Hamilton Beach 840132700 User manual

Slow Cookers
840132700
READ BEFORE USE
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This product is intended for household
use only.
This product is only intended for the
preparation, cooking, and serving of foods.
This product is not intended for use with
any non-food materials or products.
This appliance is equipped with a polarized
plug. This type of plug has one blade wider
than the other. The plug will fit into an
electrical outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature intended to help reduce the
risk of electrical shock. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact a qualified electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat
the safety purpose of the polarized plug by
modifying the plug in any way.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
When using electrical appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be
observed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not
immerse cord, plug, or base in water or
other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
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. Call our
toll-free customer service number for
information on examination, repair, or
adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by Hamilton Beach/
Proctor-Silex, Inc. may cause fire, electric
shock or injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter, or touch hot surfaces,
including stove.
10. Do not place on or near hot gas or an
electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when
using an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect slow cooker, turn control
knob to Off; remove plug from outlet.
13. Caution: To prevent damage or shock
hazard do not cook in base. Cook only
in removable liner.
14. Avoid sudden temperature changes,
such as adding refrigerated foods into
a heated crock.
15. Do not operate appliance in any way
other than intended use.
Other Consumer Safety Information
To avoid an electrical circuit overload do not
use a high wattage appliance on the same
circuit with the slow cooker.
The length of the cord used on this appli-
ance was selected to reduce the hazards
of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a
longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an
approved extension cord may be used.
The electrical rating of the extension cord
must be equal to or greater than the rating
of the slow cooker. Care must be taken to
arrange the extension cord so that it will not
drape over the countertop or tabletop where
it can be pulled on by children or acciden-
tally tripped over.
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• Please handle the Crock and Cover
carefully to ensure long life.
• Avoid sudden, extreme temperature
changes. For example, do not place a
hot Cover or Crock into cold water, or
onto a wet surface.
• Avoid hitting the Crock and Cover
against the faucet or other hard
surfaces.
• Do not use Crock or Cover if chipped,
cracked, or severely scratched.
• Do not use abrasive cleansers or
metal scouring pads.
Crock and Glass Cover:
Precautions and Information
• The bottom of the Crock is very rough
and can damage the countertop. Use
caution.
• The Crock and the Cover can become
very hot. Use caution. Do not place
directly on any unprotected surface or
countertop.
• The Crock is microwave safe and
oven proof, but never heat the Crock
when empty. Never place the Crock
on a burner or stove top. Do not place
the Cover in a microwave oven,
conventional oven, or on the stove top.
When removing the Cover, tilt so that
the opening faces away from you to
avoid being burned by steam.
The sides of the Base of the slow
cooker get very warm because
the heating elements are located
here. Use the handles on the Base
if necessary. Use hot mitts to remove
the Crock.
Removing Cover and Crock
Crock Capacity
How much does your slow cooker
hold?
The capacity of your slow cooker refers
to the amount the crock can hold if it is
filled to the rim. However, we DO NOT
recommend filling to the rim.
As a rule, you should select recipes
that yield 1 quart less than the listed
capacity of your crock. For example,
if your slow cooker is labeled as a
6-quart slow cooker, your best results
will be achieved using recipes that yield
5 quarts or less.
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The Control Knob on the slow cooker offers Low and High temperature settings for
cooking. The Keep Warm setting is for holding a
prepared recipe at a perfect serving temperature.
The Keep Warm setting should only be used
after a recipe has been thoroughly cooked. Food
should not be reheated on the Keep Warm setting.
The food must be hot enough to prevent bacterial
growth before using the Keep Warm setting. If
food has been cooked and then refrigerated it must
be reheated on Low or High, then switched to Keep
Warm.
Parts and Features
1. Cover
2. Crock
3. Base Handles
4. Base
5. Control Knob
1. Before first use, wash Cover and
Crock in hot, soapy water. Rinse and
dry. Do not immerse Base in water.
2. Prepare recipe according to instruc-
tions. Place food in Crock and cover.
3. Plug cord into outlet. Select temper-
ature setting.
How to Use Your Slow Cooker
4. When finished, turn Off and unplug
Base. Remove food from Crock.
5. Let Crock and Cover cool slightly
before washing.
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You are probably ready to develop new
recipes for use in your slow cooker. If
the recipe was originally cooked in a
saucepan on the stovetop, or slow
roasted in the oven, adapting the recipe
should be easy.
This slow cooker is designed to bring
ingredients up to cooking temperature
quickly. It may reach a full boil and cook
faster than other slow cookers you have
used. Because the slow cooker reaches
its cooking temperature rapidly, older
recipes may need to be adjusted. Some
recipes may now take less cooking
time.
