INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Espresso Maker EM-100 For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS We at Cuisinart are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise a degree of care when using electrical appliances and adhere to the following precautions. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. CAREFULLY READALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING APPLIANCE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 2.
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock to persons.
CONTENTS Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Espresso. . 4 Features and Benefits, Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . 5 Preparing Your Espresso Machine Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Guide to the Perfect Espresso. . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Guide to Milk Texturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using the Hot Water Function . . . . . . . . . . . .
FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1. Water Reservoir Lid 2. Removable 53-ounce Water Reservoir 3. Large Cup-Warming Plate 4. 15 Bar Pump (not shown) 15. Measuring Scoop/Tamping Tool Use one side as a coffee scoop and the other to compact the coffee grounds in the filter basket prior to brewing. 16. Filter Baskets Use the one-cup filter basket for a single espresso, the two-cup filter basket for a double espresso or the pod filter basket for espresso pods. 5.
PREPARING YOUR ESPRESSO MACHINE 7. Place a sufficiently large container under both pouring spouts (9). 1. Place the espresso machine on a dry, stable countertop or other surface where you will be using the machine. 8. Turn the function knob to the espresso setting (10) and allow the water to run through until the water reservoir is empty. Important: For first time use or if the machine has not been used for some time, it is important that the machine is rinsed as follows: 2.
Steam/Hot Water When the espresso machine is switched on, use the steam/hot water knob to select either the steam or hot water function. A. If you want to froth milk for cappuccinos and lattes, you must turn the steam/hot water knob to the steam setting. The red heating light will illuminate, indicating that the espresso machine is adjusting the temperature of the heating system. B. If you want to use the hot water function, turn the steam/hot water knob to the hot water setting.
Caring for your Espresso Machine 6. Angle the pitcher so that the 24 steam wand is resting on the spout of the pitcher and lower the pitcher until the tip of the steam nozzle is just 11. Discard the used coffee below the surface of the 18 grinds or pod from the milk. This will start to create a whirlpool filter basket (19). action in the milk (24). NOTE: Do not allow the steam to spurt unevenly GUIDE TO MILK or it will create aerated froth/large bubbles.
2. Once you have dispensed the required amount of hot water into the cup or container, stop the hot water by turning the function knob to the off position (29). 3. Remove the cup or container and swing the steam/hot water wand over the drip tray to catch any drips of water (30). abrasive washing liquid. Do not use any scouring agents or harsh cleaners. NOTE: Do not clean any of the parts or accessories in the dishwasher.
RECIPES Classic Espresso *This could also be used to make two single espressos. Follow the same instructions for the Doppio, but place two demitasse cups under the brew head instead of one. Makes 1 serving (1½ ounces) 1 Makes 1 serving (6-8 ounces) water 1 Place the one-cup filter basket in the portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the basket filter. Using the tamping tool, lightly press down on the grounds and clean any excess from the rim. Turn the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker on.
Turn the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker on. When the machine is heated and ready to use, the amber heating light will go out. Secure the portafilter holder in place. Place a demitasse cup underneath the brew head and turn the function knob to the espresso function. Espresso will begin to brew. When 1½ ounces have been brewed (after about 15 seconds), turn the machine off. Take whipped cream out of refrigerator and spoon about 1 tablespoon on top of espresso.
Cappuccino Café Latte Makes 1 serving (3½ ounces) Makes 1 serving (5½ ounces) 2 ounces skim milk 4 ounces skim milk 1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso pod 1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso pod water water Pre-chill the frothing pitcher. Place the one-cup filter basket in the portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the basket. Using the provided tamping tool, lightly press down on the grounds and clean any excess from the rim.
Mochaccino Café Mocha Makes 1 serving (5½ ounces) Makes 1 serving (6 ounces) 4 ounces skim milk 4 ounces skim milk 1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso pod 1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso pod 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup bittersweet chocolate, shaved or unsweetened cocoa powder for garnish (optional) Pre-chill the frothing pitcher. Place the onecup filter basket in the portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the basket.
Fill a tall glass with the steamed milk, leaving about 2 inches at the top. Add the espresso and chocolate syrup. Top the drink off with about 2 tablespoons of the whipped cream. If desired, top with shaved chocolate or cocoa powder. Espresso Lachino Makes 1 serving (3 ounces) 2 ounces skim milk 1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso pod water Pre-chill the frothing pitcher. Place the onecup filter basket in the filter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the basket.
In a tall glass, place 3 to 4 ice cubes. Pour the espresso over the ice; add the whole milk. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the frothed milk on top. Frozen Espresso Makes 1 serving (8 ounces) 2 measured scoops finely ground espresso or 2 espresso pods water 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 2 ice cubes Place the two-cup filter basket in the portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the basket. Using the tamping tool, lightly press down on the grounds and clean any excess from the rim.
Place the two-cup filter basket in the portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the basket. Using the tamping tool, lightly press down on the grounds and clean any excess from the rim. Turn the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker on. When the machine is heated and ready to use, the amber heating light will go out. Secure the portafilter holder in place. Place a glass underneath the brew head and turn the function knob to the espresso setting. Espresso will begin to brew.
2 cups espresso beans 1 cup brewed espresso 10 large egg yolks 1 Once properly chilled, process in a Cuisinart® Ice Cream Maker according to the unit’s instructions. Tiramisù cup granulated sugar pinch of salt Place the two-cup filter basket in the portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the basket. Using the tamping tool, lightly press down on the grounds and clean any excess from the rim. Turn the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker on.
Using a Cuisinart® hand mixer with the beaters attached, beat in the mascarpone cheese, on the lowest level, until just combined. Reserve. With the whisk attachment of the Hand Mixer, beat the cream to soft peaks. Gently fold in the whipped cream to the mascarpone mixture until just combined, but still streaky. In another bowl, with a cleaned whisk attachment on the hand mixer, beat the egg whites, salt, and water, to soft peaks.
WARRANTY LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker. This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® Espresso Maker 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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