Elite Gourmet MST-350B Electric Oval Slow Cooker Instruction Manual

Elite Gourmet MST-350B Electric Oval Slow Cooker

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Before operating your new appliance, please read all instructions carefully and keep for future reference. Questions? Elite’s customer service team is ready to help. For more Elite products, visit us at shopelitegourmet.com. Recipes are included in this manual.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and manufactured with our valued consumers’ safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that you exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all instructions and important safeguards.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed as below:

1. To protect against the risk of electrical shock do not put base in water or in any other liquid.
2. Close supervision is necessary when appliance is used near children.
3. NEVER ALLOW A CHILD TO USE THIS PRODUCT.
4. Unplug from the socket when not in use, before putting on or taking off attachments, and before cleaning.
5. The use of attachments or tools not recommended by supplier may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. DO NOT let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or work-top, and keep it away from any hot surfaces.
8. KEEP YOUR APPLIANCE AWAY FROM ANY HOT PLATES, BURNERS AND HEATED OVENS.
9. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water, or other hot liquids.
10. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
11. Do not switch on the cooker if the ceramic pot is empty.
12. Allow lid and slow cooker to cool before allowing it to touch water.
13. Never touch the outer enclosure of the slow cooker during its operation or before it cools. Use the handles or knobs. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use oven gloves or a cloth when removing lid or handling contents.
14. Never cook directly in the base unit. Use the ceramic pot.
15. Do not use slow cooker or glass lid if cracked or chipped.
16. Never leave the appliance connected to the socket outlet when not in use.
17. Do not switch on the appliance when it is upside down or laid on its side.
18. The glass lid and ceramic pot are fragile. Handle them with care.
19. The appliance must not be immersed in water.
20. 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 person responsible for their safety.
21. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
22. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacture or its service agent.
23. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
24. Some countertop and table surfaces, such as Corian®, wood and/or laminates, are not designed to withstand prolonged heat generated by certain appliances. It is strongly recommended by countertop manufacturers and Maxi-Matic, that a hot pad or trivet be placed under your appliance to prevent possible damage to the surface.

SHORT CORD PURPOSE

Note: A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord. Longer power-supply cords or extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used: (1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the product; (2) the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over by children or pets.

POLARIZED PLUG

If this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other), please follow the below instructions: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If you are unable to fit the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the product or any extension cord being used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

INTRODUCTION TO SLOW COOKING

Slow cookers cook at temperatures just around boiling. The Programmable Slow Cooker can operate at LOW all day or night if required. When cooking on a HIGH setting, it is very much like a covered pot on the stove top. Foods will cook on HIGH in about half the time required for LOW cooking. Additional liquid may be required as foods do boil on HIGH. To turn the Slow Cooker OFF, press the POWER button. Always unplug from electrical outlet when not in use.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Before using the slow cooker for the first time remove all labels and tags from the product.
2. Wash the ceramic pot and glass lid in hot soapy water with a sponge or a dish cloth, rinse thoroughly and dry.
3. It is necessary to operate the Slow Cooker one time before placing food in the stoneware pot. Pour 4 cups of water into the stoneware pot and place it inside the base unit. Cover with the glass lid.
4. Plug into a 120V AC outlet. Press the Power button. The screen will illuminate and the numbers will start to blink until the unit is programmed.
5. Press the MODE selector button to select the HIGH program. Press the + button until “0:30” appears on the time display. The Slow Cooker will begin to heat.
6. After 30 minutes, the Slow Cooker will automatically switch to OFF. Unplug the Slow Cooker and allow the unit to cool.
7. Wearing oven mitts, grasp the stoneware pot handles carefully to lift and remove the stoneware pot from the base unit; pour out the water from the stoneware pot.
8. Rinse stoneware pot, dry thoroughly and replace inside the base unit.

NOTE: The initial 15 minutes of use may result in minimal smell and smoke. This is normal and harmless and comes from the protective substance applied to the heating elements during manufacturing. Do not immerse the slow cooker base in water.

