Presto Electric multi-cooker manual

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    ® I N S TR U CTI O N S Slo wCook’nMor e ™ electric multi - cook er ● Cr ockery liner for slo w cooking. ● R oasts, steams, boils, ste ws, or deep fries with crockery liner r emo v ed. ● Includes basket for steaming and deep frying. V isit us on the web at www .GoPresto.com © 2005 by National Presto Industries, Inc.[...]

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    2 This is a Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers. IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS T o reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, when using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions . 2. Do no[...]

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    3 This versatile electric cooker roasts, braises, blanches, boils, deep fries, stews, steams, makes casseroles, soups, and desserts . It also has a removable crockery liner for slow cooking. Caution: This product is not intended to melt wax, gels, plastics, or other materials for making candles or for other hobbyist activities or in any commercial [...]

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    4 T o or der a r epl ac eme nt C ont ro l Mas te r ® hea t control, see Service Information on page 20. T o assure the continued accuracy of the Control Master ® heat control, avoid rough handling during use and storage. Store the cord assembly in a clean, dry location away from metal objects. Always check the magnetic coupler end before use to a[...]

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    5 Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto Factory Service Department or a Presto Authorized Service Station, see page 20. For answers to any questions regarding the operation of your Presto ® appliance or if you need parts for your appliance, see the Service Inform[...]

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    6 2 to 3 pounds beef soup meat 1 ⁄ 2 cup chopped onions 1 ⁄ 2 cup sliced carrots 1 small bay leaf 1 teapoon salt, or to taste Combine all ingredients in the multi-cooker with crockery liner in place. Set heat control at 250° to 300°. Cover and cook for 6 to 8 hours. Strain through several thicknesses of cheesecloth. When stock is cold, remove[...]

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    7 Chicken and White Bean Chili 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 ⁄ 4 teaspoon ground allspice 4 cups chicken stock or broth 1 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar ****** salt and pepper , to taste Place beans and water in multi-cooker (without crockery liner). Set heat control at 375°. Cover and br[...]

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    8 2 pounds beef round or sirloin steak, cut into 1 ⁄ 2 -inch strips salt as desired 1 ⁄ 4 teaspoon black pepper 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced Place all ingredients except flour and sour cream in the multi-cooker with crockery liner in place. Set heat control at 250° to 300°. Cover and cook for 4 to 6 hours. Combine flour and sour cream; sti[...]

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    9 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 to 3 pound flat cut corned beef brisket 3 carrots, cut into 3 ⁄ 4 -inch slices 1 large onion, cut into eighths Rub garlic powder on all surfaces of corned beef. Add carrot slices to multi-cooker with crockery liner in place. Place corned beef, onion, and bay leaves on top of carrots. Add water . Set heat control at[...]

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    10 4 cups cooked chicken, chopped 1 cup wild rice, rinsed 1 ⁄ 2 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrots 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 cup chopped onion 1 ⁄ 4 cup pimento Combine first 12 ingredients plus 1 ⁄ 2 cup of almonds in the multi-cooker with crockery liner in place. Mix well. T op with reserved almonds. Set heat control at 250° to 300°.[...]

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    1 1 3 - 3 1 ⁄ 2 tablespoons margarine, softened 10 slices French bread, 1 ⁄ 2 -inch thick, cubed ground nutmeg 2 ⁄ 3 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon Spread margarine on one side of bread slices. Sprinkle lightly with nutmeg. Spread remaining margarine on the inside of crockery liner . Combine remaining ingredients in crockery liner . Set [...]

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    12 Chicken Soup Stock 1 ⁄ 2 cup chopped celery 1 ⁄ 2 cup diced carrots 1 cup diced onion Cut chicken into serving pieces. (wings, neck, and back make excellent soup).Place all ingredients into multi- cooker . Set heat control at 250 ° and bring to a boil. Turn heat control down until pilot light goes out. Cover and simmer 2 to 3 hours. Strain [...]

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    13 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups chopped celery 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups diced potatoes 3 ⁄ 4 cup chopped onion 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups water 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon salt 1 ⁄ 4 teaspoon pepper 3 cups milk 3 tablespoons flour 3 ⁄ 4 pound precooked shrimp 3 tablespoons butter 1 zucchini, sliced (optional) Place celery , potato, onion, water , salt, and pepper in multi-cooker . Set he[...]

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    14 Preheat multi-cooker at 375 ° . Brown roast in... T o cr eate a personalized roast , choose and combine the following ingredi ents. Pick foods having compatible flavors. Figure 2 to 4 servings per pound of roast. Start with 1 1 ⁄ 2 to 3 pounds of beef or pork... Chuck Roast Arm Roast Heel of Round Rib Roast Blade Roast Rib Eye Roast English [...]

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    15 Season with salt, pepper , and a pinch of... Sautéd minced garlic Sautéd chopped onion Sautéd chopped green pepper Instant onion, chopped or diced Crumbled cooked bacon Chopped parsley Minced chives Sliced black olives Instant bouillon Chopped pimiento Garlic powder Celery salt Onion salt W orcestershire sauce T abasco sauce Soy sauce Thyme O[...]

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    16 BLANCH Kettle Only V egetables are blanched before freezing to stop enzyme action and to retain fresh flavor and appearance. W ash vegetables thoroughly and sort according to size or cut into uniform pieces. Place 4 quarts of water in the multi-cooker , set heat control at 250 ° and bring to a rolling boil. Place no more than 1 ⁄ 2 pound veg[...]

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    17 BOIL Kettle Only Fresh V egetables: Place 1 to 2 cups water in the multi-cooker . Set heat control at 250 ° and bring to a boil. Add prepared veg- etables. Cover and return to a boil. Cook vegetables according to chart or until tender . Do not overcook. Add boiling water if necessary . Use enough water to almost cover strong flavored vegetable[...]

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    18 STEAM Kettle Only V egetables: Pour 2 cups water in multi-cooker . Set heat control at 250°. Remove handle from basket. Place vegetables in steam/fry basket and attach basket to multi-cooker rim with steaming hook. Then cover and steam 10 to 15 minutes longer than the boiling time. (See page 17). Add additional water if necessary . Fish: Pour 1[...]

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    19 1 ⁄ 2 cup milk 1 egg beaten Flour Salt and Pepper Beat milk and egg together . Combine flour and seasonings. Dip food into milk-egg mixture, then seasoned flour . Fry food in deep fryer . DEEP FR Y Kettle Only CAUTION: T o avoid personal injury: 1) Position multi-cooker well back from edge of counter or table. Do not let cord hang or drape o[...]

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    20 SER VICE INFORMA TION If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto ® appliance or need parts for your appliance, call our Consumer Service Department weekdays between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM (Central Time) at 715-839-2209 or write: NA TIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES, INC. Consumer Service Department 3925 N. Hastings W ay , Eau Claire, [...]