Cuisinart BRK Series User manual

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven
BRK-Series
INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
AND RECIPE
BOOKLET
IB-7244-CAN

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces.
Use handles.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do
not place any part of the Cuisinart™
Brick Oven in water or other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.
4. This appliance should not be used by
or near children, or individuals with certain disabilities.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or handling.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped or damaged in any way or is not operating properly. Return the brick oven to the store or retailer where purchased for examination or repair.
7. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by Cuisinart may cause injury.
8. Do not use outdoors. 9. Do not let cord hang over the edge of
the table or countertop where it could be pulled on inadvertently by children or pets, or touch hot surfaces, which could damage the cord.
10. Do not place brick oven on or near
a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use this brick oven for
anything other than its intended purpose.
12. Extreme caution should be exercised
when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass in the brick oven.
13. To avoid burns, use extreme caution
when removing the tray or disposing of hot grease.
14. When not in use, always unplug the
unit. Do not store any materials other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories in this oven.
15. Do not place any of the following
materials in the oven: paper, cardboard, plastic and similar products.
16. Do not cover crumb tray or any part
of the oven with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the oven.
17. Oversize foods, metal foil packages
and utensils must not be inserted in the brick oven as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
18. A fire may occur if the brick oven is
covered or touching flammable materials such as curtains, draperies and walls when in operation. Do not store any items on top of the appliance when in operation. Do not operate under wall cabinets.
19. Do not clean with metal scouring
pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, involving a risk of electric shock.
20. Do not attempt to dislodge food when
the brick oven is plugged into an electrical outlet.
21. Warning: To avoid possibility of fire,
NEVER leave the brick oven unattended during use.
22. Use recommended temperature
settings for baking and roasting.
23. Do not rest cooking utensils or
baking dishes on glass door.
24. Turn the function dial to the off
position to turn off brick oven.
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 must 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 counter top or tabletop where it can be tripped over or pulled on by children. NOTICE This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider that 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.
CONTENTS Important Safeguards........................... 2 Special Cord Set Instructions .............. 3 Introduction .......................................... 3 Parts and Features............................... 4 Before First Use ................................... 5 Use and Care ....................................... 5 Oven Rack Positions............................ 5 General Guidelines ............................... 5 Cleaning and Maintenance .................. 6 Recipes................................................. 8 Warranty ............................................. 27 INTRODUCTION Get ready to enjoy all the benefits of a real brick oven right at home! Bread and pizza crusts will be lighter and crispier, chickens will roast to a perfect golden brown, and your pies will be the talk of the town! Cuisinart lets you decide which method to use in cooking family favourites or company cuisine. We’ve even included some of our favourite brick oven recipes in case you run out of your own. Have fun savoring even more of the good life, with Cuisinart!

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PARTS AND FEATURES 1. Temperature Dial
Select desired temperature for baking, broiling, or convection bake (select models).
2. Function Dial
Select cooking method – Toast, Bake, Broil, Convection Bake (select models).
3. Toast Shade Dial
Select the desired toast shade – light, medium or dark.
4. Toasting Start Button
Push button to start toasting.
5. Toasting Stop Button
Push button to stop toasting in mid- cycle and shut off oven.
6. Oven On Indicator
Indicator light will remain lit when oven is in use.
7. Oven Racks (only one is shown)
There are two oven racks and two different levels for each rack.
Select the best position for the food
in relation to the heating element.
The top rack has a 50% stop feature
so the rack stops halfway out of the oven. It can be removed by lifting the front of the rack and sliding it out.
8. Slide-out Crumb Tray (not shown)
Slides out from back of the brick oven for easy cleaning.
9. Cord Storage (not shown)
Takes up excess cord and keeps countertop neat.
10. Easy-Clean Interior (not shown)
To clean the bricks lining the sides of the oven, use a clean, damp cloth. Over time the stone will darken, which is part of its natural seasoning process. It will not affect cooking performance nor taste of food. Where there are no bricks, the walls are coated with a nonstick interior.
11. Baking/Broiling Pan with Drip Tray
A baking/broiling pan is included for your convenience. A drip tray is also included for use when broiling. The drip tray has two positions to accom- modate a variety of meats, poultry, fish and baked goods.
12. Baking Stone
To achieve best results when baking bread, pizza and pie crusts, a baking stone is included. The stone absorbs excess moisture and distributes heat evenly while it helps to make the crust light and crispy. It fits on the rack to slide in and out of the oven easily.
BEFORE THE FIRST USE Place your oven on a flat surface. Before using your oven, move it two to four inches away from the wall and from any objects on the countertop. Do not use on heat-sensitive surface. DO NOT STORE OBJECTS ON THE TOP OF THE OVEN. IF YOU DO, REMOVE ALL OBJECTS BEFORE YOU TURN ON YOUR OVEN. THE EXTERIOR WALLS GET VERY HOT WHEN IN USE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. USE AND CARE Unwind the power cord. Check that the crumb tray is in place and that there is nothing in the oven. Plug power cord into the wall outlet. OVEN RACK POSITIONS GENERAL GUIDELINES Baking: The baking function can be used as you would normally use your kitchen oven for roasting meats, including chick- en, or baking cakes, cookies and more. Broiling:
The broiling function can be
used for beef, chicken, pork, fish and more. It also can be used to top-brown casseroles and gratins. Use caution while broiling: Aluminum foil is not recommend- ed for covering the drip tray when broiling, because it will cover the holes in the drip
tray. When broiling fatty foods, grease will accumulate and may cause a fire.
