Cuisinart Blender CSB 33 Series User Manual

INSTRUCTION/  
RECIPE BOOKLET  
Quick Prep® Hand Blender CSB-33 Series  
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,  
always read the instruction book carefully before using.  
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2  
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3  
The Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4  
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5  
Using Your Cuisinart®  
Quick Prep® Hand Blender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5  
Everyday Uses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6  
Techniques for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7  
Cleaning Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7  
Recipe Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8  
Recipe Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9  
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19  
INTRODUCTION  
The stick blender has become a kitchen basic, and the Cuisinart®  
Quick Prep® Hand Blender is one of the best. An extremely  
versatile food preparation appliance, this Cuisinart® Hand Blender  
is compact and efficient. It’s designed to handle a variety of basic,  
time-consuming tasks like blending, mixing, emulsifying, whipping,  
pureeing – even processing bread crumbs – to give you time for  
more creative culinary undertakings!  
You’ll love what the Quick Prep® Hand Blender can do for your  
good health, too. Starting with fresh, nutritious ingredients, you  
can puree baby foods, fruits and vegetables. Mash potatoes,  
make your own homemade mayonnaise without additives or  
preservatives, and prepare healthy after-school snacks and  
dips in minutes.  
Comfortable, one-handed operation makes all this blending easy,  
and Cuisinart’s expertise in engineering food prep tools makes the  
results perfect.  
Powerful, versatile, and efficient, the Cuisinart Quick Prep® Hand  
Blender is the ideal tool for all of your everyday food prep tasks.  
NOTICE:  
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).  
As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.  
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does  
not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this  
safety feature.  
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THE PARTS  
2-SPEED  
CONTROL  
CORD  
WRAP  
MOTOR UNIT  
(HANDLE)  
2-CUP (500 ml) MIXING CONTAINER  
SHAFT  
PROTECTIVE  
GUARD  
METAL BLADE  
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
NOTE: Always unplug the Quick Prep® Hand Blender before cleaning  
the metal blade.  
Before using the Quick Prep® Hand Blender, Cuisinart suggests that you  
wipe the unit with a clean, damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust. Place  
the metal blade end of the hand blender under running water to rinse it.  
Dry thoroughly with a soft absorbent cloth. Read all instructions complete-  
ly for detailed operating procedures.  
USING YOUR QUICK PREP®  
HAND BLENDER  
NOTE: Always unplug the Quick Prep® Hand Blender after each use.  
Keep out of reach of children.  
To prevent splattering, be careful never to remove the Cuisinart® Quick  
Prep® Hand Blender from the liquid while in operation.  
NOTE: If a piece of food becomes lodged in the guard surrounding  
the metal blade, follow the safety instructions noted below:  
1. Release the power button and unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.  
2. Once the power source has been disconnected, use a spatula to  
carefully remove the food lodged in the blade guard. Avoid injury.  
The blade is sharp. Do not use your fingers to remove lodged objects.  
3. After the lodged food has been removed, plug the unit back into its  
power supply and continue processing.  
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EVERYDAY USES:  
Food  
Speed  
Technique  
Strong up and down motion,  
adding water/milk/ cooking  
liquid as needed for texture.  
Pieces of even sizes (1/2"/  
1.25 cm or less) will pro-  
duce the smoothest results.  
Baby Foods/Purées  
(Vegetables; Fruits;  
Cooked Diced Meats  
with broth/juices  
Hi  
Gentle up and down  
motion. Begin on Lo,  
process on Hi if necessary.  
Do not over blend.  
Batters  
Lo/Hi  
Cut/break bread/crackers  
into 1/2"/1.25 cm pieces,  
process no more than 15 at  
a time. Place the hand  
blender just on top of the  
bread cubes/cracker pieces;  
pulse on Lo. Stop and  
shake container as  
Bread Crumbs/Cracker  
Crumbs  
Lo  
necessary. Best bread  
crumb results with firm  
bread, crust removed.  
Cut butter/cream cheese  
into 1/2"/1.25 cm pieces.  
