Hamilton Beach 840132700 User Manual

Slow Cookers
840132700
READ BEFORE USE LIRE AVANT L’UTILISATION LEA ANTES DE USAR
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This product is intended for household use only.
This product is only intended for the preparation, cooking, and serving of foods. This product is not intended for use with any non-food materials or products.
This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug. This type of plug has one blade wider than the other. The plug will fit into an electrical outlet only one way. This is a safety feature intended to help reduce the risk of electrical shock. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by modifying the plug in any way.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug, or base in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
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. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Hamilton Beach/ Proctor-Silex, Inc. may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including stove.
10. Do not place on or near hot gas or an electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when using an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect slow cooker, turn control knob to Off; remove plug from outlet.
13. Caution: To prevent damage or shock hazard do not cook in base. Cook only in removable liner.
14. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods into a heated crock.
15. Do not operate appliance in any way other than intended use.
Other Consumer Safety Information
To avoid an electrical circuit overload do not use a high wattage appliance on the same circuit with the slow cooker.
The length of the cord used on this appli­ance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the slow cooker. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or acciden­tally tripped over.
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• Please handle the Crock and Cover carefully to ensure long life.
• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place a hot Cover or Crock into cold water, or onto a wet surface.
• Avoid hitting the Crock and Cover against the faucet or other hard surfaces.
• Do not use Crock or Cover if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads.
Crock and Glass Cover: Precautions and Information
• The bottom of the Crock is very rough and can damage the countertop. Use caution.
• The Crock and the Cover can become very hot. Use caution. Do not place directly on any unprotected surface or countertop.
• The Crock is microwave safe and oven proof, but never heat the Crock when empty. Never place the Crock on a burner or stove top. Do not place the Cover in a microwave oven, conventional oven, or on the stove top.
When removing the Cover, tilt so that the opening faces away from you to avoid being burned by steam.
The sides of the Base of the slow cooker get very warm because the heating elements are located here. Use the handles on the Base if necessary. Use hot mitts to remove the Crock.
Removing Cover and Crock
Crock Capacity
How much does your slow cooker hold?
The capacity of your slow cooker refers to the amount the crock can hold if it is filled to the rim. However, we DO NOT recommend filling to the rim.
As a rule, you should select recipes that yield 1 quart less than the listed capacity of your crock. For example, if your slow cooker is labeled as a 6-quart slow cooker, your best results will be achieved using recipes that yield 5 quarts or less.
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The Control Knob on the slow cooker offers Low and High temperature settings for
cooking. The Keep Warm setting is for holding a prepared recipe at a perfect serving temperature.
The Keep Warm setting should only be used after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Food
should not be reheated on the Keep Warm setting. The food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial growth before using the Keep Warm setting. If food has been cooked and then refrigerated it must be reheated on Low or High, then switched to Keep Warm.
Parts and Features
1. Cover
2. Crock
3. Base Handles
4. Base
5. Control Knob
1. Before first use, wash Cover and
Crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. Do not immerse Base in water.
2. Prepare recipe according to instruc­tions. Place food in Crock and cover.
3. Plug cord into outlet. Select temper­ature setting.
How to Use Your Slow Cooker
4. When finished, turn Off and unplug Base. Remove food from Crock.
5. Let Crock and Cover cool slightly before washing.
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You are probably ready to develop new recipes for use in your slow cooker. If the recipe was originally cooked in a saucepan on the stovetop, or slow roasted in the oven, adapting the recipe should be easy.
This slow cooker is designed to bring ingredients up to cooking temperature quickly. It may reach a full boil and cook faster than other slow cookers you have used. Because the slow cooker reaches its cooking temperature rapidly, older recipes may need to be adjusted. Some recipes may now take less cooking time.
If You’ve Used a Slow Cooker Before
Cooking in a slow cooker is easy but different from conventional methods. Take a few minutes and read “How to Use” and “Tips for Slow Cooking.” Then try some of the recipes.
You’ll soon be convinced that a slow cooker is a necessity. There are also many slow cooker recipe books avail­able in the library or book store. If you have any questions, call our toll-free customer service number. We’ll be glad to help.
Our slow cooker heats from the sides. The Base slowly raises the temperature of the Crock. Whether cooked on Low or High, the final temperature of the food is the same, about 200°F. The only difference is the amount of time the cooking process takes. Read the section on “Adapting Recipes” for more information.
If You’ve NEVER Used a Slow Cooker
Adapting Recipes
Some ingredients are not suited for
extended cooking in the slow cooker. Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour cream should be added 2 hours before serving. Evaporated milk or condensed soups are perfect for the slow cooker.
Many things can affect how quickly a recipe will cook. The water and fat content of a food, the temperature of the food, and the size of the food will all affect the cooking time. Food cut into pieces will cook faster than whole roasts or poultry.
