KitchenAid KSM5, KSM50P, KP50PS User Manual

STAND MIXER

INSTRUCTIONS AND RECIPES

FOR THE WAY IT’S MADE.

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1-800-541-6390

Details Inside

We’re so confident the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of KitchenAid that, if your mixer should fail within

the first year of ownership, KitchenAid will arrange to deliver an identical or comparable replacement to your door free of charge and arrange to have your “failed” mixer returned to us. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year full warranty. Please follow these instructions to receive this quality service.

If you reside in the United

States and your KitchenAid

mixer should fail within the first year of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-541-6390, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Eastern Time. Give the consultant your complete shipping address. (No P.O. Box Numbers, please.)

When you receive your replacement mixer, use the carton and packing materials to pack-up your “failed” mixer. In the carton, include your name and address on a sheet of paper along with a copy of the proof of purchase (register receipt, credit card charge slip, etc.).

For a detailed explanation of warranty terms and conditions, including how to arrange for service outside the United States, see pages 3 and 4.

Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty

Proof of Purchase & Product Registration

ALWAYS KEEP A COPY OF THE SALES RECEIPT SHOWING THE DATE OF PURCHASE OF YOUR MIXER. PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL ASSURE YOU OF IN-WARRANTY SERVICE.

Before you use your mixer, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit. This card will enable us to

contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act. THIS CARD DOES NOT VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY.

Please complete the following for

your personal records:

Model Number _______________________________________________________

Serial Number ________________________________________________________

Date Purchased _______________________________________________________

Store Name __________________________________________________________

Table of Contents

Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty...........................................Inside Front Cover

Product Registration Card ........................................................Inside Front Cover

Important Safeguards........................................................................................2

Warranty ...........................................................................................................3

For the United States and District of Columbia............................................3

For Puerto Rico ...........................................................................................4

Arranging for Service after the Warranty Expires .........................................4

Arranging for Service Outside the United States and Puerto Rico ................4

Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts .....................................................4

Electrical Requirements......................................................................................5

Troubleshooting Problems .................................................................................5

About Your Mixer

Bowl-Lift Models................................................................................................6

Tilt-Head Models ...............................................................................................8

Using Your KitchenAid®Attachments ..............................................................10

Mixing Time ....................................................................................................10

Mixer Use ........................................................................................................10

Care and Cleaning ...........................................................................................11

Beater to Bowl Clearance.................................................................................11

Speed Control Guide - 10 Speed Mixers ..........................................................12

Mixing Tips......................................................................................................13

Attachments and Accessories - General Information ........................................15

Appetizers, Entrees, and Vegetables ................................................................16

Cakes and Frostings.........................................................................................24

Cookies, Bars, and Candies ..............................................................................33

Pies and Desserts .............................................................................................39

Yeast Breads and Quick Breads........................................................................44

General Instructions for Mixing and Kneading Yeast Dough......................44

Bread Making Tips ....................................................................................45

KitchenAid

Attachments and Accessories .......................................................62

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Read all instructions.

2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put mixer in water or other liquid.

3. Close supervision is necessary when this or any appliance is used near children.

4. Unplug mixer from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

5. Avoid contacting moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, as well as spatulas and other utensils away from beater during operation to reduce the risk of injury to persons and/or damage to the mixer.

6. Do not operate mixer unattended or near edge of work surface. When used for heavy loads or at high speeds, mixer may move on work surface.

7. Do not operate mixer with a damaged cord or plug or after the mixer malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Call the KitchenAid Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-541-6390 for more information.

8. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.

9. Do not use the mixer outdoors.

10. Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter.

11. Remove flat beater, wire whip or dough hook from mixer before washing.

12. This product is designed for household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your

appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you

and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either

the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately

instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured

if you don’t follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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DANGER

Length of Warranty:

One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase.

KitchenAid Will Pay For Your Choice of:

Hassle-Free Replacement of your mixer. See inside front cover for details on how to arrange for service, or call the Customer Satisfaction Center toll-free at 1-800-541-6390.

