G R E E N G O U R M E T H A R D A N O D I Z E D C O O K W A R E
Congratulations on your purchase of Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware! Designed from the inside out for todays eco-conscious chef, GreenGourmet Cookware combines uncompromising, superior cooking performance with an eco-friendly sensibility. We guarantee you a lifetime of healthier cooking with your Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Remove all labels. Wash cookware by hand in warm water with a mild dish soap. Rinse thoroughly in warm water and wipe dry with a soft dish towel.
HEALTHIER COOKING, EASY CLEANING
When cooking with your Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware, you do not need to add oil or butter to prevent foods from sticking. If you wish to enhance the avor and appearance of foods, you need add only a minimum amount to the nonstick surface of your cookware.
ENERGYEFFICIENT COOKING
Select a burner size that matches the diameter of the bottom of the pan. When cooking over a gas burner, make certain that the ame touches only the bottom of the pan. If the ame extends up the sides of the pan, energy is wasted.
ESSENTIAL PRECAUTIONS
Never use Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware on high heat or food will
distribution prevents hot spots. We recommend using a low to medium setting for most cooking. To boil water, medium-high is sucient. Never leave Cuisinart Cookware or any pan empty over a hot burner. Doing so can ruin the pan and void the warranty, and cause damage to the stovetop.
COOKING ON A GLASS STOVETOP
To avoid scratching a glass cooktop, do not slide cookware on the glass surface. Please consult your glass cooktop manual for information and recommendations on use.
OVEN COOKING TEMPERATURE
Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware can be used in the oven up to 400F. DO NOT use under the broiler. Using Cuisinart Cookware in the oven will cause the handles as well as the pan to become hot. Use oven mitts when removing the cookware from the oven.
PROPER COOKING UTENSILS
We recommend using plastic or wooden utensils in your Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware to maintain its appearance and performance. Refrain from cutting foods or using sharp utensils such as forks, knives, mashers or whisks that can scratch the cooking surface. Slight surface marks and abrasions are normal and will not aect the performance of the Cuisinart Ceramica coating.
EASY MAINTENANCE
Let your Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware cool before cleaning. Cookware should be washed by hand with hot sudsy water and a sponge, or soft dishcloth. Do not use steel wool or other metal or abrasive pads that can scratch your cookware. After washing, rinse thoroughly and dry immediately. NOTE: Do not put GreenGourmet Cookware in the dishwasher, since harsh detergents will harm it.
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware has a smooth exterior nish, making it easier to clean and maintain. Food residue or buildup on the exterior of your cookware can easily be removed with hot soapy water and a scrub pad.
cooking performance of your cookware.
CONVENIENT STORAGE
Hanging pans by their handles on a Cuisinart cookware rack provides convenient, safe storage for your Cuisinart GreenGourmet Cookware. Use care if you store your cookware in cabinets or drawers. Careless stacking and crowding may cause scratches or chipping of the ceramic interior surface.
DURABLE COOKWARE FOR A LIFETIME OF GREAT MEALS
With a little bit of care, youll enjoy a great performance from your Cuisinart GreenGourmet cookware for years to come. A careful hand washing after each use is usually all it takes. But if pans become crusty or heavily greased, a couple of hours soaking in hot sudsy water and a light scrub will have them looking like new. Seasoning your pans twice a year helps to maintain optimal performance, and its easy! Just add a half-tablespoon of vegetable oil and spread it around the entire interior,
hour. Carefully remove the pan, allow it to cool completely, and wipe o any excess oil with a paper towel. Be gentle with your cookware!