Convection/Bake (selected models): The convection/bake function can be used for all the same functions as conventional bake or roast, but will cook faster and more efficiently. With convection baking the key is the airflow, so it is important to use the right cooking pan and place it in the oven as directed in the rack position diagram above. Toasting: For even toasting, always have the rack in rack position B, indicated in the rack position diagram above. Always centre your item/items in the middle of the rack. WARNING: Placing the rack in the bottom position or in the top position with the rack upward while toasting may result in a fire. Refer to rack position diagram for proper use. Turning off the brick oven: Turn the function dial to off. The indicator light will turn off. Broil There are two positions for the broiling pan and drip tray to accommodate a variety of thicknesses of foods to be broiled (position A and B). Also, the oven rack can be turned up or down (position C) depending on the thickness of the food being broiled. In most cases the oven rack should be in the higher position. To broil, set temperature and function dials to broil. Preheat oven for five minutes with door closed. After the five minute preheat period, place the broiling pan in the oven. Always leave the door ajar when broiling. To stop broil operation, turn function dial to off position. NOTE: Never use glass oven dishes to broil. Bake Your brick oven is equipped with two oven racks and two rack positions. The racks can be easily removed and arranged at various levels. For best results with conventional baking, do no use more than one rack at a time.

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To bake, turn the temperature dial to the desired temperature and turn function dial to bake position. Make sure oven rack is in position B – see rack position diagram above. The oven indicator light will turn on. Preheat oven for five to ten minutes (time will vary depending upon desired temperature): then begin to bake. Baking Stone To bake with the baking stone, preheat the oven with the stone for 30 minutes. Use the baking stone when baking bread, pizza dough, pies and tarts; use whenever you want a firm, crispy bottom on your baked goods. Convection Bake (select models) Convection baking/roasting uses a fan circulate heated air around food as it cooks. For best results use cookie sheets with no sides and baking dishes and roasting pans with very low sides to let maximum airflow reach food. For the same reason, do not cover foods while cooking. Most baking recipes recommend reducing temperatures by 25 degrees when using the convection feature. Always check 10 minutes before suggested cooking time. For roasting larger items such as poultry or roasts, use the recommended temperature but reduced cooking time. Start checking progress 20 to 30 minutes before end-cook time. To bake: Turn the temperature dial to desired temperature and turn function dial to convection/bake position. If food might drip, place the baking tray on the rack below the rack that the food is on. Tray will catch drips and more airflow will reach food. When using the baking tray in the bottom rack position, center it so air flows in back, as well as front of oven. Toast To toast, make sure the oven rack is in position B as indicated in the diagram on page 5. If toasting two items centre them in the middle of the rack. Four items should be evenly spaced – two in front, two in back. Six items – three in front,
three in back. Door should be closed. Browning Selection Set function dial to toast. Turn toast shade dial to desired browning setting. Press start button to begin toasting. Stop Toasting When the toasting cycle is finished, the oven will beep and turn off. If you wish to stop the toasting cycle before it is finished, simply press the stop button. The toaster oven broiler will cancel your toast cycle. Important Notes on Toasting The oven rack must be in position B as indicated in the rack position diagram on page 5.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
1. Always allow the oven to cool com-
pletely before cleaning.
2. Always unplug the oven from the
electrical outlet before cleaning.
3. Do not use abrasive cleansers, as
they will damage the finish. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Apply the cleansing agent to a cloth, not to the toaster oven, before cleaning.
4. To clean interior walls, use a damp
cloth and a mild liquid soap solution or a spray solution on a sponge. Where there are no bricks, the walls are coated with a nonstick interior. Never use harsh abrasives or corro- sive products. These could damage the oven surface. Never use metal scouring pads etc. on interior of oven. DO NOT USE A SOAP SOLUTION TO CLEAN THE BRICKS ATTACHED TO THE SIDES.
5. To remove crumbs, slide out the
crumb tray and discard crumbs. Wipe clean and replace. Crumb tray is dishwasher-safe. To remove baked- on grease, soak the tray in hot sudsy water or use nonabrasive cleaners. Never operate the oven without the crumb tray in place.
6. Wire rack, broiling pan and drip tray
are dishwasher-safe. If heavily soiled, soak in hot sudsy water or use a nylon scouring pad or nylon brush.
Never wrap the cord around the outside of the oven. Use the cord storage cleats on the back of the oven. To clean the baking stone
The baking stone is oven and freezer safe; however, to prevent cracking it, do not subject the stone to extreme temperature such as freezer directly to oven, or from oven to cold water. Do not use the stone on an open flame. Allow the stone to cool before cleaning. To remove baked-on foods, scrape with a spatula and rinse in warm water. Do not soak or clean in dishwasher or wash with detergent or soapy water; the stone may absorb the taste and smell of the detergent. Let the stone air-dry completely before your next use. Your baking stone will darken and retain some staining with continued use over time. This is normal and part of the stone’s natural seasoning process; it will not affect its cooking performance nor affect the taste of the food. Important After cooking greasy foods and after your oven has cooled, always clean top interior of oven. If this is done on a regular basis, your oven will perform like new. All of our recipes have been tested in our kitchen and especially developed to work in the Cuisinart™Brick Oven. These
mouth-watering recipes are just a sampling of what the Cuisinart™Brick
Oven can do.

