Stainless Steel
Slow Cooker
Model: PSO350s
User Guide &
Recipes
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD S
• Please read all of the instructions before using your Slow
Cooker
• Do not leave the unit plugged in when not in use
• Always remove the plug from the mains socket when
cleaning
• Close supervision is necessary when using this or any
other appliance in the presence of children
• Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with hot
surfaces
• Never allow the power cord to hang over the counter top
• Do not use the Slow Cooker if the power cord or main unit
becomes damaged. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Contact Prima service dept.
• This appliance gets hot during use.
• Only use the handles when the unit is hot - preferably
using oven mitts.
• Allow the unit to cool before cleaning.
PRECAUTIONS/TIPS WHEN USING THE CROCK POT
Like any ceramic, the stoneware cooking pot cannot
withstand severe and sudden changes in temperature. Adding
cold water to a very hot ceramic crock could cause it to break.
• Don't preheat the crock before adding food
• Don't put the crock in the freezer
• Don't put the crock in the oven - it is designed to be used
with the Slow Cooker base only.
• You can use the crock in a microwave - if it will fit but
NEVER put the glass lid in a microwave - it has metal parts
• Don't put the crock on a gas burner or electric hob
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS APPLIANCE USES A TYPE 'Z'
CORD ATTACHMENT AND IS NOT REPLACEABLE. IF THE
POWER CORD BECOMES DAMAGED THE UNIT CANNOT BE
REPAIRED.
Please read and retain these
instructions for future reference
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USING YOUR SLOW COOKER
Before using your Slow Cooker for the first time it is good practice
to wash the ceramic crock first. Simply wash with warm soapy
water, rinse and dry. Your Slow Cooker is now ready for it's first
use.
General
1. Place the base on a dry, level, heat resistant surface, away
from the counter edge.
2. Place ingredients into the ceramic crock, cover and put the
crock into the base. If you need to pre-cook or brown foods prior
to slow cooking, this must be done by some other method. Do
not try to brown or pre-cook food in the slow cooker.
3. With the selector switch set to the OFF position, plug the unit
into the mains socket.
4. Set the heat control to LO, HI, or AUTO and cook for the
recommended time given in the recipe.
Cooking Guidelines
Most meat and vegetable combinations will need 8-10 hours of
cooking at the LO setting, 4-6 hours at HI and 5-7 hours at AUTO.
When set to AUTO cooking will start at the HI level then
automatically switch to LO after several hours.
Avoid removing the cover during cooking as this will increase
cooking time due to temperature loss. Remove the cover only
when necessary e.g. stirring or adding ingredients.
Only use plastic or wooden utensils for stirring etc. Metal utensils
may damage the glaze on the ceramic crock.
Use oven mitts when handling the cover as it will become very hot
during cooking.
After food is cooked, reduce heat to LO or leave at LO for serving
or turn control to OFF position. Unplug the cord from the mains
after use and allow the unit to cool before cleaning.
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Slow Cooking tips!
• Less tender, less expensive cuts of meat are better suited to
slow cooking than expensive cuts. Remove excess fat from
meat when possible before slow cooking. It is usually better to
remove skin from poultry. If you prefer to brown meat or poultry
first then this should be done under a conventional grill or in a
conventional oven but do not brown the meat whilst it is in the
crock pot.
• Raw vegetables typically take longer to cook than meats as the
liquid simmers rather than boils. To ensure complete doneness
of vegetables, cut into uniform, 1/2 inch cubes before adding to
cooking pot.
• If desired, ingredients for recipe can be combined in the cooking
pot and kept refrigerated (but not frozen) for up to 2 days before
cooking. When ready to cook simply place the crock into
cooking base and set heat control for desired setting.
• Insert a meat thermometer into roasts, hams or whole chickens
to ensure they are cooked to the desired or recommended
degree of doneness.
• Fresh or thawed fish and seafood fall apart during long hours of
cooking. To avoid this, add these ingredients about an hour
before serving.
• Because milk, soured cream and natural cheese break down
during long hours of cooking, add these ingredients just before
serving or substitute with undiluted condensed creamed canned
soups or evaporated milk. Processed cheese tends to give
better results than naturally aged cheese.
• Rice and pasta may either be cooked separately or added,
uncooked, during the last hour of cooking time. If added
uncooked, make sure that there are at least 2 cups (half litre) of
liquid in the cooking pot. Stir occasionally to prevent pieces
from sticking together.