OR The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials and workmanship. Service must be provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center. See the KitchenAid®mixer Warranty for Puerto Rico on page 4 for details on how to arrange for service.

KitchenAid Will Not Pay For:

A. Repairs when mixer

is used in other than normal home use.

B. Damage resulting

from accident, alteration, misuse or abuse.

C. Any shipping or

handling costs to deliver your mixer to an Authorized Service Center.

D. Replacement parts

or repair labor costs for mixers operated outside the United States and District of Columbia.

KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or

limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for mixers operated in the United States and District of Columbia.

KitchenAid®Mixer Warranty for

the United States and District of Columbia

KitchenAid®Mixer Warranty

for Puerto Rico

A limited one year warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for mixers operated in Puerto Rico. During the warranty period, all service must be handled by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center. Please bring the mixer, or ship it

prepaid and insured, to the nearest Authorized Service Center. Call tollfree 1-800-541-6390 to learn the location of a Service Center near you. Your repaired mixer will be returned to you prepaid and insured.

For service information, call toll-free 1-800-541-6390 or write to:

Customer Satisfaction Center, KitchenAid Portable Appliances, P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218.

Arranging for Service

After the Warranty Expires

Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the store where you purchased the

mixer for information on how to obtain service.

Arranging for Service Outside

the United States and Puerto Rico

To order accessories or replacement parts for your mixer, call toll-free 1-800-541-6390 or write to:

Customer Satisfaction Center, KitchenAid Portable Appliances, P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218.

Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts

Electrical Requirements

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock.

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Volts: 120 A.C. only. Hertz: 60 The wattage rating for your mixer is printed on the trim band or on the serial plate.

Troubleshooting Problems

Please read the following before arranging for service.

1. The mixer may warm up during use. Under heavy loads with extended mixing time periods, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit. This is normal.

2. The mixer may emit a pungent odor, especially when new. This is common with electric motors.

3. If the flat beater hits the bowl, stop the mixer. See “Beater to Bowl Clearance,” page 11.

If your mixer should malfunction or fail to operate, please check the following:

1. Is the mixer plugged in?

2. Is the fuse in the circuit to the mixer in working order? If you have a circuit breaker box, be sure the circuit is closed.

3. Turn mixer off for 10-15 seconds, then turn mixer back on.

If the problem cannot be corrected with the above steps, see the KitchenAid Warranty on page 3. DO NOT return the mixer to the retailer – they do not provide service.

Bowl-Lift Models*Stand Mixer Features

Motor Head

Beater Height Adjustment Screw

(not shown, see page 11)

Bowl Lift Handle

(not shown)

Spring Latch and Bowl Pin

(not shown)

Attachment Knob

Attachment Hub

(see page 15)

Locating Pins

Wire Whip

(see page 10)

Flat Beater

(see page 10)

Dough Hook

(see page 10)

Speed Control Lever

(see page 7)

Bowl Support

Beater Shaft

5 Quart Stainless Steel Bowl

*Bowl-Lift models include K5SS, KSM5, KSM50P, KP50PS

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Assembling Your Bowl-Lift Mixer

** See page 5.

To Attach Bowl

1. Be sure speed control is OFF and mixer is unplugged.

2. Place bowl lift handle in down position.

3. Fit bowl supports over locating pins.

4. Press down on back of bowl until bowl pin snaps into spring latch.

5. Raise bowl before mixing.

6. Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.**

To Remove Bowl

1. Be sure speed control is OFF and mixer is unplugged.

2. Place bowl lift handle in down position

3. Remove flat beater, wire whip, or dough hook.

4. Grasp bowl handle and lift straight up and off locating pins.

To Raise Bowl

1. Rotate handle to straight-up position.

2. Bowl must always be in raised, locked position when mixing.

To Lower Bowl

1. Rotate handle back and down.

Injury Hazard Unplug mixer before inserting or removing beaters. Unplug mixer before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in broken bones or cuts.