STONEWARE POT CARE

Like any ceramic, the stoneware pot may crack or break if not properly handled. To prevent damage, handle with care!

• ALWAYS USE POT HOLDERS OR OVEN MITTS WHEN HANDLING HOT STONEWARE.
• Do not place hot stoneware pots on counter top. Use a protective trivet.
• Do not place stoneware pot on any range top burner, under a broiler, microwave browning element, or in a toaster oven.
• Do not strike utensils against rim of stoneware pot to dislodge food.
• Do not use stoneware pot to popcorn, caramelize sugar, or make candy.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or any object that will scratch the cookware or accessories.
• Do not use or repair any stoneware pot or lid that is chipped, cracked, or broken.
• Do not use stoneware pot for reheating foods or for general food storage.
• Always place foods into the stoneware pot at room temperature, then place stoneware pot into the base unit before turning unit ON. NEVER heat the stoneware pot when it is empty.

CAUTION:
Failure to follow these instructions can cause breakage resulting in injury or property damage.

HOW TO USE

• Do not use frozen, uncooked meat in the Slow Cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.
• Visit foodsafety.gov or fsis.usda.gov for more information on safe internal cooking temperatures.

COOKING

1. Place the base on a dry, level, heat resistant surface, away from the edge of the table surface. Do not use on the floor.
2. Place food into the pot and place the pot into the base.
3. Cover with the glass lid. If you need to pre-cook or brown foods prior to slow cooking, this must be done in a pan. Do not try to brown or pre-cook food in the slow cooker.
4. Plug cord into a 120V AC outlet. Press the Power button; the screen will illuminate and the numbers will start to blink until the unit is programmed.
5. Press the Mode selector button until Low, High, or Warm program is selected. Then cook according to the recipe.
6. Press the + or – buttons to set the cooking time. The slow cooker can be programmed in 30 minute increments. After 5 seconds, the slow cooker will begin to heat.
7. The time on the display will begin to count down in minutes until “0:00” minutes is shown on the display.
8. When cooking time is complete, the slow cooker will automatically switches to Warm. The unit will automatically shut off after 4 hours on Warm.
9. When you are done using the unit, press the POWER button to turn it off.
10. Using oven mitts, carefully remove the glass lid by grasping the lid knob and lifting the lid slightly away from you. This will allow the steam to escape before removing the lid.
11. Allow a few seconds for all the steam to escape. Inspect and test food for doneness and adjust seasoning if needed. Using oven mitts, remove the pot from the base unit.
12. The WARM function can also be programmed in half hour (30 minutes) increments from 30 minutes up to 20 hours.
13. Unplug from electrical outlet.
14. Even when off and unplugged, the slow cooker remains hot for some time after using; allow unit to cool before cleaning or storing. (See Cleaning & Maintenance).

SETTING REFERENCE CHART

KEEP WARM FUNCTION

• Food can be kept warm in the slow cooker for up to 20 hours. However past 4 hours, food contents may start to become dry or the flavor may alter.
• Food cooked in other appliances can be transferred to the slow cooker to keep warm as well.

NOTE:

• Press the + or – buttons to adjust cooking time while the slow cooker is operating.
• If the Low or High mode is selected without entering a cook time, the slow cooker will heat by default for a time of 8 hours in Low setting and 4 hours in High.
• Press the Power button at any time to turn the slow cooker off.
• If serving directly from the stoneware pot, always place a trivet or protective padding under the pot before placing it on a table or countertop.
• If you are moving the slow cooker, grasp the unit by the base unit handles; use potholders or oven mitts.

CAUTION:
The base unit will get very warm during cooking. This is where the heating elements are located. Use potholders or oven mitts when moving or handling the unit.

TIPS FOR SLOW COOKING

• Slow cooking is a great way to prepare a nutritious hot meal with minimum preparation and maximum free time away from the kitchen.

• Less tender and cheaper cuts of meat are more ideal candidates for slow cooking than more expensive cuts.

