Cuisinart CPB-300C Service manual

INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
SmartPowerTM Portable Compact Blending/Chopping System CPB-300C
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base of
blender in water or other liquids.
3. This appliance should not be used by or near children or individuals
with certain disabilities.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off
parts, and before cleaning or removing contents from blender jar or
cup. Never put hands into the blender jar or cups, or handle the
blades with appliance plugged in.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to Cuisinart service facility for examination, repair,
and/or mechanical or electrical adjustment.
7. The use of attachments, including canning or ordinary jars not
recommended or sold by Cuisinart, may cause fire, electric shock, or
risk of injury to persons.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of counter or table or touch hot
surfaces.
10. Keep hands and utensils out of jar while blending, to reduce the
risk of severe injury to persons or damage to blender itself. A
rubber or plastic spatula may be used but must be used only when the
blender is turned off.
11. When blender is in Standby mode, and the LED lights are flashing or
glowing, do not touch cutting assembly, interfere with blade movement,
or remove blender jar cover. Accidentally touching a speed button may
activate the blender.
12. BLADES ARE SHARP. HANDLE CAREFULLY.
13. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting assembly on base unless
the blender jar, chopper cup or travel cups are properly attached.
14. Always operate blender jar with the cover in place.
15. Never leave your blender unattended while running.
16. Twist on vessel firmly. Injury can result if moving blades accidentally
become exposed.
17. Do not use an extension cord with this unit. Doing so may result in fire,
electric shock, or personal injury.
18. Wash the blender jar, chopping cup, travel cups, cutting assemblies
and lids/cover before first use.
19. Keep hands and utensils away from cutting blade while chopping food
to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the food
chopper. A scraper may be used but only when the food chopper is not
running.
20. Do not blend hot liquids in the travel cups or chopping cup.
21. Be certain cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance.
22. Do not attempt to bypass the interlock system that powers the unit on.
23. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR
FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE
ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
24. WARNING: FLASHING LIGHT INDICATES BLENDER IS READY TO
OPERATE. DO NOT TOUCH BLADES.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug
in any way.
Maximum rating of 350 watts is based on the jar attachment that draws the
greatest power. Other recommended attachments may draw significantly
less power.
This appliance comes with a thermal resettable fuse feature to prevent
damage to the motor in the case of extreme overload. Should the unit shut
off unexpectedly, unplug it and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before
continuing (see “Operating and Safety Tips,” on page 7).

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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart®SmartPowerTM Portable
Compact Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking.
2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top of
packaging material. Next, remove top pulp tray.
3. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside.
4. Remove blender jar, chopping cup and travel cups and set aside.
Before using for the first time: Wash all parts according to the Cleaning and
Maintenance section on page 7 of this booklet to remove any dust or
residue.
To assemble the blender, follow the Assembly instructions on page 4 of this
instruction booklet. Replace all packaging materials in the box and save the
box for repackaging.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Quick Reference Guide/Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Blender Jar Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Travel Cup Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Chopping Cup Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Operating and Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. 32-oz. (945ml) BPA-free easy-grip blending jar with cover and
pour lid
has a unique, sturdy design for all your blending needs. Lid fits on top
with a 1-oz. (30ml) measured pour lid.
2. BPA-free chopping cup with lid
handles a variety of food preparation tasks including chopping, grinding
and whipping.
3. Four BPA-free travel cups with lids
allow you to blend for one. Make your favorite drinks: smoothies,
protein, health and diet drinks and more!
4. Two high-quality blade assemblies
are strong enough for all blending, chopping and grinding tasks. They
are self-aligning so that the cups easily fit on the base. Blade
assemblies are interchangeable for desired tasks.
5. Heavy-duty motor base with safety interlock
is sturdy and stable, housing a compact 350-watt powerhouse.
6. 3-function touchpad control with LED indicator lights
is easy to use, read and clean. The blue LED lights clearly indicate what
speed you are using.
7. Slip-proof feet (not shown)
prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks on
countertops or tables.
8. Cord storage (not shown)
keeps countertops safe and neat by conveniently storing excess cord.
Note: Blades are SHARP. Handle carefully.
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2. 5.
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
To activate blender Place vessel tted with blade
assembly onto base
To begin blending Press desired speed
To change speeds Press desired speed
To pulse In Standby mode press Pulse, then press
and release desired speed button as
needed.
