Cuisinart CMW-55 Instruction and Recipe Booklet PDF

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For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

IB-8083

Recipe Booklet

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Cuisinart Compact Microwave CMW-55 Series

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave ener- gy, and when using electrical applianc- es, basic safety precautions should be followed including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. Read and follow the specific warn- ing: PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY, page 3.

3. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS, page 4.

4. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with the provided installation instructions, pages 7-8.

5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example, closed glass jars can explode and should not be heated in this oven.

6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in this appli- ance. This oven is specifically designed to heat or cook food. It is not designed for industrial or labo- ratory use.

7. As with any appliance, close super- vision is necessary when it is used by children.

8. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped.

9. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service techni- cians. Contact 1-800-726-0190.

10. Do not cover or block any openings on the appliance.

11. Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

12. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar locations.

13. Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

14. Keep cord away from heated sur- faces.

15. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

16. When cleaning surfaces of door and oven that come together on closing the door, use only mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents applied with a sponge or soft cloth.

17. To reduce the risk of fire in the oven interior:

a) Do not overcook food. Carefully attend appliance when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking.

b) Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.

c) If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

d) Do not use the interior for stor- age purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in use.

18. Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea can be overheated beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling. This is called delayed eruptive boiling. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. THIS COULD RESULT IN VERY HOT LIQUIDS SUDDENLY BOILING OVER WHEN THE CONTAINER IS

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DISTURBED OR A UTENSIL IS INSERTED INTO THE LIQUID.

19. To reduce the risk of injury to persons:

a. Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks. Use a wide-mouth container.

b. Stir liquid both before and halfway through heating it.

c. Do not overheat liquid.

d. Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container. This may also cause delayed eruptive boiling.

e. After heating, allow the container to stand in the microwave oven for at least 20 seconds before removing the container.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

1. Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open as this can result in harmful exposure to micro- wave energy. It is important not to

break or tamper with the safety interlocks.

2. Do not place any object between the front of the oven interior and the door or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

3. Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly impor- tant that the oven door closes properly and that there is no dam- age to the door (for example, make sure that it is not bent); hinges and latches (for example, make sure that they are not broken or loos- ened); door seals and sealing sur- face.

4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

If the microwave unit is not kept clean, its surface could be degraded and lead to a hazardous situation.

SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS DANGER - Electric Shock Hazard Touching some of the internal compo- nents can cause serious personal injury or death. Do not disassemble this appliance.

WARNING - Electric Shock Hazard Improper use of the grounding can result in electric shock. Do not plug into an outlet until appliance is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY

WARNING RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord with a grounding wire and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is proper- ly installed and grounded.

Consult a qualified electrician or service- man if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire exten- sion cord that has a 3-pronged ground- ing plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.

1. A short power-supply cord is pro- vided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or trip- ping over a longer cord.

2. Longer cord sets or an extension cord should not be used unless the following precautions are followed (see 3, below).

3. If a long cord or extension cord is used:

The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.

The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by chil- dren or tripped over.

CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . 2

Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to Excessive Microwave Energy. . . . 3

Special Cord Set Instructions . . . . . . . 3

Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Materials You Can Use in Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Materials to be Avoided in Microwave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Pre-Set Express Cooking Chart . . . . 13

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing a very smart microwave oven! Your Cuisinart

Compact Microwave requires very little counter space to perform a huge variety of functions! Youll find the interior big enough for most of the items youd like to defrost, reheat or microwave. Take a few minutes to read how to use the pre- sets and youll be amazed at how easily you can prepare a meal, snack or beverage. And be sure to enjoy this ovens unique two-stage feature, which lets you set it to automatically shift from one function to another. Theres so much to look forward to. Bon appetit!

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. The oven must be placed on a level surface.

2. The glass turntable and turntable assembly must be in the oven dur- ing cooking. Handle the glass turn- table carefully and place cookware on it gently to avoid possible break- age.

3. Incorrect use of a browning dish may cause the turntable to break, see page 6.

4. Use only the specified bag size when using the preset popcorn program.

5. The oven has several built-in safety switches to ensure that the power remains off when the door is open. Do not tamper with these switches.

6. Do not operate the microwave oven empty. Operating the oven with no food or food that is extremely low in moisture can cause fire, charring or sparking.

7. Do not cook bacon directly on the turntable. Excessive local heating of the turntable may cause the turntable to break.

8. Do not heat baby bottles or baby food in the microwave oven. Uneven heating/hotspots may occur and could cause injury.

9. Do not heat narrow-necked con- tainers, such as syrup bottles.

10. Do not attempt to deep-fry in your microwave oven.

11. Do not attempt home canning in this microwave oven, as it is impos- sible to be sure all contents of the jar have reached boiling tempera- ture.

12. Do not use this microwave oven for commercial purposes. This micro- wave oven is made for household use only.

13. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deteri- oration that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possi- bly result in a hazardous situation.

SPECIFICATIONS

CONTAINERS CAUTION: Personal Injury Hazard Tightly closed containers could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking.

See the charts on pages 6 and 7 of materials you can use in microwave oven or to avoid using in your micro- wave oven. There may be certain non- metallic materials that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the material/container in ques- tion following the procedure below.

Material/Container Test

1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the material or container in question.

2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.

3. Carefully feel the material or con- tainer. If it is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.

4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.

Model: CMW-55

Rated Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz

Rated Input Power: 1050W

Rated Output Power: 700W

Oven Capacity: 0.6 Cu Ft

Turntable Diameter: 9.6 inches

External Dimensions (WxHxD):

Approximate Net Weight: 22 lbs.

17.3 x 13.0 x 10.2 inches

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MATERIALS YOU CAN USE IN MICROWAVE Arcing is sparks or electric flashes that crackle or pop. Arcing can produce heat that is quite intense and can damage the interior of the microwave or containers being used in the microwave. It can also cause fire.

Arcing occurs when metal containers are used in the microwave and can also occur with the use of metal skewers, metal clamps, or twist ties for plastic bags. To pre- vent arcing, use these charts (below and following page) to determine which mate- rials are microwave safe, or follow instructions from container/wrap manufacturer.

Aluminum foil

Shielding only. Small smooth pieces may be used to cover thin parts of poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from the oven walls.

Browning dish

Use a browning dish in this microwave oven only if your browning dish is supplied with a microwave trivet that will lift the browning dish 316 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.

Dinnerware Microwave safe only. Follow manufacturers instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.

Glass jars

Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break. Use tempered glass only. Jars for canning are tempered and microwave safe.

Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped glassware.

Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturers instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.

Paper plates & cups

Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking. They should be labeled for use in microwave with no color/dye.

Paper towels Use to cover food for reheating and for absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking only.

Parchment paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering or as a wrap for steaming.

Plastic

Microwave safe only. Follow the manufacturers instruc- tions. Should be labeled microwave safe. Some plastic containers soften as the food inside gets hot. Boiling bags and tightly closed plastic bags should be split, pierced or vented as directed by package instructions. Do not reuse plastic containers from carry-out foods or frozen foods.

Plastic wrap Microwave safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent or pierce before cooling.

Thermometers Microwave safe only (meat and candy thermometers).

Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture inside.

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MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED IN MICROWAVE

Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food to microwave-safe dish.

Food carton with metal handle May cause arcing. Transfer food to microwave-safe dish.

Metal or metal- trimmed utensils

Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.

Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.

Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.

Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature.

Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

1. Control Panel

2. Turntable Shaft

3. Turntable Assembly

4. Glass Turntable

5. Observation Window

6. Door Assembly

7. Safety Interlock System

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION

1. Hub (on bottom of glass turntable)

2. Glass Turntable

3. Turntable Assembly

4. Turntable Shaft

Never place the glass turntable upside down. Free movement of the glass turn table should never be restricted.

Both glass turntable and turntable assembly must always be used during cooking.

All food and containers of food are always placed on the glass turntable for cooking.

Do not use another type of round tray to replace original part. If glass turntable or turntable assembly cracks or breaks, a replacement can be ordered from Customer Services as a replacement part. See page 14 for details.

COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION Remove all packing material and acces- sories. Examine the oven for any dam- age such as dents or broken door. Do not install if oven is damaged.

1. Select a level surface that provides enough open space for the intake an/or outlet vents.

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2. Do not remove the legs from the bottom of the oven.

3. Leave a minimum clearance of 12 inches (30cm) above the oven. A minimum clearance of 3.0 (8cm) inches is required between the oven and any adjacent walls. One side must be open.

4. Remove any protective film found on the microwave oven cabinet sur- face.

5. Do not remove the light brown mica cover wave guard that is attached to the oven cavity to protect the magnetron.

6. Blocking the intake and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.

7. Operation of microwave oven may cause interference to other elec- tronic equipment in the vicinity.

8. Plug your oven into a standard household outlet. Be sure the volt- age and the frequency are the same as the voltage and the fre- quency on the rating label.

WARNING: Do not install oven over a range cooktop or other heat-producing appliance. If improperly installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be void.

The accessible surfaces may be hot during operation.

CONTROL PANEL

OPERATION 1. SETTING THE CLOCK

When the microwave oven is plugged into an outlet, the LED will display 0:00.

1. Press 0/CLOCK. LED will display 00:00.

2. Press the number keys to enter the correct time as correspond- ing 00 is flashing. Time entered can be 1:0012:59.

For example, for 10:12, press 1, 0, 1, 2 in turn.

3. Press START/+30SEC. to confirm. Time will appear in LED.

Note: To see the time of day while the timer is showing cooking time, press 0/CLOCK. To see the power level currently in use, press POWER. The LED will resume previ- ous display after three seconds.

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2. KITCHEN TIMER 1. Press touchpad 9/KITCHEN

TIMER. LED will display 00:00.

2. Press the number keys to enter the desired cooking time. Enter hours and/or minutes as corre- sponding 00 is flashing on dis- play. The maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

3. Press START/+30SEC. to confirm setting.

4. When the cooking time has elapsed, the buzzer will sound 5 times and the LED will display the current time.

3. MICROWAVE COOKING Ten power levels are available.

Level Power Display

10 100% PL10

9 90% PL9

8 80% PL8

7 70% PL7

6 60% PL6

5 50% PL5

4 40% PL4

3 30% PL3

2 20% PL2

1 10% PL1

1. Press POWER repeatedly to choose the microwave power you need. PL10, PL9, PL8...PL1 will be displayed in sequence.

2. Press number keys to enter the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

3. Press START/+30SEC. to start cooking; the LED will count down the remaining cooking time.

Note: If the STOP/CLEAR button is pressed during cooking, or if there no operation is selected within 1 minute of entering the cooking time, the oven will automatically go back to its former setting.

