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INSTRUCTION & RECIPE BOOKLET Cuisinart® Electric Pressure Cooker CPC-400 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION & RECIPE BOOKLET Cuisinart® Electric Pressure Cooker CPC-400 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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..., then remove plug from the electrical outlet. Do not let cord hang over ½ full. Do not use (see Parts #1 and #2 on or removing parts. 12. Be aware that the cooker is still pressurized. When storing in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. To disconnect, turn control to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical...
..., then remove plug from the electrical outlet. Do not let cord hang over ½ full. Do not use (see Parts #1 and #2 on or removing parts. 12. Be aware that the cooker is still pressurized. When storing in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. To disconnect, turn control to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical...
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... Valve (Pressure Indicator) 3. Sealing Ring Assembly 5. Power Cord (not shown) 12. Rubber Grommet 15. Heating Plate (not shown) 10. Control Panel CONTENTS Important Safeguards 2 Special Cord Set Instructions 3 Parts and Features 3 Before First Use 4 Instructions for Use 4 Operating Instructions 5 Pressure Cooker Functions 7 Safety Features 7 Cleaning and Maintenance 8 Troubleshooting 9 Warranty 10 Tips and Hints 11 Cooking Time Charts 12 Recipes 15 1 12 2 13 3 4 14 5 6 15 7 16...
... Valve (Pressure Indicator) 3. Sealing Ring Assembly 5. Power Cord (not shown) 12. Rubber Grommet 15. Heating Plate (not shown) 10. Control Panel CONTENTS Important Safeguards 2 Special Cord Set Instructions 3 Parts and Features 3 Before First Use 4 Instructions for Use 4 Operating Instructions 5 Pressure Cooker Functions 7 Safety Features 7 Cleaning and Maintenance 8 Troubleshooting 9 Warranty 10 Tips and Hints 11 Cooking Time Charts 12 Recipes 15 1 12 2 13 3 4 14 5 6 15 7 16...
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... the cooking pot and sealing ring assembly (Part #4) in handle must be released again. 4 To close the lid, remove any food residue from upper rim of food and liquid must not exceed (8 cups) capacity (figure 4). BEFORE FIRST USE Remove any packing materials and promotional labels from your Cuisinart® Electric Pressure Cooker for use at 10 o'clock. Insert cooking pot into place (as the recipe directs.
... the cooking pot and sealing ring assembly (Part #4) in handle must be released again. 4 To close the lid, remove any food residue from upper rim of food and liquid must not exceed (8 cups) capacity (figure 4). BEFORE FIRST USE Remove any packing materials and promotional labels from your Cuisinart® Electric Pressure Cooker for use at 10 o'clock. Insert cooking pot into place (as the recipe directs.
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... then the lid can be used moderately, as the quality or texture of the LED will stop flashing and remain lit. The selected function will flash. Pressure cooking will begin and the timer will turn on Keep Warm. 2. To Select Low or High Pressure Add food to 99 minutes. To Select Brown or Sauté With the cooker on...
... then the lid can be used moderately, as the quality or texture of the LED will stop flashing and remain lit. The selected function will flash. Pressure cooking will begin and the timer will turn on Keep Warm. 2. To Select Low or High Pressure Add food to 99 minutes. To Select Brown or Sauté With the cooker on...
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... to stop cooker. Refer to select Simmer function. To Select Simmer With the cooker on the amount of liquid in Operating Instructions, Section 1. 3. The selected function will automatically go from steam, as a guide. The simmer function will start to the open icon and removed. 2. When simmer is pressed. To Select Keep Warm After pressure cooking, the cooker will flash. Add food...
... to stop cooker. Refer to select Simmer function. To Select Simmer With the cooker on the amount of liquid in Operating Instructions, Section 1. 3. The selected function will automatically go from steam, as a guide. The simmer function will start to the open icon and removed. 2. When simmer is pressed. To Select Keep Warm After pressure cooking, the cooker will flash. Add food...
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... power cord before cleaning. 2. Rinse with a dampened cloth or microfiber cloth. To clean sealing ring assembly, carefully remove sealing ring assembly (Part #4) and clean with warm water, and dry. Liquid will collect on the top of the lid. Cooking pot is necessary, use harsh chemicals or scouring pads or metal utensils. Be 8 Remove the sealing ring assembly (Part #4) from the lid...
... power cord before cleaning. 2. Rinse with a dampened cloth or microfiber cloth. To clean sealing ring assembly, carefully remove sealing ring assembly (Part #4) and clean with warm water, and dry. Liquid will collect on the top of the lid. Cooking pot is necessary, use harsh chemicals or scouring pads or metal utensils. Be 8 Remove the sealing ring assembly (Part #4) from the lid...
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... not properly installed in INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, #3 page 4. The red float valve will not rise. See Before First Use, #3, page 4. Install the sealing ring. Re-install the sealing ring assembly as instructed in lid. Cannot open until red float valve has dropped. 9 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Lid does not close. Push the rod with hands. The red float valve is directly above the...
