Toastess TSC-310 manual

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    Instruction Booklet Model : TSC-310 Programmable Slow Cooker 6.5 litre/quart capacity BookletSilhouette_Slow Cooker TSC-310_EN_LOWRES.qxd 16/03/07 15:11 Page 1[...]

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    IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances , basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions . 2. Do not touch hot surfaces . Use handles or knobs. Use potholders when removing lid or handling hot containers . 3. T o protect against electrical hazards , do not immerse cord, plugs , o[...]

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    POLARIZED PLUG T his appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). T o reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one w ay . If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any w ay . INTRO[...]

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    • Place the Slow Cook er on a level, dry surface . Place Casserole in Base and add 2 cups (500 ml) of water . Cover with Lid and plug cord into wall outlet. F ollow the instructions in the “How to Use the Slow Cook er” section and allow the unit to cook on high for 30 minutes . • Once the time has elapsed, unplug the Slow Cook er and allow [...]

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    CARE: Use only wooden or plastic utensils . Metal utensils can scratch or mark the ceramic. T he Casserole can be washed by hand or in a dishw asher . DO NO T allow the Ceramic Casserole to soak or stand in w ater for an extended period of time . Heating the Casserole after soaking may cause the surface to craze . If scouring is required use only p[...]

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    1. Place the Slow Cook er on a dry level surface . Add recipe ingredients to the Ceramic Casserole and cover with Lid. Place Ceramic Casserole in Slow Cook er base . 2. Plug unit into the wall outlet. T he digital display will flash “- - - -“. 3. Press the T emperature Button to select Low , High or W arm. (Press once for High, twice for Low , [...]

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    HELPFUL HINTS USING THE SLOW COOKER • T he Lid does not form a tight seal with the Casserole . However , it should be centered on the Casserole for the best results . • Stirring is not required while slow cooking. However , when cooking on High, stirring occasionally will help distribute flavours . • F or best results the Casserole should be [...]

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    • T o thick en juices or mak e gravy at the end of the cooking cycle , mak e a smooth mixture of 2 to 4 tbsps . (30 – 60 ml) of cornstarch, 1/4 cup (60 ml) of water , and 2 tbsp . (30 ml) of butter . Remove cook ed food from Casserole . Add the mixture to the juices remaining in the Casserole , set to High and stir until liquid thick ens . • [...]

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    HELPFUL HINTS FOR AD APTING RECIPES • T he Low setting is recommended for all day cooking. Most meat and vegetable combinations require at least 7 hours on Low . • F or best flavour use whole leaf herbs and spice during the initial preparation. If ground herbs and spices are used, stir in during the last hour of cooking. • T he time required [...]

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    CARE AND CLEANING 1. T his appliance should be cleaned after every use . Before cleaning unplug the Base and allow the appliance to cool. DO NO T use harsh detergents or abrasive cleansers on any part of the appliance . 2. Wash th e Ca sse ro le and Lid in warm soapy w ater . Rinse well and dry . If food sti cks to th e s urf ace of the Casserole ,[...]

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    RECIPES BEEF PO T RO AST 3 lb . (1.4 kg.) pot roast 1 tsp . (5 ml) vegetable oil 1-1/2 tsp . (8 ml) salt 1/4 tsp . (1.2 ml) pepper 4 apples , cored and cut in large chunks 1 onion, sliced 1/2 cup (125 ml) apple juice 3 tbsp . (45 ml) flour 3 tbsp . (45 ml) water T rim excess fat from roast and coat meat with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper . Pla[...]

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    CHICKEN AND VEGET ABLE CASSEROLE 6 half chick en breasts , bone in (3 – 4 lbs , 1.4 – 1.8g) 1/4 tsp . (1.5 ml) paprika 1 tsp . (5 ml) salt 1/4 (1.5 ml) white pepper 2 tsp . (10 ml) chick en stock powder 2 cups (500 ml) mushrooms , sliced 1 small onion, small dice 1 cup (250 ml) small baby carrots 3/4 cup (180 ml) white wine 1/2 cup (125 ml) ev [...]

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    B AKED BEANS 2 cans white beans 1/3 cup (85 ml) molasses 1/4 cup (60 ml) light brown sugar 1 onion, diced 1/4 lb (60 g) bacon, diced 1 tbsp . (15 ml) mustard 1/2 tsp . (3 ml) salt Rinse beans . Combine all ingredients in the ceramic casserole and cook on high for 6 hours or until beans are tender . 13 BookletSilhouette_Slow Cooker TSC-310_EN_LOWRES[...]

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    A short supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use . If an extension cord is used, the mark ed electrical rating of the detachable power -supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the ap[...]