOTE: It is normal to have a brown ‘rice crust’
coating the bottom layer of the Inner Pot when the rice has
finished cooking and steaming.

• This appliance should be cleaned after every use. Unplug
the unit from the wall outlet. NEVER immerse Main Housing
or Cord in water. Allow the unit to cool before cleaning.

• Cleaning the Inner Pot after cooking is easy because of its
non-stick finish. Let it cool. Fill Inner Pot with warm water
and let it sit for a while, and then wash in warm, soapy
water with a sponge and dry thoroughly with a cloth.

• Avoid using hot water to clean or rinse the Inner Pot.

• The Steamer Insert, Cover, FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup

and Rice Paddle may also be washed in warm, soapy water.

• Do not wash Inner Pot or Steamer Insert in dishwasher.

• The Main Housing can be wiped clean with a soft, slightly
damp cloth or sponge.

• NEVER POUR LIQUID INTO THE MAIN HOUSING OR

IMMERSE IT IN WATER.

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OTHER SUGGESTIONS FOR USE AND CARE

• Be careful not to dent the Inner Pot, especially the
bottom of it. To work properly and produce the best
cooking results, the Inner Pot must fit snugly on top
of the thermostat.

• Don’t let loose rice or other food particles fall into the
bottom of the Main Housing because they might prevent
the thermostat from fitting tightly against the bottom of the
Inner Pot.

• Use the plastic Rice Paddle or a wooden spoon to stir and
remove food from the Inner Pot. Don’t use any metal
utensils that might scratch the non-stick finish.

• Never use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads because
they can damage the finish of both the Inner Pot and
Main Housing.

STORING INSTRUCTIONS

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and clean all parts. Be
sure all parts are dry before storing. Store appliance in its box
or in a clean, dry place. Never store it while it is hot, wet or
still plugged in. Never wrap Cord around the appliance.

If storing Steamer Insert, Cord, FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup
and/or Rice Paddle inside the Inner Pot, wrap them first in a
soft cloth to avoid scratching the Inner Pot’s non-stick surface.
To avoid damage to the Inner Pot or Cover, wrap a soft cloth
around the Cover and store it upside down over the Inner Pot.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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RECIPES

For best results, marinate the fish for at least two hours
before cooking.

Steamed Salmon Dijon

Marinade:

1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
1 small clove garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

3 small (5 oz.) salmon steaks, cut 1-inch thick
Lettuce leaves
2 cups water

Combine marinade ingredients and pour over fish. Cover and
marinate in the refrigerator for at least two hours.

Line Steamer Insert with lettuce leaves. Place fish into Steamer
Insert. Spoon excess marinade over steaks and cover with more
lettuce leaves.

Pour water into Inner Pot. Place Steamer Insert in Inner Pot.
Cover and press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Cook for
15 to 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Serve immediately.

Makes 3 servings

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Ingredients can be arranged in Steamer Insert early in the day or
the night before serving. Place Steamer Insert on flat plate and
refrigerate until ready to cook.

Steamed Chicken and Vegetables, Caesar-Style

Marinade:

1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 shallot, minced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 whole skinless-boneless chicken breast (1/2 pound), cut in half
1/4 pound green beans, left whole, tips removed
2 small carrots, cut in 1/8-inch slices
2 new potatoes (4 oz. ea.) unpeeled, sliced 1” thick
Lettuce leaves
1-1/2 cups chicken broth

Combine marinade ingredients. Place vegetables and chicken in
a deep dish, and pour marinade over all. Turn to coat well.

Line the Steamer Insert with lettuce leaves and arrange chicken
and vegetables in it. Top with more lettuce leaves.

Pour broth into Inner Pot. Place Steamer Insert in Cooker. Cover.
Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode.

Check after 15 minutes to make sure chicken is completely
cooked (no pink); if necessary, continue cooking until chicken is
done and vegetables are fork-tender.

Serve immediately.

Makes 2 servings

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Serve this hearty, delicious dish with rice, a crisp green salad
and lots of crusty bread.

Hungarian Goulash

1/4 cup flour
2 to 3 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 pound lean top round, cut into 1/2” cubes
1 large onion, sliced
3 cups beef broth

Combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a
sturdy plastic bag. Place meat in bag and shake well to coat.

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil to
Inner Pot and allow to heat for 1 minute. Sauté onions until
lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Remove and reserve.

Remove meat from bag, shaking off any excess flour. Reserve
excess flour for later use. Add additional oil if needed, and sauté
meat until it begins to brown.

Return onions to Pot, along with remaining ingredients and
reserved excess flour. Stir well to combine. Cover and cook
for 1 hour.

Serve immediately, or stir well and switch to WARM for
later use.

Makes 4 servings

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Use your favorite German wursts in this recipe. Serve with steins of
chilled German beer and pumpernickel bread.

German Sauerkraut and Wurst Boiled Dinner

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (1 pound) sauerkraut with liquid
1 can (12 ounces) beer
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 fully cooked bratwursts
2 knockwursts

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté onions for 2 minutes. Add sauerkraut, beer, Worcestershire
sauce, caraway seeds and garlic powder, and cook uncovered for
10 minutes. Add wursts. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.

Serve immediately or switch to WARM Mode until ready to serve.

Makes 4 servings

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This creamy and rich rice and pasta combination is a great
accompaniment to poultry or meat; or serve with vegetables as
a delicious vegetarian meal.

