CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 1 6 QT. PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER MODEL CEPC660 OWNER’S MANUAL cook's essentials® is a registered trademark of QVC, Inc. Printed in China P/N 61719 6/05 v.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid. 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 NOTES 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 5 ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property. 1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 7 GROUNDED 3-CONDUCTOR PLUG Stuffed Apples This appliance is equipped with a grounded-type 3-wire cord (3-prong plug). This plug will only fit into an electrical outlet made for a 3-prong plug. This is a safety feature. If the plug should fail to fit the outlet, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 9 Golden Spanish Rice INTRODUCTION 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 large red peppers, cored, seeded and chopped 5 cloves garlic, minced 15 ounces yellow rice mix, available in the Latin food section of most supermarkets 2 (14.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 11 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CEPC660 6 QT. PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER 11. 10. Risotto 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 cup Italian arborio or other short grain rice 2-1/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock or canned, low-sodium broth 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese black pepper 12. 9. 13. 13. 14. 8. 15. 7. REAR VIEW OF REMOVABLE COOKING POT 6. MAX FILL LINE 5. 4. Rear Centering Guide 17.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 13 Stuffed Artichokes CONTROL PANEL OPTIONS 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 bay leaf 4 medium-sized artichokes 2 extra-large eggs, beaten 3 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 tablespoon minced parsley pinch black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1. Place Removable Cooking Pot in Pressure Cooker. Add the water, salt, and bay leaf. 2. Cut off stems from artichokes.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 15 CONTROL PANEL OPTIONS (Continued) Once pressure is reached, the unit will begin to count down in minutes and will beep 3 times when the cooking time has elapsed. The Pressure Cooker will beep periodically as a reminder that your cooking is completed. To cancel this, press and hold the START/STOP Button until it beeps.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 17 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Italian Meat Sauce BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, minced 2 carrots, minced 2 ribs celery, minced 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1/3 cup minced parsley 8 cups tomato purée 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons salt 3/4 teaspoon black pepper 1.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Beef Stew 4. If using COOK MODE: (STEAM), or PRESSURE MODE: (HIGH or LOW), press COOK TIME until the desired time is set. 5. THE SELF-LOCKING LID MUST BE PROPERLY POSITIONED ON THE APPLIANCE WHEN COOKING UNDER PRESSURE OR WHEN STEAMING FOOD. 6. Place the Lid on the Pressure Cooker. To position and lock the Lid in place, pull the Lid Handles apart to hold open the SelfLocking Grips. See Figure 5.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 21 Chicken with Mushrooms* 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs. chicken breasts, boneless, skinless 1 teaspoon salt 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 8 ounces small mushrooms, halved 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup chicken broth 1. Place the Removable Cooking Pot in the Pressure Cooker. Add oil. 2. Press the COOK MODE Button for BROWN. Press the START/STOP Button. 3. Preheat for 5 minutes. Brown the chicken breasts, two at a time.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 23 Sauerbraten STEAMING This MODE quickly brings cooking liquid to a boil for steaming food. 1. Place the Removable Cooking Pot into the Housing. 2. To STEAM food, pour 1 cup of water into the Removable Cooking Pot. Arrange food in a heat-resistant steaming basket and use basket handles to lower basket into the Removable Cooking Pot. Fold handles down. (You may add more food on top of and around basket, but do not fill more than two thirds full. 3.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 25 Sauerbraten COOKING WITH YOUR PRESSURE COOKER (Continued) 4 to 5 pound chuck or rump roast salt black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup water 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup dry red wine 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon salt 4 large carrots, coarsely chopped 2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped 2 large onions, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 1 cup finely crushed ginger snaps 2 bay leaves 3.