To stop blending Press activated speed
Make sure to remove all packaging tape, stickers and
polybags. Wash and dry all parts.
1.
USING THE CHOPPING CUP
Add ingredients into the cup as
recommended in the recipe.
Attach chopping blade assembly to
the cup.
1.
Place cup onto the base.
The unit is now powered
and in Standby mode with
the Power LED illuminated.
Press desired speed. When
done chopping, press the
activated speed to stop.
2.
3. Lift the cup from the
base, unscrew the
blade assembly and
empty the
ingredients.
Place blender base on flat surface
and plug unit into a grounded outlet.
2.
15-Piece Compact Portable Blending/Chopping System
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

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USING THE BLENDER JAR USING THE TRAVEL CUPS
Attach blending blade assembly onto
the bottom of the jar. Add ingredients,
place cover with measured pour lid
onto top of jar.
1.
Place jar onto the base.
The unit is now powered
and in Standby mode with
the Power LED illuminated.
Press desired speed. When
done blending, press the
activated speed to stop.
2.
Lift the jar from the
base, take off lid
and empty the
ingredients.
3.
Add ingredients into the cup as
recommended in the recipe.
Attach blade assembly to the cup.
1.
Place jar onto the base.
The unit is now powered
and in Standby mode with
the Power LED illuminated.
Press desired speed. When
done blending, press the
activated speed to stop.
2.
Lift the cup from the base,
unscrew the blade
assembly and attach the
travel cup lid.
3.

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ASSEMBLY
After washing all parts, please see below for assembly. Place base on flat
surface and plug in.
BLENDER JAR OPERATION
1. With the base unit on the tabletop and unit plugged in, place the
blender jar assembled with the blade assembly onto the base and
secure into place. The unit automatically is activated and in Standby
mode with the red POWER LED light illuminated and flashing.
Note: Blade assemblies are interchangeable based on recipes and
desired end results.
2. Add food ingredients. Replace the cover. You may add more
ingredients by lifting the measured pour lid and dropping ingredients
through the fill area. Replace the pour lid after adding ingredients.
Do no put hands into jar with blender in Standby mode.
Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover upward. Do not
use measured pour lid to remove cover.
3. For continuous blending, press the desired speed. The blue LED light
will illuminate, indicating that the blender is on and running. It is
possible to switch between High and Low speeds by simply pushing
the desired speed button.
4. To pause the blending process, press the activated speed button.
The blending process will stop. The red Standby indicator light will
continue to flash to let you know that the blender is still activated.
To re-engage a function, choose the desired speed.
5. To pulse, push the Pulse button. The blue Pulse indicator light will flash.
Next, push and release the desired speed button. Repeat as needed.
While pulsing, active indicator lights will be lit. The Pulse function can
be used to break apart larger pieces of food. The Pulse function is also
effective for starting the blending process when you do not want
continuous power or processing items that do not require an extended
amount of blending.
6. When you have finished blending, press the activated speed to put unit
in Standby mode. Then, remove the blender jar from the base. Pour out
ingredients. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF. Unplug the unit.
Blender Jar
Assembly
Travel Cup
Assembly
Chopping
Cup Assembly
1. Turn blender jar (a)
upside down.
2. Place blade assembly
(b) on the round
opening of the jar
and turn clockwise
until tightened.
3. Stand jar upright,
place cover with
pour lid in place on
blender jar.
4. Place on blender
base.
1. Place cup on at
surface.
2. Attach blade
assembly on round
opening of the cup
and turn clockwise
until tightened.
3. Place on blender
base.
1. Place cup on at
surface.
2. Attach blade
assembly on round
opening of the cup
and turn clockwise
until tightened.
3. Place on blender
base.

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TRAVEL CUP OPERATION
1. Put food ingredients into the travel cup, and then attach blade
assembly.
Note: Blade assemblies are interchangeable based on recipes and
desired end results.
2. With the base unit on the tabletop and the unit plugged in, place the
assembled travel cup onto the base and secure into place. The unit
automatically activated and in Standby mode, with the red POWER
LED illuminated and flashing.
3. For continuous blending, press the desired speed. The blue LED light
will illuminate, indicating that the blender is on and running. It is
possible to switch between High and Low speeds by simply pushing
the desired speed button.
4. To pause the blending process, press the activated speed button. The
blending process will stop. The red Standby indicator light will continue
to flash to let you know that the blender is still activated. To re-engage
the unit, choose the desired speed.
