Calphalon 1779208 manual Tips for Successful Slow Cooking, Adapting Recipes, Why Moist Heat?

Step 5: AUTOMATIC KEEP WARM

At the end of the programmed cooking time the slow cooker will chime once and the display will show Cooking Complete. Then the slow cooker automatically switches to the Warm setting until serving (up to 4 hours). So, if you’re running late, there is no need to worry. Your food will be hot and ready to eat when you are.

Step 6: POWER OFF AND SERVE

Before serving, press the Start/Cancel button if the slow cooker is still operating. Next, grasp the electrical plug securely and remove it from the outlet.

WARNING

DO NOT cook foods using the Warm setting. Doing so may result in food poisoning. The Warm setting is intended to keep cooked, hot foods warm until serving.

DO NOT reheat leftovers in a slow cooker. Doing so may result in food poisoning. Instead, reheat leftovers on the stove top or in a microwave until steaming hot, and then move to the slow cooker to keep warm for serving.

CAUTION

Use caution when removing the glass cover. Be sure to use the cool touch handles and pot holders or oven mitts whenever touching the base of the slow cooker. Carefully tilt the glass cover away from you to avoid burns from escaping steam. Use pot holders or oven mitts to remove the crock from the slow cooker, if desired. Never place the hot slow cooker or crock directly on a wooden table or other non-heat resistant surface. Once serving is complete. Remove any left over food and refrigerate in storage containers. Do not use your ceramic

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TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL

SLOW COOKING

Your Calphalon Digital Slow Cooker allows you to create restaurant-quality dishes that are ideal for effortless entertaining as well as everyday meals. Enjoy adding a gourmet touch to your favorite, slow-simmered recipes. We’ve compiled a few helpful tips to get you started.

Adapting Recipes

As you become familiar with your new kitchen appliance, we want to share a few suggestions for adapting your traditional recipes for the slow cooker. You may want to begin by referring to slow cooker cookbooks for recipes similar to those you want to adapt. They will serve as a guide for cooking times and temperatures. Also, refer to our Suggested Settings on page 13 and our collection of Slow Cooker Recipes that begin on page 18.

Why Moist Heat?

In general, slow cooking is a moist heat method of cooking. Steam accumulates under the glass cover during cooking, which naturally maintains moisture during the cooking process. This type of cooking is especially good for tenderizing foods and for developing flavors as they simmer.

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