Hints And Tips - Crock-Pot CSC012X Instruction Manual

Manual stirring
You can manually stir the food at any time by pressing the quick stir button
not interfere with the automatic half-hour stirring cyle.
Automatic reverse
If, during stirring, the paddle meets too much resistance it will automatically reverse direction. Note however, that if the food
is too thick to stir, the paddle will constantly change direction without actually stirring the food.
Safety switch
If you need to remove the lid during cooking, a built in safety switch will disable the stirring cycle while the lid is tilted (i.e.
when you are holding it in your hand or if you have set it upside down on the worktop). The stirring cycle will resume when
the lid is replaced.
Never immerse any part of the heating base, AutoStir attachment
liquid.
• ALWAYS unplug your slow cooker from the electrical outlet and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• The lid, stoneware and paddles can be washed in the dishwasher or with hot, soapy water. Do not use abrasive
cleaning compounds or scouring pads. A cloth, sponge, or rubber spatula will usually remove residue. To remove water
spots and other stains, use a non-abrasive cleaner or vinegar.
• As with any fine ceramic, the stoneware and lid will not withstand sudden temperature changes. Do not wash the
stoneware or lid with cold water when they are hot.
• The outside of the heating base and the AutoStir attachment may be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water.
Wipe dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
• No other servicing should be performed.
NOTE: After cleaning by hand allow the stoneware to air dry before storing.
GENERAL:
• For best results and to prevent food from drying or burning, always ensure an adequate amount of liquid is used in the
recipe.
• It might appear that our recipes only have a small quantity of liquid in them but the slow cooking process differs from
other cooking methods in that the added liquid in the recipe will almost double during the cooking time. So, if you are
adapting a recipe for your slow cooker, please reduce the amount of liquid before cooking.
PASTA AND RICE:
• If a recipe requires noodles, macaroni etc. to be added, cook on a conventional stove until slightly tender and add to
your slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking. To use rice, stir in with the other ingredients and add ¼ cup
extra of liquid for every ¼ cup of rice. Long grain rice gives better results.
BEANS:
• Beans must be softened completely before combining with sugar and/or acidic foods. Sugar and
acid have a hardening effect on beans and will prevent softening.
• Dried beans, especially red kidney beans, should be boiled before adding to a recipe.
• Fully cooked canned beans may be used as a substitute for dried beans.
VEGETABLES:
• Many vegetables benefit from slow cooking and are able to develop their full flavour. They tend not to overcook in your
slow cooker as they might in your oven or on your hob.
• When cooking recipes with vegetables and meat, place vegetables into the slow cooker before meat. Vegetables
usually cook more slowly than meat in the slow cooker.
• Place vegetables near the bottom of the stoneware to help cooking.
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CLEANING
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