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To Attach Flat Beater, Wire Whip, or Dough Hook

1. Turn speed control to OFF and unplug.

2. Slip flat beater on beater shaft and press upward as far as possible.

3. Turn beater to right, hooking beater over the pin on shaft.

4. Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.**

To Remove Flat Beater, Wire Whip, Or Dough Hook

1. Turn speed control to OFF and unplug.

2. Press beater upward as far as possible and turn left.

3. Pull beater from beater shaft.

4. Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.**

Household mixer SPEED Control

Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.** Speed control lever should always to be set on lowest speed for starting, then gradually moved to desired higher speed to avoid splashing ingredients out of bowl. See page 12 for Speed Control Guide.

RAISE

Solid State Speed Control

Off Stir 2 4 6 8 10

Tilt-Head Models*Stand Mixer Features

Motor Head

Beater Height Adjustment Screw

(see page 11)

Motor Head Locking Lever

(not shown)

Attachment Knob

Attachment Hub

(see page 15)

Flat Beater

(see page 10)

Wire Whip

(see page 10)

Dough Hook

(see page 10)

Speed Control Lever (see

page 12)

Bowl Clamping Plate

Beater Shaft

⁄2 or 5 Quart Stainless Steel Bowl

*41⁄2 Quart models include K45, KSM90, KSM103, KSM75 *5 Quart model KSM150, KSM151

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To Remove Flat Beater, Wire Whip Or Dough Hook

1. Turn speed control to OFF and unplug.

2. Press beater upward as far as possible and turn left.

3. Pull beater from beater shaft.

4. Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.**

To Lock Motor Head

1. Make sure motor head is completely down.

2. Place locking lever in LOCK position.

3. Before mixing, test lock by attempting to raise head.

To Unlock Motor Head

1. Place lever in UNLOCK position.

NOTE: Motor head should always be kept in LOCK position when using mixer.

To Operate Speed Control

Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.** Speed control lever should always be set on lowest speed for starting, then gradually moved to desired higher speed to avoid splashing ingredients out of bowl. See page 12 for Speed Control Guide.

To Attach Bowl

1. Be sure speed control is OFF and mixer is unplugged.

2. Tilt motor head back.

3. Place bowl on bowl clamping plate.

4. Turn bowl gently in clockwise direction.

5. Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.**

To Remove Bowl

1. Be sure speed control is OFF and mixer is unplugged.

2. Tilt motor head back.

3. Turn bowl in counterclockwise direction.

To Attach Flat Beater, Wire Whip, Or Dough Hook

1. Turn speed control to OFF and unplug.

2. Raise motor head.

3. Slip beater onto beater shaft and press upward as far as possible.

4. Turn beater to right, hooking beater over pin on shaft.

5. Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.**

Assembling Your Tilt-Head Mixer

** See page 5.

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Injury Hazard Unplug mixer before inserting or removing beaters. Unplug mixer before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in broken bones or cuts.

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Solid State Speed Control

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Using Your KitchenAid®Attachments

Flat Beater for normal to heavy mixtures:

cakes biscuits creamed frostings quick breads candies meat loaf cookies mashed potatoes pie pastry

Wire Whip for mixtures that need air incorporated:

eggs sponge cakes egg whites angel food cakes heavy cream mayonnaise boiled frostings some candies

Dough Hook for mixing and kneading yeast doughs:

breads coffee cakes rolls buns

Mixing Time

Your KitchenAid®Mixer will mix faster and more thoroughly than most other electric mixers. Therefore, the mixing time in most recipes must be

adjusted to avoid overbeating. With cakes, for example, beating time may be half as long as with other mixers.

Mixer Use

NOTE: Do not scrape bowl while

mixer is operating.

The bowl and beater are designed to provide thorough mixing without frequent scraping. Scraping the bowl once or twice during mixing is usually sufficient. Turn unit off before scraping.