For example: to cook with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes:

1. Press POWER repeatedly until PL5 displays.

2. Enter the cooking time: press 1,5,0,0.

3. Press START/+30SEC. to start cooking.

Notes a. LED will display the remaining

cooking time while the oven is operating or paused.

b. If cooking is interrupted, START/ +30SEC. must be pressed to resume cooking.

4. TO START COOKING 1. The microwave is automatically

set at level 10 (PL10/100%.) Press START/+30SEC. to increase the cooking time; the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

2. At 100% power level, with cook- ing time measured in 30-second increments, press START/ +30SEC. Each press of the but- ton will increase cooking time by 30 seconds. The maximum cook- ing time is 99 minutes and 99 seconds.

Note: Press START/+30SEC. to increase selected cooking time by 30-second increments. This applies to microwave and Express cooking. However, the operation will not work when defrosting by weight.

5. DEFROSTING BY WEIGHT 1. Press DEFROST once to choose

the defrost by weight function; screen will display dEF1.

2. Press number keys to enter weight to be defrosted. Weight must be between 4 and 100 ounces.

3. Press START/+30SEC. to start defrosting; the LED will show the remaining defrosting time.

6. DEFROSTING BY TIME 1. Press DEFROST twice to choose

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the defrost by time function; screen will display dEF2.

2. Press number keys to enter defrosting time. The time range is 00:0199:99.

3. Press START/+30SEC. to start defrosting. The LED will show the remaining defrosting time.

Notes a. If the time entered is not within

00:0199:99, the setting will not work.

b. The default microwave power is power level 3. It cannot be changed.

7. EXPRESS COOKING Popcorn 1. Press POPCORN repeatedly until

a preset number of ounces you wish appears in the display. 1.75, 3.0 and 3.5 will be displayed in sequence. For example, press POPCORN once; 1.75 is dis- played.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook; time counts down.

3. When cooking is finished, buzzer sounds five times. 0:00 displays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

Times (Press Popcorn)

Weight Display

Once 1.75 oz. 1.75

Twice 3.0 oz. 3.0

Three times 3.5 oz. 3.5

Potato 1. Press POTATO repeatedly until

a preset number of ounces you wish appears in the display; 1, 2, 3 will be displayed in sequence.

Press 1 for 1 potato (approximately 8oz/230g)

Press 2 for 2 potatoes (approximately 1lb/460g)

Press 3 for 3 potatoes (approximately 1 lb/690g)

For example, press POTATO once; 1 is displayed.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook; time counts down.

3. When cooking is finished, buzzer sounds five times. 0:00 displays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

Times (Press Potato)

Weight Display

Once 8 oz. 1

Twice 1 lb. 2

Three times 1 lb. 3

Pizza 1. Press PIZZA repeatedly until a

preset number of ounces you wish appears in the display; 1, 2, 3 will be displayed in sequence.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook, time counts down.

For example, press PIZZA twice; 2 appears in the LED.

3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished.

Times (Press Pizza)

Weight Display

Once 1 slice 1

Twice 2 slices 2

Three times 3 slices 3

Beverages 1. Press BEVERAGE repeatedly

until a preset number of ounces you wish appears in the display; 1, 2, 3 will be displayed in sequence.

You can reheat 1 to 3 cups of beverage each time (each approximately 8oz/250ml). For example, press BEVERAGE twice; 2 appears in the display.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook.

3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished. 0:00 dis- plays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

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Soup 1. Press SOUP repeatedly until the

number you wish appears in the display. 4.0, 8.0,12.0,16.0 will be displayed in sequence.

For example, press SOUP twice; 8.0 appears in the display.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook.

3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished. 0:00 displays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

Reheat 1. Press REHEAT repeatedly until a

preset number of ounces you wish appears in the display; 9.0, 12.0 and 18.0 will be displayed in sequence. For example, press REHEAT twice; 12.0 appears in the display.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook. Time counts down.

3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished. 0:00 displays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

Times (Press Reheat) Weight Display

Once 9.0 oz 9.0

Twice 12.0 oz 12.0

Three times 18.0 oz 18.0

Fresh Vegetables 1. Press FRESH VEGETABLE

repeatedly until a preset number of ounces you wish appears in the display; 4.0, 8.0 and 16.0 will be displayed in sequence. For example, press FRESH VEGETABLE twice; 8.0 appears in the display.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook. Time counts down.

3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished. 0:00 dis- plays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

Frozen Vegetables 1. Press FROZEN VEGETABLE

repeatedly until a preset number of ounces you wish appears in the display; 4.0, 8.0 and 16.0 will be displayed in sequence. For example, press FROZEN VEGETABLE twice; 8.0 appears in the display.

2. Press START/+30 SEC. to cook. Time counts down.

3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished. 0:00 displays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

Times (Press FROZEN VEGETABLE)

Weight Display

Once 4.0 oz 4.0

Twice 8.0 oz 8.0

Thrice 16.0 oz 16.0

8. Memory You can enter up to three cooking procedures, each with one or two stages of cooking, into the ovens memory. They will be numbered 1, 2 and 3, and will be saved for selection at any time, as long as power to the oven is uninterrupted.

To save a procedure in memory:

For example: Set the following pro- cedure as memory 2: Cook at 80% power for 3 minutes 20 seconds.

1. Press MEMORY twice; the screen displays 2.

2. Press POWER until PL8 displays.

3. Press number keys 3, 2, 0 in turn to enter the cooking time.

4. Press MEMORY to save the setting. Buzzer sounds once.

5. To save a second stage in this procedure, follow instructions 14 above, entering instructions for power and timing for the second stage of cooking.

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6. To operate microwave on a Memory immediately after saving it, press START/+30SEC.

To run a procedure that has been saved previously:

1. Press MEMORY until the proce- dures number displays (1, 2 or 3). The LED will display the selected number.

2. Press START/ +30 SEC. to start cooking.

3. Buzzer sounds five times when cooking is finished. 0:00 dis- plays. If the clock has been set, current time will be displayed.

Notes a. Express cooking cannot be

saved as memory.

b. If oven is unplugged or power is cut off, memory will not be saved and will have to be reset.

9. TO USE THE CHILD LOCK/ UNLOCK FUNCTION To lock: Press STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds. There will be a long beep; LED will display __. The control panel will be deactivated. The door will still open and close.

To unlock: Press STOP/CLEAR for 3 seconds. There will be a long beep indicating that the lock is released and the control panel is activated.

10. MULTI-STAGE COOKING This microwave oven can be set for 2 stages of cooking. If one stage is to defrost, either by weight or time, it will placed at the first stage auto- matically.

Example: To defrost 20 oz of beef first and then cook it at 80% microwave power for 7 minutes.

1. Press DEFROST once to choose defrost by weight function. dEF1 is displayed.

2. Press 2, 0 in sequence to set weight.

3. Press POWER until PL8 displays.

4. Press 7, 0, 0 in sequence to set cooking time.

5. Press START/ +30 SEC. to start cooking.

When defrosting is finished, the buzzer sounds once, and the sec- ond stage begins.

Notes a. Express cooking cannot be set

as one of the 2 stages.

b. You can choose defrosting either by time or weight as the first stage.

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Item Weight/Amount Display Notes

Popcorn (Use only prepackaged bagged popcorn. Do not pop loose popcorn)

1.75 ounces 1.75 Place prepackaged bagged popcorn in microwave according to package directions, making sure proper side of bag is up. Pop only one bag at a time. Use care when removing from microwave and opening hot bag.

3.00 ounces 3.0

3.5 ounces 3.5

Pizza (Use only microwave-safe dishes or containers)

1 slice 1 Remove from package or wrapping. Place on microwave safe dish or rack. Place rack or microwave-safe dish on turntable tray. Please note the number on the display equals the number of slices.

2 slices 2

3 slices 3

Beverage 8 ounces 1 Reheat beverage in microwave-safe mugs/cups. Do not cover. Place cups in microwave. After heating stir well.16 ounces 2

24 ounces 3

Reheat 9.00 oz. 9.0 Place food on microwave-safe plate or in microwave safe bowl. Cover loosely with wax paper or plastic wrap, or a purchased microwave dish cover.

12.00 oz. 12.0

18.00 oz. 18.0

Baked potato 8 ounces 1 Scrub potatoes well. Prick each potato

several times with a fork or tip of a sharp knife. After cooking, let stand 3 minutes before serving. Can be used to precook potatoes before placing in traditional oven to crisp skins.

16 ounces 2

24 ounces 3

Fresh vegetables cup 4.0

Wash well. Place in a microwave-safe casserole or bowl with lid. Add a small amount of water. Cover. After cooking, let stand for 2 minutes before serving. This is a general cooking time, and may not be suitable for cooking all vegetables.

1 cup 8.0

2 cups 16.0

Soup cup 4.0 Use this setting to reheat refrigerated liquids such as soups and sauces. Cover with microwave safe-lid. After cooking let stand for 2-3 minutes.

1 cup 8.0

1 cups 12.0

2 cups 16.0

Frozen vegetables

cup 4.0 Remove from packaging and place in microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Add a small amount of liquid (2 to 4 tablespoons). Cover and cook. Stir and let stand. Add more cooking times as needed.

1 cup 8.0

2 cups 16.0

PRESET EXPRESS COOKING CHART

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY

Oven will not start

a. Electrical cord for oven is not

plugged in.

b. Door is open.

c. Wrong operation is set.

a. Plug into the outlet.

b. Close the door and try again.

c. Check instructions.

Arcing or sparking

a. Materials to be avoided in

microwave oven were used.

b. The oven was operated when

empty.

c. Spilled food remained in the

interior.

a. Use microwave-safe cookware

only.

b. Do not operate with oven empty.

c. Clean interior with wet towel or

microfiber cloth specifically for

stainless steel.

