Nesco PC6-13 Instruction Manual

6L Digital Pressure Cooker (Model PC6-13)
Instruction Manual
6L Autocuiseur Numérique (Modèle PC6-13)
Manuel d’utilisateur
6L Olla de Presión Digital
(Modelo PC6-13)
Manual de Instrucción
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards ................................................................................1-3
Parts ............................................................................................................4
Functions .....................................................................................................5
Operation ..................................................................................................6-8
Care and Cleaning .........................................................................................9
Tips and Hints, Troubleshooting ...................................................................10
Recipes ................................................................................................. 11-14
One Year Limited Warranty .......................................................................... 15
Table des Matières
Mesures de Précaution Importantes ....................................................... 16-18
Pièces ........................................................................................................19
Functions ...................................................................................................20
Fonctionnement ..................................................................................... 21-24
Entretien et de Nettoyage ............................................................................ 25
Consiels et Astuces, Dépannage .............................................................. 26-27
Garantie Limitée d’un an ..............................................................................28
Tabla de Contenido
Salvaguardas Importantes ...................................................................... 29-31
Partes ........................................................................................................32
Funcciones .................................................................................................33
Funcionmiento ....................................................................................... 34-37
Cuidado y Limpieza ..................................................................................... 38
Consejos Prácticos, Problemos ..................................................................... 39
Garantía limitada de un Año .........................................................................40
Technical Specications
Specication / Caractéristiques / Especicaciones: 1000 W., 120 VAC, 60Hz
For accessories and additional products, go to
www.nesco.com
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Caution Marks and Symbols
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is placed in the manual to
alert you to the potential for bodily injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING SIGNAL WORDS:
Signal words are used to identify safety information within the text of this manual.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not voided, will result in death or serious personal injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious personal injury or product damage.
CAUTION
Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice, which if not avoided may result in minor personal injury or product damage.
NOTICE
This display is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
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- This product is designed for household use only -
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock and personal injury, do not immerse this
appliance, including cord and plug, in water or other liquid.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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. To avoid hazards, return appliance to NESCO
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Factory Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may
result in re, electric shock or injury to persons.
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 electrical burner or in a heated oven.
12. Intended for counter top use only,
do not use for other than its intended use
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13. Operate appliance only when all parts are fully engaged and secured.
14. It is recommended that appliance not be moved when it contains hot oil or other
hot liquid. If it must be moved, use extreme caution.
15. Use extreme caution when releasing pressure or while removing the lid. Serious burns can result from escaping steam.
16. While the unit is in operation, never attempt to remove the lid or bypass safety features.
17. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, cook only in the removable cooking pot.
18. Do not ll the cooking pot more than 50% full with food or 60% full with liquid.
When cooking foods that expand during cooking do not ll the unit over 50% full.
19. Foods such as applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, oatmeal or other cereals, split peas, noodles and pasta, or rhubarb should not be cooked under pressure in the pressure cooker. These foods tend to foam, froth and sputter, and may block
the oating valve.
20. Caution should be used when moving appliances containing hot food or liquid.
21. WARNING: Never deep fry or pressure fry in the pressure cooker. It is dangerous
and may cause a re, serious damage or injury.
22. WARNING: Spilled foods can cause serious burns. Keep appliance and cord away from children. Never drape cord over edge of counter top, never use outlet below counter top and never use with an extension cord.
23. Do not cover the appliance or have it near ammable material including curtains, draperies or walls while in use.
24. Never cover the regulator knob while in use. Severe injury or damage may result.
25. When cooking food under pressure, a minimum 2 cups (0,5 L) of liquid must be used.
26. Do not lift the appliance by the cover handle, always use side handles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Grounded 3 prong plug: This appliance has a 3-prong (grounding) plug for use in a 3-prong (grounding) outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock. This
applance should only be used with a 120V, 60 Hz grounded outlet. Failure to follow these instructions could result in re, electrical shock, serious injury or death.
