Nesco 6-QT User Manual
6-QT.
ROASTER OVEN
USE/CARE AND RECIPE GUIDE
ROASTS!
COOKS!
BAKES!
STEAMS!
SLOW COOKS!
NEW!
QuanTanium
™
NON-STICK SURFACE
• Titanium reinforced
• Strongest surface ever
• Metal utensil safe
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The Metal Ware Corporation
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Two Rivers, WI 54241-0237
920-793-1368
FAX: 920-793-1086
Visit our Website at http://www.nesco.com
©The Metal Ware Corp., 2000 Made in the U.S.A. Printed in the U.S.A.
One Year Limited Warranty
This appliance is warranted for one year from date of original purchase
against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not
cover transportation damage, misuse, accident or similar incident. This
warranty gives you special legal rights and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state. Defective products may be returned, postage
prepaid, with a description of the defect to:
The Metal Ware Corporation
1700 Monroe Street
Two Rivers, Wisconsin 54241-0237
Service and genuine NESCO replacement parts may be obtained from
the NESCO Factory Service Department.
For service in warranty, follow instructions set forth in warranty. When
ordering new parts, make sure you always mention the model number of
the product, which is found on the bottom of the Roaster Oven.
Important Safeguards
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect, turn control to Off, then remove plug
from wall outlet.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse this appliance,
including cord and plug, in water or other liquid.
LISTED
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new NESCO®Roaster Oven!
This appliance represents today’s best value in versatile cooking
appliances. The NESCO
®
Roasters have been proudly manufactured
in the United States for over 75 years. Enjoy your cooking with our
compliments!
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5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before
cleaning.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to NESCO Factory Service Department for
examination, repair or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated
oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or hot liquids.
13. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use, as described in
this manual.
14. Do not use metal scouring pads on the exterior surface of the
Roaster Oven. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical
parts, creating a shock hazard.
Save These Instructions
This Appliance Is For Household Use. A short cord is provided to
reduce the hazard resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over
a longer cord. Longer cords and extension cords may be used if the
marked electrical rating of the longer cord is at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance, and if care is taken to arrange the longer
cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or table top where it can
be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
6 Qt. Guide
Introducing the NESCO®6 Quart Roaster Oven with QuanTanium
™
non-stick surface.
Now you are ready to discover more ways to make meals that are both
healthful and delicious. And, you are now ready to experience first-hand
the convenience and versatility of this compact portable electric
cooking appliance.
NESCO Roaster Ovens have a long tradition in family home cooking,
beginning in the 1930’s. Yet, very few cooking appliances can demonstrate
that they are as up-to-date and useful today as they were in the past.
NESCO Roaster Ovens have truly kept pace with cooking styles,
preferences, occasions and family sizes.
In a short time, you will see the many ways to use your 6 Qt. Roaster Oven.
Its portability makes it a moveable main cooking appliance at some times,
and a valued supplementary appliance at other times. Use it at home on
your countertop in your kitchen (no more kitchen heat!) or in a covered
patio, basement or garage or away from home in a cabin, RV or boat.
Wherever you use your Roaster Oven, you can prepare a wide range of
favorite foods in different ways – baked, slow-cooked, roasted, steamed or
poached. And serve your foods buffet style or at table-side, right in the
Roaster Oven. Moist, good-tasting foods are yours because of NESCO’s
exclusive “CIRCLE OF HEAT”
®
construction. You’ll taste the difference
the first time you use your Roaster Oven. So, start cooking with NESCO.
Explore all the ways to get the most out of this special home cooking
appliance.
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6 Qt. Roaster Oven
Get To Know Your 6 Qt. Roaster Oven
COVER. Heavy gauge high-profile aluminum Cover is designed to control
heat and moisture efficiently. Two vent-holes are provided for air circulation.
Note: When lifting the Cover, tilt it away to divert escaping steam.
RACK. The removable chrome plated steel/non-stick Rack is designed for
better baking and fat-free roasting.
COOKWELL. The QuanTanium
™
non-stick Cookwell has a full 6 quart
capacity. The revolutionary QuanTanium
™
surface is the first non-stick
reinforced with space age titanium. QuanTanium
™
provides maximum
resistance to wear and abrasion, and is safe to use with all metal utensils.
It is removable for easy clean up in the dishwasher or sink, or food storage
in the refrigerator.
