Monoprice 27843 User manual

MONOPRICE
Strata Home Pro Blender
P/N 27843
User's Manual

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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES..............................................................................................................................................................4
CUSTOMER SERVICE...........................................................................................................................................................................................................5
PACKAGE CONTENTS........................................................................................................................................................................................................5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Blender..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Control Panel...............................................................................................................................................................................................................6
BEFORE FIRST USE................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
OPERATION................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
PULSE MODE.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
TECHNICAL SUPPORT........................................................................................................................................................................................................8
SAMPLE RECIPES................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
DIPS............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Hummus...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Avocado Dip...............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Beetroot Dip...............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Spinach Dip .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Smoked Trout Dip.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
White Bean and Chive Dip............................................................................................................................................................................ 12
SOUPS..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Pumpkin Soup........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Broccoli Soup ............................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Potato and Leek Soup.......................................................................................................................................................................................15
Sweet Potato, Ginger, and Mirrin Soup............................................................................................................................................ 15
Tomato, Zucchini, and Basil Soup ..........................................................................................................................................................16
SAUCES...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17

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Basil and Pine Nut Pesto..................................................................................................................................................................................17
Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto ................................................................................................................................................................................18
Romesco Sauce .......................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Napolitana Sauce................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Bolognaise Sauce..................................................................................................................................................................................................20
DESSERTS............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
Banana and Honey Ice Cream................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Apple and Cinnamon Ice Cream............................................................................................................................................................. 23
Mango Sorbet.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Strawberry and Chocolate Dessert Sauce.....................................................................................................................................24
Whipped Chantilly Cream ............................................................................................................................................................................24
Chocolate and Mint Mousse......................................................................................................................................................................25
SMOOTHIES AND JUICES......................................................................................................................................................................................26
Healthy Green Smoothie...............................................................................................................................................................................26
Berry and Banana Smoothie....................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Peach and Honey Smoothie ....................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Almond and Cinnamon Milkshake........................................................................................................................................................ 27
Apple and Watermelon Juice....................................................................................................................................................................28
NUT MILKS AND BUTTERS...................................................................................................................................................................................29
Almond Milk..............................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Cashew Nut Milk...................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Peanut Butter...........................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Hazelnut and Brazil Nut Butter................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Cashew and Chocolate Spread ................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Almond and Honey Spread ......................................................................................................................................................................... 32

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
This device is intended for indoor use only.
Do not immerse the base in water. If it does fall into water, immediately unplug it
and allow it to dry completely before attempting to use it again. If the base needs
cleaning, wipe the outside with a cloth dampened in warm water.
Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected cables with wet
hands.
Wash the blending jug, lid, and blades with soap and warm water after each use.
Allow the parts to fully dry before storing them.
Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if
physical damage has occurred.
Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the
same type and level of power required by the device.
This device uses a grounded power cord and requires a ground connection for safe
operation. Ensure that the power source has a proper ground connection. Do not
modify the plug or use a "cheater" plug to bypass the ground connection.
Unplug the blender when not actively blending food or beverages.
Unplug the blender prior to cleaning it.
Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become
crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that the
power cord does not present a tripping hazard.
Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the connector
head or adapter body.
This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or
modify this device.
Do not leave the blender unattended while it is in use.

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This device is intended for use by adults and mature children with adult supervision
only.
Warning! The blades are very sharp. Do not reach into the blender when it is on its
base. Do not operate if the blades are broken or loose.
Do not overload the blender. Do not add food or liquid above the maximum level
line on the blending jug.
Do not operate the blender continuously for more than 10 minutes.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your ordering,
purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any problem with your
order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice
Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website
www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-Sun: 9am-
6pm PT) or via email at [email protected]
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a
replacement.
1x Blender base
1x Blending jug
1x Blending blades
1x Lid
1x User's Manual

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Blender
Control Panel

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BEFORE FIRST USE
Perform the following steps prior to using the blender for the first time.
1. Thoroughly wash the blending jug, lid, and blades with warm, soapy water.
2. Place the blender base on a flat, stable surface within reach of a grounded AC
power outlet.
3. Ensure that the lid is properly and firmly seated on the blending jug before
attempting to blend food or beverages.
4. Ensure that the blending jug is firmly seated on the base before attempting to
blend food or beverages.
OPERATION
Perform the following steps to blend food or beverages.
1. Place the blender base on a flat, stable surface within reach of a grounded AC
power outlet.
2. Place the proper food or beverage items inside the blending jug.
3. If necessary, add water or other liquid to a point midway between the minimum
and maximum liquid level lines on the blending jug.
4. Ensure that the lid is properly and firmly seated on the blending jug.
5. Ensure that the blending jug is firmly seated on the base.
6. Set the speed dial to the minimum position.
7. Plug the blender's power cord into the nearby AC power outlet.
8. With one hand, hold the lid to ensure it does not come off while blending.
9. Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position, then slowly increase the speed dial to
the appropriate speed.
10. When blending is complete, put the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
11. Unplug the blender from the AC power outlet.