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 27 COOKING WITH YOUR PRESSURE COOKER (Continued) 12. Once pressure is released, regardless of method, slide the Safety Lock to UNLOCK. Remove the Lid, tilting it away from you to avoid steam. Check the food to see if it has been cooked sufficiently. If not, replace the Lid and slide the Safety Lock to LOCK. Repeat PRESSURE COOKING Steps 4-8, cooking under pressure an additional 2-3 minutes. 13.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 29 Barbecued Chicken COOKING WITH YOUR PRESSURE COOKER (Continued) 3 tablespoons olive oil 4 to 5 pound chicken, cut into pieces, skin and all fat removed 1-1/2 cups of your favorite barbecue sauce 1 large onion, chopped 1 large green pepper, seeded, cored and chopped 17. Never try to force open the Self-Locking Lid. Built-in Safety Valves prevent opening the Lid while there is still pressure in the Removable Cooking Pot.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 31 CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Chicken Soup with Rice 1. Unplug and let the Programmable Pressure Cooker cool to room temperature before cleaning. 2. Wash the Removable Cooking Pot with warm soapy water and a clean, soft cloth or sponge. Rinse off with clean water and dry thoroughly. 3. Remove the Rubber Gasket from the underside of the SelfLocking Lid. Wash both with warm soapy water and a clean, soft cloth or sponge.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 33 Chicken Stock SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES 2 pounds chicken pieces like wings, necks, backs: skin and all visible fat removed 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 2 carrots, coarsely chopped 2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped 2 canned plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped 4 sprigs parsley 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 6 cups water salt The following cooking times are provided as a guide to be used when cooking in the cook’s essentials® CEPC660 Electric Pressure Cooke
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 35 Vegetable Stock Meat & Poultry APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES HIGH PRESSURE NATURAL RELEASE FEATURE MEAT & POULTRY Cooking Time Cooking Liquid Beef/Veal, roast or brisket, 3 lbs., 2 to 3 in. thick Beef, roast, 4 to 5 lbs., 5 to 6 in. thick Beef, stew meat, 1 in. cubes Beef, corned, 4 lbs. Meatballs, up to 2 lbs., browned Pork, roast, 4 lbs. Pork, ribs, 4 lbs. Chicken, whole, 3 to 4 lbs. Chicken, pieces, 2 to 3 lbs. Cornish Hens, Three Ham, pre-cooked, 7 lbs.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 Vegetarian Chili 6:05 PM Page 37 (Continued) 9. Press START/STOP Button until the green START Indicator Light appears. The red HIGH PRESSURE Indicator Light will blink slowly and then faster as the cooking countdown begins. The Pressure Indicator Rod will rise as the pressure builds. After cooking under pressure 30 minutes, the Pressure Cooker will beep three times. Press and hold the START/STOP Button until it beeps. 10.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 39 FRESH VEGETABLES APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FRESH VEGETABLES Cooking Time Water Cauliflower, florets 3 to 4 min.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 41 RECIPE GUIDE The following recipes have been especially developed for preparing in the cook’s essentials® Programmable Electric Pressure Cooker by leading housewares expert and best-selling cookbook author, Tom Lacalamita, The Kitchen Resource. A listing of suggested cooking times follows for your convenience. Baked Beans in a Pot 4 (15-oz.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 43 PRECAUTIONS WHEN COOKING BEANS FRESH FRUIT • When cooking beans alone (rather than in a soup or stew), never fill Pressure Cooker more than one-third full. • Always add at least 2 teaspoons of oil per cup of dried beans to control foaming action. • Let the pressure come down naturally to avoid ejecting liquid from the vent and to prevent bean skins from splitting.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 45 Fruits APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES LOW PRESSURE QUICK STEAM RELEASE BUTTON FRESH & DRIED FRUIT Apricots, fresh whole or halved Berries, fresh Cherries, fresh Peaches, fresh halved Pears, fresh halved Plums, fresh Prunes Quince, fresh quartered Raisins Cooking Time 2 to 3 min. 1 min.* 1 min.* 3 min. 3 to 4 min. 1 min. 4 to 5 min. 5 min. 4 to 5 min.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 47 SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES RICE/GRAINS Whole grains cook so quickly in the Pressure Cooker that they can become a regular part of your diet. Here are a few things to keep in mind: • Timing varies from one batch of grains to the next, depending upon age and storage conditions. So it is wise to do the majority of cooking under pressure and then do any additional cooking, if needed, on the STEAM setting.