The mixer may warm up during use. Under heavy loads with extended mixing time, you may not be able to comfortably touch the top of the unit. This is normal.

Bowl, white flat beater and white dough hook may be washed in an automatic dishwasher. Or, clean them thoroughly in hot sudsy water and rinse completely before drying. Wire

Care and Cleaning

Beater To Bowl Clearance

Your mixer is adjusted at the factory so that the flat beater just clears the bottom of the bowl. If for any reason, the flat beater hits the bottom of the bowl or is too far away from the bowl, clearance can be corrected as follows:

whip, burnished dough hook and burnished flat beater should be hand washed and dried immediately. Do not wash wire whip, burnished dough hook and burnished flat beater in a dishwasher. Do not store beaters on shaft. NOTE: Always be sure to unplug mixer before cleaning. Wipe mixer with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use household/commercial cleaners. Do not immerse in water. Wipe off beater shaft frequently, removing any residue that may accumulate.

Injury Hazard Unplug mixer before inserting or removing beaters. Unplug mixer before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in broken bones or cuts.

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Tilt-Head models

• Unplug mixer.

• Lift motor head.

• Turn screw (A) SLIGHTLY counter clockwise (left) to raise flat beater or clockwise (right) to lower flat beater.

•Make adjustment with flat beater, so it just clears surface of bowl.

If you over adjust the screw, the bowl lock lever may not lock into place.

Bowl-Lift models

• Unplug mixer.

• Place bowl lift handle in down position.

• Turn screw (B) SLIGHTLY counter clockwise (left) to raise flat beater and clockwise (right) to lower flat beater.

•Make adjustments with flat beater, so it just clears surface of bowl.

NOTE: When properly adjusted, the flat beater will not strike on bottom or side of bowl. If beater or wire whip is adjusted too close so that it strikes bottom of bowl, coating may wear off beater or wires may wear through on wire whip.

Speed Control Guide – 10 Speed Mixers

Number of Speed

Stir Speed STIR For slow stirring, combining, mashing,

starting all mixing procedures. Use to add flour and dry ingredients to batter, add liquids to dry ingredients, and combine heavy mixtures.

2 SLOW MIXING For slow mixing, mashing, faster

stirring. Use to mix heavy batters and candies, start mashing potatoes or other vegetables, cut shortening into flour, mix thin or splashy batters, and mix and knead yeast dough. Use with Can Opener attachment.

4 MIXING, For mixing semi-heavy batters, such as

BEATING cookies. Use to combine sugar and

shortening and to add sugar to egg whites for meringues. Medium speed for cake mixes. Use with: Food Grinder, Rotor Slicer/Shredder, and Fruit/Vegetable Strainer.

6 BEATING, For medium fast beating (creaming) or

CREAMING whipping. Use to finish mixing cake,

doughnut, and other batters. High speed for cake mixes. Use with Citrus Juicer attachment.

8 FAST BEATING, For whipping cream, egg whites, and

WHIPPING boiled frostings.

10 FAST WHIPPING For whipping small amounts of cream

or egg whites. Use with Pasta Maker and Grain Mill attachments.

NOTE: Will not maintain fast speeds under heavy loads, such as when using Pasta Maker or Grain Mill attachments.

NOTE: The Speed Control Lever can be set between the speeds listed in the above chart to obtain speeds 3, 5, 7 and 9 if a finer adjustment is required. Do not exceed Speed 2 when preparing yeast doughs as this may cause damage to the mixer.

Mixing Tips

Converting Your Recipe for the Mixer

The mixing instructions for recipes in this book can guide you in converting your own favorite recipes for preparation with your KitchenAid

mixer. Look for recipes similar to yours and then adapt your recipes to use the procedures in the similar KitchenAid recipes.

For example, the “quick mix” method (sometimes referred to as the “dump” method) is ideal for simple cakes, such as the Quick Yellow Cake and Easy White Cake included in this book. This method calls for combining dry ingredients with most or all liquid ingredients in one step.

