Cuisinart EPC-1200 Series, Instruction Booklet

Page 1: ...Instruction Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker EPC 1200 Series ...

Page 2: ...nd use it as a guide In general cooking time will be at least 1 3 to of the traditional cooking time Reduce your cooking liquid by at least half you may need to play with your recipe to get it right You may wish to add vegetables at the end of cooking to avoid overcooking You can also use the cooking charts provided as a guide If something is almost cooked use Simmer to complete cooking Charts coo...

Page 3: ...essure Release Short Ribs 2 to 3 inches thick 50 minutes Natural Pressure Release Stew 1 to 2 inch cubes 10 minutes Natural Pressure Release see recipe for Beef Stew for times with vegetables Lamb Shanks four 12 ounces each 24 minutes Natural Pressure Release Shoulder cubes for stew about 1 inches 22 to 25 minutes Natural Pressure Release Pork Chops Loin bone in to 1 inch thick 9 to 11 minutes bro...

Page 4: ...arge 24 to 26 minutes Quick Pressure Release Broccoli cut into large florets 2 to 3 minutes Quick Pressure Release Cauliflower cut into large florets 2 to 3 minutes Quick Pressure Release Carrots cut into 2 inch lengths or baby cut 8 minutes Quick Pressure Release Carrots inch slices 2 to 3 minutes Quick Pressure Release Corn 4 to 6 ears use trivet rack 1 minute Quick Pressure Release Greens colla...

Page 5: ...gh Pressure followed by 7 minutes on Natural Pressure Release then Quick Pressure Release if any pressure remains Do not fill rice and liquid combined past the halfway mark when cooking white rice Rice Grain Cooking Time Pressure Pressure Release Aborio Sauté rice in butter oil until opaque Add liquid High Pressure for 6 minutes followed by Quick Pressure Release Black Japonica Brown Rice Red Rice...

Page 6: ...ure cooker allows you to cook beans without presoaking Onions garlic celery sprigs of fresh herbs or a bay leaf may be added for additional flavor Do not salt before cooking as salt inhibits cooking Cook beans in large batches 1 pound beans 8 cups water seasonings onion garlic herbs to taste 4 teaspoons oil and freeze in 1 cup amounts to add to other dishes Never fill pressure cooker more than one...

Page 7: ...uts Champagne Vinaigrette 19 Entrées Risotto Primavera 20 Risotto with Shrimp Sugar Snap Peas Tarragon 21 Pesto Chicken with Potatoes Carrots 21 Chicken with Herb Dumplings 22 Curried Chicken Salad with Apples Almonds 23 Green Chicken Chili 23 Turkey Chili 24 Meat Sauce for Pasta 24 Mediterranean Brisket of Beef Pot Roast 25 Classic Beef Stew 26 Boneless Veal Shoulder Roast Stuffed with Sage Mushr...

Page 8: ... Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker with 4 cups of the water and bay leaf Cover and lock lid in place Select High Pressure and set timer for 18 minutes When audible beep sounds use Natural Pressure Release When float valve drops remove lid carefully tilting away from you to allow steam to disperse Drain beans and discard bay leaf When cool enough to handle remove tough outer shells Place partially...

Page 9: ...ully combined Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly Serve with pita and vegetable crudités Nutritional information per serving 2 tablespoons Calories 49 67 from fat carb 3g pro 1g fat 4g sat fat 1g chol 0mg sod 58mg calc 12mg fiber 1g Savory Gorgonzola Cheesecake Serve with crackers or slices of crusty breads May also be sliced and served on tender greens as a salad Garnish with fresh fruit such ...

Page 10: ...nces green beans cut into inch pieces on the diagonal 1 cups frozen edamame soybeans 1 cup dried pink pinto black or cannellini beans rinsed drained and picked over 1 cup thinly sliced celery 1 cup chopped x inch strips red bell pepper cup dried cranberries cup chopped red onion kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Place sherry vinegar lime juice soy sauce honey ginger and chili paste in...

Page 11: ... bowl While cooking the wheat berries prepare the dressing Place the onion mustard sugar salt pepper and vinegar in the work bowl of a food processor or mini food processor fitted with the metal chopping blade and process until smooth Add the oil and process until emulsified There will be about 7 8 cup dressing When wheat berries are cooled add cup or more to taste of the dressing cover and refrig...

Page 12: ...ar 1 teaspoon kosher salt Add oil to the cooking pot of the Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker Select Browning and let oil heat for 3 to 4 minutes When oil is hot cook the sausages until browned about 4 to 5 minutes on each side Turn off Remove slice into inch pieces and refrigerate until ready to use Select Sauté add chopped onions cup of the chopped red bell pepper garlic oregano cumin and coria...

