INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET SMARTPOWER PREMIER™ 600-WATT BLENDER CBT-500C For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should 14. Always operate blender with the cover in place. always be followed, including the following: 16. When blending HOT liquids, remove measured pour lid (center piece of cover) to allow steam to escape. 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put blender motor base in water or other liquid. 3.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600 Watt Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. The Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier™ 600-Watt Blender is constructed with a heavy die-cast metal base and 50-ounce glass blender jar. This dynamic new look for blending - solid, sophisticated, and elegantly commercial - is perfect for today’s gourmet kitchen. 2.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS 2. 1. Cover Just press on. Tight-fitting seal resists leakage. 1. 2. Measured Pour Lid Allows you to measure and add ingredients without removing the cover. 3. 3. 50-oz. Glass Jar Has a unique, sturdy, widemouth design. 5. 4. Leak-proof Rubber Gasket (not shown) Holds the glass jar snugly in position for safe operation. 6. 7. 8b. 8c. 8. 8a. 9. 10. 5.
HELPFUL REMINDERS • Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added during blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid. • Cover should always be in place while the unit is on. • Warning: Do not place blender jar onto base while motor is running. • Do not twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender jar from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
Push the button corresponding to the speed in which you are currently blending. For example: If you are blending on HIGH speed, push the HIGH speed button and the blender will stop blending, but the unit will remain on. 600-Watt Blender features a 5-minute Count-up™ Timer, so that you can time your recipes and guarantee perfect results. The timer begins counting from 0 as soon as you push your desired speed: HIGH, LOW, PULSE or ICE CRUSH.
9. TO DISLODGE FOOD: Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help remove food lodged around the cutting assembly. DO NOT USE SPATULA UNTIL YOU HAVE TURNED THE BLENDER OFF. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and continue blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the blender jar before blending. 10. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the OFF button and unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the blender jar from the motor base until the blender is off.
• Pulses should be short bursts. Space the pulses so the blades stop rotating between pulses. Don’t: • Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar. • Don’t place cutting assembly and locking ring onto motor base without the blender jar attached. • Do not attempt to mash potatoes, knead heavy dough, or beat egg whites. • Don’t remove blender jar while unit is on. Keep the blender jar cover on the blender jar while blending.
bits of butter will begin to form.) If desired add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sugar and 1-2 teaspoons (5-10 ml) of vanilla or other flavouring. Consistency with be that of a thickened, but not fluffy whipped cream and is most appropriate for topping desserts or coffee drinks. When using the blender to purée hot mixtures such as creamed soups and baby foods, strain the solids from the liquid, reserving the cooking liquid.
protein and a nice alternative to using dairy products in smoothies. Change the fruits to suit your own taste. Makes 48 ounces 2 Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed; cover blender jar. Set on High. Blend until smooth, creamy and thick, about 40 to 50 seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses with straws. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 223 (30% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 9g • fat 8g • sat. fat 5g • chol. 39mg • sod. 131mg • calc.
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Place cover on blender jar. Blend on High for 30 to 40 seconds until the mixture is smooth and slushy in texture. Turn blender off. Serve immediately. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 158 (1% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 0g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod 5mg • calc. 9mg • fiber 1g FROZEN DAIQUIRI 2-3 cloves garlic, peeled A classic frozen cocktail.
Nutritional information per tablespoon: Calories 23 (44% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 1g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 34mg • calc. 8mg • fiber 1g Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons): Calories 48 (56% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 3g • fat 3g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 6mg • sod. 135mg • calc. 39mg • fiber 0g SUN-DRIED TOMATO, GARLIC & HERB CHEESE SPREAD CHILLED GAZPACHO Serve with crackers, crudités, as a sandwich spread or a topping for baked potatoes.
smooth, about 20 to 30 seconds. Add as much remaining orange juice as necessary to adjust consistency to that of a thick soup. Chill completely before serving. May be garnished with fresh raspberries or blueberries and a sprig of mint. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 68 (2% from fat) • carb. 17g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 14mg • calc. 17mg • fiber 1g CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP Make this soup in the spring when asparagus is at its most flavourful.
CREAMY TOMATO & RED PEPPER BISQUE Creamy tomato soup that is special enough for any occasion. Makes 8 servings 1 teaspoon (5 ml) unsalted butter 1 teaspoon (5 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1 small onion (4 ounces), peeled, cut in 1/2" (1.3 cm) pieces 1 rib celery (2 ounces/57 g), cleaned, cut in 1/2" (1.3 cm) pieces 1 carrot (2 ounces/57 g), peeled, cut in 1/2" (1.
1/2 teaspoon (2 ml) freshly ground black or white pepper 2 carrots (4 ounces), peeled and cut in 1/2" (1.3 cm) pieces Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a pastry brush to coat a 10" deep dish pie plate with olive oil and set aside. Place Asiago cheese cubes in blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on Low and Pulse 10 to 12 times to grind the cheese. Remove and reserve. Place bread cubes in blender jar, pulse 5 to 10 times to grind; add basil, blend for 5 seconds. Remove and reserve.
Calories 58 (90% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 6g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 1mg • sod. 74mg • calc. 18mg • fiber 0g CRACKED PEPPER PARMESAN DRESSING A great dressing for pasta salad. JAPANESE CARROT GINGER DRESSING Makes 1-1/3 cups (330 ml) 2 teaspoons (10 ml) whole black peppercorns 1 ounce Reggiano Parmesan, cut in 1/2" (1.3 cm) or smaller cubes 1 shallot, about 1 ounce, peeled, cut in 1/2" (1.
WASABI GINGER SAUCE/MARINADE * Available in Asian markets or gourmet/ethnic foods section of grocery stores. 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dry thyme leaves 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dry basil Use this versatile sauce as a marinade for meats and seafood, a dressing for salads, or a dipping sauce for potstickers, dumplings or Mongolian Hot Pot. Tip: Use about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of marinade per portion.
1 can (12 ounces/355 ml) evaporated fat free milk 1 can (15-16 ounces, 11⁄2 cups) solid pack pumpkin (not pie filling) 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch Nutritional information per serving: Calories 252 (41% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 5g • fat 12g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 42mg • sod. 117mg • calc.
airtight container in refrigerator. Serve with desserts, pancakes or waffles. Nutritional information per serving (based on 8 servings): Calories 128 (0% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 5mg • calc. 14mg • fiber 2g CHOCOLATE SAUCE Change the Vanilla to Mint for Mint Chocolate sauce. Makes 1-1/4 cups / 20 tablespoons (300 ml) 4 ounces (115 g) good quality bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, broken into 1/2" (1.
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