5. When you have finished blending, press activated speed to put in
Standby mode. Remove the travel cup from the base. Unplug the unit.
6. Turn cup right side up, turn blade assembly counterclockwise to
remove. Attach travel cup lid by twisting clockwise.
CHOPPING CUP OPERATION
1. Put food ingredients into chopper cup, filling it to a maximum of
one-quarter of its capacity, then attach blade assembly.
Note: Blade assemblies are interchangeable based on recipes and
desired end results.
2. With the base unit on the tabletop and the unit plugged in, place the
assembled chopper cup onto the base and secure into place. The unit
automatically activated and in Standby mode with the red POWER LED
illuminated and flashing.
3. To continuously chop, press High or Low speed.
4. To pulse, press Pulse and then desired High or Low speed.
5. When you have finished chopping, press activated speed to put in
Standby mode. Remove the chopping cup from the base. Carefully
remove food with a spatula. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF.
Unplug the unit.
OPERATING AND SAFETY TIPS
• Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that
stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.
• Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.
• Always operate the blender jar with the cover on. Place cover on firmly.
Keep the blender jar cover on the blender jar while blending.
• Don’t put hands inside the blender jar when blender is plugged in.
• Don’t remove blender jar or cups while unit is running.
• Don’t place blade assembly onto motor base without the jar or
cup attached.
• Make sure blade assembly is tightly attached to jar or cups.
• Always remove blade assembly before cleaning.
• Don’t twist blade assembly from blender jar or cups when
removing from motor base. Simply lift jar or cups from motor
base.
• Use a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender is
turned off. Do not use any utensil inside the blender while motor is on.
• Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the jar, cup or
cutting assembly.
• Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar.
• Don’t overload blender jar or cups. If the motor stalls, turn the blender
off immediately, unplug the unit and let it cool for at least 15 minutes.
Then, remove a portion of the food and continue.
• Don’t blend hot liquids or carbonated beverages in chopper or travel
cups.
• Don’t use any container or accessories not recommended by Cuisinart;
doing so may result in injury.
• To remove jar or cup, lift straight up. Do not twist to remove.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug your Cuisinart®SmartPowerTM Portable Compact Blender
from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The base and parts are made of
corrosion-resistant materials that are easy to clean. Before first use and
after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all parts
before reassembly. DO NOT USE if any part is damaged, or if the jar or
cups are chipped or cracked.
To remove blade assemblies, twist off by turning counterclockwise.

NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF.
CAUTION: Handle the blade assemblies carefully. They are SHARP and
may cause injury. DO NOT attempt to remove blades from cutting assembly.
Wash all parts in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly. All parts are
top rack dishwasher safe.
Tip: You may wish to clean your blending and chopper cutting assemblies
as follows: squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into blender jar or
cups and fill halfway with warm water. Attach blade assembly. Run on Low
for 15 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Carefully disassemble parts
and empty blender jar or cups. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.
Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any residue,
and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in water or other
liquids, or place in a dishwasher.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service
representative.
WARRANTY
LIMITED THREE-YEAR
WARRANTY
We warrant that this Cuisinart product will be free of defects in material or
workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original
purchase. This warranty covers manufacturer’s defects including
mechanical and electrical defects. It does not cover damage from consumer
abuse, unauthorized repairs or modifications, theft, misuse, or damage due
to transportation or environmental conditions. Products with removed or
altered identification numbers will not be covered. This warranty is not
available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. If your
Cuisinart product should prove to be defective within the warranty period,
we will repair it or replace it if necessary. For warranty purposes, please
register your product online at www.cuisinart.ca to facilitate verification of
the date of original purchase or keep your original receipt for the duration of
the limited warranty. If the appliance should become defective within the
warranty period, do not return the appliance to the store.
Please contact our Customer Service Centre:
Toll-free
phone number: 1-800-472-7606
Address: Cuisinart Canada
100 Conair Parkway
Woodbridge, Ont. L4H 0L2
Email: [e-mail]
Model: CPB-300C
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please
enclose:
• $10.00 for shipping and handling of the product (cheque
or money order)
• Return address and phone number
• Description of the product defect
• Product date code*/copy of original proof of purchase
• Any other information pertinent to the product’s return
* Product date code can be found on the underside of the base of the
product. The product date code is a 4 or 5 digit number. Example, 90630
would designate year, month & day (2009, June 30th).
