Cuisinart CRC-400C manual

Rice Cooker INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. CRC-400C CRC-400C IB-4932A-CAN eng 3/23/04 6:14 PM Page 2[...]

IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs. 3. T o protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the Rice Cooker housing in water or any other liquid. If housing falls into liquid, unplug the cord from outlet immediately . DO NOT reach into the liquid. 4. T o avoid possible acciden[...]

FEA TURES AND BENEFITS 1. Glass Lid w/ Stainless Steel Rim and Steam V ent: See-through glass lid allows you to view the rice while the steam vent helps to prevent splattering. Stainless steel rim accents any kitchen. 2. Steaming T ray: Allows you to steam a variety of foods while the rice is cooking. 3. Cooking Pot: Nonstick coating prevents the r[...]

3 5 to 10 minutes before serving for best results. Do not remove the cover and peek. • After rice “rests” for 5 to 10 minutes, open Rice Cooker cover and stir rice gently with rice paddle or a wooden spoon. If rice is not ready to serve, re-cover and let stand on "W arm" until ready . • The Rice Cooker will switch to the "War[...]

4 3. Measure desired amount of raw rice with the measuring cup provided. Rinse rice if needed. See “Cooking Rice Chart” for rice to water ratios. 4. Choose one of the following ways to add water or stock for cooking: a. Using the measuring cup provided for rice, measure the appropriate amount of water using standard liquid measuring cup. See &q[...]

5 Rice/Grain Serves Amount Rice Amount W ater/Liquid (in Rice Cooker Cups) (in standard liquid measure cups) Long-Grain White 2 1 1-1/4 (310ml) Long-Grain White 4 2 2-1/8 (530ml) Long-Grain White 6 3 3 (750ml) Long-Grain White 8 4 3-2/3 (915ml) Medium Grain White 2 1 1-1/4 (310ml) Medium Grain White 4 2 2 (500ml) Medium Grain White 6 3 2-3/4 (690ml[...]

6 Steaming V egetables, Poultry , Seafood or Hard Cooked Eggs Place indicated amount of water into the Rice Cooking Bowl. The amount needed will vary according to the type of food being cooked. Arrange foods in a single layer in the steaming tray . Vegetables should be cut in similar sizes as indicated. Cooking times are approximate and will yield [...]

RECIPES Y our Rice Cooker comes with a 6-ounce (12 tablespoons or 3/4 of a standard 1-cup measure) measuring cup. All recipes in this Instruction & Recipe Book are written using the rice/grain/cereal measured with the Rice Cooker measuring cup. The liquid is measured with a traditional liquid measure (1 cup = 8 ounces = 16 tablespoons). Only wh[...]

8 Y ellow Rice and Black Bean Salad This colourful salad is delicious with grilled seafood. Garnish with sliced avocado. Makes 8 cups (2L) 1 cucumber , peeled & seeded, cut in 1/4-inch (0.6cm) dice 1-1/2 teaspoon (7ml) kosher salt, divided 1 teaspoon (5ml) vegetable oil 1 teaspoon (5ml) turmeric 3/4 teaspoon (4ml) ground cumin, divided 1-1/2 cu[...]

9 Forbidden Rice Salad This black rice was once reserved only for the Emperor , forbidden to all others. Makes about 3 cups (750ml) (6 servings) 3/4 cup (Rice Cooker) Forbidden Rice 1-1/3 cups (330ml) water 1 sweet potato (6 ounces (170g)), peeled and cut in 1/2-inch (1.25cm) cubes 3 green onions (include 2-3 inches (5- 7.5cm) of green), trimmed an[...]

SIDE DISHES Curried Rice Pilaf with Apricots & Pine Nuts Makes 4 cups (1L) (6 to 8 servings) 1 tablespoon (15ml) unsalted butter 1/2 cup (125ml) chopped onion 1-1/2 teaspoons (7ml) curry powder 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) turmeric 2 cups (Rice Cooker) long grain white rice 2-1/4 cups (560ml) water 1 teaspoon (5ml) kosher salt 1/2 cup (125ml) slivered dr[...]

11 Confetti Pilaf This mixture of wheat berries and brown and wild rices is finished off with green peas and chopped red bell pepper – the look is wonderfully full of color , and the pilaf is perfect with grilled chicken or fish. Makes 4 cups (1L) (eight servings) 1/2 cup (Rice Cooker) wheat berries* (not cracked wheat or bulgur) boiling water 1 [...]

12 ENTRÉES Sun-Dried T omato Pearl Couscous Makes 2 cups (500ml) (four servings) 1 teaspoon (5ml) extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons (45ml) finely chopped onion or shallot 1 cup (Rice Cooker) pearl couscous (also known as Israeli couscous)* 3/4 cup (188ml) low-sodium chicken stock 3/4 cup (188ml) water 1/4 teaspoon (1ml) kosher salt 1/4 cup (60m[...]

13 Creamy Fontina Risotto with Mushrooms This creamy risotto makes a marvelous side dish or can be served as a first course. Makes 3 cups (750ml) (serves 6 as a side dish, 4 as a first course) 2-1/2 teaspoons (12ml) unsalted butter , divided 2-1/2 teaspoons (12ml) extra virgin olive oil, divided 1/3 cup (80ml) finely chopped onion or shallot 1 cup [...]

14 “Not” Fried Rice A quick and healthy version of that carry-out favourite. Makes 4 cups (1L) 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) sesame oil 3 ounces (85g) chicken tender , cut into 1/4-inch pieces 8 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, cut in half lengthwise 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce (can use low-sodium) 1 teaspoon (5ml) rice vinegar 1/4 teaspoon (1ml) sugar [...]

15 Couscous with Shrimp & Scallops Easy enough to be a weeknight entrée. Makes 2 entrée servings 6 ounces (170g) shrimp, peeled, deveined, cut in half lengthwise 6 ounces (170g) bay scallops 2 teaspoons (10ml) extra virgin olive oil, divided cooking spray 1 shallot, peeled, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon (5ml) thyme 1 cup (Rice Cook[...]

Lemony Brown Basmati Rice & Chicken T urn this into a vegetarian entrée by substituting canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained) for the chicken. Makes 2 entrée servings 8 ounces (225g) boneless, skinless chicken breast* 1 teaspoon (5ml) extra virgin olive oil cooking spray 1-1/2 teaspoons (7ml) basil, divided 3/4 teaspoon (3ml) kosher salt, div[...]

17 Jambalaya with Sausage & Shrimp Makes 4 cups (1L) 4 ounces (1 12g) smoked chicken or turkey andouille sausage* 8 ounces (225g) shrimp, peeled, deveined, cut in half lengthwise Cooking spray 1 teaspoon (5ml) good quality olive oil 1/2 cup (125ml) finely chopped onions 1/4 cup (60ml) finely chopped celery 3 tablespoons (45ml) chopped green bel[...]

18 W ARRANTY Three-Y ear Limited W arranty This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart ™ Rice Cooker . This warranty is available to con- sumers only . Y ou are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ™ Rice Cooker that was purchased at retail for personal, family , or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law[...]

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