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12. Remove the blending jug from the base, then remove the lid from the blending jug.
13. Pour the blended food or beverage into an appropriate container.
14. Thoroughly wash the blending jug, lid, and blades with warm, soapy water, then
rinse the parts and allow them to fully dry before storing the blender.
PULSE MODE
Instead of using the main ON/OFF switch, you can use the blender in pulse mode by
momentarily pressing down on the Pulse switch. The blender will operate as long as the
Pulse switch is held down in the ON position.
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage
Frequency
Power
Capacity
Max. Speed
120 VAC
60 Hz
1450 watts
2 liters
32000 rpm
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any
questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product
recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online
to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. Technical
support is available through the online chat button on our website www.monoprice.com
during regular business hours, 7 days a week. You can also get assistance through email by
sending a message to [e-mail]

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SAMPLE RECIPES
DIPS
Perfect for easy entertaining, these simple dip recipes are healthy and delicious. Each of
these recipes can be prepared ahead of time to take the stress out of preparing your event.
Alternatively, store them in the fridge for a quick snack that should last for 2-3 days. Serve
with biscuits, bread, corn chips, or vegetable sticks.
Hummus
14 oz. (400g) can chickpeas, drained and washed
2 garlic cloves
2.5 fl. oz. (75ml) extra virgin olive oil or vegetable oil
1.5 tbsp tahini paste
2 tsp cumin, ground
1 lemon, small, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place all the ingredients into the blender.

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2. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed to medium.
3. Once blended to a paste, remove and serve.
Avocado Dip
2 avocados, peeled and de-seeded
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 lemon, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place all the ingredients into the blender.
2. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed to medium.
3. Once blended to a paste, remove and serve.
Beetroot Dip
16 oz. (450g) can beetroot, drained
9 oz. (250g) cream cheese, softened
1 garlic clove
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the beetroot, garlic clove, and olive oil into the blender.
2. Blend on medium speed for 5-10 seconds.
3. Add the cream cheese, breaking it up into small pieces.
4. Blend on low speed until all ingredients are combined.

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5. Season to taste and serve.
Spinach Dip
1 cup mayonnaise
9 oz. (250g) frozen spinach, defrosted
1 lemon, small, juiced
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp nutmeg, ground
1 garlic clove
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place all the ingredients, except the spinach, into the blender.
2. Blend on medium speed for 5-10 seconds.
3. Add the defrosted spinach.
4. Pulse until the desired consistency is reached.
5. Season to taste and serve.
Smoked Trout Dip
1 whole smoked trout with skin and bones removed
2 tbsp capers
1 tsp fresh dill
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 lemon, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste

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1. Place the capers, dill, yogurt, and lemon juice into the blender.
2. Blend on medium speed for 5 seconds.
3. Add the smoked trout.
4. Pulse 2-3 times to break up the trout slightly, then continue blending until the
desired consistency is reached.
5. Season to taste and serve.
White Bean and Chive Dip
14 oz. (400g) can cannellini beans, drained and washed
2 garlic cloves
2.5 fl. oz. (75ml) olive or vegetable oil
1.5 tbsp tahini paste
2 tsp chives, chopped
1 lemon, small, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place all the ingredients, except the chives, into the blender.
2. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed to medium.
3. Once blended to a paste, remove.
4. Stir in the chives and serve.

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SOUPS
The blender is the perfect tool in the kitchen for creating warming, healthy soups. So
simple to make, the blender will puree the ingredients for a delicious meal, ready in
minutes. Soup is a great way to incorporate extra vegetables into your diet. Now you can
enjoy freshly cooked soup any day of the week.
Pumpkin Soup
Serves 4
18 oz. (500g) pumpkin, peeled, de-seeded, and chopped
1 cup vegetable stock or water
1 brown onion, peeled and quartered
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cream, to garnish
1. Place the onion, stock or water, nutmeg, and cumin into the blender.

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2. Start blending on low speed.
3. Slowly add the pumpkin through the small opening in the lid.
4. Gradually increase the speed to maximum.
5. Once all the ingredients are pureed, blend on maximum speed for 5 minutes, or until
steaming.
6. Season to taste, garnish with cream, and serve.
Broccoli Soup
Serves 4
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium brown onion, quartered
1 stalk celery, roughly chopped
1 medium potato, peeled and chopped
4 cups broccoli, including stems, roughly chopped
2 cups vegetable stock or water
1 1/2 cups milk
1. Place the olive oil in a saucepan on medium heat.
2. Place the onion and celery into the blender and chop on medium speed.
3. Remove the onion and celery from the blender and soften in the pan.
4. Add the onion and celery back into the blender, then add the stock, milk, broccoli,
and potato.
5. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed to maximum.
6. Blend for approximately 5 minutes, or until steaming.
7. Season to taste and serve.

