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Chili con Carne

Ingredients:

2 lbs. lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1½  c. onions, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, pureed
1 Tbsp. ground cumin, toasted
3 Tbsp. chili powder (Try chili blends such as ancho and chipotle)
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 scant Tbsp. canned Chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, chopped
3 c. canned plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
¼ c. beef stock
1 bay leaf
Stems of cilantro tied with cotton kitchen twine
1 c. canned red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 c. canned white kidney beans, rinsed and drained
¼ c. fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped

Garnish
1 c. Monterey Jack cheese, grated
1 c. sour cream
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
2 limes, cut into wedges
Tortilla chips

Method: 

Heat a 12” Calphalon nonstick omelette pan over medium heat. Add olive 
oil and heat one minute. Add beef and brown. Pour off excess fat and 
transfer beef to slow cooker crock. In same pan, add onions and cook 
until transparent, about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and continue to cook over 
medium heat for another minute. Be careful not to burn garlic. 
Transfer to slow cooker crock. Add cumin, chili powder, cayenne, chipotle 
chilies, tomatoes, beef stock, bay leaf and stems of cilantro. Cover with lid 
and cook 1 1/2 hours on high and 30 minutes on Low. Add beans, season 
with salt and pepper and cook 30 additional minutes on Low. Remove 
cilantro stems and stir in chopped cilantro and mix well. Serve with garnish 
of Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, green onion, limes and chips.

Serves 6

Summary of Contents for Model HE400SC

Page 1: ...4 Qt Digital Slow Cooker USER GUIDE Model HE400SC...

Page 2: ...fully review this guide before using your slow cooker and keep it handy for future reference should you have any questions about your slow cooker s operation TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions page...

Page 3: ...y Messages Always read and obey the safety messages included in this guide Look for the following safety symbols which will alert you to potential hazards WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COU...

Page 4: ...ace Do not place on sink drain board 8 Do not operate the unit on furniture with wood finishes 9 Allow air circulation around the slow cooker keeping it away from window treatments walls towels or oth...

Page 5: ...ng Instead refrigerate foods in separate storage containers 22 Do not reheat foods using your slow cooker 23 The slow cooker is not designed to operate via a separate remote control system or external...

Page 6: ...as a safety precaution to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from becoming entangled with a longer cord Do not allow children to be near this appliance without adult supervision Lon...

Page 7: ...ng process 3 Four Quart Ceramic Crock is removable for easy cleaning in the dishwasher 4 Cool Touch Handles stay cool easy and comfortable to grasp 5 Digital Display and Timer easy to read 24 hour dig...

Page 8: ...sert ceramic crock into slow cooker base 4 Place slow cooker on a level dry surface Allow air circulation around the slow cooker keeping it away from window treatments walls towels etc 5 Plug power co...

Page 9: ...vegetables first then meat and pour any cooking liquids over top Step 2 SELECT COOKING MODE Each time the slow cooker is powered on you will notice it displays a default setting of the High cooking m...

Page 10: ...ooking Mode If you decide you d like to change the cooking mode or time during the cooking process you may press the corresponding buttons or arrows to adjust accordingly The time will adjust by 30 mi...

Page 11: ...ase of the slow cooker Carefully tilt the lid away from you to avoid burns from escaping steam Use hot pads to remove the crock from the slow cooker if desired Never place the hot slow cooker or crock...

Page 12: ...by about one half unless making soup or long grain rice If you lift the lid at the end of the cooking time and discover there is too much liquid that has accumulated during cooking remove the lid Set...

Page 13: ...plug 2 REMOVE LEFTOVERS Remove any leftover food and place in storage containers refrigerate Do not store leftovers in the crock 3 COOL Let the slow cooker cool completely before attempting any cleani...

Page 14: ...d Slow Cooker Settings in the Quick Start Guide Also you may want to look at existing slow cooker recipes They provide suggested cook times and heat settings Most foods may be cooked on either the Low...

Page 15: ...oker to serve dishes such as mashed potatoes If so what setting should I use Yes Simply spray your ceramic crock with nonstick cooking spray and spoon in the mashed potatoes Cover with the lid and set...

Page 16: ...ial or workmanship within one year of the original purchase with the original sales receipt This warranty applies when the slow cooker is put to normal household use and is operated and cared for acco...

Page 17: ...fax or mailing address Please do not return the product to the store Please contact us directly with questions or comments about your slow cooker Thank you Web site www calphalon com Write Us Calphal...

Page 18: ...ine flour salt and pepper in a shallow dish Coat chicken thighs in flour mixture and transfer pieces to a plate Heat a 12 Calphalon nonstick omelette pan over medium high heat Add olive oil and heat f...

Page 19: ...ions finely chopped 2 limes cut into wedges Tortilla chips Method Heat a 12 Calphalon nonstick omelette pan over medium heat Add olive oil and heat one minute Add beef and brown Pour off excess fat an...

Page 20: ...2011...

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