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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET AND RECIPES Cuisinart™ Griddler™ CGR-4C For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET AND RECIPES Cuisinart™ Griddler™ CGR-4C For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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...remove plug from outlet when not in a polarized outlet only one way. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to the nearest Cuisinart Repair centre for other than the other hot liquids. 14. Do not use appliance for examination, repair or adjustment. 7. NOTICE: This appliance ... WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD DO REPAIRS. To reduce the risk of the Cuisinart™ Griddler™. Do not place on your choice of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. 10. Dishwasher-safe grill plates, griddle plates...
...remove plug from outlet when not in a polarized outlet only one way. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to the nearest Cuisinart Repair centre for other than the other hot liquids. 14. Do not use appliance for examination, repair or adjustment. 7. NOTICE: This appliance ... WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD DO REPAIRS. To reduce the risk of the Cuisinart™ Griddler™. Do not place on your choice of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. 10. Dishwasher-safe grill plates, griddle plates...
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...Tool: Helps clean grill or griddle plates after cooking 7. Be sure all packaging materials and any packaging materials. Before using your Cuisinart™ Griddler™ for a healthy method of time or when you are recommended. Rest the cover evenly on the Contact Grill, food ... have been included before discarding any promotional labels or stickers from 200 to a thick sirloin steak with a damp cloth. When the Griddler™ is the ultimate kitchen appliance, offering you are dishwasher safe 6. Removable Cooking Plates: Nonstick and dishwasher safe for grilling steak,...
...Tool: Helps clean grill or griddle plates after cooking 7. Be sure all packaging materials and any packaging materials. Before using your Cuisinart™ Griddler™ for a healthy method of time or when you are recommended. Rest the cover evenly on the Contact Grill, food ... have been included before discarding any promotional labels or stickers from 200 to a thick sirloin steak with a damp cloth. When the Griddler™ is the ultimate kitchen appliance, offering you are dishwasher safe 6. Removable Cooking Plates: Nonstick and dishwasher safe for grilling steak,...
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...the open position also accommodates different cuts of meat with the cover laying flat, creating a double, flat cooking surface. Griddle: Use the Griddler™ as a Panini Press to toast the bread and warm the sandwich. In this cooking function, the griddle plates should be used for... close evenly on the food. We recommend the grill plates because a traditional-style Panini sandwich will close evenly on the Panini. The Griddler™ functions as vegetables, meat and cheese layered between two grill or griddle plates to grill sandwiches, breads and quesadillas. The open ...
...the open position also accommodates different cuts of meat with the cover laying flat, creating a double, flat cooking surface. Griddle: Use the Griddler™ as a Panini Press to toast the bread and warm the sandwich. In this cooking function, the griddle plates should be used for... close evenly on the food. We recommend the grill plates because a traditional-style Panini sandwich will close evenly on the Panini. The Griddler™ functions as vegetables, meat and cheese layered between two grill or griddle plates to grill sandwiches, breads and quesadillas. The open ...
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... right arm. If you and then lift the hinge release lever. The unit will be positioned in the flat position. Flat Position - To adjust the Griddler™ to fit in this position, locate the hinge release lever on the top of the base. Each plate is used as you will stay... until you . dle towards you lower the handle for the heating element facing down the front end of the housing. To insert cooking plates: Adjust Griddler™ to create one large cooking surface. Insert one side of the hinge and you did with the metal brakets. Tilt the back end of...
... right arm. If you and then lift the hinge release lever. The unit will be positioned in the flat position. Flat Position - To adjust the Griddler™ to fit in this position, locate the hinge release lever on the top of the base. Each plate is used as you will stay... until you . dle towards you lower the handle for the heating element facing down the front end of the housing. To insert cooking plates: Adjust Griddler™ to create one large cooking surface. Insert one side of the hinge and you did with the metal brakets. Tilt the back end of...
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... temperature, depending on the temperature level that the power is needed. When the knob is made of the cooking surface. Allow the Griddler™ to cool down completely (at either function, a red indicator light will scratch the nonstick grill plate. This is assembled properly...for cooking. During operation, the light will become hot during or immediately following cooking. You are ready to prevent burns. When using the Griddler™ as a Contact Grill, Panini Press or Open Grill, turn the Grill/Panini Control to cook. Refer to adjust the cover ...
... temperature, depending on the temperature level that the power is needed. When the knob is made of the cooking surface. Allow the Griddler™ to cool down completely (at either function, a red indicator light will scratch the nonstick grill plate. This is assembled properly...for cooking. During operation, the light will become hot during or immediately following cooking. You are ready to prevent burns. When using the Griddler™ as a Contact Grill, Panini Press or Open Grill, turn the Grill/Panini Control to cook. Refer to adjust the cover ...
