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6 QUART OVAL
SLOW COOKER
MODEL WST3012ZE
OWNER’S MANUAL
MIJOTEUSE OVALE
5,6 LITRES
MODÈLE WST3012ZE
MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid. 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cl
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 5 ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property. 1. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All users of this appli- ance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before opera
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 7 POLARIZED PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resul
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 9 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WESTINGHOUSE WST3012ZE 6 QUART OVAL SLOW COOKER PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATION 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 6 1. Knob (P/N 21400) 5. Cooking Base Unit 2. Tempered Glass Lid 6. OFF/LOW/HIGH/AUTO (P/N 22020) Control Knob 3. Stoneware Liner (P/N 21672) 7. Power Supply Cord 4. Handles 8. Polarized Plug 5 APPRENDRE À CONNAÎTRE LA MIJOTEUSE OVALE 5,6 LITRES WESTINGHOUSE WST3022ZE LE PRODUIT DIFFÈRE PARFOIS LÉGÈREMENT DE L’ILLUSTRA
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 11 BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME 1. Carefully unpack your slow cooker and clean, see CARE AND CLEANING. 2. It is necessary to operate the slow cooker one time before placing food in the stoneware liner. Pour 4 cups of water into the stoneware liner and place it inside the cooking base unit. Put lid on. 3. Plug into a 120 V ~ 60 Hz outlet. 4. Turn control knob to high position and allow to heat for approxi- mately 30 minutes. You will notice a s
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Prepare recipe according to instructions. Place food in stoneware liner and cover with the glass lid. Do not fill the stoneware liner to the brim with food. Always cook with the lid on and the liner in posi- tion. Remember that frequent lifting of the lid during cooking delays cooking time. When cooking a meat and vegetable combination, place the vegetables in the bottom of the liner first. Then add the meat and other
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 15 HINTS FOR SLOW COOKING (Cont.) 3. When cooking in a slow cooker, remember that liquids do not boil away like they do in conventional cooking. Reduce the amount of liquid in any recipe that is not designed for a slow cooker. The exceptions to this rule are rice and soups. Remember, liquids can always be added at a later time if necessary. If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time, remove the cover and turn the contro
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 17 USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user service- able parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disas- sembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician. CARE AND CLEANING CAUTION: NEVER IMMERSE COOKING BASE UNIT OR CORD IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID. 1. Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes. For example, do not place a hot glass l
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 19 RECIPES The recipes followed by an asterisk were especially developed for this 6 quart oval slow cooker by leading housewares expert and best selling cookbook author, Tom Lacalamita, ‘The Kitchen Resource’. DRINKS AND APPETIZERS HOLIDAY PUNCH 2 16-ounce bottles cranberry juice cocktail 2 cups water 1 1 ⁄ cups sugar 2 4 cinnamon sticks 10 whole cloves 4 2 ⁄ quart (757 milliliter) bottles Burgundy wine 5 2 lemons, thinly sliced Combine ingredie
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 21 RECIPES BUFFALO WINGS 4 pounds chicken wings 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic 1 large onion, chopped 2 jalapeno peppers, chopped 2 cups vinegar-based barbecue sauce 1 ⁄ teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 Rinse chicken wings in cold water and pat dry. Place all ingredients in slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until chicken is done. Yield: 6-8 servings PARTY PIZZA DIP 1 1 ⁄ pounds sausage 2 1 1 ⁄ pounds lean
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 23 RECIPES CHEESE FONDUE 1 10-ounce can condensed cheddar cheese soup ® 1 pound Velveeta cheese, cut into 8 pieces 1 pound Swiss cheese, grated 1 1 12-ounce can of beer or 1 ⁄ cups apple cider 2 1 ⁄ teaspoon hot pepper sauce 2 2 drops liquid smoke flavoring Combine ingredients in slow cooker. Cover and heat on low for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes after the first hour. Before serving, whisk to blend. Serve with bread sticks or vegetables for
