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RICE AND GAINS
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To enhance the flavors of Rice and Grains, use half consomme or broth and half water in the
Rice Dish. Never put anything but water in the Water Reservoir (base unit).
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Always fill reservoir to minimum level before connecting to power supply.
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There are many types of rice. Follow specific directions for variety used.
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Check if done and consistency of rice at minimum time specified in chart, while stirring rice at
same time.
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For softer rice, increase water in Rice Bowl (2 - 3 Tbs.) and increase cooking time
approximately 5 - 7 minutes. For more firm rice, reduce water and time by same amount.
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When checking or stirring rice be careful not to drip the condensate into the Rice Bowl, which
would degrade the flavor and quality of the steamed rice.
Combine in Rice Bowl
Rice / Grain
Rice
Water
Cooking time
(minutes)
Instant
3/4 Cup
1 Cup
15 - 20
Long Grain Mix:
- Regular (6 oz. pkg.)
Mix
1-1/2 Cups
50 - 55
- Instant (6 1/2 oz. pkg.)
Mix
1-3/4 Cups
17 - 22
Oatmeal
3/4 Cup
1 Cup
55 - 60
White:
- Long grain
3/4 Cup
1-1/4 Cups
50 - 55
- Regular
1 Cup
1 Cup
45 - 50
VEGETABLES
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Steaming will bring out the fresh flavor, color and texture of the vegetable. Steamed vegetables
are fat-free and low in calories. The nutrients are steamed into the vegetables and not cooked
out.
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Always fill reservoir to at least minimum level before connecting to power supply.
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Clean vegetables thoroughly. Remove stems, peel or chop if needed. Smaller pieces of food
steam more quickly than larger pieces.
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Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming. Stir after steaming 10 - 12 minutes.
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Quantity, quality, freshness and size of foods will affect the steaming times. Adjust water
amounts and steaming time as desired.
Vegetable
Amount/Weight
Cooking time (minutes)
Artichokes, fresh
2 - 3 medium
35 - 40
Asparagus, spears
1 lb.
12 - 17