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Cuisinart CMW-55 - Compact Microwave Oven Manual

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    INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Recipe Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart® Compact Microwave CMW-55 Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. IB-8083
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    instructions, pages 7-8. 5. Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers - for example, closed glass jars - can explode and should not be heated in this oven. 6. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual be serviced only by qualified service technicians.
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    container to stand in the microwave oven for at least 20 seconds before removing the container. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS break or tamper with the sealing surface. 4. The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel. If the microwave unit is not kept
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    7 Installation 7 Control Panel 8 Operation 8 Pre-Set Express Cooking Chart . . . . 13 Troubleshooting 14 Warranty 15 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on choosing a very smart microwave oven! Your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave requires very little counter space to perform a huge variety of functions
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    with these switches. 6. Do not operate the microwave oven empty. Operating the oven with no food or food that is extremely low CMW-55 Rated Voltage: 120V~ 60Hz Rated Input Power: 1050W Rated Output Power: 700W Oven Capacity: 0.6 Cu Ft Turntable Diameter: 9.6 inches External Dimensions
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    Use tempered glass only. Jars for canning are tempered and microwave safe. Glassware Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped glassware. Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to
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    when exposed to high temperature. Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 4 6 7 5 1. assembly cracks or breaks, a replacement can be ordered from Customer Services as a replacement part. See page 14 for details. COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION
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    7. Operation of microwave oven may cause interference to other electronic equipment in the vicinity. 8. Plug your oven into a standard household outlet. Be sure the voltage and the frequency are the same as the voltage and the frequency on the rating label. WARNING: Do not install oven over a range
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    during cooking, or if there no operation is selected within 1 minute of entering the cooking time, the oven will automatically go back to its former setting. For example: to cook with 50% microwave power for 15 minutes: 1. Press POWER repeatedly until PL5 displays. 2. Enter the cooking time: press
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    show the remaining defrosting time. Notes a. If the time entered is not within 00:01-99:99, the setting will not work. b. The default microwave power is power level 3. It cannot be changed. 7. EXPRESS COOKING Popcorn 1. Press POPCORN repeatedly until a preset number of ounces you wish appears in the
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    and will be saved for selection at any time, as long as power to the oven is uninterrupted. To save a procedure in memory: For example: Set the following procedure stage in this procedure, follow instructions 1-4 above, entering instructions for power and timing for the second stage of cooking. 11
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    is released and the control panel is activated. 10. MULTI-STAGE COOKING This microwave oven can be set for 2 stages of cooking. If one stage is to Example: To defrost 20 oz of beef first and then cook it at 80% microwave power for 7 minutes. 1. Press DEFROST once to choose defrost by weight function
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    sharp knife. After cooking, let stand 3 2 minutes before serving. Can be used to precook potatoes before 3 placing in traditional oven to crisp skins. Wash well. Place in a microwave-safe 4.0 casserole or bowl with lid. Add a small amount of water. Cover. After cooking, 8.0 let stand for
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    empty. c. Clean interior with wet towel or microfiber cloth specifically for stainless steel. Unevenly cooked foods a. Materials to be avoided in microwave oven were used. b. Food was not defrosted completely. c. Cooking time and/or power level were not suitable. d. Food was not turned or stirred
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    will be the date of manufacture. If your Cuisinart® Compact Microwave should prove to be defective within the warranty instructions). 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
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    NOTES 25
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    white pith removed 2 pears (about 8 ounces each), ripe but still firm 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Combine juice, dried cranberries and zest in a microwave-safe 1½-quart casserole and cover with a sheet of waxed paper or casserole lid. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave
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    -safe casserole or bowl. Toss with liquid in recipe. Cover with casserole lid or plate and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Microwave on high (PL 10) for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring apples after 10 minutes of cooking, until apples are tender and can be mashed with a
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    and thickens. At this point, you have a medium white sauce. Add cheese and stir until smooth. Microwave, uncovered, on medium-high (PL 7) for 3 cut just slightly larger than the bowl/casserole. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 5 minutes. Stir using
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    fresh parsley 1 teaspoon chopped fresh orange zest julienned fresh sage leaves (optional garnish) Spread pine nuts in a microwave-safe dish and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Microwave for 1½ to 2 minutes on high (PL 10), stirring every 30 seconds until they are toasted to taste