• An extra hour of cooking won't ruin your recipe so don't worry if
you get home a little later. Your meal will not be spoiled.
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Recipes
• Many of your favourite recipes can be adapted to the slow
cooker. Use the following table as a rough guide.
If recipe says
to cook:
30 minutes 6-8 hours 3-4 hours 5-7 hours
35-60 minutes 8-10 hours 5-6 hours 6-8 hours
1 - 3 hours 10-12 hours 7-8 hours 8-10 hours
MINESTRONE SOUP
3 Cups Water 2 10½-ounce cans chicken broth 1 Medium onions, chopped 4 Carrots, diced 1 Medium Zucchini, halved and cut in ¼-inch slices 2 Cups chopped cabbage 1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, undrained 2 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes, undrained, cut-up 6 Slices bacon, cut into ½-inch pieces, optional 2 Cloves garlic, minced 1½ Teaspoons Italian seasoning 1 Teaspoon salt ½ Teaspoon pepper 1 Cup small elbow macaroni or other pasta, uncooked
Cook at: LO for 8 to 10 hours
HI for 6 to 7 hours
AUTO for 5 to 6 hours
1. Combine all ingredients, except macaroni, in stoneware
cooking pot; stir to blend. Place cooking pot into heating
base, cover and cook at desired heat setting for time given or
until vegetables are tender.
2. Increase heat to HI setting and add macaroni; stir to blend.
Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Serves 8 to 10. Set at LO for
serving.
Cook on LO Cook on HI Cook on AUTO
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CHILLI
2½-3 Pounds lean ground beef or turkey
1½ Cups chopped onio n
1½ Cups chopped green pepper
2 Cloves garlic, minced
2 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes, undrained, cut-up
2 15-ounce cans kidn ey beans, undrained
2½ Tablespoons chilli powder
1½ Teaspoons ground cumin
1½ Teaspoons salt
¾ Teaspoon pepper
Cook at: LO for 8 to 10 hours
HI for 4 to 5 hours
AUTO for 6 to 7 hours
1. Brown ground beef or turkey with onion, green pepper and
garlic in skillet over medium heat of range unit. Remove
excess grease. Transfer mixture into stoneware cooking pot.
Add remaining ingredients; stir to blend.
2. Place cooking pot into heating base, cover and cook at
desired heat setting for time given. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO
for serving.
BOSTON BAKED BEANS
3 Cups dried navy beans
9 Cups water
1 Teaspoon salt
1 Large onion, chopped
½ Pound salt pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
½ Cup molasses
¾ Cup catsup
¾ Cup brown sugar
1 Tablespoon dry mustard
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Cook at: LO for 15 to 18 hours
1. Rinse and sort beans. Place beans, water, salt, onion and
salt port in stone-ware cooking pot. Place pot into heating
base, cover and cook at LO for 13 to 15 hours or overnight
until beans are tender.
2. Drain beans, reserving 2 cups liquid. Return beans to cooking
pot. In bowl combine reserved bean liquid with remaining
ingredients. Pour over beans and stir to blend. Cover and
cook at LO for 2 to 3 hours to blend flavours. Makes about 3
quarts or 12 to 16 servings.
TO HEAT AND SERVE CANNED BAKED BEANS
Canned baked beans may be heated in your slow cooker. Simply
add desired amount of beans to stoneware cooking pot and add
any additional ingredients as desired, stirring to blend. Place
cooking pot into heating base, cover and heat at LO for 5 to 6
hours, at HI for 2 to 3 hours or at AUTO for 3 to 4 hours, stirring
occasionally. Set control to LO for serving.
HEARTY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
6 Cups water
2lb Chicken pieces (skinned if desired)
1 Large onion, chopped
6 Carrots, cut into ½-inch pieces
10 Ribs celery, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 14½-ounce can whole tomatoes, undrained, cut-up
1½ Tablespoons instant chicken bouillon
1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 Teaspoon salt
½ Teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
½ Teaspoon pepper
1½ Cups uncooked fine egg noodles
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Cook at: LO for 8 to 10 hours
HI for 5 to 6 hours
AUTO for 6 to 7 hours
1. Combine all ingredients, except egg noodles, in stoneware
cooking pot. Place pot into heating base, cover and cook at
desired heat setting for time given or until chicken and
vegetables are tender.
2. Remove chicken pieces from cook ing pot and set aside to
cool slightly. Set control to HI and add noodles, stirring to
combine. Cover and continue to cook for 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, remove chicken from bones and cut into bite-size
pieces. Return meat to cooking pot and cook until noodles
are tender. Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving.
