INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET SMARTPOWER PREMIER™ 600-WATT BLENDER CBT-500 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should 14. Always operate blender with the cover in place. always be followed, including the following: 16. When blending HOT liquids, remove measured pour lid (center piece of cover) to allow steam to escape. 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base of blender in water or other liquid. 3.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600 Watt Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. The Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600-Watt Blender is constructed with a heavy die-cast metal base and 50-ounce glass blender jar. This dynamic new look for blending - solid, sophisticated, and elegantly commercial - is perfect for today’s gourmet kitchen. 2.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS 2. 1. Cover Just press on. Tightfitting seal resists leakage. 1. 2. Measured Pour Lid Allows you to measure and add ingredients without removing the cover. 3. 3. 50-oz. Glass Jar Has a unique, sturdy, widemouth design. 5. 4. Leak-proof Rubber Gasket (not shown) Holds the glass jar snugly in position for safe operation. 6. 7. 8b. 8c. 8. 8a. 9. 10. 5.
HELPFUL REMINDERS • Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added during blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid. • Cover should always be in place while the unit is on. • Warning: Do not place blender jar onto base while motor is running. • Do not twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender jar from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
Push the button corresponding to the speed at which you are currently blending. For example: If you are blending on HIGH speed, push the HIGH speed button and the blender will stop blending, but the unit will remain on. 600-watt Blender features a 5-minute Count-Up™ Timer, so that you can time your recipes and guarantee perfect results. The timer begins counting from 0 as soon as you push your desired speed: HIGH, LOW, PULSE or ICE CRUSH.
9. TO DISLODGE FOOD: Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help remove food lodged around the cutting assembly. DO NOT USE SPATULA UNTIL YOU HAVE TURNED THE BLENDER OFF. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and continue blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the blender jar before blending. 10. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the OFF button and unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the blender jar from the motor base until the blender is off.
• Pulses should be short bursts. Space the pulses so the blades stop rotating between pulses. Don’t: • Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar. • Don’t place cutting assembly and locking ring onto motor base without the blender jar attached. • Do not attempt to mash potatoes, knead heavy dough, or beat egg whites. • Don’t remove blender jar while unit is on. Keep the blender jar cover on the blender jar while blending.
teaspoons of vanilla or other flavoring. Consistency with be that of a thickened, but not fluffy whipped cream and is most appropriate for topping desserts or coffee drinks. When using the blender to purée hot mixtures such as creamed soups and baby foods, strain the solids from the liquid, reserving the cooking liquid. Then place the cooked solids in the blender jar along with 1/2 to 1 cup of the reserved cooking liquid. Use the Pulse function to chop, then blend until desired consistency/purée is reached.
Makes 48 ounces 1 cup mango chunks (1" pieces), about 12 ounces 1 medium banana, cut in 1" pieces 1 cup orange, apple or other fruit juice 1 cup soy milk/beverage 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 cup silken tofu, cut into 1" pieces 2 cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw) Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on High and blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
Note: For an alcohol free “Margarita,” substitute 8 ounces fruit juice, such as apricot nectar or cranberry juice, for the Tequila and Triple Sec. Place ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar. Set on High. Turn on blender jar and process until smooth and slushy, about 30 to 40 seconds. Turn blender off. Serve immediately. FROZEN COSMOPOLITAN Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 92 (0% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 0g • fat 0g • Sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 2 mg calc.
3 sun-dried tomatoes (dry, not oil packed) 2 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 cup boiling water 3 1 green onions, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces package lowfat cream cheese, cut in 1" pieces 1/2 fat free cottage cheese 2 teaspoons herbs de Provence Place sun-dried tomatoes and garlic cloves in a small bowl and cover with boiling water; let stand 5 minutes. Drain, reserving soaking liquid, and place tomatoes and garlic in blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on Low; Pulse to chop, 10 times.
3 Nutritional information per serving: Calories 98 (59% from fat) • carb. 7g • pro. 4g • fat 7g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 19mg • sod. 510g • calc. 56mg • fiber 2g tablespoons unsalted butter 2/3 cup chopped onion or leek 1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces 3 cups fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock or broth 1 cup half-and-half 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 ⁄2 cups cold water 1 1 CREAMY POTATO LEEK SOUP This versatile soup may be served hot or chilled.
2 cups fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock 2 cans recipe ready diced tomatoes (151⁄2 oz.) with juices 2 roasted red peppers, seeded of seconds in your Cuisinart ® Blender. Our 50 ounce blender is large enough for you to increase this recipe by 50 percent to make a larger batch. Spinach Pie with Rustic Tomato Sauce for a simple supper entrée.
Nutritional information per serving: Calories 182 (54% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 14g • fat 11g • sat. fat. 6g • chol. 136mg • sod. 254mg • calc.
20 seconds; scrape sides of blender jar. Add shallot, garlic and salt. Blend for 10 seconds; scrape sides of blender jar. Add remaining ingredients in order listed; blend for 10 seconds. Add reserved black pepper; blend for 5 seconds. Transfer dressing to a resealable container and refrigerate for 30 minutes or longer to allow flavors to develop. Keeps for one week in the refrigerator. Nutritional analysis per tablespoon: Calories 58 (90% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 6g • sat. fat 1g • chol.
portions may be refrigerated for up to a week; stir before using. 2 teaspoons dry oregano 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon dry thyme leaves 1 * Available in Asian markets or gourmet/ethnic foods section of grocery stores. 1 teaspoon dry basil can (12 ounces) evaporated fat free milk 1 can (15-16 ounces, 11⁄2 cups) solid pack pumpkin (not pie filling) 1 tablespoon cornstarch Tip: Use about 1 tablespoon of marinade per portion.
Nutritional information per serving: Calories 252 (41% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 5g • fat 12g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 42mg • sod. 117mg • calc. 129mg • fiber 2g CLASSIC CHERRY CLAFOUTIS This traditional country French dessert can be made with cherries, plums, peaches, pears or any other berry. We have added finely ground almonds or hazelnuts for that certain “je ne sais quoi”. Preparation: less than 5 minutes, plus baking time.
LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600-Watt Blenders. This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600-Watt Blender that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable state law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.
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Version no.: CBT500 SERIES IB-4234CTX SIZE: 216mm(W) x 178mm(H) Total Pages : 20pcs Material: Cover:157gsm Matt Artpaper Inside: 120gsm Gloss Artpaper Coating: Color: Cover: 4C + 1C Inside: 1C + 1C Date: 10/16/04 P. O.