Sunbeam HP8555 manual

SecretChef ™ Sear and Slow Cooker Electronic, All-in-One Sear and Slow Cooker 5.5L Instruction/Recipe Booklet HP8555 Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.[...]

Important instructions – retain for future use. Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 1 Features of your SecretChef Sear and Slow Cooker 2 The Control Panel 4 Mode settings 5 Using your SecretChef in the Slow Cook mode 6 Using your SecretChef in the Browning mode 7 Care and Cleaning 8 Hints and T ips 9 Recipes 11 Contents[...]

Sunbeam’ s Safety Precautions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM SLOW COOKER . • Do not operate the unit on an inclined surface • Do not move or cover the unit whilst in operation • Do not immerse the base of the unit in water or any other liquid • Use your unit well away from walls and curtains, and don’t use in confined spaces. • D[...]

2 T empered Glass Lid The glass lid allows you to view the food during slow cooking without lifting the lid, preventing the heat from escaping. Control Panel Non-slip feet Keeps the unit secure on the bench top during use and prevents scratching of bench top surfaces. 2 Features of your Sunbeam HP8555 SecretChef Sear and Slow Cooker[...]

3 3 Non-stick Aluminium Pan The pan is to be used inside the unit for browning and slow cooker modes. There is no need to move the pan to the stovetop. The pan is non-stick and dishwasher safe. Grip Pan Handles Large 5.5 litre capacity For cooking large family-sized meals. Power Button Press to turn the unit on and off.[...]

4 The control panel on the SecretChef Sear and Slow Cooker is designed to ensure easy use and to make cooking a pleasure. Choose from the two cooking modes – Slow Cook or Browning. Adjust your temperature setting, adjust your timer setting and you’re cooking. 1. Browning mode cooking temperatures The browning mode or frypan mode has five heat s[...]

5 Mode Settings The SecretChef has two cooking modes, Slow Cook or Browning. Slow Cooking Slow Cooking achieves flavour filled meals, and tender moist meats cooked to perfection. As the name suggests, meals are cooked over a long period of time. Slow Cooking provides healthy , simple and economical cooking. It requires minimal supervision, short pr[...]

6 1. Before using your SecretChef for the first time, remove the aluminium pan and lid and wash them in warm soapy water . 2. Place the SecretChef on a flat, level surface. 3. Plug in the unit. The indicator lights and the LCD screen will illuminate for 3 seconds and then the unit will switch to stand-by mode. The display will show 00:00 and the LC[...]

1. Before using your SecretChef for the first time, remove the aluminium pan and lid and wash them in warm soapy water 2. Place the SecretChef on a flat, level surface. 3. Plug in the unit. The indicator lights and the LCD screen will illuminate for 3 seconds and then the unit will switch to stand-by mode. The display will show 00:00 and the LCD ba[...]

8 Do not immerse the SecretChef housing in water or any other liquid. T urn the SecretChef off and unplug from the wall outlet. Allow the unit to completely cool before cleaning. Do not use the aluminium pan on the stovetop, inside a microwave oven or inside an oven. Use the aluminium pan only inside the SecretChef unit. Do not use metal knives or [...]

9 Hints and T ips • When in Browning mode, always remember to press ST ART after the pan has pre-heated and displays "READY", even if you don’t need the timer . • The Browning mode assists you in your slow cooking by allowing you to sear meat and vegetables at the beginning, but also allows you to thicken sauces and make gravies at [...]

10 Hints and T ips continued Roasting Meat (such as beef, lamb and veal) T o get the best roasting results, we recommend sealing your meat first. T rim away any excess fat. Rub the meat with a little oil and season with salt and pepper (or any other flavourings or spices you wish to use). Set the Browning mode to SEAR, and when pre-heated, cook mea[...]

Chicken Stock Makes 2.5 litres 2 chicken carcasses 2 onions, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 4 bay leaves 2 teaspoons black peppercorns 1 bunch parsley stems 2.5 litres water Salt to taste 1. Place all ingredients in the pan. Place the lid on. Using the Slow Cooker mode, cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours. 2. Strain; di[...]

Recipes continued Beef Stock Makes 2.5 litres 1 tablespoon oil 1.5kg meaty beef bones 1 onion, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon black peppercorns 2.5 litres water Salt to taste 1. Using the Browning mode, heat the oil on SEAR. When pre-heated and READY appears in the LCD screen, press ST AR T . Cook the beef[...]

Recipes continued T omato Chutney Makes 3 cups 10 (1.5kg) ripe tomatoes, peeled, finely chopped 1 large onion, finely chopped ¼ cup sultanas 1 ½ cups apple cider vinegar ¼ teaspoon chilli powder ½ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon mustard powder 1. Using the Browning mode, heat the oil on 150°C. When pre-heated and [...]

