FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1.Glass Lid w/ Stainless Steel Rim and Steam Vent:
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2.Steaming Tray: Allows you to steam a variety of foods while the rice is cooking.
3.Cooking Pot: Nonstick coating prevents the rice from sticking to the pot.
4.Stainless Steel Housing: Durable stainless steel construction makes cleanup easy.
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6.“Cook” and “Warm” Indicator Switch: LED lights on top of the switch indicate that the unit is in “Cook” or “Warm” mode.
7.Measuring Cup: Calibrated specifically for your Cuisinart™ Rice Cooker; allows you to measure the proper rice to water proportions with ease.
8.Rice Paddle: Allows you to fluff and scoop the rice out of the cooking pot and rice doesn't stick to the utensil.
9.Retractable Cord Storage (not shown): Convenient retractable cord storage.
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IMPORTANT GUIDELINES
•This appliance generates steam. Do not operate uncovered.
•Do not use your Rice Cooker under wall hanging cabinets; the escaping steam could cause damage.
•Do not use metal utensils. Metal utensils will damage the nonstick finish on inner Rice Cooking pot.
•Do not plug in the Rice Cooker before rice and water have been added. Because most Rice Cookers do not have an “Off” setting, the unit will automatically be in “Warm” mode immediately after the unit is plugged in.
TIPS AND HINTS
•The Cuisinart™ Rice Cooker is a perfect appliance for a busy lifestyle and limited space. It will cook rices and grains perfectly with minimal fuss, taking up little counter space and leaving all your burners free for other tasks. Cleaning up the nonstick Rice Cooker bowl is quick and easy and there is virtually no maintenance.
•Your Rice Cooker can be used for more than just plain old rice. It is a simple way to cook pilafs. It is also wonderful for preparing risottos, polenta, oatmeal and other breakfast cereals that require constant stirring and attention. Simply turn unit on and walk away – it will automatically switch to "Warm" when ready to serve.
•You can use your Rice Cooker to cook a combi- nation of rice, grains and legumes at the same time. Follow our recipes for ideas and suggested amounts to use – let your imagination be your guide.
•Rinsing/Washing Rice: Generally the rule is to “wash” or rinse imported rice and not to wash or rinse domestic (grown in U.S.) rices, as they have been vitamin enriched. To wash rice: place in a medium bowl and cover with water, swirl until the water appears chalky/cloudy and drain in a fine mesh strainer. Repeat until water is clear (or nearly clear) when rice is covered and swirled. Rice aficionados will even “wash” domestic rice, as it removes the starches and reduces stickiness. If you follow a
•Some rices may call for a soaking period. This can be done in the Rice Cooker Bowl prior to cooking.
•When cooking rice, boil it until it has absorbed all the liquid. At this time it is not quite done. Rice benefits from a
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