If the plug does not fully t into the outlet, contact a qualied electrician to inspect
and repair the problem. Do NOT attempt to modify the plug in any way. Do NOT use
an adapter. Failure to follow these instructions could result in re, electrical shock,
serious injury or death.
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.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Read and follow all instructions and save for reference. Remove all packaging and labels.
2. Clean all parts following instructions in the ‘Care and Cleaning’ section.
3. Wipe the base with a damp cloth and dry completely. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads to clean parts of this appliance.
4. TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE OR CORD IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
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Parts
1 Pressure Regulator Knob 7 Power Cord 2 Locking Lid 8 Cooking Rack 3 Control Panel 9 Serving Spoon and Measuring Cup 4 Condenstion Cup (not shown) 10 Sealing Gasket 5 Base 11 Regulator Filter
6 Cooking Pot 12 Floating Valve
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FUNCTIONS
1. Pressure Regulator Knob - Align marks on knob. Position to “PRESSURE” for pressurized cooking and position to “STEAM” to release pressure or cooking without pressure.
2. Locking Lid - A mechanical safety feature that locks the lid until pressure in the cooker is reduced to safe levels.
3. Control Panel - Buttons that control the functions of the unit.
KEEP WARM - Reheats food or keeps food warm for serving.
• STEAM - Quickly boils water to steam foods like vegetables or rice.
SLOW COOK - Cooks recipes slowly (12 hour timer) and at a low heat (180°F)
to retain the natural avors and tenderness.
SAUTÉ/BROWN - To brown/sauté meat before pressure cooking for better results.
• TIME DELAY - Allows you to delay the cooking process by up to 8 hours.
• RICE - One touch setting for cooking rice.
LOW PRESSURE - Controls cooking pressure at 5 pounds above atmospheric pressure.
HIGH PRESSURE - Controls cooking pressure at 10 pounds above atmospheric pressure.
START /STOP - Controls power to the control board.
4. Condensation Cup - Collects excess condensation during cooking process. Pull down to remove and push up to lock.
5. Base - Do not immerse in water! Contains the electronic controls and heater.
6. Cooking Pot - Features 6 liters capacity, removable with non-stick coating for easy cleanup and durable aluminum alloy for even heating.
7. Power Cord - Removable for easy storage. Be sure plug is attached to the base securely.
8. Cooking Rack - Use when cooking multiple food items or steaming.
9. Serving Spoon / Measuring Cup - Use to stir or serve. Protects the surface of
the cooking pot. 6 oz. cup to measure ingredients or to remove excess liquid.
10. Sealing Gasket - Creates air tight seal necessary for pressure cooking and is removable for easy cleaning.
11. Regulator Filter - Protects regulator valve from larger pieces of food that could cause blocking. Check that it is clean and in place.
12. Floating Valve - Safety valve engages when pressure is built in the cooker and
will not allow lid to be removed.
FUNCTION TIME SETTINGS
FUNCTION SETTING DEFAULT TIME TOTAL TIME HIGH AND LOW PRESSURE 1 MINUTE 1 MIN. TO 2 HRS RICE 10 MINS. 5 TO 30 MINS. TIME DELAY 30 MINS. 8 HRS.
SAUTÉ/BROWN
N 30 MINS. 1 TO 30 MINS. SLOW COOK 4 HRS. 30 MINS. TO 12 HRS. STEAM 15 MINS. 1 MIN. TO 2 HRS. KEEP WARM NONE NONE
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OPERATION
1. Place the appliance on a at, heat resistant and stable surface.
2. Before using your appliance, always check the lid to be sure the sealing gasket
and regulator lter are clean and positioned correctly. (see Care and Cleaning
section). Ensure gasket is not damaged or broken. If damaged, do not use the pressure cooker and contact customer service 1-800-288-4545 for replacement.