Let stand at room tempera-  
ture 20-30 minutes. Add  
minced garlic, herbs, citrus  
zest to taste for savoury  
spreads; add preserves,  
sugar, honey, extracts for  
sweet spreads. Pulse on  
Lo, then process on Hi to  
blend completely.  
Compound Butters/  
Flavoured Cream  
Cheese  
Lo  
Insert hand blender into  
ingredients. Run on Lo for  
15 seconds, until thickening  
begins, then process using  
gentle up and down motion  
until desired thickness is  
reached.  
Mayonnaise/Creamy  
Emulsion Dressings  
Lo  
Lo  
Salad dressings/  
Vinaigrettes  
Gentle up and down motion  
Gentle up and down  
motion. Begin on Lo, then  
process on Hi. Place hand  
blender in bottom of mixing  
beaker, mix on HI -20 sec-  
onds, then using gentle up-  
and-down motion, mix on  
low for 20-30 seconds.  
Soups/Sauces/Gravies  
Lo/Hi  
Lo/Hi  
Whipped Cream  
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TECHNIQUES FOR USE  
For smooth, even, consistent results, foods should be cut into uniform  
pieces, 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) or less. Insert the Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand  
Blender into the food to be processed and use a gentle up-and-down  
action for blending, mixing and puréeing. For some thicker mixtures, a  
stronger motion may be necessary. Always keep the blade below the  
surface of liquid/ingredients to prevent spatter. Turn the hand blender off  
before lifting it out of the foods you are processing.  
As you use your Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender more, you will find  
the best method for your favourite recipes.  
TO BLEND, MIX OR PUREE  
Insert the Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender in the mixture to be  
processed. Process on the speed needed to produce optimum results  
(use EveryDay Uses and Recipes as a guide). For Shakes/Smoothies,  
use the 2-cup (500 ml) mixing container that comes with the hand  
blender, or a tall pitcher. To mix instant desserts, use a deep, narrow bowl  
for best results. For puréeing, use either the mixing container, an  
appropriate mixing bowl, or for soups and hot sauces, use the Quick  
Prep® Hand Blender right in the pan. Use this technique to prepare fresh,  
homemade baby foods from your family favourites (consult your family  
physician or pediatrician for appropriate food recommendations).  
TO EMULSIFY  
(mayonnaise / vinaigrettes)  
Place the ingredients in the 2-cup (500 ml) mixing container or an appro-  
priate mixing bowl. Insert the Quick Prep® Hand Blender into the mixture  
and run on Lo speed for 15 seconds, until the mixture begins to thicken.  
Continue to blend, using a slow, gentle up-and-down motion, taking care  
not to lift the mixing blades above the top surface of the ingredients to  
avoid spatter. Blend until mixture has reached the desired thickness.  
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS  
Always clean the Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender thoroughly after  
each use. Unplug the unit and hold the blade portion of the Quick Prep®  
under hot running water to rinse clean. If food particles are not easily  
rinsed off the blade area, use a small spatula or brush to remove parti-  
cles. Do not use your fingers as the blade is sharp. NEVER submerge or  
allow water to run onto the motor base of the appliance. Wipe the motor  
base clean with a damp cloth and dry before storing. Wash the mixing  
container in hot, soapy water and dry before storing, or conveniently place  
in the dishwasher after each use.  
Cleaning Tip: After preparing oily foods (salad dressing, mayonnaise,  
etc.), fill the container with hot soapy water. Unplug the Quick Prep® Hand  
Blender and place it in the container in the sink to soak. Rinse the blade  
with hot water.  
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RECIPE SUGGESTIONS  
®
TIPS FOR USING THE CUISINART  
®
QUICK PREP HAND BLENDER  
• Using a gentle up and down motion is the best way to blend and  
incorporate ingredients uniformly.  
• Turn the CSB-33 series Hand Blender off and let the blade stop com-  
pletely before lifting the unit out of the mixture you are processing to  
avoid spatter.  
• Use Lo speed when adding solid ingredients to liquid.  