• Slow cooking retains moisture. If you wish to reduce moisture in the cooker, remove the lid after cooking and turn the control to high (if set to low or medium) and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.

• The lid is not a sealed fit. Do not remove unnecessarily as the built up heat will escape. Each time you remove the lid, add an additional 10 minutes to the cooking time.

• If cooking soups, leave 5cm of space between the top of the pot and the food surface to allow simmering.

• Many recipes demand all day cooking, if you do not have time to prepare food that morning prepare it the night before and store the food in a covered container in the refrigerator. Transfer the food to the slow cooker and add liquid/gravy. Select the setting low or high.

• Most meat and vegetable recipes require 8-10 hours on low, 4-6 hours on high, and 5-7 hours on medium.

• Some ingredients are not suitable for slow cooking. Pasta, seafood, milk, and cream should be added towards the end of the cooking time. Many things can affect how quickly a recipe will cook: water and fat content, initial temperature of the food and the size of the food.

• Food cut into small pieces will cook quicker. A degree of “trial and error” will be required to fully optimize the potential of your slow cooker.

• All food should be covered with a liquid, gravy or sauce. In a separate pan or pot prepare your liquid, gravy or sauce and completely cover the food in the slow cooker.

• Meat will not brown during the cooking process. Browning fatty meats will reduce the amount of fat and help to preserve color while adding richer flavor. Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet and brown meats prior to putting into the stoneware pot.

• Whole herbs and spices flavor better in slow cooker than crushed or ground.

• When cooking in a Slow Cooker, remember that liquids do not boil away like they do in conventional cooking. Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe that is not designed for a Slow Cooker. The exceptions to this rule would
  be rice and soups. Remember, liquids can always be added at a later time if necessary. If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time, remove the cover and re-program the Slow Cooker to continue to cook HIGH for 45 minutes. Check every 15 minutes. After about 30-45 minutes the amount of liquid will be reduced.

• Foods cut into uniform pieces will cook faster and more evenly than foods left whole such as roast or poultry.

• Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, turnips and beets require longer cooking time than many meats. Be sure to place them on the bottom of the Slow Cooker and cover them with liquid.

TIPS FOR SLOW COOKING (cont.)

SUITABLE FOODS FOR SLOW COOKING & PREPARATION:
Most foods are suited to slow cooking methods, however there are a few guidelines that need to be followed:

• Cut root vegetables into small, even pieces, as they take longer to cook than meat. They should be gently sautéed for 2-3 minutes before slow cooking. Ensure that root vegetables are always placed at the bottom of the pot and all ingredients are immersed in the cooking liquid.
• Trim all excess fat from meat before cooking, since the slow cooking method does not allow fat to evaporate.
• If adapting an existing recipe from conventional cooking, you may need to cut down on the amount of liquid used. Liquid will not evaporate from the slow cooker to the same extent as with conventional cooking.
• Never leave uncooked food at room temperature in the slow cooker.
• Do not use the slow cooker to reheat food.
• Insert a meat thermometer into joints of roasts, hams, or whole chickens to ensure they are cooked to the desired temperature.
• Authentic stoneware is fired at high temperatures therefore the ceramic pot may have minor surface blemishes, the glass lid may rock slightly due to these imperfection. Low heat cooking does not produce steam so there will be little heat loss. Due to normal wear and tear through the products life, the outer surface may start appearing “crazed”.
• Do not put the ceramic pot or glass lid in an oven, freezer, and microwave or on a gas/electrical hob.
• Do not subject the ceramic pot to sudden changes in temperature. Adding cold water to a very hot opt could cause it to crack.
• Do not allow the pot to stand in water for a long time (You can leave water in the pot to soak).
• There is an area on the base of the ceramic pot that has to remain unglazed for manufacturing purposes. This unglazed area is porous, therefore will soak up water, this should be avoided.
• Do not switch the slow cooker on when the ceramic pot is empty or out of the base.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

