Nostalgia Electrics EQM-200 Quick guide

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EQM-200
Electric Quesadilla Maker
Instructions and Recipes
Appareil Électrique à Quesadillas
Instructions et Recettes
Quesadillera Eléctrica
Instrucciones y Recetas

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
PARTS & ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
HOW TO OPERATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
HELPFUL TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
RECIPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
RETURNS & WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SAFETY
Appliance Specifications:
8” (20.3CM) : 120 Volts , 60 Hz, 900 Watts
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and
on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards
that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard
is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
NEVER immerse appliance nor cord in water.1.
NEVER use near water.2.
NEVER use an abrasive sponge nor cloth on the exterior of the appliance.3.
NEVER leave appliance unattended while in use.4.
NEVER place anything other than what is intended to be cooked in the appliance.5.
Always use ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER™ with Drip Tray in place.6.
Unplug appliance from outlet when not in use and when cleaning.7.
DO NOT place appliance in dishwasher.8.
Keep out of reach of children.9.
This appliance is NOT A TOY.10.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children nor11.
the cognitively challenged without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that12.
they do not play with the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before operating this appliance.1.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Use Handles.2.
DO NOT use outdoors. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.3.
To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse4.
cord, plugs nor appliance in water or any other liquid.
DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the5.
appliance malfunctions, nor if it is dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, or to a repair shop for electrical or mechanical adjustment.
The appliance manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory6.
attachments other than what is supplied with the unit. They may cause injuries.
When any appliance is used by or near children, adult7.
supervision is strongly recommended.
DO NOT place on nor near a hot gas or electric burner, nor in a heated oven.8.
DO NOT overload wall outlet, extension cords, nor integral convenience9.
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
This appliance should not be used for purposes other than10.
stated in the instructions accompanying this appliance.

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DO NOT leave unit unattended while in use nor when plugged into an outlet.11.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before removing parts for cleaning. Allow12.
to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
To reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled or tripping13.
over a long cord, a short power supply cord is provided.
Extreme caution should be used when moving an appliance with hot food.14.
The marked electrical rating of an extension cord should be at15.
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. Electrical
extension cords can be used if care is exercised in their use.
Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself, as opening or16.
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Extreme caution must be used when opening and closing the Lid on this unit. Use17.
an oven mitt or potholder when opening and closing the Lid for additional safety.
Check the Drip Tray frequently during cooking sessions to prevent overflow.18.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!19.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER™.
We are confident that you, your family and friends will enjoy the
fun food experience of creating unique and delicious quesadillas
with your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER™.
Delight in using a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables in your quesadilla•
Enjoy your quesadillas crispy on the outside and hot ‘n juicy on the•
inside! (not soft and soggy like the type made in the microwave)
Unique plate design has pockets that create sectional•
pieces to seal in the flavorful ingredients
Red Power Light (on/off) and Green Ready Light•
Non-stick coating•
Removable Drip Tray•
Stand on edge storage•
Recipes (Included)•
Cook time is only 3-7 minutes•
Easy to use, easy to clean•

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PARTS & ASSEMBLY
HOW TO OPERATE
Before first use, wipe down all surfaces with a damp cloth and dry.1.
The Cooking Surface should be lightly coated with a small amount2.
of vegetable oil. This can be applied with a paper towel. The oil
will help protect the Non-Stick Cooking Surface. This should
be done periodically to maintain the non-stick quality.
Find a dry, suitable, level surface near an electrical outlet.3.
Preheat the appliance by closing the Lid and plugging into an electrical outlet.4.
When the power is on, the Red Power Light will come on. The Green5.
Ready Light will stay off while the appliance is preheating.
While the appliance is preheating, you may prepare the6.
ingredients for your homemade quesadilla.
When the appliance is hot and ready to cook your7.
quesadilla, the Green Ready Light will come on.
REMINDER: NEVER leave the appliance unattended.8.
Non-Stick Cooking Surface
Drip Tray
Locking Lid

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NOTE: The appliance should preheat for a minimum of 3-7 minutes.9.
During this time, you may notice slight smoking or a slight odor; this is
normal with most new appliances. The smoking and odor is caused by
the residues burning off the Cooking Surface and the Heating Element.
Allow the appliance to preheat until smoke and odor no longer exists. The
Green Ready Light will turn on when the appliance is ready to cook.
Slide the Drip Tray under the front of the appliance.10.
Raise the quesadilla maker Lid, always using the front11.
Handle to prevent accidental burns. For additional safety
use an oven mitt or a potholder to open the Lid.
Place a tortilla, centered, on the lower Cooking Surface.12.
Add desired ingredients evenly on top of the bottom tortilla. When13.
all ingredients have been added, top with the second tortilla.
Close the Lid using a potholder or oven mitt.14.
Lock the Lid after lowering.15.
There are two locking positions for the Lid:16.
POSITION 1 POSITION 2
Lock Lid in Position 1 for thinner quesadillas. Lock Lid in17.
Position 2 for more thickly stuffed quesadillas.
DO NOT force the Lid to lock.18.
NOTE: Steam may be released from appliance during cooking. For your19.
safety, avoid contact with steam, as it is very hot and can cause burns.
The cooking time will range between 3-7 minutes, depending20.
on the type of fillings, the amount of fillings and personal taste.
DO NOT overcook! This will cause the cheese and other food
fillings used to melt excessively and run out of tortillas.
Once the quesadilla has completed cooking, raise the Lid with a21.
potholder or oven mitt. Remove the quesadilla from the Cooking Surface
with a flat plastic or wooden utensil. DO NOT use metal utensils, as
this may scratch and damage the non-stick Cooking Surface.
If cooking more than one quesadilla in a session, after removal of the first22.
quesadilla, lower the Lid to maintain heat until ready to cook the next quesadilla.
After unplugging the appliance, make sure the Red Power23.
Light is off to prevent any sparking from the outlet.
Once the appliance is cool, remove the Drip Tray to empty and clean.24.