• Adding liquids that are warm, not cold, facilitates blending solids  
with liquids.  
• For recipes calling for ice, use crushed ice (not whole cubes) for  
best results.  
To whip air into a mixture, always hold the blade just under the surface.  
To make a soup creamy in texture, use the CSB-33 series Hand Blender  
to purée the soup solids to the desired consistency using a gentle up  
and down motion right in the saucepan. You can quickly change your  
soup into a thick and creamy blend.  
• If you are making a dip or spread, it is not necessary to process  
completely into a smooth purée, leave some texture for interest.  
• When making compound butters, remove the butter from the refrigerator  
and let it come to room temperature before blending the ingredients.  
• The CSB-33 series Hand Blender is perfect for frothing milk for cappuc-  
cino or lattes.  
• Use the CSB-33 series Hand Blender to make smooth gravies and pan  
sauces.  
• The CSB-33 series can be safely used in a saucepan with a nonstick  
surface as the blade itself never touches the pan.  
• For best results when adding celery to a recipe, use a vegetable peeler  
to remove tough outer strings from celery before slicing.  
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RECIPE TABLE OF CONTENTS  
BEVERAGES/DRINKS  
Peanut Butter Cup Milkshake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10  
Strawberry Banana Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10  
Orange Creamsicle Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11  
Mexican Hot Chocolate (with Whipped Cream) . . . . . . . . . . Page 11  
DIPS/DRESSINGS/SAUCES (Savoury)  
Basic Vinaigrette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12  
Creamy Parmesan & Roasted Garlic Dressing . . . . . . . . . . Page 13  
Rustic Tomato Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14  
SOUPS/SIDE DISHES/ENTRÉE  
Yukon Gold Potato Soup with Roasted Garlic . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15  
Quick and Easy Black Bean Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16  
DESSERTS/SWEET SAUCES  
Fast & Fresh Applesauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17  
Mango Coulis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18  
Sweetened Whipped Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18  
ABOUT THE RECIPES  
Preparation times are estimates and are based on the time it takes to  
prepare, assemble, and cook the ingredients once they have been  
gathered from the refrigerator and cupboard and placed on the counter.  
Nutritional analyses are based on number of servings indicated. If a  
recipe produces a range of servings or has low/high fat ingredient  
choices, the nutritional analysis is based on the highest serving yield  
using the lowest fat alternative ingredient for that particular recipe.  
For best results when measuring dry ingredients such as flour that may  
settle, stir flour first, spoon into measuring cup, then level off with the  
straight edge of a knife.  
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RECIPES  
PEANUT BUTTER CUP MILKSHAKE  
You can make any flavour milkshake using these proportions and your  
favourite flavours. Here chocolate ice cream blends with peanut butter to  
make this creamy shake that tastes like that candy bar favourite.  
Makes 2 servings  
Preparation: 5 minutes or less.  
2/3  
1
cup (150 ml) reduced fat milk  
cup (250 ml) chocolate ice cream  
1
tablespoon (15 ml) chocolate syrup  
teaspoons (10 ml) peanut butter (creamy or chunky)  
2
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container. Blend on Low speed with  
a gentle up-and-down motion for 15 to 20 seconds, then blend on High for  
an additional 15 to 20 seconds until creamy and thick. Serve immediately.  
Calories 241 (42% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 7g •  
fat 11g • sat. fat 6g • chol. 28mg • sod. 121mg •  
calc. 172mg • fiber 0g  
STRAWBERRY BANANA SMOOTHIE  
This smoothie makes a great “breakfast on the run”.  
Preparation: 5 minutes or less  
Makes 1 serving  
1
cup (250 ml) fresh or frozen strawberries (partly thawed),  
hulled and cut in half  
1/2  
1/2  
1
medium – large banana, peeled, cut into 1/2” (1.25 cm) slices  
cup (125 ml) orange juice or apricot nectar  
cup (250 ml) fat free vanilla yogurt  
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container. Blend on Low speed with  
a gentle up-and-down motion for 15 to 20 seconds, then blend on High for  
an additional 15 to 20 seconds until creamy and thick. Serve immediately.  
