AeroGarden Herb'n Serve User manual

Vinaigrette
&
Marinade
Maker
Garden fresh
vinaigrettes and marinades
at the touch of a button!
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Herb n Serve™
Herb n Serve™
for English, French & Spanish
English

Herb ’n Serve Features ...............................2
Getting Started ......................................3
Create Your Own Vinaigrette or Marinade ..........6
Recipes For Your Herb ’n Serve .......................7
Vinaigrettes
Balsamic Vinaigrette, Basil Vinaigrette,
Italian Vinaigrette & Low-Fat Italian Vinaigrette.....8
Greek Salad Dressing,Garlic Lovers’ Vinaigrette
& Classic Caesar Dressing .........................9
Asian Vinaigrette,Oregano-Lime Vinaigrette
& Parsley-Chili Vinaigrette ....................... 10
Marinades
Lemon Herb Marinade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Italian Herb Marinade, Jamaican Jerk Marinade
& Red Wine Marinade ........................... 12
White Wine Marinade, French Marinade with
Herbes de Provence & Asian Marinade........... 13
Lemon Mint Marinade, Basil Marinade
& Fiery Chili-Lime Marinade ..................... 14
*PLEASE READ BEFORE STARTING*
Important Safety Instructions
•Blade is sharp – USE CAUTION.
•Keep out of reach of children.
•Do not place Power Base in any liquid, or in
dishwasher.
•Use Herb ’n Serve on flat, sturdy and dry surface.
•Completely assemble Blade Base and Carafe
before placing on Power Base.
•WHEN POWER IS ON:
- Hold Power Base with hand. Never leave Herb
’n Serve unattended while in use.
- DO NOT –
~ Add ingredients.
~ Remove lid.
~ Run motor for more than 1 minute.
•Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep
hands,hair, clothing and utensils away from
blade during operation to reduce risk of injury
and/or damage to unit.
•Do not place in microwave.
•
Use only non-rechargeable AA alkaline batteries.
Table of Contents

Locking Tab
Locking Tab
Opening
Blade Base
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Herb ’n Serve Features
Locking Lid
Dishwasher-safe
Carafe
Blade Base with
Stainless Steel
Blade and
Locking Tab
(See image below)
Power Base
On/Off Switch
Lock/ Unlock
Icons
Battery Compartment (underneath base)
for 6 AA non-rechargeable alkaline batteries
Directions and
pre-measured marks
for vinaigrettes and
marinades
Pour Spout

Before First Use – Disassemble and
Clean Herb ’n Serve
Remove Carafe
from Power Base
Twist Carafe to the
right until Black Line
near base of Carafe
and “unlock” icon are
aligned. Lift up Carafe.
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NOTE: DO NOT put Power Base in dishwasher or immerse
in liquid.
Remove Blade Base
from Carafe
• Hold Carafe with one
hand and grasp under-
side of Blade Base with
other hand.
• Rotate Blade Base to
the right until Black
Line near base of Carafe
and Locking Tab are no
longer aligned.
Getting Started
• Pull down Blade Base.
Carafe, Lid and Blade
Base are now ready
for cleaning.

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Insert Batteries
• Turn Power Base
upside down.
• Push in Locking Tab
with finger or small
coin. Battery Cover will
release and lift up.
• Grasp Battery Cover
and pull off.
While Herb ’n Serve is disassembled, insert batteries
in Power Base.
• Insert batteries
following (+) and
(–) markings.
• Replace Battery Cover.
- Insert two End Tabs
into Slots in Battery
Compartment.
- Push down on
Battery Cover until
Locking Tab snaps
in place.