If You’ve Used a Slow Cooker Before
Cooking in a slow cooker is easy but
different from conventional methods.
Take a few minutes and read “How to
Use” and “Tips for Slow Cooking.” Then
try some of the recipes.
You’ll soon be convinced that a slow
cooker is a necessity. There are also
many slow cooker recipe books avail-
able in the library or book store. If you
have any questions, call our toll-free
customer service number. We’ll be glad
to help.
Our slow cooker heats from the sides.
The Base slowly raises the temperature
of the Crock. Whether cooked on Low
or High, the final temperature of the
food is the same, about 200°F. The
only difference is the amount of time
the cooking process takes. Read the
section on “Adapting Recipes” for more
information.
If You’ve NEVER Used a Slow Cooker
Adapting Recipes
Some ingredients are not suited for
extended cooking in the slow cooker.
Pasta, seafood, milk, cream, or sour
cream should be added 2 hours before
serving. Evaporated milk or condensed
soups are perfect for the slow cooker.
Many things can affect how quickly a
recipe will cook. The water and fat
content of a food, the temperature of
the food, and the size of the food will
all affect the cooking time. Food cut
into pieces will cook faster than whole
roasts or poultry.
Most meat and vegetable combinations
require at least 7 hours on Low.
The higher the fat content of the meat,
the less liquid is needed. If cooking
meat with a high fat content, place
thick onion slices underneath, so the
meat will not sit and cook in the fat.
Slow cookers allow very little evapora-
tion. If making your favorite soup, stew,
or sauce, reduce the liquid or water
called for in the original recipe. If too
thick, liquids can be added later.
If cooking a vegetable-type casserole,
there will need to be liquid in the
recipe to prevent scorching on the
sides of the Crock.
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Care and Cleaning
1. Turn the Control Knob to Off. Unplug
cord from outlet.
2. Remove Crock and Cover from Base
and let cool.
3. Wash the Crock and the Cover in hot,
soapy water. Rinse and dry. The
Crock and the Cover may also be
washed in the dishwasher. If you
have a plastic Cover, please place on
top rack of dishwasher.
4. Wipe the Base with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers.
The Cover of the slow cooker does not
form a tight fit on the Crock but should
be centered on the Crock for best
results. Do not remove the Cover
unnecessarily— this results in major
heat loss. Do not cook without Cover
in place.
Stirring is not necessary when slow
cooking. However, if cooking on High,
you may want to stir occasionally.
Slow cooking retains most of the
moisture in foods. If a recipe results
in too much liquid at the end of the
cooking time, remove the Cover, turn
the Control Knob to High, and reduce
the liquid by simmering. This will take
30 to 45 minutes.
The slow cooker should be at least
half-filled for best results. If only half-
filled, check for doneness 1 to 2 hours
earlier than recipe time.
Tips for Slow Cooking
If cooking soups or stews, leave a
2-inch space between the top of the
Crock and the food so that the recipe
can come to a simmer.
Many recipes call for cooking all day.
If your morning schedule doesn’t allow
time to prepare a recipe, do it the night
before. Place all ingredients in the
Crock, cover and refrigerate overnight.
In the morning, simply place Crock
in the slow cooker and select the
temperature setting.
Meat and poultry require at least 7 to
8 hours on Low. Do not use frozen
uncooked meat in the slow cooker.
Thaw any meat or poultry before slow
cooking.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, do
not immerse.
WARNING
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Optional Features on Selected Models
The Lid Latch secures the cover while moving,
transporting, or storing the slow cooker. To use Lid
Latch, place the white band into the groove located
under one of the handles. Stretch the band to the
other side of the slow cooker and secure it in the
groove under the other handle.
Once the band is attached, it can also be crossed
over the knob to further secure the lid.
The Carrying Case can be used when you need
to transport the slow cooker to another location.
First attach the Lid Latch. Secure the electric cord
of the slow cooker with a rubber band or twist tie.
Then set the slow cooker in the Carrying Case with
the cord under the slow cooker. Fit the handles of
the slow cooker through the openings in the case.
Zip the case and use caution when carrying any
hot foods. The Carrying Case can be cleaned by
wiping with a damp sponge. For bigger spills, hand wash the case in cold water
and mild detergent.
Fire Hazard
Do not plug in and turn on when the slow cooker is still inside the carrying
case.
WARNING
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Recipes
How much does your slow cooker
hold? The capacity of your slow cooker
refers to the amount the crock can hold
if it is filled to the rim. However, we DO
NOT recommend filling to the rim.
As a rule, you should select recipes
that yield 1 quart less than the listed
capacity of your crock. For example,
if your slow cooker is labeled as a
6-quart slow cooker, your best results
will be achieved using recipes that yield
5 quarts or less.