3. To open the lid, grasp handle and turn until it stops, then lift to remove.
4. Place desired foods into cooking pot. NOTE: The total volume of food and liquid must not exceed 60% of the
capacity of the cooking pot. For foods such as dried vegetables and beans, or rice
and grains, the total volume must not exceed 50% capacity. Overlling may clog
the pressure limit valve, which can cause excess pressure to develop. Always use
at least 2 cups liquid when pressure cooking.
5. Check inside the cooker base where the heating plate and sensor are located to
be sure this area is clean and dry before inserting cooking pot.
6. Replace lid and turn until it locks into position.
7. Insert plug into 120 volt electrical outlet.
8. Set desired cooking function and time setting, then press START to begin.
NOTE: Cooker will begin countdown when the desired pressure is reached. Cooker will automatically switch to KEEP WARM function after cooking times out, except when using BROWN/SAUTE function which will automatically turn off.
FUNCTIONS
PRESSURE COOKING SETTING:
Before using, check to be sure that the sealing gasket and the pressure regulator knob are clean and positioned properly (see Care and Cleaning section).
1. Plug the cord into an electrical wall outlet.
2. Position the cooking pot into the cooker base.
3. Place food in the cooking pot according to the recipe. NOTE: When cooking most
foods under pressure, unless stated otherwise add (16 oz.) of liquid to pot.
4. Place the lid on the cooker base and turn until it locks into place. (The locking pin
will click into place.)
5. Set regulator knob to PRESSURE.
6. Choose the desired cooking mode by pressing either the HIGH or LOW pressure
button on the control panel. The light on the button will ash and the digital display will show 0:01 (This equals 1 minute cooking time.)
7. Set the desired time by pressing the button once for each additional minute or by
continuously holding the button down. The longest cooking time is 2 hours.
8. Press the START button to begin cooking. The indicator light will stop ashing.
9. The unit will begin to count down in minutes, after the pressure has been
reached. (The oating valve will rise when pressure is building up.) This ensures
the lid is locked and cannot be removed.
10. When nished cooking, allow pressure to release by using the ‘natural method’ or
‘quick release method’.
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Natural Method: CAUTION
KEEP HANDS AND FACE AWAY FROM ESCAPING
STEAM AS IT IS HOT AND CAN CAUSE INJURY.
After cooking, press the ‘STOP’ button and unplug cord. Let appliance stand and allow pressure to drop naturally which takes from 10 to 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, using oven mitts or tongs, set the pressure regulator knob to ‘STEAM’ and allow pressure to be released.
Quick Release Method:
CAUTION
KEEP HANDS AND FACE AWAY FROM
ESCAPING STEAM AS IT IS HOT AND CAN CAUSE INJURY.
After cooking, press the ‘STOP’ button and unplug cord. Using oven mitts or tongs, move the pressure regulator knob to ‘STEAM’ and allow the pressure to be released.
WARNING:
• Do not touch the pressure regulator knob while in use to avoid burn injury from
steam.
Keep hands and face away at all times. Use oven mitts when removing the
cooking pot or making adjustments to the regulator knob.
• Lid cannot be removed under pressure. Remove pressure by the NATURAL or
QUICK RELEASE methods. Remove the lid by turning to unlock and lifting it
away from you to avoid being burned by the steam.
NOTE:
• When full pressure is reached, cooking will begin and the timer will start to
count down. The raised oat indicates you are cooking under pressure. The lid
is double-locked and cannot be opened while under pressure.
KEEP WARM SETTING:
This function can be used to keep recently cooked foods warm or to reheat.
1. Turn the pressure regulator knob to STEAM.
2. Press the KEEP WARM button.
Press the START button to begin the program.
3. The cooker will automatically switch to the KEEP WARM function after cooking
when using any program setting, except
SAUTÉ/
BROWN.