Page 13: ...ken and veggies Makes about 10 cups 1 teaspoon unsalted butter 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 small onions finely chopped about 1 cups 6 medium carrots sliced into inch rounds about 3 to 4 cups 3 ribs celery cut into inch dice about 1 cup 3 to 4 pounds mixed chicken breasts and thighs bone in skin removed teaspoon kosher salt 1 sprig fresh parsley 1 sprig fresh thyme 5 cups chicken broth 1 to 2 cups mediu...

Page 14: ...a food processor or blender If blending soup with handheld blender unplug pressure cooker before blending and use care not to scratch the nonstick cooking pot Add the salt and pepper and taste Adjust seasonings accordingly For creamy tomato soup stir in the optional half half Nutritional information per serving without half half one cup Calories 105 40 from fat carb 13g pro 3g fat 5g sat fat 3g ch...

Page 15: ...the refrigerator or can be frozen for up to 6 months Tip Freeze chicken stock in 1 cup containers to use as needed For Brown Chicken Stock Brown stock requires the step of roasting but adds depth of flavor to the stock Use this method to make Brown Turkey Stock ahead for gravy Preheat oven to 400 F Place chicken wings in a Cuisinart roasting pan Roast in preheated oven for about 30 minutes until n...

Page 16: ... to allow steam to disperse Use a slotted spoon to transfer to warmed serving dish Serve immediately Nutritional information per serving based on 6 servings Calories 51 20 from fat carb 11g pro 2g fat 1g sat fat 0g chol 0mg sod 115mg calc 53mg fiber 5g New Potatoes with Parsley Makes about 4 to 6 servings 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided 2 pounds medium red potatoes about 2 ounces each halved...

Page 17: ...cut into 2 inch cubes 1 cup water 2 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature 1 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons lemon juice pinch ground cinnamon pinch ground nutmeg Place sweet potatoes and water into cooking pot of the Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker Lock lid in place Select High Pressure Set timer for 6 minutes When audible beep sounds use Quick Pressure R...

Page 18: ...onal information per serving Calories 234 8 from fat carb 55g pro 3g fat 2g sat fat 1g chol 5mg sod 148mg calc 40mg fiber 6g Corn Pudding Makes 8 servings 2 teaspoons unsalted butter plus extra for coating soufflé dish melted 1 cup chopped onion 1 pound cut corn fresh or frozen thawed and patted dry about 8 ears or 4 cups divided 4 large eggs 2 cups evaporated fat free milk not reconstituted cup y...

Page 19: ...come to a simmer Add the cauliflower and toss in the liquid Cover and lock lid in place Select High Pressure and set timer for 1 minute When audible beep sounds use Quick Pressure Release to release pressure When float valve drops remove lid carefully tilting away from you to allow steam to disperse Remove cauliflower and reserve Select Sauté and toss the potato slices in with the onions for about...

Page 20: ...inch celery 1 clove garlic peeled and finely chopped 2 teaspoons basil 2 cups Arborio rice cup dry white wine or vermouth 1 teaspoon kosher salt 5 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth stock divided pound asparagus cut into 1 inch lengths 1 cup peas fresh or frozen thawed 1 cup shredded snow peas 1 cup diced zucchini remove and discard seeds before dicing 1 cup shredded Fontina cheese cup fre...

Page 21: ... minutes Stir in sugar snap peas and cook for 1 minute longer until peas are bright green and crisp tender Serve in warmed soup plates with either shaved manchego cheese or lemon slices If desired garnish each plate with a sprig of fresh tarragon Nutritional information per serving based on 4 servings Calories 288 18 from fat carb 25g pro 29g fat 5g sat fat 2g chol 226mg sod 883mg calc 69mg fiber ...

Page 22: ...e chicken is cooking prepare Herb Dumplings When audible beep sounds use Quick Pressure Release to release pressure When float valve drops remove lid carefully tilting away from you to allow steam to disperse Remove and discard parsley sprigs and bay leaf Select Sauté When chicken mixture begins to bubble arrange dumplings on top Cover loosely do not lock lid in place and cook for 10 to 15 minutes...

Page 23: ... mayonnaise curry powder salt and pepper in a large bowl and stir with a whisk Add the apples and grapes if using celery toasted almonds and onion shallot Stir well Add cut shredded chicken and stir to combine Cover and chill until ready to serve Nutritional information per serving based on 8 servings Calories 381 53 from fat carb 14g pro 32g fat 23g sat fat 3g chol 83mg sod 364mg calc 91mg fiber ...

