Cuisinart FRC-800 manual

INSTRUCTION & RECIPE BOOKLET Cuisinart ® Rice Plus ™ Multi-Cooker with Fuzzy Logic Technology FRC-800 For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.[...]

IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs. 3. T o protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the Rice Plus™ Multi-Cooker housing, cord or plug in water or any othe[...]

CONTENTS Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 I n t r o d u c t i o n ....................... 3 Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting To Know Your Control Panel . . . 5 O p e r a t i o n ......................... 6 Setting the Clock ................ 6 Cook[...]

8 7 11 10 9 FEA TURES AND BENEFITS 1. Steam Release V ent – removes for easy cleaning 2. Locking Lid with Removable Inner Lid 3. Lid Release Button 4. Handle – stays cool during use 5. Control Panel – see detailed illustration, page 5 6. Power Cord – removable 7. Steaming T ray – allows you to steam a variety of foods 8. Aluminum Cooking [...]

1. Start – used to sta rt cook ing. 2. Menu – used to select Menu fun ctio ns. 3. Finis h Time – used to set coo king Fin ish Tim e. 4. Hour and Minute – used to chan ge tim e. 5. Off – used to turn of f func tion s and re set uni t 6. Keep W arm – used to cha nge aut omat ic Keep W arm Time and to sta rt Keep W arm func tion. 7. Time D[...]

6 OPERA TION REMINDER Your Rice Plus™ Multi-Cooker comes with a 6-ounce (12 tablespoons or ¾ of a standard 1-cup measure) measuring cup. All recipes in this Instruction & Recipe Book are written with the rice/grain/cereal measured with the cooker measuring cup. The liquid is measured with a traditional liquid measuring cup (1 cup = 8 ounces [...]

7 b. T o start cooking with a delay , set your Rice Plus™ Multi-Cooker to finish cooking at a specific time: i. Pr ess and hold the Finish Time button until the four digit Ready Time display begins to flash. Y ou are now in the Finish Time set mode. ii. Use the Hour and Minute button to select the desired Ready Time. Hold button down to scroll th[...]

8 8 that you will sauté the rice and reduce the liquid (wine, apple juice if desired). a. Once the sauté step is complete, add the broth and any desired spices and close the lid. 4. During and after cooking: a. The current time will be displayed during the first portion of the cooking process. The Remaining Time will count down when there are 10 [...]

9 2. Use the Hour and/or Minute button to change the Remaining Time during Cooking/Keep W arm. The unit will continue to cook/keep warm. Note: This function will not work for all cooking functions. REHEA TING 1. Select the Reheat function by pressing the Menu button. 2. Y our current selection will be displayed on the LCD screen. 3. Start reheating[...]

10 water. Use low-fat, low-sodium meat or vegetable stocks/broths. Fish stock or clam broth may be used for seafood- flavored rice. • When making rice, open the rice cooker as soon as the audible tone sounds to indicate cookin g cycle is complete . Stir rice with the rice paddle or a wooden spoon – this preven ts rice from harden ing or getting[...]

11 For the above, use rice cooker cup (provided) 1 rice cooker cup = ¾ cup standard dry measure COOKING CHARTS GUIDE FOR COOKING RICE Use these charts and the water level markings in the bowl as a guideline. There are variables in the texture of cooked rice, from subtle differences between brands to rinsing or not rinsing to personal taste. Let yo[...]

12 For the above, use rice cooker cup (provided) 1 rice cooker cup = ¾ cup standard dry measure BROWN RICE PROGRAM Maximum 6 rice cooker cups (unless otherwise specified) RICE/GRAIN RICE WATER Use rice cooker cup (provided) 1 rice cooker cup = ¾ cup standard dry measure Use standard liquid measuring cup Long Grain Brown (includes aromatic browns [...]

13 For the above, use rice cooker cup (provided) 1 rice cooker cup = ¾ cup standard dry measure COOKED YIELDS See the charts below for approximate cooking yields. All yields are measured in a standard dry measuring cup. WHITE RICE PROGRAM RICE/GRAIN COOKED YIELD FOR 1 RICE COOKER CUP Long Grain White 2¾ Medium Grain White 2¾ Aromatic White, (jas[...]

