Cuisinart GC-17N User manual

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Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro GC-17N
INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Recipe
Booklet
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Important SafeguardS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons,
DO NOT IMMERSE CORD OR PLUG in water or other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning
appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been damaged in
any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart®Repair
Center for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart
may result in fire, electrical shock, or risk of injury to persons.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near hot gas or electric burners, or in a heated
oven.
11. Unplug the unit when finished using.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. Extreme caution must be exercised when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
14. To disconnect, turn temperature control dial to Off setting, then
remove plug from wall outlet.
15. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD DO
REPAIRS.
SaVe tHeSe InStruCtIonS
for HouSeHoLd uSe onLY
SpeCIaL Cord Set InStruCtIonS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer
extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the
extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or animals, or tripped over.
ContentS
Important Safeguards.................................... 2
Parts and Features...................................... 3
Before the First Use, Assembly Instructions .................. 3
Operating Instructions ................................... 4
User Maintenance ...................................... 6
Cleaning, Care and Maintenance........................... 6
Warranty ...............................................6

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partS and featureS
1. Base – Elegant brushed stainless steel.
2. Reversible die-cast grill/griddle plate – Extra-large 9½" x 16"
nonstick cooking surface. One side is a grill surface; the other side
is a griddle surface.
3. 10-piece kebab skewer set
4. 10-piece hot dog roller set
5. Two pull-out kebab drawers with handles
6. Drip cup – Collects grease from grill/griddle.
7. Temperature control dial – Off, Low, Medium, High positions.
8. Kebab motor control switch
9. BPA-Free – All parts that come in contact with food are BPA-Free
before tHe fIrSt uSe
Remove all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers
from your Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro. Be sure all parts (listed in,
Parts and Features) of your new appliance have been included
before discarding any packaging materials. You may want to keep the
box and packing materials for use at a later date.
Before using your Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro for the first time,
remove any dust from shipping by wiping the base and temperature
control dial with a damp cloth.
Thoroughly clean both sides of the reversible grill/griddle plate, as well
as the drip cup, kebab drawers, skewers and hot dog rollers.
The grill/griddle plate, skewers, hot dog rollers, heat shield, drip cup
and kebab drawers can be handwashed or placed in the dishwasher
for cleaning.
Never place the housing in water. Always use a damp cloth to clean
these parts.
aSSembLY InStruCtIonS
1. Place base on a clean, flat surface where
you intend to cook.
2. One end of the base has an opening
provided for the drip cup. With the metal
spout tilted slightly forward, slide the drip
cup into the base and push in until the tab
is locked (see figure A).
3. Insert kebab drawer
by sliding the top rim
of the back wall of
drawer over the
small round tabs on
either side of
opening. Push
drawer back until
front is securely in place behind round tabs. Push drawer into unit,
A.
C.B.
1.
2.
3.
6.
4.
5.
7.
8.
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lifting it over the retaining bar to secure.
To remove drawer, allow to cool for 30 minutes. Remove all
skewers, then lift drawer up and over the round tabs, and pull it
towards you.
4. The cooking plate has two sides: The grill side with ribbed surface
is intended for grilling steaks, hamburgers, chicken, seafood and
vegetables. The griddle side with smooth surface is perfect for
frying bacon and eggs, pancakes,
French toast and toasted
sandwiches (see figure C). Choose
the side you intend to cook on and
place the grill/griddle plate on the
base with the chosen side facing
up. It is important that you place the
grill/griddle plate onto the base
correctly. Locate the drip hole on
one end of the grill/griddle plate (see
figure D). Place the grill/griddle plate
onto the base with the drip holes lining
up over the metal drip cup spout on
the left side of the unit. If the grill/
griddle plate is placed on the base
with the drip holes at the wrong end, it
will not sit level.
5. Insert the drawers on the bottom of
the unit under the grill/griddle plate
(see figure E).
6. Plug the cord into a standard electrical
outlet. You are now ready to begin
cooking.
operatIng InStruCtIonS
Once the Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro is
assembled properly and you are ready to begin
cooking, turn the temperature control dial to the
desired temperature setting – High, Medium or
Low (see figure F).
