BEEF

Slow Cooking

5.Place EasySear™ pan back into slow cooker base.

6.Add beef stock, fish sauce, coconut milk, carrots, kaffir leaves and lemongrass, mix well.

7.Cover with lid, turn Temperature Control Dial to ‘AUTO’ setting and cook for 5 to 6 hours or until beef is tender.

8.Remove lemongrass and kaffir leaves and discard. Season with sugar and salt then stir in bamboo shoots, mix well.

9.Serve red curry topped with chopped tomato, coriander and extra chillies (optional).

Setting Variation: Use the Low setting and cook for 7 to 8 hours or High setting for

4 to 5 hours.

NOTE

Red curry pastes vary in spice/chilli heat, for a milder curry add less for a hotter curry add a little more.

BEEF POT ROAST

Serves 4 to 6

Ingredients

2 kg piece bolar blade beef, whole

2 Tablespoons plain flour

Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tablespoons oil

20g butter

2 large onions, finely chopped

3 sticks celery, finely chopped Extra 2 Tablespoons plain flour 4 cups/ 1 litre beef stock

2 bay leaves

4 to 6 sprigs fresh thyme

550g potatoes, peeled and quartered

4 carrots, cut into large chunks or thick slices

6 small white onions

METHOD

Beef Preparation

1.Coat beef in flour, salt and pepper.

Searing on the Stovetop with

EasySear™ pan

2.Place EasySear™ pan onto stovetop and preheat for 2 to 3 minutes, add oil and heat a further 1 minute.

3.Add beef and cook until well browned all over, remove from pan.

4.Add butter, onions and celery to pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5.Add extra 2 Tablespoons of flour to pan, mix well cook 1 minute.

6.Gradually add stock, stirring until sauce boils and thickens.

Slow Cooking

7.Place EasySear™ pan back into slow cooker base.

8.Add beef, bay leaves and thyme, turn beef to coat all over in gravy.

9.Cover with lid, turn Temperature Control Dial to ’LOW’ setting. Cook for 4 hours, turning once during cooking.

10.Add potatoes, carrots and small onions to pan mixing well. Cover with lid and continue cooking for a further 2 to 3 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender.

Setting Variation: Use the Auto setting and cook for 5 to 6 hours or until beef is cooked (Add vegetables at approximately the last 2 hours of cooking time).

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BSC500 specifications

The Breville BSC500 is an innovative slow cooker that combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, making it a standout option for home cooks looking to create delicious, hassle-free meals. Known for its multifunctionality and precision cooking, the BSC500 is designed to enhance the cooking experience while delivering consistent, mouth-watering results.

One of the key features of the Breville BSC500 is its unique "Sear & Stew" function. This allows users to brown their meat directly in the cooking pot before slow cooking, helping to seal in flavor and build richer broth or sauces. The stainless steel cooking bowl is not only durable but also designed to conduct heat evenly, ensuring that food cooks thoroughly and uniformly.

Another notable technology incorporated in the BSC500 is its smart control panel, which features an LCD display that makes it easy to select cooking times and temperature settings. This slow cooker offers several cooking options, including low, medium, and high settings, allowing for flexibility depending on your meal plan and schedule. Additionally, it has a programmable timer that lets you set cooking times from 1 to 12 hours, ensuring your meal is ready when you need it.

The BSC500 also boasts a portable design that includes a secure locking lid, making it convenient for transporting meals to potlucks or parties. The lid is designed with a silicone seal that helps to retain moisture and heat, enhancing the slow cooking process and ensuring food remains succulent and flavorful.

Safety is another area where the Breville BSC500 excels. It features cool-touch handles to prevent burns during handling and an overheating protection mechanism that automatically turns off the unit in case of any temperature irregularities.

In addition to its cooking capabilities, the Breville BSC500 is easy to clean, with a removable, dishwasher-safe cooking bowl and lid that simplify the post-cooking cleanup process.

With its thoughtful design and innovative technological features, the Breville BSC500 slow cooker redefines convenience in the kitchen, making it an excellent choice for busy families and cooking enthusiasts alike. Whether you are preparing hearty stews, tender roasts, or wholesome soups, this slow cooker delivers reliability and performance you can trust.
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