Most meat and vegetable combinations require at least 7 hours on Low.
The higher the fat content of the meat, the less liquid is needed. If cooking meat with a high fat content, place thick onion slices underneath, so the meat will not sit and cook in the fat.
Slow cookers allow very little evapora­tion. If making your favorite soup, stew, or sauce, reduce the liquid or water called for in the original recipe. If too thick, liquids can be added later.
If cooking a vegetable-type casserole, there will need to be liquid in the recipe to prevent scorching on the sides of the Crock.
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Care and Cleaning
1. Turn the Control Knob to Off. Unplug cord from outlet.
2. Remove Crock and Cover from Base and let cool.
3. Wash the Crock and the Cover in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. The Crock and the Cover may also be washed in the dishwasher. If you
have a plastic Cover, please place on top rack of dishwasher.
4. Wipe the Base with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers.
The Cover of the slow cooker does not form a tight fit on the Crock but should be centered on the Crock for best results. Do not remove the Cover unnecessarily— this results in major heat loss. Do not cook without Cover in place.
Stirring is not necessary when slow cooking. However, if cooking on High, you may want to stir occasionally.
Slow cooking retains most of the moisture in foods. If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time, remove the Cover, turn the Control Knob to High, and reduce the liquid by simmering. This will take 30 to 45 minutes.
The slow cooker should be at least half-filled for best results. If only half­filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours earlier than recipe time.
Tips for Slow Cooking
If cooking soups or stews, leave a 2-inch space between the top of the
Crock and the food so that the recipe can come to a simmer.
Many recipes call for cooking all day. If your morning schedule doesn’t allow time to prepare a recipe, do it the night before. Place all ingredients in the Crock, cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place Crock in the slow cooker and select the temperature setting.
Meat and poultry require at least 7 to 8 hours on Low. Do not use frozen uncooked meat in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not immerse.
WARNING
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Optional Features on Selected Models
The Lid Latch secures the cover while moving, transporting, or storing the slow cooker. To use Lid Latch, place the white band into the groove located under one of the handles. Stretch the band to the other side of the slow cooker and secure it in the groove under the other handle.
Once the band is attached, it can also be crossed over the knob to further secure the lid.
The Carrying Case can be used when you need to transport the slow cooker to another location. First attach the Lid Latch. Secure the electric cord of the slow cooker with a rubber band or twist tie. Then set the slow cooker in the Carrying Case with the cord under the slow cooker. Fit the handles of the slow cooker through the openings in the case. Zip the case and use caution when carrying any
hot foods. The Carrying Case can be cleaned by wiping with a damp sponge. For bigger spills, hand wash the case in cold water and mild detergent.
Fire Hazard
Do not plug in and turn on when the slow cooker is still inside the carrying case.
WARNING
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Recipes
How much does your slow cooker hold? The capacity of your slow cooker
refers to the amount the crock can hold if it is filled to the rim. However, we DO NOT recommend filling to the rim.
As a rule, you should select recipes that yield 1 quart less than the listed capacity of your crock. For example, if your slow cooker is labeled as a 6-quart slow cooker, your best results will be achieved using recipes that yield 5 quarts or less.
Arroz con Pollo
1 (3 pound) chicken, cut in pieces 1 (14.5 oz) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes 10 oz box frozen peas 1 (14 oz) can chicken broth
3
4 cup roasted red peppers, drained and cut in strips 1 (8 oz) box Spanish-style yellow rice mix 1 teaspoon garlic salt
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR
High – 4 hours. Makes 4 servings.
Chicken in a Pot
1 (16 oz) package frozen mixed vegetables 1 (1.5 oz) envelope beef stroganoff sauce mix 1 (3 pound) whole chicken
1
2 teaspoon each: paprika, onion powder, garlic powder
Combine vegetables and sauce mix in crock. Sprinkle seasonings on chicken. Place chicken in crock over vegetables. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR
High – 4 hours. Makes 4 servings.
New England Boiled Dinner
1 2-pound boneless, smoked ham 1 (16 oz) can whole potatoes, drained 1 (16 oz) bag frozen baby carrots 1 pound cabbage, cut in 6 wedges
1
4 cup water
Place the meat in the crock and fit the vegetables around it. Add water. Cover and
cook: Low – 6 hours OR High – 3 hours. Makes 4 servings.