Note: We recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery service for
added protection. Cuisinart will not be held responsible for in-transit
damage or for packages that are not delivered to us.
To order replacement parts or accessories, call our Customer Service
Centre at 1-800-472-7606.
For more information, please visit our website at
www.cuisinart.ca
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SmartPowerTM Portable Compact Blending/Chopping System
Recipe Booklet

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDES
You’ll find many easy ways to prepare savoury, healthful drinks, sauces and more with your Cuisinart®SmartPowerTM Compact Portable
Blending/Chopping System. The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favourites as well as some creative combinations that
are sure to please your friends and family.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE – FOOD AND DRINK CHART
Food Blade Vessel Instruction
Baby Food (cooked vegetables) Blending Chopping Cup or Blender Jar Using VERY soft, cooled steamed vegetables and 1 to 3 tablespoons
(15-45 ml) of steaming liquid; run on Low until smooth.
Baby Food (raw fruits) Blending Chopping Cup, Travel Cup or
Blender Jar
Pulse on High and then run on Low until smooth.
Bread Crumbs Blending Chopping Cup or Blender Jar Pulse and then run on High. One slice for chopping cup;
two slices for travel cup; three slices for blender jar.
Chopping Citrus Blending Chopping Cup Run on High with a small amount (1 to 2 pinches) of sugar.
Maximum three 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces of citrus peel.
Cookie Crumbs Blending Blender Jar Pulse on High. Use ¾ cup (175 ml) of 1-inch (2.5 cm) cookie pieces
60 ml maximum.
Frozen Cocktails Blending Blender Jar Run on High.
Garlic Blending Chopping Cup Run on High.
Graham Cracker Crumbs Blending Chopping Cup, Travel Cup or
Blender Jar
Pulse on High. Two full sheets for chopping or travel cup;
four full sheets for blender jar.
Hard Cheeses Grinding Chopping Cup Pulse 3 to 4 times to desired end result. Maximum 60 ml
(½-inch cubes; 1.25 cm).
Ice Blending Travel Cup or Blender Jar Pulse on High.
Nuts (butters) Grinding Chopping Cup 3 to 6 quick pulses on High to break up, then run on Low until desired
consistency, scraping down cup as needed. ⁄cup (75 ml) maximum.
Nuts (chopped) Grinding Chopping Cup Quick pulse on High until desired consistency. No more than ⁄cup (75
ml) maximum.
Salad Dressings Blending Travel Cup or Blender Jar Run on Low.
Seeds Grinding Chopping Cup Pulse on High.
Smoothies/Shakes/Health Drinks Blending Travel Cup or Blender Jar Run on High.
Soups Blending Blender Jar Run on Low.
Spices Grinding Chopping Cup Quick pulses on High to break up, then run on High.
Whipped Cream Blending Travel Cup or Blender Jar Run on Low, 15 to 30 seconds. Half cup maximum.
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BLENDER JAR – TIPS AND HINTS
• Add liquid ingredients first, then, follow with solid
ingredients. This will provide more consistent blending and
prevent unnecessary stress on the motor.
• It is recommended that most foods be cut into ½ to 1-inch
(1.25 cm - 2.5 cm) pieces to achieve the most uniform
result.
• For best results in the fastest time, pulse a few times
before running continuously. Pulses should be short bursts
with about 1 second in between each one to allow the
blade to stop rotating between pulses.
• If you want to add ingredients during the blending process,
remove the pour lid and drop or pour ingredients through
the opening at the top.
• To crush ice, put no more than 1 tray of standard ice cubes
(12 to 14 cubes) into the blender jar at one time. Pulse on
High until uniformly crushed.
• When making hot soups, add a small amount of the hot
liquid to the blender jar first, and then follow with some of
the solids. Pulse ingredients and then run on Low. You can
always thin it out more by carefully adding liquid through
the opening at the top of the cover.
• If food sticks to the sides of the jar when blending, stop the
blender, carefully scrape down the food, replace cover and
pulse in short bursts to combine.
• When blending thicker mixtures, lightly hold down top of
blender jar to prevent jumping.
• Do not attempt to mash white potatoes or knead bread
dough in the blender.
TRAVEL CUPS – TIPS AND HINTS
• When using the travel cup, ingredients are put in the
reverse order of the blender jar. Always put the hardest
ingredients into the travel cup first (ice cubes, frozen fruit)
and finish with the softer ingredients and liquids.