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Secure Carafe
to Power Base
• Align Black Line
near bottom of
Carafe with “unlock”
icon on Power Base.
• Rotate Carafe to the
left until Black Line
and“lock” icon are
aligned.
Attach Blade Base
to Carafe
• Align Locking Tab Open-
ing with Black Line near
bottom of Carafe.
• Push up on Blade Base.
• Rotate Blade Base to the
left until it stops.
(Locking Tab and Black Line
will be aligned when Blade
Base is properly seated.)
Assemble Herb ’n Serve
NOTE: Carafe must be
properly secured
to Power Base
for Herb ’n Serve
to operate.
Place and Lock Lid
on Carafe
• Lower Lid straight down
into Carafe so that Lid
Lock is next to (not on
top of) Carafe Tab.
• Turn Lid to the left until
you hear a click.

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With fresh herbs and your Herb ’n Serve, you’ll soon
discover that mixing up delicious vinaigrettes and
marinades is a snap! We have provided basic recipes
on the Carafe and additional recipes to inspire you, but
there are no limits to what you can create on your own.
Just add ingredients in the order listed and complete
the following steps. Follow ratios of acid (such as
vinegar, wine or citrus) to oil on the Carafe and add a
handful of any AeroGarden herbs that inspire you.
Decide to make a vinaigrette or marinade. For
vinaigrettes,use the side of Carafe with two
marks – one for“Vinegar”and one for “Oil.”
For marinades, use the side of Carafe that has
three marks – two for“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine”
and one for“Oil.”
Create Your Own
Vinaigrette or Marinade
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Remove Lid – turn it
to the left (to unlock),
and push top of Lid away
from you to loosen seal.
Pour in vinegar, citrus
or wine to either the
“Vinegar” line for
vinaigrette, or“Vinegar,
Citrus or Wine #1”line
for marinades.
Add a handful of
AeroGarden herbs to
Carafe (leaves only).
Place Lid on Carafe
and turn power
ON until herbs are
chopped (about 30
seconds).
NOTE: Remember to firmly hold
Carafe and Power Base
before turning power ON.
Do not operate motor
continuously for more
than 1 minute.
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Turn OFF Herb ’n Serve
and remove Lid.
Add oil to“Oil”line.
Marinades also require
additional vinegar,
citrus or wine added
to the“Vinegar, Citrus
or Wine #2” line at
this time.
Add dry seasonings
(such as salt and
pepper).
Place Lid on Carafe
and turn power ON
until ingredients are
mixed.
Once mixed, turn
Herb ’n Serve OFF,
remove Lid, pour and
enjoy!
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The vinaigrette recipe on the Carafe makes enough
for two large salads.The marinade recipe on the
Carafe makes enough to cover about one pound of
meat, fish, poultry or vegetables.
We have also included vinaigrette and marinade
recipes on the following pages that are quick, easy and
tasty. There’s no need to measure – simply use the lines
on the side of the Carafe.We’ve also listed the ingre-
dients for each recipe in bold type so you can quickly
obtain what you need.
NOTE: Remember to always secure Lid on Carafe and
firmly hold Carafe and Power Base before turning
power ON.
Recipes for Your Herb ’n Serve

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Balsamic Vinaigrette
A classic dressing that can be made with just about any
combination of herbs from your AeroGarden.
1) Add balsamic vinegar to“Vinegar” line.
2) Add chives and a handful of AeroGarden herbs.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil” line
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
VINAIGRETTES
Use the“Vinegar” and“Oil” markings on the Herb
Vinaigrette side of Carafe for these recipes.
Basil Vinaigrette
This vinaigrette tastes great on a green salad or mixed with
pasta and Parmesan cheese.
1) Add balsamic vinegar to“Vinegar” line.
2) Add handful of basil leaves from AeroGarden.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil” line
1/4 tsp dry mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Italian Vinaigrette
This quick and easy dressing served over mixed greens
makes the perfect side dish to pasta or pizza.
1) Add white wine vinegar to“Vinegar”line.
2) Add handful of AeroGarden herbs (oregano &
basil blend well).
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil” line
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Low-Fat Italian Vinaigrette
The flavor of classic Italian dressing without all the calories.
1) Add cider vinegar to“Vinegar” line.
2) Add handful of AeroGarden herbs (oregano &
basil blend well).
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Unsweetened apple juice
to“Oil” line
3
garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.