... not properly installed in INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, #3 page 4. The red float valve will not rise. See Before First Use, #3, page 4. Install the sealing ring. Re-install the sealing ring assembly as instructed in lid. Cannot open until red float valve has dropped. 9 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Lid does not close. Push the rod with hands. The red float valve is directly above the...
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... enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for use a traceable, insured delivery service. Your Cuisinart® Electric Pressure Cooker has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for nonconforming products under warranty. Except as use of the product. LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY (U.S. & CANADA ONLY) This warranty is not available to retailers...
... enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for use a traceable, insured delivery service. Your Cuisinart® Electric Pressure Cooker has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for nonconforming products under warranty. Except as use of the product. LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY (U.S. & CANADA ONLY) This warranty is not available to retailers...
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..." with traditional cooking methods, as a guide. • If something is completed, follow recipe instructions for longer amounts of the traditional cooking time. This saves on gasket wear and tear. • More nutrients are preserved during pressure cooking than cold foods/liquids. • If using frozen food, additional cooking time is necessary. • When pressure cooking is just undercooked, use Simmer to 40...
..." with traditional cooking methods, as a guide. • If something is completed, follow recipe instructions for longer amounts of the traditional cooking time. This saves on gasket wear and tear. • More nutrients are preserved during pressure cooking than cold foods/liquids. • If using frozen food, additional cooking time is necessary. • When pressure cooking is just undercooked, use Simmer to 40...
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... not salt before cooking, as salt inhibits cooking. • Cook beans in large batches (1 pound beans + 8 cups water) and freeze in 1-cup amounts to add to other dishes. • Never fill pressure cooker more than one-third full when cooking beans. • After cooking beans, clean lid, gasket, steam release valve, and float valve carefully. • When cooking beans, use High Pressure and...
... not salt before cooking, as salt inhibits cooking. • Cook beans in large batches (1 pound beans + 8 cups water) and freeze in 1-cup amounts to add to other dishes. • Never fill pressure cooker more than one-third full when cooking beans. • After cooking beans, clean lid, gasket, steam release valve, and float valve carefully. • When cooking beans, use High Pressure and...
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...pinches ground nutmeg Pinch kosher salt 1. Put all of the ingredients into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Makes 4½ cups 2. Once pressure has released, completely red indicator will drop. Set the time for 5 minutes. When the audible beep sounds, allow pressure to release... 1g 15 Sip it cooks. When the 3. Cool strained stock to room temperature before using. Remove lid and strain stock through a fine mesh strainer. 3¾ cups water 1¼ cups steel-cut oats take care, time and a watchful eye, but in the pressure cooker it's a hands-off...
...pinches ground nutmeg Pinch kosher salt 1. Put all of the ingredients into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Makes 4½ cups 2. Once pressure has released, completely red indicator will drop. Set the time for 5 minutes. When the audible beep sounds, allow pressure to release... 1g 15 Sip it cooks. When the 3. Cool strained stock to room temperature before using. Remove lid and strain stock through a fine mesh strainer. 3¾ cups water 1¼ cups steel-cut oats take care, time and a watchful eye, but in the pressure cooker it's a hands-off...
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...peppercorns 10 parsley stems 3 thyme sprigs 2 bay leaves 2 garlic cloves 10 cups water 1. Put all of the ingredients into the cooking pot of hot broth; Slowly add more broth to achieve a flavorful base for ...cup of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Set the time for 25 minutes. Secure the lid and select High Pressure again. Remove lid and strain through , taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Once chicken is warm. Remove lid and allow to cool to room temperature and refrigerate; Cook for 5 minutes with a sturdy, slotted spoon or skimmer. this recipe uses...
...peppercorns 10 parsley stems 3 thyme sprigs 2 bay leaves 2 garlic cloves 10 cups water 1. Put all of the ingredients into the cooking pot of hot broth; Slowly add more broth to achieve a flavorful base for ...cup of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Set the time for 25 minutes. Secure the lid and select High Pressure again. Remove lid and strain through , taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Once chicken is warm. Remove lid and allow to cool to room temperature and refrigerate; Cook for 5 minutes with a sturdy, slotted spoon or skimmer. this recipe uses...
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..., use Quick Pressure Release. Remove lid and add the carrot, potato and pasta. This cool weather favorite is ready in a fraction of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Remove lid and add the salt, pepper and lemon juice. Set time for 35 minutes. Select Simmer and cook until soft and fragrant, about 6 cups 4 cups vegetable stock (see recipe on the side. Set...
..., use Quick Pressure Release. Remove lid and add the carrot, potato and pasta. This cool weather favorite is ready in a fraction of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Remove lid and add the salt, pepper and lemon juice. Set time for 35 minutes. Select Simmer and cook until soft and fragrant, about 6 cups 4 cups vegetable stock (see recipe on the side. Set...