More elaborate cakes, such as Caramel Walnut Banana Torte, should be prepared using the traditional cake mixing method. With this method, sugar and the shortening, butter or margarine are thoroughly mixed (creamed) before other ingredients are added.

For all cakes, mixing times may change because your KitchenAid

mixer works more quickly than other mixers. In general, mixing a cake with the KitchenAid®mixer will take about half the time called for in most cake recipes.

To help determine the ideal mixing time, observe the batter or dough and mix only until it has the desired appearance described in your recipe, such as “smooth and creamy.”

To select the best mixing speeds, use the Speed Control Guide on page 12.

Adding Ingredients

Always add ingredients as close to side of bowl as possible, not directly into moving beater. The Pouring Shield can be used to simplify adding ingredients. NOTE: If ingredients in very bottom of bowl are not thoroughly mixed, then the beater is not far enough into the bowl. See “Beater to Bowl Clearance,” page 11.

Cake Mixes

When preparing packaged cake mixes, use Speed 2 for low speed, Speed 4 for medium speed, and Speed 6 for high speed. For best results, mix for the time stated on the package directions.

Adding Nuts, Raisins or Candied Fruits

Follow individual recipes for guidelines on including these ingredients. In general, solid materials should be folded in the last few seconds of mixing on Stir Speed. The batter should be thick enough to prevent the fruit or nuts from sinking to the bottom of the pan during baking. Sticky fruits should be dusted with flour for better distribution in the batter.

Liquid Mixtures

Mixtures containing large amounts of liquid ingredients should be mixed at lower speeds to avoid splashing. Increase speed only after mixture has thickened.

Egg Whites

Place room temperature egg whites in clean, dry bowl. Attach bowl and wire whip. To avoid splashing, gradually turn to designated speed and whip to desired stage. See chart below.

AMOUNT SPEED

1 egg white .......GRADUALLY to 10

2-4 egg whites ........GRADUALLY to 8

6 or more

egg whites ........GRADUALLY to 8

Whipping Stages

With your KitchenAid®mixer, egg whites whip quickly. So, watch carefully to avoid overwhipping. This list tells you what to expect.

Frothy

Large, uneven air bubbles.

Begins to Hold Shape

Air bubbles are fine and compact; product is white.

Soft Peak

Tips of peaks fall over when wire whip is removed.

Almost Stiff

Sharp peaks form when wire whip is removed, but whites are actually soft.

Stiff but not Dry

Sharp, stiff peaks form when wire whip is removed. Whites are uniform in color and glisten.

Stiff and Dry

Sharp, stiff peaks form when wire whip is removed. Whites are speckled and dull in appearance.

Whipped Cream

Pour cold whipping cream into chilled bowl. Attach bowl and wire whip. To avoid splashing, gradually turn to designated speed and whip to desired stage. See chart below.

AMOUNT SPEED

⁄4

cup ...................GRADUALLY to 10

⁄2

cup ...................GRADUALLY to 10

1 cup .....................GRADUALLY to 8

1 pint .....................GRADUALLY to 8

Whipping Stages

Watch cream closely during whipping. Because your KitchenAid

mixer whips so quickly, there are just a few seconds between whipping stages. Look for these characteristics:

Begins to Thicken

Cream is thick and custard-like.

Holds Its Shape

Cream forms soft peaks when wire whip is removed. Can be folded into other ingredients when making desserts and sauces.

Stiff

Cream stands in stiff, sharp peaks when wire whip is removed. Use for topping on cakes or desserts, or filling for cream puffs.

Attachments and Accessories

To Attach

1. Turn mixer off and unplug.

2. Loosen attachment knob by turning it counterclockwise.

3. Remove attachment hub cover.

4. Insert attachment shaft housing into attachment hub, making certain that attachment power shaft fits into square attachment hub socket. It may be necessary to rotate attachment back and forth. When attachment is in proper position, the pin on the attachment will fit into the notch on the hub rim.