*May substitute blueberries, raspberries, sliced peaches or mangos.  
Calories 345 (4% from fat) • carb. 74g • pro. 13g •  
fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 4mg • sod. 129mg •  
calc. 403mg • fiber 7g  
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ORANGE CREAMSICLE SMOOTHIE  
This refreshing dessert smoothie is reminiscent of that  
childhood ice cream favourite.  
Makes 2 servings  
Preparation: 5 minutes or less  
1
cup (250 ml) fat free vanilla frozen yogurt  
2/3  
1/4  
cup (150 ml) reduced fat milk  
cup (50 ml) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed  
(not reconstituted)  
1/2  
teaspoon (2 ml) vanilla extract  
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container. Blend on Low speed with  
a gentle up-and-down motion for 15 to 20 seconds, then blend on High for  
an additional 15 to 20 seconds until creamy and thick. Serve immediately.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 193 (7% from fat) • carb. 40g • pro. 5g • fat 2g •  
sat. fat • chol. 6mg • sod. 86mg •  
calc. 169mg • fiber 0g  
MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE  
We made our Hot Chocolate with fat free milk and it was a big hit.  
For a richer chocolate make it with whole or reduced fat milk;  
now and then indulgence is good for the soul.  
Preparation: 15 – 20 minutes  
Makes 12 – 16 servings  
2
quarts (1.9 L) fat free milk  
3” (7.5 cm) cinnamon sticks  
3
20  
ounces (567 g) bittersweet chocolate (your favourite),  
broken into chunks  
1
tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract  
Combine the milk and cinnamon sticks in a 3-3/4 quart (3.5 L) Cuisinart®  
Saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir constantly to heat until  
steamy and just beginning to bubble around the edges. Reduce heat to  
low and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the cinnamon flavour into the  
milk. Stir in the chocolate chunks. When chocolate is melted, remove  
cinnamon sticks and stir in vanilla extract. Insert the Cuisinart® Quick  
Prep® Hand Blender and process on Low for 30 seconds using a gentle  
up-and-down motion. Switch to High and process for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes  
longer until the mixture is creamy and frothy. Spoon into cups or mugs  
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and top with a dollop of freshly whipped cream if desired.  
For Hot Cinnamon Mocha add 3 to 4 tablespoons (45- 50 ml) instant  
espresso powder to the milk when steeping with the cinnamon sticks.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 215 (52% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 7g • fat 14g •  
sat.fat 8g • chol. 2mg • sod. 68mg •  
calc. 184mg • fiber 1g  
BASIC VINAIGRETTE  
Use this basic vinaigrette as a guide and change your vinegar/oil  
flavours to come up with appropriate combinations to create exciting  
salads. You may add other flavours such as crushed or roasted garlic,  
chopped shallots, fresh or dried herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, honey,  
citrus juice or zest.  
Preparation: 5 minutes or less  
Makes 1 cup (250 ml)  
1/4  
1
cup (50 ml) wine vinegar  
tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard  
cup (175 ml) salad or olive oil  
3/4  
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste  
Place all ingredients in the mixing container. Process on Low speed until  
combined, about 10 to 15 seconds. Keep unused portions in an airtight  
container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon (15 ml):  
Calories 91(98% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 10g •  
sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 23mg •  
calc. 0mg • fiber 0g  
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CREAMY PARMESAN & ROASTED GARLIC DRESSING  
Like a Caesar dressing, but made with roasted garlic,  
taking away the pungent bite of fresh garlic.  
Preparation: 10 minutes or less  
Makes about 1-1/3 cups (325 ml)  
1/3  
4
cup (75 ml) grated Parmesan cheese  
cloves roasted garlic*  
2
2
2
tablespoons (25 ml) fresh lemon juice  
tablespoons (25 ml) red wine vinegar  
tablespoons (25 ml) pasteurized liquid egg product  
(such as EggBeaters®)  
1
tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard  
tablespoon (15 ml) anchovy paste  
teaspoon (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce  
teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground pepper  
cup (125 ml) extra virgin olive oil  
Tabasco® or other hot sauce (to taste)  
1
1
1/4  
1/2  
Dash  
Place all the ingredients in the mixing container in the order listed. Insert  
the Quick Prep® Hand Blender and process on Low speed for 20 seconds.  