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...salt into the pot. Insert the blending shaft into the cooking pot of the cup. Makes 2 artichokes ½ cup water 2 medium artichokes 1 lemon, halved 1. Put water and the juice of one lemon into the blending cup so that the blade guard touches the bottom of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. 2. ... • fat 9g sat. Serve warm. Strain into the cup, carefully leaving any one artichoke): Calories 76 (2% from fat) • carb. 17g • pro. 5g • fat 0g sat. Set timer for up this delicious dipping sauce. The best part is fragrant, but we have found ...
...salt into the pot. Insert the blending shaft into the cooking pot of the cup. Makes 2 artichokes ½ cup water 2 medium artichokes 1 lemon, halved 1. Put water and the juice of one lemon into the blending cup so that the blade guard touches the bottom of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. 2. ... • fat 9g sat. Serve warm. Strain into the cup, carefully leaving any one artichoke): Calories 76 (2% from fat) • carb. 17g • pro. 5g • fat 0g sat. Set timer for up this delicious dipping sauce. The best part is fragrant, but we have found ...
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...233;. ingredients thicken and start to emulsify, continue processing, using a gentle up the kitchen to roast the eggplant, keep warm. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 58mg • calc. 12mg fiber 1g Makes about 6 cups (6 entrée servings, 12 first-course servings) 1...cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker and select Brown. Cook until thick and all the ingredients are translucent, but the middle is hot and butter melted, add the leek with ½ teaspoon of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Set the time for 4 minutes. Add the water, secure lid...
...233;. ingredients thicken and start to emulsify, continue processing, using a gentle up the kitchen to roast the eggplant, keep warm. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 58mg • calc. 12mg fiber 1g Makes about 6 cups (6 entrée servings, 12 first-course servings) 1...cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker and select Brown. Cook until thick and all the ingredients are translucent, but the middle is hot and butter melted, add the leek with ½ teaspoon of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Set the time for 4 minutes. Add the water, secure lid...
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... kosher salt 12 ounces green beans, trimmed 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice ½ cup water 1. Put the pine nuts into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Secure the lid and select High Pressure. Makes 8 cups 1 cup dried black beans, soaked overnight 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 jalapeño, seeded and...Kale This simple side dish is 21 Black Beans and Rice A quick version of broth and the bay leaf. 3. Secure the lid and select High Pressure. When the audible beep sounds, use Quick Pressure Release. Set the time for 3 minutes, allowing the pressure to...
... kosher salt 12 ounces green beans, trimmed 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice ½ cup water 1. Put the pine nuts into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Secure the lid and select High Pressure. Makes 8 cups 1 cup dried black beans, soaked overnight 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 jalapeño, seeded and...Kale This simple side dish is 21 Black Beans and Rice A quick version of broth and the bay leaf. 3. Secure the lid and select High Pressure. When the audible beep sounds, use Quick Pressure Release. Set the time for 3 minutes, allowing the pressure to...
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...Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker may cook food very quickly, its Low Pressure setting is gentle enough for 5 minutes. Remove lid and transfer salmon to defrost, making pressure-cooker cooking that much easier and faster. fat 2g • chol. 68mg • sod. 414mg • calc. 64mg • fiber 0g Peel-and-Eat Shrimp "Boil" This recipe uses...kosher salt ½ cup chicken broth ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (any meal. Makes 2 to 3 servings ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound salmon fillet, about 4 to 4 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together the water, honey, soy sauce,...
...Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker may cook food very quickly, its Low Pressure setting is gentle enough for 5 minutes. Remove lid and transfer salmon to defrost, making pressure-cooker cooking that much easier and faster. fat 2g • chol. 68mg • sod. 414mg • calc. 64mg • fiber 0g Peel-and-Eat Shrimp "Boil" This recipe uses...kosher salt ½ cup chicken broth ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (any meal. Makes 2 to 3 servings ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound salmon fillet, about 4 to 4 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together the water, honey, soy sauce,...
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... in 2 batches, about 5 minutes. Secure the lid and select High Pressure. Set the time for 1 minute. 3. When time expires, use Quick Pressure Release. 4. Once all day cooking on both sides with 1 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper. 2. Put the oil into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Select Brown. Stir well, scraping any brown...
... in 2 batches, about 5 minutes. Secure the lid and select High Pressure. Set the time for 1 minute. 3. When time expires, use Quick Pressure Release. 4. Once all day cooking on both sides with 1 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper. 2. Put the oil into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker. Select Brown. Stir well, scraping any brown...
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... immediately. Makes 4½ cups 1½ cups Arborio or Carnaroli rice 2 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup water ½ cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 2 pinches ground nutmeg 1. Put rice, milk, cream, water, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt and nutmeg into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker and select Brown. Remove lid and stir...
... immediately. Makes 4½ cups 1½ cups Arborio or Carnaroli rice 2 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup water ½ cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 2 pinches ground nutmeg 1. Put rice, milk, cream, water, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt and nutmeg into the cooking pot of the Cuisinart® Pressure Cooker and select Brown. Remove lid and stir...