• The ceramic insert is dishwasher safe or can also be cleaned with warm soapy water. To remove any foods that have been cooked onto the bottom of the pot, simply soak overnight in soapy water and rinse the next day.
• Do not place a hot or warm ceramic insert into a cold environment or it may result in cracking.
• The exterior of the slow cooker can be wiped with a damp cloth and dried. DO NOT use harsh abrasive cleaner or scouring pad to clean any part of the slow cooker as this will damage the surfaces.
• The glass lid is dishwasher safe once it has cooled down to room temperature. Do not place a hot or warm glass lid into a cold environment or it may result in cracking.
• Do not use the stoneware pot to store food in the refrigerator, and then reheat in the base unit. The sudden temperature change may crack the pot.
• Avoid hitting the stoneware pot and glass lid against the faucet or other hard surfaces.
• Do not use stoneware pot or glass lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.

NOTE:
Always make sure the slow cooker is unplugged and POWERED OFF before storing away or cleaning. Make sure the unit has cooled down completely before cleaning.

CAUTION:
Never submerge the base unit or cord into water or any other liquid or this may damage the slow cooker.

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician.

1. Avoid sudden, extreme temperature change. For example, do not place a hot glass lid or stoneware pot into cold water or onto a wet surface.
2. Do not use the stoneware pot to store food in the re-frigerator, and then reheat in the base unit. The sudden temperature change may crack the pot.
3. Avoid hitting the stoneware pot and glass lid against the faucet or other hard surfaces.
4. Do not use stoneware pot or glass lid if chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.

STORING INSTRUCTIONS

• Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing.
• Store appliance in its box or in a clean, dry place.
• Never store slow cooker while it is hot or wet.
• To store, place stoneware pot inside the base unit and the glass lid over the stoneware pot; to protect the glass lid, it may be wrapped with a soft cloth and placed upside down over the stoneware pot.
• Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance; keep it loosely coiled.

COOKING CHART

This chart is intended as a general guide. Please check temperatures with a meat thermometer and follow USDA food safety guidelines listed below.

USDA COOKING GUIDELINES:

• Meats such as beef and lamb, etc. should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F/63°C.
• Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F/71°C.
• Poultry products should be cooked to an internal temperature of 170°F/77°C – 180°F/82°C to be sure any harmful bacteria has been killed.
• When reheating meat/poultry products, they should also be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C.

RECIPES – Beef

BBQ MEATLOAF

• 2 – 2½ lbs. ground beef
• 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 egg
• 1 cup crushed soda crackers
• 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• ½ cup diced onion
• ½ tsp. salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tsp. prepared mustard
• 2 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 tbsp. vinegar
• Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Form into a meatloaf shape that will fit into your slow cooker. Cut a strip of foil to go under the meatloaf in the slow cooker, leaving it long enough so that you can use it to lift the meatloaf out when it is finished cooking.
• After placing the meatloaf in slow cooker, top the meatloaf with an additional 1/3 cup barbecue sauce. Cook for 8 – 10 hours on Low.

SLOPPY JOES

• 3 lbs. ground beef
• 1 cup onions diced
• 1 cup celery diced
• 1 cup green pepper diced
• 1½ cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 6 oz. can tomato paste
• 3/4 cup water
• ½ tsp. paprika
• 3 tbsp. vinegar
• 3 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 tsp. dry mustard salt and pepper
  • Brown ground beef in a skillet and break up into small pieces. Add to slow cooker.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Turn on low and cook for 8 hours.
  • Serve on hamburger buns.

CHILI DIP

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 (16 oz.) jar mild picante sauce
• 2 cans refried beans
• ½ tsp. chili powder
• 8 oz. cheddar cheese shredded
• 8 oz. sour cream
• Jalapenos or mild chilies to taste
• Brown ground beef and onion in a pan. Drain and add to slowcooker.
• Add beans, picante sauce, jalapenos (if using) and chili powder. Turn on low and cook for 2 – 3 hours.
• Add cheese and sour cream last ½ hour. Serve with tortilla chips.

RECIPES – Beef (cont.)