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Greek Salad Dressing
Toss this lemony dressing with salad greens,feta cheese,
black olives,cucumbers and a few thinly sliced red onions.
1) Add lemon juice to“Vinegar” line.
2) Add small handful of AeroGarden oregano.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil” line
2
garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Garlic Lovers’ Vinaigrette
This vinaigrette uses15 cloves of roasted garlic*! Toss it
with fresh greens,use it as a dipping sauce for vegetables
or just drizzle some on a slice of crusty bread.
1) Add rice wine vinegar to“Vinegar” line.
2)
Add handful of AeroGarden herbs (oregano,
thyme and/or basil work well with garlic).
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil” line
2 Tbsp lemon juice
15 cloves roasted garlic,
finely chopped
Pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
* To roast garlic, preheat oven to 400°F. Peel outer skin from
head of garlic and slice ¼ to ½ inch off the tip. Place garlic
head on aluminum foil and coat with olive oil. Wrap head in
foil and bake for 45 minutes.Allow to cool, then remove skins.
NOTE: Remember to always secure Lid on Carafe and
firmly hold Carafe and Power Base before turning
power ON.
Classic Caesar Dressing
Toss this dressing with romaine lettuce,croutons and fresh-
ly grated Parmesan cheese for a delicious Caesar Salad.
1) Add red wine vinegar to“Vinegar” line.
2) Add handful of AeroGarden herbs (oregano,
basil and thyme blend well).
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil”line
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1/2 Tbsp anchovy paste
1/2 Tbsp Worcestershire
sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.

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Asian Vinaigrette
Spice up spaghetti or soba noodles with this vinaigrette, a
sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and steamed vegetables.
1) Add soy sauce to“Vinegar” line.
2) Add small handful of AeroGarden herbs.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Peanut oil to“Oil”line
4 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 Tbsp brown sugar
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
NOTE: Remember to always secure Lid on Carafe and
firmly hold Carafe and Power Base before turning
power ON.
Oregano-Lime Vinaigrette
This zesty dressing will add fresh delight to taco salads.
1) Add lime juice to“Vinegar” line.
2) Add handful of AeroGarden oregano.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil” line
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
Dash of cayenne pepper
Black pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Parsley-Chili Vinaigrette
Try over cooked, flaky fish for a unique flavor burst.
1) Add sherry vinegar to “Vinegar” line.
2) Add handful of AeroGarden parsley.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Oil” line
1 finely chopped AeroGarden
chili pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp salt
Pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.

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MARINADES
Many marinade recipes use two different types of
“acids,” such as wine and vinegar, or lemon juice and
vinegar. You will get better results with the Herb ’n
Serve if you blend herbs in a small amount of “acid”
before adding additional liquid ingredients. Even if
following a recipe with only one “acid,” be sure to fill
Carafe only to first fill line. Then add and chop your
herbs before adding additional liquid ingredients.
Marinate foods in non-reactive containers, such as
glass or ceramic containers
or resealable plastic bags.
Marinating Times
For best results, let meat, poultry
or tofu marinate in refrigerator
for 12 to 24 hours. Fish and
shrimp only require about
1 hour.Vegetables absorb
marinade best if they
are first blanched for 1
to 3 minutes. Marinate
blanched vegetables for about
4 hours before serving or cooking.
NOTE: Do not reuse meat, poultry or fish marinades as
they may contain harmful bacteria. Do not reuse
meat marinades to baste during cooking unless
you have first boiled marinade on a stove top or
cooked it in a microwave-safe container at full
power for about 3 minutes.
THE CARAFE IS NOT MICROWAVE-SAFE.
Lemon Herb Marinade
This basic recipe works with any combination of herbs from
your AeroGarden.Try it with chicken, fish or vegetables.
1) Add lemon juice to“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden herbs.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Additional lemon juice to
“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #2”
Olive oil to“Oil”line
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Use “Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1 and #2” and“Oil”
markings on Herb Marinade side of Carafe for the
following recipes.
NOTE: Remember to always secure Lid on Carafe and
firmly hold Carafe and Power Base before turning
power ON.