HEATWELL and BODY. The side of the 6 quart Roaster Oven contains
the exclusive “CIRCLE OF HEAT”
®
element for even, moist cooking, plus
the added advantage of thick insulation and a full range automatic oven
temperature control. DO NOT PLACE FOOD DIRECTLY IN THE
HEATWELL–ONLY THE COOKWELL.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL. Regulates cooking
temperature to maintain the dial setting in the Roaster Oven interior.
TEMPERATURE GUIDE. The conveniently-placed guide gives
recommended temperatures for slow cooking, roasting, baking, steaming
and serving.
How To Use And Care For
Your 6 Qt. NESCO® Roaster Oven
BEFORE USING THE FIRST TIME:
1. Unpack your NESCO Roaster oven completely and REMOVE
COOKWELL, ALL PACKAGING MATERIAL AND INFORMATION
LABELS. Place the Roaster Oven in a WELL VENTILATED AREA ON
A HEAT RESISTANT SURFACE. Set the control dial to its minimum
setting. Connect the cord to the Roaster Oven and plug the cord into
a 120 volt AC outlet. Return control to maximum setting (425ºF).
Operate the Roaster Oven empty for approximately 60 minutes, or
until any odor or smoking disappear. Some smoke and odor
are a normal part of “curing” the element and will not
reoccur in cooking use. When curing is completed, turn the
temperature control to its lowest setting, unplug the unit from the
electrical outlet and allow to cool.
2. Wash the Cover, Cookwell and Rack in warm sudsy water, then rinse
and dry. Refer to complete cleaning instructions on next page.
NON-STICK COOKWELL: When curing your Roaster Oven with a
non-stick Cookwell, we recommend that it be operated WITHOUT THE
COVER AND COOKWELL. Do this in a covered outside area or other
well-ventilated area. After curing and cleaning, and before cooking
in your non-stick Cookwell for the first time, lightly coat the interior
of the Cookwell with vegetable oil.
To Operate Your Roaster Oven
1. Place the Cookwell into the Heatwell. Always use the Cookwell for
food. NEVER PLACE FOOD DIRECTLY IN THE HEATWELL.
2. Preheating is recommended. To preheat, place the Cookwell into
the Heatwell and cover. Set the control dial to its minimum setting.
Connect the cord to the Roaster Oven and plug into a 120 volt AC
outlet. Reset the temperature control to desired temperature.
Preheat 20 minutes. Carefully, using hot pads, add food to the
Cookwell.
3. The Rack may be used for baking or fat-free roasting. Other foods,
such as soups and stews, are prepared without the Rack.
4. Replace the Cover. Always cook with the Cover in place.
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5. If the Roaster Oven has not been preheated, turn the temperature
control to its lowest setting. Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet.
Set the temperature control to the desired temperature. Fill the
Cookwell with food as desired.
6. Cook the food for the desired amount of time. When finished, turn
the temperature control to its lowest setting, unplug the cord from the
120 volt outlet and then disconnect from the Roaster Oven. Allow the
Roaster Oven to cool and clean as recommended below.
COOKWELL, COVER AND ACCUMULATED STEAM WILL BE
HOT. USE CAUTION AND HOT PADS TO LIFT COVER OR
REMOVE COOKWELL FROM HEATWELL.
Care And Cleaning
1. After the NESCO Roaster Oven has cooled, remove Cover, Rack
(if used) and Cookwell. Wash in warm sudsy water or place in the
dishwasher. CAUTION–do not put Cover in the dishwasher.
2. Cooked-on food may be removed by using a non-abrasive cleaning
pad and non-abrasive cleansers. Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel
wool as porcelain enamel or non-stick finish may scratch. Use a
plastic scrubbing pad to remove stains or cooked-on foods, and also
to clean the steel Rack.
HINT: To easily remove baked-on food residue, place Cookwell in
Heatwell; then fill Cookwell with hot water. Cover and heat at 350ºF
for 30 minutes. Turn off and allow to cool completely. Wash cookwell
as directed above.
3. NEVER IMMERSE THE ROASTER OVEN IN WATER. To clean, wipe
outside of Roaster Oven with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use
abrasive cleansers on exterior surface.
4. The revolutionary QuanTanium
™
surface is the first non-stick
reinforced with space age titanium. QuanTanium
™
provides
maximum resistance to wear and abrasion, and is safe to use with all
metal utensils. It will stay attractive, not stain and provide easy
cleaning and years of use. However, it will chip if subjected to sharp
blows or is mistreated. Water spots or mineral deposits (characterized
by a white film on surface) may be removed with household vinegar
or non-abrasive cleanser.
Helpful Hints
PREHEAT ROASTER OVEN FOR 20 MINUTES.
