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IMPORTANT NOTICE
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE.
If you have any problems with this unit,
contact Consumer Relations for service
PHONE: 1-800-275-8273 or
visit our website at wphousewares.com Wolfgang Puck
Please read operating instructions
Tri-Grill
before using this product.
Please keep original box and packing materials
Use and Care
in the event that service is required.
W.P. APPLIANCES, INC. Toll Free (800) 275-8273
Model BCGL0050 P
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:09 PM Page 1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This appliance must be grounded. followed, including the following: It is equipped with a 3-wire cord having a grounded plug. NOTE: This appliance rated 1500 watts and should be the only appliance operating 1 Read all instructions carefully. on the circuit. The plug must be plugged into an outlet
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:09 PM Page 3 Table of Contents Important Safeguards 1 About Wolfgang Puck 3 Know Your Tri-Grill 5 Before Your First Use 7 About Your Tri-Grill 7 Using Your Tri-Grill 8 Grilling in FLOAT position 9 Grilling in FIXED position 10 Grilling in FLAT position 10 Assembling Plates 12 Wolfgang Puck, owner of the famous Spago restaurants and Removing Plates 13 one of the most influential chef-restauranteurs in Helpful Hints 14 America, is credited with reviving Calif
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:09 PM Page 5 Know Your Tri-Grill Cool Touch Handle Side Handle (CAUTION: Hot Surface) UPPER plate Housing (CAUTION: Hot Surface) UPPER plate lock Removable UPPER plate (CAUTION: Hot Surface) Hinge Adjustment Knob Removable LOWER plate (CAUTION: Hot Surface) Ready Light Power Indicator LOWER plate Housing LOWER plate Lock 30-Minute Timer Adjustable Temperature Control Removable Drip Tray (0 - 450°) (CAUTION: Hot Surface) LOWER griddle plate Front Housing (lo
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:09 PM Page 7 Before Your First Use Using Your Tri-Grill Carefully unpack the appliance and remove all packaging materials. Place your Tri-Grill on a flat, level, stable surface. Your Remove the cooking plates and wash in warm soapy water or place in Tri-Grill can be used in three different configurations. the dishwasher. The Hinge Selector (see figure 1) allows you to select between Float, Flat, and Fixed Height. Always start in We recommend a “trial run” at
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 9 Grilling in FLOAT Position Grilling in FIXED Position Cooking in the FLOAT position (see fig. 3) allows both The FIXED HEIGHT position is best used when you do the LOWER and UPPER plate to contact the food. not want the UPPER plate to come in contact with Food cooks much faster than traditional open grill your food. Use at the end of the cooking process cooking. Grease drains away to the drip tray located when you want to melt cheese or heat a sa
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 11 Grilling in FLAT Position Assembling Plates WARNING: To prevent a serious burn injury, always ensure that your Note: When cooking on both LOWER and Tri-Grill is unplugged and has completely cooled prior to removing or UPPER plates in FLAT mode, ensure that adding plates. Always dry plates thoroughly prior to installing on your food is spread evenly amongst both the unit. plates. Always place the food with the longest cooking time on the LOWER
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 13 Removing Plates Helpful Hints WARNING: To prevent a serious burn injury, always ensure that your • Be sure to always wash the grill plates after each use to remove any Tri-Grill is unplugged and has completely cooled prior to removing or residue that may have accumulated. adding plates. Always dry plates thoroughly prior to installing on • Do not use sharp objects or attempt to cut food on top of the grill the unit. plates. • Always preheat
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 15 Grilled Vegetable Panini The English translation of Panini means little breads, 4 servings or rolls and is equated with sandwiches. In the United States, Panini has come to denote a grilled Italian INGREDIENTS sandwich. The Panini sandwiches of today are generally 1 large focaccia bread, halved horizontally made using fresh, crusty Italian breads. 1 large red pepper, quartered 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon Italian dressin
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 17 Salmon Panini Roast Beef Panini with Roquefort and Caramelized Shallots 4 servings 4 servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 4 salmon fillets (3 to 4 ounces each), boned 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon olive oil 6 large shallots, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon pepper Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon fresh dill weed 2 medium baguettes, halved 1 loaf unsliced French bread Horseradish sauce or mustar
