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INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
™
SmartPower Bar Basics 18-Speed Blender
CB-18BKSS
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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16. When blending HOT liquids, remove measured pour lid (center piece of IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS cover) to allow steam to escape. 17. Twist on locking ring firmly. Injury can result if moving blades When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always accidentally become exposed. be followed, including the following: 18. Do not use an extension cord with this unit. Doing so may result in fire, 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. electrical shock, or personal injury. 2. To
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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION ® ® 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart SmartPower Bar Get ready to blend bigger batches than ever! Your Cuisinart SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. Bar Basics™ 18-Speed Blender comes with a 50 oz. stainless steel jar that holds more ... and won’t break. We’ve engineered this big blender with 18 2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top precision speeds and a separate ice crush
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b. Pulse Button FEATURES AND BENEFITS Set the dial to the desired speed and press the Pulse button. Pulse 1. Cover 2. at any speed to blend ingredients only as much as needed. Just press on. Tightfitting c. Ice Crush Button 1. seal resists leakage. Press the ice crush button to begin crushing. This button is preset to 3. 2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid the best speed for crushing ice. Allows you to measure 9. Slip-proof Feet and add ingredients Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging ma
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HELPFUL REMINDERS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE • Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added during blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding To Activate Blender Press ON- The blender is in ON mode. To Begin Blending Press desired speed button. ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid. To Change Speeds Press desired speed button. • Cover should always be in place while the unit is on. To Pulse In ON mode press PULSE, then press and release desired speed bu
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While you are pulsing, the LED indicator light will glow. The pulse CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE function can be used to break apart larger pieces of food or to control ® the texture of food when chopping. The pulse function is also Always unplug your Cuisinart SmartPower Bar Basics™ Blender from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of corrosion-resistant parts which are easy to clean. Before first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all pa
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• Pulses should be short bursts. Space the pulses so the blades stop DOS AND DON’TS WHEN USING rotating between pulses. YOUR BLENDER DON’T: DO: • Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar. • Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that stated on the bottom of the blender motor base. • Don’t place cutting assembly and locking ring onto motor base without the blender jar attached. • Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface. • Don’t attempt to mas
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1 Grinding Hard Cheese: Cut cheese into ⁄2 -inch pieces; remove all hard RECIPE TIPS outer rind. Place cheese in blender jar. Set on Speed 12. Pulse to chop cheese, 10-12 times, then blend until desired grind is reached. For best Blender Tips: results, grind no more than 3 ounces of cheese at a time. The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as Grinding Spices: For best results, blender jar and cutting assembly must well as some creative combinations that are sure to
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JUICE BAR ORANGE SMOOTHIE RECIPES This calcium-rich smoothie makes a refreshing afternoon snack. Before starting any of these or your own recipes, make sure the ® Makes 4 servings Cuisinart SmartPower Bar Basics™ 18-Speed Blender is properly assembled. Follow the assembly directions on page 4 of this instruction 4 strips orange zest, bitter white pith removed booklet for correct blender assembly procedure. 2 tablespoons sugar Nutritional information is based on number of servings indicated.
