Cuisinart IB-8083 manuale d’uso

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book car efully before using. INSTRUCTION BOOKLET IB-8083 Recipe Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart ® Compact Microwave CMW -55 Series[...]

2 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: T o reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive micr owave ener - gy , and when using electrical applianc- es, basic safety precautions should be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2. Read and follow the spe[...]

3 DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID. 19. T o reduce the risk of injury to persons: a. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. Use a wide-mouth container . b. Stir liquid both befor e and halfway through heating it. c. Do not overheat liquid. d. Use extr eme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the conta[...]

4 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding r educes the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wir e for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord with a gr ounding wire and gr ounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is proper - ly ins[...]

5 IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS 1. The oven must be placed on a level surface. 2. The glass turntable and tur ntable assembly must be in the oven dur - ing cooking. Handle the glass turn- table carefully and place cookwar e on it gently to avoid possible break- age. 3. Incorrect use of a browning dish may cause the turntable to break, see page 6. 4. Use o[...]

6 MA TERIALS YOU CAN USE IN MICROWA VE Ar cing is sparks or electric flashes that crackle or pop. Arcing can pr oduce heat that is quite intense and can damage the interior of the microwave or containers being used in the microwave. It can also cause fir e. Ar cing occurs when metal containers are used in the micr owave and can also occur with the [...]

7 MA TERIALS TO BE A VOIDED IN MICROWA VE Aluminum tray May cause ar cing. T ransfer food to microwave-safe dish. Food carton with metal handle May cause arcing. T ransfer food to microwave-safe dish. Metal or metal- trimmed utensils Metal shields the food from micr owave ener gy . Metal trim may cause arcing. Metal twist ties May cause arcing and [...]

8 2. Do not remove the legs from the bottom of the oven. 3. Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm) above the oven. A minimum clearance of 3.0 (8cm) inches is requir ed between the oven and any adjacent walls. One side must be open. 4. Remove any protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet sur - face. 5. Do not remove the light brown [...]

9 2. KITCHEN TIMER 1. Press touchpad 9/KITCHEN TIMER. LED will display 00:00. 2. Press the number keys to enter the desired cooking time. Enter hours and/or minutes as corre- sponding 00 is flashing on dis- play . The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds. 3. Press ST ART/+30SEC. to confirm setting. 4. When the cooking time has elapsed,[...]

10 the defrost by time function; screen will display dEF2. 2. Press number keys to enter defrosting time. The time range is 00:01–99:99. 3. Press ST ART/+30SEC. to start defrosting. The LED will show the remaining defr osting time. Notes a. If the time entered is not within 00:01–99:99, the setting will not work. b. The default microwave power [...]

11 Soup 1. Press SOUP repeatedly until the number you wish appears in the display . 4.0, 8.0,12.0,16.0 will be displayed in sequence. For example, press SOUP twice; 8.0 appears in the display . 2. Press ST ART/+30 SEC. to cook. 3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished. 0:00 displays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displ[...]

12 6. T o operate microwave on a Memory immediately after saving it, press ST ART/+30SEC. T o run a procedur e that has been saved previously: 1. Pr ess MEMOR Y until the proce - dure’ s number displays (1, 2 or 3). The LED will display the selected number . 2. Pr ess ST ART/ +30 SEC. to start cooking. 3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is [...]

13 Item Weight/ Amount Display Notes Popcorn (U se only prepackaged bagged popcorn. Do no t pop lo ose popcorn) 1 .75 ounces 1.7 5 Place prepackaged bagged popcorn in microwave according to package directions, making sure proper side of bag is up. P op only o ne bag at a t ime. Use care when removing from microwave and o pening hot bag. 3.00 ounces[...]

14 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Oven will n ot s tar t a. Electrical cord for o ven is not plugged in. b. Door is open. c. Wrong operation is se t. a. Plug into the outlet. b. Clos e the do or and tr y again. c. Check ins truc tions. Ar cing or spar king a. Materials to be av oided in microwave oven were used. b. The oven [...]