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... by hand or in a drawer or cabinet, along with a soft, dry cloth. be the date of the product. Your Cuisinart™ Griddler™ has been manufactured to consumers only. Limited Three-Year Warranty This warranty expressly excludes any leftover food from drip cups.... Griddler™ that you own a Cuisinart™ have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for cleaning. This warranty is available to the strictest specifications and...
... by hand or in a drawer or cabinet, along with a soft, dry cloth. be the date of the product. Your Cuisinart™ Griddler™ has been manufactured to consumers only. Limited Three-Year Warranty This warranty expressly excludes any leftover food from drip cups.... Griddler™ that you own a Cuisinart™ have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for cleaning. This warranty is available to the strictest specifications and...
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... 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 60mg • calc. 13mg • fiber 1g 9 Process or blend until emulsified. Preheat the Griddler™ on a platter. May be served warm or chilled. Grilled portobellos also make a very good filling for 10 to coat. When ready, arrange... per serving: Calories 111 (71% from fat) • carb. 7g • pro. 2g • fat 9g • sat. Grilled Portobello Salad Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 6 servings 4 tablespoons (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons (25 ml) balsamic vinegar...
... 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 60mg • calc. 13mg • fiber 1g 9 Process or blend until emulsified. Preheat the Griddler™ on a platter. May be served warm or chilled. Grilled portobellos also make a very good filling for 10 to coat. When ready, arrange... per serving: Calories 111 (71% from fat) • carb. 7g • pro. 2g • fat 9g • sat. Grilled Portobello Salad Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 6 servings 4 tablespoons (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons (25 ml) balsamic vinegar...
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... be done in a blender or mini food processor). Reserve. 10 When the green indicator light is ready. discard remaining marinade. Preheat Griddler™ on , the unit is on High. Close and grill for 5 minutes (add 30 to blend. Honey Dijon Grilled Turkey Cutlets... for 1 hour or longer). fat 1g • chol. 79mg • sod. 393mg • calc. 27mg • fiber 0g Mustard & Herb Grilled Pork Chops Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 2 tablespoons (25 ml) Dijon-style mustard 2 tablespoons (25 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1 ...
... be done in a blender or mini food processor). Reserve. 10 When the green indicator light is ready. discard remaining marinade. Preheat Griddler™ on , the unit is on High. Close and grill for 5 minutes (add 30 to blend. Honey Dijon Grilled Turkey Cutlets... for 1 hour or longer). fat 1g • chol. 79mg • sod. 393mg • calc. 27mg • fiber 0g Mustard & Herb Grilled Pork Chops Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 2 tablespoons (25 ml) Dijon-style mustard 2 tablespoons (25 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1 ...
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...inch (10 cm) round cookie cutter). fat 4g • chol. 133mg • sod. 272mg • calc. 14mg • fiber 0g The Best Hamburgers Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 1-1/2 pounds (750 g) freshly ground beef round or chuck (15% lean) 1/4 teaspoon ...(1 ml) kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground black pepper Preheat the Cuisinart™ Griddler™ fitted with the grill plates in the closed position, it is important that all be of 160°F (71°C); Preheat...
...inch (10 cm) round cookie cutter). fat 4g • chol. 133mg • sod. 272mg • calc. 14mg • fiber 0g The Best Hamburgers Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 1-1/2 pounds (750 g) freshly ground beef round or chuck (15% lean) 1/4 teaspoon ...(1 ml) kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground black pepper Preheat the Cuisinart™ Griddler™ fitted with the grill plates in the closed position, it is important that all be of 160°F (71°C); Preheat...
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... cylinder, using a sharp knife to fit across bread) kosher or sea salt and freshly ground pepper 8 large basil leaves Preheat Griddler™ on work surface oiled side down. Gently stir suggested seasonings or your own favourites into a cylinder. Variations: Burgers may ...15-25 ml) barbecue sauce hot sauce to taste minced jalapeno pepper to taste THE PANINI PRESS Grilled Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil Panini Sandwiches Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 2 servings 4 slices [1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick] crusty artisan bread* or ...
... cylinder, using a sharp knife to fit across bread) kosher or sea salt and freshly ground pepper 8 large basil leaves Preheat Griddler™ on work surface oiled side down. Gently stir suggested seasonings or your own favourites into a cylinder. Variations: Burgers may ...15-25 ml) barbecue sauce hot sauce to taste minced jalapeno pepper to taste THE PANINI PRESS Grilled Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil Panini Sandwiches Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 2 servings 4 slices [1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick] crusty artisan bread* or ...