WILD MUSHROOM BEEF STEW

• 2 lbs. beef for stew, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. pepper
• ½ tsp. dried thyme leaves, crushed
• 3/4 cup ready-to-serve beef broth
• ¼ cup tomato paste
• ¼ cup dry red wine
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb. red-skinned potatoes (1½ inch diameter), cut into quarters
• 8 oz. assorted mushrooms (such as shiitake, cremini and oyster) cut into quarters
• 1 cup baby carrots
• Fresh parsley (optional)
  • Combine flour, salt, pepper and thyme in small bowl. Place beef in slow cooker. Sprinkle with flour mixture; toss to coat.
  • Combine broth, tomato paste, wine and garlic in small bowl; mix well. Add to beef. Add potatoes, mushrooms and carrots; mix well.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH 5 to 6 hours or on LOW 8 to 9 hours, or until beef and vegetables are tender (no stirring is necessary during cooking). Stir well before serving. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

ITALIAN MEATBALLS

• 1 lb. ground beef
• ½ lb. Italian sausage
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• ½ cup dry breadcrumbs
• 3 tbsp. grated parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp. garlic powder salt and pepper
  • In a bowl, beat eggs and add milk. Add beef and Italian sausage. Mix together. Add rest of ingredients and mix until combined.
  • Shape the mixture into 1 inch balls and place on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 350°F. for 15 minutes. Add to slow cooker.

Sauce:

• 1 (15-o z.) can tomato sauce
• 1 (6-o z.) can tomato paste
• 1 small onion chopped
• ½ cup gr een pepper
• ½ cup beef broth
• 1/3 cup water
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 1 2 tsp. pepper
• Mix all ingredients in a bowl and pour over the meatballs.
• Cover and cook on Low for 4 – 5 hours.

RECIPES – Chicken

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN

• 1 (15-oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 (11- oz) can Mexicorn, drained
• 1 (15- oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (16- oz) jar chunky salsa (divided use)
• 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, rinsed and dried Flour tortillas
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Combine the cans of corn, beans and half the salsa in slow-cooker. Top with the chicken. Pour remaining sauce over.
• Cover and cook first hour on High, then either 3 more hours on High or 6 on Low until meat juices run clear. Serve with warm tortillas; top with cheese.

LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN

• 2 lbs. chicken breasts boneless/skinless 1½ tsp. oregano leaves crushed
• ½ tsp seasoned salt
• ¼ tsp. pepper freshly ground
• 2 tbsp. butter
• ¼ cup water
• 4 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tsp. chicken bouillon
• 2 tsp. fresh chopped parsley
• Wash chicken and dry on paper towels. Combine oregano, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle on the chicken and pat it in.
• Fry the chicken breasts until browned in the butter. Transfer chicken to the slow cooker.
• Add the water, lemon juice, bouillon, garlic and parsley to the pan. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring mixture to a boil and pour over the chicken.
• Cover and cook on High for 2½ – 3 hours or on Low for 5 – 6 hours.
• Add parsley and baste chicken. Cover and cook another 15 -30 minutes.

CHICKEN WINGS IN HONEY SAUCE

• 3 pounds chicken wings (16 wings) salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups honey
• 1 cup soy sauce
• ½ cup ketchup
• ¼ cup oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Rinse chicken and pat dry. Cut off and discard wing tips. Cut each wing at joint to make two sections. Sprinkle wing parts with salt and pepper.
• Place wing parts on broiler pan. Broil 5-4 inches from heat 20 minutes, 10 minutes a side or until chicken is brown. Transfer chicken to slow cooker.
• For sauce, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, oil and garlic in bowl. Pour over wings.
• Cover and cook on low 4-5 hours or on high 2-2½ hours.

CHICKEN PAPRIKA WITH DUMPLINGS

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 medium onion chopped
• 1 tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• 1 tbsp. Hungarian paprika
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 8 ounces sour cream
• 1 tbsp. cornstarch or flour

Dumplings:

• eggs3
• 1/3 cup water
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • Add onions to slow cooker. Add seasonings, chicken and broth.
  • Cover and cook on LOW 5 to 6 hours.
  • Shortly before serving, turn on high and stir together sour cream and cornstarch. Stir into slow cooker and heat through.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings (sour cream and cornstarch may be omitted if desired). Serve with dumplings.

