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Meal Maker Express
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Meal Maker Express
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 2 wWARNING Shock Hazard • Do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquid. • If the plug on this appliance does not fit in your outlet: - Do not modify the plug. - Do not use an adaptor. - Have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In order to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, burns or other injury or damage, follow these instructions carefully. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions shou
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 3 Know Your Grill Parts and Features 1. Cover 5. Drip Cup 2. Nonstick Grill Surfaces 6. Support Leg 3. Base 7. Spatula/Scraper (available with select models) 4. Timer 3
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 4 Optional Features (on select models) Drain Spout Removable Grids Cord Wrap Drain Spout Locking Tab Grilling Options The grill may be used in two different positions: Closed Cover This will cook the food on both sides at the same time. This is the quickest method. Flat Open the grill for more grilling surface. 1. Flip up the support leg, then lift This will require a longer cooking time cover straight but you can cook twice as much. up (this will di
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 5 Operating Instructions BEFORE FIRST USE: Please wash the cooking surfaces of the grill as instructed under “Cleaning.” 1. Plug into 120 volt AC outlet. 6. When timer rings, use a hot mitt and carefully lift 2. Brush grilling surfaces with oil or grill cover and spray with nonstick cooking spray. check food to 3. Preheat grill by turning timer to see if cooked 5 minutes. Keep cover closed. to desired 4. When preheated, raise grill cover. degree. Do n
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 6 Grilling Chart PREHEAT GRILL 5 MINUTES WITH COVER CLOSED. The following times are guidelines. FOOD COOK TIME DONENESS Slightly pink in center; brown Beef strip steak, boneless, 5 min. fresh (8 oz.) on outside No longer pink in center Chicken breast, boneless, 5-8 min. fresh (4-6 oz.) Heated through Frankfurter (hot dog) 5 min. Hamburger, fresh (4 oz.) 5-7 min. No longer pink in center No longer pink in center Pork chops, boneless, 6-8 min. 3 fresh (
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 7 Cleaning NOTE: If your grill has removable grids, 5. Do not use steel wool or any type see the following section. of abrasive cleaner to clean the grill, as it will damage the nonstick grilling 1. Unplug grill from electrical outlet and surface, and void the warranty. allow to cool slightly. 6. Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe 2. Wipe grilling surfaces with a paper clean the outside of grill. towel to remove drippings. 7. Empty drip cup. Wash drip cu
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 8 Recipes ™ These recipes were developed for use with all sizes of the Meal Maker Express Contact Grills. Some ingredients are listed as a range; for example, 2 or 4 slices of bread. Use the smaller amount for the small grill or if you’re only cooking for two on the large grill. Use the larger amount for the large grill. Guilt-Free Hash Browns 1 1 ⁄2 or 3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, Southern style 1 ⁄2 or 1 green onion, finely chopped (optional)
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 9 Cinnamon French Toast 3 eggs 1 ⁄3 cup milk 1 tablespoon sugar 1 ⁄2 teaspoon vanilla 4 slices bread Cinnamon 1. Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. In a medium shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla. Soak slices of bread in egg mixture. 3. On the small grill, place 2 slices of bread. Close lid and cook 4 minutes or until done. Repeat with remaining bread. OR, 4. On the large grill, place 2 slices of b
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 10 Turkey Garden Burgers 1 ⁄2 or 1 pound lean ground turkey 1 ⁄2 or 1 cup shredded carrot and zucchini 1 or 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 2 or 4 whole wheat or white sandwich buns 1. Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Combine turkey, carrot and zucchini, onion, and parsley; mix well. Shape 1 mixture into two or four 3 ⁄2-inch patties. 3. Place patties on grill. Close lid and c
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 11 Tuna Burgers 1 or 2 cans (6 ounces each) chunk light tuna, drained and flaked 1 1 ⁄4 or ⁄2 cup dry bread crumbs 1 1 ⁄4 or ⁄2 cup finely chopped celery 1 2 tablespoons or ⁄4 cup finely chopped onion 1 or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 2 tablespoons or ⁄4 cup salad dressing or mayonnaise 1. Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. For burgers, combine all ingredients and mix well. Shape mixture into two 1 or four 3 ⁄2-in