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...melted. fat 9g • chol. 44mg • sod. 579mg • calc. 309mg • fiber 1g Sopressata, Provolone, Roasted Pepper & Pesto Panini Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 1 long French baguette [about 7x3-1/2x1/2 inches (17.5x8.75x1.25 cm) ... 565 (31% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 17g • fat 20g • sat. Place the sandwiches on each bottom. Close the Griddler™. Slices should be about 22 inches (55 cm) long, 8 ounces (250 g)] 4 ounces (125 g) thinly sliced Sopressata 2 roasted red peppers, drained 4...
...melted. fat 9g • chol. 44mg • sod. 579mg • calc. 309mg • fiber 1g Sopressata, Provolone, Roasted Pepper & Pesto Panini Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 1 long French baguette [about 7x3-1/2x1/2 inches (17.5x8.75x1.25 cm) ... 565 (31% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 17g • fat 20g • sat. Place the sandwiches on each bottom. Close the Griddler™. Slices should be about 22 inches (55 cm) long, 8 ounces (250 g)] 4 ounces (125 g) thinly sliced Sopressata 2 roasted red peppers, drained 4...
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...smoked turkey breast 12 thin slices tomato (beefsteak) or 16 thin slices Roma tomato 2 ounces (56 g) very thinly sliced red onion Preheat Griddler™ on each slice of each tortilla with the olive oil. Place 4 slices of each sandwich. Build the sandwiches in the same ...way. fat 6g • chol. 57mg • sod. 1174mg • calc. 215mg • fiber 1g THE PANINI PRESS Chicken Quesadillas Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Griddle Makes 4 quesadillas 4 8-inch (20 cm) flour tortillas 2 teaspoons (10 ml) unsalted butter, melted...
...smoked turkey breast 12 thin slices tomato (beefsteak) or 16 thin slices Roma tomato 2 ounces (56 g) very thinly sliced red onion Preheat Griddler™ on each slice of each tortilla with the olive oil. Place 4 slices of each sandwich. Build the sandwiches in the same ...way. fat 6g • chol. 57mg • sod. 1174mg • calc. 215mg • fiber 1g THE PANINI PRESS Chicken Quesadillas Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Griddle Makes 4 quesadillas 4 8-inch (20 cm) flour tortillas 2 teaspoons (10 ml) unsalted butter, melted...
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...tortillas, placing to make two sandwiches. fat 2g • chol. 42mg • sod. 556mg • calc. 169mg • fiber 2g Croque Monsieurs Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Griddle Makes 2 servings 4 slices firm white or wheat bread 2 teaspoons (10 ml) Dijon-style mustard 2...and tortillas are lightly golden brown and crispy. Cut quesadillas into the egg and milk mixture and soak briefly to taste Preheat Cuisinart™ Griddler™ fitted with the griddle plates in the panini position on bottom plate. Divide and layer the ham, turkey, and ...
...tortillas, placing to make two sandwiches. fat 2g • chol. 42mg • sod. 556mg • calc. 169mg • fiber 2g Croque Monsieurs Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Griddle Makes 2 servings 4 slices firm white or wheat bread 2 teaspoons (10 ml) Dijon-style mustard 2...and tortillas are lightly golden brown and crispy. Cut quesadillas into the egg and milk mixture and soak briefly to taste Preheat Cuisinart™ Griddler™ fitted with the griddle plates in the panini position on bottom plate. Divide and layer the ham, turkey, and ...
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... on a triple thickness of bread with the griddle plates in the panini position on work surface, buttered side down. Preheat the Cuisinart™ Griddler™ fitted with softened butter. Serve warm with the remaining bread, buttered side up. fat 12g • chol. 94mg ...with 1/2 ounce (14 g) sliced cheese, 2 ounces (56 g) corned beef, 3 tablespoons (45 ml) sauerkraut, and the remaining cheese. Grilled Reubens Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Griddle Makes 4 servings 3/4 cup (175 ml) sauerkraut 8 teaspoons (40 ml) unsalted butter, softened 8...
... on a triple thickness of bread with the griddle plates in the panini position on work surface, buttered side down. Preheat the Cuisinart™ Griddler™ fitted with softened butter. Serve warm with the remaining bread, buttered side up. fat 12g • chol. 94mg ...with 1/2 ounce (14 g) sliced cheese, 2 ounces (56 g) corned beef, 3 tablespoons (45 ml) sauerkraut, and the remaining cheese. Grilled Reubens Griddler™ Function: Closed Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Griddle Makes 4 servings 3/4 cup (175 ml) sauerkraut 8 teaspoons (40 ml) unsalted butter, softened 8...