5. Tighten attachment knob by turning clockwise until attachment is completely secured to mixer.

6. Plug mixer in proper electrical outlet.**

To Remove

1. Turn mixer off and unplug.

2. Loosen attachment knob by turning it counterclockwise. Rotate attachment slightly back and forth while pulling out.

3. Replace attachment hub cover. Tighten attachment knob by turning it clockwise.

General Information

KitchenAid

attachments are designed to assure long life. The attachment power shaft and hub socket are of a square design, to eliminate any possibility of slipping during the transmission of power to the attachment. The hub and shaft housing are tapered to assure a snug fit, even after prolonged use and wear. KitchenAid®attachments require no extra power unit to operate them; the power unit is built in.

General Instructions

** See page 5.

Hub

Attachment Hub Socket

Attachment Knob

Notch

‡

Attachment Shaft Housing

‡

Attachment Power Shaft

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Not part of mixer.

Crabmeat Dip

1 package (8 oz.) light

cream cheese

1 cup reduced-fat

cottage cheese

⁄4 cup reduced-calorie

mayonnaise

1 can (6

⁄2 oz.)

crabmeat, flaked

1 tablespoon lemon

juice

3tablespoons chopped

green onions

⁄2 teaspoon garlic salt

3 drops hot pepper

sauce

Place cream cheese, cottage cheese, and mayonnaise in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Speed 6 and beat about 1 minute, or until well blended. Stop and scrape bowl. Add all remaining ingredients. Turn to Speed 6 and beat about 1 minute, or until all ingredients are combined.

Refrigerate until well chilled. Serve with assorted crackers or raw vegetables.

Yield: 24 servings (2 tablespoons per serving). Per serving: About 42 cal, 4 g pro, 1 g carb, 3 g fat,

12 mg chol, 180 mg sod.

4 ounces light cream

cheese

⁄2 cup marshmallow

cream

1 can (8 oz.) crushed

pineapple, well drained

2 teaspoons grated

orange peel

Place cream cheese in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Speed 2 and mix about 30 seconds. Stop and scrape bowl. Add marshmallow cream, pineapple, and orange peel. Turn to Speed 4 and beat about 30 seconds. Stop and scrape bowl. Turn to Speed 4 and beat about 30 seconds. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Serve with sliced fresh fruit, if desired.

Yield: 12 servings (2 tablespoons per serving). Per serving: About 61 cal, 1 g pro, 11 g carb,

2 g fat, 3 mg chol, 58 mg sod.

Creamy Pineapple Fruit Dip

APPETIZERS, ENTREES, AND VEGETABLES

1 cup shredded sharp

Cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded Swiss

cheese

1 package (8 oz.) light

cream cheese

2tablespoons chopped

fresh chives

2 teaspoons

Worcestershire sauce

⁄

4 teaspoon paprika

⁄2 teaspoon garlic

powder

⁄

4 cup finely chopped

pecans

Nutty Cheese Ball

Place all ingredients, except pecans, in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Speed 4 and beat about 1 minute, or until well blended.

On waxed paper, shape mixture into a ball. Roll ball in chopped pecans. Wrap in waxed paper. Refrigerate until serving time. Serve with assorted crackers or raw vegetables.

Yield: 24 servings (2 tablespoons per serving). Per serving: About 65 cal, 4 g pro, 1 g carb, 5 g fat,

13 mg chol, 109 mg sod.

1 package (8 oz.) light

cream cheese

⁄2 cup shredded hot

pepper Monterey Jack cheese

⁄4 cup bean or black

bean dip

⁄2 cup thick and chunky

salsa

⁄2 cup chopped green

onions

⁄4 cup sliced pitted ripe

olives

Place cream cheese in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Speed 2 and mix about 30 seconds. Stop and scrape bowl. Add Monterey Jack cheese. Turn to Speed 2 and mix about 30 seconds.

