Cuisinart Quick Prep CSB-33 Series Operational manual

INSTRUCTION/
RECIPE BOOKLET
Quick Prep®Hand Blender CSB-33 Series
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,
always read the instruction book carefully before using.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base, cord
or plug in water or other liquid. The drive shaft of this appliance has been
designed for submersion into water or other liquids. Never submerge any
other portion of this unit.
2. This appliance should not be used by children. Care should be taken
when used near children.
3. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
4. Keep hands, hair, clothing, and utensils away from blade and mixing
container while operating the Quick Prep®to prevent the possibility of
severe injury to persons and/or damage to the Quick Prep®. A spatula
may be used but must be used only when the unit is not operating. Avoid
contacting moving parts.
5. 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
the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart®authorized service facility for
examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
6. The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by
Cuisinart for this specific model may result in fire, electric shock or per-
sonal injury.
7. Do not use outdoors.
8. Do not let any cord hang over the edge of the table or counter. Do not
let cord contact hot surfaces, including stove top.
9. Do not use on stove. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner, or in a heated oven.
10. Blade is SHARP. Handle carefully.
11. When mixing liquids, especially hot liquids, use a tall container or
make small quantities at a time to reduce spillage and possibility of injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
The Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
Using Your Cuisinart®
Quick Prep®Hand Blender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
Everyday Uses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Techniques for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Cleaning Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Recipe Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8
Recipe Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19
INTRODUCTION
The stick blender has become a kitchen basic, and the Cuisinart®
Quick Prep®Hand Blender is one of the best. An extremely
versatile food preparation appliance, this Cuisinart®Hand Blender
is compact and efficient. It’s designed to handle a variety of basic,
time-consuming tasks like blending, mixing, emulsifying, whipping,
pureeing – even processing bread crumbs – to give you time for
more creative culinary undertakings!
You’ll love what the Quick Prep®Hand Blender can do for your
good health, too. Starting with fresh, nutritious ingredients, you
can puree baby foods, fruits and vegetables. Mash potatoes,
make your own homemade mayonnaise without additives or
preservatives, and prepare healthy after-school snacks and
dips in minutes.
Comfortable, one-handed operation makes all this blending easy,
and Cuisinart’s expertise in engineering food prep tools makes the
results perfect.
Powerful, versatile, and efficient, the Cuisinart Quick Prep®Hand
Blender is the ideal tool for all of your everyday food prep tasks.
NOTICE:
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature.
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THE PARTS
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MOTOR UNIT
(HANDLE)
SHAFT
PROTECTIVE
GUARD
METAL BLADE
2-CUP MIXING CONTAINER
CORD
WRAP
2-SPEED
CONTROL

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
NOTE: Always unplug the Quick Prep®Hand Blender before cleaning
the metal blade.
Before using the Quick Prep®Hand Blender, Cuisinart suggests that you
wipe the unit with a clean, damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust. Place
the metal blade end of the hand blender under running water to rinse it.
Dry thoroughly with a soft absorbent cloth. Read all instructions complete-
ly for detailed operating procedures.
USING YOUR QUICK PREP®
HAND BLENDER
NOTE: Always unplug the Quick Prep®Hand Blender after each use.
Keep out of reach of children.
To prevent splattering, be careful never to remove the Cuisinart®Quick
Prep®Hand Blender from the liquid while in operation.
NOTE: If a piece of food becomes lodged in the guard surrounding
the metal blade, follow the safety instructions noted below:
1. Release the power button and unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.
2. Once the power source has been disconnected, use a spatula to
carefully remove the food lodged in the blade guard. Avoid injury.
The blade is sharp. Do not use your fingers to remove lodged objects.
3. After the lodged food has been removed, plug the unit back into its
power supply and continue processing.
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EVERYDAYUSES:
Food Speed Technique
Baby Foods/Purées
(Vegetables; Fruits;
Cooked Diced Meats
with broth/juices
Batters
Bread Crumbs/Cracker
Crumbs
Compound Butters/
Flavored Cream
Cheese
Mayonnaise/Creamy
Emulsion Dressings
Salad dressings/
Vinaigrettes
Soups/Sauces/Gravies
Whipped Cream
Strong up and down
motion, adding water/milk/
cooking liquid as needed
for texture. Pieces of even
sizes (1/2" or less) will pro-
duce the smoothest results.