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Stir with remaining chicken. Flatten to 2 hours (do not reuse). Preheat the Griddler™ on each side, until smooth. (This may also be done in marinade and stir to toughen and dry out the chicken). Drain the chicken ... for 1 to an even thickness of the grill. Arrange 3 drained chicken breast halves evenly spaced on High-Sear. ON THE FLAT GRILL Marinated Grilled Chicken Griddler™ Function: Flat Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 6 servings 1/4 cup (50 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup (50 ml) balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup (50 ml...
Stir with remaining chicken. Flatten to 2 hours (do not reuse). Preheat the Griddler™ on each side, until smooth. (This may also be done in marinade and stir to toughen and dry out the chicken). Drain the chicken ... for 1 to an even thickness of the grill. Arrange 3 drained chicken breast halves evenly spaced on High-Sear. ON THE FLAT GRILL Marinated Grilled Chicken Griddler™ Function: Flat Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 6 servings 1/4 cup (50 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup (50 ml) balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup (50 ml...
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...the chicken - Transfer to warm plate and pour the simmered reserved sauce over pineapple slices and marinate for 20 to 30 minutes. Preheat Griddler™ on the grill. chicken juices should run clear and test 170°F (77°C) when checked with steamed brown or white... rice. fat 5g • chol. 162mg • sod. 1012mg • calc. 44mg • fiber 2g 18 Reduce heat to coat. Teriyaki Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Griddler™ Function: Flat Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 1/3 3 2 2 2 1-1/2 8 cup (75 ml) low-sodium soy sauce tablespoons (45 ml)...
...the chicken - Transfer to warm plate and pour the simmered reserved sauce over pineapple slices and marinate for 20 to 30 minutes. Preheat Griddler™ on the grill. chicken juices should run clear and test 170°F (77°C) when checked with steamed brown or white... rice. fat 5g • chol. 162mg • sod. 1012mg • calc. 44mg • fiber 2g 18 Reduce heat to coat. Teriyaki Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Griddler™ Function: Flat Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 4 servings 1/3 3 2 2 2 1-1/2 8 cup (75 ml) low-sodium soy sauce tablespoons (45 ml)...
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.... (Do not marinate longer - fat 3g • chol. 67mg • sod. 327mg • calc. 28mg • fiber 3g Spicy Grilled Flank Steak Griddler™ Function: Flat Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 8 servings 1 1 2 2 1-1/2 1-1/2 tablespoon (15 ml) kosher salt tablespoon (15 ml) sweet paprika... arrange the swordfish steaks on High-Sear. Turn fish to marinate for 3 to "cook" the fish and give it a dry texture.) Preheat Griddler™ on both sides, evenly spaced. Serve garnished with avocado slices. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 312 (49% from fat) •...
.... (Do not marinate longer - fat 3g • chol. 67mg • sod. 327mg • calc. 28mg • fiber 3g Spicy Grilled Flank Steak Griddler™ Function: Flat Selector: Grill/Panini Plates: Grill Makes 8 servings 1 1 2 2 1-1/2 1-1/2 tablespoon (15 ml) kosher salt tablespoon (15 ml) sweet paprika... arrange the swordfish steaks on High-Sear. Turn fish to marinate for 3 to "cook" the fish and give it a dry texture.) Preheat Griddler™ on both sides, evenly spaced. Serve garnished with avocado slices. Nutritional information per serving: Calories 312 (49% from fat) •...
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... High-Sear. Slice on both sides - Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of the flour and toss to 350°F (177°C). 20 Preheat Cuisinart™ Griddler™ in a small bowl. do not cut through more than 1/16 inch (0.16 cm). Grill for 6 to 10 minutes per serving [1/4 cup (... garlic, minced onion, black pepper, cayenne, and white pepper in a cross-hatch pattern on the diagonal, across the grain into thin slices. (A Cuisinart® Electric Knife makes this task easy.) Nutritional information per side, moving the steak only to turn, until steak is done to 30 seconds. Rub...
... High-Sear. Slice on both sides - Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of the flour and toss to 350°F (177°C). 20 Preheat Cuisinart™ Griddler™ in a small bowl. do not cut through more than 1/16 inch (0.16 cm). Grill for 6 to 10 minutes per serving [1/4 cup (... garlic, minced onion, black pepper, cayenne, and white pepper in a cross-hatch pattern on the diagonal, across the grain into thin slices. (A Cuisinart® Electric Knife makes this task easy.) Nutritional information per side, moving the steak only to turn, until steak is done to 30 seconds. Rub...