Unevenly cooked

foods

a. Materials to be avoided in

microwave oven were used.

b. Food was not defrosted

completely.

c. Cooking time and/or power

level were not suitable.

d. Food was not turned or stirred.

a. Use microwave-safe cookware

only.

b. Completely defrost food.

c. Use correct cooking time and/or

power level.

d. Turn or stir food.

Overcooked food

Cooking time and/or power level

were not suitable.

Use correct cooking time and/or

power level.

Undercooked foods

a. Materials to be avoided in

microwave oven were used.

b. Food was not defrosted

completely.

c. Oven ventilation ports were

blocked.

d. Cooking time and/or power

level were not suitable.

a. Use microwave safe cookware

only.

b. Completely defrost food.

c. Check to see that oven ventilation

ports are not blocked.

d. Use correct cooking time and/or

power level.

Improper defrosting

a. Materials to be avoided in

microwave were used.

b. Cooking time and/or power

level were not suitable.

c. Food was not turned or stirred.

a. Use microwave-safe cookware

only.

b. Use correct cooking time and/or

power level.

c. Turn or stir food.

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WARRANTY

LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart

Compact Microwave that was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applica- ble law, this warranty is not available to retail- ers or other commercial purchasers or owners.

We warrant that your Cuisinart Compact Microwave will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.

We suggest you complete and return the enclosed product registration card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase. However, return of the product registration card does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the war- ranty benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of purchase date, the pur- chase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.

If your Cuisinart Compact Microwave should prove to be defective within the war- ranty period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty ser- vice, simply call our toll-free number 1-800-726-0190 for additional information from our Customer Service Representatives, or send the defective product to Customer Service at Cuisinart, 150 Milford Road, East Windsor, NJ 08520.

To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose $15.00 for shipping and handling of the product.

Please pay by check or money order (California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping instructions).

NOTE: For added protection and secure han- dling of any Cuisinart product that is being returned, we recommend you use a trace- able, insured delivery service. Cuisinart can- not be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged products are not cov- ered under warranty. Please be sure to include your return address, daytime phone number, description of the product defect, product model # (located on bottom of prod- uct), original date of purchase, and any other information pertinent to the products return.

Your Cuisinart Compact Microwave has been manufactured to the strictest specifica- tions and has been designed for

use with the authorized accessories and replacement parts.

This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by accessories, replacement parts, or repair service other than those that have been authorized by Cuisinart.

This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary household use.

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The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the con- sumers prior usage of the product. If the above two options do not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically accomplished. Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products under warranty.

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Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for such products under warranty.

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Spoon into a prepared 9-inch cookie crumb crust, chill and serve as a pie.

Nutritional information per serving (one-half cup): Calories 331 (58% from fat) carb. 33g pro. 2g

fat 22g sat. fat 12g chol. 43mg sod. 200mg calc. 62mg fiber 5g

CranberryPoachedPears

Makes 4 servings

1cup cranraspberry or cranberry

juice

cup dried cranberries

4strips lemon zest

(each about 2-x- inches),

bitter white pith removed

2pears (about 8 ounces each), ripe

but still firm

1tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Combine juice, dried cranberries and zest in a microwave-safe 1-quart casserole and cover with a sheet of waxed paper or casserole lid. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and

microwave on high (PL 10) for 3 minutes.

Peel the pears, cut in half and core. Brush with lemon juice. Arrange the pears with the narrow stem ends to the center in the hot liquid, cut side down. Spoon some of the liquid over each. Cover with waxed paper or lid and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Turn cut side up, cover and microwave on high for 1 minutes. Let pears cool in the poaching liquid, turning and basting now and then. Remove and discard lemon zest. When cool, remove pears. If desired, poaching liquid can be reduced to a syrup by microwaving uncovered on high for 4 to 5 minutes until reduced to about 2 table- spoons.

Pears can be served at room temperature or chilled. Arrange pear halves on dessert plates, spoon cranberries into the hollow of the pear. Top with syrup if made and freshly whipped cream or vanilla yogurt.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 129 (3% from fat) carb. 33g pro. 0g

fat 1g sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 1mg calc. 17mg fiber 3g

Creamy Rice Pudding with Raisins

Old-fashioned rice pudding in minutes instead of hours.

Makes 4 cups

3cups cooked short grain rice* 23cup regular or golden raisins 13cup granulated sugar

1tablespoon cornstarch

teaspoon ground cinnamon 18teaspoon salt

2cups reduced fat milk (for creamier, richer pudding, use whole milk)

3large eggs, beaten

1tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Place rice and raisins in a 1-quart microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Stir and reserve.

Combine sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl; stir to blend. Whisk milk and egg together. While whisking, gradually add milk mixture to dry mixture, whisk well until smooth. Pour mixture into a microwave safe bowl and place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring once every minute, until mixture is thick, bubbly and similar to a custard sauce in appearance. Stir in vanilla. Add to rice mixture and stir well.

Cover the casserole with waxed paper and microwave on high for 3 minutes, then on medium-high (PL 7) for 2 to 3 minutes longer, until thick and creamy. Let stand 5 minutes before serving, or cover with a sheet of waxed paper or plastic wrap placed directly on the pudding to prevent a skin from forming, let cool, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

*Short grain rice will yield a creamier rice pudding.

Nutritional information per serving (one-half cup): Calories 224 (16% from fat) carb. 40g pro. 7g fat 4g sat. fat 2g chol. 86mg sod. 104mg

calc. 127mg fiber 2g

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Applesauce

Makes about 2 cups

4apples (about 8 ounces each)*

2tablespoons water, apple cider,

apple juice or cranberry juice

tablespoon fresh lemon juice

(only if using water)

teaspoon ground cinnamon

pinch of allspice

pinch of nutmeg

Peel, core, and cut apples into eighths. Place in a 1-quart microwave-safe casserole or bowl. Toss with liquid in recipe. Cover with casserole lid or plate and place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave. Microwave on high (PL 10) for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring apples after 10 minutes of cooking, until apples are tender and can be mashed with a fork. Mash or pure to desired texture using a potato masher or hand blender. Add spices. Serve warm or let cool, cover and refrigerate. Keeps about 1 week in the refrigera- tor.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 102 (6% from fat) carb. 26g pro. 1g

fat 1g sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 2mg calc. 9mg fiber 5g

Lemon Curd

Lemon curd is very good with scones, gingerbread, or pound cake. It can also

be used to fill tartlets or meringues.

Makes about 3 cups

1cup unsalted butter,

cut into 16 pieces

2cups granulated sugar

zest of 4 lemons 23cup fresh lemon juice

4large eggs

Place butter in a 4-cup microwave-safe mea- suring cup or bowl and cover with waxed paper. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and

microwave on high (PL 10) to melt, about 1 minutes. Stir in the sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cover with waxed paper and microwave for 4 to 4 minutes, stirring after 2, 3 and 4 minutes of cooking, until sugar is com- pletely dissolved.

In a 1-quart microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl with handle, beat eggs until frothy. While whisking the eggs, slowly add the hot butter mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly. Cover with waxed paper and microwave on medium-

high (PL 7) for 7 to 8 minutes. Stir and micro- wave on medium-high again for 2 minutes. Repeat stir and microwave for an additional 2 minutes, until thick and smooth like mayon- naise. Do not boil or the mixture will curdle. When thick, whisk again until smooth. Ladle into sterilized jars and let come to room tem- perature. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons): Calories 146 (51% from fat) carb. 17g pro. 1g fat 9g sat. fat 5g chol. 56mg sod. 12mg

calc. 8mg fiber 0g

ChocolateMousse

Microwaving is a simple way to melt chocolate.

Makes 4 cups

1cup reduced fat milk

2cups miniature marshmallows

8ounces semisweet chocolate

morsels or chopped semisweet

chocolate

1ounce unsweetened chocolate,

cut into -inch pieces

1teaspoon instant espresso

powder

1teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1cup heavy cream, chilled

Combine milk, marshmallows, and both choco- lates in a 1-quart microwave-safe bowl. Place in Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and micro-

wave on high (PL 10) for 2 minutes. Stir well with a whisk. Continue to microwave on high for 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the chocolate and marshmallows are com- pletely melted and the mixture is smooth and homogenous. Add espresso powder and vanilla, whisking to blend. Stirring now and then, allow the chocolate mixture to come to room temper- ature before continuing.

When chocolate mixture has cooled completely to room temperature, whip cream until it just holds stiff peaks. Stir about one fourth of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then, gently fold the remaining cream into the chocolate mixture. Spoon into 5-ounce ramekins or stemmed glasses. Cover and chill for at least 6 hours. Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Serving suggestions: If desired, may be garnished with freshly whipped cream or chocolate shavings.

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Cheddar Cheese Sauce

Delicious served over microwaved broccoli and cauliflower.

Makes 1 cup

1cup reduced fat milk

2tablespoons unsalted butter

2tablespoons unbleached all-pur-

pose flour

teaspoon kosher salt

teaspoon dry mustard

dashTabasco or other hot

sauce to taste

cup (3 ounces) shredded sharp

Cheddar*

Place milk in a 1-cup glass measuring cup or other microwave-safe cup and place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave. Microwave for

1 minutes on high (PL 10); reserve.

Place butter in a 4 -cup glass measuring cup or other deep 4-cup microwave-safe bowl with a handle. Cover with a sheet of waxed paper and microwave for 1 minute on high or until melted. Add flour and stir with a whisk until smooth. Microwave on high for 2 minutes until foamy, stirring with a whisk after 45 seconds and again after 1 minutes of cooking. Add warm milk, salt, mustard, and hot sauce; whisk until smooth. Microwave on medium-high, uncov- ered for 3 minutes, stirring after 1 minute, and then every 45 seconds, until the sauce boils and thickens. At this point, you have a medium white sauce.

Add cheese and stir until smooth. Microwave, uncovered, on medium-high (PL 7) for 3 min- utes, whisking after 1 minute, after 2 minutes, and again when done. Serve hot.

If not using immediately, cover with a round of waxed paper directly on the sauce to prevent a skin from forming. To reheat after standing for a short time (10 to 15 minutes), microwave on medium (PL 5) for 1 minutes, stirring after 45 seconds.

*May use grated Reggiano Parmigiano or Asiago in place of Cheddar.

Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons): Calories 90 (69% from fat) carb. 3g pro. 4g

fat 7g sat. fat 4g chol. 21mg sod. 126mg calc. 114mg fiber 0g

StrawberryPomegranate Jam

Making jam in the microwave couldnt be simpler, and the result here is

this delightful ruby red jam.

Makes about 1 cups

1pound strawberries, stemmed

and quartered

cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated

sugar

ounce powdered fruit pectin for

low sugar recipes

2tablespoons pomegranate juice

Place all ingredients in a 1-quart microwave- safe bowl or casserole that is at least 4 inches deep. Stir to combine. Cover loosely with a sheet of waxed paper cut just slightly larger than the bowl/casserole.

Place in the Cuisinart Compact Microwave

and microwave on high (PL 10) for 5 minutes. Stir using a heatproof spatula or wooden spoon; be sure to scrape the bottom of the bowl. Microwave uncovered on high for 5 min- utes. Stir well. Microwave, uncovered, on high for2 minutes. Stir well. Microwave on high for 2 more minutes jam will be boiling. Remove from Microwave and carefully skim off and dis- card any foam that has accumulated on the top. Stir and allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before using jam will thicken as it cools. Transfer to containers with non-metallic covers and refrigerate. Keeps about 10 days in the refrigerator.

Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons): Calories 65 (0% from fat) carb. 17g pro. 0g fat 0g sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 4mg

calc. 5mg fiber 1g

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Israeli Couscous Pilaf with Cranberries,Golden Raisins

andPineNuts

This side dish is wonderful served on its own, or can be used to stuff the steamed

halves of acorn squash.

Makes about 3 cups (six -cup servings)

13cup pine nuts

1tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

cup chopped shallot

1garlic clove, peeled and chopped

teaspoon herbes de Provence

1cup Israeli couscous*

1cup low sodium chicken or

vegetable broth/stock

1cup water 23cup dried cranberries, divided 13cup golden raisins

teaspoon kosher salt

teaspoon freshly ground pepper

2tablespoon chopped fresh

parsley

1teaspoon chopped fresh orange

zest

julienned fresh sage leaves

(optional garnish)

Spread pine nuts in a microwave-safe dish and place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave.

Microwave for 1 to 2 minutes on high (PL 10), stirring every 30 seconds until they are toasted to taste. Reserve.

Place olive oil, shallot, garlic, and herbes de Provence in a 1-quart microwave-safe casse- role or bowl. Stir to combine. Cover with a sheet of waxed paper and microwave on high (PL 10) for 2 minutes. Stir, re-cover with waxed paper and microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir in couscous and spread into an even layer. Cover with waxed paper and microwave on high for 1 minute. Add broth/stock and water; stir. Cover with a lid or plate and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Stir in half the dried cranber- ries, all the raisins, salt and pepper; cover. Microwave on medium-high (PL 7) for 8 to 9 minutes, until all the liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender. Let stand 2 minutes. Stir in reserved toasted pine nuts, remaining dried cranberries, parsley and orange zest. If desired, sprinkle with julienned fresh sage leaves to gar- nish. Serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 191 (35% from fat) carb. 28g pro. 4g fat 8g sat. fat 1g chol. 0mg sod. 251mg

calc. 17mg fiber 2g

*Israeli couscous is a semolina pasta about the size of a peppercorn. It can be found in many well-stocked grocery stores with international food sections, or in specialty grocery stores.

SimpleHollandaise

Sauces with egg emulsions can be daunt- ing making this one in your microwave makes it quick and easy. Serve with fish,

vegetables or to make Eggs Benedict.

Makes about 1 cup

cup unsalted butter,

cut into -inch slices

3large egg yolks

2tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1tablespoon water

teaspoon kosher salt

teaspoon dry mustard

Place butter in a microwave-safe 1-cup mea- sure. Cover with waxed paper and place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and microwave

on high (PL 10) to melt, about 1 minute. Let cool slightly, about 4 to 5 minutes.

Place egg yolks, lemon juice, water, salt and dry mustard in a microwave-safe 4-cup measure or bowl with handle. Whisk until emulsified and smooth. Whisk in melted, cooled butter; whisk until completely emulsified.

Cook sauce uncovered for 2 minutes on medi- um-high (PL 7), stopping to whisk briskly every 20 seconds. The mixture will begin to thicken at the edges and resemble a soft custard. Cook until mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Serve warm with seafood, vegeta- bles, or eggs.

If not serving immediately, cover with a round of waxed paper placed directly on the sauce to prevent a skin from forming. To reheat, remove waxed paper. Microwave on medium-low (PL 3) for2 minutes, stirring with a whisk after 1 min- ute of cooking, and again when cooking is completed.

Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons): Calories 125 (95% from fat) carb. 0g pro. 1g

fat 13g sat. fat 8g chol. 111mg sod. 88mg calc. 12mg fiber 0g

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Nutritional information per serving (prepared without optional bacon):

Calories 289 (23% from fat) carb. 45g pro. 13g fat 8g sat. fat 2g chol. 22mg sod. 142mg

calc. 223mg fiber 6g

Potato Salad

Cooking your potatoes in the microwave for the summertime favorite keeps the

kitchen cool and no pot to wash!

Makes 3 cups potato salad

1pound russet baking potatoes,

scrubbed well and dried

cup lowfat mayonnaise

cup lowfat sour cream

tablespoonDijon-style mustard

1teaspoon dill weed or tarragon

(dry; double if using fresh)

teaspoon kosher salt

teaspoon freshly ground black

pepper

1tablespoon rice vinegar or white

balsamic vinegar

cup thinly sliced celery

cup chopped onion (may use

white, red or green)

Prick each potato in several places with a fork or the tip of a paring knife. Place 2 paper towels on the turntable of the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and arrange the potatoes in a circle toward the edge of the turntable. Microwave on high (PL 10) for 12 minutes. Let stand 3 min- utes. Test for doneness; add 2 to 3 minutes more cooking time if needed. Let potatoes cool for 5 to 10 minutes.

While potatoes are baking, combine the may- onnaise, sour cream, mustard, dill/tarragon, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir with a whisk to blend.

Peel warm potatoes and discard skins. Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large bowl and sprinkle with vinegar while potatoes are still warm. Add celery and onions; stir gen- tly. Add mayonnaise mixture to potatoes. Toss gently to combine and coat potatoes. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly. Serve immediate- ly, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutritional information per serving (one-half cup): Calories 163 (30% from fat) carb. 26g pro. 3g fat 5g sat. fat 1g chol. 10mg sod. 257mg

calc. 33mg fiber 2g

Note: If desired, add 2 hard cooked eggs that have been roughly chopped and/or to cup chopped pickles (dill or sweet, to taste).

Risotto with Peas

Making risotto in the microwave has 2 distinct advantages

no constant stirring, and it is prepared in the serving dish.

Makes 4 to 6 servings as a side dish, or 2 to 3 servings as an entre

1cup frozen peas

1cup water

teaspoon saffron threads

2cups low sodium chicken broth

2tablespoons unsalted butter, cut

into eight -inch pieces

cup finely chopped shallot

1cupArborio rice 13cup dry white vermouth or other

dry white wine

teaspoon kosher salt 13cup freshly grated Reggiano

Parmigiano

Defrost peas in microwave. Do not cook. Transfer to a strainer and let drain.

Place water in a 2-cup measure and place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and heat to

boiling, about 3 minutes on high (PL 10). Add saffron threads and stir; reserve. Heat chicken broth in a 2-cup glass measure for 5 minutes on high; reserve.

Heat the butter for 30 seconds on high in a 1-quart round microwave-safe casserole at least 4 inches high. Add chopped shallot, cover with a round of waxed paper cut just slightly larger than the diameter of the dish. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Stir. Add Arborio rice and stir to coat with melted butter; microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir and arrange in an even layer; microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir in wine; microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir in saffron-infused water; microwave on high for 5 minutes. Stir. Stir in 1 cup of the reserved heat- ed chicken stock. Microwave on high for 5 min- utes. Stir in remaining chicken stock and salt; microwave on high for 5 minutes. Stir in reserved peas and the grated cheese. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Let stand for 3 minutes. Stir again. Serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings):

Calories 146 (33% from fat) carb. 15g pro. 7g fat 5g sat. fat 3g chol. 15mg sod. 228mg

calc. 71mg fiber 1g

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SmashedPotatoes and Cauliflower with Garlic

Cauliflower is substituted for some of the potatoes to lighten up this side dish.

The best thing is no need to drain the potatoes and cauliflower, making them

even easier to prepare.

Makes about 2 cups

poundsYukonGold potatoes,

peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes

pound cauliflower, separated into

1-inch flowerets, then cut in half

2garlic cloves, peeled and thinly

sliced

cup low sodium vegetable broth,

chicken broth or water 13cup plus 1 tablespoon whole

milk or half-and-half

2tablespoons unsalted butter,

cut into -inch pieces

teaspoon kosher salt

pinch freshly ground white

pepper

Place the potatoes, cauliflower, garlic, and broth/water in a 1-quart microwave-safe cas- serole/bowl that is at least 4 inches deep. Cover tightly with lid or a plate and place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave. Microwave on

high (PL 10) for 10 minutes. Stir. Microwave on high for 8 minutes. Remove and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes.

Place milk and butter in a 2-cup glass measure or bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, until milk is hot and butter is completely melted. Pour over potato/cauliflower mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Use a potato masher or hand mixer to smash potatoes and cauliflower to desired consistency. If a smoother texture is desired, use a food mill. Serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving (one-half cup, made with milk):

Calories 124 (39% from fat) carb. 17g pro. 3g fat 5g sat. fat 3g chol. 15mg sod. 179mg

calc. 38mg fiber 2g

Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Potatoes

Twice baked potatoes in minutes.

Makes 4 servings as a side dish

2medium russet potatoes

1cups chopped fresh broccoli

(stems cut to -inch pieces,

flowerets cut to bite-sized

pieces)

2tablespoons water

2teaspoons unsalted butter

2tablespoons chopped green

onion (include some of the green)

3tablespoons lowfat sour cream

or plain yogurt

3tablespoons lowfat milk

cup (about 3 ounces) light

shredded sharp Cheddar, divided

teaspoon kosher salt

teaspoon freshly ground white

or black pepper

2slices crispy microwaved bacon,

crumbled (optional)

Scrub the potatoes well and dry them. Prick with a fork. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and microwave on the potato setting for2 potatoes. Remove from microwave, wrap in aluminum and let stand 10 minutes.

