Breville simplicity VHB113 User manual

simplicity
400W hand blender
instruction booklet
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selection of recipes included

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product safety
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
This product can be used by children aged 8 years and above,
and persons who require supervision, provided:
• they are familiar with the hazards associated with the
product, and,
• they receive instruction by a competent person on how to
safely use the product.
Children must not play with the product. Cleaning and user
maintenance must not be done by children unless they are
aged 8 or older and are supervised.
Always disconnect the appliance from the mains supply socket
if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or
cleaning.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer,itsserviceagentorsimilarlyqualiedpersonsin
order to avoid a hazard.
!Never use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is for
household use only. Do not use this appliance outdoors.
!Always ensure that hands are dry before handling the plug or switching on the
appliance.
!Always use the appliance on a stable, secure, dry and level surface.
!This appliance must not be placed on or near any potentially hot surfaces (such as a
gas or electric hob).
!Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any other
liquid.
!Never let the power cord hang over the edge of a work top, touch hot surfaces or
become knotted, trapped or pinched.
!Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or if there are any visible signs of
damage.
!Never use any accessory or attachment not recommended by the manufacturer.
!Make sure that all attachments are securely and correctly tted before operating the
appliance.
!The blades and cutting accessories have very sharp edges. Take care when handling
or cleaning them.
!Allow moving parts to come to a stop before changing or cleaning accessories.
!Never process hot or boiling liquids. Allow them to cool before processing.
!We do not recommend that you use your blender in a non-stick pan to avoid damaging
the pan.

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before using your appliance
Ensure that the appliance is switched off and unplugged from the supply socket
if it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
The blades and cutting accessories have very sharp edges. Take care when
handling or cleaning them.
Never immerse any part of the appliance or power cord and plug in water or any
other liquid.
Never use harsh, abrasive or caustic cleaners to clean this appliance.
1. Remove your hand blender carefully from the box. You may wish to store the
packaging for future use.
2. Check the contents:
• Motor unit
• Blending attachment
• Mixing/measuring beaker
3. Wash all parts that will come into contact with food. Use warm soapy water then rinse
and dry thoroughly.
4. Using a mild detergent solution, wipe the motor unit with a damp cloth. Dry
thoroughly.

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features
1 Hanging loop
Use the loop to hang your blender up when storing.
2 ON button
Press and hold to operate your hand blender at its normal speed.
3 TURBO (high speed) button
Press and hold to operate your hand blender at its highest speed.
4 Motor unit
5 Blending shaft
Stainless steel blending shaft.
6 Mixing/measuring beaker
Mixing/measuring beaker. Dishwasher safe.

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Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.
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the blending attachment
Using the blending attachment
For the most consistent results, food should be processed in small quantities and be cut
into 1 inch cubes before blending.
1. Line up the symbol on the motor unit with the symbol on the blending
attachment and push them together.
2. Twist the motor until the symbol lines up with the symbol. Ensure that the motor
unit and the blending attachment are correctly assembled and securely locked in
position.
3. Insert the blending attachment into the food.
4. Press the ON or TURBO (high speed) button.
When pureeing food, it is important to use enough liquid (juice, milk, cream, broth, etc) to
create a smooth mixture.
• Adjust the consistency of the mixture by adding more liquids or soft solids.
• Don’t use the blending attachment to process meat or cheese.
• The blending attachment can be used directly in a pan though we do not recommend
that you do this in a non-stick pan to avoid damaging the pan.
Do not operate the unit continuously for more than 60 seconds without giving it
a rest period of one minute

