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  • Page 1

    RIVAL.: _ Automatic . Steamer and Rice Cooker Model 4450 * .. ~ -- ---. -- -- MAnE IN 'rHI~ USA[...]

  • Page 2

    not recommended by this appliance manufacturer may cause hazards. 8. Do not use outdoors. 9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot sur- faces. 10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. 11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water, or other hot li[...]

  • Page 3

    High-Domed Cover Provides a snug seal, yet allows ample food stacking to 3 112". Rice Bowl Deep container is used to cook rice (8-cup capacity) or other dishes that have a sauce or use liquid. Outer Water Reservoir Liquid draining from cooked food will collect here. Because this area is not heated, food particles and liquids can not scorch. To[...]

  • Page 4

    Important Points • Before using first time, wash steamer (see below) • Slight odor or smoke may be evident during initial use. This is normal with many heating appliances and will not recur. It does not effect safety of unit. • Polished or waxed surfaces: Avoid placing unit on any surface or under any wall cabinet that can be marred by steam [...]

  • Page 5

    • l The amount of water poured into the inner water reservoir determines the steaming time. This chart provides an estimate of the steaming times according to. various amounts of water. It's a handy guide when adapting your own recipes to the steamer. Reminder The Rival Steamer is automatic. Timing begins when the unit is plugged in. When [...]

  • Page 6

    Vegetables Hints o Use steamer basket for fresh or frozen vegetables. Exception: If a sauce or liquid is to be kept on the vegetables, use rice bowl. See examples on page 20. o Thoroughly clean the vegetables. Cut off stem; peel if desired. Cut or chop. Smaller pieces steam faster than larger ones. o Vegetables retain more flavor and nutri- ents if[...]

  • Page 7

    .: , < ~ Fresh Vegetables --- Variety Quantity Cups of Water Approx. Time in Minutes Artichokes 4 whole, tops trimmed ~ 2'/2 43-44 Asparagus Spears 1 pound % 16-17 Beans Green or Wax 11b. I Cut 1 19-22 Whole 11/4 24-26 - Beets 1 lb., whole, with 1% 36-37 1-inch tops Broccoli Spears 1 lb. 1'/4 24-26 i Brussels Sprouts % lb. 1'/4 24[...]

  • Page 8

    Rice, Grains and Cereals Rice Step 1: Put both rice and water in rice bowl. Step 2: Pour specified amount of water in inner water reservoir (see chart). Step 3: Cover and steam. • There are many types of rice. Follow specific directions for the variety used. • For firmer rice, slightly decrease water in both rice bowl and inner water reservoir;[...]

  • Page 9

    Rice, Grains and Cereals Rice Cups of Cups of WATER Approx. Time Variety RESERVOir Rice Water (Cups of Water) in Minutes Long Grain 1 1 11J2 26-30 2 2 2 38-39 3 3 21/2 43-44 Converted 1 11/4 13/4 36-37 2 21/2 2 38-39 3 31/2 21/4 40-42 Brown, Parbroiled 1 11/2 3 45-50 Brown, Regular 1/2 1 3 45-50 Wild Rice 1/2 1 3 45-50 1 2 3 45-50 Packaged Rice Mix[...]

  • Page 10

    Fish and Seafood Hints o Place fish in the steamer basket. If fish or seafood is to be poached or cooked in sauce, use rice bowl. o Season fish as desired. Add lemon wedges and herbs before steaming. Add butter or margarine after steaming. o Fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in color. o Frozen fish may be steamed without [...]

  • Page 11

    Fish and Seafood , Variety Quantity Cups of Approx. Time Suggestions Water in Minutes Clams Cherrystone or 1 pound, fresh 112 10-12 Steam just Small Littlenecks in the shell until open. (Steamers) Crab King Crab Claws 112 pound 1 19-22 Steam just (Cooked meat in until hot. the shell) Soft-shell 8 to 12 1/3 8-9 Steam just until red Fish Whole 112 to[...]

  • Page 12

    Eggs • Using steamer basket, eggs may be cooked in the shell or crack.ed into cups . • Using rice bowl, eggs may be scrambled. ' Cups of Approx. Time Style Quantity Water in Minutes In the shell: Soft-Cooked 1-12 '12 10-12 Hard-Cooked 1-12 1 19-22 "Eggs-in-a-Cup": Crack raw egg into individual-size heat proof custard cup. Se[...]

  • Page 13

    Guide to Recipes The recipes in this book are just a sampling of the wide variety of foods that you can prepare. When preparing the recipe, be sure to use the steamer basket or rice bowl as directed. The water required in the inner water reser- voir and approximate cooking time is listed under each recipe. Multi-step recipes indicate two or more vo[...]

  • Page 14

    Fish and Seafood Parmesan Scallops (Serves 4) 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1112 pounds shucked sea scallops, cut in 2 or 3 slices 3 green onions, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 1/4 cup ,white wine 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese • Combine melted butter and co[...]

  • Page 15

    Chinese Pepper Steak (Serves 4) 1 pound sirloin, sliced into thin strips 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sherry 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oil If2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1/4 cup chopped onion Ifa cup sliced celery 1 red or green pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips 1 tomato, diced • Combine [...]

  • Page 16

    Low Calorie Stuffed Cabba!le Rolls (Serves 4Y 8 leaves from 1 small head cabbage 1 pound lean ground beef 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1J4 cup finely chopped green pepper 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1J4 teaspoon garlic salt Dash Tabasco sauce I/S teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish 1 cup tomato juice 1 teaspoon Italian seasonin[...]

  • Page 17

    Corn Combo . (Serves 4) 1f3 cup chopped celery 1/3 cup chopped green pepper 1 package (10 ounces) frozen whole kernel corn, defrosted 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained 1 tomato, peeled and chopped 2 teaspoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt Dash black pepper Dash of liqu[...]

  • Page 18

    Fruits Baked Ambrosia (Serves 4) 2 large oranges 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained 2 tablespoons coconut 1112 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon honey 1fa teaspoon almond extract 2 tablespoons almonds (whole or slivered) 4 maraschino cherries • Cut oranges in half crosswise. Free fruit from shell carefully with a grapefruit knife. Sepa[...]

  • Page 19

    Banana Bread (Makes 1 loaD 3/4 cup all-purpose flour ]13 cup brown sugar ]13 cup butter or margarine, softened 3 tablespoons milk 1 egg J.]/2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1f4 teaspoon salt 1f4 cup chopped nuts 1/2 cup mashed bananas • Combine all ingredients except bananas in mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir[...]

  • Page 20

    Breads and Puddings I Steamed Pumpkin Pudding (Makes 1 loaf) 1f4 cup butter or margarine 2/3 cup brown sugar 3 tablespoons sugar. 2 eggs 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1f2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1f4 teaspoon nutmeg 2/3 cup canned pumpkin 1fa cup sour milk (or 1 teaspoon vinegar plus m[...]