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RECIPES Appetizers & Breads Banana Pecan Crumb Muffins ............ 9 Orange-Anise Scones ......................... 9 Buttermilk Blueberry Crumb Cake .... 10 Roasted Eggplant and Sweet Pepper Crostini ...................... 10 Spinach, Gorgonzola & Artichoke Dip..................................... 11 Gougères........................................... 12 Asparagus, Mushroom & Fontina Quiche .................................. 13 Popovers ........................................... 13 French Boule ..................................... 14 Walnut Rosemary Bread with Raisins ....................................... 14 Pumpernickel Raisin Bread............... 15 Buttery Dinner Rolls .......................... 16 Focaccia Romana ............................. 16 Side Dishes Pizza Dough ........................................ 17 Grape Tomato Margherita ................... 17 Roasted Asparagus............................. 18 Butternut Squash and Potato Gratin....................................... 18
Entrées Roasted Stuffed Peppers................... 19 Herb Roasted Chicken....................... 19 Hoisin Glazed Cornish Hens .............. 20 Standing Rib Roast ............................ 20 Rack of Lamb with Parmesan and Herb Crust .................................. 21 Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb................ 22 Rosemary Sage Pork Roast............... 22 Simply Roasted Salmon and Fennel.......................................... 23 Desserts Pâte Sucrée........................................ 23 Fresh Berry Tart.................................. 24 Pâte Brisée......................................... 24 Classic Apple Pie ............................... 25 Chocolate Soufflé Cake ..................... 25 Mascarpone Lemon Squares............. 26 Please see Instruction Booklet, page 5, for information about oven rack posi- tions, as referred to in recipes that follow.
Banana Pecan Crumb Muffins
These muffins are a great way
to use over-ripe bananas.
Makes 6 large muffins cooking spray Crumb topping: ¼ cup (50 ml) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons (45 ml) light brown
sugar
2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted
butter, cold and cubed
½ teaspoon (2 ml) ground
cinnamon
¼ cup (50 ml) pecans, toasted and
chopped
1 pinch table salt Muffin batter: 1 cup (250 ml) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons (7 ml) baking powder ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) table salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) ground
cinnamon
1 small, ripe banana, mashed ¼ cup (50 ml) packed light brown
sugar
¼ cup (50 ml) whole milk ¼ cup (50 ml) vegetable oil 1 large egg, slightly beaten ¼ cup (50 ml) pecans, toasted
and chopped
Preheat Cuisinart
™
Brick oven to 400°F
(200°C) on the bake setting with the rack in position A. Lightly coat a 6-cup (1.5 L) regular muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare the crumb topping. In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients together with a fork, and reserve. In a small bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon; reserve. In a large bowl, mix the banana, brown sugar, milk, oil and egg using a Cuisinart
®
Hand Mixer. Mix on medium speed until well blended. Add the flour mixture and nuts and mix with a fork until just mixed.
Spoon evenly into prepared muffin cups and top with the reserved crumb topping. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted comes out clean. To ensure even colour, turn muffin pan halfway through baking.
Nutritional information per muffin:
Calories 364 (50% from fat) • carb. 41g •
pro. 5g • fat 21g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 47mg •
sod. 274mg • calc. 42mg • fiber 2g
Orange-Anise Scones
High in calcium, these scones are a
perfect way to jump start the day.
Makes 8 scones 2½ cups (625 ml) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons (60 ml) granulated
sugar, divided
2 teaspoons (10 ml) baking
powder
2 teaspoons (10 ml) freshly
ground star anise (4 pods)*
1 teaspoon (5 ml) table salt 1 tablespoon (15 ml) orange zest
(1 orange)
6 tablespoons (90 ml) unsalted
butter, cold and cubed
1⁄3 cup (75 ml) fresh or frozen
blueberries (optional)
2⁄3 cup (150 ml) buttermilk
1 large egg 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy
cream
Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
350°F (180°C) on the bake setting with the rack in position A. Line the baking tray with parchment paper. Place the flour, 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of sugar, baking powder, star anise, salt, and zest in the work bowl of a Cuisinart
®
Food
Processor fitted with the metal chopping blade. Process 10 seconds. Add the butter to the work bowl and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour the mixture onto a clean counter/ large cutting board and add the blueberries. Make a well in the centre of

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the dry mixture. Whisk the buttermilk and egg together and slowly pour the mixture, ¼ at a time, into the well of the dry ingredients. After each addition use a pastry cutter to mix the dough together. Continue to slowly add the liquids to the dough and mix until the mixture is moist, but not a wet dough. Form the dough into a 10-inch (25 cm) long cylinder. Using a sharp knife, cut into 8 even pieces. Place on prepared baking sheet. Brush each scone with heavy cream and the reserved sugar. Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. To ensure even colour, turn baking tray halfway through baking. Let cool before serving. *May substitute allspice if star anise is unavailable.