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Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings): Nutritional information per serving: Calories 105 (4% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 3g • fat 0g • Calories 301 (31% from fat) • carb. 44% • pro. 10g • fat 10g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 23mg • calc. 76mg • fiber 2g sat. fat • 7g • chol. 35mg • sod. 163mg • calc. 307mg • fiber 0g TO-FRUITTI SMOOTHIES CRÈME CARAMEL SHAKE The much-maligned tofu is a good source of protein and a nice This shake is an excellent source of calcium, alter
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Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar. Set ORANGE MANGO PEACH FRAPPÉ on Speed 18 and blend until smooth and slushy, about 30 to 40 seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses. Garnish with a dollop of whipped Make orange juice ice cubes ahead of time and be ready to make cream if desired. frappes and smoothies whenever you want a refreshing treat. Nutritional information per serving: Makes 4 servings Calories 138 (0% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • 3
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FROZEN DAIQUIRI APPETIZERS, DIPS, SPREADS Makes 4 servings 6 ounces frozen limeade LEMON HERB HUMMUS 5 ounces light rum This popular Middle Eastern spread is simple to make in your 3 cups ice cubes ® Cuisinart Blender – we have spiced it up just a bit. Serve with pita wedges or use as a spread for sandwiches. Place ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar. Set on Speed 18. Turn blender on and process until smooth and slushy, about Makes about 2 cups 30 to 40 seconds. Turn
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SPINACH PESTO AND WHITE BEAN DIP HOT AND COLD SOUPS Serve this dip with crudités or pita chips as dippers. CHILLED GAZPACHO Makes about 2 cups A Cuisinart favorite, made with fresh, ripe summer tomatoes, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or white balsamic vinegar Chilled Gazpacho is perfect on a hot summer night. 1 ⁄2 cup pesto (page 17), made with spinach Makes 8 servings, about 6 ounces each 1 can white beans (15 ounces), rinsed and drained 1-2 cloves garlic, peeled Place ingredients in blender
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Place the parsley in the blender jar. Place cover on blender jar. Set CHILLED MELON AND MANGO SOUP blender on Speed 4 and pulse until coarsely chopped, about 4 to 5 times. Remove and reserve. Sweet cantaloupe and mango combine with orange juice for this refreshing cold soup. Perfect for a summer brunch or ® Melt the butter in medium Cuisinart Saucepan over moderate heat. as a refreshing, cool ending to a warm-weather meal. Add onion and cook until soft but not brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Ad
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® 3 Place leeks in a medium bowl and add cold water. Swirl, then let Heat the butter and olive oil in a Cuisinart 3- ⁄4 quart Saucepan over stand for minutes. Lift leeks from the water without disturbing the medium-low heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot, cover loosely and sand/sediment collected in the bowl; allow to drain completely. cook until the vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the rice and basil, cook until rice is opaque, 2 minutes. Stir in the stock and ® Melt butter
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® 3 Preheat oven to 350° F. Use a pastry brush to coat a 10-inch deep dish In a Cuisinart 3- ⁄ 4 quart Saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. pie plate with olive oil and set aside. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, basil, and oregano. Cover loosely and cook until the vegetables are softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the Place Asiago cheese cubes in blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on roasted red pepper, wine, tomato paste, and tomatoes. Speed 12 and pulse 10 to 12 times to grin
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You may change the Basic Vinaigrette by changing the flavor of the covered airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. If separation vinegar, mustard or oil. Try using fresh lemon juice and a little honey for occurs, return dressing to blender jar, cover and blend on Speed 12 for a honey-mustard vinaigrette. Add fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, or 5 seconds. pesto for other flavor changes. Nutritional information per tablespoon: Nutritional information per tablespoon: Calories 72 (9
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1 ⁄2 teaspoon black peppercorns CHOLESTEROL-FREE MAYONNAISE 1 bay leaf, roughly broken The safest mayonnaise made at home is made with an egg substitute or liquid pasteurized egg product. Made with an egg substitute, 3 tablespoons sweet paprika it has the added advantage of being cholesterol-free. 1 tablespoon kosher salt 3 1 Makes about ⁄4 cup ⁄2 tablespoon sugar 1 ⁄2 cup liquid egg substitute or pasteurized liquid egg product 2 teaspoons dried minced garlic 2 tablespoons wine vinegar 2 teas
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PUMPKIN FILLING: WHITE CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY 2 large eggs BREAD PUDDING 1 ⁄2 cup brown sugar Bread pudding can be mixed and assembled ahead of time 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated fat free milk and baked while dinner is being served for an oven-fresh warm dessert. Top with sweetened whipped cream. 1 1 can (15-16 ounces, 1- ⁄2 cups) solid pack pumpkin (not pie filling) Makes 8 to 12 servings 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 ⁄4 cup molasses 6 cups firm bread cubes * 1 tablespo
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QUICK BERRY SAUCE Makes about 2 cups/8 servings 12 ounces fresh or frozen, thawed strawberries or raspberries 1 ⁄2 cup red berry preserves 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Place all ingredients in blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on Speed 12. Blend until smooth and completely puréed, 20 to 30 seconds. Strain mixture through a fine sieve to remove seeds; discard seeds. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator. Serve with desserts, pancakes or waffles. Nutritional inf
