Useful Hints:
*For high altitude cooking, steaming times may need to be increased. Exact times vary by location.
*Steaming times stated in the charts and recipes are only a guide. Times may vary depending on the size of food pieces, spacing of the food in the Steamer Bowl, fresh- ness of food, and personal preference. As you become familiar with the Steamer, adjust cooking times.
*A single layer of food steams faster than several layers. Therefore, the cooking time for a larger quantity of food will be increased. For example, 2 Ibs. of broccoli florets will need longer to steam than 1 lb.
*For best results, be sure pieces of food are similar in size. If pieces vary in size and layering is required, place smaller pieces on top.
*Do not crowd food in the Steaming Bowl or Rice Bowl. Arrange the food with spaces between pieces to allow for maximum steam flow.
*When steaming large quantities of food, remove lid about halfway through the *‘steaming time and stir using a long handled utensil, protecting your hands from the
steam with oven mitts.
*Do not add salt and seasoning to the Steaming Bowl until after cooking. This is to avoid possible damage to the heating element located in the Water Reservoir.
*Save liquid in Drip Tray to use in soups;sauces, and gravies.
*Never steam meat, poultry or seafood from frozen. Always thaw completely first.
*All the times stated in the “Steaming Charts and Recipes” are based on the use of cold water in the Water Reservoir.
*The Rice Bowl is an ideal container for steaming other foods such as fruit, vegetables, puddings, quick breads, cakes, etc. For best results, cook quick breads and cakes in a loaf pan.
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