Nesco Electric Roaster Oven User Manual

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“NESCO®” and “Circle of Heat®”

are registered trademarks of The Metal Ware Corporation.

The Metal Ware Corporation 1700 Monroe St., P.O. Box 237 Two Rivers, WI 54241 Ph: (800) 288-4545

Visit our Website at http://www.nesco.com

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

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

- This product is designed for household use only -

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

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

2. Always plug appliance cord into wall outlet, then adjust temperature control

3. to the desired temperature. To disconnect, turn control to off, then remove plug from wall outlet.

To protect against electrical shock and personal injury, do not immerse this

4. appliance, including cord and plug, in water or other liquid.

Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near

5. children.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool

6. completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the

7. appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. To avoid hazard, return appliance to NESCO® Factory Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment.

The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer

8. may cause injuries.

Do not use outdoors.

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

10. Never pull on cord.

Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner or in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil

12. or hot liquids.

Do not use appliance for other than its intended use, as described in this

13. manual.

Do not use metal scouring pads on the exterior surface of the Roaster Oven.

14. Pieces can break off the pads and touch electrical parts creating a shock hazard.

Always place the Roaster Oven on a non-ammable, non-burnable, heat

15. resistant surface when cooking. Never place it on carpet, furniture, or other combustible materials. Operate oven in a well-ventilated area away from walls and other combustible materials.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Polarized Plug: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than

the other). To reduce risk of electric shock, plug is intended to t into polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not try to modify

the plug in any way. Short Cord Instructions: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce

the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

Roaster Guide

Introducing the NESCO® Roaster Oven.

Now you are ready to discover more ways to make meals that are both healthful and

delicious . . . and you are ready to experience rst-hand the convenience and versatility of

this compact portable electric cooking appliance. NESCO® Roaster Ovens have a long tradition in family home cooking, starting in the 1930’s.

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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 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. 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 rst 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.

Get To Know Your Roaster Oven

COVER: Heavy gauge high-prole aluminum Cover is designed to control heat and

moisture efciently. 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 or non-stick coated Rack is designed for

better baking and fat-free roasting.

COOKWELL: The porcelain enamel or non-stick Cookwell has a full

6 quart capacity. 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 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 USE 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 Roaster Oven

before using for the rst time

Unpack your NESCO® Roaster Oven completely and REMOVE ALL PACKAGING

1. 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. Plug the cord into a 120 volt AC outlet. Return control to maximum setting (425ºF). Operate the Roaster Oven empty (without the Cookwell or Cover) 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.

Wash the Cover, Cookwell and Rack in warm sudsy water, then rinse and dry. Refer to

2. 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 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 rst time, lightly coat the interior

of the Cookwell with vegetable oil.

To Operate Your Roaster Oven

Place the Cookwell into the Heatwell. Always use the Cookwell for food. NEVER

1. PLACE FOOD DIRECTLY IN THE HEATWELL.

Preheating is recommended. To preheat, place the Cookwell into the Heatwell and

2. cover. Set the control dial to its minimum setting. 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.

The Rack may be used for baking or fat-free roasting. Other foods, such as soups

3. and stews, are prepared without the Rack.

Replace the Cover. Always cook with the Cover in place.

4. If the Roaster Oven has not been preheated, turn the temperature control to its lowest

5. 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.

Cook the food for the desired amount of time. When nished, turn the temperature

6. control to its lowest setting, unplug the cord from the 120 volt outlet. 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.

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Care and Cleaning

After the NESCO® Roaster Oven has cooled, remove Cover, Rack (if used) and Cookwell. Wash in warm sudsy water or place Rack and Cookwell in the dishwasher. CAUTION–DO NOT PUT COVER IN THE DISHWASHER.

Cooked-on food may be removed by using a non-abrasive cleaning pad and nonabrasive cleansers. Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool as porcelain enamel

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or non-stick nish may scratch. Use a plastic scrubbing pad to remove stains or

cooked-on foods, and also to clean the Rack. HINT: To easily remove baked-on food

residue, place Cookwell in Heatwell; then ll Cookwell with hot water. Cover and

heat at 350ºF for 30 minutes. Turn off and allow to cool completely. Wash cookwell as directed above. NEVER IMMERSE THE ROASTER OVEN IN WATER. To clean, wipe outside of

3. Roaster Oven with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleansers on exterior surface.

PORCELAIN ENAMEL COOKWELL has a strong nish and provides easy

cleaning and years of use. It will stay attractive, even when used often. However, it will chip if subjected to sharp blows or is mistreated. Water spots or mineral deposits

(characterized by a white lm on surface) may be removed with household vinegar

or non-abrasive cleansers.

NON-STICK COOKWELL is made of durable carbon steel. In order to maintain the non-stick surface, the use of rubber, plastic or wooden utensils is recommended. Avoid cutting food in the cookwell. Use of a non-stick spray on the interior surface is optional. Avoid storing items in the Cookwell which may scratch the surface. When roasting or baking at high temperatures, you may notice an irregular band of discoloration around the sidewalls of the Cookwell. This discoloration is characteristic of the super tough, non-stick coating used on the interior of the

Cookwell and in no way affects the performance or durability of the nish. With

continued use, the discoloration will become less noticeable.