Spread cheese mixture on 10-inch serving plate to within 1 or 2 inches of edge. Spread bean dip over cheese. Spread salsa over bean dip. Top with onions and olives. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with tortilla chips, if desired.

Yield: 12 servings (1⁄4 cup per serving). Per serving: About 70 cal, 4 g pro, 3 g carb,

5 g fat, 12 mg chol, 265 mg sod.

Layered Mexican Dip

1 baguette loaf, cut

into

⁄2-inch slices

2 teaspoons butter or

margarine

⁄2

cup finely chopped

onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 package (9 oz.)

frozen chopped

spinach, thawed and

squeezed dry 1 package (8 oz.) light

cream cheese

⁄4 cup roasted red

peppers

⁄2 cup shredded

Cheddar cheese

Place baguette slices on baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 4 to 6 minutes, or until toasted. Set aside.

Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes, or until softened. Add spinach. Cook and stir 30 to 60 seconds, or until warm. Cool slightly.

Place cream cheese in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Speed 2, mix about 30 seconds. Add spinach mixture. Continuing on Speed 2, mix about 30 seconds. Add red peppers. Continuing on Speed 2, mix about 30 seconds. Spread spinach mixture on toasted baguette slices. Top each slice with about 1 teaspoon Cheddar cheese. Bake at 375°F for 5 to 8 minutes, or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Yield: 12 servings (2 crostini per serving). Per serving: About 141 cal, 6 g pro, 16 g carb,

6 g fat, 12 mg chol, 324 mg sod.

Spinach and Cheese Crostini

Meatballs with Salsa

⁄4 cup fat-free egg

substitute or 1 egg

⁄3 cup fresh bread

crumbs

⁄2 teaspoon chili

powder

⁄4 teaspoon garlic

powder

⁄8 teaspoon cayenne

pepper 1 pound ground turkey

⁄2 cup thick and chunky

salsa

⁄2 cup chili sauce

⁄2 cup water

Place egg substitute, bread crumbs, chili powder, garlic powder, pepper, and ground turkey in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Stir Speed and mix about 30 seconds.

Form turkey mixture into 1-inch balls. Spray 12-inch skillet with no-stick cooking spray. Cook meatballs over medium–high heat until well browned; drain.

Mix salsa, chili sauce, and water in small bowl. Add to meatballs and stir. Reduce heat to low. Cook, covered, about 10 minutes, or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Serve warm.

Yield: 12 servings (3 meatballs per serving). Per serving: About 84 cal, 8 g pro, 5 g carb, 3 g fat,

30 mg chol, 280 mg sod.

Mushroom-Onion Tartlets

Pastry Crusts

4oz. light cream

cheese

3 tablespoons butter

or margarine, divided

⁄4

cup plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour

8 oz. fresh

mushrooms, coarsely chopped

⁄2 cup chopped green

onions

Filling

1 egg

⁄4 teaspoon dried

thyme leaves

⁄2 cup shredded Swiss

cheese

To make Pastry Crusts, place cream cheese and 2 tablespoons butter in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Speed 4 and beat about 1 minute. Stop and scrape bowl. Add 3⁄

4 cup

flour. Turn to Speed 2 and mix about 1 minute, or until well blended. Form mixture into a ball. Wrap in waxed paper and chill 1 hour. Clean mixer bowl and beater.

To make Filling, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onions. Cook and stir until tender. Remove from heat. Cool slightly.

Divide chilled dough into 24 pieces. Press each piece into miniature muffin cup (greased, if desired).

For Filling, place egg, remaining 1 teaspoon flour, and thyme in mixer bowl. Attach bowl and flat beater to mixer. Turn to Speed 6 and beat about 30 seconds. Stir in cheese and cooled mushroom mixture. Spoon into pastry-lined muffin cups. Bake at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until egg mixture is puffed and golden brown. Serve warm.

Yield: 12 servings (2 tartlets per serving). Per serving: About 98 cal, 4 g pro, 8 g carb,

6 g fat, 33 mg chol, 83 mg sod.

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