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 12 “Meatball” Sandwiches 1 ⁄2 or 1 pound lean ground beef 1 1 ⁄4 or ⁄2 cup dry Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1 2 tablespoons or ⁄4 cup chopped onion 1 ⁄2 or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves, crushed 1 egg or 2 egg whites 2 or 4 crusty Italian rolls, about 7 inches long 1 8-oz. or 14-oz. jar spaghetti sauce, heated Grated Parmesan cheese 1. Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. In bowl, combine beef, bread crumbs, onion, basil, an
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 13 Really Easy Tacos 1 ⁄2 or 1 pound lean ground beef 1 1 ⁄4 or ⁄2 cup chopped onion 1 1 ⁄2 or 1 package (1 ⁄4 ounces) taco seasoning mix 6 or 12 taco shells Shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese Sour cream and/or salsa 1. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Crumble beef on grill and top with onion. Sprinkle with taco seasoning. Close lid and cook 4 minutes or until beef is no longer pink. 3. In each taco shell, place cooked beef mixt
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 14 Chicken & Vegetable Packets 1 2 or 4 cooked chicken breasts (about ⁄2 to 1 pound uncooked)* 14 or 28 frozen potato wedges with skin (about 12 ounces) 1 or 2 cups frozen peas 1 1 ⁄2 or 1 can (10 ⁄2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup Dried thyme leaves, crushed 1. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Place 1 chicken breast in center of a piece of aluminum foil, about 1 12x16 inches long. Top each with layer of seven potato wedges, ⁄2 cup 1 peas and
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 15 Grilled Vegetable Medley 1 or 2 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash, sliced 1 ⁄2 or 1 medium onion, sliced 1 or 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (3 or 6 ounces) 1 or 2 medium or plum tomatoes, sliced 1 ⁄2 or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves, crushed 1. Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Place zucchini and onion on grill. Close lid and cook 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 3. Remove to serving dish and keep warm.
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840156900 Ev01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 16 Customer Service If you have a question about your grill, call our toll-free customer service number. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series numbers and fill in that information below. These numbers can be found on the bottom of your grill. This information will help us answer your question much more quickly. MODEL: ______________ TYPE: _______________ SERIES: _________________ This warranty applies to products purchased in
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840156900 Fv01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 17 wAVERTISSEMENT Risque d’électrocution • N’immergez pas cet appareil dans l’eau ou tout autre liquide. • Si la fiche de cet appareil refuse de s’introduire dans la prise : - Ne modifiez pas la fiche. - N’utilisez pas un adaptateur. - Demandez à un électricien de remplacer la prise électrique désuète. IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS Nous vous enjoignons de bien suivre les instructions suivantes pour éviter le risque d’incendie, choc électrique, brûlures
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840156900 Fv01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 18 Nomenclature Pièces et caractéristiques 1. Couvercle 5. Ramasse-gouttes 2. Surfaces de cuisson 6. Pied d’appui antiadhésives 7. Spatule/racloir 3. Base (avec certains modèles) 4. Minuterie 18
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840156900 Fv01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 19 Caractéristiques optionnelles (sur certains modèles) Enroulement de cordon Orifice d’écoulement Grilles amovibles Orifice d’écoulement Languette de blocage Options de cuisson au gril Le gril peut être utilisé de deux façons différentes : Avec couvercle fermé Cette façon fera cuire les aliments les deux côtés à la fois. C’est la méthode la plus rapide. Cuisson à plat Ouvrir le gril pour plus d’espace de 1. Soulever le pied d’appui, ensuite cuisson
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840156900 Fv01.qxd 10/3/06 11:16 AM Page 20 Utilisation du gril AVANT LE PREMIER EMPLOI : Veuillez laver les surfaces de cuisson du gril en suivant les instructions de la rubrique “Nettoyage”. 1. Brancher dans une prise de courant 6. Quand la minuterie se fait entendre, CA de 120 volts. utiliser une mitaine de 2. Brosser les surfaces du gril à l’huile protection con- ou vaporiser un produit à cuisson tre la chaleur non adhésif. et soulever 3. Préchauffer le gril en tournant la soigneusement