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 47 SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES RICE/GRAINS Whole grains cook so quickly in the Pressure Cooker that they can become a regular part of your diet. Here are a few things to keep in mind: • Timing varies from one batch of grains to the next, depending upon age and storage conditions. So it is wise to do the majority of cooking under pressure and then do any additional cooking, if needed, on the STEAM setting.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 45 Fruits APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES LOW PRESSURE QUICK STEAM RELEASE BUTTON FRESH & DRIED FRUIT Apricots, fresh whole or halved Berries, fresh Cherries, fresh Peaches, fresh halved Pears, fresh halved Plums, fresh Prunes Quince, fresh quartered Raisins Cooking Time 2 to 3 min. 1 min.* 1 min.* 3 min. 3 to 4 min. 1 min. 4 to 5 min. 5 min. 4 to 5 min.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 43 PRECAUTIONS WHEN COOKING BEANS FRESH FRUIT • When cooking beans alone (rather than in a soup or stew), never fill Pressure Cooker more than one-third full. • Always add at least 2 teaspoons of oil per cup of dried beans to control foaming action. • Let the pressure come down naturally to avoid ejecting liquid from the vent and to prevent bean skins from splitting.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 41 RECIPE GUIDE The following recipes have been especially developed for preparing in the cook’s essentials® Programmable Electric Pressure Cooker by leading housewares expert and best-selling cookbook author, Tom Lacalamita, The Kitchen Resource. A listing of suggested cooking times follows for your convenience. Baked Beans in a Pot 4 (15-oz.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 39 FRESH VEGETABLES APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES FRESH VEGETABLES Cooking Time Water Cauliflower, florets 3 to 4 min.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 Vegetarian Chili 6:05 PM Page 37 (Continued) 9. Press START/STOP Button until the green START Indicator Light appears. The red HIGH PRESSURE Indicator Light will blink slowly and then faster as the cooking countdown begins. The Pressure Indicator Rod will rise as the pressure builds. After cooking under pressure 30 minutes, the Pressure Cooker will beep three times. Press and hold the START/STOP Button until it beeps. 10.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 35 Vegetable Stock Meat & Poultry APPROXIMATE COOKING TIMES HIGH PRESSURE NATURAL RELEASE FEATURE MEAT & POULTRY Cooking Time Cooking Liquid Beef/Veal, roast or brisket, 3 lbs., 2 to 3 in. thick Beef, roast, 4 to 5 lbs., 5 to 6 in. thick Beef, stew meat, 1 in. cubes Beef, corned, 4 lbs. Meatballs, up to 2 lbs., browned Pork, roast, 4 lbs. Pork, ribs, 4 lbs. Chicken, whole, 3 to 4 lbs. Chicken, pieces, 2 to 3 lbs. Cornish Hens, Three Ham, pre-cooked, 7 lbs.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 33 Chicken Stock SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES 2 pounds chicken pieces like wings, necks, backs: skin and all visible fat removed 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 2 carrots, coarsely chopped 2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped 2 canned plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped 4 sprigs parsley 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 6 cups water salt The following cooking times are provided as a guide to be used when cooking in the cook’s essentials® CEPC660 Electric Pressure Cooke
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 31 CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Chicken Soup with Rice 1. Unplug and let the Programmable Pressure Cooker cool to room temperature before cleaning. 2. Wash the Removable Cooking Pot with warm soapy water and a clean, soft cloth or sponge. Rinse off with clean water and dry thoroughly. 3. Remove the Rubber Gasket from the underside of the SelfLocking Lid. Wash both with warm soapy water and a clean, soft cloth or sponge.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 29 Barbecued Chicken COOKING WITH YOUR PRESSURE COOKER (Continued) 3 tablespoons olive oil 4 to 5 pound chicken, cut into pieces, skin and all fat removed 1-1/2 cups of your favorite barbecue sauce 1 large onion, chopped 1 large green pepper, seeded, cored and chopped 17. Never try to force open the Self-Locking Lid. Built-in Safety Valves prevent opening the Lid while there is still pressure in the Removable Cooking Pot.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 27 COOKING WITH YOUR PRESSURE COOKER (Continued) 12. Once pressure is released, regardless of method, slide the Safety Lock to UNLOCK. Remove the Lid, tilting it away from you to avoid steam. Check the food to see if it has been cooked sufficiently. If not, replace the Lid and slide the Safety Lock to LOCK. Repeat PRESSURE COOKING Steps 4-8, cooking under pressure an additional 2-3 minutes. 13.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 25 Sauerbraten COOKING WITH YOUR PRESSURE COOKER (Continued) 4 to 5 pound chuck or rump roast salt black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup water 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup dry red wine 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon salt 4 large carrots, coarsely chopped 2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped 2 large onions, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 1 cup finely crushed ginger snaps 2 bay leaves 3.