Cuisinart SSB1U Quick guide

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SOUP MAKER
recipe ideas

CONTENTS
thai style coconut broth with tiger prawns 37
wild mushroom soup with crème fraîche
& chive drizzle 38
Main Courses
chicken tikka masala 42
chilli con carne 43
creamy pork in white wine & tarragon sauce 44
lamb rogan josh 45
thai green chicken curry 46
tomato & chilli seafood spaghetti 47
Sauces & Pastes
barbecue sauce 50
creamy white wine & tarragon sauce 51
hollandaise sauce 52
red wine sauce 53
rogan josh paste 54
thai green curry paste 55
tikka masala sauce 56
tomato & herb sauce 57
Desserts
walnut & maple syrup tart 60
strawberry & elderflower fool 61
vanilla panna cotta with berry compote 62
brioche bread & butter pudding 63
berry & lime granita 64
Drinks
real hot chocolate 68
vanilla chai latte 69
mojito 70
Conversion Chart 71
Soup Maker Hints and Tips 4
Starters
artichoke crostini topped with goat’s cheese 8
spiced apple chutney 9
thai fish cakes 10
tomato & chilli compote 11
Dips & Dressings
broad bean dip 14
creamy ranch dressing 15
indonesian style chilli & peanut dressing 16
honey & balsamic dressing 17
walnut pesto 18
Soups
broccoli & stilton soup 22
butternut squash soup 23
carrot & coriander soup 24
chicken miso soup with spinach & noodles 25
creamy chicken & thyme soup 26
leek & potato soup 27
minestrone soup 28
parsnip & apple soup with honey 29
pea & ham soup 30
prawn tom yam soup 31
quick & easy scotch broth 32
smoked haddock chowder 33
sweet potato & red pepper soup 34
smokey bacon & red lentil soup 35
tomato & basil soup 36

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SOUP MAKER
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very quick.
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soup.
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- Low is suitable for all browning, frying, sautéing and cooking most foods.
- High is suitable for bringing liquids to boil or for cooking with a very high heat.
- Simmer is for simmering soups and sauces until the vegetables are tender and ready for
blending.
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melting cheese or warming cream that has been added to the end of a recipe.
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cooking, simply put the timer back on, reset the temperature and keep cooking.
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of the Soup Maker and will ensure even cooking without chopping up the ingredients too much.
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remove the measuring cup from the lid and allow built up steam to be released first, to avoid scalding.
Always add ingredients with care during the cooking cycle.
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the heater and then you will be able to blend.
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the blend function, the pulse cannot be used during the cooking process, so turn the heat off before
pulsing.
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room temperature before blending very cold ingredients, which also applies in reverse, rinse a cold
jar with warm water before adding hot ingredients. This will avoid damage to the glass jar.
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Maker.
HINTS AND TIPS

STARTERS

8 9
artichoke crostini
topped with goat’s cheese
Crostini are sliced rounds of bread usually brushed with a little
olive oil, sometimes rubbed with garlic and lightly toasted.
Serves 4-6
Preparation time 5 minutes
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To Ser ve:
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1. Place the artichokes, parsley and garlic in the Soup Maker together with
    

2. Brush the slices of bread with the remaining olive oil and lightly toast on
both sides under a hot grill.
Note:
This recipe uses ready roasted artichokes sold in jars with olive oil. They are
readily available in most supermarkets.
Serving suggestion:
Add a slice of goats cheese to the warm baguettes and top with the artichoke

spiced apple chutney
Dark, sweet and spicy chutney, great for serving with a
ploughman’s lunch or a panini
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 55 minutes











   

2. After 25 minutes stir again and reset the timer for another 30 minutes
and switch the heat to Simmer. Add the raisins for the last 10 minutes
of cooking, through the lid of the Soup Maker. Stir regularly to prevent
sticking. Cool briefly then carefully pour the hot chutney into clean sterile
jars, seal with lids.
3. Label the jars and store in a cool dark place for up to 6 months.