ROAST
• Roasting meat in your NESCO Roaster Oven keeps it moist and tender.
For additional browning, you can add 1 tbsp. browning sauce to oil and
brush over skin before roasting.
• A 3 lb. to 4 lb. roast with bone is the maximum size suggested for the
6 Quart Roaster Oven. Larger roasts, especially with a bone, may be difficult
to fit into the Cookwell. If meat and poultry are refrigerator cold, increase
cooking time about one-half hour. If frozen, allow an additional 15 to 20
minutes per 1 lb. cooking time.
• To sear meat: Preheat Roaster Oven at 425ºF. Add margarine. Cover, then
sear meat for 5 to 10 minutes per side until lightly browned. Stir ground
meat once. Time will vary depending on the quantity of meat.
COOK
• Food may be placed in a cold or preheated Roaster Oven. Follow recipe
directions for temperature settings.
• Cut-up meats and vegetables should be of uniform size pieces.
• Remember, little moisture escapes during slow cooking, so add additional
liquid sparingly.
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BAKE
• Use the Rack for baking.
• A 7 inch pie plate just fits into the Cookwell. For the first half of the
recommended baking time, wrap a foil band (2 in. x 27 in.) around the
edge of the crust to prevent over-browning.
• An 8.5 in. x 4.5 in. loaf pan will fit into the Cookwell. It’s an excellent size for
meatloaf and quick breads. Use caution when baking yeast bread loaves,
during baking it is likely they’ll rise close to the Cover and never brown.
• The Rack can be covered with foil and used as a “mini” baking sheet for
packaged biscuits or rolls.
• A 1.5 quart casserole dish will fit into the Cookwell. Place it on the
Rack for better heat circulation while it bakes. Cover only with the
Roaster Oven Cover.
• Many frozen foods, such as individual entrees (5 in. x 4 in. or slightly larger)
can be baked in the Roaster Oven simply by following package directions.
Place item on wire rack for best heat circulation while baking.
STEAM
• No fat is used when steaming, so it’s an easy way to cook tasty and
nutritious low-calorie foods.
SLOW COOKING
• When slow cooking, heat is very gradual. This allows a very slow simmer,
which is aided by keeping the Cover on and no stirring is necessary.
• To convert a standard recipe to slow cooking: for each 30 minutes
required in a standard recipe, slow cook about 1-1/2 hours at 200ºF
to 250ºF.
• When slow cooking meats and poultry, it is not necessary to use the Rack.
The low temperature prevents the meat from sticking to the bottom of the
Cookwell.
• Remember, little moisture escapes during slow cooking so add additional
liquid sparingly.
Baking Chart
Preheat 6 Quart Roaster Oven for 20 minutes. Set Rack in preheated
Cookwell.
Type of Food Temperature Bake Time
Setting In Minutes
Baking Potatoes 400°F 45 to 55
Sweet Potatoes 400°F 40 to 45
Winter Squash (Butternut,
Buttercup, Acorn halved or quartered)
400°F 30 to 40
Baked Apples in custard cup 350°F 30 to 35
Roasting Chart
Preheat 6 Quart Roaster Oven for 20 minutes. Suggested times are only a
guide. Use a meat thermometer for more accurate roasting. Set meat on
Rack in preheated Cookwell.
6 Qt. Roaster Oven
Questions? Contact:
1-800-288-4545
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BEEF
Meat Average Weight Temp Setting Approx. Minutes
in Pounds Preheat/Roast per Pound
Ground Beef 2.25 lb. to 3 lb. 425°F/425°F 10 to 12 well
Pot Roast, boneless 2.5 lb. to 3 lb. 350°F/325°F 15 to 18 medium
Round Steak 2.5 lb. to 3 lb. 375°F/325°F 20 to 25 medium
Sirloin Tip 3 lb. to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 20 to 25 medium
Standing Rump 3 lb. to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 20 to 25 rare-medium
Standing Rump 2.25 lb. to 3 lb. 425°F/400°F 12 to 15 rare-medium
LAMB
Leg, Sirloin, half 3 lb. to 4 lb. 375°F/350°F 25 to 30 well
Shoulder, rolled 3 lb. to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 25 to 30 medium-well
PORK
Chops, center cut 1 in. 2.25 lb. to 3 lb. 400°F/325°F 15 to 20 well
Loin Roast, center 3 lb. to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 25 to 30 well
Shoulder rolled 3 lb. to 4 lb. 375°F/350°F 25 to 30 well
Ribs, lean country 4 lb. to 5 lb. 250°F/250°F 20 to 25 well
(Precook ribs to tender; finish in 425°F Roaster Oven or on
outdoor grill.)