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 23 Sauerbraten STEAMING This MODE quickly brings cooking liquid to a boil for steaming food. 1. Place the Removable Cooking Pot into the Housing. 2. To STEAM food, pour 1 cup of water into the Removable Cooking Pot. Arrange food in a heat-resistant steaming basket and use basket handles to lower basket into the Removable Cooking Pot. Fold handles down. (You may add more food on top of and around basket, but do not fill more than two thirds full. 3.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 21 Chicken with Mushrooms* 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs. chicken breasts, boneless, skinless 1 teaspoon salt 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 8 ounces small mushrooms, halved 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup chicken broth 1. Place the Removable Cooking Pot in the Pressure Cooker. Add oil. 2. Press the COOK MODE Button for BROWN. Press the START/STOP Button. 3. Preheat for 5 minutes. Brown the chicken breasts, two at a time.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Beef Stew 4. If using COOK MODE: (STEAM), or PRESSURE MODE: (HIGH or LOW), press COOK TIME until the desired time is set. 5. THE SELF-LOCKING LID MUST BE PROPERLY POSITIONED ON THE APPLIANCE WHEN COOKING UNDER PRESSURE OR WHEN STEAMING FOOD. 6. Place the Lid on the Pressure Cooker. To position and lock the Lid in place, pull the Lid Handles apart to hold open the SelfLocking Grips. See Figure 5.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 17 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Italian Meat Sauce BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, minced 2 carrots, minced 2 ribs celery, minced 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1/3 cup minced parsley 8 cups tomato purée 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons salt 3/4 teaspoon black pepper 1.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 15 CONTROL PANEL OPTIONS (Continued) Once pressure is reached, the unit will begin to count down in minutes and will beep 3 times when the cooking time has elapsed. The Pressure Cooker will beep periodically as a reminder that your cooking is completed. To cancel this, press and hold the START/STOP Button until it beeps.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 13 Stuffed Artichokes CONTROL PANEL OPTIONS 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 bay leaf 4 medium-sized artichokes 2 extra-large eggs, beaten 3 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 tablespoon minced parsley pinch black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1. Place Removable Cooking Pot in Pressure Cooker. Add the water, salt, and bay leaf. 2. Cut off stems from artichokes.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 11 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CEPC660 6 QT. PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER 11. 10. Risotto 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 cup Italian arborio or other short grain rice 2-1/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock or canned, low-sodium broth 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese black pepper 12. 9. 13. 13. 14. 8. 15. 7. REAR VIEW OF REMOVABLE COOKING POT 6. MAX FILL LINE 5. 4. Rear Centering Guide 17.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 9 Golden Spanish Rice INTRODUCTION 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 large red peppers, cored, seeded and chopped 5 cloves garlic, minced 15 ounces yellow rice mix, available in the Latin food section of most supermarkets 2 (14.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 7 GROUNDED 3-CONDUCTOR PLUG Stuffed Apples This appliance is equipped with a grounded-type 3-wire cord (3-prong plug). This plug will only fit into an electrical outlet made for a 3-prong plug. This is a safety feature. If the plug should fail to fit the outlet, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 NOTES 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 5 ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property. 1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid. 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Warranty CE-SCGRD15_IB_16-8-02 17/8/02 12:03 PM Page 1 LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty: This product is warranted by Salton, Inc. (“Salton”) to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty covers only the original consumer purchaser of the product. Neither the retailer nor any other company involved in the sale or promotion of this product is a co-warrantor of Salton's warranty.
CE_CEPC660_IB_21-6-05 6/21/05 6:05 PM Page 1 6 QT. PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER MODEL CEPC660 OWNER’S MANUAL cook's essentials® is a registered trademark of QVC, Inc. Printed in China P/N 61719 6/05 v.
