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Lentil Soup
Lentil Soup in just seven minutes in the pressure cooker.
Serves: 6
2 cups dried lentils, picked over, rinsed
1 bay leaf
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1
/
2
cup white wine
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Sour cream, for garnish
Salt and pepper to taste
Add the lentils, bay leaf, garlic, onion, oil, wine and stock to the cooker. Lock lid in
place and set pressure to
Soup
for 7 minutes (see pages 7-8 for instructions).
Quick-release pressure. Check to make sure the lentils are done. If not, relock lid and
return to full pressure, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Remove bay leaf. Season to taste.
Serve in bowls with a dollop of sour crème. Yummy!
Curried Lentils
Lentils are an inexpensive (and protein packed) legume that don’t have a very
pronounced flavor. This recipe gets a major boost in the taste department with a good
amount of curry. Serve them up as a vegetarian entree or the perfect side for any meal
that could use a little pick me up.
2 cups dried lentils
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
5 teaspoons chicken base
1
/
4
teaspoon turmeric
1 large onion, chopped
salt to taste
Rinse the lentils in a colander, picking through them to make sure there are no stones or
other objects. Add all ingredients to pressure cooker, stir and securely lock on lid. Set the
cooker to
Vegetable
and cook for 7 minutes.
Perform a quick release to release the pressure and remove the lid. Test lentils for
doneness. If not to your liking, re-lock the lid and cook on
Vegetable
for another 2
minutes. Salt to taste and serve with a slotted spoon.
For a spicer curry, try adding a teaspoon of chili powder and ground ginger. For even
spicer yet, throw in a pinch of cayenne pepper.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this electrical appliance, safety precautions must always be
observed, including the following:
A Pressure Cooker is very safe when used properly.
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READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
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Close adult supervision must be provided when this appliance is used
by or near children. Keep pressure cooker out of the reach of children.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
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Do not use an extension cord with this product. This appliance has a
grounded 3-prong plug. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.
Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
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Do not use an extension cord with this pressure cooker. However,
if one is used it should be a heavy duty extension cord and it must
have a rating equal to or exceeding the rating of this appliance.
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Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug. If the appliance is not
working as it should, has been dropped or damaged, left outdoors or
dropped into water, do not use it and return it to the manufacturer for
proper service, repair, or replacement.
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Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
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Do not place near hot gas or electric burner.
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Always use in a well ventilated area.
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For indoor use only.
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The pressure cooker is for household use only. The pressure cooker
should not be used for other than the intended use.
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Do not cover the appliance or have it near flammable material
including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like when in operation.
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Do not cover the pressure valves with anything. An explosion may
occur.
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Do not use without the removable cooking pot in place. This will reduce
the risk of electrical shock.
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Do not fill the pressure cooker more than
4
/
5
full with food. When
cooking foods that expand during cooking do not fill the unit over
3
/
5
full.
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When cooking food under pressure, at least 1
1
/
2
cup (12 oz.) of
liquid must be used.
