INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET SMARTPOWER CLASSIC™ 6-SPEED BLENDER SPB-6 Series 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 always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base of blender in water or other liquid. 3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning or removing contents from blender jar.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart SmartPower Classic 6-Speed Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. ® ™ 2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top of corrugated insert. Next remove the top corrugated insert. 3. Remove the corrugated insert containing the blender base from box and set aside.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1. Cover Just press on. Tightfitting seal resists leakage. 3 2 1 2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid Allows you to measure and add ingredients without removing the cover. 5 6 7 8 5. High-quality Cutting Assembly with Patented Stainless Steel Blades Is strong enough for all blender Note: Blades are sharp... handle carefully. tasks, including tough jobs, from ice crushing to chopping delicate herbs.
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 off blender jar when removing blender jar from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.
Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover upwards. Lifting measured pour lid will not remove cover. 3. To start blending: Choose a speed for blending your ingredients. Press the ON button for continuous blending. The LED light will illuminate when the blender is on. 4. To stop blending: To stop the blending process, push the STOP button. 7. To dislodge food: Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help remove food lodged around the cutting assembly.
Tip: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water. Select Mix and run for 30 seconds, or as needed. Repeat, using clean tap water. Empty blender jar and carefully disassemble parts. Wash cutting assembly, gasket and locking ring in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.
RECIPE TIPS The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as well as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and family. Thanks to the superior ice crushing power of the Cuisinart® SmartPower Classic™ Blender, you’ll also be able to make delicious frozen drinks. Chopping Nuts: Place ½ cup shelled nuts in the blender jar and cover blender. Select Chop and pulse until desired chop is achieved. Pulse fewer times for coarsely chopped nuts.
RECIPES Pomegranate & Strawberry Smoothie Before starting any of these or your own recipes, make sure the Cuisinart® Smart Power Classic™ Blender is properly assembled. Follow the assembly directions on page 4 of this instruction booklet for correct blender assembly procedure. With antioxidants and calcium, this delicious and refreshing smoothie is a great way to start the day. If desired, add a scoop of whey or soy protein powder.
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Select Liquefy and blend for 30–35 seconds, until smooth, creamy and completely emulsified. Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Select Liquefy and blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings): Calories 105 (4% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 3g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 23mg • calc.
Place ice cream, milk, and dulce de leche in blender jar in that order. Select Liquefy and blend until smooth, creamy, and homogenous, about 30–40 seconds. Serve in chilled martini glasses as a dessert drink. Garnish with chopped sugared pecans and a slice of fresh peach or strawberry. Nutritional information per serving (one cup): Calories 262 (48% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 5g • fat 14g • sat. fat 8g • chol. 48mg • sod. 114mg • calc.
Pink Grapefruit Berry Slushy Simple Basic Frozen Daiquiri Makes about 4 cups Makes 8 servings 2 6 5 3 6 ¼ ½ 6 cups pink grapefruit wedges (peel, pith, seeds and membrane removed) ounces cranberry juice cup orgeat syrup* cup frozen raspberries or strawberries ice cubes Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Select Liquefy and blend for 25–30 seconds until smooth and well blended. Serve immediately, garnished with a wedge of pink grapefruit, some fresh raspberries and a sprig of mint.
APPETIZERS, DIPS, SPREADS Lemon Herb Hummus This popular Middle Eastern spread is simple to make in your Cuisinart ® SmartPower Classic™ Blender – we have spiced it up just a bit. Serve with pita wedges or use as a spread for sandwiches.
HOT AND COLD SOUPS Creamy Tomato & Red Pepper Bisque Cream of Asparagus Soup Makes eight 6-ounce servings Preparation time: 30–35 minutes Makes 8 servings Preparation: 15 minutes active, 35–40 minutes total ¾ 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 ½ 3 ⁄8 1 ½ teaspoon unsalted butter teaspoon extra virgin olive oil small onion (4 ounces), peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces rib celery (2 ounces), cleaned, cut into ½-inch pieces carrot (2 ounces), peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces tablespoon white rice teaspoon basil cups fat-
ENTRÉES Rustic Tomato Sauce Ricotta Spinach Pie Somewhat like a crustless quiche, Ricotta Spinach Pie can be served with Rustic Tomato Sauce as a simple supper entrée.
DRESSINGS, VINAIGRETTES, MARINADES Place the cooked peppers with the reserved roasted peppers (discard garlic or reserve for later use) in the blender jar. Add salt and lemon juice. Select Purée and blend for about 30 seconds. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking. Red Pepper Coulis Nutritional information per serving (¼ cup): Calories 51 (21% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 2g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 103mg • calc.
Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing Basic Vinaigrette Traditional Caesar salads are made with crisp romaine lettuce, croutons, freshly grated Parmesan and a richly flavored dressing with garlic, anchovies and raw eggs. Our updated version uses a pasteurized liquid egg substitute and adds the flavor of balsamic vinegar for a little twist. This basic vinaigrette is perfect for a crisp green salad. You may add herbs or use flavored vinegars.
1 ½ tablespoon fresh cilantro, roughly chopped teaspoon kosher salt DESSERTS & SWEET SAUCES Cookie Crust Pumpkin Pie Place garlic, shallot, ginger, and chile in the blender jar. Select Chop, then pulse 3–4 times to roughly chop. Add remaining ingredients. Select Liquefy and blend for 20–30 seconds until smooth and thick. **Note: If you use the marinade as a sauce after it has been used on raw seafood or chicken, bring it to a boil for 5 minutes in a saucepan first.
cools. Place the pie on a rack and cool completely before serving. Refrigerate after completely cool. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 252 (41% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 5g • fat 12g • sat. fat 4g • chol. 42mg • sod. 117mg • calc. 129mg • fiber 2g Quick Berry Sauce Makes 2 cups 12 1 1 1 ounces fresh or frozen, thawed strawberries or raspberries cup red berry preserves tablespoon sugar tablespoon fresh lemon juice Place all ingredients in blender jar; cover blender jar. Select Purée.
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Version no.: SPB6 IB-5916ATX Size: 216mm(W) x 178mm (H) Total pages: 20 Material: Cover : 157gsm Matt Artpaper Inside : 120gsm Gloss Artpaper Coating: Varnishing in cover page Color: Cover:4C + 1C / Inside:1C + 1C Date: 11-16-2005 P. O. No.
