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10

A Beginner’s Guide to Slow Cooking

In years gone by, food cooked in 

large pots and allowed to simmer for 

hours was full of flavour, moist and 

tender. The slow cooker is designed 

to produce these same results, whilst 

leaving you the time to do other 

things, making it perfect for today’s 

busy lifestyles.
Here is a guide to help simplify the 

process of slow cooking, allowing you 

to obtain maximum satisfaction from 

your slow cooker:

Timing

Always allow sufficient time for the 

food to cook. It is almost impossible 

to over-cook in the slow cooker 

particularly when using the Low 

Setting.
Most of the recipes contained within 

this book can be cooked on the High 

or Low settings, however the cooking 

times will vary accordingly. Each 

recipe will give specific instructions 

indicating the appropriate settings 

and suggested cooking times.

Adapting Cooking Time

Your favourite traditional recipes 

can be adapted easily by halving 

the amount of liquid and increasing 

the cooking time considerably. The 

following is a guide to adjusting your 

favourite recipes:

NOTE:

 High humidity, altitude, 

cold tap water, ingredients and 

minor fluctuations may slightly 

affect the cooking times in the 

slow cooker.

NOTE:

 These times are 

approximate. Times can vary 

depending on ingredients and 

quantities in recipes.

Adapting Liquid Amounts

When food is cooking in your slow 

cooker, most moisture is retained. To 

allow for this when using traditional 

recipes it is advisable to halve the 

liquid content.
However, after cooking, if the liquid 

quantity is excessive, remove the lid 

and operate the slow cooker on the 

High Setting for 30–45 minutes or until 

the liquid reduces by the desired 

amount. Alternatively, the liquid can 

be thickened by adding a mixture of 

cornflour and water.

Stirring the Food

Little or no stirring is required when 

using the Low Setting. However, stirring 

the food when using the High setting 

ensures more even flavour distribution.

Traditional Recipe Time

Kambrook Profile Slow 

Cooker Recipe Time

15–30 minutes

4–6 hours on Low Setting

60 minutes

6–8 hours on Low Setting

1–3 hours

8–12 hours on Low Setting

Summary of Contents for PROFILE KSC450

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Page 2: ...Instruction Booklet Profile Slow Cooker KSC450 ...

Page 3: ...use In the event that you need some assistance with your Kambrook appliance please contact our Customer Service Department on 1300 139 798 Australia or 0800 273 845 New Zealand Alternatively visit us on our website at www kambrook com au or www kambrook co nz ...

Page 4: ...Safety First Your Kambrook Profile Slow Cooker p6 Using Your Kambrook Profile p7 Slow Cooker Using The Temperature p8 Control Settings A Beginner s Guide to p9 Slow Cooking Hints and Tips p13 Care Cleaning and Storage p14 Recipes p15 ...

Page 5: ...nd on all sides for air circulation Always ensure the slow cooker is properly assembled before use Follow the instructions provided in this book Always operate the slow cooker on a stable and heat resistant surface Ensure the removable cooking bowl is correctly positioned in the slow cooker base before you commence cooking Never plug in or switch on the slow cooker without having the removable coo...

Page 6: ...t due to residual heat If you are not home during the slow cooking process and the power goes out throw away the food even if it looks done If you are at home finish cooking the ingredients immediately by some other means such as on a gas stove on the outdoor grill or at a house where the power is on When you are at home and if the food was completely cooked before the power went out the food shou...

Page 7: ...should be performed at an authorised Kambrook Service Centre This appliance is for household use only Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use Do not use in moving vehicles or boats Do not use outdoors Misuse may cause injury The installation of a residual current device safety switch is recommended to provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances ...

Page 8: ...er 1 Glass lid allows you to monitor food during cooking 2 Removable cooking bowl with 6 litre capacity 3 Cool touch handles 4 Brushed stainless steel housing 5 Temperature Control Dial with Low High and Auto Settings 6 Power On Light ...

