FEATURES AND
OPERATION
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Speeds listed are for the Chef’s Blender. The Bar Blender runs at
the equivalent of High speed in the “On” position and Low speed
in the
“
Pulse” position.
Reconstitute Frozen Juice
For a 6 or 12-oz. (180 or 360-ml) can of frozen orange juice
concentrate, combine the juice and the correct amount of water
in the blender jar. Cover and blend at the Low or Pulse speed
setting until thoroughly combined, about 10 to 15 seconds.
Make Cookie and Graham Cracker Crumbs
Break larger cookies into pieces about 1
1
⁄2 inches (3.75 cm) in
diameter. Use smaller cookies as is. Place in blender jar. Cover and
pulse the blender a few times (about 3 seconds each time) until
the desired consistency is reached. Use the crumbs to make a
quick topping for frozen yogurt, pudding, or a fruit compote. To
make a finer crumb for pie and dessert crusts, pulse a total of
about 20 to 30 seconds, or until desired consistency is reached.
Make Cracker or Bread Crumbs
Follow the procedure for cookies and graham crackers. Use to top
or as an ingredient in main dish casseroles and vegetable dishes.
Chop Fruits and Vegetables
Place 2 cups (500 ml) of fruit or vegetable chunks in blender jar.
Cover and pulse the blender a few times (about 2 to 3 seconds
each time) until the desired consistency is reached.
Purée Fruits
Place 2 cups (500 ml) of canned or cooked fruit in blender jar.
Add 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 ml) of fruit juice or water per
cup of fruit. Cover and blend at the Medium (Med) or Pulse
speed setting about 5 to 10 seconds.
Purée Vegetables
Place 2 cups (500 ml) of canned or cooked vegetables in blender
jar. Add 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 ml) of broth, water, or milk
per cup of vegetables. Cover and blend at the Medium (Med) or
Pulse speed setting about 10 to 20 seconds.
Purée or Finely Chop Meats
Place cooked, cubed, tender meat in blender jar. Add 2 to
4 tablespoons (30 to 60 ml) of broth, water, or milk per cup of
meat. Cover and blend on the Low speed setting 10 seconds. Stop
and scrape the sides of the blender jar. Cover and blend on the
Medium (Med) or Pulse speed setting 10 to 20 seconds longer.
FOOD PREP TIPS
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