SAUTÉ/
BROWN SETTING:
This program allows you to sauté/brown your food before cooking it under pressure. Brown meat or poultry for the best avor and texture, unless otherwise indicated in
the recipe. For best results, food should be patted dry with a paper towel before browning and make sure the oil is hot before adding your meat or poultry.
1. Position the cook pot into the pressure cooker base.
2. Add small amount of oil as per recipe to the cooking pot. Do not use the lid.
3. Press the SAUTÉ/BROWN button. The light on the button will ash and the
display will read “0:30”.
4. Press the START button to begin heating.
5. After about one minute of preheating, add food and begin cooking.
6. NOTE: Do not leave pressure cooker unattended while cooking foods.
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STEAM SETTING:
This program quickly brings liquid to a boil for steaming food or cooking rice.
1. Position the cook pot into the pressure cooker base.
2. Place the rack in the bottom of the removable cooking pot.
3. Add at least 16 oz. of water so that the bottom of the rack is above the liquid.
4. Add the food. Do not ll the pot more than two-thirds full. Note: If steaming rice,
put the rice in a smaller bowl and place on the rack. See “OPERATION” section.
5. Place lid onto the pressure cooker and turn to lock. Set the pressure regulator
knob to STEAM.
6. Press the STEAM button. The light on the button will ash and the digital display
will read ”0:15”.
7. Set the desired time by pressing the button once for each additional minute or
press and hold for rapid increase. The longest steaming time is 2 hours.
8. Press the START button to begin cooking.
CAUTION:
• The lid can be opened while cooking to check the food during the STEAM
cooking mode. Use caution and never place face over the pressure cooker when removing the lid. Tilt lid away when lifting. Steam escapes as soon as the lid is opened and can cause serious burns.
RICE SETTING:
1. Place ingredients into the cook pot. Do not ll cook pot more than 50% full.
When cooking rice, the maximum amount of rice is 1-1/2 cups uncooked white rice plus 3 cups liquid.
2. Place lid on pressure cooker and turn it to lock. Then press RICE button. Default
time is 10 minutes, press button to adjust time.
3. When time is nished, allow the pressure to release by the “Natural” method,
which means to let it sit for about 15 minutes or until the oating valve releases
and the lid can be opened and removed.
SLOW COOK SETTING:
1. Place the cooking pot into the pressure cooker.
2. Place the food to be slow cooked in the cooking pot.
3. Place lid onto the pressure cooker and turn it to lock. Set the pressure regulator
knob to STEAM.
4. Press the SLOW COOK button. The light on the button will ash and the digital
display will read “4:00” (This equals 4 hours of cooking time).
5. Set the desired time by pressing the button once for each additional half hour or
by continuously holding the button down. The longest cooking time is 12 hours
with a temperature of 180°F.
6. Press the START button to begin cooking. The indicator light will stop ashing.
7. The unit will begin to count down in one minute increments, when the cooking
pot temperature reaches about 180°F.
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TIME DELAY SETTING:
This function allows you to begin cooking food up to 8 hours later in half hour increments. You can use the delayed time setting with slow cook, steam, high and
low pressure. CAUTION: Perishable foods such as meat and poultry products, sh,
cheese and dairy products cannot be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
(No longer than 1 hour when the room temperature is above 90°F).
1. Select the desired cooking mode and time.
2. Press the DELAY TIME button for the delayed time setting. Press button to adjust
the time to delay. Default time :30 minutes, maximum time 8 hours.
3. Press the START button. Cooking will begin after delayed time has elapsed.
CARE AND CLEANING
Do not wash any parts of the pressure cooker in the dishwasher. Always
clean the pressure cooker after every use or if it has not been used for an extended period of time.
1. Press STOP button and remove power cord from electrical outlet. Let cool before cleaning.
2. Lid - Remove and wash in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry.
3. Gasket - Removed for cleaning and inspection (see instructions below).
How to remove and assemble sealing gasket.
1. Always check gasket for cracks or damage when cleaning.
2. Turn lid upside down and grasp gasket with thumb and index nger and pull gently to remove from metal ring. Continue until gasket is fully removed from metal ring.