SMOKED PORK
Ham slice 1 lb. to 1.5 lb. 350°F/350°F 20 to 25 well
Ham, precooked,
boneless 3 lb. to 5 lb. 350°F/325°F 15 to 20 heated
VEAL
Shoulder, blade roast 2.25 lb. to 3 lb. 350°F/325°F 20 to 25 well
POULTRY
Meat Average Weight Temp Setting Approx. Minutes
in Pounds Preheat/Roast per Pound
Chicken Pieces 3.5 lb. to 4.5 lb. 400°F/375°F 15 to 20 well
Chicken Whole 3.5 lb. to 4.5 lb. 400°F/400°F 15 to 20 well
Turkey, boneless
breast 2.5 lb. to 3 lb. 375°F/325°F 25 to 30 well
*To obtain additional browning on poultry, mix 4 tbsp. melted
margarine with 1 tsp. browning sauce; brush evenly over skin before
roasting.
*For crisper skin, baste, then remove liquid during roasting.
Steam/Poach Chart
Place Rack in 6 Quart Roaster Oven, add hot water to the amount given
in chart, cover, preheat to 400°F. Steam all vegetables at 400°F.
Steaming will bring out the fresh flavor, color and texture of each
vegetable. Times may vary due to freshness, size differences, and
desired degree of doneness. The suggested times will give you
crisp-tender vegetables.
Vegetable Steam Time Water Amount
Artichoke Trimmed 20 to 25 minutes 1.5 cups
Asparagus Trimmed 8 to 12 minutes 1.5 cups
Green Beans Whole,
snapped 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Beets Whole 2 in. to 3 in. 20 to 25 minutes 2 cups
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Vegetable Steam Time Water Amount
Broccoli Stalks, trimmed 15 to 20 minutes 2 cups
Flowerettes, trimmed 10 to 12 minutes 1.5 cups
Cabbage Quarter
or Wedges 12 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Carrots Chunks, cleaned 12 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Cauliflower Whole,
cleaned 18 to 22 minutes 2 cups
Flowerettes, trimmed 10 to 12 minutes 1.5 cups
Corn on the Cob, husked 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Leeks, trimmed 5 to 10 minutes 2 cups
Potatoes Whole,
small red 20 to 25 minutes 2 cups
Sweet Potatoes,
6 oz. each 25 to 30 minutes 2 cups
Summer Squash,
Pattypan, Whole small
Zucchini 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Winter Squash, Acorn
or Butternut, Halved
or Quartered 20 to 25 minutes 2 cups
Steam Fish, Seafood and Meat Chart
To Steam: Place Rack in 6 Qt. Roaster Oven. Add hot water to the
amount given in the chart. Cover; preheat to 350°F for 20 minutes.
Steaming will retain the delicate texture and flavor of fish and seafood.
Serve hot directly from Roaster Oven. To serve cold: plunge in cold water
to stop cooking, chill before serving.
Type of Meat Steam Time Water Amount
Fish Fillets 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Fish Steaks 15 to 20 minutes 1.5 cups
Whole Fish 20 to 25 minutes 2 cups
Clams in Shell 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Crabs, Claws and Legs 20 to 25 minutes 1.5 cups
Lobster Tails 15 to 20 minutes 2 cups
Mussels in Shell 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Oysters in Shell 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Shrimp, Large in Shell 10 to 12 minutes 1.5 cups
Sea Scallops in Shallow
Dish 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Fresh Sausages, 2 oz. to 3 oz. ea. 15 to 20 minutes 1.5 cups
Fresh Hot Dogs, 1 oz. to 3 oz. ea. 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups
Poach Chart
To Poach: Place Rack in 6 Qt. Roaster Oven. Add hot water to the
amount given in the chart. Cover; preheat to 350°F for 20 minutes.
Poaching is a way of gently simmering foods. There is no fat added
during cooking.
Type of Food Steam Time Water Amount
Fish Steaks 15 to 20 minutes 2 cups
Whole Fish 15 to 20 minutes 3 cups
Chicken Breasts, Skinned 25 to 30 minutes 3 cups Chicken broth
Fresh Sausages, 2 oz. to 3 oz. 15 to 20 minutes 3 cups
Fresh Hot Dogs, 1 oz. to 3 oz. 10 to 15 minutes 2 cups
Fresh Pasta, 9 oz. to 12 oz. 15 to 18 minutes Water to cover, plus 1 cup
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