Gentle up and down
motion. Begin on Lo,
process on Hi if necessary.
Do not over blend.
Cut/break bread/crackers
into 1/2" pieces, process
no more than 15 at a time.
Place the hand blender just
on top of the bread
cubes/cracker pieces;
pulse on Lo. Stop and
shake container as neces-
sary. Best bread crumb
results with firm bread,
crust removed.
Cut butter/cream cheese
into 1/2" pieces. Let stand
at room temperature 20-30
minutes. Add minced garlic,
herbs, citrus zest to taste
for savory spreads; add
preserves, sugar, honey,
extracts for sweet spreads.
Pulse on Lo, then process
on Hi to blend completely.
Insert hand blender into
ingredients. Run on Lo for
15 seconds, until thickening
begins, then process using
gentle up and down motion
until desired thickness is
reached.
Gentle up and down motion
Gentle up and down
motion. Begin on Lo, then
process on Hi. Place hand
blender in bottom of mixing
beaker, mix on HI -20 sec-
onds, then using gentle up-
and-down motion, mix on
low for 20-30 seconds.
Hi
Lo/Hi
Lo
Lo
Lo
Lo
Lo/Hi
Lo/Hi

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TECHNIQUES FOR USE
For smooth, even, consistent results, foods should be cut into uniform
pieces, 1/2 inch or less. Insert the Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender
into the food to be processed and use a gentle up-and-down action for
blending, mixing and puréeing. For some thicker mixtures, a stronger
motion may be necessary. Always keep the blade below the surface of
liquid/ingredients to prevent spatter. Turn the hand blender off before
lifting it out of the foods you are processing.
As you use your Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender more, you will find
the best method for your favorite recipes.
TO BLEND, MIX OR PUREE
Insert the Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender in the mixture to be
processed. Process on the speed needed to produce optimum results
(use EveryDay Uses and Recipes as a guide). For Shakes/Smoothies,
use the 2-cup mixing container that comes with the hand blender, or a tall
pitcher. To mix instant desserts, use a deep, narrow bowl for best results.
For puréeing, use either the mixing container, an appropriate mixing bowl,
or for soups and hot sauces, use the Quick Prep®Hand Blender right in
the pan. Use this technique to prepare fresh, homemade baby foods from
your family favorites (consult your family physician or pediatrician for
appropriate food recommendations).
TO EMULSIFY
(mayonnaise / vinaigrettes)
Place the ingredients in the 2-cup mixing container or an appropriate
mixing bowl. Insert the Quick Prep®Hand Blender into the mixture and
run on Lo speed for 15 seconds, until the mixture begins to thicken.
Continue to blend, using a slow, gentle up-and-down motion, taking care
not to lift the mixing blades above the top surface of the ingredients to
avoid spatter. Blend until mixture has reached the desired thickness.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Always clean the Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender thoroughly after
each use. Unplug the unit and hold the blade portion of the Quick Prep®
under hot running water to rinse clean. If food particles are not easily
rinsed off the blade area, use a small spatula or brush to remove parti-
cles. Do not use your fingers as the blade is sharp. NEVER submerge or
allow water to run onto the motor base of the appliance. Wipe the motor
base clean with a damp cloth and dry before storing. Wash the mixing
container in hot, soapy water and dry before storing, or conveniently place
in the dishwasher after each use.
Cleaning Tip: After preparing oily foods (salad dressing, mayonnaise,
etc.), fill the container with hot soapy water. Unplug the Quick Prep®Hand
Blender and place it in the container in the sinkto soak. Rinse the blade
with hot water.

RECIPE SUGGESTIONS
TIPS FOR USING THE CUISINART®
QUICK PREP®HAND BLENDER
•Using a gentle up and down motion in the best way to blend and
incorporate ingredients uniformly.
• Turn the CSB-33 Hand Blender off and let the blade stop completely
before lifting the unit out of the mixture you are processing to avoid
spatter.