Helpful Hints

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PREHEAT ROASTER OVEN FOR 20 MINUTES.

ROAST:

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Roasting meat in your NESCO® Roaster Oven keeps it moist and tender.

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For additional browning, you can add 1 tsp. browning sauce to 1/4 Cup melted butter or margarine and brush over skin before roasting.

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A 3 lb. to 4 lb. roast with bone is the maximum size suggested for the Roaster Oven.

Larger roasts, especially with a bone, may be difcult to t into the Cookwell. If

meat and poultry are refrigerator cold, increase cooking time about 30 minutes. 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:

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Food may be placed in a cold or preheated Roaster Oven. Follow recipe directions for temperature settings.

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Cut-up meats and vegetables should be of uniform sizes. Remember, little moisture escapes during slow cooking, so add additional liquid

• sparingly.

BAKE:

Use the Rack for baking.

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A 7 inch pie plate just ts into the Cookwell. For the rst 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 t 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 t 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.

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Roasting Chart

Preheat Roaster Oven for 20 minutes. Suggested times are only a guide. Use a meat therrmometer for more accurate roasting.Set meat on Rack in preheated Cookwell

Type of Food

Avg. Weight

in pounds

Temp. Setting Preheat/Roast

Roast Time

in Minutes

BEEF

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Ground Beef 2.5 to 3 lb. 425°F/425°F 10 to 12 well Pot Roast, boneless 2.5 to 3 lb. 350°F/325°F 15 to 18 medium Round Steak 2.5 to 3 lb. 375°F/325°F 20 to 25 medium Sirloin Tip 3 to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 20 to 25 medium Standing Rump 3 to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 20 to 25 rare-med Standing Rump 2.25 to 3 lb. 425°F/400°F 12 to 15 rare-med

LAMB

Leg, Sirloin, half 3 to 4 lb. 375°F/350°F 25 to 30 well Shoulder, boneless 3 to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 25 to 30 med-well

PORK

Chops, center cut 2.25 to 3 lb. 400°F/325°F 15 to 20 well Loin Roast, center 3 to 4 lb. 350°F/325°F 25 to 30 well Shoulder rolled 3 to 4 lb. 375°F/350°F 25 to 30 well Ribs, lean country

(Precook ribs to tender;

nish in 425°F Roaster

Oven or on outdoor grill.) Ham slice 1 to 1.5 lb. 350°F/350°F 20 to 25 well

Ham, precooked 3 to 5 lb. 350°F/325°F 15 to 20 heated

4 to 5 lb. 250°F/250°F 20 to 25 well

VEAL

Veal Shoulder, roast 2.25 to 3 lb. 350°F/325°F 20 to 25 well

POULTRY

Chicken Pieces 3.5 to 4.5 lb. 400°F/375°F 15 to 20 well Chicken Whole 3.5 to 4.5 lb. 400°F/400°F 15 to 20 well Turkey, breast 2.5 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 Roaster Oven, add hot water to the amount given in chart, cover, preheat to 400°F. Steam all vegetables at 400°F.

To Steam: Place Rack in 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 avor of sh and seafood. Serve hot directly from Roaster Oven. To serve cold:

plunge in cold water to stop cooking, chill before serving. To Poach: Place Rack in 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

Artichoke, trimmed 20 to 25 minutes 1.5 cups Asparagus, trimmed 8 to 12 minutes 1.5 cups Green Beans, Whole 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups Beets Whole 2 in. to 3 in. 20 to 25 minutes 2 cups Broccoli, Flowerettes 10 to 12 minutes 1.5 cups Cabbage

(quartered or wedges)

Carrots Chunks, cleaned 12 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups Cauliower, Flowerettes 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, red 20 to 25 minutes 2 cups Sweet Potatoes 6 oz. ea. 25 to 30 minutes 2 cups Summer Squash:

Pattypan, Whole small Zucchini

Winter Squash: Acorn or Butternut (halved or quartered)

12 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups

10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups

20 to 25 minutes 2 cups

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Fish Fillets or Steaks 10 to 15 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 Shrimp, Large in Shell 10 to 12 minutes 1.5 cups Fresh Sausages, 2 to 3 oz. 15 to 20 minutes 1.5 cups Fresh Hot Dogs 10 to 15 minutes 1.5 cups Fresh Pasta, 9 oz. to 12 oz 15 to 18 minutes Water to cover, plus 1C

Baking Chart

Preheat Roaster Oven for 20 minutes. Set Rack in preheated Cookwell

Temperature

Type of Food

Baking Potatoes 400°F 45 to 55

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Butternut, Buttercup, Acorn (halved

Sweet Potatoes 400°F 40 to 45 Winter Squash:

or quartered)

Baked Apples in custard cup 350°F 30 to 35

Setting

400°F 30 to 40

Here are some popular recipes that will make cooking in

your Nesco Roaster Oven a real joy.