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 19 Turkey Reuben Barbecued Shrimp “BLT” 4 servings 4 servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS Butter, if desired 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 pound Dill Havarti cheese (8 slices) 5 large shallots 12 thin slices sourdough 1 pound smoked turkey breast, thinly sliced 1/2 cup white wine 2 cups baby lettuces 1/4 cup Russian salad dressing 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 1/2 pound tomato, cut into 12 slices 1/2 cup coleslaw 1/2 cup heavy crea
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 21 Meat Loaf Patties with Mushroom Sauce Mushroom Sauce 8 servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 5 slices eggplant 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced 2 medium shallots, minced 1/2 cup Port wine 1/2 pound mushrooms, minced 1 cup brown stock Salt and pepper, to taste 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup heavy cream Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 2 pounds ground lamb, pork, or veal (or a combination
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 23 Grilled Chicken Breast Panini Beef Saté with with Artichokes and Spicy Sichuan Sauce Sundried Tomato Pesto 4 Servings 6 servings, 24 skewers INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 4 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat 3/4 pound New York Strip or filet steak, trimmed 2 tablespoons lemon juice Marinade: Sichuan Sauce: 6 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup soy sauce 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1 tablesp
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 25 Chicken Saté with Chicken with Mint Vinaigrette Garlic and Parsley 2 servings 6 servings, 24 skewers INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1 whole chicken, approximately 2 pounds 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 ounces each), 1 small head of garlic, separated and peeled sliced into 12 strips each 1/4 cup Italian parsley leaves, chopped Marinade: Mint Vinaigrette: 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder 2 large egg yolks, beaten 1/4 teas
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 27 Cuban Sandwich Buffalo Chicken Panini 2 Servings 4 Servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1 loaf Cuban bread (Italian bread may be substituted) 8 Slices soft white bread or one Baguette cut into 4 1/4 pound roast pork-sliced 2 tablespoon mayonnaise 1/4 pound boiled or maple glazed ham-sliced 4 tablespoons Blue cheese dressing 1/4 pound Swiss cheese 2 tablespoon Crystal hot sauce (more or less to your liking) 4 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 Fried chicken br
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 29 Cream Cheese and Jelly Panini’s Grilled Reuben Sandwich Serves 1 Serves 4 INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 2 slices marble rye bread 8 slices soft white bread 1 teaspoon mayonnaise 2 tablespoon soft butter 1/4 pound Pastrami or Corned Beef – Sliced thin 1 4 oz package cream cheese 1 slice Swiss cheese 4 tablespoons jelly (use your favorite kind) 2 tablespoons sauerkraut – drained 1 teaspoon thousand island salad dressing METHOD 1 teaspoon dijon mustard –
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 31 Monte Cristo Sandwich Panini S’mores Dessert Sandwiches Serves 4 INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 2 slices challah or white bread – in 1-inch slices 8 Slices pound cake (store bought is fine) 1/4 pound lean ham – shaved 2 teaspoons soft butter 1/4 pound turkey breast – shaved 2 graham crackers crumbled 2 slices Swiss cheese 1 cup chocolate chips 2 large eggs – beaten 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff Powdered sugar for dusting 1 teaspoon water METHOD METHOD 1
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 33 Stuffed French Toast Tri-Grill Grilling Chart FLOAT Mode Only INGREDIENTS Ingredients Temp Minutes 1 loaf Raisin Nut Bread, or Challah (sliced into 2-inch thick slices) BEEF 8 teaspoons cream cheese Fajita steak – thin strips 425 2 4 teaspoons strawberry jam Flank/ skirt steak 1lb, 1” thick medium cooked 425 5 – 7 4 large eggs Hamburgers – 1” thick medium 425 4 – 5 1/2 cup cream Hot dogs – Jumbo 425 5 1 teaspoon sugar NY strip steak boneless – 3
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 35 Tri-Grill Grilling Chart Tri-Grill Grilling Chart FLAT Mode Only FLAT Mode Only Meat Time/Temp. Doneness Test Helpful Hints Meat Time/Temp. Doneness Test Helpful Hints SHRIMP BEEFSTEAKS Large raw, 8 - 12 min. Until pink and firm Brush lightly with vegetable oil 1” thick 10 - 15 min. Medium rare - 145˚ Slash fat around edge to prevent shelled 350° before grilling and twice while 3 ⁄4” thick MAX Medium - 160˚ curling (avoid cutting into meat
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HSN_TriGrillManual0050 9/12/08 12:10 PM Page 37 Tri-Grill Griddle Chart Limited Warranty FLAT Mode Only This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in the Follow these guidelines for successful griddle cooking: mechanical and electrical parts, arising under normal usage and care, in 1 If you prefer cooking foods without added butter or oil, first season this product for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase the griddle surface to prevent any sticking. Season the gri