Dumplings Instructions

• Beat 3 eggs, add 1/3 cup water and 2 ½ cups flour. Beat with a spoon until smooth. Drop from teaspoon into boiling salted water and cook until dumplings rise to the top, approximately 10 minutes.

CHICKEN MERLOT WITH MUSHROOMS

• 2½-3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs

• 12 oz. sliced fresh mushrooms

• 1 large onion, peeled and chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced

• 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 (6-oz.) can tomato paste

• 2 tbsp. quick cooking tapioca
  2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil

• ¼ cup Merlot or any dry red wine, or additional chicken broth

• 2 tsp. granulated sugar

• ¼ tsp. salt

• ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper

• 2 cup cooked noodles

• 2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • Rinse chicken, pat dry and set aside.
  • Place the mushrooms, onion and garlic in the insert of the slow cooker. Place the chicken pieces on top of the vegetables.
  • Combine broth, tomato paste, wine, tapioca, dried basil (if using), sugar, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Pour mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 3½to 4 hours.
  • To serve, spoon chicken mixture over cooked noodles. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

RECIPES – Seafood

SALMON BAKE

• 2 (15-oz.) cans salmon, boned and skinned
• 4 cups bread crumbs
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• 1 (8-oz.) can tomatoes
• 1 chopped green bell pepper
• 1 (8-oz.) can cream of onion soup
• 1 can cream of celery soup
• 4 well beaten eggs
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes, crushed
• ¼ cup milk
• Grease slow cooker liner. Combine all ingredients except celery soup and milk. Pour into slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for approximately 5 hours.
• Combine cream of celery soup with ½ cup of milk and heat in saucepan.
• Use as a sauce for salmon bake.

CHEESY SHRIMP PASTA

• 1 (2-lb.) block Velveeta cheese
• 1 (16-oz.) carton half-and-half
• 1 (8-oz) canned chopped tomatoes 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 pods garlic, minced 1 lb. raw shrimp Cooked pasta of choice
  • Place cheese, half-and-half, tomatoes, onion and garlic in slow cooker and cook on Low for 4 hours.
  • Add shrimp and cook for another hour on High or until shrimp are pink.
  • Cook pasta of choice and spoon sauce over cooked pasta.

FISHERMAN’S SEAFOOD CHOWDER

• 1-1½ lbs. fish (any combination of flounder, ocean perch, pike, trout, haddock or halibut) ½ cup chopped onion
• ½ cup chopped celery
• ½ cup chopped carrots
• ¼ cup snipped parsley
• ¼ tsp. leaf rosemary
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 16-oz. can whole tomatoes, mashed 8-oz. bottle of clam juice tsp.1 salt
• 3 tbsp. flour
• 3 tbsp. butter or margarine, melted 1/3 cup light cream
  • Cut cleaned fish into 1-inch chunks. Combine all ingredients except flour, butter and cream in slow cooker; stir well.
  • Cover and cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours (3 to 4 hours on high).
  • One hour before serving, combine flour, butter and cream and stir into slow cooker. Continue cooking until mixture is slightly thickened.

RECIPES – Dessert

BAKED STUFFED APPLES

• 6 medium red tart apples
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• ¼ cup raisins
• 1 tbsp. orange peel
• ¼ cup butter
• 2 cup very hot water
• 3 tbsp. orange juice concentrate
• Wash and core the apples, but don’t peel them. In a pan that will fit in your slow cooker, stand up the apples. Butter the pan first.
• Fill the core cavities with the brown sugar, raisins and orange peel. Top with butter.
• Place the pan in the slow cooker. Pour the hot water around the pan. Sprinkle the orange juice concentrate over the apples.
• Cover the cooker and cook on low for 3 – 5 hours or until apples are tender.