Nutritional information per scone:
Calories 278 (36% from fat) • carb. 39g •
pro. 6g • fat 11g • sat. fat 7g • chol. 56mg •
sod. 448mg • calc. 110mg • fiber 1g
Buttermilk Blueberry Crumb Cake Makes one 8-inch (20 cm) cake, or 12 servings cooking spray Crumb topping: ½ cup (125 ml) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
¼ cup (50 ml) packed light brown
sugar
¼ cup (50 ml) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground
cinnamon
1 pinch table salt ½ teaspoon (2 ml) vanilla extract 4 tablespoons (60 ml) unsalted
butter, cold and cubed
Muffin Batter: 11⁄3cups (325 ml) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon (3.75 ml) baking soda ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) table salt
1⁄3cup (75 ml) unsalted butter, cut
into 5 pieces
½ cup + 3 tablespoons (170 ml)
granulated sugar
1 large egg ½ teaspoon (2 ml) vanilla extract
1⁄3cup (75 ml) buttermilk
1¼ cups (300 ml) fresh blueberries
Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
350°F (180°C) on the bake setting with the rack in position A. Lightly coat an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Reserve. Combine the first 7 ingredients in the work bowl of a Cuisinart
®
Food Processor
fitted with the metal chopping blade. Pulse 3 to 4 times, until the mixture is just combined. Reserve. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Reserve. Place the butter and sugar in a medium bowl and mix with a Cuisinart
®
Hand
Mixer until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until fully combined. Add the reserved dry ingredients,
1
/
3
at a time, and the
buttermilk,
1
/
3
at time, alternating the two
starting with the buttermilk and ending with the dry ingredients. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Make a layer of the blueberries on top of the batter, slightly pressing them down. Cover evenly with the reserved crumb topping. Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the cake comes out clean.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 243 (35% from fat) • carb. 37g •
pro. 3g • fat 10g • sat. fat • 6g • chol. 42mg •
sod. 182mg • calc. 23mg • fiber 1g
Roasted Eggplant and Sweet Pepper Crostini Makes 12 crostini 4 tablespoons (60 ml) extra virgin
olive oil, divided
1 small Italian eggplant, about 8
ounces (226 g), cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) dice
½ large red bell pepper (about 3 to
4 ounces [85 to 115g]), cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) dice
½ large yellow bell pepper (about 3
to 4 ounces [85 to 115g]), cut into ½-inch (1.25cm) dice
2 ounces (60 g) sweet onion, cut
into ½- inch (1.25 cm) dice
3 garlic cloves, divided and
smashed
½ teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground
pepper
1 tablespoon (15 ml) basil, very
thinly sliced (or chiffonade)
12 ½-inch (1.25 cm) slices of rustic
Italian bread with a tight crumb
Preheat Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to 375°F
(190°C) on bake with rack in position B. Line the baking tray with aluminum foil and coat with 2 teaspoons (10 ml) of olive oil. Toss the eggplant, red pepper, yellow pepper, onion, and 2 of the garlic cloves in a mixing bowl with 2½ tablespoons (13 ml) of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour out onto prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 40 to 50 minutes, tossing vegetables every 10 to 15 minutes. Vegetables should be very soft and slightly browned. Once vegetables are done cooking toss with chopped basil in mixing bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings accordingly. Rub bread slices with remaining garlic clove and brush with remaining olive oil. Toast slices in oven-flipping bread once so that the crostini are an even golden brown on both sides, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side. Top crostini with warm eggplant and pepper topping and serve immediately. Note: Eggplant can be made ahead and stored in refrigerator tightly sealed. For best results, bring eggplant to room temperature before serving.
Nutritional information per 2 crostini:
Calories 255 (57% from fat) • carb. 21g •
pro. 7g • fat 16g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 7mg •
sod 384mg • calc. 125mg • fiber 2g
Spinach, Gorgonzola, Artichoke Dip
Our French Boule (recipe on page 14) is
a perfect match for this delicious dip.
Makes 2 quarts (2.2 L), approximately 32 servings cooking spray 2 ounces (60 g) Parmesan, cut
into ½-inch (1.25 cm) cubes
1 clove garlic 1 ounce (30 g) shallots 16 ounces (480 g) cream cheese,
room temperature, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
¼ cup (50 ml) evaporated milk 16 ounces (480 g) frozen spinach,
thawed and dried thoroughly
3 ounces (85 g) Gorgonzola,
crumbled
2 cans (15 ounces [425 g] each)
artichoke hearts, drained and dried thoroughly
½ teaspoon (2 ml) red pepper
flakes
Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
375°F (190°C) on the bake setting with the rack in position A. Lightly coat a 2-quart (2.2 L) ceramic soufflé/baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Reserve. Assemble a Cuisinart
®
Food Processor
with the metal chopping blade. With the machine running, drop the parmesan through the feed tube and process until finely chopped; place in small bowl and reserve. With the food processor running, add the garlic and shallot through the feed tube; process until chopped. Add the cream cheese and evaporated milk; process until creamy and smooth. Crumble the spinach over the cream cheese. Add the reserved gorgonzola and
2
⁄
3
of the parmesan; pulse about 10 times,
or until well blended. Scrape the work bowl. Add the reserved artichoke hearts and red pepper flakes; pulse another 10 times. Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish; sprinkle with the remaining parmesan. Place in the preheated oven and bake for

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about 20 to 30 minutes, or until just browned on top and heated through.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 61 (56% from fat) • carb. 3g •
pro. 4g • fat 4g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 9mg •
sod. 231mg • calc. 86mg • fiber 1g
Gougères
Although Gruyère is the classic
ingredient for gougères, you may
substitute your favourite cheese.