• It is recommended that most foods be cut into ½-inch to
1-inch pieces (1.25 cm - 2.5 cm) to achieve the most
uniform result.
• For best results in the fastest time, pulse a few times
before running continuously. Pulses should be short bursts
with about 1 second in between each one to allow the
blade to stop rotating between pulses.
• To crush ice, put as many as 6 ice cubes into the travel cup
at one time. Pulse on High until uniformly crushed.
• If food sticks to the sides of the cup when blending, stop
the blender, carefully scrape down the food, replace cover
and pulse in short bursts to combine.
• When blending thicker mixtures, lightly hold down top of
travel cup to prevent jumping.
• After blending, flip the travel cup over so that the blade
assembly is on the top. Gently tap the cup on the counter
a few times to prevent any spillage. Remove the blade
assembly and replace with one of the provided lids.
• All beverage recipes in the booklet are portioned for the
travel cup. If you wish to make more servings, simply
double the recipe and prepare in the blender jar. Be sure to
reverse the order of ingredients when doing so.
CHOPPING CUP – TIPS AND HINTS
• It is recommended that most foods be cut into ½ to 1-inch
pieces (1.25 cm - 2.5 cm) to achieve a more uniform result.
• Do not overload the cup; you will get inconsistent results
and possibly harm the motor or blade. Please refer to the
food chart on page 10 for maximum amounts.
• Due to the powerful motor in the unit, it is recommended
to lightly hold down the top of the chopping cup with one
hand during use.
• For best results in the fastest time, pulse a few times
before running continuously. Pulses should be short bursts
with about 1 second in between each one to allow the
blade to stop rotating between pulses.
• Results are usually achieved in seconds rather than min-
utes, so keep a close eye on the foods to prevent over-
processing.
• When grinding nuts, use quick pulses on High. Pulse to
achieve chopped nuts.
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• To make nut butters, we recommend using no more than
1.25 ml of nuts. Always pulse on High first, remove cup
from base and lightly tap to knock the food down from
the side walls of the cup. Return to base and process on
Low, scraping down as necessary if the nuts are not being
brought into the blade.
It should take no more than 1½ minutes to achieve a butter.
This method works for all nuts, from almonds to pecans to
peanuts.
• To make baby food, process 250 ml of very soft steamed
vegetables with 15-45 ml of the steaming liquid.
The amount of liquid depends on the type of vegetable
that you are processing. For example, denser vegetables
like carrots require about 45 ml, while softer vegetables
like broccoli require only 15 ml. Always run on Low. Always
allow baby food to cool.
• To process soft fruits for baby food, again use 250 ml at
a time. No water is needed with most fruits, but if you are
having trouble processing, add 5 ml of water at a time.
• The chopping cup with the grinding blade provides you
with the perfect tool for grinding nuts and seeds for many
different applications. Grind flax seeds or almonds and put
them into the travel cup with your smoothie ingredients for
added protein. See our recipes for some guidelines.
• After chopping/blending, flip the chopping cup over so that
the blade assembly is on the top. Gently tap the cup on the
counter a few times to prevent any spillage. Either use the
food right away or cover with the provided storage lid to
use at another time.
ALL THE FOLLOWING DRINK RECIPES CAN
EASILY BE DOUBLED AND PREPARED IN THE
BLENDER JAR.
Breakfast Shake for the Road
Nutrition in a cup! Make this smoothie in the morning
for breakfast on the road.
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) flax seeds
3 frozen strawberries
½ banana, broken into 3 pieces
½ cup (125 ml) blueberries
¾ cup (175 ml) lowfat vanilla yogurt
½ cup (125 ml) orange peach mango juice
1. Put flax seeds into the chopping cup fitted with the grinding blade.
Run on High for 15 to 20 seconds to finely grind. Reserve.
2. Put remaining ingredients, in order listed, into the travel cup and top with the
ground flax seeds. Fit with the blending blade.
3. Run on High until smooth, about 20 to 25 seconds.
4. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (16 ounces; 470 ml):
Calories 349 (12% from fat) • carb. 68g • pro. 11g • fat 5g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 11mg • sod. 121mg • calc. 304mg • fiber 6g
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Immune Support Smoothie
When you’re feeling run-down, this smoothie is a great pick-me-up!