1 Dish Meals ........................................ 8
Soups & Stews .................................. 9
Main Dishes .................................. 11
Side Dishes .................................... 14
Miscellaneous .................................. 15
1 Dish Meals
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Chunky Chicken Barley Soup
1 (14 oz) can chicken broth 1 (16 oz) package frozen vegetables for soup or stew
2
3
cup pearl barley 1 cup fresh mushroom slices 2 cups water 1 (1.8 oz) envelope dry vegetable soup mix 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut in cubes
1
2
teaspoon salt
1
8 teaspoon pepper
Combine all ingredients in crock. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR High – 3
hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Hungarian Beef, Beans, & Barley Stew
2 pounds beef ribs, (cut for barbecue), or boneless short ribs 2 (16 oz) cans red kidney beans, drained 1 (14 oz) can beef broth
1
2 cup pearl barley
1
4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon paprika
1
2 teaspoon garlic powder
1
2 teaspoon salt
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 10 hours
OR High – 5 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Italian-Style Beef Stew
2 pounds boneless beef stewing cubes 1 (10 oz) box frozen mixed vegetables 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoon cup chopped onion 1 (1.5 oz) envelopes beef stew seasoning mix
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 10 hours
OR High – 5 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Manhattan Clam Chowder
1 (32 oz) bottle tomato juice 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste 3 (61⁄2 oz) cans chopped clams, with liquid 1 (16 oz) bag frozen mixed vegetables for soup or stew 1 (16 oz) can sliced potatoes, drained
1
2 teaspoon garlic powder
1
2 teaspoon Italian seasonings
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR
High – 3 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Soups & Stews
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Chili
1 pound hot Italian sausage, removed from casings 1 pound lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 (3/4
oz) envelope chili seasoning mix 1 16 oz) can kidney beans, drained 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste 1 (15 oz) can chicken broth
Crumble sausage and ground beef into large skillet. Add onion. Over medium high heat, partially cook sausage, ground beef and onion. Place cooked meat mixture in crock. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR
High – 4 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Vegetarian Vegetable Soup
3 cups (32 oz) tomato plus vegetable juice 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste 1 teaspoon tablespoon chopped garlic
1
4 cup chopped onion
1 (16 oz) bag mixed vegetables for soup or stew 1 (14 oz) can vegetable broth 1
1
2 cups water
1
2 teaspoon Italian seasonings
1
2 teaspoon salt
1
2 teaspoon sugar
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR
High – 3 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Vegetarian Chili
1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 (3/
4 oz) envelope chili seasoning
1 (16 oz) can Great Northern beans, drained 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce 1 (14.5 oz) can vegetable broth
In a skillet over medium-high heat cook onion in the oil until soft. Place onion mix­ture into the slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients. Stir to mix. Cover and
cook: Low – 8 hours OR High – 4 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Slow Cooked Beef Stew
1-pound bag baby carrots 11⁄2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cubed 11⁄2 large potatoes, cubed 1 (103/4 oz) can condensed cream of tomato soup 1 cup water 1 (1.5 oz) envelope beef stew seasoning mix
Cut carrots in half crosswise. Place beef, carrots, and potatoes in slow cooker. In a bowl, whisk together the soup, water, and seasoning packet. Pour over beef and vegetables. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR High – 4 hours. Makes
about 3 quarts.
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German-Style Pot Roast
1
3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoon cup ketchup
1
4 cup chopped onion
1
2 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 (14 oz) can beef broth 8 ginger snap cookies 1 (0.8 oz) envelope brown gravy mix 2-3 pounds boneless chuck or bottom round roast
Combine all ingredients, except the meat, in crock. Stir well. Add the meat and stir well to coat. Cover and cook: Low – 10 hours OR High – 5 hours. Makes
about 4 to 5 servings.
Onion-Coated Beef Roast
1
2 cup steak sauce 2-3 pounds bottom round or rump beef roast 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
Pour steak sauce into crock. Place meat in crock and coat both sides with the sauce. Sprinkle each side with 1 tablespoon of the dried onion. Cover and cook:
Low – 10 hours OR High – 5 hours. Makes about 6 servings.
Swedish Meatballs
21⁄2 pounds frozen cooked meatballs 1 (101⁄
2 oz) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 (10
1
2 oz) can golden mushroom soup, undiluted 1 (14 oz) can beef broth 1 (3⁄
4 oz) envelope brown gravy mix
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR
High – 3 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Sweet & Pungent Meat Balls
21⁄2 pounds frozen cooked meatballs 1 (12 oz) jar grape jelly 1 (12 oz) jar currant jelly 1 (12 oz) bottle chili sauce 1 (12 oz) bottle cocktail sauce
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR
High – 3 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Main Dishes
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Tex-Mex Beef Barbecue
3 pounds brisket of beef 1 (18 oz) bottle hickory-smoked barbecue sauce 1 (1.25 oz) envelope chili seasoning 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1
2
cup chopped onion
Combine all ingredients, except meat, in crock. Stir well. Add meat and stir well to coat. Cover and cook: Low – 10 hours OR High – 5 hours. Remove the meat and shred. Return the meat to crock. Stir well. Serve on soft rolls. Makes 8 serv-
ings.