Makes one hundred 1-inch (2.5 cm) gougères ½ cup (125 ml) water 4 tablespoons (60 ml) unsalted
butter
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) fine sea salt or
table salt
½ teaspoon (2 ml) sugar ½ cup + 2 tablespoons (155 ml)
unbleached, all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, + 2 more if
necessary
1 cup (2250 ml) Gruyère cheese,
shredded and divided
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) fine sea salt or
table salt
½ teaspoon (2 ml) black pepper ½ teaspoon (2 ml) cayenne ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) paprika
Preheat the Cuisinart
®
Brick Oven to
500°F (260°C) on the convection bake setting with the baking stone on the bottom rack in position A. Preheat baking stone for at least 30 minutes. Line the baking tray with parchment paper. Place the water, butter, salt and sugar in a medium saucepan and set over medium heat. Once the mixture comes to a boil, remove from heat and stir in all of the flour. Return to the burner and raise the heat to medium-high. Using a wooden spoon, continuously stir the mixture until it dries out. You will know it is done when the dough leaves a thick hard film on the bottom of the pot. Remove from heat and put mixture into a medium-large mixing bowl. Beat the dough with a Cuisinart
®
Hand Mixer on a
low speed to release steam and cool. Once the dough has cooled, after about 2 to 3 minutes, start adding the eggs, one at a time, mixing each until fully
incorporated before adding the next. The dough is ready when it becomes a pale yellow color, and will drop from the beater in a slow and steady stream. If the dough is too thick, beat the remaining two eggs together and slowly begin to add them with the beaters running. Be sure not to make the dough too runny or it will not hold its shape. Stir in ½ cup (125 ml) of Gruyère and the spices. Pour the batter into a large pastry bag fitted with a small to medium sized round tip. Pipe the gougère dough into 1-inch (2.5 cm) rounds, leaving ½-inch (1.25 cm) around each one on the prepared baking sheet. Top each one with a pinch of the reserved Gruyère. Place the tray on the preheated stone in the oven, and turn the oven off. Let the gougères sit in the oven for 10 minutes. Lower the heat to 300°F (150°C) and turn the oven back on. Let bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the gougères are hollow and nicely browned, and not wet inside. To ensure even color, turn baking sheet halfway through baking. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving
(five, 1-inch [2.5 cm] gourgès):
Calories 82 (66% from fat) • carb. 3g •
pro. 4g • fat 6g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 19mg •
sod. 97mg • calc. 116mg • fiber 0g
Asparagus, Mushroom & Fontina Quiche
Great for a Sunday brunch,
this quiche will please any crowd.
Makes one 9-inch (23 cm) deep-dish quiche, 8-12 servings ½ recipe pâte brisée dough
(page 24)
2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted
butter, or olive oil
1 cup (250 ml) asparagus, cut into
½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces
1 cup (250 ml) mushrooms,
halved and sliced
1¼ cup (300 ml) whole milk 1¼ cup (300 ml) heavy cream 4 large eggs ½ teaspoon (2 ml) table salt ½ teaspoon (2 ml) black pepper 3 ounces (85 g) fontina
Preheat Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to 350°F
(180°C) on the bake setting fitted with the baking stone on a rack in position A. Preheat stone for at least 30 minutes. Roll out the dough into a 10-inch (25 cm) disc that is about
1
⁄
8
inch (0.3 cm) thick. Fit into
an ungreased 9-inch (23 cm), 1½ quart, ceramic pie baker. Chill in refrigerator for about 20 minutes. Using a fork, prick the dough evenly all over but make sure not to go entirely through the dough. Line the shell with parchment and weigh down with dried beans or rice. Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the dough underneath the parchment is no longer wet. Remove the beans/rice and parchment and continue baking until the shell is golden brown. Remove; chill; reserve. While the shell is baking, place the butter/ olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus and mushrooms and sauté over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the asparagus is bright and just softened. Reserve. In a medium bowl, mix the milk, cream, eggs, salt and pepper. Using a Cuisinart
®
Hand Mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip the mixture on high for
30 seconds to 1 minute. Spread the asparagus and mushrooms evenly on the bottom of the cooled tart shell. Pour in the liquid mixture and top with the fontina. Bake on the preheated baking stone for 40 to 60 minutes, or until the quiche has browned on top and is just set.
Nutritional information per serving
(based on 12 servings):
Calories 215 (68% from fat) • carb. 11g •
pro. 7g • fat 16g • sat. fat 8g • chol. 115mg •
sod. 233mg • calc. 106mg • fiber 1g
Popovers
Pair this easy side dish with our
Standing Rib Roast (page 20),
using the roast’s fat drippings
instead of butter.
Makes 6 popovers ¾ cup (175 ml) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
¾ cup (175 ml) evaporated fat-free
milk, or reduced fat milk
2 large eggs 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter,
melted (may substitute with fat from rib roast)
½ teaspoon (2 ml) of salt
Place all ingredients into a medium-sized bowl. Using a Cuisinart
®
Hand Mixer, mix
on low for about 10 seconds. Increase the speed to high and beat until the batter is smooth. Cover; let sit for 30 to 40 minutes. Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
450°F (230°C) on the convection bake or bake setting fitted with the baking stone on a rack in position A. Preheat stone for at least 30 minutes. Heavily butter, or coat with nonstick cooking spray, six 5-ounce (145 g) ramekins. Fill each ramekin with about
1
⁄
3
cup (75 ml) of batter. Place in the
oven directly on the stone and bake for 30 minutes. Lower the heat to 350°F (180°C) and bake an additional 20 minutes. Remove from oven and carefully unmold from ramekins. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per popover:
Calories 124 (28% from fat) • carb. 16g •
pro. 6g • fat 4g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 76mg •
sod. 170mg • calc. 104mg • fiber 0g

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French Boule Makes 1 large round loaf, approximately 12 servings 2½ teaspoons (13 ml) active dry
yeast
1⁄3cup (75 ml) warm (105°-110°F
[40°C - 43°C]) water
4 cups (1 L) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons (10 ml) fine sea salt
or table salt
1 cup (250 ml) cold water cornmeal for dusting
Dissolve the yeast in the
1
⁄
3
cup (75 ml) of
warm water. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes, or until mixture is foamy. Add the flour and salt to the work bowl of the Cuisinart
®
Food Processor fitted with the dough blade. Process for 10 seconds. With the machine running, add the warm water with yeast and then the cold water in a slow stream and process until a dough ball forms. Continue processing for 1 to 2 minutes to knead the dough. Lightly flour the top of the dough and remove from bowl. Shape it into a smooth ball and place in a lightly floured 1-gallon (4.4 L) sealable plastic bag. Squeeze the air out and seal the bag. Let rise in a warm place until it has doubled, about 1 to 1½ hours. Put the dough on a lightly floured table and punch it down to release air. Let it rest 5 minutes. Shape into a round loaf and place on a cornmeal-dusted baking sheet or peel. Cover lightly with oiled plastic wrap and allow to rise until doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes. Preheat the Cuisinart