The indicator light on the top of the unit will
illuminate to indicate that the unit is operating
(see figure G). It may take 10 to 12 minutes to
reach operating temperature, depending on the
temperature level that has been selected. The
temperature control dial is used to set and
maintain the temperature of the cooking
surface. Temperatures range from about 250°F
on the Low setting, 375˚F on the Medium
setting to 450°F on the High setting. You can
vary the setting of the temperature control dial at any time during
cooking, and may wish to do so depending on the types of foods on
the grill/griddle plate. Refer to the Cooked Food Temperature Chart
on page 3 of the recipe booklet for recommendations.
CAUTION: Handles will become hot during use. Always use a pot
holder when touching any part of the unit when cooking. The grill/
griddle plate should not be removed from the base or flipped over while
hot. Allow unit to cool down for at least 30 minutes before handling.
NOTE: The first time you use your Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro, it
may have a slight odor and smoke a bit. This is normal and common
to appliances with a nonstick surface.
Reversing grill/griddle plate
over to use reverse side
1. Turn temperature control dial to Off setting.
2. Unplug appliance from wall outlet.
3. Allow unit to cool down completely (at least 30 minutes).
4. Carefully slide out the drip cup by pressing down on the tab, and
E.
F.
G.
D.
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gently pull out the cup to dispose of its contents
(see figure H). Clean cup and replace in base.
(See Cleaning and Care, page 6.)
5. Thoroughly clean grill/griddle plate. (See
Cleaning and Care.)
6. Flip the plate over, and return to base.
7.
Make sure that drip hole in plate lines up over
drip cup (see figure H).
8. Reconnect the plug into a standard
electrical outlet.
Using the kebab feature
1. Assemble the unit with the grill/griddle
plate, kebab drawers, and drip cup in their
proper positions. Note: grill/griddle plate
must be on unit when using kebab feature.
Please keep in mind that it is very hot when
the unit is operating.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to desired
temperature and preheat for approximately
10 to 12 minutes.
3. Prepare food according to your favorite
kebab recipe and slide pieces onto
skewers.
4. Pull drawers to open. Place skewers into
the skewer slots so the star-like shape at
the end of each handle is inserted into a
gear slot in the front end of the kebab
drawer. Close drawer
securely.
Note: If using large
cubes of meat or
seafood, you may
only be able to cook
six kebabs at once.
5. Press the kebab control switch to ON. The
switch light will illuminate to let you know
kebabs are rotating.
6. To check to see if kebabs are cooked,
press the kebab control switch to stop
skewers from turning and remove a kebab
with a potholder. If more time is needed
replace the skewer and press the kebab
control switch to resume cooking.
Using the hot dog feature
1. Assemble the unit with the grill/griddle plate, kebab drawers, and
drip cup in proper positions. Note: The grill/griddle plate must be
on unit when using hot dog feature. Please keep in mind that it is
very hot when the unit is operating.
2. Turn the temperature control dial to desired temperature and
preheat for approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
3. Assemble the hot dog rollers by slipping the
kebab skewers through the holes in each
end of the hot dog roller caps.
4. Pull drawers to open. Place skewers with
hot dog rollers into the skewer slots so the
star-like shape at the end of each handle is
inserted into a gear slot in the front end of
the kebab drawer.
5. Using tongs,
position the hot
dogs in between two
of the hot dog
rollers. Four hot
dogs will fit over
each of the drawers.
Close drawer securely.
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Using kebab, hot dog and/or grill-griddle feature together
You may use different cooking features simultaneously. Follow
instructions on page 4-5
uSer maIntenanCe
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griddle plate. Instead, use only wooden or heat-proof plastic
utensils.
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plate.
• Afterusing,scrapeexcessfoodbuildupthroughdripholeandinto
drip cup, then wipe off any residue with a paper towel before
proceeding with next recipe.
CLeanIng, Care and maIntenanCe
CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT HAS
COOLED DOWN COMPLETELY.
Once you have finished cooking, turn the temperature control dial
to the Off position and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
Allow the unit to cool down for at least 30 minutes before handling.
Dispose of grease from the kebab drawers and drip cup once cooled.
The kebab drawers and drip cup can be cleaned by hand or in the
dishwasher.
The grill/griddle plate can be washed by hand, using a soft sponge or
cloth and hot water. It may be washed in the dishwasher, as well.
