INSTRUCTION/RECIPE BOOKLET Buona Tazza™ Super Automatic Single Serve Espresso, Caffè Latte & Cappuccino Machine EM-500 SERIES For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 13. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces or become knotted. We at Cuisinart are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise a degree of care when using electrical appliances and adhere to the following precautions. 15. Strictly follow cleaning and care instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY NOTE: For safety reasons it is recommended you plug your Cuisinart appliance directly into the power outlet. Use in conjunction with a power strip or extension cord is not recommended. 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.
CAUTION: Before using an adapter, it must be determined that the outlet cover plate screw is properly grounded. If in doubt, consult a licensed electrician. Never use an adapter unless you are sure it is properly grounded. IMPORtant UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Note: Use of an adapter is not permitted in Canada. 3. Remove the sample pack of illy’s iperEspresso capsules. CONTENTS 4. Turn the box so that the backside of the machine is down, and slice the espresso maker from the box. 1.
FEATURES AND Benefits 17. Burst of Steam (not shown) Patented technology automatically cleans steam wand after each milk cycle. 18. Power Switch 19. Short Espresso Button 20. Long Espresso Button 21. Manual/Adjustable Strength Control/ Programmable Button 22. Steam Button 23. Cappuccino Button 24. Latte Button 25. Hot Setting Button Select if less-hot coffee temperature is desired. 26. Hotter Setting Button Default coffee temperature setting. 27.
PREPARING YOUR ESPRESSO MACHINE 1. NOTE: This machine is designed exclusively for use with illy’s iperEspresso capsules. Any other type of capsule, pod, or coffee cannot be used. Place the espresso machine on a dry, stable countertop or other flat, sturdy surface where you will be using the machine. Short or Long Pre-Programmed Espresso 1. Using the lever, open the brew head, insert a capsule, and close the brew head.
into the mug. Adjust the length of the stainless steel cover on the wand so it is the proper length for your mug. Press the Steam button to start steaming, and use the steam control dial to control the air/foam. Press again to stop steaming. you allow it to flow, the lighter it will be. Press to start dispensing. When your cup is filled to desired level, press again to stop. PROGRAMMING A CUSTOM SETTING At ready mode, press and hold MANUAL for 3 seconds to customize the SHORT and LONG output. 1.
Auto-Off Mode Following the 30-minute Energy Saver cycle, if there is an additional 30 minutes of non-use, the espresso machine will turn off. Press the power button to turn on again. NOTE: It is recommended to use more froth for cappuccino and latte. If you prefer less froth, use the setting. 5. Press either the Cappuccino button. or Latte 6. The foamed milk will be dispensed into the mug, followed by Cuisinart’s patented Burst of Steam feature that quickly cleans the steam wand.
Step 2: Fresh Water Rinse • Repeat step 1 three times using fresh water in place of vinegar. • This will clean the machine’s plumbing and remove any residual vinegar taste. The machine is now ready for normal use. length of the stainless steel cover on the wand so it is the proper length for your mug. Press the steam button to start steaming water through the tank and wand to clean. Press the steam button again to stop steaming before your mug is full with water.
Problem: The used capsule will not fall into the capsule container. Solution: • That indicates the capsule container is full. Empty the capsule container and then try again, or manually remove the used capsule in the brew head. for approximately 10 minutes. Problem: Cappuccino /Latte buttons flash quickly; all other buttons are off; or all buttons are non-functional. Solution: • The steam boiler detects low or high temperature.
RECIPES 4. Using a large spoon, place one tablespoon of the frothed milk on top of the espresso. Espresso Macchiato.....................................11 5. Serve immediately. Espresso Breve.............................................11 Soy Latte.......................................................11 Flavored Latte...............................................12 Espresso Breve Mochaccino..................................................
Flavored Latte Caffè Mocha Any type of flavored syrup can be used in this recipe. This ultra-rich drink makes a perfect ending to any special meal. Makes 1 serving Makes 1 serving ½ cup skim milk 1 tablespoon flavored syrup 1 illy iperEspresso capsule ½ 1 1 2 1 cup skim milk illy iperEspresso capsule tablespoon chocolate syrup tablespoons whipped cream teaspoon shaved bittersweet chocolate or unsweetened cocoa powder (for garnish) 1. Pour the milk into the milk tank.
Iced Cappuccino 3. When the brewing process is complete, place a new capsule in the brew head and press the Latte button. Stir sugar in to dissolve and cool to at least room temperature. Brew your iced cappuccino to go all in one cup. Makes 1 serving ½ 4 1 ⁄3 1 cup skim milk ice cubes cup whole milk* illy iperEspresso capsule 4. Place beverage, cream and regular ice cubes in a Cuisinart® blender jar. Cover and blend on highest speed until smooth, about 1 minute. 5. Serve immediately. 1.
4. To serve, layer equal amounts of granita and whipped cream in a parfait glass. Garnish with shaved chocolate. 2. Pour evenly into 3 martini glasses. 3. Add an espresso bean or two in each glass for garnish and serve immediately. Affogato Caffè Coretto Dessert for two. Scoop your ice cream in advance and save in the freezer until ready to serve. The perfect closer.
mascarpone, 1⁄3 at a time, until completely incorporated. 3. Once milk/cream mixture comes to a simmer, add the milk/sugar mixture and stir until fully combined. While still set over medium/medium-low heat, stir continuously until mixture boils and thickens so that it can coat the back of a spoon (this will take about 15 minutes, depending on the stove being used). 2. In a shallow bowl, mix the espresso with the remaining 2 tablespoons of rum.
reduced by about 1⁄3 to ½. Right before taking the pan off the heat, swirl in the butter until incorporated. Remove the pan from the heat. 3. Slice the steak in half and spoon gravy over the top or serve on the side. Espresso-Marinated Flank Steak Espresso becomes the star in this easy-to-prepare marinade.
FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT If your Buona Tazza™ Super Automatic Single Serve Espresso, Caffè Latte & Cappuccino Maker should prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair or, if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, please call our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190 or write to: Cuisinart, 7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd. Glendale, AZ 85307. To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, enclose $10.
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