Kenmore Essential Operating Instructions for Slow Cookers

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)

LIMPIEZA Y MANTENIMIENTO

STIRRING FOOD

Little or no stirring is required when using the low or keep warm setting. When using the high setting, stirring ensures even flavor distribution.

BASIC COOKING TIME GUIDE

Heat	Low	High
Setting
3-4 Lb.	6-8 Hours	3-4 Hours
Chicken
3-4 Lb. Pot	6-8 Hours	4-5 Hours
Roast
3 Qt. Beef	8-10 Hours	4-5 Hours
Stew
3 Qt. Chili	8-10 Hours	4-5 Hours
3 Qt.	6-8 Hours	3-4 Hours
Vegetable
Soup

The cooking times given above should be used ONLY as a guide. It is recommended that a food thermometer be used to check the temperature to ensure the food is completely cooked.

TIPS FOR SLOW COOKING

•The cover of the slow cooker does not form a tight fit on the ceramic pot but should be centered on the ceramic pot for best results. Do not remove the glass cover unnecessarily - this will result in major heat loss. Do not cook without the glass cover in place.

•Stirring is not normally needed when using a slow cooker. However, if cooking on high, you may want to stir occasionally.

•Slow cooking retains most of the moisture in foods. If a recipe results in too much liquid at the end of the cooking time, remove glass cover, turn the control knob to high, and reduce the liquid by simmering. This will take 30-45 minutes.

•The slow cooker should be at least half-filled for best results.

•If cooking soups or stews, leave a

2-inch space between the top of the ceramic pot and the food so that the food may be allowed to simmer.

TIPS FOR SLOW COOKING (cont)

•Many recipes call for cooking all day. You can also prepare the recipe the night before by placing all ingredients in the ceramic pot, cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, simply place the ceramic pot in the slow cooker and select the time and temperature setting.

•Meat & Poultry require at least 7 to 8 hours on LOW. Do not use frozen meat in the slow cooker. Thaw any meat or poultry before slow cooking.

•Trim all visible fat from meat or poultry.

•Cook dried beans 1-2 hours on high setting, then add remaining ingredients, cook on low for the remaining time.

•When cooking curries and casseroles, richer, more intensive flavors will develop when the first stage is prepared by traditional methods, i.e. brown the onions, meat and spices first in a non-stick pan.

DO

•Handle the ceramic pot and glass lid with care.

•Use oven mitts when lifting the ceramic pot containing hot foods.

•Avoid extreme temperature changes in the ceramic pot or glass lid. For example, do not place into or under cold water while still hot.

DO NOT

•Use the ceramic pot if chipped or cracked.

•Operate the slow cooker without the ceramic pot in place.

•Place the hot ceramic pot onto a wet surface.

•Use frozen meats or foods in slow cooker. Always defrost them first.

•Place the glass lid in oven or microwave.

NEVER

•Use abrasive cleansers or metal scouring pads when cleaning the ceramic pot.

•Place water or other liquids into the metal housing of the slow cooker.

•Immerse the metal housing, cord or plug of the slow cooker into water or any other liquid.

•Touch hot surfaces with bare hands.

CUIDADO: Asegurarse que la unidad esté desconectada del tomacorriente y apagada con el botón en “Off” antes de limpiarla.

•Siempre dejar que la unidad se enfríe antes de limpiarla o lavarla.

•Sacar el tazón de cerámica y la tapa de vidrio y lavarlas en agua caliente jabonosa usando un detergente para lavadora de vajillas. Enjuagar y secar bien.

•Nunca usar limpiadores abrasivos ni almohadillas de metal para limpiar el tazón de cerámica ni la tapa de vidrio.

•Para ablandar los residuos rebeldes de alimentos que se han cocinado, llenar el tazón de cerámica con agua jabonosa tibia y dejar que se remojen. Después sacarlos frotando con una escobilla de nylon para cocina.

•El tazón de cerámica y la tapa de vidrio pueden lavarse en el lavavajillas. Sin embargo, se debe tener cuidado de no despostillar ni rajar el tazón de cerámica ni la tapa de vidrio.

•Nunca sumergir el casco metálico, el cordón ni el enchufe en agua ni otro líquido.

•Limpiar el casco metálico únicamente con un paño humedecido. NO sumergir en agua.

•Al guardar la olla cocción lenta, enrollar el cordón en forma suelta, pero no alrededor de la olla.

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