Page 9: ...and switch the power on at the power outlet Select the required setting using the temperature control dial or as recommended in the recipe section When cooking is complete turn the temperature control dial to the OFF position switch off at the power outlet and then unplug WARNING Always use the slow cooker on a dry level surface WARNING Never operate without food and liquid in the removable cookin...

Page 10: ...e Low Setting Some foods may boil when cooked on the High Setting so it may be necessary to add extra liquid This will depend on the recipe and the amount of time in which it is cooked Occasional stirring of stews and casseroles will improve the flavour distribution Auto Setting The Auto Setting will first cook on a high temperature for a period of time to bring the food quickly to the desirable t...

Page 11: ... increasing the cooking time considerably The following is a guide to adjusting your favourite recipes NOTE High humidity altitude cold tap water ingredients and minor fluctuations may slightly affect the cooking times in the slow cooker NOTE These times are approximate Times can vary depending on ingredients and quantities in recipes Adapting Liquid Amounts When food is cooking in your slow cooke...

Page 12: ... oil required Roasting Roasting meats in the slow cooker creates tender flavoursome results that are easy to slice The long slow A Beginner s Guide to Slow Cooking continued covered cooking process breaks down and softens the connective and muscle tissue within the meat Cheaper cuts of meat can be used to provide perfect results cooked by this method Meat will not brown during the roasting process...

Page 13: ... results seal in a frypan before pot roasting Suitable Cuts for Pot Roasting Meat Suggested Cut Beef Lamb Veal Pork Blade Rump Rib Roast Sirloin Fresh Silverside Topside Leg Mid Loin Rack Crown Roast Shank Shoulder Mini Roasts Leg Loin Rack Shoulder Forequarter Loin Neck Leg Racks remove skin and fat Meat Suggested Cut Beef Lamb Veal Pork Beef Topside Blade Silverside Roasts Rolled Brisket Forequa...

Page 14: ...re adding to other foods cooking in the slow cooker Preparing Dried Beans and Pulses If time permits overnight soaking of dried beans and pulses is preferable After soaking drain and place in the slow cooker and cover with sufficient water to reach double their volume Cook beans on the High Setting for 2 4 hours or until tender Pre soaked beans and pulses will cook a little faster ...

Page 15: ... and glass lid with care Do use oven mitts when lifting the cooking bowl containing hot liquids Do place the removable cooking bowl onto a heat proof placemat when serving from the cooking bowl at the table Don ts Do not place cooking bowl or glass lid into or under cold water while still hot Do not use the removable cooking bowl or glass lid if chipped or cracked Do not operate the slow cooker wi...

Page 16: ... be washed in hot soapy water using a mild household detergent Rinse and dry thoroughly NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners steel wool or metal scouring pads as these can damage the surfaces NOTE The cooking bowl and glass lid are dishwasher safe however care should be taken not to chip or crack the cooking bowl or lid The stainless steel housing can be wiped over with a soft damp cloth and then dri...

Page 17: ...ssoise Serves 6 8 3 leeks or onions 2 tablespoons 40g butter 1 extra onion peeled and chopped Salt and pepper to taste 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced 5 cups 1 litres chicken stock 1 cups 375ml milk cup 190ml cream cup sour cream 1 tablespoons chopped chives 1 Halve the leeks lengthwise wash thoroughly to remove all grit slice finely 2 If using onions peel and slice Melt butter in a pan add lee...

Page 18: ...milk 5 Blend flour with a little milk add some of the hot soup and blend until smooth Stir flour mixture into the soup cook until thickened 6 Serve topped with parsley French Onion Soup Serves 6 8 7 cups 1 litres beef stock 5 tablespoons 100g butter 5 onions peeled and thickly sliced 1 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoons sugar 1 3 cup 50g flour 1 3 cup 85ml brandy 1 cups grated Parmesan cheese 1 Pour sto...