15 W ARRANTY LIMITED THREE-YEAR W ARRANTY This warranty is available to consumers only . Y ou are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ® Compact Microwave that was pur chased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise requir ed under applica- ble law , this warranty is not available to retail- ers or other commercial pur cha[...]

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23 23 Spoon into a prepar ed 9-inch cookie crumb crust, chill and serve as a pie. Nutritional information per serving (one-half cup): Calories 331 (58% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 2g • fat 22g • sat. fat 12g • chol. 43mg • sod. 200mg • calc. 62mg • fiber 5g Cranberry Poached Pears Makes 4 servings 1 cup cranraspberry or cranberry j[...]

22 22 Applesauce Makes about 2½ cups 4 apples (about 8 ounces each)* 2½ tablespoons water , apple cider , apple juice or cranberry juice ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice (only if using water) ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon pinch of allspice pinch of nutmeg Peel, core, and cut apples into eighths. Place in a 1½-quart microwave-safe casser ole or bowl[...]

21 21 Cheddar Cheese Sauce Delicious served over microwaved broccoli and cauliflower . Makes 1 cup 1 cup r educed fat milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons unbleached all-pur - pose flour ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon dry mustard dash T abasco ® or other hot sauce to taste ¾ cup (3 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar* Place milk in a [...]

20 20 Israeli Couscous Pilaf with Cranberries, Golden Raisins and Pine Nuts This side dish is wonderful served on its own, or can be used to stuff the steamed halves of acorn squash. Makes about 3 cups (six ½-cup servings) 1 ⁄ 3 cup pine nuts 1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup chopped shallot 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped ¾ teas[...]

19 19 Nutritional information per serving (prepared without optional bacon): Calories 289 (23% from fat) • carb. 45g • pro. 13g • fat 8g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 22mg • sod. 142mg • calc. 223mg • fiber 6g Potato Salad Cooking your potatoes in the microwave for the summertime favorite keeps the kitchen cool – and no pot to wash! Makes[...]

18 18 Smashed Potatoes and Cauliflower with Garlic Cauliflower is substituted for some of the potatoes to lighten up this side dish. The best thing is no need to drain the potatoes and cauliflower , making them even easier to prepar e. Makes about 2½ cups ¾ pounds Y ukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes ½ pound cauliflower , separate[...]

17 17 ½ teaspoon finely chopped lemon zest ½ tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon dill weed ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Place all ingredients in small bowl and stir with whisk until smooth. Let stand for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend. If not serving following resting, cover and r efrigerate until ready to serve. Nutritional informa[...]

16 16 Maple Glazed Acorn Squash Since acorn squash takes about an hour to prepar e in a conventional oven, microwave cooked squash is quite a timesaver , and almost tur ns it into “fast food.” Makes 2 servings 1 acorn squash (about 1¼ to 1½ pounds), washed ¼ cup water 1 teaspoon unsalted butter 2 tablespoons maple syrup ½ teaspoon low sodiu[...]

15 15 Salmon with Julienned V egetables Makes 2 servings ½ cup julienned carrots 1 cup julienned fennel bulb 1 cup julienned r ed potato 1 ⁄ 3 cup julienned shallot ½ cup julienned plum tomato 1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 1½ teaspoons dry basil, divided ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh lemon zest 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divi[...]

14 14 Scallops Provençal The microwave shines when cooking seafood and shellfish. Makes 2 servings 1 pound sea scallops (about 8 to 10 scallops) ¼ cup finely chopped shallot or red onion 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped ½ teaspoon herbes de Provence 3 tablespoons dry white vermouth or dry white wine 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ¼ teaspoon[...]

13 13 Creamy Sweet Potato and Parsnip Soup with Ginger A soup fit for a special occasion, but simple enough to prepar e on any night. Makes 2 entrée or 4 first course servings (total yield 3 cups) ¾ pound sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into ½-inch dice ¼ pound parsnips, peeled, cut into ½-inch dice ¼ cup chopped onion ½ tablespoon chopped fresh[...]