Change to High speed and process for 30 to 40 seconds longer, until  
creamy and totally emulsified.  
*See Yukon Gold Potato & Roasted Garlic Soup for instructions to  
roast garlic.  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon (15 ml):  
Calories 53 (89% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 5g •  
sat. fat 1g • chol. 4mg • sod. 82mg •  
calc. 18mg • fiber 0g  
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RUSTIC TOMATO SAUCE  
When tomatoes are in season, substitute an equal amount of  
peeled diced fresh tomatoes.  
Preparation: 10 - 15 minutes, plus cooking time  
Makes about 5 cups (1.2 L)  
2
teaspoons (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil  
1
onion (5-6 oz/142-170g), peeled and cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
carrot (2 ounce/57 g), peeled and cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
rib celery, trimmed and cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
cloves garlic, peeled  
1
1
2
1
teaspoon (5 ml) dried basil  
1
roasted red bell pepper, cut in 1” (2.5 cm) pieces  
cup (75 ml) dry white wine (such as vermouth)  
tablespoons (25 ml) tomato paste  
1/3  
2
2
15-ounce (425 ml) cans recipe ready diced tomatoes with juices  
teaspoon (2 ml) kosher salt  
1/2  
1/4  
teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground black pepper  
In a 2-3/4 quart (2.6 L) Cuisinart® Saucepan, heat the olive oil over  
medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and basil. Cover  
loosely and cook until the vegetables are softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in  
the roasted red pepper, wine, tomato paste and tomatoes. Bring to a boil,  
then reduce heat and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, loosely covered.  
Uncover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes longer to thicken. Turn off heat  
and let sit 5 minutes. Insert the Quick Prep® Hand Blender and using a  
gentle up and down motion, process the sauce on Low speed for 30 to 40  
seconds. Increase the speed to High and process for an additional 30 to  
40 seconds, until well blended, but still with some texture.  
Nutritional analysis per half cup (125 ml) serving:  
Calories 47 (17% from fat) • carb. 8g • pro. 1g • fat 1g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 194mg •  
calc. 26mg • fiber 2g  
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YUKON GOLD POTATO AND ROASTED GARLIC SOUP  
Creamy and satisfying, yet surprisingly low in fat.  
Preparation: 15 minutes, plus cooking time  
Makes eight cups (1.9 L) (8 servings)  
1
2
ounce (28 g) peeled garlic cloves (8 - 12 cloves)  
teaspoons (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil  
1/2  
tablespoon (7 ml) unsalted butter  
1
1
1
medium onion (5 oz/142 g), peeled, cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
carrot (2 ounces/57 g), peeled, cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
rib celery (2 ounces/57 g), peeled, cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
cups (875 ml) fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock  
cups (500 ml) water  
3-1/2  
2
2
pounds (1 kg) Yukon gold potatoes*, peeled, cut in 1/2”  
(1.25 cm) slices  
1
teaspoon (5 ml) herbs de Provence  
1/2  
1
cup (125 ml) evaporated fat free milk or half-and-half  
teaspoon (5 ml) kosher salt  
1/2  
teaspoon (2 ml) ground white pepper  
Preheat oven to 375°F (191˚C). Place cloves of garlic in the centre of a 12”  
(30 cm) square of foil, drizzle with 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of the olive oil and toss to  
coat. Wrap the foil around the garlic and fold or crimp to seal. Roast until  
garlic is tender, about 1 hour. Cool slightly before using. (Garlic may be done  
ahead, and will keep in a resealable container for 5 days in the refrigerator.)  