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Potato and Leek Soup
Serves 6
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 stalk celery, roughly chopped
21 oz. (600g) potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 large leek, roughly chopped
27 fl. oz. (800ml) vegetable stock
4 tbsp cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the olive oil in a pan or saucepan on medium heat.
2. Place the celery and leek into blender and chop on medium speed.
3. Remove the celery and leek from the blender and soften in the pan.
4. Add the celery and leek back into the blender, then add the stock and potatoes.
5. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed to maximum.
6. Blend for approximately 5 minutes, or until steaming.
7. Stir in the cream, season to taste, and serve.
Sweet Potato, Ginger, and Mirrin Soup
Serves 4
1 thumb-sized piece of ginger
1/2 medium brown onion, peeled and quartered
2 cups sweet potato, peeled and chopped
2 cups vegetable stock or water
4 tbsp mirin or 2 tbsp white wine vinegar

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Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the ginger, onion, and vegetable stock into the blender.
2. Start blending on low speed.
3. Add the sweet potato through the small hole in the lid.
4. Gradually increase the speed to maximum.
5. Once all the ingredients are pureed, blend on maximum speed for 5 minutes, or until
steaming.
6. Stir in the mirin (or white wine vinegar), season to taste, and serve.
Tomato, Zucchini, and Basil Soup
Serves 4
1/2 small red onion, peeled
2 garlic cloves
2 cups vegetable stock or water
1 zucchini
4 medium tomatoes
1/2 bunch basil
Extra virgin olive oil, to garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the onion, garlic, vegetable stock, zucchini, and tomatoes into the blender.
2. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed and continue to
blend for 5 minutes, or until steaming.
3. Add the basil and continue blending for another 5 seconds.
4. Season to taste and serve.

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SAUCES
A staple in any kitchen, sauces can be the finishing touch that separates a good meal from
a great one. Simple sauces can be added to pasta, rice, or sandwiches for an extra bit of
flavor.
Basil and Pine Nut Pesto
1/2 garlic clove
1 bunch basil, including stems and leaves
2 tbsp toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Extra virgin olive oil
Lemon juice, to taste
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the garlic, basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, and small amount of olive oil into
the blender.
2. Blend on low speed until all ingredients are well chopped.

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3. Increase the speed to medium and add more olive oil until the desired consistency
is reached.
4. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Note: If storing the pesto for any length of time, cover the sauce with a layer of olive oil to
prevent oxidation, which could cause the basil to brown slightly.
Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
1 garlic clove
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the tomatoes, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, and a small amount of olive
oil into the blender.
2. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed and add more olive
oil until the desired consistency is reached. You may need to turn the blender off
and unplug it from the power outlet, then scrape down the sides.
3. Continue blending until all ingredients are evenly pureed.
4. Serve immediately or store in the fridge in an air tight container for 2-3 days.
Romesco Sauce
2 red capsicum, quartered and de-seeded
4 garlic cloves
1 medium tomato

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4.5 oz. (125g) whole blanched almonds
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 fresh chili
1. Place the capsicum, skin side up, on an oven tray under a grill on high heat.
2. Grill for 5-10 minutes or until the skins are blackened.
3. Place the blackened capsicum in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
4. Refrigerate the bowl until the contents are cooled.
5. Remove the capsicum from the bowl, then peel and discard the skins.
6. Place all the ingredients into the blender.
7. Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase the speed and add more olive
oil until the desired consistency is reached. You may need to turn the blender off
and unplug it from the power outlet, then scrape down the sides.
8. Season to taste and serve immediately or store in the fridge in an air tight container
for 2-3 days.
Tip: This recipe is great with barbecued meats or as a sauce for any pasta.
Napolitana Sauce
1 medium brown onion, peeled and quartered
2 garlic cloves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 14 oz. (400g) cans diced tomatoes
Handful of fresh herbs, such as thyme, oregano, and basil, or 1 tbsp mixed dried
herbs

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Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the onion and garlic into the blender.
2. Blend on medium speed for 5-10 seconds or until roughly chopped.
3. Add the chopped onion and garlic mixture to a saucepan on medium heat and
soften.
4. Place the tomatoes and herbs into the blender.
5. Blend on medium speed for 10-15 seconds or until smooth.
6. Add the tomato and herb mixture to the saucepan and simmer for 10-15 minutes,
stirring regularly. Simmering for longer will break down the tomato and enhance the
flavor.
7. Season to taste.
8. Stir in pasta and serve with parmesan cheese.
Bolognaise Sauce
1 medium brown onion, peeled and quartered
2 garlic cloves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 14 oz. (400g) cans of diced tomatoes
18 oz. (500g) lean beef, veal, or pork, cubed or ground
8.5 fl. oz. (250ml) beef stock or water
Handful of fresh herbs, such as thyme, oregano, and basil, or 1 tbsp mixed dried
herbs
Salt and pepper, to taste
1. Place the onion and garlic into the blender.