Place the broccoli and water in a shallow microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plate or lid and microwave for 1 serving on fresh vegetable setting. Remove from microwave, uncover and drain.

Slice potatoes in half horizontally. Scoop the cooked potato flesh into a medium bowl, leav- ing -inch-thick potato shell; reserve shells. Add butter and chopped green onions to pota- toes in bowl and mash well. Add sour cream/ yogurt and milk. Mash well. Choose about 16 pieces of the broccoli flowerets and reserve. Stir in remaining cooked broccoli, cup of the cheese, salt, and pepper. Spoon the potato mixture into shells. Arrange about 4 flowerets decoratively on each potato.

Place the potatoes in a circle on a microwave safe plate. Cover with a microwave safe paper towel or waxed paper. Microwave on high (PL 10) for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Potatoes can be served at this point, or returned to the microwave for another 1 minutes on high to melt cheese. If desired, sprin- kle with crumbled crispy bacon bits. Serve hot.

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teaspoon finely chopped lemon

zest

tablespoon lemon juice

1teaspoon dill weed

teaspoon kosher salt

Place all ingredients in small bowl and stir with whisk until smooth. Let stand for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend. If not serving following resting, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutritional information per serving (about cup): Calories 70 (53% from fat) carb. 5g pro. 3g fat 4g sat. fat 1g chol. 3mg sod. 210mg

calc. 121mg fiber 0g

HoneyGingerGlazed Baby Carrots

Using the prepared carrots makes this a quick and easy side dish

that is ready in just minutes.

Makes 4 servings

1pound baby cut carrots

3tablespoons water

1tablespoon unsalted butter

1tablespoon honey

tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1teaspoon ground ginger

teaspoonDijon-style mustard

teaspoon kosher salt

freshly ground pepper to taste

Place carrots and water in a 1-quart micro- wave-safe dish and cover. Place in Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp tender, stirring after 4 minutes of cooking. Leave cov- ered and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes.

While carrots stand, place butter, honey, lemon juice, ginger, mustard, salt, and pepper in a 1- cup microwaveable measuring cup. Microwave, covered with a sheet of waxed paper, on high (PL 10) for 45 seconds. Drain carrots. Pour the honey sauce over the carrots and stir to coat. If desired, microwave for an additional minute on high. Serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 67 (33% from fat) carb. 12g pro. 1g fat 3g sat. fat 2g chol. 8mg sod. 313mg

calc. 29mg fiber 2g

Green Beans with Mushrooms and Toasted

Almonds

Makes 4 servings

3tablespoons slivered almonds

tablespoon unsalted butter

tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

4ounces white button or cremini

mushrooms, cleaned and sliced

teaspoon herbes de Provence or

thyme

1pound green beans, rinsed,

drained and cut into 1 to 1-inch

slices

cup water

teaspoon kosher salt

Freshly ground pepper to taste

Place the almonds in a microwave safe glass or ceramic 9-inch pie plate and place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave. Microwave on

high (PL 10) for 2 minutes, stirring after every 30 seconds of cooking, to toast. Remove, transfer to a small bowl and reserve.

Using same pie plate, melt butter with olive oil, 20 seconds on high. Add sliced mushrooms to plate and toss to coat with butter and olive oil. Sprinkle with herbes de Provence. Microwave uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time, reserve.

Place green beans and water in a 1-quart microwaveable bowl or casserole with lid. Microwave for 8 to 10 minutes on high, stirring after 5 minutes of cooking, until beans are done to taste.

Drain beans. Stir in the cooked mushrooms, top with toasted almonds and serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 101 (46% from fat) carb. 12g pro. 3g

fat. 6g sat. fat 1g chol. 4mg sod. 88mg calc. 70mg fiber 5g

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MapleGlazedAcorn Squash

Since acorn squash takes about an hour to prepare in a conventional oven, microwave cooked squash is quite

a timesaver, and almost turns it into fast food.

Makes 2 servings

1acorn squash (about 1 to

1 pounds), washed

cup water

1teaspoon unsalted butter

2tablespoons maple syrup

teaspoon low sodium soy sauce

teaspoon ground cinnamon

freshly ground pepper to taste

Cut squash in half and remove seeds and fibers. Place cut side down in a microwaveable pie plate, souffl or other dish that will hold the squash in a single layer. Add water and cover dish tightly with a lid, plate or microwave-safe plastic wrap. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for about 8 to 12 minutes, until the squash is ten- der when tested with a sharp knife. Let stand for 3 minutes.

While squash is cooking, combine maple syrup, soy sauce, cinnamon, and freshly ground pep- per to taste. When squash is tender, turn over. Place teaspoon butter in the cavity of each squash half. Divide maple syrup mixture evenly among the squash halves. Use a pastry brush to brush over the squash. Return to the micro- wave and microwave for 1 minute on medium- high (PL 7). Serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 234 (8% from fat) carb. 56g pro. 4g fat 2g sat. fat 1g chol. 5mg sod. 69mg

calc. 164mg fiber 10g

Tip: Prepare acorn squash, but do not glaze. Prepare Israeli Couscous Pilaf with Cranberries, Golden Raisins and Pine Nuts (p. 20) and use as stuffing for squash. Both can be prepared ahead and reheated in your microwave or a conventional oven.

Artichokes with TangyLemon Herb Sauce

Makes 2 servings

TangyLemonHerb Sauce,

recipe follows

1cup water

1slice lemon

1garlic clove, peeled and sliced

2tablespoons chopped shallot

tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

2globe artichokes,

about 8 ounces each

lemon

Place water, lemon slice, garlic, shallot, and olive oil in a 1 quart microwave-safe casserole with lid.

Wash the artichokes under cold water. Pull off lower outer leaves/petals and discard. Trim stem ends so that artichokes will sit upright. Cut off top inch of artichoke and use kitchen snips/shears to trim sharp tips of leaves. Rub all cut surfaces immediately after cutting with lemon half to prevent discoloration. Place on sides in seasoned water in casserole and cover with a sheet of waxed paper, then the lid. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and

microwave on high (PL 10) for 8 minutes. Turn artichokes over, re-cover and microwave on high for 8 minutes longer. Stand artichokes upright in liquid and cover. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Serve cooked artichokes with Tangy Lemon Herb Sauce or other favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional information per serving (one artichoke): Calories 121 (6% from fat) carb. 26g pro. 8g fat 1g sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 216mg

calc. 105mg fiber 12g

TangyLemonHerb Sauce

Tangy Lemon Herb Sauce also makes a good sauce to serve with fish cooked in

your Cuisinart Microwave.

Makes about cup

cup plain lowfat yogurt

2tablespoons chopped parsley

garlic clove, peeled and finely

chopped

tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

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Salmon with Julienned Vegetables

Makes 2 servings

cup julienned carrots

1cup julienned fennel bulb

1cup julienned red potato 13cup julienned shallot

cup julienned plum tomato

1tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,

divided

1teaspoons dry basil, divided

teaspoon finely chopped fresh

lemon zest

1teaspoon kosher salt, divided

26-ounce pieces salmon fillet*

Place the carrots, fennel, potato, shallot, and tomato in a medium bowl with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, 1 teaspoon of the basil, the lemon zest, and teaspoon of salt. Toss to combine. Arrange in an even layer in a 9-inch microwave- safe pie plate and cover with a round of waxed paper. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 4 minutes. Add julienned squashes, stir and re- cover. Microwave on high for 3 minutes longer vegetables should be not quite cooked.

Arrange salmon fillets over the vegetables. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and sprinkle with the remaining basil and salt. Cover with the round of waxed paper. Microwave on high for 7 to 9 minutes until salmon is flaky timing will depend on thickness of fish, and its tempera- ture. Let stand for 2 to 3 minutes before serv- ing. Serve hot. If desired, garnish with a wedge of lemon and fronds from the fennel bulb.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 477 (40% from fat) carb. 34g pro. 38g fat 22g sat. fat 3g chol. 94mg sod. 804mg

calc. 106mg fiber 4g

*It is important that they be of a similar and equal thickness if they are not evenly thick, fold the thin portion under to make them equal.

Pesto Chicken Salad

Pesto Chicken Salad makes delicious sandwiches. Use this method to poach chicken for any recipe requiring cooked

chicken.

Makes 6 servings

2cups low sodium chicken broth*

1shallot, peeled and chopped

4boneless, skinless chicken

breast halves,

about 6 ounces each

cup thinly sliced celery 13cup chopped onion 23cup light mayonnaise

cup prepared pesto

Place chicken broth and shallot in a microwave- safe baking dish or glass casserole and cover with lid or waxed paper. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 3 to 4 minutes to bring to a boil. Add chicken, cover and microwave on medium-high (PL 7) for 4 minutes. Turn chicken and cook, covered, on medium-high for 4 to 5 minutes longer. Let chicken cool in cooking liquid.

Place celery, onion, mayonnaise and pesto in a medium bowl and stir to combine. When chick- en has cooled completely, dice. Add to mayon- naise mixture and toss gently to blend. Cover and chill.

Serving suggestions:

Line individual plates with lettuce or spinach, and garnish with tomato, cucumber or other vegetables of choice. Pesto Chicken Salad may also be used for sandwiches.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 289 (46% from fat) carb. 4g pro. 34g fat 15g sat. fat 3g chol. 99mg sod. 283mg

calc. 50mg fiber 0g

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ScallopsProvenal

The microwave shines when cooking seafood and shellfish.

Makes 2 servings

1pound sea scallops

(about 8 to 10 scallops)

cup finely chopped shallot

or red onion

2garlic cloves, finely chopped

teaspoon herbes de Provence

3tablespoons dry white vermouth

or dry white wine

1tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

teaspoon kosher salt 18teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1can (14 to 15 ounces) diced

tomatoes, drained

10nioise or other black olives,

pitted and halved, optional

Rinse and pat scallops completely dry. Remove tough muscle from side of scallop if still on, and discard. Reserve scallops.