• Use Lo speed when adding solid ingredients to liquid.
• Adding liquids that are warm, not cold, facilitates blending solids
with liquids.
•For recipes calling for ice, use crushed ice (not whole cubes) for
best results.
• To whip air into a mixture, always hold the blade just under the surface.
• To make a soup creamy in texture, use the CSB-33 Hand Blender to
purée the soup solids to the desired consistency using a gentle up and
down motion right in the saucepan. You can quickly change your soup
into a thick and creamy blend.
• If you are making a dip or spread, it is not necessary to process
completely into a smooth purée, leave some texture for interest.
• When making compound butters, remove the butter from the refrigerator
and let it come to room temperature before blending the ingredients.
• The CSB-33 Hand Blender is perfect for frothing milk for cappuccino
or lattes.
• Use the CSB-33 Hand Blender to make smooth gravies and pan sauces.
• The CSB-33 can be safely used in a saucepan with a nonstick surface
as the blade itself never touches the pan.
• For best results when adding celery to a recipe, use a vegetable peeler
to remove tough outer strings from celery before slicing.
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RECIPE TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEVERAGES/DRINKS
Peanut Butter Cup Milkshake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10
Strawberry Banana Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10
Orange Creamsicle Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11
Mexican Hot Chocolate (with Whipped Cream) . . . . . . . . . . Page 11
DIPS/DRESSINGS/SAUCES (Savory)
Basic Vinaigrette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12
Creamy Parmesan & Roasted Garlic Dressing . . . . . . . . . . Page 13
Rustic Tomato Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14
SOUPS/SIDE DISHES/ENTRÉE
Yukon Gold Potato Soup with Roasted Garlic . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15
Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16
DESSERTS/SWEET SAUCES
Fast & Fresh Applesauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17
Mango Coulis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18
Sweetened Whipped Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18
ABOUT THE RECIPES
Preparation times are estimates and are based on the time it takes to
prepare, assemble, and cook the ingredients once they have been
gathered from the refrigerator and cupboard and placed on the counter.
Nutritional analyses are based on number of servings indicated. If a
recipe produces a range of servings or has low/high fat ingredient
choices, the nutritional analysis is based on the highest serving yield
using the lowest fat alternative ingredient for that particular recipe.
For best results when measuring dry ingredients such as flour that may
settle, stir flour first, spoon into measuring cup, then level off with the
straight edge of a knife.
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RECIPES
PEANUT BUTTER CUP MILKSHAKE
You can make any flavor milkshake using these proportions and your
favorite flavors. Here chocolate ice cream blends with peanut butter to
make this creamy shake that tastes like that candy bar favorite.
Makes 2 servings
Preparation: 5 minutes or less.
2/3 cup reduced fat milk
1 cup chocolate ice cream
1 tablespoon chocolate syrup
2teaspoons peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container. Blend on Low speed with
a gentle up-and-down motion for 15 to 20 seconds, then blend on High for
an additional 15 to 20 seconds until creamy and thick. Serve immediately.
Calories 241 (42% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 7g •
fat 11g • sat. fat 6g • chol. 28mg • sod. 121mg •
calc. 172mg • fiber 0g
STRAWBERRY BANANA SMOOTHIE
This smoothie makes a great “breakfast on the run”.
Preparation: 5 minutes or less
Makes 1 serving
1cup fresh or frozen strawberries (partly thawed),
hulled and cut in half
1/2 medium – large banana, peeled, cut into 1/2 - inch slices
1/2 cup orange juice or apricot nectar
1 cup fat free vanilla yogurt
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container. Blend on Low speed with
a gentle up-and-down motion for 15 to 20 seconds, then blend on High for
an additional 15 to 20 seconds until creamy and thick. Serve immediately.
*May substitute blueberries, raspberries, sliced peaches or mangos.
Calories 345 (4% from fat) • carb. 74g • pro. 13g •
fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 4mg • sod. 129mg •
calc. 403mg • fiber 7g
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ORANGE CREAMSICLE SMOOTHIE
This refreshing dessert smoothie is reminiscent of that
childhood ice cream favorite.
