Cooking - Cuisinart CPG-700 Owner's Manual

COOKING

PREHEATING THE GRILL:
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Prior to use, it is recommended that you preheat your grill. This ensures that the cooking grates are at the
desired temperatures to sear the food sugars when cooking. Preheat the grill for 15 to 20 minutes or until it
reaches the desired temperature before adding food. Close the lid during the preheat period.
SMOKING:
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To smoke food on your Cuisinart Pellet Grill:
Step 1: Set the grill to "SMOKE" or a low temperature like 225° F. Higher temperatures will produce less
smoke so try to keep it below 300° F.
Step 2: Allow the grill to preheat and ensure sear shutter is closed.
Step 3: When the grill temperature has stabilized, about 20 minutes, place the food to be smoked on one of
the two smoking racks.
Step 4: Use a food probe to monitor the internal temperatures of your food to ensure doneness.
• Tip: Cold food absorbs smoke more easily than food at room temperature.
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The Cuisinart Pellet Grill is equipped with a direct sear function which allows you open an air path between
your food and the fire pot.
To operate:
Step 1: Set the grill temperature to "HIGH" and slide the sear shutter to the right using tongs.
Step 2: Allow the cooking grates to preheat before placing food on them to maximize grill marks.
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