Cuisinart Smart Stick HB-400PC Instruction And Recipe Booklet page 13

• The hand blender is the ideal tool for frothing milk for
cappuccinos or lattes.
• Use the hand blender to make smooth gravies and pan sauces.
WHISKING TIPS AND HINTS
Use the whisk attachment for beating heavy cream or egg whites.
It may also be used for anything that you would normally whisk by
hand, like crêpe batters or eggs for omelets.
WHIPPING EGG WHITES
When beating egg whites, use a very clean metal or glass bowl,
never plastic. Plastic can contain hidden oils and fats that can
ruin the delicate egg white foam. To help stabilize the egg whites,
add ¹⁄ teaspoon cream of tartar per egg white prior to beating them.
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(If using a copper bowl, omit the cream of tartar.) Beat the egg whites,
starting on Low and gradually increasing to High, just until soft peaks
form firmly enough not to droop over. Beating the egg whites longer
will cause them to dry out and become less stable. When adding
sugar to beaten egg whites, start adding it slowly just as soft peaks
begin to form. Continue beating until peaks are firm enough not
to droop.
WHIPPING HEAVY CREAM
When beating heavy cream, if possible and time allows, use a chilled
bowl and chill the whisk attachment. The best-shaped bowl for
whipping cream is one that is deep with a rounded bottom. The cream
should come out of the refrigerator just before whipping. Whipped
cream may be used at either soft or firm peaks, depending on
preference. It may be flavored as desired. For best results, start
whipping on Low and gradually increase to High. Whip cream just
before using.
FOOD PROCESSOR TIPS AND HINTS
• Liquids in work bowl should not exceed 1½ cups. Use quantities
given in the recipe section as a guide.
• Do not overload the work bowl. For best results, most foods should
not reach more than two-thirds of the way up the work bowl.
Reference chart on page 15 for work bowl capacities.
Note: Liquids should not exceed the max fill line.
• Do not attempt to chop fruit pits, bones, or other hard materials,
as these are liable to damage the blade.
• Do not operate food processor attachment for more than 30 seconds
continuously.
• Food pieces should be cut about the same size to achieve even
results when chopping.
• Peel, core, and/or remove seeds and pits. Food pieces should be
between ½ and 1 inch, depending on hardness of the food.
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