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Italian Herb Marinade
Bring a taste of Italy to your chicken,vegetable or fish
dishes with this delicious marinade.
1) Add lemon juice to“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden herbs (parsley,
chives, thyme and/or oregano blend well).
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Balsamic vinegar to “Vinegar,
Citrus or Wine #2”
Olive oil to“Oil”line
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp capers
1 tsp anchovy paste
1 Tbsp fresh ground pepper
Salt to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Jamaican Jerk Marinade
Add some Caribbean fire by grilling chicken breasts in this
hot and spicy jerk marinade.
1) Add tarragon vinegar to“Vinegar, Citrus or
Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden thyme leaves.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: White wine to“Vinegar, Citrus
or Wine #2”
Soy sauce to“Oil”line
3 to 5 finely chopped jalapeño
chili peppers (or other
AeroGarden chili peppers)
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp ground allspice
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp pepper
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Red Wine Marinade
A basic marinade that tastes great with beef or lamb.
1) Add red wine vinegar to“Vinegar, Citrus or
Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden herbs (parsley,
chives, thyme and/or oregano blend well).
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Dry red wine to “Vinegar, Citrus
or Wine #2”
Olive oil to“Oil”line
3 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.

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White Wine Marinade
Brings delightful fresh flavors to any fish dish.For flaky fish,
such as trout or cod, use as a basting sauce.
1) Add lemon juice to“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden herbs.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: White wine to“Vinegar, Citrus
or Wine #2”
Olive oil to“Oil”line
1 Tbsp lemon zest
1/4 to 1/2 tsp hot sauce
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
French Marinade with Herbes de Provence
Travel to the French countryside with this enchanting
marinade,perfect for fresh seafood.
1) Add lemon juice to“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of French AeroGarden herbs (a little
bit of everything is best).
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Dry white wine to“Vinegar,
Citrus or Wine #2”
Olive oil to“Oil”line
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp fresh ground pepper
Salt to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Asian Marinade
A delicious marinade for beef, chicken or tofu that adds
delightful flavors to stir-fried or grilled dishes.
1) Add lime juice to “Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1.”
2)
Add handful of AeroGarden herbs.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Soy sauce to “Vinegar, Citrus
or Wine #2”
Olive oil to “Oil” line
2 Tbsp sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp finely grated
fresh ginger
1 tsp brown sugar
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
NOTE: Remember to always secure Lid on Carafe and
firmly hold Carafe and Power Base before turning
power ON.

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Lemon Mint Marinade
The refreshing combination of lemon and mint in this
marinade enhances chicken or lamb kabobs.
1) Add dry white wine to “Vinegar, Citrus or
Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden mint, oregano
and chives.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Fresh lemon juice to“Vinegar,
Citrus or Wine #2”
Olive Oil to“Oil”line
2 Tbsp lemon zest
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Basil Marinade
Bring a blast of basil to grilled firm fish (such as swordfish or
tuna). Also great drizzled on fresh mozzarella and tomatoes.
This recipe uses only the first two lines on Carafe.
1) Add lemon juice to“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden basil leaves and a
few sprigs of chives.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Olive oil to“Vinegar, Citrus
or Wine #2”
1 Tbsp licorice or anise liqueur
(such as Sambuca)
3 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
Fiery Chili-Lime Marinade
Add a spicy kick to chicken wings or spareribs.
1) Add lime juice to“Vinegar, Citrus or Wine #1.”
2) Add handful of AeroGarden oregano.
3) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve until herbs are chopped.
4) Turn OFF & Add: Dark rum to“Vinegar, Citrus
or Wine #2”
Peanut oil to“Oil”line
1 Tbsp diced jalapeño chili
pepper (or other AeroGarden
chili pepper)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp lime zest
Salt and pepper to taste
5) Turn ON Herb ’n Serve to mix ingredients.
NOTE: Remember to always secure Lid on Carafe and
firmly hold Carafe and Power Base before turning
power ON.

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