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5 Cup Electric Rice Cooker
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with Detachable Lid
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:23 AM Page 1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This appliance must be grounded. It is 1 Read all instructions carefully. equipped with a 3-prong cord having a grounded plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet which is properly installed and grounded. 2 Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles only. 3 To protec
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:23 AM Page 3 Table of Contents Important Safeguards 1 Before Your First Use 2 About Wolfgang Puck 3 Know Your Rice Cooker 5 Caution 7 Removing the Detachable Lid 9 Attaching the Detachable Lid 10 Using Your Rice Cooker/ Steamer to Cook Rice 11 Using Your Rice Cooker/ Steamer to Steam Vegetables 12 Wolfgang Puck, owner of the famous Helpful Hints 13 Spago restaurants and one of the most influential Care & Cleaning 14 chef-restauranteurs in America, is credited w
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:23 AM Page 5 Know Your Rice Cooker Rice Cooker Housing Rice Cooker Pot Steaming Basket Carrying Handle Power Cord Scoop Detachable Lid Stem Measuring Cup Lid Release Button Condensation Collector Detachable Lid 5 6
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:23 AM Page 7 Caution Caution 11 Do not fill the unit above the MAXIMUM CUP MARKING. Be sure to observe the following to prevent malfunction that may cause an accident: 12 The lid must be closed tightly in the latched position at all times during 1 Measure the quantity of rice and water according to the Instructions on cooking. (i.e. The unit must not be operated with the lid opened). pages 11-12. 13 DO NOT cover the lid with a cloth. The lid may deform or change
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 9 Removing the Detachable Lid Attaching the Detachable Lid 1 To remove the Detachable Lid, first 1 To attach the Detachable Lid, slide the remove the Condensation Collector Lid Stem into the Lid Stem Receptacle located under the Lid hinge by pulling on the Rice Cooker Housing. Push it away from the Rice Cooker Housing. straight down until the Lid clicks in See Figure 1. place. 2 Remove the Detachable Lid by pushing CAUTION: Ensure that your Lid Stem i
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 11 Using Your Rice Using Your Rice Cooker/Steamer to Cook Rice Cooker/Steamer to Steam Vegetables 1 Only measure rice with the enclosed measuring cup. For best results rinse measured rice until the water becomes relatively clear (see 1 Pour 1 cup of water into the pot. “Helpful Hints” section for details). 2 Place inner pot in the rice cooker housing and place the steaming 2 Place rinsed rice in the pot, add water. For 5 cups of uncooked basket on the
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 13 Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont. • Using the Keep Warm function for more than 5 hours may cause • If the rice cooker switches to KEEP WARM before the food is done, discoloration or an odor in the rice. you probably need to add more liquid. • You can adjust the amount of water and/or rice to your own • Foods that are overly sweet or oily can cause the rice cooker to taste preferences. switch to KEEP WARM earlier than desired. If this happens, add so
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 15 Fresh Vegetable Steaming Chart Pour 1 cup of water into steamer; place vegetables in steamer basket. VEGETABLE QUANTITY TIME Asparagus, stems 1 pound 10 to 12 minutes trimmed Green or Wax Beans, 1/2 pound 12 to 13 minutes whole Broccoli, spears 3/4 pound 13 to 15 minutes Main Dish Broccoli, flowerets 3/4 pound 12 to 14 minutes Cabbage, 1/2 medium head 16 to 18 minutes and Side Dish Recipes cut into 4 wedges (1 pound) Carrots, 1-inch slices 1/2 poun
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 17 Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya Pad Thai 4 servings 2 Servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 2 measures long-grain rice 1 box pad thai stir-fry rice noodles with sauce 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups water 4 ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup fresh vegetables 1/2 pound hot andouille sausage, cut into 1”-slices 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 cup diced onions 1/4 cup diced green bell peppers METHOD 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 Put water a
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 19 Sausage and Sauerkraut Corned Beef and Cabbage 2 - 4 Servings 3 - 4 Servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1 small corned beef brisket 1 pound bag or jar fresh sauerkraut, drained 1 bottle of your favorite beer, or stock if desired 1 pound kielbasa, smoked sausage or other sausage, cooked 1 cup beef or chicken stock 1 carrot, peeled and cut into chunks 1/2 small head green cabbage, cut into small wedges 1 cup beer, chicken stock or water 4 small red bl