Arroz con Pollo
1 (3 pound) chicken, cut in pieces
1 (14.5 oz) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
10 oz box frozen peas
1 (14 oz) can chicken broth
3⁄4 cup roasted red peppers, drained and cut in strips
1 (8 oz) box Spanish-style yellow rice mix
1 teaspoon garlic salt
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR
High – 4 hours. Makes 4 servings.
Chicken in a Pot
1 (16 oz) package frozen mixed vegetables
1 (1.5 oz) envelope beef stroganoff sauce mix
1 (3 pound) whole chicken
1⁄2teaspoon each: paprika, onion powder, garlic powder
Combine vegetables and sauce mix in crock. Sprinkle seasonings on chicken.
Place chicken in crock over vegetables. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR
High – 4 hours. Makes 4 servings.
New England Boiled Dinner
1 2-pound boneless, smoked ham
1 (16 oz) can whole potatoes, drained
1 (16 oz) bag frozen baby carrots
1 pound cabbage, cut in 6 wedges
1⁄4cup water
Place the meat in the crock and fit the vegetables around it. Add water. Cover and
cook: Low – 6 hours OR High – 3 hours. Makes 4 servings.
1 Dish Meals ........................................ 8
Soups & Stews .................................. 9
Main Dishes .................................. 11
Side Dishes .................................... 14
Miscellaneous .................................. 15
1 Dish Meals
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Chunky Chicken Barley Soup
1 (14 oz) can chicken broth
1 (16 oz) package frozen vegetables for soup or stew
2⁄3cup pearl barley
1 cup fresh mushroom slices
2 cups water
1 (1.8 oz) envelope dry vegetable soup mix
1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut in cubes
1⁄2teaspoon salt
1⁄8teaspoon pepper
Combine all ingredients in crock. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR High – 3
hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Hungarian Beef, Beans, & Barley Stew
2 pounds beef ribs, (cut for barbecue), or boneless short ribs
2 (16 oz) cans red kidney beans, drained
1 (14 oz) can beef broth
1⁄2cup pearl barley
1⁄4cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon paprika
1⁄2teaspoon garlic powder
1⁄2teaspoon salt
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 10 hours
OR High – 5 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Italian-Style Beef Stew
2 pounds boneless beef stewing cubes
1 (10 oz) box frozen mixed vegetables
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoon cup chopped onion
1 (1.5 oz) envelopes beef stew seasoning mix
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 10 hours
OR High – 5 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Manhattan Clam Chowder
1 (32 oz) bottle tomato juice
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
3 (61⁄2oz) cans chopped clams, with liquid
1 (16 oz) bag frozen mixed vegetables for soup or stew
1 (16 oz) can sliced potatoes, drained
1⁄2teaspoon garlic powder
1⁄2teaspoon Italian seasonings
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR
High – 3 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Soups & Stews
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Chili
1 pound hot Italian sausage, removed from casings
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (3/4oz) envelope chili seasoning mix
1 16 oz) can kidney beans, drained
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1 (15 oz) can chicken broth
Crumble sausage and ground beef into large skillet. Add onion. Over medium high
heat, partially cook sausage, ground beef and onion. Place cooked meat mixture
in crock. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR
High – 4 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Vegetarian Vegetable Soup
3 cups (32 oz) tomato plus vegetable juice
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon tablespoon chopped garlic
1⁄4cup chopped onion
1 (16 oz) bag mixed vegetables for soup or stew
1 (14 oz) can vegetable broth
11⁄2cups water
1⁄2teaspoon Italian seasonings
1⁄2teaspoon salt
1⁄2teaspoon sugar
Combine all ingredients in crock. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low – 6 hours OR
High – 3 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Vegetarian Chili
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (3/4oz) envelope chili seasoning
1 (16 oz) can Great Northern beans, drained
1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 oz) can vegetable broth
In a skillet over medium-high heat cook onion in the oil until soft. Place onion mix-
ture into the slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients. Stir to mix. Cover and
cook: Low – 8 hours OR High – 4 hours. Makes about 3 quarts.
Slow Cooked Beef Stew
1-pound bag baby carrots
11⁄2pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cubed
11⁄2large potatoes, cubed
1 (103/4oz) can condensed cream of tomato soup
1 cup water
1 (1.5 oz) envelope beef stew seasoning mix
Cut carrots in half crosswise. Place beef, carrots, and potatoes in slow cooker. In a
bowl, whisk together the soup, water, and seasoning packet. Pour over beef and
vegetables. Cover and cook: Low – 8 hours OR High – 4 hours. Makes
about 3 quarts.
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