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recipes
Chickpea and Vegetable soup - Serves 4
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 medium sized carrots, chopped
• 1 medium sized leek, chopped
• 1 large potato, peeled and chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, nely chopped
• 1 tsp of nely chopped rosemary
• 400ml of vegetable stock
• ½ a teaspoon of sugar
• 1 x 400g of chopped tomatoes
• 1 x 500g jar of passata
• 1 tablespoon of dried mixed Italian herbs
• Salt and pepper
• 410g of chickpeas drained and rinsed
1. Heat the oil in saucepan and cook the carrots, leeks and potatoes for approx 5
minutes, without colouring. Add the garlic and rosemary and cook a further minute.
2. Add the stock, tomatoes, passata, Italian herbs and seasoning and simmer for
approx 25 minutes.
3. Using your hand blender carefully puree until smooth. Keep the blade part of the
blending shaft immersed in the soup to avoid splashing. To avoid damage to the pan,
we do not recommend that you blend soup in a non-stick pan.
4. Once smooth, add the chickpeas and heat through, stirring occasionally. Check the
seasoning.
5. Serve hot with toasted French bread and melted cheese.
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup - Serves 4
• 3 red peppers, de-seeded and halved
• 1 onion, unpeeled and halved
• 4 large plum tomatoes
• 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
• 350ml warm vegetable stock
• 15ml tomato puree
• Salt and pepper
1. Place the peppers (cut side down), onion, tomatoes and garlic on a baking tray.
2. Cook in preheated oven for 30 minutes at 200ºC / 180ºC (fan) / gas mark 4 or until
tender and well browned.
3. Leave the vegetables to cool for 10 minutes then peel them.
4. Place the vegetables and half of the stock into the mixing/measuring beaker and
process until smooth (blend in batches if needed).
5. Place in a pan and add the remaining stock and tomato puree. Bring to the boil and
season to taste.

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Chicken Tikka Marinade
This marinade can be used for chicken, steak, lamb, pork and seafood. Try marinating the
day before for extra avour
Serves 4
• 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and halved
• ½ fresh red chilli (deseeded)
• 15g of fresh ginger, peeled and cut into slices
• 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 200ml of natural yogurt
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon of tomato puree
• 100g of coriander leaves
• Salt and ground black pepper
• 400g of chicken breast
1. Pu all the ingredients (except the chicken) into the mixing/measuring beaker. Use the
blender to puree to a smooth paste.
2. Cut the chicken breast into chunks and place them in a bowl. Pour the paste onto the
chicken and stir so that it is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3. Cook the chicken either under a hot grill, on a barbeque or in your favourite curry
sauce.
4. Delicious served in warm pitta bread with some green salad and our spicy Houmous
dip.
Spicy Houmous
• 1 x 400g tin of chickpeas (drained)
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon of ground coriander
• ½ red chilli (de-seeded)
• 1 ½ cloves of garlic
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 100ml tahini paste
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp water
• Salt and pepper
1. Put all the ingredients into the mixing/measuring beaker and blend until smooth.
2. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Our spicy houmous is perfect for eating with breadsticks, crudités or toasted pitta bread.

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recipes
Mashed Carrot and Swede
This recipe makes a lovely side dish to your favourite roast dinner, why not try adding a
pinch or two of ground cumin before blending for a touch of added spice!
Serves 4 as an accompaniment
• 3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• Half a swede, peeled and cut into chunks (the chunks should be roughly the same
size)
• 30g of unsalted butter
• Salt and pepper
1. Boil the vegetables in lightly salted water for about 30 minutes until they are very
tender. Drain well.
2. Place the vegetables into a container with the butter. Process with your hand blender
in pulses until the vegetables are completely mashed.
3. Season to taste and serve piping hot.
Peachy Mango Smoothie
• 2 ripe peaches
• 1 ripe mango
• ½ a lemon, juiced
• 200ml of white grape juice
• A handful of ice cubes
1. Cut the mango in half and carefully remove the stone. Remove the mango esh and
chop into chunks.
2. Do the same to the peaches.
3. Add the mango, peach, white grape juice and lemon juice into the mixing/measuring
beaker and then blend until smooth.
4. Top up with extra grape juice if required.
5. Pour the smoothie over the ice and enjoy.