While the garlic is roasting, heat remaining olive oil with butter in a 3-3/4 quart  
( 3.5 L) Cuisinart® Saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and  
celery. Reduce heat to low, cover loosely and cook until vegetables are tender  
but not browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the stock, water, potatoes, herbs de  
Provence, and roasted garlic. Raise heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to  
medium low and simmer, loosely covered, until potatoes are tender, about  
20 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes.  
Insert the Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender and process on Lo speed for  
20 to 30 seconds, then process on Hi speed using a gentle up an down  
motion moving the blender slowly throughout the saucepan, until well com-  
bined, smooth, and no visible pieces of vegetables remain, about  
1 to 1-1/2 minutes. Add half-and half, salt and pepper. Insert the Quick Prep®  
Hand Blender and process on Hi for an additional 30 to 40 seconds. Serve  
hot. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.  
Nutritional information per serving (made with evaporated fat free milk):  
Calories 54 (29% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 3g • fat 2g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 420mg •  
calc. 67mg • fiber 1g  
*For a “rustic” soup, it is not necessary to peel potatoes if skins are  
tender. Take care to scrub the skins well if you decide not to peel  
the potatoes.  
 
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QUICK & EASY BLACK BEAN SOUP  
For a spicier soup with a slightly smoky flavour, add one canned chipotle  
chili pepper with some of the sauce to the soup with the stock.  
Preparation: 45 minutes (10 minutes active) from start to finish.  
Makes 10 cups (2.4 L)  
2
1
1
1
1/2  
3
teaspoons (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil  
onion (6 ounces/170 g), peeled, cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
carrot (2 ounces/57 g), peeled, cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
rib celery (2 ounces/57 g), peeled, cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
red bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
cloves garlic, peeled  
1-1/2  
teaspoons (7 ml) cumin  
1
1
3
teaspoon (5 ml) oregano  
teaspoon (5 ml) thyme  
cans (15 ounce/ 425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained  
(yield – 5 cups/1.2 L beans)  
1
can recipe ready diced tomatoes (15 ounce/425 g) with juices  
cups (625 ml) fat free, low sodium chicken or vegetable stock  
cup (125 ml) water  
2-1/2  
1/2  
1
bay leaf  
1/2 - 1  
3/4  
1
teaspoon (2-5 ml) Tabasco® or other hot sauce, to taste  
teaspoon (3 ml) kosher salt  
tablespoon (15 ml) sherry vinegar (or medium dry sherry)  
lowfat sour cream as garnish  
Heat the olive oil in a 3-3/4 quart (3.5 L) Cuisinart® Saucepan over medium  
heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, red bell pepper, garlic, cumin, oregano,  
and thyme; stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook over low heat  
until the vegetables are tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the drained beans,  
tomatoes with juices, stock, water and bay leaf. Bring to a boil over high heat,  
then reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 25 minutes uncovered,  
stirring now and then. Turn off heat; remove and discard bay leaf.  
Insert the Quick Prep® Hand Blender in the soup. Process on Low for  
30 to 40 seconds using a gentle up-and-down motion, moving the blender  
in a circular motion around the saucepan. Then process on High speed for  
an additional 20 to 30 seconds using the same gentle up-and-down motion.  
Stir in hot sauce, salt and sherry vinegar. Serve hot. Each serving may be  
garnished with a small dollop of sour cream.  
Nutritional analysis per cup (250 ml):  
Calories 154 (9% from fat) • carb. 27g • pro. 9g • fat 2g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 306g •  
calc. 48mg • fiber 0g  
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FAST & FRESH APPLESAUCE  
One pan, no fuss applesauce, make it as you like it, chunky or smooth.  
Preparation: 5 minutes or less, plus cooking time  
Makes 3 cups (750 ml)  
2
pounds (1 kg) apples (your favourite,  
Red Delicious not recommended), peeled,  
cored and cut into eighths  
1/4  
1
cup (50 ml) water  
tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice  
Combine all ingredients in a 2-quart (1.9 L) Cuisinart® Saucepan. Bring to  
a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until  
apples are fork tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit 5  
minutes, still covered. Uncover and insert Quick Prep® Hand Blender.  