®
Brick oven to
400°F (200°C) on the convection bake or bake setting fitted with the baking stone on a rack in position A. Preheat the baking stone for at least 30 minutes. Using a serrated knife, cut a cross ¼-inch (0.6 cm) deep on the top of the loaf. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until nicely browned and sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool completely before serving.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 153 (3% from fat) • carb. 32g •
pro. 5g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg •
sod. 224mg • calc. 7mg • fiber 1g
Walnut Rosemary Bread with Raisins Makes 1 small round loaf, approximately 16 servings ½ teaspoon (2 ml) active dry yeast ½ cup + 2 tablespoons (130 ml)
warm water
1¼ cups (300 ml) unbleached, bread
flour, plus more for dusting
½ cup (125 ml) whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) rye flour 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fine sea salt or
table salt
½ teaspoon (2 ml) extra-virgin
olive oil
¼ cup (50 ml) golden raisins,
or any similar dried fruit
¼ cup (50 ml) chopped walnuts 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chopped
fresh rosemary
cornmeal for dusting Dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes, or until mixture is foamy. Add the flours, salt, and olive oil to the work bowl of the Cuisinart
®
Food
Processor fitted with the dough blade. Process for 10 seconds. With the machine running, slowly add the water and yeast mixture through the feed tube and process until it forms a dough ball. Continue processing for 1 to 2 minutes to knead the dough. Lightly flour the top of the dough and remove from bowl. Shape it into a smooth ball and place in a lightly floured 1-gallon (4.4 L) sealable plastic bag. Squeeze the air out and seal the bag. Let rise in a warm place until it has doubled, about 1 to 1½ hours. Put the dough on a lightly floured table and punch it down to release air. Let it rest 5 minutes. Stretch the dough into an 8-inch (20 cm) square. Place the raisins and walnuts on top and knead until fully incorporated, 2 to 4 minutes. Shape into a round loaf and place on a cornmeal- dusted baking sheet or peel. Cover lightly with oiled plastic wrap and allow to rise until doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes. Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
450°F (230°C) on the convection bake or bake setting fitted with the baking stone
on a rack in position A. Preheat stone for at least 30 minutes. Using a serrated knife cut a star, ¼-inch (0.6 cm) deep, on the top of the loaf. Bake on the preheated stone for 30 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 425°F (220°C) and continue to bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the loaf sounds hollow when tapped and the internal temperature reads 205°F (96°C) on an instant-read thermometer. Let bread fully cool before serving.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 73 (18% from fat) • carb. 13g •
pro. 2g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg •
sod. 147mg • calc. 9mg • fiber 1g
Pumpernickel Raisin Bread Makes 1 large loaf, approximately 24 servings 2¼ teaspoons (11.25 ml) active dry
yeast
1¼ cups (300 ml) warm (105°-110°F
[40°C to 43°C]) water
¼ cup (50 ml) molasses 2¾ cups (675 ml) unbleached bread
flour
½ cup (125 ml) whole wheat flour ½ cup (125 ml) rye flour 1⁄3cup (75 ml) cornmeal
2 tablespoons (30 ml)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon (5 ml) instant espresso
powder
2 tablespoons (30 ml) vital wheat
gluten
1½ teaspoons (7 ml) fine sea salt,
or table salt
2 tablespoons (30 ml)
vegetable oil
¾ cup (75 ml) raisins 2 teaspoons (10 ml) caraway
seeds
Dissolve the yeast in the warm water with the molasses. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes, or until mixture is foamy. Add the flours, cornmeal, cocoa and espresso powders, wheat gluten, salt, and vegetable oil to the work bowl of the Cuisinart
®
Food
Processor fitted with the dough blade. Process for 10 seconds. With the machine running, slowly add the water and yeast
mixture through the feed tube and process until a dough ball forms. Continue processing for 1 to 2 minutes to knead the dough. Lightly flour the top of the dough and remove from bowl. Shape it into a smooth ball and place in a 1-gallon (4.4 L) sealable plastic bag. Squeeze the air out and seal the bag. Let rise in a warm place until it has doubled, about 1 to 2 hours. Put the dough on a lightly floured table and punch it down to release air. Let it rest 5 minutes. Stretch the dough into a large square. Place the raisins and walnuts on top and knead until fully incorporated, 2 to 4 minutes. Shape into a round loaf and place on a cornmeal- dusted baking sheet or peel. Cover lightly with oiled plastic wrap and allow to rise until doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes. Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
350°F (180°C) on the convection bake or bake setting fitted with the baking stone on a rack in position A. Preheat stone for at least 30 minutes. Using a serrated knife cut a star, ¼-inch (0.6 cm) deep, on the top of the loaf. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until bread sounds hollow when tapped and measures 205°F (96°C) when tested with an instant read thermometer. Transfer to a rack to cool.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 105 (12% from fat) • carb. 21g •
pro. 3g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0g •
sod. 589 • calc. 15mg • fiber 1g

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Buttery Dinner Rolls Makes 16 rolls ¾ cup (175 ml) whole milk, plus
1 tablespoon (15 ml) for brushing
½ cup (125 ml) unsalted butter,
plus 2 tablespoons (30 ml) for brushing
¼ cup (50 ml) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fine sea salt,
or table salt
2¼ teaspoons (11.25 ml) active dry
yeast
¼ cup warm (105°-110°F
[40°- 43°C]) water
4¾ cups (1 L) unbleached bread
flour
1 large egg In a microwave-safe container, scald the milk in the microwave; stir in the ½ cup (125 ml) butter, sugar and salt; reserve. Dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes, or until mixture is foamy. Add the flour to the work bowl of the Cuisinart
®
Food Processor fitted with
the dough blade and process for 10 seconds. With the machine running, slowly add the liquids through the feed tube and process until a dough ball forms. Continue processing for 1 to 2 minutes to knead the dough. Shape it into a smooth ball and place in a 1-gallon (4.4 L) sealable plastic bag. Squeeze the air out and seal the bag. Let rise in a warm place until it has doubled, about 45 to 60 minutes. Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
450°F (230°C) on the convection bake or bake setting fitted with the baking stone on a rack in position A. Preheat the stone for at least 30 minutes. Lightly butter a 10-inch (25 cm) round baking pan. Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces, about 2¼ ounces (65 g) each. Roll into smooth rounds and arrange in the prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until about doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes. Combine remaining tablespoon of milk and butter and heat until the butter has melted. Just before baking, gently brush the rolls with the butter/milk mixture. Place in preheated oven and bake until
golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from pan and let cool on a rack for about 10 minutes for serving. For a softer roll, brush each with melted butter just after removing from oven.
