02CU13567 CB-18 Series IB Rev 12/4/02 10:36 AM Page 1 INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET SMARTPOWER BASICS™ 18-SPEED BLENDER CB-18 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 2 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.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. 2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top of corrugated insert. Next remove the top corrugated insert. 3. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside. 4. Remove the lower corrugated insert containing the blender jar assembly. Be careful not to tip the jar when removing..
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 4 FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1. Cover Just press on. Tightfitting seal resists leakage. 2. 1. 3. 2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid Allows you to measure and add ingredients without removing the cover. 3. 48-oz. Glass Jar with Dripless Pour Spout Has a unique, sturdy, widemouth design and a dripless pour spout for nomess pouring. 5. 6. 7. 8a. 8c. 8. 8b. 9. Note: Blades are sharp… handle carefully. 4.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 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 off blender jar when removing blender jar from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 6 3. TO START BLENDING: Choose a speed for blending your ingredients. Press the ON button for continuous blending. The LED light will illuminate when the blender is on. 4. TO STOP BLENDING: To stop the blending process, push the OFF button. 7. 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.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 7 water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher. Tip: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water. Run on Speed 10 for 30 seconds, or as needed. Repeat, using clean tap water. Empty blender jar and carefully disassemble parts. Wash cutting assembly, gasket and locking ring in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 8 RECIPE TIPS Blender Tips – The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as well as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and family. Thanks to the superior Ice Crushing power of the SmartPower Basics™ Electronic Blender, you’ll also be able to make delicious frozen drinks. Chopping Nuts: Place 1/2 cup shelled nuts in the blender jar and cover blender. Set on Speed 6 and pulse until desired chop is achieved.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 9 RECIPES 1 1 medium banana, cut into 1/2-inch slices cup ice cubes (about 6 standard) Before starting any of these or your own recipes, make sure the Cuisinart® Smart Power Basics™ Blender is properly assembled. Follow the assembly directions on page 4 of this instruction booklet for correct blender assembly procedure. Layer the ingredients in the blender jar in the order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Set blender speed on 18.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 10 1 cup orange, apple or other fruit juice 1 cup soy milk/beverage 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 cup silken tofu, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw) Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on Speed 18 and blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings): Calories 135 (18% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 5g fat 2g • sat.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 11 MOCHA FRAPPÉ FROZEN CRANBERRY-ORANGE MIMOSAS 3 ounces Tequila (6 T) Why go out for special coffee drinks when you can prepare them easily at home in your Cuisinart® Blender. 2 ounces Triple Sec or Cointreau (4 T) 2 ounces fresh lime juice (4 T) Makes 2 servings 3 tablespoons superfine sugar For an alcohol free alternative, top off with chilled ginger ale or sparking cider in place of champagne.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 12 each (zest of 1/2 lemon), bitter white pith removed, cut in 1/2 - inch pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons cumin 1 tablespoon herbs de Provence or Mediterranean herb blend 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 4 – 6 tablespoons water SPINACH PESTO & WHITE BEAN DIP Serve this dip with crudités or pita chips as dippers.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 13 6 green onions, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 4 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar – or – lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Place garlic in blender jar; cover jar. Set on Speed 14; Pulse to chop garlic, 10 times.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 14 and half-and-half.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 15 1/2 slice white or wheat bread (1/2 ounce) cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 teaspoon dry basil 4 large eggs 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, packed (about 2-1/2 ounces), washed & dried 3 cups lowfat ricotta cheese 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black or white pepper Preheat oven to 350° F. Use a pastry brush to coat a 10-inch deep dish pie plate with olive oil and set aside. Place Asiago cheese cubes in blender jar; cover blender jar.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 16 slow, steady stream, taking about 20 seconds, then blend for 20 seconds longer until completely emulsified. 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed * 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 You may change the Basic Vinaigrette by changing the flavor of the vinegar, mustard or oil. Try using fresh lemon juice and a little honey for a honey-mustard vinaigrette. Add fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, or pesto for other flavor changes.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 17 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (mild in flavor) 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns 1 bay leaf, roughly broken 1 teaspoon dry mustard 3 tablespoons sweet paprika 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 tablespoon sugar 2/3 cup flavorless vegetable oil 2 teaspoons dried minced garlic Place egg substitute, vinegar, olive oil, dry mustard, pepper and salt in the blender jar. Cover blender jar.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 18 Place the eggs and remaining ingredients in the blender jar in the order listed; cover the blender jar. Set on Speed 6 and blend until smooth, about 10 to 15 seconds. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared cookie crust. Bake in the preheated 350° F oven for 55 to 60 minutes. Center of the pie may appear slightly jiggly – it will continue to set as the pie cools. Place the pie on a rack and cool completely before serving. Refrigerate after completely cooled.
CB-18 IB-4233A 8/1/03 3:34 PM Page 19 LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart® SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed Series Electronic Blenders. This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed Series Electronic Blender that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use.
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