BAKE

Deep Dish Pizza:

1 Loaf Frozen bread dough, thawed 1/4 Cup Sliced Black olives 1 Can (4 Oz.) Pizza sauce 1/2 Cup (2 Oz.) Shredded Mozzarella or 16 Slices Pepperoni Provolone cheese 1 Can (4 Oz.) Sliced mushrooms

Remove Cookwell. Preheat covered Heatwell to 400˚F.

Lightly wipe Cookwell with cooking oil. Pat bread dough into bottom and 1-inch up sides of Cookwell. Spread on pizza sauce; top with pepperoni, mushrooms and olives. Sprinkle on cheese.

Place Cookwell in preheated Heatwell. Cover; bake 15 to 20 minutes or until done. Lift edges with spatula and slide onto serving plate. Cut with pizza cutter.

Serves 2. For thinner crust divide bread dough in half to make 2 pizzas.

Baked Fish Steaks:

2 Fish steaks (approximately 8 Oz. each)* 1 Tsp. Chopped chives 1/2 Tsp. Tarragon 2 Tbsp. Margarine

1 Tsp. Chopped parsley *Halibut, tuna, salmon, swordsh.

Set Rack in Cookwell. Preheat Roaster Oven to 350˚F.

Lightly wipe Cookwell with cooking oil. Place steaks on Rack in preheated Cookwell. Arrange half the margarine, parsley, chives and tarragon on each steak.

Cover; bake 15 to 20 minutes or until sh becomes white and akes. Serve hot with salsa sauce.

Serves 2 to 4.

Bake Time in Minutes

Layered Enchilada:

1/2 Lb. Ground turkey or beef, crumbled 1 Medium Onion, chopped 4 Corn Tortillas 1 Tbsp. Diced green chilies 3/4 Cup Tomato juice, divided 1 Tbsp. Chili powder 1 Can (16 Oz.) Red kidney or pinto beans 1 Cup Cooked brown rice, divided 1 Can (8 Oz.) Tomato sauce 1/2 Cup (2 Oz.) Cheddar cheese, shredded

Preheat Roaster Oven to 350˚F.

Lightly wipe Cookwell with cooking oil. Add meat, onions, chilies, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cover; cook 5 to 10 minutes or until browned. Remove from Cookwell into small bowl; set aside.

Remove Cookwell onto heatproof surface; cool. Combine 1/3 Cup rice and 1/4 Cup tomato juice in Cookwell. Layer by placing 2 tortillas, 1/3 Cup rice, half the meat mixture, then half the remaining ingredients; repeat for second layer topping with cheese

Place Cookwell in preheated Heatwell. Cover; bake 20-30 minutes. Serves 4.

Spaghetti Pie:

1 Lb. Lean ground beef, crumbled 2 Eggs 1 Small Onion, chopped 1/3 Cup Grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp. Chili powder 2 Tbsp. Margarine 1 tsp. Italian herb seasoning 2 Cups (8 Oz.) Shredded Mozzarella cheese, divided 1 Pkg. (7 Oz.) Spaghetti noodles, cooked 1 Jar (24 Oz.) Spaghetti sauce

Preheat Roaster Oven to 425˚F.

Lightly spray Cookwell with spray cooking oil. Add meat, onion, chili powder and seasoning. Cover; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until browned. Remove from Cookwell into bowl; set aside.

Combine spaghetti, eggs and Parmesan cheese. Place margarine in Cookwell. Cover; cook until melted. Spread evenly over bottom of Cookwell. Spoon spaghetti mixture into Cookwell and pat with back of spoon over bottom and up 1-inch on sides of Cookwell. Sprinkle half the Mozzarella cheese over spaghetti crust. Combine meat and spaghetti sauce; pour over spaghetti crust. Sprinkle on remaining cheese.

Cover; bake 25 to 30 minutes or until center is set. Serves 4.

Turkey Mornay:

2 Pkgs. (10 Oz. ea.) Frozen broccoli spears, thawed 1 Cup Chicken broth 1/2 to 3/4 Cup Milk 6 Slices Turkey breast meat (approximately 1 Lb.) 1 tsp. Grated Lemon peel 1/4 Lb. Sliced Prosciutto ham 1/4 Cup Margarine

1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 Cup All purpose our

1 tsp. Chopped parsley Salt and white pepper, to taste

Set Rack in Roaster Oven. Add 1 Cup water. Cover; preheat to 350˚F. for 20 minutes.

Place broccoli spears on Rack. Cover; steam 8 to 10 minutes or until tender. Remove broccoli and Rack. Discard water from Cookwell, wipe clean.

Meanwhile, melt margarine in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in our to form a roux.

Gradually stir in broth and milk to desired thickness. Add lemon peel, salt and pepper; stir. Remove from heat.

Lightly wipe Cookwell with cooking oil. Arrange broccoli in Cookwell; layer turkey, then ham.

Pour sauce over meat. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and parsley over the top. Set Cookwell in hot Heatwell. Cover; bake 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly hot.

Serves 4 to 6.

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