Do not use metal objects such as knives or forks for cleaning the grill/
griddle plate. Do not use a scouring pad for cleaning. The nonstick
coating can be damaged.
If you have been cooking seafood, wipe the grill/griddle plate with
lemon juice to prevent the seafood flavor from transferring to the next
recipe.
The drip cup, kebab drawers, skewers and hot dog rollers may be
submerged in water or washed in the dishwasher.
The housing base, and temperature control dial can be wiped clean
with a soft, dry cloth. For tough stains, dampen cloth. Never use
abrasive cleaners or harsh pads.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service
representative.
Storage
Always dry and assemble your Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro before
storing. Ensure that the base, grill/griddle plate and kebab drawers are
correctly positioned. The power cord can be wrapped around the back
of the base for storing.
WarrantY
LImIted tHree-Year WarrantY
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if
you own a Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro that was purchased at retail
for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required
under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other
commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro will be free of
defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3
years from the date of original purchase.
We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com for a
fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However,
product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to
maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the warranty
benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of purchase date, the
purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of
manufacture.
If your Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro should prove to be defective
within the warranty period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary,
replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply call our toll-free number,

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1-800-726-0190, for additional information from our Customer Service
Representatives or send the defective product to Customer Service at
Cuisinart, 7811 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307.
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose
$10.00 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 handling of any Cuisinart
product that is being returned, we recommend you use a traceable,
insured delivery service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for
in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us. Lost
and/or damaged products are not covered under warranty.
Please be sure to include your return address, daytime phone number,
description of the product defect, product model number (located on
bottom of product), original date of purchase, and any other
information pertinent to the product’s return.
Your Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro has been manufactured to the
strictest specifications 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.
This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so
these exclusions may not apply to you.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents
have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store
where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart
products of the same type.
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 consumer’s 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.
California residents may also, according to their preference, return
nonconforming products directly to Cuisinart for repair, or if necessary,
replacement, by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at
1-800-726-0190.
Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement,
and shipping and handling for such products under warranty.
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1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
1 pound cake (about 11 ounces), cut into 10 slices
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
½ cup heavy cream, chilled
½ teaspoon granulated sugar
1. Preheat the Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro, fitted with the grill
plate, to Medium.
2. While the grill is preheating, put the strawberries into a medium
mixing bowl with sugar, salt and mint; toss to combine.
3. Once the grill has preheated, for about 10 minutes, spoon the
strawberry mixture onto the grill plate. Cook, tossing occasionally,
for about 2 minutes, until softened and fragrant. Remove and
reserve, scraping as much of the sugar off of the grill plate as
possible.
4. While the strawberries are cooking, brush the pound cake with the
softened butter. Place on the hot grill plate and cook about 1½ to 2
minutes per side, until medium grill marks are achieved.
5. While the pound cake is grilling, prepare the whipped cream.
Put the cream and sugar into a chilled mixing bowl. Using a
Cuisinart®Hand Mixer, whip the cream to medium-stiff peaks.
Reserve.
6. To assemble: Top the grilled pound cake with the whipped cream
and then finish with the strawberries.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 208 (57% from fat) • carb. 21g • pro. 2g • fat 13g • sat. fat 8g
• chol. 97mg • sod. 154mg • calc. 27mg • fiber 1g

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1. Preheat the Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
plate, to Medium.
2. While the grill is preheating (about 10 minutes), combine the flour,
cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and granulated sugar in a
medium bowl. Stir with a whisk to blend.
3. Combine the buttermilk, eggs, 3 tablespoons of melted butter and
vanilla extract. Whisk to combine. Add the buttermilk/egg mixture
to the dry ingredients and stir until just blended. Do not overmix.
4. Using a ¼- to ¹∕³-cup measure, drop batter onto the preheated
griddle plate. Cook pancakes until bubbles form, about 3 to 4
minutes; flip and cook until done, about 3½ minutes longer.
5. While the griddle cakes are cooking, prepare the bananas. In a
small mixing bowl, mix the butter and light brown sugar together
until well combined. Add bananas and toss to coat. Thread evenly
onto skewers and fit as instructed on page 5 of the instruction
booklet (these can cook concurrently with griddle cakes.
Start them after the first round of cakes). Cook until just softened,
about 10 to 15 minutes.
