Page 2 - Important SaFEGUarDS
2 Important SaFEGUarDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. To protect against electrical shock, do not put the motor body, cord or electrical plug of this hand blender in water or other liquid. T...
Page 3 - . Not doing so could create a risk of; SaVE tHESE InStrUCtIonS; NOTICE
3 15. Do not use outdoors, or use for other than intended use. 16. Do not let any cord hang over the edge of the table or counter. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including stovetop. 17. Make sure the appliance is off, the motor has stopped completely, and the appliance is unplugged from outle...
Page 4 - UNPACKINg INSTRUCTIONS; Note: The blending blade is extremely sharp. Use caution when; FEATURES AND BENEFITS; Motor Body Housing
4 UNPACKINg INSTRUCTIONS Place the package containing the Cuisinart ® Smart Stick ® Hand Blender on a sturdy surface. Unpack the Smart Stick ® Hand Blender from its box by removing the upper protective insert. Gently slide the unit from the box. Remove all support materials from the box and replace ...
Page 5 - WHISK TIPS; BEATINg Egg WHITES
5 WHISK TIPS Use the whisk attachment for beating heavy cream or egg whites. It may also be used for whisking eggs for scrambled eggs or fluffy omelets. BEATINg Egg WHITES When beating egg whites use a very clean metal or glass bowl, never plastic. Plastic can contain hidden oils and fats that can r...
Page 7 - ASSEMBLy; BLENDINg ATTACHMENT; CHOPPER/gRINDER ATTACHMENT
7 ASSEMBLy BLENDINg ATTACHMENT 1. Align the motor body with the blending attachment and slide the pieces together until you hear and feel the pieces click together. It may be helpful to press the release button when assembling. CHOPPER/gRINDER ATTACHMENT A. Chopper/grinder Prep Bowl B. Cover Slots (...
Page 8 - REvERSIBLE BLADE
8 REvERSIBLE BLADE The Cuisinart ® Smart Stick ® Hand Blender chopper/grinder attachment is equipped with a reversible blade. This blade is sharp on one side and blunt on the other. The blade is attached to a plastic ring which slides over the plastic blade sheath, so it can be easily turned over to...
Page 10 - WHISK ATTACHMENT
10 5. Plug the power cord of the Smart Stick ® Hand Blender into an electrical outlet. 6. Put one hand on the cover of the chopper/grinder attachment, while gripping the Smart Stick ® Hand Blender motor body handle with the other. Press the High or Low button with your fingers to start the motor and...
Page 11 - OPERATION; WHISKINg
11 OPERATION BLENDINg & MIxINg The specially designed blade is for mixing and stirring all kinds of foods, including salad dressings, powdered drink products, and sauces. It is ideal for combining dry ingredients, and can be used to emulsify mayonnaise, too. This blade mixes and stirs while addi...
Page 12 - CHOPPINg AND gRINDINg; CLEANINg AND MAINTENANCE; SMART STICK
12 CHOPPINg AND gRINDINg Processing Food 1. Put the prep bowl firmly on a flat sturdy surface like a countertop. Be sure the blade is assembled to use the blade edge that is appropriate for the food to be processed. 2. Put food into the prep bowl. Be sure the food is cut into small pieces, and the b...
Page 13 - Do not submerge the cover in water or put in; Do not submerge the gearbox in water or any other liquid.
13 CHOPPER/gRINDER ATTACHMENT To simplify cleaning, rinse the prep bowl, cover, and blade immediately after use, so that food won’t dry onto them. Wash blade ring, plastic sheath, and prep bowl in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry. Wipe the underside of the chopper/grinder cover with a sponge or damp ...
Page 14 - TIPS AND HINTS
14 TIPS AND HINTS 1. Liquid should come within an inch of where the shaft attaches to the motor housing. 2. Some spices may scratch the chopper/grinder attachment. 3. When using with a nonstick cooking surface, be ca ref ul not to scratch the coating with the hand blender. 4. Do not immerse motor bo...
Page 15 - FREQUENT USES FOR CHOPPER/gRINDER
Ingredient Suggested Blade Comments Baby foods (always consult a pediatrician or familyphysician for appropriatefood recommendations Sharp Blade Place small amounts of cooked foods into chopper/grinder bowl. Add small amount of appropriate liquid. Pulse to chop, then hold to blend Bread Crumbs - fre...