3. Clean and inspect gasket for any cracks, scratches or is broken.
4. Install gasket by starting in one section and feed the gasket edge around the metal ring located to the underside of the lid. Repeat this until the gasket is fully wrapped around the metal ring with edges being even.
WARNING: Do not use gasket if damaged. Contact our customer support
representative. www.NESCO.com or toll free 1-800-288-4545
3. Cooking Pot - Wash the cooking pot with warm soapy water and dry. Do not put into dishwasher as detergents may ruin the nonstick surface.
4. Base - Wipe the outer housing of base with a clean damp cloth. Do not
immerse base in water or any other liquid!
5. Condensation Cup - Remove the condensation cup by pulling down away from base. Clean with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry. Replace by pushing up until it locks.
6. Power Cord - Wipe clean and inspect cord and plug for damage. Do not use if damaged and contact us for replacement. NOTE: Store the pressure cooker with the lid resting upside down on cooking pot. This allows the gasket to keep shape and
keep stale odors from forming.
LIFT TO
REMOVE
PRESS TO INSERT
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Cleaning the Pressure Regulator Knob and Floating Valve: Check that the regulator knob and oating valve are in good working order before
each use. Regulator knob will turn freely and the oating valve will slide easy with a push of your nger. Be sure the small seal is in place around the oating valve. Wash oating valve by following these directions.
1. After the unit has cooled, remove the lid.
2. Lift up the regulator knob to remove. Wipe knob with a cloth, rinse and dry.
3. Turn the lid over and use a brush to clean around the valve and lter. Make sure
the small rubber gasket is in-tact on bottom of oating valve. Do not cover small
holes with gasket.
4. Replace the regulator knob by aligning the knob in the hole and push to lock.
HINTS AND TIPS
• To ensure the best cooking performance when cooking under pressure, always
use at least 16 oz. of water or liquid in your recipes to enable enough steam to
be created to produce pressure.
• When using HIGH or LOW pressure settings the timer will not begin counting down until full pressure is reached. It takes about 10 mins. to reach pressure.
Pressure cooking is quicker than oven cooking, if you are unsure of the cooking
time, it is better to under cook and use the quick release method to check for doneness. If not ready, continue cooking until nished.
Perishable foods, such as meat, poultry and sh cannot be left out at room temperature for no more than 2 hours. Therefore, when cooking perishable foods
do not set delay timer for longer than 2 hours (1 hr. if above 90°F/32C).
• Tougher, less expensive cuts of meat are better suited for the pressure cooker
because cooking under pressure breaks down the bers for tender results.
• Fresh fruit should be cooked on low pressure.
• Add a tablespoon of oil to the water when cooking beans to reduce foaming.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the oating valve has not risen, but the timer is counting down,
perform the following steps:
1. Stop the pressure cooker by pressing the STOP button.
2. Turn the pressure regulator knob to STEAM, using oven mitts or tongs, release
in short bursts, until the pressure is fully released. Also referred to as the “quick
release method”.
3. Remove the lid and add liquid to have approximately 16 oz. of liquid in cooking
pot. Stir food to disperse liquid. Replace the lid and lock into position.
4. Press desired cooking function button and set desired cooking time.
5. Press the START button to resume cooking.
If steam is leaking from under the cover, follow these steps:
1. Stop the pressure cooker by pressing the STOP button.
2. Turn the pressure regulator knob to STEAM, using short bursts, until the
pressure is fully released, also known as the quick release method.