North Carolina Pork Barbecue
3 pounds boneless pork butt, shoulder or blade roast 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
1
2 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 1 heaping tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon salt 2 teaspoons black pepper
Combine all ingredients in crock. Cover and cook: Low – 8-10 hours OR High
– 5 hours. Remove and shred meat to serve. Makes about 3 pounds barbecue.
Family Meat Loaf
2 eggs, beaten
3
4 cups milk
3
4 cups dry bread crumbs
1 (1 oz) envelopes dry onion soup mix 2 pounds lean ground beef (8% fat)
To remove meat loaf when done, line crock with a wide strip of aluminum foil, com­ing up the sides of crock. In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, bread crumbs, and soup mix. Mix well then add meat. Mix thoroughly then shape into a rectangle or oval that won’t touch sides of crock. Place in crock. Cover and cook: Low – 6
hours OR High – 3 hours. Makes about 6 servings.
Corned Beef
3 pounds corned beef brisket with pickling spices 1 medium onion, sliced 1 carrot, sliced 1 rib celery, sliced Water
Place corned beef in a slow cooker. Top with pickling spices, onion, carrot and celery. Add enough water to just cover meat. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours
OR High – 4 hours. Makes about 3 pounds corned beef.
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Classic Beef Roast With Mushroom-Onion Gravy
3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast 1 (1 oz) envelopes dry onion soup mix 1 (10 oz) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
Place roast in crock. Sprinkle onion soup on roast then spoon on undiluted soup.
Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR High – 4 hours. Makes about 6 servings.
Asian Spareribs
2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce 1 (10 oz) jars duck sauce or sweet and sour sauce 3 pounds country-style pork spare ribs
Dissolve cornstarch in teriyaki sauce. Add duck sauce and put in crock. Stir well. Add the meat and stir well to coat. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR
High – 4 hours. Makes 4 servings.
Savory Roast Beef Sandwiches
3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
1
4 cup soy sauce 1 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoons ground ginger
Cut beef into thin slices and place in crock. Combine soy, brown sugar, salt and ginger and pour over beef. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR High – 3 hours. Serve on sandwich rolls. Makes 6 servings.
Orange-Juiced Pork Chops
1 (6 oz) cans frozen orange juice, undiluted
1
2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1
2 teaspoon garlic powder
6 1-inch thick boneless, center cut pork chops Combine all ingredients, except the meat, in crock. Stir well. Add the meat and
stir well to coat. Cover and cook: Low – 6-8 hours OR High – 3 to 4 hours.
Makes 6 servings.
Sunday Chicken
31⁄2 pounds chicken, cut up Paprika, salt, and pepper 1 (10 oz) cans condensed cream of celery soup
1
2 cup white wine or chicken broth Rinse chicken in cold water. Pat dry. Sprinkle chicken with paprika, salt, and
pepper. Combine soup and wine. Place half of chicken in crock and pour half of soup mixture over chicken. Repeat layers. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours
OR High – 4 hours. Makes 6 servings.
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Zesty New Potatoes
3 pounds (small) new red potatoes, unpeeled 1 tablespoons olive oil 1 envelopes zesty Italian dressing mix
Potatoes should be the size of golf balls. If not, cut in half or quarter. Pour the oil in a plastic bag and add the potatoes and shake to coat well. Add
the salad dressing mix and shake well until all the potatoes are coated. Place potatoes into crock. Cover and cook: Low – 7-8 hours OR High – 4 hours.
Makes 8 servings.
Candied Carrots & Walnuts
2 (16 oz) packages frozen sliced carrots
3
4 cups pancake syrup
1
4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cups chopped walnuts Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook on High for 5 hours.*
Makes about 21⁄2 quarts. *Only the High setting is recommended for this recipe
Baked Potatoes
Scrub baking potatoes and pierce skin in several places with a fork. Stack pota­toes in a pyramid in crock so as not to touch the side. Cover and cook: Low –
8-9 hours OR High – 5 hours.
Rice, Beans, & Salsa
1 (16 oz) cans black beans, drained 1 (16 oz) cans cannellini beans or navy beans, drained 1 (14 oz) can chicken broth 1 cups uncooked long grain rice, not instant 1 quarts salsa 1 cups water
1
2 teaspoon salt
1
2 teaspoon garlic powder
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 10 hours
OR High – 5 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Maple-Baked Beans
4 (15 oz) cans pork’n beans
1
4 cup chopped onion
1
3 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons dry mustard 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Combine all ingredients to crock. Cover and cook: Low – 6-8 hours OR
High – 3-4 hours. Makes 10 servings.
Side Dishes
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