Risotto

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 scallions, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
3-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup long-grain rice

1/2 FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil
to the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté scallions and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining
ingredients, stirring well to combine. Cover and cook just until
Control switches to WARM Mode.

Stir and serve immediately.

Makes 3 cups

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Using a box of yellow rice mix in this paella taste-alike offers
you an affordable alternative to saffron, the world’s most
expensive spice.

Seafood Valencia

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red pepper
1 box (7.5 ounces) yellow rice mix
3 cups water
1/2 dozen cherrystone clams, scrubbed
1/2 dozen mussels, scrubbed
6 - 8 large shrimp, left in shell
1/2 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, unthawed

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil
to the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté garlic and onion for 2 minutes. Add peppers and
sauté 2 more minutes. Add rice, water and contents of the
flavor packet to the Cooker, and stir well to combine.

Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Remove Cover; stir well, and
place seafood and peas on top of the rice. Cover and cook for
7 minutes. About 3/4 cup of liquid should be left at the end of
the cook time. Do not cook dry.

Serve immediately.

Makes 3 servings

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Wild rice is very expensive and strong-flavored. This recipe uses
a packaged mix that combines wild and white rice with herbs
and spices.

The affordable combination of rices and the addition of dried
fruits make this recipe a perfect low-priced accompaniment for
your favorite pork or poultry dishes.

Fruity Long-Grain and Wild Rice

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 package (6 oz.) long-grain and wild rice mix
1 tablespoon blanched slivered almonds
3 cups water
2 tablespoons raisins
6 dried apricots, diced
3 pitted prunes, diced

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add butter
or margarine to the Inner Pot and heat until it is melted.

Sauté rices and almonds for 2 minutes. Add the contents of the
flavor packet and remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine.
Cover and cook for only 30 minutes; DO NOT WAIT until
Control switches to WARM Mode.

Stir well and serve immediately.

Makes approximately 3 cups

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A browned crust will form on the bottom of the Cooker. Stirring this
“fried” rice into the mixture gives the dish a nutty flavor.

Garden Medley Rice

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 scallions, white part and 1 inch green, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup long-grain rice
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1 small carrot, chopped
1/4 cup fresh peas
1 tablespoon butter or margarine

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté scallions and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients,
stirring well to combine. Cover and cook for 17 minutes. If Control
has not switched to WARM Mode, do it manually.

Allow to stand on WARM for 5 minutes.
Stir browned layer into the remaining rice and serve immediately.

Makes 3 cups

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Soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and the browned layer that forms on
the bottom transform ordinary white rice into Oriental rice.

Oriental Rice

1 FARBERWARE®Measuring Cup long-grain rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
3 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté garlic, scallions and almonds for 1 minute. Add remaining
ingredients, stirring well to combine. Cover and cook until Control
switches to WARM Mode.

Allow to stand on WARM for 5 minutes.
Stir browned layer into the remaining rice and serve immediately.

Makes 3 cups

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Kasha or buckwheat is high in fiber and has a wonderful nutty
flavor and creamy texture.

Kasha

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 small onion, chopped
1 FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup whole kasha
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chicken, vegetable or beef broth

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add
2 tablespoons butter or margarine to the Inner Pot and heat for
1 minute.

Sauté onions for 2 minutes. Add kasha, garlic powder, salt and
pepper and sauté 1 minute. Add broth, stirring well to combine.
Cover and cook for 10 minutes.

Top with remaining butter or margarine and stir well.
Serve immediately.

Makes 4 cups

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For a change of pace, try this Pearl Barley Side Dish. It is a
perfect accompaniment to any meat or poultry dish.

Pearl Barley Side Dish

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 small onion, chopped
1 small carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup pearl barley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté garlic, onion, carrot and celery for 5 minutes. Add
remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine. Cover and
cook for 18 minutes. If Control has not switched to WARM,
do it manually.

Allow to simmer on WARM for 50 minutes. At the end of this
time, if there is still liquid in the Cooker, switch the Control back
to COOK. Cook for 5 minutes or until the liquid is gone.

Serve immediately.

Makes 3-3/4 cups

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This bounty of vegetables is both healthful and delicious.

Chunky Garden Vegetable Soup

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 carrot, cut in 1/4-inch slices
1/4 pound fresh peas
1 small zucchini, sliced
1/2 can (1/2 pound) white kidney beans
1/2 can (1/2 pound) stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup water
1 cup chicken, vegetable or beef broth
1/4 cup acini di pepe pasta
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients,
stirring well to combine. Cover and cook for 1/2 hour.

Serve immediately or switch to WARM until ready to serve.

Makes 4 cups

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This hearty soup tastes as if it has been cooking for hours, but all
you really need is 10 minutes of preparation and 1 hour to cook.
Try it several times, using a different broth as a base each time. You
will be surprised at how different each version tastes.

Mushroom Barley Soup

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 carrot, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 - 1/2 pound mushrooms, cut into quarters
4 to 5 cups chicken, beef or vegetable broth
1/2 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 FARBERWARE

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Measuring Cup uncooked pearl barley

Press Lever down to begin COOK Mode. Immediately add oil to
the Inner Pot and allow it to heat for 1 minute.

Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients,
stirring well to combine. Cover and cook for 1 hour.

Soup will be very thick if you use 4 cups of broth. If thinner soup is
desired, add 5 cups of broth at the beginning of cooking.

Makes 4 cups

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