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 21 Sloppy Joes Split Pea and Ham Soup 4 - 5 Servings 3 - 4 Servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1 small onion, chopped 1 cup dried split peas 1 clove garlic, minced 2 1/2 cups homemade chicken broth or good quality canned broth 1/2 bell pepper, chopped 1 small meaty ham hock or 4 ounces chopped ham 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste 2 strips bacon, diced 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 rib celery, diced 1 tablespoon Worcestersh
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 23 Braised Pork and Apples Beer Braised Baby Back Ribs This is one of my very favorite recipes. Pork and apples just go 2 - 3 Servings together well and taste good year-round to our family. INGREDIENTS 2 - 3 servings 1/2 slab baby back ribs, cut in 4 pieces 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt* INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 1/2 pounds pork Boston butt 6 ounces beer 1 granny smith apple, sliced 1/2 cup stock 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder* 3
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 25 Chicken and Dumplings Dumplings 3 Servings 3 Servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 3 medium skinless chicken thighs or legs 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon shortening 1 teaspoon olive oil, optional 1/4 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup diced onion 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh herbs 1/2 cup diced celery (i.e. flat leaf parsley, chives, thyme,
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 27 Soy Steamed Salmon Filets Macaroni & Cheese with Shiitake Brown Rice This is hands-down the favorite recipe made in the rice cooker! It is comfort food at its finest and is child’s play to prepare. This recipe is so healthy but is also very pretty and full of flavor. It is a 2 - 3 Servings real treat and a snap to prepare. The busier my life gets, the more grateful I am to have a rice cooker and wonderful recipes like this. INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups e
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 29 One Pot Pasta One Pot Pasta Primavera Once you have made this easy recipe, tailor it to suit your own tastes. 3 - 4 Servings Add your favorite shape of pasta and change up the sauce. Add INGREDIENTS meat and veggies. Recipes like this make busy days so much easier. 1 1/2 cups dry pasta (ziti, penne, etc.) 3 Servings 1 1/2 cups beef, chicken, or vegetable stock 1 1/2 cups pasta sauce, bottled or homemade INGREDIENTS 1 cup fresh vegetables (zucc
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 31 Wasabi Mashed Potatoes Flavorful Smashed Potatoes I like serving this with quickly-seared ahi tuna steaks. 4 Servings 4 Servings INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil INGREDIENTS 1 clove garlic, whole 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 3 russet potatoes, peeled and quartered 1 cup water 1/2 rutabaga, peeled into 2" pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt 6 ounces chicken stock 2 tablespoons unsalted
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 33 Easy Red Beans and Rice Green Rice 3 - 4 servings 4 servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 measures long-grain rice 2 measures long-grain white rice (using rice measure included with rice cooker) (using rice measure included with rice cooker) 1/2 cup canned or cooked red beans, drained 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies 1 small rib celery, chopped 1 small green pepper, chopped 1/2 small onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 clove garlic,
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 35 Risotto with Asparagus Cauliflower Mashers 4 servings 2 - 4 servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets 2 measures arborio rice, measured and rinsed 1 cup chicken broth or stock according to instructions 1/2 cup milk 8 ounces fresh asparagus, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 1 small onion, chopped kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons butter, melted butter or cream
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HSN5C_RiceCooker08 6/23/08 10:24 AM Page 37 Gorgonzola Cheese Polenta Quickie Cornbread 3 - 4 Servings 3 - 4 Servings INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 onion, chopped 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup homemade chicken broth or good-quality canned chicken broth 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 cup half and half or milk 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup coarse-grain polenta, either white or yel