Page 16 - SMOOTHIES AND DRINKS; Blueberry Banana Anti-Oxidant Smoothie; Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie
16 SMOOTHIES AND DRINKS Blueberry Banana Anti-Oxidant Smoothie Makes 2 cups ¾ cup soy milk or fat-free milk 14 grams soy protein powder (or soy protein isolate) 1 cup frozen blueberries 1 small (4½ ounces) banana, sliced 1 teaspoon flaxseed oil 1–2 teaspoons honey (optional) Put soy milk, protein po...
Page 17 - Frozen Coffee Frappé; Peach Margarita
17 Frozen Coffee Frappé Makes one 12-ounce shake 1¾ cups coffee ice cream or ice milk ½ cup strong brewed coffee (may use espresso) 2 tablespoons fat-free milk Put ingredients into mixing bowl. Insert blender, making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until in...
Page 18 - Mexican Hot Chocolate; Asparagus Soup
18 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. Makes 12 to16 servings 2 quarts fat-free milk 3-inch cinnamon sticks20 ounces bittersweet chocolat...
Page 19 - Curried Cauliflower Soup
19 Melt butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium low heat. Sweat the shallots and crushed garlic over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes. Do not allow the shallots and garlic to brown. While shallots are cooking, cut the asparagus into ½-inch pieces and reserve the tips. When shallots are soft, add...
Page 20 - Sweet Red Pepper Coulis; green Chile Sauce
20 Nutritional information per ½ - cup serving: Calories 71 (22% from fat) • carb. 10g • pro. 4g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 350mg • calc. 39mg • fiber 3g Sweet Red Pepper Coulis This multipurpose sauce is great for chicken, fish, crab cakes, and pastas. Makes 2½ cups 1 tablespoon oliv...
Page 21 - garden vegetable Tomato Sauce
21 Preheat oven to 450°F. Put peppers on a baking sheet and roast until very dark and skin is coming away from the pepper, about 30 minutes. Put roasted peppers into a mixing bowl and cover with plastic wrap in order for the skins to loosen, about 15 minutes. Insert the blade assembly in the prep bo...
Page 22 - Basic vinaigrette; Creamy Parmesan & Roasted garlic Dressing
22 Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 50–60 seconds. Nutritional information per ¼ - cup serving: Calories 60 (25% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 2g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g • c...
Page 23 - Mayonnaise; Mango Salsa
23 Insert the blade assembly in the prep bowl. Put the cheese cubes into the prep bowl. Pulse to chop, 10 times, then process to chop finely, about 15–20 seconds. Add remaining ingredients to prep bowl. Process for about 30–40 seconds, until creamy and totally emulsified. Nutritional analysis per ta...
Page 24 - guacamole
24 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice 1½ teaspoons rice vinegar (may use raspberry or white balsamic vinegar) ½ teaspoon honey Insert the blade assembly in the prep bowl. Put the red bell pepper pieces into the prep bowl and use the pulse to coarsely chop, 6–8 pulses. Transfer to a 1-quart bowl and reserv...
Page 25 - Roasted Pepper Tapenade; White Bean Spread
25 Roasted Pepper Tapenade Makes 1 cup 1 small garlic clove, peeled 1 jar (12-ounces) of roasted peppers, drained, cut into 1-inch pieces ½ sun-dried tomato (oil packed) 2 tablespoons green pimento-stuffed olives, drained ½ teaspoon fresh thyme ½ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil pinch salt pinch pepp...
Page 26 - Tomato and Basil Topping; DESSERTS; Chocolate Pistachio Macaroons
26 Tomato and Basil Topping Makes 1 cup 1 small garlic clove, peeled 1½ tablespoons fresh basil leaves 1 pint grape tomatoes 3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon salt Insert the blade assembly in the prep bowl. Put garlic into the prep bowl and run for 30 seconds. Add basil and pulse 4 time...
Page 27 - Sweet Whipped Cream; Berry Coulis
27 Nutritional information per macaroon: Calories 76 (38% from fat) • carb. 11g • pro. 1g • fat 3g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 11mg • calc. 4mg • fiber 2g Sweet Whipped Cream Sweetened whipped cream is the perfect finish for just about any dessert, or spoon a dollop over coffee or hot chocolate...
Page 28 - WARRANTy; LIMITED THREE-yEAR WARRANTy
28 WARRANTy LIMITED THREE-yEAR WARRANTy This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ® Smart Stick ® Hand Blender that was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not ava...
Page 30 - NOTES