Makes 2 servings
Preparation: 5 minutes or less
1 cup fat free vanilla frozen yogurt
2/3 cup reduced fat milk
1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
(not reconstituted)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container. Blend on Low speed with
a gentle up-and-down motion for 15 to 20 seconds, then blend on High for
an additional 15 to 20 seconds until creamy and thick. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 193 (7% from fat) • carb. 40g • pro. 5g • fat 2g •
sat. fat • chol. 6mg • sod. 86mg •
calc. 169mg • fiber 0g
MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE
We made our Hot Chocolate with fat free milk and it was a big hit.
For a richer chocolate make it with whole or reduced fat milk;
now and then indulgence is good for the soul.
Preparation: 15 – 20 minutes
Makes 12 – 16 servings
2quarts fat free milk
3 3-inch cinnamon sticks
20 ounces bittersweet chocolate (your favorite),
broken into chunks
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Combine the milk and cinnamon sticks in a 3-3/4 quart Cuisinart®
Saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir constantly to heat until
steamy and just beginning to bubble around the edges. Reduce heat to
low and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the cinnamon flavor into the milk.
Stir in the chocolate chunks. When chocolate is melted, remove cinnamon
sticks and stir in vanilla extract. Insert the Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand
Blender and process on Low for 30 seconds using a gentle up-and-down
motion. Switch to High and process for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes longer until the
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mixture is creamy and frothy. Spoon into cups or mugs and top with a
dollop of freshly whipped cream if desired.
For Hot Cinnamon Mocha add 3 to 4 tablespoons instant espresso
powder to the milk when steeping with the cinnamon sticks.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 215 (52% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 7g • fat 14g •
sat.fat 8g • chol. 2mg • sod. 68mg •
calc. 184mg • fiber 1g
BASIC VINAIGRETTE
Use this basic vinaigrette as a guide and change your vinegar/oil
flavors to come up with appropriate combinations to create exciting
salads. You may add other flavors such as crushed or roasted garlic,
chopped shallots, fresh or dried herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, honey,
citrus juice or zest.
Preparation: 5 minutes or less
Makes 1 cup
1/4 cup wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 cup salad or olive oil
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Place all ingredients in the mixing container. Process on Low speed until
combined, about 10 to 15 seconds. Keep unused portions in an airtight
container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:
Calories 91(98% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 10g •
sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 23mg •
calc. 0mg • fiber 0g
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CREAMY PARMESAN & ROASTED GARLIC DRESSING
Like a Caesar dressing, but made with roasted garlic,
taking away the pungent bite of fresh garlic.
Preparation: 10 minutes or less
Makes about 1-1/3 cups
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves roasted garlic*
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2tablespoons pasteurized liquid egg product
(such as EggBeaters®)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon anchovy paste
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Dash Tabasco®or other hot sauce (to taste)
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container in the order listed. Insert
the Quick Prep®Hand Blender and process on Low speed for 20 seconds.
Change to High speed and process for 30 to 40 seconds longer, until
creamy and totally emulsified.
*See Yukon Gold Potato & Roasted Garlic Soup for instructions to
roast garlic.
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:
Calories 53 (89% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 5g •
sat. fat 1g • chol. 4mg • sod. 82mg •
calc. 18mg • fiber 0g

RUSTIC TOMATO SAUCE
When tomatoes are in season, substitute an equal amount of
peeled diced fresh tomatoes.
Preparation: 10 - 15 minutes, plus cooking time
Makes about 5 cups
2teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 onion (5 - 6 ounce), peeled and cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1 carrot (2 ounce), peeled and cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1rib celery, trimmed and cut in 1/2 inch pieces
2cloves garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon dried basil
1roasted red bell pepper, cut in 1 inch pieces
1/3 cup dry white wine (such as vermouth)
2tablespoons tomato paste
215-ounce cans recipe ready diced tomatoes with juices
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
In a 2-3/4 quart Cuisinart®Saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and basil. Cover loosely and cook
until the vegetables are softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the roasted red
pepper, wine, tomato paste and tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce
heat and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, loosely covered. Uncover and
simmer for 15 to 20 minutes longer to thicken. Turn off heat and let sit
5 minutes. Insert the Quick Prep®Hand Blender and using a gentle up
and down motion, process the sauce on Low speed for 30 to 40 seconds.
