OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:
The programmable Slow Cooker can be programmed in half hour (30
minutes) increments from 00:30 (30 minutes) to 20:00 (20 hours). Press the TIME button
followed by the UP or DOWN arrows to adjust target cook time at any time while the
Slow Cooker is cooking.
Add depth of flavor and rich color to your slow cooked dishes by browning and searing
your food in the aluminum pot before slow cooking.
For best results:
Remove meat from the refrigerator and set it out at room temperature
for at least 20 minutes before searing.
Browning & Searing in the Aluminum Pot
1. For a flavorful, seared crust, generously season meat or poultry with your favorite
spice rub before searing.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable or peanut oil to the aluminum pot. (Do not use
butter or olive oil as they tend to burn at high temperatures.)
NOTE:
The amount of additional fat needed depends on the fattiness of the
meat.
3. Press the lid lock button and lift the lid. Remove the aluminum pot from the slow
cooker body, and place it directly on the stovetop.
4. Turn burner heat to HIGH.
5. When the oil is simmering hot, add meats to the aluminum pot, fat-side down;
place poultry pieces skin-side down. Sear meat for a few minutes until brown,
then turn food until all surfaces are browned.
WARNING:
Use caution while
searing. Use protective oven mitts. Keep hands and face away from the aluminum
pan opening. Avoid contact with hot oil as it may sputter and spit.
CAUTION:
Use protective oven mitts when removing aluminum pot from stovetop
to bring back to slow cooker body.
6. After all food is browned, it may be necessary to de-fat the cooking liquid. Use
a slice of bread, a spoon, or a straining spoon to skim off excess fat prior to slow
cooking. For best results, always add recipe cooking liquid to the aluminum pot
first. To ensure a flavorful cooking liquid and to prevent future burning, use a
plastic or wood spoon to loosen browned flavorful bits and deglaze the aluminum
pot.
WARNING:
To avoid scratching the non-stick ceramic coating, never use sharp
utensils when stirring foods in the aluminum pot.
7. Prepare ingredients according to recipe instructions. Place food into the
aluminum pot. DO NOT FILL THE POT TO THE TOP WITH FOOD. For best results, the
aluminum pot should be at least half-filled. When cooking soups or stews, allow
a 2-inch space between the food and the top of the cooking pot, so ingredients
can come to a simmer.
NOTE:
When cooking a meat and vegetable combination, place the vegetables
in the bottom of the aluminum pot first. Then add the browned meat and other
ingredients.
NOTE:
When cooking on HIGH, check cooking progress, as some recipes may
come to boil and may require additional water.
8. Remember that frequent lifting of the lid during cooking delays the slow cooking
time.
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