6. Slice cooked bananas and serve on top of griddle cakes. For extra
indulgence, dollop some freshly whipped cream and drizzle with
chocolate sauce.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 12 servings):
Calories 172 (39% from fat) • carb. 21g • pro. 5g • fat 8g • sat. fat 4g
• chol. 69mg • sod. 269mg • calc. 38mg • fiber 1g
Grilled Fruit
Grilled fresh fruit makes a wonderful base for vanilla ice cream.
You may drizzle it with a little rum or liqueur and add a sprinkling of
chopped toasted nuts for a grilled fruit sundae.
Makes 6 to 8 servings
½ medium fresh pineapple, peeled, cored,
cut into ½- to ¾-inch slices*
2 bananas, halved and then cut into 4 pieces
1 large peach, pitted and quartered
1 mango, peeled, pitted and cut into 4 pieces
water (enough to cover the fruit)
juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
pinch ground cinnamon
1. Put the fruit into a large mixing bowl. Add enough water to the bowl
to fully cover the fruit. Stir in the lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate
for 20 to 30 minutes.
2. While the fruit is chilling, prepare the cinnamon butter. Stir the
butter and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Reserve.
3. Ten minutes before the fruit has completed soaking, preheat the
Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro, fitted with the grill plate, to High.
4. Remove the fruit from the lemon water and pat dry. Brush both
sides of the fruit with the cinnamon butter.
5. The peach should take about 2½ to 3½ minutes to grill. The
pineapple and mango should take about 2½ minutes. The bananas
only take about 1 to 1½ minutes. When grilling the fruit, carefully
flip half-way through cooking, As always with fruit, cooking times
vary depending on the ripeness of the fruit.
*Many grocery stores sell peeled and cored pineapples in the produce
section.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 8 servings):
Calories 87 (29% from fat) • carb. 16g • pro. 1g • fat 3g • sat fat 2g
• chol. 8mg • sod. 1mg • calc. 9mg • fiber 2g
Grilled Strawberry Shortcakes
A great dessert for the summer months and it only takes 15 minutes.
Makes 10 servings
1 pound strawberries, hulled and halved
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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finely chop. Add ketchup, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime
juice and oil and pulse so that all ingredients are combined.
2. Pour marinade over bok choy and stir to mix. Let bok choy marinate
for about 10 minutes.
3. While bok choy is marinating preheat the Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill
Centro, fitted with the grill plate, to Medium.
4. After the 10 minutes has elapsed, place the bok choy on the grill
cut side down. Grill 4 to 5 minutes per side, until grill marks are
visible and bok choy is cooked through.
5. Pour any remaining marinade over grilled bok choy and serve.
Nutritional Information per serving:
Calories 69 (23% from fat) • carb. 13g • pro. 2g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 982mg • calc. 114mg • fiber 2g
Sushi Rice Cakes
Makes 8 cakes
¹∕³cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 cups cooked sushi rice (cooked from about
1½ cups rice), warm
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon chopped ginger
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1. Preheat the Cuisinart®Griddler®Grill Centro, fitted with the griddle
plate, to Medium.
2. Put the rice vinegar, sugar and salt into a small saucepan. Heat just
until salt and sugar are dissolved. Once dissolved, pour mixture
over warm rice and mix together well. Stir sesame oil, ginger and
green onions into rice.
3. Divide rice evenly into 8 separate mounds using a ½-cup measuring
cup. With slightly dampened hands, form each into a flattened,
round disc.
4. Rub the vegetable oil evenly over the griddle plates. Place rice
cakes on the griddle and brown each side, about 6 to 7 minutes
per side.
5. Serve with grilled bok choy (see page 14) or serve alongside a soy
dipping sauce.
Nutritional Information per cake:
Calories 130 (2% from fat) • carb. 31g • pro. 3g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 291mg • calc. 3mg • fiber 1g
Desserts
Chocolate Griddle Cakes with Bananas
Always a perfect match, this chocolate and banana pairing
is a delicious way to end a meal.
Makes ten to twelve servings
1½ cups unbleached, all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder, sifted
¾ teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup granulated sugar
1¼ cups buttermilk
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
to room temperature
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
2 to 3 firm bananas, each cut into 6 pieces