Increase the speed to High and process for an additional 30 to 40
seconds, until well blended, but still with some texture.
Nutritional analysis per half cup serving:
Calories 47 (17% from fat) • carb. 8g • pro. 1g • fat 1g •
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 194mg •
calc. 26mg • fiber 2g
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YUKON GOLD POTATO AND ROASTED GARLIC SOUP
Creamy and satisfying, yet surprisingly low in fat.
Preparation: 15 minutes, plus cooking time
Makes eight cups (8 servings)
1 ounce peeled garlic cloves (8 - 12 cloves0
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1medium onion (5 ounce), peeled, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 carrot (2 ounce), peeled, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 rib celery (2 ounces), peeled, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
3-1/2 cups fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
2cups water
2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes*, peeled, cut in 1/2-inch slices
1teaspoon herbs de Provence
1/2 cup evaporated fat free milk or half-and-half
1teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
Preheat oven to 375°F. Place cloves of garlic in the center of a 12-inch square
of foil, drizzle with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and toss to coat. Wrap the foil
around the garlic and fold or crimp to seal. Roast until garlic is tender, about
1 hour. Cool slightly before using. (Garlic may be done ahead, and will keep in
a resealable container for 5 days in the refrigerator.)
While the garlic is roasting, heat remaining olive oil with butter in a 3-3/4 quart
Cuisinart®Saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery.
Reduce heat to low, cover loosely and cook until vegetables are tender but not
browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the stock, water, potatoes, herbs de
Provence, and roasted garlic. Raise heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to
medium low and simmer, loosely covered, until potatoes are tender, about
20 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes.
Insert the Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender and process on Lo speed for
20 to 30 seconds, then process on Hi speed using a gentle up an down
motion moving the blender slowly throughout the saucepan, until well com-
bined, smooth, and no visible pieces of vegetables remain, about
1 to 1-1/2 minutes. Add half-and half, salt and pepper. Insert the Quick Prep®
Hand Blender and process on Hi for an additional 30 to 40 seconds. Serve
hot. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Nutritional information per serving (made with evaporated fat free milk):
Calories 54 (29% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 3g • fat 2g •
sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 420mg •
calc. 67mg • fiber 1g
*For a “rustic” soup, it is not necessary to peel potatoes if skins are
tender. Take care to scrub the skins well if you decide not to peel
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QUICK & EASY BLACK BEAN SOUP
For a spicier soup with a slightly smoky flavor, add one canned chipotle
chili pepper with some of the sauce to the soup with the stock.
Preparation: 45 minutes (10 minutes active) from start to finish.
Makes 10 cups
2teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 onion (6 ounces), peeled, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1 carrot (2 ounces), peeled, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1 rib celery (2 ounces), peeled, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
3cloves garlic, peeled
1-1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
3cans (15 ounce) black beans, rinsed and drained
(yield – 5 cups beans)
1 can recipe ready diced tomatoes (15 ounce) with juices
2-1/2 cups fat free, low sodium chicken or vegetable stock
1/2 cup water
1 bay leaf
1/2 - 1 teaspoon Tabasco®or other hot sauce, to taste
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1tablespoon sherry vinegar (or medium dry sherry)
lowfat sour cream as garnish
Heat the olive oil in a 3-3/4 quart Cuisinart®Saucepan over medium heat.
Add the onions, carrots, celery, red bell pepper, garlic, cumin, oregano, and
thyme; stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook over low heat
until the vegetables are tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the drained beans,
tomatoes with juices, stock, water and bay leaf. Bring to a boil over high heat,
then reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 25 minutes uncovered,
stirring now and then. Turn off heat; remove and discard bay leaf.
Insert the Quick Prep®Hand Blender in the soup. Process on Low for
30 to 40 seconds using a gentle up-and-down motion, moving the blender
in a circular motion around the saucepan. The process on High speed for
an additional 20 to 30 seconds using the same gentle up-and-down motion.
