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• The time required to cook is affected by
many factors. The water and fat content of
the food, its starting temperature, and the
size of the pieces will all affect the cooking
time. For example, meat cut into pieces will
cook faster than a whole roast. Adjust the
time accordingly.
• Recipes for vegetable casseroles must
contain liquid to prevent scorching of the
sides of the Casserole.
• You may choose to substitute ingredients
in a recipe. For example, a 12 oz. can of
chicken broth could be replaced by a 10 oz.
can of tomato soup and 2 oz. of another
liquid such as water or grape juice.
• Canned beans may be added directly to
any recipe. However, dried beans (especially
red kidney beans) should be soaked in water
and boiled first. After boiling in 3 times their
volume of unsalted water, discard water and
add beans to recipe.
NOTE:
Beans must be softened completely
before they are combined with sugary and/or
acidic foods, as these have a hardening
effect on beans. In this case, beans should
be allowed to simmer until tender after
boiling (about 1-1/2 hours).
• To thicken juices or make gravy at the end
of the cooking cycle, make a smooth mixture
of 2 to 4 tbsps. (30 – 60 ml) of corn starch,
1/4 cup (60 ml) of water, and 2 tbsp. (30 ml)
of butter. Remove cooked food from
Casserole. Add the mixture to the juices
remaining in the Casserole, set to High and
stir until liquid thickens.
• Do not worry if the food remains in the
Slow Cooker longer than planned. The Slow
Cooker cooks very slowly and will be very
forgiving if you are running a little late.
GENERAL RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Prepare recipe according to directions.
2.
Place food in Ceramic Casserole and
cover with Lid.
3.
Use the following chart to help adapt your
favourite recipes to the Slow Cooker. These
times are approximate and should be used
only as general guidelines.
4.
Follow the instructions in the “How to Use
the Slow Cooker” section.
5.
Using a potholder or oven mitt, carefully
remove Lid.
CAUTION:
When removing the Lid, grasp
the knob and slowly lift the side that is away
from you to allow the steam to escape before
setting the Lid aside. To avoid burns, always
hold the Lid so that escaping steam flows
away from your hands, arms and face.
6.
Using pot holders or oven mitts grasp the
Ceramic Casserole by the handles on either
end and remove from the Base.
7.
Always place a trivet under the Casserole
before placing on table or countertop. Serve
contents.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR ADAPTING
RECIPES
• The Low setting is recommended for all
day cooking. Most meat and vegetable
combinations require at least 7 hours on
Low.
• For best flavour use whole leaf herbs and
spice during the initial preparation. If ground
herbs and spices are used, stir in during the
last hour of cooking.