Place chopped shallots/onion, garlic, and her- bes de Provence in a microwave-safe round dish such as a deep dish pie plate. Stir in ver- mouth, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cover with a round of waxed paper cut to fit on top of the rim of the dish so that it is not touching the food. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 2 minutes. Stir, replace cover and microwave on high for another 2 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and olives if using. Cover with the waxed paper and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Stir. Microwave uncovered for 2 minutes. Remove about one third of the tomato mixture.

Arrange the scallops in a circle on top of the remaining tomatoes. Top with reserved tomato mixture. Microwave on high for 4 minutes. Turn scallops and Microwave on high for 1 minute longer. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Scallops will continue to cook while resting resist the urge to microwave further.

Serving suggestion: serve with rice or pasta.

Nutritional information per serving (without optional olives):

Calories 504 (27% from fat) carb. 21g pro. 62g fat 15g sat. fat 1g chol. 149mg sod. 1133mg

calc. 99mg fiber 3g

Spicy Cajun BBQ Shrimp

Serve with crusty French bread and lots of napkins.

Makes 4 to 6 servings

1-pounds medium (28-35 count)

shrimp, in shells

6tablespoons unsalted butter, cut

into 6 pieces

6tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 13cup beer, at room temperature

cup fresh lemon juice

1tablespoon soy sauce

1tablespoonWorcestershire sauce

2cloves garlic, finely minced

1large bay leaf

1teaspoon freshly ground black

pepper

-teaspoon cayenne pepper, to

taste

teaspoon basil

teaspoon oregano

teaspoon rosemary

teaspoon thyme

teaspoon kosher salt

Rinse and drain shrimp, pat dry and reserve.

Place the remaining ingredients in a 1-quart microwave-safe round casserole or bowl that is about 4 inches deep. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 2 minutes. Stir. Microwave on medium-high (PL 7) for 4 minutes. Stir. Microwave again on medium-high for 4 min- utes. Stir well. Add shrimp and stir to coat. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Stir. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir and let stand for 2 minutes to complete cooking. If there are any shrimp that appear under- cooked at this point, return to the microwave and cook on high for 30-second increments, letting stand for 1 minute after each.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 346 (68% from fat) carb. 2g pro. 24g

fat 26g sat. fat 9g chol. 252mg sod. 505mg calc. 64mg fiber 0g

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Creamy Sweet Potato and Parsnip Soup with Ginger

A soup fit for a special occasion, but simple enough to prepare on any night.

Makes 2 entre or 4 first course servings (total yield 3 cups)

pound sweet potatoes,

peeled, cut into -inch dice

pound parsnips, peeled,

cut into -inch dice

cup chopped onion

tablespoon chopped fresh ginger

teaspoon kosher salt

2cups low sodium chicken or

vegetable broth/stock, divided

1teaspoon unsalted butter,

cut into 4 pieces

1tablespoon fresh lemon juice

-cup half-and-half (may use fat-

free) or more stock

Place peeled and diced sweet potatoes and parsnips, onion, ginger, and salt in a 1-quart microwave safe bowl or casserole. Add 1 cup of the broth/stock and stir; dot with butter. Cover with a sheet of waxed paper, then with a lid or plate. Place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes.

Use a hand blender to pure until smooth while gradually adding the remainder of the broth/ stock until completely smooth and homoge- nous. (May also be done in a blender.) Stir in lemon juice. Return to microwave, cover and microwave on high for 1 minute. Add cup half-and-half or more stock. Blend until creamy and smooth. Add remaining half-and-half if a thinner soup is desired. Cover and microwave on medium-high (PL 7) for 2 minutes to heat through. Serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving ( cup): Calories 131 (1% from fat) carb. 30g pro. 4g fat 0g sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 494mg

calc. 40mg fiber 4g

Note: To make a pure to serve as a side dish, follow recipe but do not add all the remaining broth/ stock. Pure vegetables until smooth and creamy, adding broth/stock as needed. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons half-and-half to finish if desired.

ChipotleTomato Soup

This slightly spicy, slightly smoky tomato soup would be perfect alongside a grilled

cheese sandwich.

Makes about 5 cups

1tablespoon extra virgin olive oil,

divided

cup chopped (-inch) onion

cup sliced carrots (-inch)

cup sliced celery (-inch)

1garlic clove, peeled and chopped

teaspoon oregano

pinch ground coriander

pinch ground cumin

1can (14-15 ounces) diced

tomatoes with juices

1large roasted red bell pepper,

seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces

(drain and pat dry if using jarred)

cups low-sodium chicken

or vegetable stock

1tablespoon white rice

teaspoon kosher salt

-1tablespoon chipotle chile

peppers with adobo sauce*

Place the olive oil, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, oregano, coriander, and cumin in a microwave safe 1 quart casserole or bowl that is at least 4 inches deep. Stir to coat all vegetables with oil, then distribute in an even layer. Cover with a lid or plate and microwave on high (PL 10) for 2 minutes. Stir. Place in the Cuisinart Compact Microwave and microwave uncovered on high for 10 minutes.

Add tomatoes with liquid, roasted pepper, stock, rice, and salt. Stir. Microwave, uncov- ered, on high for 10 minutes, stirring after about 5 minutes of cooking. Stir in chipotle peppers and sauce. Microwave on medium (PL 5) for 1 minute.

Strain the solids from the cooking liquid, reserv- ing liquid. Place solids and 1 cup of the cooking liquid in the blender jar. Cover with lid or plate and microwave on medium (PL 5) for 20 min- utes, stirring after about 10 minutes of cooking. Check rice, if not tender add 2 to 3 minutes more cooking time. Using a blender or hand blender, blend until completely emulsified, smooth and homogenous. Serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 98 (27% from fat) carb. 16g pro. 3g fat 3g sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 636mg

calc. 52mg fiber 4g

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ScrambledEggs for Two

Makes 2 servings

1tablespoon unsalted butter,

optional

4large eggs

1tablespoon water

kosher salt, to taste

freshly ground pepper to taste

Melt butter (if using) in a 2-cup glass measuring cup for 20 seconds on high (PL 10). Let cool one minute. Break eggs into the cup, add water, and beat to blend with a fork or small whisk. Microwave, uncovered on high for 1 minute. Stir vigorously to break up solids into curds. Microwave, uncovered on high for 30 seconds, until creamy and firm, but still moist. Stir to reach preferred consistency, remembering that eggs will continue to cook even after the micro- wave has stopped resist the urge to cook lon- ger; they will be at a safe temperature at 165F. If dryer eggs are preferred, cook an additional 10 to 15 seconds after second stirring. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper and serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving (made without butter):

Calories 149 (62% from fat) carb. 1g pro. 12g fat 10g sat. fat 3g chol. 425mg sod. 121mg

calc. 49mg fiber 0g

Omelet with Zucchini and Mushrooms

This omelet is an easy supper on a busy night.

Makes 1 omelet

4teaspoons unsalted butter,

divided

cup julienned zucchini

(-inch cut)

31-inch mushrooms, sliced

2green onions, trimmed and cut

into -inch pieces 18teaspoon basil or Italian herb

blend

2large eggs 18teaspoon kosher salt

pinch freshly ground pepper

2tablespoons lowfat shredded

Cheddar or Swiss cheese

Place 3 teaspoons of the butter in a 9-inch glass pie plate and place in the Cuisinart

Compact Microwave. Microwave on high (PL 10) for about 10 to 20 seconds. Add zucchini, mushrooms, green onions, and basil to plate and toss to coat with butter. Microwave on high for 5 minutes, stirring the vegetables halfway through cooking time. Remove and reserve.

Soften the remaining teaspoon of butter in a 5- or 6-inch microwave-safe soup plate. Spread butter in bowl of dish. Beat eggs with a whisk until frothy. Add salt and pepper. Pour into pre- pared plate. Microwave on high for 45 seconds. Use a heatproof rubber spatula to move the partially set edges of the eggs to the center and turn over. Microwave on high for 35 to 45 sec- onds omelet will rise and puff, until just set and top is creamy. Top with cooked vegetables and shredded cheese. Microwave on medium- high (PL 7) for 20 seconds to reheat vegetables and partially melt cheese. Loosen omelet with the spatula, folding it over and turning onto serving plate. Serve hot.

Nutritional information per omelet: Calories 349 (72% from fat) carb. 7g pro. 18g

fat 28g sat. fat 13g chol. 474mg sod. 369mg calc. 168mg fiber 2g

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CONTENTS Breakfast Scrambled Eggs for One.................11

Scrambled Eggs for Two.................12

Omelet with Zucchini and Mushrooms.............................12

Soups Creamy Sweet Potato and Parsnip Soup with Ginger...........................13

Chipotle Tomato Soup.....................13

Entrees Scallops Provenal..........................14

Spicy Cajun BBQ Shrimp................14

Salmon with Julienned Vegetables..15

Pesto Chicken Salad.......................15

Vegetables/Side Dishes Maple Glazed Acorn Squash ..........16

Artichokes with Tangy Lemon Herb Sauce.............................................16

Honey Ginger Glazed Baby Carrots17

Green Beans with Mushrooms and Toasted Almonds...........................17

Smashed Potatoes and Cauliflower with Garlic......................................18

Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Potatoes............................18

Potato Salad ...................................19

Risotto with Peas............................19

Israeli Couscous Pilaf with Cranberries, Golden Raisins and Pine Nuts................................20

Sauces Simple Hollandaise..........................20

Cheddar Cheese Sauce..................21

Misc. Strawberry Pomegranate Jam.........21

Applesauce......................................22

Lemon Curd.....................................22

Desserts Chocolate Mousse..........................22

Cranberry Poached Pears...............23

Creamy Rice Pudding with Raisins.23

RECIPES

ScrambledEggs for One

Since the eggs will not stick to the micro- waveable measuring cup, you can elimi- nate the butter though it is quite tasty.

tablespoon unsalted butter,

optional

2large eggs

1tablespoon water

kosher salt, to taste

freshly ground pepper, to taste

Place butter (if using) in a 2-cup glass measur- ing cup and place in the Cuisinart

Compact

Microwave and microwave for 20 seconds on high (PL 10) to melt the butter. Let cool one minute. Break eggs into the cup, add water, and beat to blend with a fork or small whisk. Microwave, uncovered on high for 30 seconds. Stir vigorously to break up solids into curds. Microwave, uncovered on high for 30 seconds, until creamy and firm, but still moist. Stir to reach preferred consistency, remembering that eggs will continue to cook even after the micro- wave has stopped resist the urge to cook lon- ger; they will be at a safe temperature at 165F. If dryer eggs are preferred, cook an additional 10 to 15 seconds after second stirring. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper and serve hot.

