Hints and Tips:
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To ensure the best cooking performance when pressure cooking, always make
sure the recipe calls for at least 1 cup (8 oz.) of water or other liquid so enough
steam can be generated to create pressure.
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When using the HIGH or LOW pressure settings, the timer will not start counting
‘down’ until sufficient steam pressure is generated.
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When pressure cooking, if you are not sure how much cooking time is necessary,
it is better to ‘under’ cook. Then use the “quick release” method, remove Lid and
check for doneness.
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Never fill the Removable Cooking Pot more than half full with food or 2/3 full with
liquid. The 3-in-1 Cooker must have enough liquid to create steam or food will not
cook properly.
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If the 3-in-1 Cooker and other appliance(s) are plugged into the same electrical
outlet, an electrical overload may occur, causing the circuit breaker to open.
Make sure the 3-in-1 Cooker is plugged into a
separate
120 volt electrical outlet.
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Tougher, less expensive cuts of meats are better suited for your NESCO
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Professional 3-in-1 Cooker because the steam pressure helps break down the
tough fibers in the meat making them more tender and palatable.
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Fresh fruit should be cooked under low pressure.
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When pressure cooking beans, add a teaspoon of oil to the water to reduce the
amount of foaming.
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Use handy Glass Lid to cover cooking pot to prevent spattering when browning
cuts of meat or when slow cooking foods.
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Any liquid such as oils, oil-based marinades and dressings should not be used in
3-in-1 Cooker.
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Liquids that contain water can be used when pressure cooking. These include
wine, beer, stocks, tomato and other vegetable and fruit juices. Wine must be
mixed with an equivalent amount of water because it evaporates quickly during
cooking.
NOTE: The boiling point of water decreases as the altitude increases, and this changes
your 3-in-1 Cooker’s performance. When pressure cooking at higher altitudes, the following
will apply: Add 5% to the cooking time for every 1,000 feet above the first 2,000 feet.
Example: At 3,000 feet add 5%; 4,000 feet add 10%; 5,000 feet add 15%; etc. Remember,
the longer you cook, the more liquid needs to be added to the 3-in-1 Cooker.
Troubleshooting:
If you have added sufficient water or other liquid, and the Floating Valve has not risen
after timer started counting ‘down’, perform the following steps:
1.
Stop the 3-in-1 Cooker by pressing the START/STOP button.
2.
Turn the Pressure Regulator Knob to Steam, using short bursts, until the pressure is
fully released.
3.
Remove the Lid and add approximately 1 cup water, stock or other liquid. Stir food to
disperse the added liquid.
4.
Replace Lid and lock into place. Turn Pressure Regulator Knob to Pressure.
5.
Press HIGH or LOW pressure button and set the desired cooking time.
6.
Press the START/STOP button to begin cooking again.
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Troubleshooting
(Cont.)
If steam is escaping from under the Lid, the Rubber Gasket may be damaged,
defective or not positioned correctly, so please follow these steps:
1.
Press the START/STOP button.
2.
Release any pressure by turning the Pressure Regulator Knob to Steam, using short
bursts, until the pressure is fully released.
3.
Remove the Lid and check the Rubber Gasket for tears, cracks or other signs of
damage.
4.
Make sure Rubber Gasket is positioned correctly (see page 10) .
5.
If Removable Cooking Pot is over 1/2 full of liquid, remove excess liquid. Replace Lid,
lock it in place. Turn Pressure Regulator Knob to Pressure. Press START/STOP button
and continue cooking.
If you cannot open or remove Lid, please follow these steps:
1.
Make sure all pressure has been released by turning the Pressure Regulator Knob to
Steam position.
2
If the Lid will still not open, bring food contents up to pressure again by turning the
Pressure Regulator Knob to PRESSURE and press the START/STOP button.
3.
Release the pressure completely as described in step 1.
4.
If the Lid still does not open after all pressure has been released, contact our Customer
Satisfactin Department for assistance.
Recipes
Pressure Cooker
Breakfast Burritos
Servings: 6 - 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Pressure Cooking Time: 5 minutes
1/4 cup margarine
2 tsp. garlic, minced
1 cup chorizo (Mexician cured sausage)
1 small green pepper, seeded, diced
1 small yellow pepper, seeded, diced
2 roma tomatoes, chopped into large pieces
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
8 eggs
1 package tortillas
Melt margarine, using the BROWN setting. Add garlic, brown lightly. Add chorizo, continue
to brown and separate meat. Stir frequently. Remove meat mixture, drain fat, scrape off
brown bits and set aside. Add peppers in cooker, brown lightly. Add tomatoes, cayenne
pepper, brown lightly. Remove vegetables from cooker, set aside. Crack eggs into a bowl.
Pour eggs into cooker, lightly scramble, add meat and vegetable mixture. Cover and lock lid
in place. Turn regulator knob to Pressure. Select HIGH cooking mode and cook 5 minutes.
Release pressure by using the quick release method. Unlock and remove lid. Pour mixture
on tortilla, and serve.
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