Page 24: ... the oil to the cooking pot of the Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker Select Browning and let oil heat for 3 to 4 minutes When oil is hot cook the ground turkey about pound at a time adding more oil as needed breaking up meat with a wooden spatula until browned about 3 to 5 minutes Move meat as little as possible while browning for best results Remove to a bowl as meat is browned Select Sauté Add ...

Page 25: ... and tender so that it will not curl when browned Season the meat on both sides with the kosher salt and pepper Select Browning and add olive oil to the cooking pot of the Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker When hot brown seasoned brisket on both sides about 5 minutes per side Remove and place on a plate Select Sauté and add onions and garlic Cook for 2 to 3 minutes Add the mushrooms thyme and bas...

Page 26: ... When audible beep sounds use Quick Pressure Release to release pressure When float valve drops remove lid carefully tilting away from you to allow steam to disperse Add carrots to the pot and select High Pressure Set timer for 6 minutes When audible beep sounds use Natural Pressure Release to release pressure When float valve drops remove lid carefully tilting away from you to allow steam to disp...

Page 27: ...d cover loosely with foil Use a hand blender to carefully purée solids in cooking pot until smooth taking care not to scratch the nonstick cooking pot Select Simmer Add the stock flour mixture and simmer until slightly thickened About 5 to 10 minutes just long enough for the roast to rest before slicing Slice roast into inch thick slices and serve with sauce Nutritional information per serving Cal...

Page 28: ...f and discard excess flour Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to the cooking pot of the Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker Select Browning and let oil heat for 3 to 4 minutes When oil is hot cook the veal cubes in batches leaving space between each piece of meat to promote browning and prevent steaming until browned about 3 to 5 minutes on each side adding more oil a little at a time as needed Move meat ...

Page 29: ...s 491 40 from fat carb 24g pro 42g fat 22g sat fat 5g chol 132mg sod 1000mg calc 65mg fiber 5g Pork Chops with Balsamic Onions Figs Makes 4 servings 4 pork loin chops bone in well trimmed of excess fat about to 1 inch thick each 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided teaspoon freshly ground black pepper tablespoon unsalted butter tablespoon good quality olive oil 3 cups sliced onions about 1 pound peeled ...

Page 30: ... 1g Sausages with Peppers Onions Serve with cooked pasta or warmed hero hoagie or grinder rolls to make sandwiches Makes 8 generous servings 1 tablespoon good quality olive oil 3 pounds Italian sausage 1 inch thick 4 inches long sweet or hot 3 cups sliced green bell pepper 2 x inch slices 3 cups sliced red bell pepper 2 x inch slices 2 cups sliced onions inch thick vertical slices 2 cloves garlic ...

Page 31: ...s across the grain to serve Nutritional information per serving Calories 640 44 from fat carb 56g pro 35g fat 31g sat fat 10g chol 157mg sod 2501mg calc 210mg fiber 12g Choose a flat cut or straight cut brisket If the package does not contain a spice pack you can prepare your own 8 whole peppercorns 4 whole allspice berries 1 teaspoon mustard seed teaspoon coriander seed and 1 bay leaf Lemon Chees...

Page 32: ...tened flaked shredded coconut 5 large eggs 1 cups one 12 ounce can lowfat evaporated milk not reconstituted 1 cups coconut milk cup packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract teaspoon ground cinnamon teaspoon ground ginger teaspoon ground allspice 2 cups cold water Coat a 2 quart ceramic soufflé dish 8 inch diameter with the melted butter and reserve Cut a piece of aluminum foil 16 inches...

Page 33: ... 142 22 from fat carb 25g pro 3g fat 4g sat fat 2g chol 7mg sod 126mg calc 72mg fiber 1g Ginger Steamed Pears with Vanilla Bean Mascarpone Cream Makes 4 servings Vanilla Bean Mascarpone Cream recipe follows 1 cup medium dry sherry cup granulated sugar 2 strips lemon zest about 2 x inches each 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 4 to 5 slices fresh ginger 4 pears about 8 to 10 ounces each whole lemon Fr...

Page 34: ...owl Stir with a whisk until smooth this may also be done with a hand mixer hand blender or food processor Refrigerate until ready to use Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before using to soften Nutritional information per serving Calories 269 91 from fat carb 2g pro 4g fat 26g sat fat 14g chol 70mg sod 31mg calc 83mg fiber 0g Simple Raspberry Sauce Makes about 2 cups 12 ounces fresh or frozen th...

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