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
¼ cup (75 ml) frozen strawberries
¼ cup (75 ml) frozen blackberries
¹∕³cup (75 ml) mango, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
¼ cup (50 ml) seedless grapes (red or green)
¹∕³cup (75 ml) papaya (cut into ½-inch pieces; 1.25 cm)
1 kiwi, cut into 4 pieces
½ tablespoon (7 ml) wheat germ
½ tablespoon (7 ml) flax seed oil
½ cup (125 ml) pomegranate juice
1. Put ingredients into the travel cup in order listed. Fit with the blending blade.
2. Run on High until smooth, about 20 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (16 ounces; 470 ml):
Calories 314 (21% from fat) • carb. 63g • pro. 3g • fat 8g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 14mg • calc. 71mg • fiber 8g
Tropical Vitamin C Smoothie
A delicious way to get your daily vitamin C.
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
½ cup (125 ml) frozen strawberries
½ cup (125 ml) frozen mango
½ cup (125 ml) 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubed papaya
(about ¼ large papaya)
½ cup (125 ml) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
½ cup (125 ml) orange juice
1. Put ingredients into the travel cup in order listed. Fit with the blending blade.
2. Run on High until smooth, about 30 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (16 ounces; 470 ml):
Calories 188 (2% from fat) • carb. 47g • pro. 2g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 10mg • calc. 57mg • fiber 6g
Power Blast Protein Smoothie
Nuts give your smoothie added protein.
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
2 tablespoons (30 ml) raw nuts
¼ cup (50 ml) frozen peaches
¼ cup (50 ml) frozen blueberries
1 banana, quartered
2 tablespoons (30 ml) protein powder
2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey (optional)
¾ cup (175 ml) soy, almond or hemp milk
(cow’s milk may also be used)
½ cup (125 ml) plain or vanilla yogurt
1. Put nuts into the chopping cup fitted with the grinding blade. Run on High for
15 seconds to finely grind. Reserve.
2. Put remaining ingredients into the travel cup and top with the ground nuts.
Fit with the blending blade.
3. Run on High until smooth, about 25 to 30 seconds.
4. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (16 ounces; 470 ml):
Calories 512 (11% from fat) • carb. 92g • pro. 29g • fat 7g • sat. fat 3g
• chol. 15mg • sod. 344mg • calc. 269mg • fiber 5g
Super Veggie Juice
Get your veggies for the day to-go in this quick, fresh vegetable juice.
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
3 to 4 ice cubes
¼ cup (50 ml) cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ red pepper, roughly chopped (about ½ cup; 125 ml)
¼ celery stalk, cut into ½-inch (1.25 ml) pieces
½ cup (125 ml) cucumber, peeled, seeded and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh parsley
¾ cup (175 ml) vegetable juice, low-sodium
1½ teaspoons (7 ml) fresh lime juice (from about ½ lime)
1 to 2 dashes (10 ml) hot pepper sauce, or to taste
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the travel cup. Fit with the
blending blade.
2. Run on High until smooth, about 25 to 30 seconds. If a thinner consistency is
desired, add additional ice cubes, one at a time, through the removable pour
lid.
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3. Adjust seasonings to taste and serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (16 ounces; 470 ml):
Calories 67 (5% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 3g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 134mg • calc. 51mg • fiber 4g
Chai Tea
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
½ teaspoon (2 ml) whole black peppercorns
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) whole cloves
1 whole cinnamon stick
1 star anise pod
2½ cups (625 ml) half-and-half (for a non-dairy version, use
soy milk)
¾ cup (175 ml) water
½ teaspoon (2 ml) pure vanilla extract
1 ½ x ½-inch (1.25 cm x 1.25 cm) piece of fresh ginger, peeled
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) orange zest
6 black tea bags (Darjeeling or Ceylon is recommended)
2 tablespoons (15 ml) honey
1. Put the peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon stick and star anise into the chopping
cup fitted with the grinding blade. Pulse 2 to 3 times to chop on High, and
then process on High until finely ground, about 45 seconds. Reserve.
2. In a small saucepan set over medium-low heat, bring the half-and-half, water,
vanilla and ground spices to a boil. Once mixture comes to a boil, stir in the
ginger and orange zest. Let mixture simmer 10 to 15 minutes. Add the tea
and let simmer 5 to 6 minutes. Strain the mixture, squeezing all of the liquid
out of the tea bags, and then stir the honey into the strained liquid. If serving
as a hot tea, serve immediately.