SLOW COOKER STEW
3 Pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 Large onion, chopped
6 Carrots, cut into ½-inch pieces
4 Ribs celery, cut into ½-inch pieces
5 medium potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, undrained, cut-up
2 10½-ounce cans beef broth
1½ Teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 Tablespoons dried parsley flake s
2 Bay leaves
1½ Teaspoons salt
½ Teaspoon pepper
3 Tablespoons quick cooking tapioca
Cook at: LO for 8 to 10 hours
HI for 5 to 6 hours
AUTO for 6 to 7 hours
1. Combine all ingredients in stoneware cooking pot; stir to
blend.
2. Place cooking pot into heating base, cover and cook at
desired heat setting for time given or until meat and
vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Serves 6 to 8. Set at LO for serving.
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CHICKEN VEGETABLE STEW
3 Pounds chicken parts; skinned if desired
5 Carrots, cut into ½-inch pieces
3 Ribs celery, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 8-ounce can mushroom stems and pieces, undrained
1 15-ounce jar whole small onions, undrained OR 1 medium
onion, chopped
1 16-ounce bag frozen peas, rinsed with hot water
1 Teaspoon salt
¾ Teaspoon dried thyme leaves
¾ Teaspoon paprika
½ Teaspoon rubbed sage
½ Teaspoon pepper
1 Cup water
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 10½-ounce cans chicken broth
3 Tablespoons cornstarch
1/3
Cup Water
Cook at: LO for 8 to 10 hours
HI for 5 to 6 hours
AUTO for 6 to 7 hours
1. Place chicken parts, carrots, celery, mushrooms, onions and
peas in stoneware cooking pot. In medium bowl combine salt,
thyme, paprika, sage, pepper, water, tomato paste and broth.
Pour over chicken mixture.
2. Place cooking pot into heating base, cover and cook at
desired heat setting for time given or until chicken and
vegetables are tender.
3. Remove chicken pieces and set aside to cool slightly.
Remove meat from bones and cut into bite-size pieces.
Return meat to cooking pot; stir to combine. Set control to HI.
Combine cornstarch and water; stir slowly into stew until
thickened. Serves 6 to 8. Reduce to LO for serving.
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HERBED PORK ROAST
4 Large cloves garlic, quartered
5-6 Pound pork roast, boneless or bone-in
1 Teaspoon salt
1 Teaspoon ground thyme
½ Teaspoon rubbed sage
½ Teaspoon ground cloves
1 Teaspoon grated lemon peel
½ Cup water
3 Tablespoons cornstarch, optional
3 Tablespoons water, optional
Cook at: LO for 9 to 10 hours
HI for 5 to 6 hours
AUTO for 7 to 8 hours
1. Cut 16 small pockets into roast and insert garlic pieces. In
small bowl combine salt, thyme, sage, cloves and lemon peel.
Rub into pork road.
2. Pour ½ cup water into stoneware cooking pot. Add roast.
Place pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat
setting for time given or until meat thermometer inserted into
centre of roast reads 170
o
F or higher.
3. Allow roast to stand 10 to 15 minutes before carving. Remove
garlic pieces. Juices may be thickened for gravy if desired.
Dissolve cornstarch in water. Set control to HI. Stir slowly
into juices until thickened. Serves 6 to 8.
BEEF ROAST WITH VEGETABLES
4-5 Pound beef roast
Salt and pepper
1 Large onion, quartered or sliced
8 Carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 Medium potatoes, quartered and halved
½ Cup water
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Cook at: LO for 9 to 10 hours
HI for 5 to 6 hours
AUTO for 7 to 8 hours
1. If desired, brown roast in skillet over a medium heat of range
unit before placing into stoneware cooking pot. Season as
desired. Place vegetables around roast. Add water.
2. Place pot into heating base, cover and cook at desired heat
setting for time given or until meat and vegetables are tender.
(Meat thermometer should read 170
juices with mixture of 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2
tablespoons water if desired. Set control to HI and slowly stir
mixture into juices until thickened. Serves 8.
o
F for well done). Thicken
MORE INFORMATION
Please note that Prima does not have any more recipes other than
those listed above. However, there are many, many commercially
available recipe books available for slow cooking.
If you experience any difficulties operating your slow cooker,
please contact Prima Service on: 0113 251 1500
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