1110
thai fish cakes

entrée or made larger for a mouth-watering main.
Serves 4-6
Preparation time 5 minutes (plus chilling time)
Cooking time 12-15 minutes
   
and roughly chopped)










1. Place the shallots, ginger, garlic, coriander and chilli in the Soup Maker and
Pulse until everything is roughly chopped.
2. Add the fish and soy and Blend again on level 3 until well combined but not
completely smooth.
3. Add the egg white, flour and the lime zest and juice and use the stir function

4. Heat a little oil in a non-stick frying pan, shape your fish cakes to the desired
size and cook in batches. Cook for 3 minutes on each side or until golden
and cooked through.
Serving suggestion:
Add a side of sweet chilli dipping sauce.
tomato & chilli compote
A delicious cupboard standby, which is the perfect
accompaniment to cheeses and cold meats or makes a great

over a warm goats cheese salad.
Makes 2 medium sized jars
(about 450g total)
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 1 hour







1. Place all the ingredients into the Soup Maker. Set the time to 30 minutes
and the temperature to High and cook until the ingredients come to a boil,
then reduce the heat to Simmer until the end of the cycle. After 30 minutes
stir the compote using the stir function and then reset the timer and Simmer
for another 30 minutes, cook until the ingredients are soft and the compote
is thick and syrupy.
2. Cool a little in the Soup Maker and if desired purée on level 1 until completely
smooth.
3. Place into clean and sterile jam jars. Seal with the lid, label and keep in a
cool dark place for 1 month.

13
DIPS &
DRESSING

14 15
broad bean dip
This beautiful vibrant green dip is packed with flavour and makes
a great alternative to traditional hummus made with chickpeas.

beans.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 5 minutes





1. Cook the broad beans in a little boiling water in the Soup Maker for 4-5
minutes on Low. Drain the beans through a sieve and refresh in cold water.
2. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker and Blend until smooth on level
2.
3. Store in the fridge in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Tip:

the outer shell but also the grey thin inner shell on the beans, which

Serving suggestion:
Serve with tortilla chips or toasted pitta bread.
creamy ranch dressing
A lovely fresh dressing to serve with barbecued or grilled fish,
poultry, steaks, and burgers or just spooned over some fresh
salad leaves. Best of all, it’s fat free!
Preparation time 5 minutes







1. Place all the ingredients together in the Soup Maker with seasoning. Blend
on level 4 until smooth.
2. Store in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container

16 17
honey & balsamic
dressing
This is a classic dressing that is perfect for keeping in the fridge.

or watercress, but also lovely used to dress pasta and rice salads.
Preparation time 5 minutes






1. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker together with the seasoning and
Blend on level 4 for 30 seconds until smooth.
2. Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for 3-4 days.
indonesian style
chilli & peanut dressing
This delicious thick sweet and spicy dressing is a great all

chicken, as a tasty dressing for a gado gado salad or as a dip
for crudités.
Serves 4
Preparation time 5 minutes






1. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker and Blend on level 4 until
smooth.


18 1918 19
walnut pesto
A great alternative to the classic basil pesto, perfect stirred into
hot cooked pasta or with some cooked fish or chicken.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes







1. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker together with the seasoning
and Blend on level 4 until smooth.
2. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

21
SOUPS

22 23
broccoli & stilton soup
          
healthier by replacing the double cream with crème fraîche or
creamier by adding more stilton.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 20 minutes










1. Place the butter and olive oil in the Soup Maker. Set the timer to 20 minutes
and melt on the Low heat. After 30 seconds, add the onion and leek and
cook until softened. Stir regularly using the stir function.
2. Add the broccoli, potato and stock, bring to a vigorous boil on High and
leave for 2 minutes then set the Soup Maker to Simmer until the end of the
cycle or the broccoli is cooked.
3. Once cooked Blend on level 2 until smooth.
4. Add the double cream, season well and finally add the cheese, stir until just
melted, do not allow to boil.
5. Pour the soup between 4 bowls and serve.
butternut squash soup
            
vegetarian option change the chicken stock to vegetable stock.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes









1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add butter and the olive oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion
and garlic, leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the stir button
2 or 3 times.
3. Add the carrot and celery, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.

and bring to a vigorous boil on High, hold the boil for 2 minutes and then

button once or twice to ensure even cooking.
5. Add seasoning to taste and Blend on setting 2.
Serving suggestions:


spicier soup add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

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carrot & coriander soup
     
good quality ingredients, organic carrots and a home made
stock to give a fuller richer flavour.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes







To Serve:


1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the butter and oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion, leave
for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button 2 or 3 times.
3. Add the carrots, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.
4. Add the ground coriander, Stir using the Stir button and cook for a further
minute.
5. Switch the Soup Maker to High, pour in the stock and season. Bring to a
vigorous boil, hold for 2 minutes and then switch to Simmer until the end of
the cycle or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Blend on level 2 until smooth. Stir in the yogurt and reheat on Low, do not
allow to boil.
7. Pour the soup into 4 serving bowls, sprinkle with coriander and serve.
chicken miso soup
with spinach & noodles
         


Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 15-20 minutes







1. Set the Soup Maker to 20 minutes on Simmer. Place the chicken, miso,
ginger, stock and onions in the glass jar. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes.
2. Add the noodles and continue cooking for a further 3-4 minutes at the
same heat setting. Stir in the spinach, cook for a final 1-2 minutes until the
cycle is complete.
3. Serve immediately.
Serving suggestion:


26 27
creamy chicken & thyme soup

ingredients and a home made stock for a fuller richer flavour.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes








         
for best flavour)



1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the groundnut oil and butter to heat and immediately follow with the
chicken, heat for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, then add
the onion and garlic, leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir
button intermittently.
3. Add the leek and carrots, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.
4. Add the potato, stock and thyme and season. Cover, set to High and bring
to a vigorous boil. Switch to Simmer and leave until the end of the cycle.
5. Blend on level 2 until smooth, then stir in the cream and check the
seasoning.
6. Heat on Low for 1-2 minutes.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with some warm crusty bread.
leek & potato soup

you up and make you feel warm on the inside.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 27 minutes









1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 27 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the olive oil and butter to heat and immediately follow with the onion
and garlic, leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button
2 or 3 times.
3. Add the sliced leeks, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.


for 2 minutes and then set the Soup Maker to Simmer for the remainder

evenly.
5. Add seasoning to taste and Blend on level 2.

Tip: 

28 29
minestrone soup
This heart warming soup is a meal in itself, wholesome and
nutritious it’s bound to be a crowd pleaser.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 30-40 minutes












To Serve:

1. Heat half the oil in the base of the Soup Maker on Low. Add the bacon and

aside.
2. Set the Soup Maker to 30 minutes on Low. Add the remaining oil and cook
the onion, garlic, carrot and celery for 3-4 minutes or until starting to soften,
stirring occasionally using the Stir button.
3. Add the tomato purée, tomatoes and stock together with the seasoning.
         
to Simmer and cook to the end of the cycle or until the vegetables are all

4. Set the Soup Maker to 4 minutes on Simmer and add the spaghetti and
beans cook until tender. Stir in the crispy bacon.
Serve the soup in bowls topped with some grated Parmiggiano together with
croutons or some crusty bread.
parsnip & apple soup
with honey

Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 26 minutes




dices




1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 26 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the olive oil to heat and immediately follow with the
onion, leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button
intermittently.
3. Add the parsnips, apples, honey and thyme together with the seasoning
and cook for a further 3-4 minutes, using the Stir button until everything is
coated in honey.
4. Add the stock, set the Soup Maker to High and bring the contents to a
vigorous boil for 2 minutes. Switch to Simmer, cover and cook until the
end of the cycle or the parsnips are tender.
5. Switch off the heat and Blend on level 2 until silky and completely smooth.
Check the seasoning and serve immediately.

30 31
pea & ham soup
This soup uses a classic combination of ingredients and makes
a beautiful vibrant green coloured soup. You could use yellow
split peas in place of the frozen peas for a delicious variation.
Serves 4
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 20-25 minutes









1. Set the Soup Maker to 25 minutes on Low. Add the oil and in 30 seconds
add the bacon and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the onion and leek and sauté
for 4-5 minutes to soften.
2. Set the Soup Maker to High and add the garlic, peas, stock and thyme
and bring to the boil. Add seasoning to taste. Switch to Simmer for the
remainder of cooking time.
3. Turn off the heat and Blend on level 2 until smooth. Check the seasoning
before serving.
prawn tom yam soup
This oriental delight makes a refreshing soup and is an easy
dish to prepare for a Thai themed dinner party.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 6-8 minutes










           

occasionally.
2. Add the prawns and cook for a further 2-3 minutes on Simmer until they
are heated through without becoming tough.
3. Serve in small bowls with the coriander scattered over.