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    vinegar ½ cup thinly sliced celery ¼ cup chopped onion (may use white, red or green) Prick each potato in several places with a fork or the tip of a paring knife. Place 2 paper towels on the turntable of the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and arrange the potatoes in a circle toward the edge of
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    divided ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground white or black pepper 2 slices crispy microwaved bacon, crumbled (optional) Scrub the potatoes well and dry them. Prick with a fork. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on the potato setting for 2 potatoes. Remove
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    taste Place carrots and water in a 1½-quart microwave-safe dish and cover. Place in Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 6 to 8 unsalted butter ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 4 ounces white button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced ½ teaspoon herbes
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    cover dish tightly with a lid, plate or microwave-safe plastic wrap. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for about 8 to . Both can be prepared ahead and reheated in your microwave or a conventional oven. Artichokes with Tangy Lemon Herb Sauce Makes 2 servings
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    baking dish or glass casserole and cover with lid or waxed paper. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 3 to 4 minutes to bring to a boil. Add chicken, cover and microwave on medium-high (PL 7) for 4 minutes. Turn chicken and cook, covered, on medium-high for
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    white wine 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 can (14 to 15 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained 10 niçoise or other black Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 2 minutes. Stir, replace cover and microwave on
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    of waxed paper, then with a lid or plate. Place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave on high (PL 10) for 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes. ¾ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock 1 tablespoon white rice ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ½-1 tablespoon chipotle chile peppers
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    pepper 2 tablespoons lowfat shredded Cheddar or Swiss cheese Place 3 teaspoons of the butter in a 9-inch glass pie plate and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave. Microwave on high (PL 10) for about 10 to 20 seconds. Add zucchini, mushrooms, green onions, and basil to plate and toss to
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    water kosher salt, to taste freshly ground pepper, to taste Place butter (if using) in a 2-cup glass measuring cup and place in the Cuisinart® Compact Microwave and microwave for 20 seconds on high (PL 10) to melt the butter. Let cool one minute. Break eggs into the cup, add water, and beat
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    AUTO DEFROSTING GUIDE Follow the instructions below when defrosting different defrosted. Let stand for 10-20 minutes. Check foods when the oven signals. After the final stage, small sections may still be icy; microwave should be cooked immediately to prevent harmful bacteria from developing. 10
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    stem. Butternut squash can also be peeled and cubed or sliced. Place squash halves, cut side down in casserole/baking dish with ¼ cup water. Cover. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 10 to 14 minutes, until tender when tested with a knife. Let stand 3 minutes before turning over. For cube/sliced
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    once during cooking. Remove husks and silk; cut kernels from ears to yield about 2 cups. Place in casserole/baking dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover. Microwave on High for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring once. Remove husks and silk. Wrap each ear in waxed paper or parchment. Place on glass turntable
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    Broccoli 1 pound Wash, remove and discard stalks and outer leaves. Cut into florets (1-inch) or spears. Place in casserole/baking dish with 3 tablespoons water. Microwave on High (PL-10) for 4 to 9 minutes, until crisp-tender or to taste, stirring once during cooking. If using in a salad or to add
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    cooking cut vegetables, always cover the dish with a lid or vented microwave plastic wrap. • For best results when cooking asparagus, arrange trimmed asparagus and vegetables to finish cooking after they come out of the oven). A baked potato can stand on the counter for five minutes before cooking
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    FOR COOKING POULTRY IN YOUR MICROWAVE GUIDE FOR COOKING FISH/SHELLFISH IN YOUR MICROWAVE • Place poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. • Cover poultry with wax paper to prevent spattering. • Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield bone tips, thin meat areas or
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    pie plate. Cover with wax paper. Top with a slice of fresh white bread. Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on High (PL-10) for about 30 seconds. • Reheat rice by foods being cooked. GUIDE FOR COOKING MEAT IN YOUR MICROWAVE • Place meat on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. •
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    cooking temperatures. • Use microwave-safe containers for cooking. Check manufacturer's instructions as to microwavability. China or porcelain with gold • When microwaving in glass, be sure it is tempered glass or it will shatter. • If using paper goods in the microwave, use only white, undecorated
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    fork so that they do not burst. • For cooking hot cereals such as oatmeal, follow package instructions. Cook in a large enough container to allow for boil-ups. • To melt chocolate in the microwave, cut it into 1-inch pieces, or use chocolate morsels. Place in glass container with handle (a measuring
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    Recipe Booklet Instruction Booklet Reverse Side Cuisinart® Compact Microwave CMW-55 Series
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For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
IB-8083
Recipe
Booklet
Reverse Side
Cuisinart
®
Compact Microwave
CMW-55 Series