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INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
™
SMARTPOWER PREMIER 600-WATT BLENDER CBT-500 SERIES
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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15. Never leave your blender unattended while it is running. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 16. When blending HOT liquids, remove measured pour lid (center piece When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always of cover) to allow steam to escape. be followed, including the following: 17. Twist on locking ring firmly. Injury can result if moving blades 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. accidentally become exposed. 2. T o protect against the risk of electrical sh
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INTRODUCTION UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ® ™ The Cuisinart SmartPower Premier 600-Watt Blender is constructed with ® ™ a heavy die-cast metal base and 50-ounce glass blender jar. This dynamic 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart SmartPower Premier new look for blending – solid, sophisticated, and elegantly commercial – is 600-Watt Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. perfect for today’s gourmet kitchen. 2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from to
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9. Heavy-Duty Motor Base FEATURES AND BENEFITS Is so sturdy and stable, it will not “walk” on your counter – even during ice crushing! 2. 1. Cover 10. Slip-Proof Feet (not shown) 1. Just press on. Tightfitting Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks on seal resists leakage. countertops or tables. 2. Measured Pour Lid 11. Cord Storage (not shown) 3. Allows you to measure Keeps countertop safe and neat by conveniently storing and add ingredients with- excess
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HELPFUL REMINDERS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE • Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added during To activate blender Press On – The blender is in On mode. blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding ingredients, and To begin blending Press desired speed button. 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 d
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™ 3. TIMING YOUR RECIPES: The SmartPower Premier 600-Watt Note: By pausing the blending process, you will also pause the timer. ™ Blender features a 5-minute Count-Up Timer, so that you can time The timer will pause until you start blending again. your recipes and guarantee perfect results. The timer begins count- ing from 0 as soon as you push your desired speed: High, Low, Pulse b. To Stop Blending Process: Push the Off button when you are or Ice Crush. The timer will continue to c
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• Use the measured pour lid to measure liquid ingredients such as alcohol. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Replace measured pour lid after ingredients have been added. ® ™ Always unplug your Cuisinart SmartPower Premier 600-Watt Blender • Use a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender is from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of turned off. Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the blender corrosion-resistant parts which are easy to clean
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Whipping Cream: If possible, chill blender jar and cutting assembly in RECIPE TIPS refrigerator for 15 minutes. Add 1 cup heavy or whipping cream to blender jar. Cover jar. Set on Low and Pulse (1-second pulses) 20 to 30 times until The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as well cream is thickened. (Do not overblend – bits of butter will begin to form.) as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and If desired, add 1 tablespoon sugar a
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Nutritional information per serving: Calories 105 (4% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 3g • fat 0g RECIPES • sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 23mg • calc. 76mg • fiber 2g SMOOTHIES, SHAKES, FRAPPÉS, TO-FRUITTI SMOOTHIES The much-maligned tofu is a good source of protein and a nice alternative to using FROZEN BEVERAGES dairy products in smoothies. Change the fruits to suit your own taste. Makes six 8-oz. servings FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIE 1 cup mango chunks (1" pieces), about 12 ounces Layers of fre
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Makes four 8-oz. servings Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Blend on High for 30 to 40 seconds until the mixture is smooth and slushy in texture. Turn 2 cups lowfat milk blender off. Serve immediately. 2 bananas, cut into 1" pieces Nutritional information per serving: 2 cups lowfat chocolate frozen yogurt Calories 158 (1% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 0g • fat 0g 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 5mg • calc. 9mg • fi
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3 sun-dried tomatoes (dry, not oil packed) DIPS/SPREADS/APPETIZERS 2 cloves garlic, peeled For best results when blending fresh herbs, the herbs, blender jar and cutting ½ cup boiling water assembly must be dry and clean. 3 green onions, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces TWO-PEPPER HUMMUS 1 package lowfat cream cheese, cut into 1" pieces ® This popular Middle Eastern spread is simple to make in your Cuisinart SmartPower ½ cup fat free cottage cheese ™ Premier 600-Watt blender – we have spi
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until vegetables are medium-finely chopped, about 5 to 10 seconds. Transfer to a Place the parsley in the blender jar. Place cover on blender jar. Set blender on Low large serving bowl. Add remaining tomato juice/vegetable cocktail to blender jar with and pulse until coarsely chopped, about 4 to 5 times. Remove and reserve. fresh tomatoes. ® Melt the butter in a medium Cuisinart saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and With blender set on Low, pulse 10 times to chop, or blend continuously if
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Drain vegetables, reserving cooking liquid. Allow to cool 5 minutes. Place veg- allow to boil. The soup may be made ahead and reheated – if making ahead, do not etables in blender jar. Add 1 cup cooking liquid; return remaining cooking liquid to add half-and-half until soup is reheated. saucepan. Cover blender jar. Set on High. Blend 20 to 30 seconds. Scrape blender Nutritional information per serving: jar and blend 10 to 15 seconds longer, until completely puréed and creamy smooth. Calories
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RICOTTA SPINACH PIE SAUCES/DRESSINGS Somewhat like a crustless quiche, Ricotta Spinach Pie with Rustic Tomato Sauce RUSTIC TOMATO SAUCE makes a simple supper entrée. Healthy and delicious at the same time! Makes 8 servings Makes about 8 cups 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ½ ounce Asiago cheese, cut into ½" cubes 1 onion (8 ounces), peeled and cut into ½" pieces ½ slice white or wheat bread (½ ounce) cut into ½" cubes 2 carrots (4 ounces), peeled and cut
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1 teaspoon kosher salt ate for 30 minutes or longer to allow flavors to develop. Keeps for one week in the refrigerator. ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper ²⁄ cup extra virgin olive oil Nutritional analysis per tablespoon: ³ Calories 58 (90% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 6g ²⁄ cup vegetable oil ³ • sat. fat 1g • chol. 1mg • sod. 74mg • calc. 18mg • fiber 0g Place the garlic in the blender jar and cover jar. Set on Low. Use the Pulse function to chop the garlic, 5 times. Add the mus
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order listed, including reserved cheese. Cover blender jar; blend on High until com- bined, about 30 to 40 seconds. Pesto may be stored in refrigerator in an CAJUN CREOLE SPICE BLEND airtight container. After placing in container, smooth over top, and drizzle Our Cajun Creole Spice Blend is a comparable alternative to purchased spice with additional olive oil to cover surface and keep from turning dark. Stir oil in before mixtures, but much fresher and more economical. Adjust the spiciness t
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CLASSIC CHERRY CLAFOUTIS DESSERTS/SWEET SAUCES This traditional country French dessert can be made with cherries, plums, peaches, pears or any other berry. We have added finely ground almonds or hazelnuts for that COOKIE CRUST PUMPKIN PIE certain “je ne sais quoi.” The traditional holiday favorite is made with a cookie crumb crust Makes 8 servings for a crunchy change. Makes 12 servings 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted ¼ cup + 4 teaspoons granulated sugar, divided Crust: 1 ounce almonds o
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Place all ingredients in blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on High. Blend LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY until smooth and completely puréed, 20 to 30 seconds. Strain mixture through a fine sieve to remove seeds; discard seeds. Store in an airtight This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a ® ™ Cuisinart SmartPower Premier 600-Watt Blender that was purchased at retail for container in refrigerator. Serve with desserts, pancakes or waffles. personal, family or
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CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY: California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store which sells Cuisinart products of the same type. The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product, refer the con- sumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to
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