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HELPFUL TIPS
NEVER leave the unit unattended while operating.
Tortillas are recommended for use in your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA1.
MAKER™. Make sure they are fresh tortillas, not old nor stale.
Make sure fillings are evenly distributed on the bottom tortilla2.
to about 1/2 inch from the edge, so that the edges of the tortilla
can seal together and ingredients stay inside of tortillas.
Use soft ingredients: shredded cheeses, prepared salsa, and thinly cut or3.
shredded cooked meat, chicken and vegetables. Never use anything with bones
nor pits included, nor anything uncooked such as raw meats, chicken, etc.
Avoid processed cheeses as they liquefy quickly4.
and will drain out of the quesadilla.
Do not use more than 1/4 cup of shredded cheese or 1/2 cup of5.
salsa, as they will leak out while cooking your quesadilla.
The average time for cooking a quesadilla, if not overfilled, is 3-7 minutes.6.
Crisping of the tortilla occurs while cooking, therefore,7.
less time cooked = less crisping.
Longer cooking will create a crispier quesadilla. DO NOT overcook quesadilla.8.
NEVER force the Lid to lock, this could result in damage to the hinge of the Lid.9.
Always have the Drip Tray in place when cooking a quesadilla. Check the10.
Drip Tray frequently during cooking sessions to prevent overflow.
Should melting occur that causes leakage of the tortillas,11.
gently wipe up melted cheese, etc. from the non-stick Cooking
Surface before cooking the next quesadilla. This will prevent
burning or scorching of previously melted cheeses, etc.
You can reheat previously cooked quesadillas by placing the quesadilla12.
on the preheated unit, lining up the grill marks on the quesadilla with
the Plate Pockets, lowering the Lid, and reheating for 1-3 minutes.
Always allow the appliance to cool before removing the13.
Drip Tray and wiping out the interior for cleaning.
Your quesadilla has been overtsuffed if it looks like this:14.
No Indentation
From Plate
Pockets
Tortillas Do
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15. To prevent overstuffing, make sure that you do not fill
tortilla on lower plate past the inner rim:
16. Also, make sure that Lid is locked in correct position (see How
To Operate) to ensure that tortillas seal properly.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Please take care of your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER™ by following
these simple instructions and precautions. Cleaning is a snap.
Disconnect from the electrical outlet by unplugging the appliance.•
Make sure the appliance is cool before removing the Drip Tray.•
Empty the Drip Tray, then clean it in hot or warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.•
Wipe the Non-Stick Cooking Surface with a damp, non-•
abrasive cloth or paper towel and dry.
Wipe the exterior with a damp, non-abrasive cloth and dry.•
It is that simple. Remember to periodically coat the Cooking Surface with
vegetable oil to preserve the non-stick finish. This also helps the crisping process.
Inner
Rim
Do Not Fill to
This Point

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RECIPES
With The ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER™, you can use your imagination and
choose your favorite ingredients to create your very own homemade quesadilla.
You can even create two different types of quesadillas at the same time by
adding your favorite ingredients to one half of a tortilla and folding it. Then
add ingredients to one half of a second tortilla and fold it. Place the two halved
tortillas on the Cooking Surface, filling out the space of one whole tortilla.
Close the Lid and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. When done, separate the two halves
and serve. Be creative and ENJOY your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER™!
BASIC CHEESE QUESADILLA
2 Flour Tortillas•
1/4 Cup finely•
shredded Cheese
(Cheddar,
Monterey Jack or
your preference)
1/2 Cup prepared•
Salsa (Note:
You may want to
drain off some of
liquid if runny)
Guacamole or•
small chunks of
Avocado (optional)
Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA
MAKER™ as directed.
Place 1 tortilla on the lower Cooking Surface.
Evenly distribute your choice of cheese(s) on tortilla
(up to a 1/2 inch from the edge of the tortilla).
Top with salsa, spreading evenly over cheese.
Add guacamole or avocado, if desired, by
spreading evenly over cheese and salsa.
Top with the second tortilla.
Close the Lid and cook for 3-7 minutes, depending
on desired crispness and thickness of fillings.
Open Lid with a pot holder or oven mitt.
Remove with wooden or plastic utensil. Place
on plate and serve with additional salsa,
if desired, and top with sour cream.
BREAKFAST QUESADILLA
2 Tortillas•
1/4 Cup•
scrambled Eggs
1/4 Cup•
precooked and
chopped Breakfast
Sausage
1/4 Cup Salsa•
1/4 Cup finely•
shredded Cheddar
Cheese
Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA
MAKER™ as directed.
Place one tortilla on the lower Cooking Surface.
Spread scrambled eggs evenly to within 1/2
inch of the edge of the tortilla. Evenly distribute
sausage bits. Spread salsa evenly, and top by
sprinkling the Cheddar cheese evenly over all.
Place the other tortilla on top and close the Lid. Cook
as directed for 3-7 minutes. Open Lid with pot holder
or oven mitt; serve with salsa or picante sauce.