PIÑA COLADA BREAD PUDDING

• 1 lb. loaf French bread

• 10 oz. frozen piña colada drink mix

• 6 oz. pineapple juice

• 12 oz. evaporated milk

• ½ cup cream of coconut

• 2 large bananas; sliced

• eggs3

• ¼ cup light rum

• 1 cup raisins

• 8 oz. pineapple; crushed w/juice

• 1 tsp. lemon peel; grated

• fresh mint sprigs

  • With a sharp knife, peel crust from bread; discard crust or make into bread crumbs for use in another recipe. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes; set aside. In blender or food processor, fitted with a metal blade, combine ½ of the following ingredients; drink mix, pineapple juice, evaporated milk, cream of coconut, and banana slices.

  • Process until pureed; pour puree into a 6-cup bowl. Puree remaining ½ of liquid ingredients and banana slices as well as eggs and liqueur, if desired. Combine both purees; set aside. Combine raisins and crushed pineapple (and the juice); set aside. Place about 2/3 of bread cubes in slow cooker, sprinkle with ½ tsp. grated lemon peel and spread 1 cup of the raisin-pineapple mixture over bread in slow cooker. Top with remaining bread cubes, then with remaining ½ tsp. lemon peel and
    raisin-pineapple mixture. Pour pureed ingredients into slow cooker.

  • Cover and cook on LOW 6 hours. Spread pudding into 8 or 10 dessert dishes and serve hot. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.

BLUEBERRY BUMP CAKE

• 2 (21-oz.) cans blueberry pie filling
• 2 packages yellow cake mix
• 1 cup butter
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• Place pie filling in the slow cooker. Combine dry cake mix and butter, sprinkle over filling. Sprinkle the walnuts on top of that.
• Cover and cook on low for 2 – 3 hours. Serve warm in bowls.
• Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

*LIMITED WARRANTY ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE**

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE OF PURCHASE. If you have any problems with this unit, contact Customer Service for support.

1. Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from any manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
2. Retail stores/merchants selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.
3. If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give you years of satisfactory service.
4. At its sole discretion, Maxi-Matic USA will either repair or replace the product found to be defective during the warranty period.
5. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the remaining balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
6. Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service Center.
7. This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia and does NOT cover normal wear of parts or:
   • Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly or installation of product.
   • Damages caused in shipping.
   • Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
   • Defects other than manufacturing defects.
   • Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage.
   • Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
   • Damages of parts that are not electrical; i.e. cracked or broken plastic/glass, scratched/dented inner pots.
   • Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.
   • Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller.
   • Acts of nature such as fire, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
8. This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.

Maxi-Matic, USA shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in time to the duration of the warranty.

• One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia, excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
  This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product usage which is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this warranty. For international warranty, please contact the local distributor.
  This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you are entitled which may vary by state, province, and/or jurisdiction.

• Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time. MAXI-MATIC, USA 18401 E. Arenth Ave. City of Industry, CA 91748

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RETURN INSTRUCTIONS

RETURNS

• Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed accordingly by first contacting customer service to obtain an RA # (Return Authorization Number). We will not accept any returns of merchandise without an applicable RA #.
• IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit to Maxi-Matic, USA:
  1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box with sufficient cushioning to avoid damage in shipping.
  2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
  • Your name, full address with zip code, daytime telephone number, and RA#,
  • A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
  • The model number of the unit and the problem you are having (Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed,) and
  • Any parts or accessories related to the problem.
  3. Maxi-Matic, USA recommends that you ship the package via UPS ground service for tracking purposes. We cannot assume responsibility for lost or damaged products returned to us during incoming shipment. For your protection, always carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier.
  • C. O.D shipments cannot be accepted.
  4. All return shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
  5. Once your return has been received by our warehouse, Maxi-Matic, USA will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph B.
  6. Maxi-Matic will pay the shipping charges to ship the repaired or replacement product back to you.

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• Mail: Maxi-Matic, USA 18401 E. Arenth Ave City of Industry, CA 91748-1227
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References

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