Process on Low speed using a gentle up-and down motion until desired  
consistency is reached, 15 to 60 seconds.  
Nutritional analysis per serving (1/2 cup/125 ml):  
Calories 81(5% from fat) • carb. 21g • pro. 0g • fat 1g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod 2mg •  
calc. 8mg • fiber 4g  
Variations:  
Cinnamon Applesauce: add a cinnamon stick when cooking the apples.  
Remove before processing.  
Cranberry Applesauce: Substitute cranberry or cranapple juice for  
the water and add 1/3 to 1/2 cup (75-125 ml) dried cranberries to the  
apples before cooking.  
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MANGO COULIS  
A fresh fruit dessert sauce in just minutes. Or pour a tablespoonful  
(15 ml) into a champagne flute and add your favourite sparkling wine or  
ginger ale for a “Mango Royale.”  
Preparation: 5 minutes or less  
Makes about 1 cup (250 ml)  
1
ripe mango (about 12 ounces/340 g), peeled, pitted,  
cut in 1/2” (1.25 cm) pieces  
2
2
tablespoons (25 ml) ginger syrup (purchased)  
teaspoons (10 ml) fresh lemon juice  
Place all ingredients in the mixing container. Process on Low using a firm  
up-and-down motion for 10 to 15 seconds. Scrape the container. Process  
on High for 20 to 30 seconds longer until completely smooth. Cover and  
refrigerate until ready to use.  
Nutritional analysis per serving (2 tablespoons/25 ml):  
Calories 33(2% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 0g • fat 0g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 4mg •  
calc. 4mg • fiber 0g  
SWEETENED WHIPPED CREAM  
Thick and creamy whipped cream to top your favourite dessert,  
hot chocolate or coffee.  
Preparation: 5 minutes or less  
Makes 1-1/2 cups (375 ml)  
1
cup (250 ml) heavy cream or whipping cream  
tablespoons (15-25 ml) sugar, to taste  
teaspoons (5-10 ml) vanilla extract  
1 - 2  
1 - 2  
Place all ingredients in mixing container. Place Quick Prep® Hand Blender  
in the bottom of the container. Hold in place and process on High speed  
for 20 seconds. Reduce speed to Low and whip using a gentle up and  
down motion until thick and fluffy, 30 to 40 seconds.  
Nutritional information per tablespoon (15 ml):  
Calories 43(89% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 0g • fat 4g •  
sat. fat 3g • chol. 16mg •  
sod. 4mg • calc. 8mg  
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WARRANTY  
Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender  
LIMITED 18-MONTH WARRANTY  
This warranty supercedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart® Quick Prep®  
Hand Blenders. This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a  
consumer if you are the owner of a Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender  
which was purchased at retail for personal or household use. This warranty is  
not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.  
We warrant that your Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender will be free of  
defects in material and workmanship under normal home use for 18 months  
from the date of original purchase.  
We suggest that you complete and return the enclosed warranty registration  
card promptly to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase.  
However, return of the warranty registration card is not a condition of  
this warranty.  
If your Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender should prove to be defective  
within the warranty period, we will repair it, (or if we think it necessary,  
replace it) without charge to you. To obtain warranty service, please call  
our Consumer Service Centre toll-free at 1-800-472-7606 or write to:  
Cuisinart Canada  
156 Parkshore Drive  
Brampton, Ontario L6T 5M1  
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please also enclose  
$5.00 for shipping and handling of the product. Please also be sure to include  
a return address, description of the product problem, product serial number,  
and any other information pertinent to the product’s return. Please pay by  
cheque or money order.  
Your Cuisinart® Quick Prep® Hand Blender has been manufactured to strict  
specifications and has been designed for use with Cuisinart® Quick Prep®  
authorized accessories and replacement parts. This warranty expressly  
excludes any defects or damages caused by accessories, replacement parts  
or repair service other than those which have been authorized by Cuisinart.  
This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse,  
shipment or other than ordinary household use.  
This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages.  
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