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 25 RECIPES SOUPS, STEWS, AND SAUCES TURKEY VEGETABLE SOUP* 2 turkey drumsticks, skin and excess fat removed 2 large leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced thinly 1 3 carrots, peeled and cut into ⁄ -inch rounds 4 1 3 ribs celery, cut into ⁄ -inch slices 4 1 10-ounce package frozen corn kernels 1 10-ounce package frozen cut green beans 1 ⁄ cup uncooked pearl barley 2 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill weed 1 46-ounce can low-fat ch
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 27 RECIPES OLD-FASHIONED BEEF STEW* 1 3 carrots, peeled and sliced into ⁄ -inch rounds 4 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 large onion, cut in half and sliced thinly 1 3 pounds of beef, cut into 1 ⁄ -inch cubes 2 1 bay leaf 1 ⁄ teaspoon whole black peppercorns 2 3 cups beef stock or broth 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce 1 teaspoon dried thyme 2 cups frozen peas 1 tablespoon fresh minced parsley Layer carrots, potatoes, and then onio
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 29 RECIPES NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER 1 ⁄ pound bacon, cut in small pieces 2 2 medium onions, chopped 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups water 4 teaspoons dried basil 4 7-ounce cans minced clams with juice 4 cups evaporated milk or Half and Half Sauté bacon and onion. Drain. Combine bacon and onions with pota- toes, salt and water in slow cooker. Sprinkle basil on top. Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours. Turn to high and a
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 31 RECIPES SLOW-SIMMERED BOLOGNESE MEAT SAUCE* 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1 ⁄ pounds lean ground beef 2 1 medium-sized onion, minced 2 carrots, peeled and minced 2 ribs celery, minced 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk 1 teaspoon grated or ground nutmeg 2 teaspoons sugar 3 teaspoons salt 1 ⁄ teaspoon ground black pepper 2 1 tablespoon fresh minced parsley 1 tablespoon fresh minced basil 2 28-ounce cans tomato purée Heat olive oil in a large skillet ov
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 33 RECIPES CHILI 1 pound lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped ® 1 15-ounce can Hunt’s Ready Tomato Sauce -special chunky style 1 15-ounce can tomatoes, garlic style 1 15-ounce can chili beans 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice Sauté ground beef and onion, drain. Combine with other ingredients in slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until hot. Yield: 8-10 servings ENTREES HEARTY BAKED BEANS AND BEEF* 1 pound
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 35 RECIPES BEEF POT ROAST 1 5-pound rump, shoulder or chuck roast 1 1 ⁄ teaspoons salt 2 1 ⁄ teaspoon pepper 4 6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered 8 carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 medium onions, halved 1 cup water or beef broth Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper. Place half of vegetables in bottom of slow cooker, top with roast, then add remaining vegetables and liq- uid. Cover and cook on auto for 10-11 hours or until tender. Yield: 16-2
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 37 RECIPES STUFFED PEPPERS* 6 large bell peppers, tops cut off, cored and seeded 1 pound lean ground beef 1 1 ⁄ cups cooked rice 2 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 ⁄ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese 2 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley 1 ⁄ teaspoon salt 2 1 ⁄ teaspoon black pepper 2 1 28-ounce can tomato sauce 1 ⁄ teaspoon garlic powder 2 Combine the ground beef, cooked rice, egg, cheese, parsley, salt, and 1 ⁄ teaspoon of the black pepper in a la
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WST3012ZE_IB_29-4-03_CrP4 4/29/03 1:50 PM Page 39 RECIPES TAMALE PIE 2 pounds lean ground beef 1 cup chopped onion 1 1 ⁄ cups yellow corn meal 2 3 cups milk 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup water 2 packages chili seasoning mix 1 teaspoon salt 2 15-ounce cans diced tomatoes 2 15-ounce cans whole kernel corn, drained 2 2-ounce cans sliced ripe olives, drained 2 cups grated cheddar cheese Sauté beef and onion until done and drain. Add remaining ingredients except cheese to beef mixture. Pour into slow cooke
