3.Measure desired amount of raw rice with the measuring cup provided. Rinse rice if needed. See “Cooking Rice Chart” for rice to water ratios.
4.Choose one of the following ways to add water or stock for cooking:
a.Using the measuring cup provided for rice, measure the appropriate amount of water using standard liquid measuring cup. See "Cooking Rice Chart".
b.Using the water line inside the cooking pot, add water to the rice inside the pot up to the proper water line. For example, if you added 2 cups of raw rice, add water to line 2 (white rice only).
5.Cover the cooking pot with lid. Make sure the steam vent is facing toward the back of the unit.
6.Plug in unit.
7.Set to the cook position by pressing the switch down. The “Cook” LED light will be illuminated.
8.Rice Cooker will heat and cook the rice. Cooking time will vary, depending on the amount and type of rice or grain being cooked.
9.Once the rice is cooked, the unit will automati- cally switch to the “Warm” setting and the “Warm” LED will be illuminated. The unit will stay in "Warm" mode until the unit is unplugged from the outlet.
10.For best texture, allow cooked rice to rest in “Warm” mode for 5 – 10 minutes.
11.Once you are ready to serve the rice, lift the lid away from you.
12.Fluff rice with paddle or utensil suitable for nonstick cookware.
13.Lift and remove cooking pot from Rice Cooker using potholders.
Cooking Rice and Steaming
Steaming Only
1.Make sure unit is unplugged.
2.Fill cooking pot with the suggested amount of water based on the "Steaming Vegetables Chart".
3.Fill the steaming tray with open end facing up.
4.Place the filled steaming tray on top of the cooking pot.
5.Place lid on top of the steaming tray.
6.When water is completely evaporated, the unit will automatically switch to the “Warm” setting and the “Warm” LED will be illuminated. The unit will stay in "Warm" mode until the unit is unplugged from the outlet.
7.For best results, unplug unit immediately after the unit switches to “Warm”, to prevent over- cooking.
Reheating Rice
1.Make sure unit is unplugged.
2.To reheat rice, add 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp.) of cold water per cup of cooked rice.
3.Stir to mix.
4.Place lid on top of the cooking pot.
5.Plug in unit and set to the cook position by pressing the switch down. The “Cook” LED light will be illuminated.
6.Once the rice is cooked, the unit will automati- cally switch to the “Warm” setting and the “Warm” LED will be illuminated. The unit will stay in "Warm" mode until the unit is unplugged from the outlet.
CLEANING
AND MAINTENANCE
1.Clean and prepare your vegetables, seafood, fish or poultry.
2.Follow steps
3.Fill the steaming tray with open end facing up.
4.Place the filled steaming tray on top of the cooking pot at the appropriate time for food being steamed. See “Steaming Vegetables Chart” for approximate cooking times.
5.Place lid on top of the steaming tray.
6.When the appropriate cooking time has elapsed, unplug the unit.
1.Unplug your Cuisinart™ Rice Cooker and allow it to cool before cleaning.
2.Place cooking pot, steaming tray and lid in the dishwasher or wash with warm, soapy water. If food sticks to the surface, fill with warm, soapy water and allow to soak before cleaning.
3.If scouring is necessary, use a nonabrasive cleanser or liquid detergent with a nylon pad or brush.
4.Wipe base of unit with a soft, damp cloth or microfiber towel. NEVER IMMERSE BASE OF UNIT IN WATER.
5.Make sure all parts are cool before storing. Store unit in a clean, dry place.
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