12 12 Scrambled Eggs for T wo Makes 2 servings 1 tablespoon unsalted butter , optional 4 large eggs 1 tablespoon water kosher salt, to taste freshly gr ound pepper to taste Melt butter (if using) in a 2-cup glass measuring cup for 20 seconds on high (PL 10). Let cool one minute. Break eggs into the cup, add water , and beat to blend with a fork or [...]

11 11 CONTENTS Breakfast Scrambled Eggs for One ................. 11 Scrambled Eggs for T wo ................. 12 Omelet with Zucchini and Mushrooms............................. 12 Soups Creamy Sweet Potato and Parsnip Soup with Ginger ........................... 13 Chipotle T omato Soup ..................... 13 Entrees Scallops Provençal ........[...]

10 AUTO DEFROSTING GUIDE Follow the instructions below when defrosting dif ferent types of food. Check foods when the oven signals. After the final stage, small sections may still be icy; let them stand to continue thawing. Shielding roast and steaks with small pieces of foil prevents the edges fr om cooking before the center of the food has defros[...]

9 9 VEGET ABLE PREP ARA TION DIRECTIONS Peas edible pod – snow peas or sugar snap, 12 ounces Remove strings, trim tips and tops. W ash. Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water . Cover . Microwave on High (PL-10) for 3 to 5 minutes until crisp/ tender , stirring once during cooking. Peas, green 3 cups fresh (fr om about 2 pounds in[...]

8 8 VEGET ABLE PREP ARA TION DIRECTIONS Cauliflower 1 pound W ash; remove and discard leaves. Leave whole or cut/ break into flor ets. Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons of water . Cover . Microwave on High (PL-10), 9 to 12 minutes for a whole head, 7 to 11 minutes for florets (stirring once during cooking). Celery 6 stalks Remove le[...]

7 7 VEGET ABLE PREP ARA TION DIRECTIONS Artichokes globe (2-about 10 ounces each) Choose firm, closed artichokes. W ash well; trim stems and cut about 1 inch from top. Use kitchen scissors to snip off sharp tips from leaves. Rub/ brush cut edges with fresh lemon juice. Place in casserole/baking dish with ¼ cup water . Cover . Microwave on High (PL[...]

6 6 SUGGESTIONS FOR COOKING EGGS IN YOUR MICROW A VE • Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard-cooked eggs in the shell; they can explode. • Cook eggs just until barely set and allow for carryover cooking during which time they will finish cooking; they become tough if overcooked. SUGGESTIONS FOR COOKING VEGET ABLES IN YOUR MICROW A VE[...]

5 5 GUIDE FOR COOKING POUL TR Y IN YOUR MICROW A VE • Place poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a micr owave-safe dish. • Cover poultry with wax paper to pre - vent spattering. • Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield bone tips, thin meat areas or areas that start to over cook. • Check the temperature in several places before [...]

4 4 • T o soften hard-as-rocks br own sug- ar , place on a glass or ceramic pie plate. Cover with wax paper . T op with a slice of fresh white br ead. Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on High (PL-10) for about 30 sec- onds. • Reheat rice by placing in serving dish/bowl. For 1 cup rice, sprinkle with 2-3 teaspoons water , and cover with a plat[...]

3 3 • Soften cream cheese in micr owave. Remove from original wrapper and microwave on Medium-Low (PL-3) for about 40 to 60 seconds. • T o soften butter for baking, unwrap and place on small microwavable dish. Microwave on Low (PL-1 or PL-2) for 20 to 30 seconds for each 2 tablespoons. • T o melt butter , unwrap, cut into ta - blespoons and p[...]

2 2 TIP AND HINTS CLEANING Keeping your microwave clean will keep it working efficiently and ef fectively . • In a 2-cup measure, bring 1 cup wa- ter mixed with 2 tablespoons lemon juice or baking soda to a boil in the microwave. Allow to stand in micr o- wave for 5 minutes to steam. Then wipe walls of microwave with clean paper towels, a damp cl[...]

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