Beko SCM3622X User Manual page 11

3 Operation
3.4 Helpful hints using the
slow cooker
• The Lid does not form a tight seal with the Cas-
serole. However, it should be centred on the Cas-
serole for best results.
• Stirring is not required while slow cooking. How-
ever, when cooking on High, stirring occasionally
will help distribute flavours.
• For best results the Casserole should be at least
half full.
• For soups and stews, leave a 2" (5 cm) space be-
tween the food and the top to allow ingredients
to simmer. When cooking on the High setting,
keep checking from time to time as some soups
and stews may come to a boil.
• When slow cooking it is more appropriate to use
less tender, cheaper cuts of meat than the more
expensive varieties. Remove excess fat before
cooking and if called for, brown the meat on a
range top using a metal frying pan before add-
ing meat to the Casserole.
• The greater the fat content in the meat the less
liquid is required. When cooking meat with high
fat content, place thick slices of onion under the
meat so that it will not sit and cook in the fat.
Roasts, when cooked on Low, may be prepared
without adding any liquid.
• Use a meat thermometer to determine if the
meat has been cooked to your taste.
• Fresh or thawed fish or seafood should be added
to the Casserole only 1 hour before serving as
they may fall apart during prolonged cooking.
• Since raw vegetables take longer to cook than
meat, cut them into small pieces 1/2" (12mm)
diameter before adding to the Casserole.
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• Milk, sour cream or other dairy products should
be added just before serving as these tend to
break down during prolonged cooking.
• To thicken juices or make gravy at the end of the
cooking cycle, make a smooth mixture of 2 to 4
tbsps. (30 - 60 ml) of corn starch, 1/4 cup (60 ml)
of water, and 2 tbsp. (30 ml) of butter. Remove
cooked food from Casserole. Add the mixture to
the juices remaining in the Casserole, set to High
and stir until liquid thickens.
• Do not worry if the food remains in the Slow
Cooker longer than planned. The Slow Cooker
cooks very slowly and will be very forgiving if
you are running a little late.
3.5 General recipe instructions
1. Prepare recipe according to directions.
2. Place food in Ceramic Casserole and cover with
Lid.
3. Use the following chart to help adapt your
favourite recipes to the Slow Cooker. These
times are approximate and should be used only
as general guidelines.
Regular Slow cooker time
cooking
Time Low
30 min. 7-8 hours
35-60 min. 8-9 hours
1-3 hours 9-10 hours 5-6 hours
4. Follow the instructions in the "How to Use the
Slow Cooker" section.
5. Using a potholder or oven mitt, carefully remove
Lid.
High
3-4 hours
4-5 hours
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