Page 19: ...at and vegetables 5 Cover with lid and cook on LOW setting for 6 8 hours or HIGH setting for 3 4 hours or AUTO setting for 4 5 hours 6 Just before serving sprinkle with grated cheese Chilli Con Carne Serves 6 8 750g dry red kidney beans 750g round steak cut into thin strips 1 3 cup 50g flour 1 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoons chilli powder 1 large onion peeled and chopped 1 x 425g can tomatoes 3 cups 75...

Page 20: ...medium leek trimmed washed and finely chopped 2 carrots peeled and finely chopped 2 cloves garlic peeled and crushed 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley 2 tablespoons chopped chives 2 bay leaves 6 sprigs thyme 2 x 10cm pieces celery 2 cups 500ml red wine 1 Make a bouquet garni tie securely with fine string bay leaves thyme and celery Leave a length of string attached so that the bouquet garni can...

Page 21: ...tly 4 Remove from pan drain and place into the removable cooking bowl 5 Add the garlic stock brandy tomatoes mushrooms and bouquet garni 6 Cover with lid and cook on LOW setting for 6 8 hours or HIGH setting for 3 4 hours or AUTO setting for 4 5 hours 7 Serve on a bed of hot rice or couscous and sprinkle with parsley To thicken the sauce blend 1 tablespoons flour and 1 tablespoons milk until smoot...

Page 22: ...r 6 8 hours or HIGH setting for 3 4 hours or AUTO setting for 4 5 hours 5 Serve garnished with chopped parsley Beef Curry Serves 6 8 2kg blade or chuck steak 1 3 cup 50g flour 1 3 cup 80ml vegetable oil 1 medium onion peeled and finely chopped 6 cloves garlic peeled and crushed 1 small piece fresh ginger peeled and grated teaspoon ground chilli powder teaspoon ground cumin teaspoon ground coriande...

Page 23: ...er with lid and cook on LOW setting for 6 8 hours or HIGH setting for 3 4 hours or AUTO setting for 4 5 hours 4 At 15 minutes before serving switch to HIGH setting and stir in the sour cream 5 Serve with fluffy rice or couscous Chicken Parisienne Serves 6 8 8 chicken breasts Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoons paprika 1 cups 375ml dry white wine 2 x 440ml cans cream of chicken soup 1 x 440g can s...

Page 24: ...ired Place corned beef on oven proof platter 4 Mix the glaze ingredients together until smooth then spoon over the corned beef 5 Bake in a preheated oven at 200ºC for 20 30 minutes basting occasionally with glaze Serve hot or cold Ratatouille Serves 6 8 3 medium onions peeled and sliced 1 medium eggplant trimmed and cubed 4 large zucchini trimmed and sliced 3 red capsicum trimmed and sliced 6 toma...

Page 25: ...with thickened cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg NOTE Replenish water in the cooking bowl during the cooking time if required Ensure the water does not ingress into the pudding bowl Scalloped Potatoes Serves 6 8 8 slices bacon trimmed 12 14 medium potatoes peeled and thinly sliced 3 medium onions peeled and thinly sliced Salt pepper and paprika to taste 1 cups grated Cheddar cheese 2 x 28...

Page 26: ... bowl and add 1 2 litres of water Place the prepared pudding bowl onto the trivet 6 Cover with lid and cook on LOW setting for 4 5 hours Serve warm NOTE Replenish water in the cooking bowl during the cooking time if required Ensure the water does not ingress into the pudding bowl or dish Baked Apples Serves 6 8 cup dried fruits 1 3 cup brown sugar firmly packed 1 teaspoons cinnamon 3 tablespoons 6...

Page 27: ...ried fruit 1 3 cup sugar 3 x 60g eggs 4 cups 1 litre milk 1 teaspoons vanilla essence 1 Layer half of the bread slices buttered side up in a greased heatproof dish that will fit in the removable cooking bowl 2 Add a layer of fruit and sugar over the bread and continue the layers until all bread is used 3 Lightly beat the eggs milk and vanilla together gently pour over the bread Allow to stand for ...

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