User manual CUISINART CMW-55

[. . . ] INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Recipe Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart® Compact Microwave CMW-55 Series IB-8083 For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy, and when using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed including the following: 1. Read and follow the specific warning: PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY, page 3. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions, pages 7-8. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers ­ for example, closed glass jars ­ can explode and should not be heated in this oven. [. . . ] Add chopped shallot, cover with a round of waxed paper cut just slightly larger than the diameter of the dish. Add Arborio rice and stir to coat with melted butter; microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir in remaining chicken stock and salt; microwave on high for 5 minutes. Serve hot. Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings): Calories 146 (33% from fat) · carb. 71mg · fiber 1g 19 19 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 prepare. Makes about 2½ cups ¾ ½ 2 ¼ 1 Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Potatoes Twice baked potatoes in minutes. Makes 4 servings as a side dish 2 1½ 2 2 2 3 3 ¾ ½ ¼ 2 /3 2 ¼ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes pound cauliflower, separated into 1-inch flowerets, then cut in half garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced cup low sodium vegetable broth, chicken broth or water cup plus 1 tablespoon whole milk or half-and-half tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch pieces teaspoon kosher salt pinch freshly ground white pepper medium russet potatoes cups chopped fresh broccoli (stems cut to ½-inch pieces, flowerets cut to bite-sized pieces) tablespoons water teaspoons unsalted butter tablespoons chopped green onion (include some of the green) tablespoons lowfat sour cream or plain yogurt tablespoons lowfat milk cup (about 3 ounces) light shredded sharp Cheddar, divided teaspoon kosher salt teaspoon freshly ground white or black pepper slices crispy microwaved bacon, crumbled (optional) Place the potatoes, cauliflower, garlic, and broth/water in a 1½-quart microwave-safe casserole/bowl that is at least 4 inches deep. Cover tightly with lid or a plate and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, until milk is hot and butter is completely melted. Use a potato masher or hand mixer to "smash" potatoes and cauliflower to desired consistency. Serve hot. Nutritional information per serving (one-half cup, made with milk): Calories 124 (39% from fat) · carb. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on the potato setting for 2 potatoes. Cover with plate or lid and microwave for 1 serving on fresh vegetable setting. Scoop the cooked potato flesh into a medium bowl, leaving ¼-inch-thick potato shell; reserve shells. Add butter and chopped green onions to potatoes in bowl and mash well. Stir in remaining cooked broccoli, ½ cup of the cheese, salt, and pepper. Potatoes can be served at this point, or returned to the microwave for another 1½ minutes on high to melt cheese. Serve hot. 18 18 ½ ½ 1 ¼ teaspoon finely chopped lemon zest tablespoon lemon juice teaspoon dill weed teaspoon kosher salt Green Beans with Mushrooms and Toasted Almonds Makes 4 servings 3 ½ ½ 4 ½ 1 Place all ingredients in small bowl and stir with whisk until smooth. If not serving following resting, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Nutritional information per serving (about ¼ cup): Calories 70 (53% from fat) · carb. 121mg · fiber 0g Honey Ginger Glazed Baby Carrots Using the prepared carrots makes this a quick and easy side dish that is ready in just minutes. Makes 4 servings ½ ¼ tablespoons slivered almonds tablespoon unsalted butter tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ounces white button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced teaspoon herbes de Provence or thyme pound green beans, rinsed, drained and cut into 1 to 1¼-inch slices cup water teaspoon kosher salt Freshly ground pepper to taste Place the almonds in a microwave safe glass or ceramic 9-inch pie plate and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. [. . . ] China or porcelain with gold or silver in the pattern cannot be microwaved. Do not reuse deli containers, plastic containers from frozen food items, or other "single use containers" such as margarine tubs or whipped topping containers in the microwave, as they may change chemically/physically when microwaved a second time and impart or leach harmful chemicals into microwaved foods. Some plastics are not designed to withstand high heat or to be reused, and will change form or warp ­ it is not recommended to eat foods from containers that have changed shape. 3 3 TIP AND HINTS CLEANING Keeping your microwave clean will keep it working efficiently and effectively. will become rubbery in texture when reheated in the microwave. Meats that are tender when cooked by traditional methods may be tough and rubbery because of their complex protein/fat structure. [. . . ]