INSTRUCTION & RECIPE BOOKLET Egg Central CEC-10 For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
12. To avoid damage to cord and possible fire or electrocution hazard, do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including a stove. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed: 13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 14. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. 2.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 7. Indicator Light: When switch is in the ON position, indicator light will turn on. When the switch is in the OFF position, the light will turn off. 8. On/Off Switch with Audible Alerts: When eggs are finished cooking, a continuous audible tone will sound until the Egg Central is manually turned off. 9. Egg Holders: Two holders are included for serving cooked eggs in shells. 10.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 4. Position the lower egg cooking rack over the base of the unit. The ribs on side handles should be facing upward. To assemble your Cuisinart® Egg Central appliance for hard, medium, or soft cooked eggs: 5. Select the proper tray for use, and place on top of the lower egg cooking rack. 6. Place the stainless steel lid over the cooking tray. 1. Rinse all removable parts in hot soapy water or in a dishwasher (top rack only) before each use.
8. Place lid on top of unit and slide power switch to the ON position. Indicator light will be lit. 4. Pour cold water into heating plate. 9. When water is completely evaporated, the cooking cycle ends and a steady audible tone will sound and indicator light will turn off. NOTE: Cooking time will vary depending on number of eggs and consistency. 6. Break one egg for each poaching section – cooks up to four poached eggs. 5. Lightly butter or spray vegetable oil on poaching tray. 7.
cess. Always pierce the top of the egg, as in the side of the egg which was facing up when stored in the refrigerator. 5. Lightly butter or spray vegetable oil on omelet tray. 6. Break up to 3 eggs into a separate bowl and mix. Pour beaten mixture into omelet tray. (see page 9 for suggestions). • D on’t know if your eggs are fresh? Place them in a bowl of salted cool water. If they sink, they are fresh – if they float, they are not. 7. Place lower cooking rack over the base of the unit.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE range. You will find this is most useful when preparing poached eggs, but you may find a need to play with the water amounts for the other types of eggs as well. Always unplug your Cuisinart® Egg Central appliance from the electrical outlet before cleaning. • P oached eggs may be made in advance and then reheated prior to use. When doing so, undercook the eggs slightly by using less water, and then immediately cool by placing in the refrigerator.
RECIPES Egg Salad This basic egg salad is great for sandwiches. It can be “dressed up” by adding chopped green onion or shallot, chopped pickles, chopped sun-dried tomatoes or chopped fresh herbs. Deviled Eggs The quintessential hors d’oeuvre.
2 English muffins, split and toasted 3. Add the remaining ingredients, stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. ½ cup hollandaise sauce (recipe on this page) 1. In large sauté pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the spinach, a little bit at a time. Cook until bright and just wilted. Keep warm. Nutritional information per serving (½ cup): Calories 256 (81% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 11g • fat 23g • sat. fat 5g • chol. 317mg • sod. 349mg • calc. 50mg • fiber 0g 2.
2. Once thickened, slowly whisk in the melted butter until completely combined. Stir in spices. If sauce is too thick, thin out with some water or extra lemon juice. 1 tablespoon goat cheese, crumbled 3. Use immediately. 2 teaspoons grated Parmesan pinch kosher salt pinch freshly ground black pepper Pepper and Onion nonstick cooking spray Nutritional information per serving: Calories 128 (94% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 1g • fat 13g • sat. fat 8g • chol. 122mg • sod. 152mg • calc.
1 large egg Nutritional information per omelet (plain): Calories 243 (58% from fat) • carb. 4g • pro. 21g • fat 15g • sat. fat 5g • chol. 563mg • sod. 337mg • calc. 152mg • fiber 0g ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract pinch table salt 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Nutritional information per omelet (cheese and chives): Calories 301 (61% from fat) • carb. 4g • pro. 24g • fat 20g • sat. fat 8g • chol. 577mg • sod. 425mg • calc. 257mg • fiber 0g 2 – 3 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips 1.
WARRANTY Please pay by check or money order. (California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-720-0190 for shipping instructions). Three-Year Limited Warranty NOTE: For added protection and secure handling of any Cuisinart® product that is being returned, we recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us.
Before Returning Your Cuisinart Product If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart® Egg Central, we suggest that you call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-0190 before returning the product for servicing. Often, our Consumer Service Representatives can help solve the problem without having the product serviced. If servicing is needed, a Representative can confirm whether the product is under warranty and direct you to the nearest service location.
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