Chicken and Corn Soup with Herb Dumplings Serves 4-6 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 3 large potatoes, finely chopped 6 chicken thigh fillets, trimmed 2 corn cobs, husks removed 3 cup chicken stock 3 cups water Dumplings: ¾ cup self-raising flour 2 tablespoons fresh white breadcrumbs 50g butter , melte[...]

Minestrone Serves 4-6 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, crushed 200g prosciutto, chopped 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 1 carrot, finely chopped 1 zucchini, finely chopped 2 potatoes, cut into 2cm cubes 300g pumpkin, cut into 2cm cubes 800g can crushed tomatoes 6 cups chicken stock 1 cup Italian-style soup mix 1 cup shredded cabbage 1 cup macar[...]

Roast Chicken Serves 4 1.8kg whole chicken 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons paprika 4 cloves garlic, peeled 4 sprigs thyme ¼ cup white wine 1 tablespoon cornflour 1. W ash the chicken in cold running water and pat dry with an absorbent paper towel. Rub with a little olive oil and season all over with paprika, salt and pepper . Place garlic and [...]

Recipes continued Duck Ragu Pasta Serves 4 4 duck breasts Juice and finely grated rind of 1 orange 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 onion, finely chopped 1 green capsicum, finely chopped ¹⁄ ³ cup red wine 800g can crushed tomatoes ½ cup chicken stock 2 bay leaves ½ cup chopped basil Parpadelle pasta and parmesan, to serve 1. Remove the skin from th[...]

Lamb Shanks Serves 6 6 lamb shanks, excess fat trimmed ½ cup plain flour 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed ½ cup red wine 2 sprigs rosemary 800g can crushed tomatoes Mashed potato, to serve 1. Dust the lamb shanks in flour . Using the Browning mode, h[...]

Recipes continued Lamb Rogan Josh Serves 6 2 tablespoons oil 2kg diced lamb 2 onions, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons Rogan Josh curry paste 800g can crushed tomatoes ½ cup water Steamed rice and coriander , to serve 1. Using the Browning mode, heat half of the oil on S[...]

American Pork Ribs Serves 6 1 tablespoon olive oil 2kg American-style pork ribs Pepper , to taste 2 ¼ cups tomato sauce 1 ½ cups apple cider vinegar ½ cup W orcestershire sauce ¾ cup brown sugar ¹⁄ ³ cup American mustard 3 cloves garlic ¼ cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons cornflour 1. Using the Browning mode, heat the oil on SEAR. When pre-hea[...]

Recipes continued Meatballs in T omato Sauce Serves 4-6 2 tablespoon olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 500g pork mince 500g veal mince ½ cup fresh breadcrumbs 1 egg 1 teaspoon chopped oregano 1 teaspoon chopped thyme 400g can cherry tomatoes 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon tomato paste ½ cup chicken stock 700g passa[...]

22 Recipes continued Beef Bourguignon Serves 6-8 2.5kg gravy beef, chopped ½ cup plain flour 2 tablespoons oil 40g butter 12 baby onions, halved 6 bacon rashers, chopped 300g button mushrooms, halved 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cup red wine 2 cups beef stock ¼ cup tomato paste 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 tablespoon cornflour Mashed pot[...]

23 Recipes continued Pearl Barley and Mushroom Risotto Serves 6 1 tablespoon olive oil 20g butter 1 onion, finely chopped 200g button mushrooms, quartered 200g Swiss brown mushrooms, sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 ½ cups pearl barley 6 cups chicken 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme ½ cup grated parmesan 3 teaspoons finely grated lemon rin[...]

Recipes continued Spiced Breakfast Fruit Serves 4-6 4 large green apples, peeled, cored, halved 4 large pears, peeled, halved ½ cup dried apricots 400g fresh dates, pitted 1 tablespoon finely grated orange rind ½ cup orange juice 2 cinnamon sticks ½ cup honey V anilla Y oghurt or fresh ricotta, to serve 1. Place the fruit, rind, juice and cinnam[...]

Should you experience any difficulties with your product during the warranty period, please contact our customer service line for advice on 1300 88 1 861 in Australia, or 0800 786 232 in New Zealand. Alternatively , you can send a written claim to Sunbeam to: Australia Units 5 & 6, 13 Lord Street Botany NSW 2019 Australia New Zealand Level 6, B[...]

8/14 Need help with your appliance? Contact our customer service team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance. In Australia Visit www .sunbeam.com.au Or call 1300 881 861 In New Zealand Visit www .sunbeam.co.nz Or call 0800 786 232 is a registered trademark. SecretChef is a registered trademark of Sunbe[...]