Nutritional information per serving (made without butter):

Calories 149 (62% from fat) carb. 1g pro. 12g fat 10g sat. fat 3g chol. 425mg sod. 121mg

calc. 49mg fiber 0g

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AUTODEFROSTINGGUIDE Follow the instructions below when defrosting different types of food.

Check foods when the oven signals. After the final stage, small sections may still be icy; let them stand to continue thawing. Shielding roast and steaks with small pieces of foil prevents the edges from cooking before the center of the food has defrosted. Use narrow, flat, smooth strips of aluminum foil to cover the edges and thinner sections of the food.

Meats that have been defrosted in the microwave should be cooked immedi- ately to prevent harmful bacteria from developing.

FOOD STANDARD AMOUNT

DIRECTIONS

Roast Beef, Pork2.5-6.0 lbs.Start with the food placed fat side down. After each stage, turn the food over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil.

Steaks, Chops, Fish

0.5-3.0 lbs.After each stage, rearrange the food. If there are any warm or thawed portions of food, shield them with narrow flat pieces of aluminum foil. Remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered, for 5-10 minutes.

Ground Meat0.5-3.0 lbs.After each stage, remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand, covered with foil, for 5-10 minutes.

Whole Chicken2.5-6.0 lbs.Remove giblets before freezing poultry. Start defrosting with the breast side down. After the first stage, turn the chicken over and shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. After the second stage, again shield any warm portions with narrow strips of aluminum foil. Let stand, covered, for 30-60 minutes in the refrigerator.

ChickenPieces0.5-3.0 lbs.After each stage, rearrange or remove any pieces of food that are nearly defrosted. Let stand for 10-20 minutes.

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VEGETABLEPREPARATIONDIRECTIONS

Peas edible pod snow peas or sugar snap, 12 ounces

Remove strings, trim tips and tops. Wash.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 3 to 5 minutes until crisp/ tender, stirring once during cooking.

Peas, green 3 cups fresh (from about2 pounds in pods)

Shell and rinse.Place in casserole/baking dish with 2 to 3 tablespoons water. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 5 to 8 minutes, until tender or done to taste.

Rutabagas (Yellow, waxy turnips or Swedes), 1 pound

Wash and peel. Cut into -inch cubes.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 10 to 14 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times during cooking.

Spinach 1 pound

Wash and drain, remove stems.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 1 tablespoon water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 3 to 6 minutes, stirring once during cooking.

Squash Acorn, delicate, golden nugget, kabocha, sweet dumpling, 1 to 1 pound

Cut thin slice from root end/base. Wash. Cut into quarters lengthwise or cut into -inch slices.

Place squash halves, cut side down in casserole/baking dish with cup water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 8 to 12 minutes, until tender when tested with a knife. Let stand 3 minutes before turning over.

Squash Banana, buttercup, butternut, hubbard, turban

Wash and halve lengthwise, remove seeds and stem. Butternut squash can also be peeled and cubed or sliced.

Place squash halves, cut side down in casserole/baking dish with cup water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 10 to 14 minutes, until tender when tested with a knife. Let stand 3 minutes before turning over.

For cube/sliced butternut squash, place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 5 to 9 minutes, until tender.

Squash Zucchini, summer, yellow crookneck, 1 pound

Wash, trim and discard stem and blossom ends. Cut into -inch slices.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 4 to 7 minutes, stirring once during cooking.

Squash Spaghetti (one squash, about2 to 3 pounds)

Wash, halve lengthwise remove and discard seeds.

Place squash halves, cut side down in baking dish with cup water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 16-21 minutes, until tender. Let rest 3 minutes before using.

SweetPotatoes 1 pound

Wash and peel, cut into quarters or cubes.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 9 to 12 minutes, until tender, stirring once during cooking.

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VEGETABLEPREPARATIONDIRECTIONS

Cauliflower 1 pound

Wash; remove and discard leaves. Leave whole or cut/ break into florets.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons of water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10), 9 to 12 minutes for a whole head, 7 to 11 minutes for florets (stirring once during cooking).

Celery 6 stalks

Remove leaves, wash. Cut into -inch slices.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 2 tablespoons water. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 5 to 6 minutes, until crisp/tender, stirring once during cooking.

Corn 4 ears

Remove husks and silk; cut kernels from ears to yield about2 cups.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring once.

Corn on the Cob 4 ears

Remove husks and silk.

Wrap each ear in waxed paper or parchment. Place on glass turntable. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 2 to 4 minutes for 1 ear, 4 to 6 minutes for 2 ears, 7 to 10 minutes for 3 ears, and 9 to 12 minutes for 4 ears.

Fennel 2 bulbs

Trim, discarding upper stalks and tough/wilted outer layer of stalks. Cut thin slice from root end/base. Wash. Cut into quarters lengthwise or cut into -inch slices.

Place in casserole/baking dish with cup water. Cover. Microwave on High for 6 to 8 minutes, until tender, stirring once during cooking.

Lima Beans 3 cups (about 3 pounds in pods/shells)

Shell lima beans and rinse.

Place lima beans in a microwave-safe dish with cup water. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 6 to 9 minutes.

Mushrooms 1 pound

Wash and dry immediately. Leave whole, quarter or slice.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 2 tablespoons melted butter or extra virgin olive oil. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring twice during cooking.

To saut, melt tablespoon each of unsalted butter and olive oil in a microwave- safe pie plate for 20 seconds on High (PL- 10). Add up to 6 ounces sliced mushrooms to plate and toss to coat. Season to taste. Microwave on High (PL-10) uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring twice during cooking.

Onions Small boiling or pearl, 8 ounces

Peel boiling onions before cooking. Peel pearl onions after cooking.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10), for 3 to 5 minutes undercook if adding to a dish that will be cooked further.

Parsnips 1 pound

Wash and peel. Cut into -inch slices or quarter lengthwise and cut into 2-inch lengths.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 4 to 7 minutes, until tender, stirring once during cooking.

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VEGETABLEPREPARATIONDIRECTIONS

Artichokes globe (2-about 10 ounces each)

Choose firm, closed artichokes. Wash well; trim stems and cut about 1 inch from top. Use kitchen scissors to snip off sharp tips from leaves. Rub/ brush cut edges with fresh lemon juice.

Place in casserole/baking dish with cup water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 3-6 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until a leaf pulls out easily. Invert to drain.

Asparagus (1 pound) Cooking time will vary greatly with thickness of asparagus. For best results choose asparagus of similar thickness.

Wash and break off woody part of spear. Peel as desired. Leave whole or cut on diagonal into 1- to2-inch lengths.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 3 to 6 minutes, rearranging or stirring halfway through cooking until done to taste.

Beans (green, yellow wax) or haricots verts

Wash. Trim ends. Cut into 1 to 1- inch pieces, French- cut or leave whole. Trim ends from haricots verts, leave whole.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave cut or whole beans for 8 to 12 minutes on High (PL-10); Microwave French cut or haricots verts for 5 to 9 minutes.

Beets Red, yellow, or orange, 1 pound (3 to 4 medium)

Trim stems to 1- inch. Scrub beets well, but prick, do not peel if cooking whole. For sliced or diced, peel and cut.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave whole beets for 9 to 12 minutes on High (PL-10) until tender. Let cool and skins will slip off easily. Microwave sliced/diced beets for 9 to 12 minutes, stirring after 5 minutes.

Broccoli 1 pound

Wash, remove and discard stalks and outer leaves. Cut into florets (1-inch) or spears.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 4 to 9 minutes, until crisp-tender or to taste, stirring once during cooking. If using in a salad or to add to another dish, choose shorter cooking times and refresh immediately in ice water.

Brussels Sprouts 1 pound

Trim off and discard loose outer leaves. Trim stem ends and cut a cross in end with sharp knife.

Place in casserole/baking dish with cup water. Cover. Microwave on High for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring once during cooking.

Carrots 1 pound

Wash and peel. Cut into -inch slices or julienne.

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10), 7 to 9 minutes for sliced, 5 to 7 minutes for julienned, stirring once during cooking.

Carrots, baby cut 1 pound

Rinse (they may be prewashed, but rinse again).

Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring once during cooking.

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SUGGESTIONS FOR COOKING EGGSIN YOUR MICROWAVE Never cook eggs in the shell and

never warm hard-cooked eggs in the shell; they can explode.

Cook eggs just until barely set and allow for carryover cooking during which time they will finish cooking; they become tough if overcooked.

SUGGESTIONS FORCOOKING VEGETABLESIN YOUR MICROWAVE Vegetables should be washed in

cold clear water just before cooking. Some vegetables such as spinach may require several washings. Often, no extra water is needed. If dense vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and green beans are being cooked, add about cup of water.

Small vegetables such as sliced car- rots, peas, lima beans will cook fast- er than larger ones.

Whole vegetables such as potatoes, acorn squash or corn on the cob should be arranged in a circle on the turntable before cooking. They will cook more evenly if turned over after half the cooking time.

Always place vegetables like aspara- gus and broccoli with the stem ends pointing toward the edge of the dish and the tips toward the center.

When cooking cut vegetables, al- ways cover the dish with a lid or vented microwave plastic wrap.

For best results when cooking as- paragus, arrange trimmed asparagus in a spoke fashion, stem end out. About two-thirds through cooking reverse so that tips are on the outer edge.

Prick skin of whole, unpeeled veg- etables such as potatoes, squash, eggplant, etc., in several spots be-

fore cooking to prevent them from bursting.

For more even cooking, stir or rear- range whole vegetables halfway through the cooking time.

Generally, the denser the food, the longer the standing time (standing time refers to the time necessary for dense, large foods and vegetables to finish cooking after they come out of the oven). A baked potato can stand on the counter for five minutes be- fore cooking is completed, while a dish of peas can be served immedi- ately.

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GUIDE FOR COOKING POULTRYIN YOUR MICROWAVE Place poultry on a microwave-safe

roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish.

Cover poultry with wax paper to pre- vent spattering.

Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield bone tips, thin meat areas or areas that start to overcook.

Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand the recommended time.

GUIDE FORCOOKING FISH/SHELLFISHIN YOUR MICROWAVE Arrange pieces with thick sections

to outside.

When possible fold fish fillets to cre- ate pieces of similar size and thick- ness.

Cover before cooking with a plate or wax paper.

FOOD COOK TIME/

POWER LEVEL DIRECTIONS

Whole Chicken

Up to 4 lbs.

CookingTime:

6-9 mins/lb 170F - 180F

PowerLevel:

Medium High (70)

Place chicken breast-side down on microwave-safe roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over when the cooking time is half up. Cook until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink. Skin will not be browned or crispy. To aid in browning, brush with Gravy Master

or similar product prior to

cooking. Let stand 5-10 minutes.

ChickenPieces Up to 2 lbs.

CookingTime:

6-9 mins/lb

180F dark meat

170F light meat

PowerLevel:

Medium High (70)

Place chicken bone-side down on dish, with the thickest portions toward the outside of the dish in a spoke pattern. Cover with wax paper. Turn over when the cooking time is half up. Cook until juices run clear and meat near the bone is no longer pink. Skin will not be browned or crispy. To aid in browning, brush with Gravy Master

or similar product

prior to cooking. Let stand 5-10 minutes.

FOOD COOK TIME/

POWER LEVEL DIRECTIONS

Fillets cod, halibut, haddock, 1 pound filets of even thickness

Cooking Time: 4-6 minutes

Power Level: High (PL-10)

Let stand 3 minutes before serving.

Salmon, fillets 1 pound

Cooking Time:2-3 minutes

Power Level: High (PL-10)

Cover loosely with wax paper. Let stand 4-5 minutes before serving.

Flounder, sole, thin flat fillets, 1 pound

Cooking Time: 4-6 minutes

Power Level: High (PL-10)

Fold over to create thickness of about inch. Let stand 3 minutes before serving.

Shrimp,1 pound, large peeled and deveined.

Cooking Time: 1-3 minutes

Power Level: High (PL-10)

Arrange on flat microwave-safe plate, meaty (head) portion to outside, cover with plate. Let rest 3 to 5 minutes covered.

Scallops,1 pound, large remove muscle/ foot before cooking.

Cooking Time:2-4 minutes, turn over/stir after 1-1 minutes

Power Level: High (PL-10)

Arrange in single layer in microwave-safe pie plate. Season with melted butter and/or lemon juice. Cover with plate. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes, covered.

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To soften hard-as-rocks brown sug- ar, place on a glass or ceramic pie plate. Cover with wax paper. Top with a slice of fresh white bread. Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on High (PL-10) for about 30 sec- onds.

Reheat rice by placing in serving dish/bowl. For 1 cup rice, sprinkle with2-3 teaspoons water, and cover with a plate or plastic wrap. Micro- wave on High (PL-10) for 1 min- utes. Let stand for 2 minutes before using.

SUGGESTED DISHES FOR USEIN THE MICROWAVE

Glass measuring cups with handle 1-cup,2-cup, 4-cup and 8-cup sizes.

Glass, ceramic or porcelain ramekins 4 to 8 ounces in size.

Glass/ceramic bowl with lid 1-quart, 3-quart sizes

Glass/ceramic oval baker/gratin dish 12-ounce,24-ounce sizes.

12-ounce mugs for coffee

Glass/ceramic 9- to 12-inch pie plates

Glass/ceramic/porcelain souffl dishes 1-quart, 2-quart, 3-quart sizes

COOKINGGUIDE The following guides will help you to cook a variety of foods in the micro- wave. Some foods are more suited for microwave cooking than others. Times will vary depending on the starting temperature of the foods being cooked.

GUIDE FORCOOKING MEAT IN YOUR MICROWAVE Place meat on a microwave-safe

roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish.

Start meat fat side down. Use nar- row strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin meat areas.

Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time.

Microwaved meats will be somewhat different in texture than meats cooked by traditional methods. Brushing meats with a product such as Gravy Master

will aid in browned appear-

ance and make finished product more visually appealing.

The following temperatures are re- moval temperatures. The tempera- ture of the food will rise during the standing time.

FOOD COOK TIME/

POWER LEVEL DIRECTIONS

Boneless roast beef

Up to 4 lbs.

CookingTime: Rare 7-11 min/lb for 115F Medium 8-12 min/lb for 120F

Well Done 9-14 min/lb for 145F

PowerLevel: High (Hi) for first 5 minutes, then Medium (PL-5) or according to specific recipe.

Place roast fat-side down on roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over when cooking time is half up. Let stand 10 minutes.

Pork Boneless or Bone-in Up to 4 lbs.

CookingTime:

Well Done 11-15 min/lb for 160F

PowerLevel: High (Hi) for first 5 minutes, then Medium (50)

Place roast fat-side down on roasting rack. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Turn over when cooking time is half up. Let stand 10 minutes.

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Soften cream cheese in microwave. Remove from original wrapper and microwave on Medium-Low (PL-3) for about 40 to 60 seconds.

To soften butter for baking, unwrap and place on small microwavable dish. Microwave on Low (PL-1 or PL-2) for 20 to 30 seconds for each 2 tablespoons.

To melt butter, unwrap, cut into ta- blespoons and place in glass mea- suring cup. Cover loosely with wax paper to prevent spattering. Micro- wave on High (PL-10) in 30-second increments until three-quarters melt- ed, then stir to complete melting.

To heat syrup for pancakes or waf- fles, place in a microwave-safe con- tainer with a handle (sugar syrups get extremely hot), and microwave on High (PL-10) for 30-second inter- vals until warm.

An instant-read thermometer is a great tool to have it will allow you to check temperatures as needed and will give you a reading within seconds. Do not cook with the in- stant-read thermometer in foods it is only for checking finished cooking temperatures.

Use microwave-safe containers for cooking. Check manufacturers in- structions as to microwavability. Chi- na or porcelain with gold or silver in the pattern cannot be microwaved. Do not reuse deli containers, plastic containers from frozen food items, or other single use containers such as margarine tubs or whipped top- ping containers in the microwave, as they may change chemically/physi- cally when microwaved a second time and impart or leach harmful chemicals into microwaved foods. Some plastics are not designed to withstand high heat or to be reused, and will change form or warp it is not recommended to eat foods from containers that have changed shape.

When microwaving in glass, be sure it is tempered glass or it will shatter.

If using paper goods in the microwave, use only white, undecorated materi- als, not made of recycled papers (these may contain chemicals or bits of metal which can ignite). For paper towels it is suggested that the pack- age have a microwave-safe claim for the product.

If the start/30-second button is pressed while the microwave is in use, this will default set the power to level 10 as well as adding an extra 30-seconds of cooking time.

OTHER USES FOR YOUR MICROWAVE To proof yeast doughs, place pre-

pared dough in a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Place a 2- cup measure filled with 1 cup water in the microwave and bring to the boil. Move it immediately to back corner of microwave and place cov- ered bowl of dough in the micro- wave. Close door and let rise in the warm, steamy microwave for 20 to 30 minutes until doubled in volume. Remove from microwave and pro- ceed according to recipe instruc- tions.

Decrystallize honey by uncovering the jar and placing in the microwave for 30 to 60 seconds on Medium High (PL-7).

Get more juice from citrus. Place lemons and limes in microwave on High (PL-10) for 20 to 30 seconds and your juice yield will be greatly improved and less difficult.

Soften freezer-hard ice cream by microwaving on Medium (PL-5) for 30 to 60 seconds.

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TIP AND HINTS CLEANING Keeping your microwave clean will keep it working efficiently and effectively.

In a 2-cup measure, bring 1 cup wa- ter mixed with 2 tablespoons lemon juice or baking soda to a boil in the microwave. Allow to stand in micro- wave for 5 minutes to steam. Then wipe walls of microwave with clean paper towels, a damp clean towel or a dampened microfiber cloth to re- move softened cooking residues.

Do not use scouring pads or abra- sive or harsh detergents.

If using a chemical-based spray for cleaning, be sure to wipe interior of microwave clean with a dampened towel so that the chemicals and their aromas are not absorbed by the next foods cooked.

COOKING To boil liquids, microwave until the

surface bubbles actively, just like boiling on the stovetop.

Although cooking dried beans in the microwave is not recommended, you can presoak them by flash-soaking in the microwave: cover beans with 2 inches of water in a microwave- safe container on high for 12 min- utes. Let stand in microwave for 15 minutes longer. Drain and cook on stovetop until tender, adding fresh liquid and cooking according to package/recipe directions.

Carryover cooking When micro- waving, foods will continue cooking after the microwave has stopped. It is better to undercook slightly and let foods stand to prevent overcooking.

The type of food and its individual characteristics will be an indicator of how it cooks. Microwaving is par- ticularly well suited to cooking veg- etables and foods that have a high water content. Breads and pastries

will become rubbery in texture when reheated in the microwave. Meats that are tender when cooked by tra- ditional methods may be tough and rubbery because of their complex protein/fat structure.

Foods cooked in the microwave will be greatly affected by their starting temperature. Room temperature foods will not take as long to cook as foods taken right from the refrig- erator.

Move foods around and stir them frequently to ensure even cooking.

You will get best results with veg- etables and seafood when they are of similar size and thickness. Veg- etables should be cut and trimmed to similar sizes.

Arrange foods in a spoke or wreath pattern if possible to help cook evenly.

Do not cook eggs in their shells they will burst! If poaching eggs, prick yolks with tines of a fork so that they do not burst.

For cooking hot cereals such as oat- meal, follow package instructions. Cook in a large enough container to allow for boil-ups.

To melt chocolate in the microwave, cut it into 1-inch pieces, or use chocolate morsels. Place in glass container with handle (a measuring cup will be fine) and microwave on Medium High (PL-7) for 1 minute. Stir well. If necessary, microwave again at 30-second intervals as nec- essary. Stir well, as chocolate melts while it is being stirred. When about of the chocolate is melted, stir to complete melting. DO NOT OVER- MICROWAVE chocolate burns eas- ily!

Toast nuts, bread crumbs and coco- nut. Spread them on a microwave- safe plate or pie plate. Microwave on High for 1 to 3 minutes, stirring once every minute. There will be carry

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