14 GUIDE FOR STEAMING VEGET ABLES, POUL TR Y AND SEAFOOD Put two liquid measuring cups of water into the cooking pot. Arrange foods in a single layer in the steaming tray. Vegetables should be cut in similar sizes as indicated. Cooking times are approximate and will yield cooked but crisp/tender vegetables. Add more time for more tender/softer vege[...]

15 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Liquid boiled over Liquid/Rice amounts were incorrect Refer to page 11 Rice was not washed thoroughly Certain rices need to be washed thoroughly prior to cooking. Refer to page 9 for more information Steam release was not inserted Be sure that the steam release is in place before cooking Rice’s starch con[...]

16 W ARRANTY Limited Three-Y ear W arranty Th is war r an t y s up er s ed e s a ll p revi ou s war r ant ie s on Cu is ina r t ® R ic e Plu s ™ M ul ti- C oo ker wi th Fuz z y Log ic T ec hn olo gy. T his wa r ra nt y is ava ila bl e to co nsu me r s on ly. Y ou a re a co ns um er i f yo u own a Cui si na r t ® R ic e Plu s ™ M ul ti- C oo k[...]

17 RECIPES All r ecip es in this In struc tion & Reci pe Book let ar e writt en with the includ ed Rice Plu s™ Mult i- Cook er meas uring cup to measu re the rice or grai n. The liq uid is mea sur ed with a sta ndar d liqu id meas ure cup (1 cup = 8 ounces = 16 tabl espo ons). The cooke r measur ing cup = ¾ cup st andar d dry ric e measu re [...]

18 WHITE RICE WHIT E RICE WITH STE AMED SALMON A light dish, perfect for a summer lunch or dinner . Setting: White Makes about 8 cups 3 cooker cups long grain white rice water (to the 3-cup white rice marking in cooking pot) 12 ounces salmon fillet, cut to fit the steaming tray 1 cup diced, peeled cucumber 2 ⁄ 3 cup chopped red onion 1½ teaspoon[...]

19 RED BE ANS AND RIC E The Cuisinart ® version of the Jamaican staple brings out the flavors of Jamaican jerk seasoning. Settings: Quick Cook & White Makes about 8 cups 3 cooker cups dried red kidney beans, soaked over night 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped ½ jalapeño, finely chopped 1 2 ⁄ 3 cups unsweet[...]

20 ZUC CHIN I COU SC OUS The White Rice function makes light and fluffy couscous. Mediterranean flavors are at the forefr ont of this dish and go well with steamed fish. Setting: White Makes about 10 cups 4 cooker cups plain or whole wheat couscous (not instant) 3 cups water ½ teaspoon sea salt, divided 2 1 ⁄ 3 cups chopped zucchini (about 2 sma[...]

21 GRE E K SAL A D Usually made with orzo, white rice complements the Greek flavors in this delicious and bright salad. Setting: Hard Makes about 12 cups 4 cooker cups long-grain white rice water (to 4-cup white rice marking in cooking pot) 2 cups diced cucumber 2 cups halved grape tomatoes ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons extra virgin ol[...]

22 A VOCADO , SCALLION & BASIL ROLL Makes 1 roll Equipment needed: sushi rolling mat 1½ cups Perfect Sushi Rice (page 18) ¼ avocado, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced 1 scallion, thinly sliced 6 to 7 fresh basil leaves bowl of cold water (to help in rolling sushi) Cove r the sush i mat with pla stic wra p (to pre vent stic king ). Wet hands wi[...]

23 BROWN RICE WHEA T BERR Y & VEG ET ABLE SAL A D Setting: Brown Makes about 6 cups 2 cooker cups wheat berries 3 cups water ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ medium red onion, chopped 1 1 ⁄ 3 cups cor n kernels, fresh or frozen (thawed) 1 cup shredded zucchini (about ½ medium-large zucchini) 1 cup chopped red bell pepper (about 1 medium pepper) ½ cu[...]

24 WILD RICE W ALDORF SAL AD Setting: Brown Makes about 12 cups 3 cooker cups wild rice 4½ cups water 1 apple, cored and cut into ¼-inch dice 1 cup dried cranberries 2 ⁄ 3 cup chopped toasted pecans ½ cup chopped red onion ½ cup chopped celery Vinaigrette: ½ cup finely chopped shallots 4 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ [...]