Nutritional information per serving (1 roll):
Calories 209 (38% from fat) • carb. 28g •
pro. 5g • fat 9g • sat. fat 5g • chol. 34mg •
sod. 160mg • calc. 23mg • fiber 1g
Focaccia Romana
For another version of this Italian staple,
throw on some chopped kalamata olives.
Makes 18 servings 2½ teaspoons (10 ml) active dry
yeast
1⁄8teaspoon (0.5 ml) granulated
sugar
1⁄3cup (75 ml) warm (105°-110°F
[40° - 43°C]) water
4 cups (1 L) unbleached,
all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons (15 ml) kosher salt,
divided
1 cup (250 ml) cold water 4 tablespoons (60 ml) extra virgin
olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh
rosemary
Dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes, or until mixture is foamy. Place flour and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of salt in the work bowl of a Cuisinart
®
Food
Processor fitted with the dough blade; process 10 seconds to combine. Add cold water and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of oil to the yeast mixture. With the machine running, slowly pour the liquid through the feed tube. Process until a dough ball forms. Continue to let the machine run another minute to knead. Place the dough in a lightly floured sealable plastic bag. Let rise in a warm place until
doubled in size, about 45
minutes to 1 hour.
Preheat Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to 400°F
(200°C) on the convection bake or bake setting fitted with the baking stone on a
rack in position A. Lightly coat the baking sheet with a non-stick cooking spray. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Roll out into a rectangle and then fit onto the prepared pan, stretching the ends of the dough to meet the edges of the baking tray. Using your fingers, make indentations in the dough over the entire surface. Brush the dough with the remaining olive oil, and sprinkle the salt and rosemary to cover. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until puffy, about 20 minutes Bake until golden and crisp, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool slightly on wire rack.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 131 (23% from fat) • carb. 22g •
pro. 3g • fat 3g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg •
sod. 224mg • calc. 10mg • fiber 1g
Pizza Dough
This dough freezes very well.
Makes three 12-inch (30 cm) pizzas - 24 servings 2¼ teaspoons (11.25 ml) active dry
yeast
1 teaspoon (5 ml) granulated
sugar
½ cup warm (105°-110°
[40°C - 43°C]) water
4 cups (1 L) unbleached,
all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1½ teaspoons (7 ml) kosher salt 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin
olive oil
1 cup (250 ml) cold water
Dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes, or until the mixture gets foamy. Place the flour, salt and olive oil in the work bowl of a Cuisinart
®
Food Processor
fitted with the dough blade. Pulse about 5 times to mix; scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the cold water to the yeast mixture. With the motor running, slowly pour the liquid yeast mixture through the feed tube. Process until a dough ball forms. Continue to let the machine run for an
additional minute to knead. Dough will be slightly sticky. Lightly dust a sealable plastic bag with flour. Dust dough with flour. Place the dough into the floured bag; squeeze out all of the air and seal. Let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Nutritional information per serving
(based on 1 slice pizza assuming 8 slices per pie):
Calories 228 (9% from fat) • carb. 44g •
pro. 7g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg •
sod. 253mg • calc. 12mg • fiber 2g
Grape Tomato Margherita So easy to prepare – let the kids help out
with putting on the toppings.
Makes three 12-inch (30 cm) pizzas, or eight 4-inch (10 cm) pizzas 1 recipe pizza dough ¼ cup (50 ml) extra virgin olive oil 22⁄3cups (650 ml) grape/cherry
tomatoes, halved
½ cup (125 ml) fresh basil, torn
into pieces
6 ounces (170 g) fresh mozzarella,
torn into pieces
Preheat Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to 425°F
(220°C) on the convection bake or bake setting fitted with the baking stone on a rack in position A. Preheat stone for at least 30 minutes. Roll and stretch dough to desired shape to fit baking tray. Brush liberally with olive oil. Place baking tray on top of preheated stone and bake for about 10 minutes, or until dough is lightly golden. Remove dough from oven. Brush dough with olive oil. Arrange tomatoes and basil evenly around the dough. Top with the mozzarella. Return to preheated oven and bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until desired doneness has been achieved.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 355 (32% from fat) • carb. 48mg •
pro. 12g • fat 13g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 12mg •
sod. 357mg • calc. 157mg • fiber 2g

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Roasted Asparagus
Asparagus is delicious roasted,
plus it is very simple to prepare.