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quick & easy scotch broth
The perfect hearty winter warmer is a comforting dish especially
when paired with a rustic baguette.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 40-50 minutes









1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 30 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion, leave for 60 – 90
seconds until steaming using the Stir button intermittently.
3. Add the turnips, carrots and leek and cook for a further 4-5 minutes, stirring
occasionally.
4. Add the pearl barley, stock and seasoning. Cover and set the Soup Maker
to High. Bring to a vigorous boil for 1 minute and then reduce the setting
to Simmer. Leave until 2 minutes before the end of the cycle and check

barley is not soft add another 10 minutes to the cycle. At 4 minutes before
the end add the seasoning and kale and cook on Simmer for a further 2-4
minutes until the kale is just tender.
5. Blend on level 1 to begin with, then level 2 to finish.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with some toasted Cheddar cheese sandwiches.
smoked haddock chowder
This rich but healthy dish is low fat and rich in omega 3, served
with crusty bread, it is hearty enough for a main meal.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 20-30 minutes











1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 15 minutes and set to Low.
2. Add the butter to heat and immediately follow with the leek and onion,
leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button intermittently.
3. Add the milk, stock and potato and switch to High. Bring to a vigorous boil
then switch to Simmer for the remainder of the cycle.
4. Add the sweetcorn and Stir.
5. Add the haddock and set the timer for a further 15 minutes, and the
temperature to Simmer. Check the haddock at 10 minutes, leave until it is
cooked through.
6. Blend on level 1 or 2.
7. Add the cream and season to taste, heat through and then serve sprinkled
with parsley and a side of fresh crusty bread.

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sweet potato & red pepper
soup
This warm and comforting soup has a wonderful colour and is
very quick and easy to make. Leave the skins on the sweet potato
            
butternut squash in place of the sweet potato for a tasty variation.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25-30 minutes








1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 30 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the olive oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion and garlic,
leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button intermittently.
3. Add the sweet potato, peppers, stock and chillies (if using) into the Soup
Maker. Set to High, bring to a vigorous boil and then set to Simmer and
cook until all the vegetables are soft.
4. Blend on level 2 until smooth. Season and serve.
smokey bacon & red lentil soup
A hearty classic full of flavour and dietary fibre.
Serves 4
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 30 minutes








1. Set the Soup Maker to 30 minutes on Low. Heat the oil in the base and add
the bacon and cook for 2-3 minutes until just crispy.
2. Add the onion and carrots and sauté for 7-8 minutes on Low until the
vegetables soften.
3. Add the stock, lentils and some seasoning and set to High until the soup
reaches a vigorous boil. Set the Soup Maker to Simmer for the remainder

on Simmer.
4. Blend the soup to a smooth consistency on level 2. Stir in the parsley and
check the seasoning.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with some rustic croutons scattered over.

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tomato & basil soup
This summer soup is simple and perfect served as a starter as it

Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes










1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the oil and butter to heat and immediately follow with the onion and
garlic, leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button
intermittently.
3. Add the tomatoes and stir.
4. Add the stock and tomato purée, bring to the boil on High and then switch
to Simmer, Stiring occasionally. Add the basil, Stir and then Blend the soup
on level 1 until smooth.
5. Stir in the cream and heat through on Low, do not allow to boil.
6. Pour the soup between 4 bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve
with fresh crusty bread.
thai style coconut broth
with tiger prawns
            
warmer.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 10-15 minutes


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1. Set the Soup Maker to 4 minutes on Low.
2. Add the oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion, ginger and garlic,
leave for 60 – 90 seconds until steaming using the stir button intermittently.
3. Add the paste and cook for a further 1-2 minutes.
4. Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce and sugar.
5. Blend the soup on level 1 until smooth then cover and cook gently on the
Low setting for 4-5 minutes.
6. Set the Soup Maker to 9 minutes on Simmer.
7. After 5 minutes add the prawns and cook until the timer sounds.
8. Stir in the basil and serve immediately.