3. If serving the chai as an iced beverage, first bring the tea to room tempera-
ture. Stir to combine and then fill one standard (12 to 14 cube) ice cube tray
with the chai. Reserve the remaining chai (about ¾ cup; 175 ml) in the refrig-
erator until chai ice cubes are frozen (at least four hours, or overnight).
4. Once chai ice cubes are frozen, put half* of them into the travel cup and then
add the reserved chai. Fit with the blending blade. Run on High for about 25
to 30 seconds, or until homogenous. Serve immediately.
*Keep the remaining chai ice cubes in a resealable plastic bag in the freezer for
the next time.
Nutritional information per serving (16 ounces; 470 ml):
Calories 471 (65% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 9g • fat 35g • sat. fat 22g
• chol. 112mg • sod. 128mg • calc. 355mg • fiber 2g
Café au Lait “Shake”
It’s easy to make delicious and thick coffee beverages at home.
Plan ahead, as you need to make flavoured ice cubes.
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
¾ cup (175 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
1½ cups (375 ml) strongly brewed coffee, divided
1 tablespoon (15 ml) granulated sugar
1. Mix together the cream and ¾ cup (175 ml) of the coffee and pour into one
standard (12 to 14 cube) ice cube tray. Freeze.
2. Put 3* of the frozen cubes into the travel cup with the sugar and the remain-
ing coffee. Fit with the blending blade. Run on High until fully blended, about
20 seconds.
3. Serve immediately. It may be easier to scoop than pour.
*Keep the remaining cream/coffee ice cubes in a resealable plastic bag in the
freezer for the next time.
Nutritional information per serving (16 ounces; 470 ml):
Calories 162 (54% from fat) • carb. 16g • pro. 3g • fat 10g • sat. fat 6g
• chol. 31mg • sod. 40mg • calc. 95mg • fiber 0g
Triple Chocolate Shake
The ultimate chocolate lover’s milkshake.
Makes about 16 ounces (470 ml)
½ cup (125 ml) reduced-fat chocolate milk (if you do not have
chocolate milk on hand, you can substitute regular milk and
then add an additional tablespoon (15 ml) of chocolate syrup)
1½ cups (375 ml) premium chocolate ice cream
2 tablespoons (30 ml) chocolate syrup
1. Put all of the ingredients into the travel cup in the order listed. Fit with the
blending blade.
2. Run on High for about 30 to 45 seconds, or until homogenous.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (8 ounces; 235 ml):
Calories 507 (50% from fat) • carb. 53g • pro. 10g • fat 28g • sat. fat 17g
• chol. 178mg • sod. 145mg • calc. 296mg • fiber 2g
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Creamy Greens Soup
This earthy, nourishing soup is so delicious! Garnish with a dollop of crème
fraîche and a sprig of parsley.
Makes about 4 cups (1 L)
½ tablespoon (7 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter
2 small shallots (about 3 ounces; 90 ml) finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 small leek (about 2 ounces; 60 ml) white part only, sliced
10 ounces (295 ml) kale, hard stems discarded and roughly
chopped
1 bunch Italian parsley, stems reserved for other use and
roughly chopped
½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground black pepper
3 cups (750 ml) vegetable broth
¼ cup (50 ml) heavy cream
1. Put the oil and butter in a large saucepan set over medium heat. Once butter
is melted add the shallots, garlic and leek. Sweat ingredients together so that
they gently sauté but do not pick up any color.
2. Add the kale, parsley, salt and pepper and stir to coat. Add the vegetable
broth and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat so that the soup is just
simmering. Simmer for about 30 minutes. Add the cream and continue
simmering uncovered for an additional 20 to 30 minutes.
3. Separate the solids from the liquids and put the liquids into the blender jar
fitted with the blending blade, followed by half of the solids. Run on Low and
blend for about 10 seconds. Add the remaining solids and increase to High
to thoroughly blend, about 45 seconds. Taste and adjust seasoning accord-
ingly.