Makes 4 servings 1 pound (500 g) asparagus 1 teaspoon (5 ml) olive oil ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) kosher salt ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) crushed black
pepper
Preheat Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to 425°F
(220°C) on the convection bake or bake setting with rack in position B. Wash and thoroughly dry asparagus. Trim the rough ends off of the asparagus. Place asparagus in a mixing bowl and toss with the teaspoon of olive oil, salt and pepper. Line asparagus on the baking sheet and bake on the upper rack for 10 to 15 minutes, until the asparagus is tender. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 36 (28% from fat) • carb. 5g •
pro. 3g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg •
sod. 86mg • calc. 24mg • fiber 2g
Butternut Squash and Potato Gratin
A nice twist to a great
traditional side dish.
Makes 6 to 8 servings cooking spray 1 cup (250 ml) heavy cream 2 cloves garlic, crushed and
peeled
1 branch fresh rosemary 4 ounces (115 g) Gruyère cheese ¾ pound (375 g) butternut squash,
peeled
1 pound (500 g) Yukon Gold
potatoes
1 teaspoon (5 ml) kosher salt ½ teaspoon (2 ml) freshly ground
pepper
Lightly coat a 9½-inch (24 cm) (1¼ quart) Open Oval Baker with cooking spray. Place the baking tray lined with aluminum foil on a rack in position A. Preheat the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven to
350°F (177°C) on the bake setting. Place the heavy cream, crushed garlic, and rosemary branch in a small saucepan. Bring the cream to almost a boil and reduce the heat to maintain a low simmer. Simmer cream for about 15 to 20 minutes. Using the shredding disc in the Cuisinart
®
food processor, shred the Gruyère. Remove and reserve. Insert the medium (4-mm) slicing disc. Slice the butternut squash using medium-hard pressure. Remove and reserve. Slice the potatoes as well using medium pressure. Arrange a layer of the potatoes in concentric circles in the prepared baking dish followed by a similar layer of the butternut squash. Sprinkle with some salt, a pinch of pepper and some of the Gruyère. Repeat layers of sliced potatoes and squash with seasonings and cheese, finishing with a top layer of neatly arranged butternut squash, seasoned with the remaining cheese scattered on top. If there is any salt left over, stir into the warm cream. Discard the rosemary and garlic and carefully pour the cream over the top of the potatoes. Cover the baker tightly with aluminum foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray and set on the prepared baking tray. Bake for 1 to 1½ hours, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife. Uncover, and broil until browned and bubbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional information per serving
(based on 8 servings):
Calories 223 (61% from fat) • carb. 16g •
pro. 7g • fat 16g • sat. fat 10g • chol. 56mg •
sod. 231mg • calc. 190mg • fiber 2g
Roasted Stuffed Peppers Makes 4 servings 5 medium-large red bell peppers,
divided
1 small eggplant, peeled and cut
into ½-inch (1.25 cm) dice
1 cup (250 ml) grape tomatoes 4 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fine sea salt, or
table salt
½ teaspoon (2 ml) freshly ground
black pepper
2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin
olive oil
1½ teaspoons (7 ml) dried basil 2 cups (500 ml) couscous, cooked 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped
fresh parsley
1½ cups (375 ml) crumbled feta,
divided
Line the Cuisinart
™
Brick Oven’s baking
tray with foil. Cut one of the peppers into 1-inch (2.5 cm) strips. Toss pepper strips, eggplant, tomatoes, garlic in a mixing bowl with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Arrange vegetables in one layer on the prepared baking tray. Place in oven on a rack in position A and turn on the broil function to roast vegetables for about 40 minutes, tossing a few times, or until vegetables are soft and the skin on the peppers begins to peel off. Remove from oven and reserve in a medium-sized bowl. While the vegetables are roasting, cut the tops off of the remaining peppers, and clean out the seeds. Trim the bottom of the peppers if necessary, so that each one stands evenly on a plate. Place peppers lying down on the baking sheet. Once roasted vegetables are finished, broil peppers in brick oven for about 10 to 15 minutes, until slightly blackened but not too soft. While the peppers are roasting, toss the reserved vegetables with the basil, couscous, and 1 cup (250 ml) of feta. Remove peppers from oven and evenly divide the couscous/vegetable mixture among the peppers. Top each stuffed
pepper with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of feta. Return to brick oven and broil for 10 minutes, or until feta has browned slightly. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 432 (52% from fat) • carb. 36g •
pro. 17g • fat 25g • sat. fat 14g •
chol. 76mg • sod. 1548mg • calc. 459mg •
fiber 5g
Herb Roasted Chicken Serves 4 to 6 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried basil 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried thyme 1 tablespoon (15 m) fresh
chopped rosemary
1 teaspoon (5 ml) kosher salt 1 teaspoon (5 ml) freshly ground
black pepper
1 lemon, cut in half 1 4 to 4½ pound (1.8 - 2 kg)
chicken, rinsed and patted dry
2 cloves garlic, smashed Make a paste with the olive oil, dried and fresh herbs, salt, and pepper by mixing ingredients together in a small bowl. Squeeze lemon all over outside and inside chicken. Stuff the chicken with the lemon halves and garlic cloves. Rub the herb paste all over the skin of the chicken. Preheat Cuisinart
®
Brick Oven to 375˚F
(190°C) on convection bake or bake setting with a rack in position A. Place prepared chicken on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes in preheated oven, until the juices run clear when the thigh is pierced.
Nutritional information per serving
(based on 6 servings):
Calories 232 • (61% from fat) • Carb. 3g •
pro. 31g • fat 10g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 96mg •
sod. 316mg • calc. 42mg • fiber 0g