Stir in hot sauce, salt and sherry vinegar. Serve hot. Each serving may be
garnished with a small dollop of sour cream.
Nutritional analysis per cup:
Calories 154 (9% from fat) • carb. 27g • pro. 9g • fat 2g •
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 306g •
calc. 48mg • fiber 0g

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FAST & FRESH APPLESAUCE
One pan, no fuss applesauce, make it as you like it, chunky or smooth.
Preparation: 5 minutes or less, plus cooking time
Makes 3 cups
2pounds apples (your favorite,
Red Delicious not recommended), peeled,
cored and cut into eighths
1/4 cup water
1tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Combine all ingredients in a 2-quart Cuisinart®Saucepan. Bring to a boil
over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until apples
are fork tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit 5 minutes,
still covered. Uncover and insert Quick Prep®Hand Blender. Process on
Low speed using a gentle up-and down motion until desired consistency
is reached, 15 to 60 seconds.
Nutritional analysis per serving (1/2 cup):
Calories 81(5% from fat) • carb. 21g • pro. 0g • fat 1g •
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod 2mg •
calc. 8mg • fiber 4g
Variations:
Cinnamon Applesauce: add a cinnamon stick when cooking the apples.
Remove before processing.
Cranberry Applesauce: Substitute cranberry or cranapple juice for
the water and add 1/3 to 1/2 cup dried cranberries to the apples
before cooking.

MANGO COULIS
Afresh fruit dessert sauce in just minutes. Or pour a tablespoonful
into a champagne flute and add your favorite sparkling wine or
ginger ale for a “Mango Royale.”
Preparation: 5 minutes or less
Makes about 1 cup
1ripe mango (about 12 ounces), peeled, pitted,
cut in 1/2 inch pieces
2tablespoons ginger syrup (purchased)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Place all ingredients in the mixing container. Process on Low using a firm
up-and-down motion for 10 to 15 seconds. Scrape the container. Process
on High for 20 to 30 seconds longer until completely smooth. Cover and
refrigerate until ready to use.
Nutritional analysis per serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories 33(2% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 0g • fat 0g •
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 4mg •
calc. 4mg • fiber 0g
SWEETENED WHIPPED CREAM
Thick and creamy whipped cream to top your favorite dessert,
hot chocolate or coffee.
Preparation: 5 minutes or less
Makes 1-1/2 cups
1cup heavy cream or whipping cream
1 - 2 tablespoons sugar, to taste
1 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Place all ingredients in mixing container. Place Quick Prep®Hand Blender
in the bottom of the container. Hold in place and process on High speed
for 20 seconds. Reduce speed to Low and whip using a gentle up and
down motion until thick and fluffy, 30 to 40 seconds.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 43(89% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 0g • fat 4g •
sat. fat 3g • chol. 16mg •
sod. 4mg • calc. 8mg
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WARRANTY
Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender
LIMITED 18-MONTH WARRANTY
This warranty supercedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart®Quick Prep®
Hand Blenders. This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a
consumer if you are the owner of a Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender
which was purchased at retail for personal or household use. Except as
otherwise required under applicable state law, this warranty is not available
to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender will be free of
defects in material and workmanship under normal home use for 18 months
from the date of original purchase.
We suggest that you complete and return the enclosed warranty registration
card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase.
However, return of the warranty registration card is not a condition of
this warranty.
If your Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender should prove to be defective
within the warranty period, we will repair it, (or if we think it necessary,
replace it) without charge to you. To obtain warranty service, please call
our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190 or write to:
Cuisinart
150 Milford Rd.
East Windsor, NJ 08520
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please also enclose
$5.00 for shipping and handling of the product (California residents need
only supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping
instructions.). Please also be sure to include a return address, description
of the product problem, product serial number, and any other information
pertinent to the product’s return. Please pay by check or money order.
Your Cuisinart®Quick Prep®Hand Blender has been manufactured to strict
specifications and has been designed for use with Cuisinart®Quick Prep®
authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly
excludes any defects or damages caused by accessories, replacement parts
or repair service other than those which have been authorized by Cuisinart.
This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse,
shipment or other than ordinary household use.
This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the foregoing limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

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