3. Remove the cover and gasket. Check for tears or cracks. Do not use cooker if any parts are damaged.
4. Check to be sure the gasket is positioned properly.
5. Check the contents of the cooking pot do not exceed 60% full.
6. If the cover still will not seal, call customer service at 1-800-288-4545.
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Recipes
BBQ RIBS
1 Rack of Ribs, cut into pieces
1 (28 oz.) bottle of Barbeque sauce
2 C. Ginger ale
Pour ginger ale in cooking pot. Add: Cut rack of rib and your favorite rub or just salt
and pepper. Set regulator knob to PRESSURE. Place lid on cooker and lock it. Set regulator knob to PRESSURE. Press the HIGH pressure button for 45 minutes. Press
start, the oating valve will rise when cooking pressure is reached and timer will begin to countdown When nished, press STOP button and use the quick release
method to release the pressure by turning the regulator knob to STEAM in short
bursts. Pour out the ginger ale. Add the barbeque sauce and serve.
BEEF POT ROAST
3 lb. Beef pot roast 2 Tbsp Vegetable oil
1 medium Onion, chopped 3 C Beef broth 1 C Water Salt and Pepper to taste 1 Bay leaf
Heat oil in cooker, using the BROWN setting to brown roast on both sides. Place meat on wire rack and add remaining ingredients. Cover and lock lid in place. Set regulator knob on SEAL. Program for HIGH pressure and cook for 45 minutes. Release pressure by using the natural release method. Cooker will beep and switch automatically to the warm setting when cooking time is completed.
BUFFALO CHICKEN SLIDERS
2 lbs. boneless chicken breasts 3 C. hot or mild wing sauce 1 C. Water 3 pkgs. dinner rolls 1 (18 oz.) bottle Blue Cheese dressing Celery and Carrot sticks
Put chicken in cooking pot with 2 cups Hot sauce and water. Place lid on cooker and lock it and set regulator knob to PRESSURE. Press the HIGH pressure button for 15
minutes. When nished, press STOP button and use the quick release method to
release the pressure by turning the regulator knob to STEAM in short bursts. Drain excess juice and toss with remaining hot sauce.
To serve, shred chicken to each roll and top with dressing. Add side of celery and carrot sticks.
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Recipes
CHICKEN STOCK
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 2 lbs. chicken thighs
1/2 celery stalk, chunked (set aside leaves) 1 lb. carrots, cut 1”to 3” lengths 1 lbs. onions, quartered 1/2 bundle Parsley, 1/2 tsp. black peppercorn 1/2 Bay leaf 1 Tbsp. chicken avored soup base 10 C. water or 2/3 full
Add oil, chicken thighs and celery leaves into the cooking pot. Select BROWN button and press the START button, brown until meat is lightly golden brown. Add the rest of the ingredients. Place lid on cooker and lock it and set regulator knob to PRESSURE. Press the HIGH pressure button for 30 minutes. Use the natural release method to release the pressure. Strain the stock using a seive or cheesecloth.
CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE
Crust:
1 C. Chocolate wafer cookie crumbs 2 Tbsp butter, melted Mix crumbs and butter together. Press into bottom of 7” spring form pan and set aside.
Filling:
2 C. water 2 eggs, large
2 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 2/3 C. packed brown sugar 3/4 C. chocolate wafer cookie crumbs
Topping: 1 C. heavy whipping cream 3/4 C. maple sryup 1/2 C. chopped pecans, toasted
(Variation: Add 1 tsp. instant coffee to melted chocolate chips for a mocha
cheesecake.) Blend cream cheese in bowl with mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar. Mix
thoroughly. Adding one egg at a time, mix until cheese is smooth.
Fold in melted chocolate until thoroughly blended. Add remaining 3/4 cup of cookie
crumbs into mixture. Pour into spring form pan over crust. Add water and rack to cook pot. Tear off a 6” piece of aluminum foil and fold in half,
lengthwise. This helps to remove pan after cooking cycle is complete. Place spring form pan on foil and lower onto cooking rack. Cover and lock lid in place.
Turn regulator knob to SEAL. Program for high pressure and cook for 20 minutes.
Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid.
Remove cheesecake from cooker by lifting up the ends of foil swing. Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating. For best results, refrigerate overnight.
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