Nutritional information per serving (1 cup; 250 ml):
Calories 180 (51% from fat) • carb. 17g • pro. 6g • fat 11g • sat. fat 6g
• chol. 28mg • sod. 731mg • calc. 166mg • fiber 2g
Garden Vegetable Sauce
This all-purpose pasta sauce is a great way
to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Makes about 3 cups (750 ml)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces
1 carrot, cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces
½ cup (125 ml) ½-inch (1.25 cm) cubed eggplant (not peeled)
1 celery stalk, cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces
2 garlic cloves, smashed
½ teaspoon (2 ml) sea or kosher salt, divided
½ teaspoon (2 ml) dried oregano
½ teaspoon (2 ml) dried basil
1 roasted red pepper, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
¼ cup (50 ml) dry white wine
1 tablespoon (15 ml) tomato paste
1 can (28-ounce; 830 ml) diced tomatoes with their juices
pinch freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon (15 ml) granulated sugar
1. Put the oil into a large saucepan set over medium heat. Once oil is hot, add
the onion, carrot, eggplant, celery, garlic and ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) salt. Sauté
ingredients together so that they gently sauté and turn slightly golden.
2. Add the oregano, basil, red pepper and wine. Cook until reduced by at least
half. Add the tomato paste, tomatoes, pepper and sugar. Bring to a boil, then
reduce heat and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, loosely covered. Uncover and
then simmer for an additional 15 to 20 minutes longer to thicken. Turn off
heat and let sit 5 minutes.
3. Strain the solids from the liquids and put ½ cup (125 ml) of the liquid into the
blender jar fitted with the blending blade. Add 2 cups (500 ml) of the cooked
vegetables. Pulse on High 4 times, and then run on High for 20 seconds. Add
an additional ¼ cup (50 ml) of liquid and the remaining vegetables. Pulse on
High 3 more times, and then run for about 15 seconds, or until smooth.
If you prefer a chunky sauce, do not process – rather, pulse until desired
consistency is achieved.
Nutritional information per serving (¼ cup; 50 ml):
Calories 41 (25% from fat) • carb. 7g • pro. 1g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 245mg • calc. 18mg • fiber 2g
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Tahini
A vital ingredient to hummus, this sesame paste is very versatile
and can be used as a base in salad dressings or sauces.
Makes about ¼ cup (50 ml)
½ cup (125 ml) sesame seeds, lightly toasted and cooled
2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
pinch sea salt
1. Put the sesame seeds into the chopping cup fitted with the grinding blade.
Pulse 8 to 10 times on High or until finely ground. Add the olive oil and salt
and pulse 4 to 5 times on High, and then process for 20 to 30 seconds on
Low, or until a paste forms.
2. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon; 15 ml):
Calories 91 (99% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 11g • sat. fat 2g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 76mg • calc. 3mg • fiber 0g
Tahini Vinaigrette
This simple dressing is very thick, but if you prefer it thinner just blend in
some water until desired consistency is achieved.
3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons (30 ml) tahini (see previous recipe)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) sea salt
¹∕8teaspoon (0.5 ml) freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1. Put all of the ingredients, except for the olive oil, into the blender jar fitted
with the blending blade. Pulse 8 to 10 times on High to chop, and then pro-
cess until smooth.
2. With the blender running on Low, slowly add the olive oil through the pour lid
and then process until fully emulsified, about 30 to 40 seconds.
3. If thinning with water, wait until dressing is fully blended, and then add water,
1 tablespoon (15 ml) at a time.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon; 15 ml):
Calories 150 (60% from fat) • carb. 12g • pro. 4g • fat 10g • sat. fat 2g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 75mg • calc. 24mg • fiber 3g
Puréed Carrots for Baby
Making baby food is so simple – isn’t it comforting to know
exactly what your little one is eating?
Makes about 2 cups (500 ml) purée
1 pound (500 g) carrots, peeled and trimmed, cut into
½-inch slices
1. Put sliced carrots into a steamer basket and place in a saucepan filled with
at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water. Place the pan with a tightfitting lid over high
heat. Once the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium. Steam
carrots for at least 45 minutes, until they are completely soft.
2. Put steamed carrots with 1 cup (250 ml) of steaming liquid into the blender
jar fitted with the blending blade. Pulse carrots on low 5 times and then run
on low for about 45 seconds. Scrape jar down with a spatula and blend for
an additional 20 seconds. If a smoother consistency is desired, pulse in
1 tablespoon (15 ml) of cooking liquid at a time to the purée.
3. Allow mixture to cool. Fill ice cube trays or other 1-ounce (30 ml) containers
to freeze or serve immediately. Baby food should be consumed within 2 to 3
days if not freezing.
Nutritional information per serving (1-ounce; 30 ml):
Calories 16 (5% from fat) • carb. 4g • pro. 0g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 26mg • calc. 13mg • fiber 1g
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