25 BRO WN RICE WITH BL A CK BE ANS AND T OMA T OES Setting: Brown Makes about 10 cups 3 cooker cups brown rice (use your favorite grain size) water (to the 3-cup brown rice marking in cooking pot) 1 bay leaf 2 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed ¼ cup fresh parsley , chopped 1 medium-lar ge onion, chopped 2 cups chopped tomatoes ½ teaspoo[...]

26 RISOTTO ASP AR A GUS & T OMA T O RIS O T T O Setting: Risotto Makes about 5 cups (5 entrée servings, 10 first-course servings) 1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ½ cup finely chopped shallots (about 2 small) ½ teaspoon sea salt, divided ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper , divided 1½ cooker cups Arborio rice ½ cup dry white win[...]

27 MIXE D MUSH ROOM & MASCARPONE RISO T T O Setting: Risotto Makes about 8 cups 1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup finely chopped shallots (about 1 small) 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1½ teaspoons sea salt, divided 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper , divided 15 ounces sliced mixed mushrooms (shiitake work very well), divided[...]

28 INDIAN SPIC ED RICE PUDDI NG Setting: Risotto Makes 8 cups 2 cooker cups basmati rice 4 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream ¾ cup condensed milk 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1¼ teaspoons ground cardamom 1 ⁄ 3 cup granulated sugar ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon table salt ½ cup chopped pistachios ½ cup golden raisins Add al l ingr[...]

29 CR ANBE RRY O A T BR AN Setting: Oatmeal Makes about 5 cups 2 cooker cups oat bran 5 cups water ¼ teaspoon sea salt 1 cup dried cranberries Put th e oat bran, water and salt in the coo king pot of the Cuis inar t ® Rice Plu s™ Multi -Coo ker . Selec t the Oa tmeal functio n and pr ess Star t . Once the audib le tone has so unded to indicat e[...]

30 QUICK COOKING IS R AELI COU SC OUS WITH MOROC C AN VEG ET ABLES A warm and colorful comfort food, delicious on its own or when paired with roast chicken. Setting: Quick Cook Makes about 6 cups ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ½ medium onion, sliced 2 cups peeled and ½-inch-cubed butternut squash 1 medium peeled and ½-inch-cubed white pota[...]

31 SLOW COOKING P A ST A WITH FOUR CH EES ES Settings: Quick Cook & Slow Cook Makes about 10 cups 1 pound large elbows or similiar -size pasta 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small shallot, finely chopped (about ¼ cup) 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 tablespoons unbleached, all-purpose flour 2 cups low-fat evaporated milk ½ teaspoon dry mus[...]

32 LE NTILS PR OVE NÇ AL Setting: Slow Cook Makes about 6 cups 6 cooker cups dried French lentils, soaked for 2 to 3 hours 4 cups vegetable stock 1 tablespoon herbes de Provence pinch sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ¾ cup niçoise olives, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice ½ [...]

33 SOUP SOB A NOODLE SOUP Settings: Quick Cook & Soup Makes about 8 cups 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, sliced 1 2 x ½-inch piece ginger , peeled and finely chopped 6 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth 1 baby bok choy (about 6 ounces), sliced 3 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced 1 tablespoon soy sauce ½ teaspoon freshly g[...]

34 P APP A AL POMODORO Setting: Quick Cook & Soup Makes about 9 cups 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium) ¾ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 12 ounces rustic Italian bread, cubed 4 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 ⁄ 3[...]

35 T OFU & ASIAN -ST YLE VEG ET ABLES WITH A GIN GE R MARINADE Setting: Steaming Makes 2 servings Ginger Marinade: 2 gr een onions, trimmed and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ½ cup light soy or tamari sauce ½ cup ric[...]

36 STE AMED VEGET ABLE WON T ONS Setting: Steaming Makes 12 wontons Wonton Filling: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot 2 tablespoons finely chopped carrot 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery ½ green onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons finely chopped water chestnuts ¾ teaspoon chopped garlic 1 tablespoon finely chopped mu[...]

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