Cuisinart Blender SPB 7 User Manual

INSTRUCTION AND  
RECIPE BOOKLET  
SMARTPOWERTM 7-Speed Electronic Blender  
SPB-7 Series  
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.  
 
14. Always operate blender with the cover in place.  
15. Never leave your blender unattended while running.  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should  
always be followed, including the following:  
16. When blending HOT liquids, remove measured pour lid (center  
piece of cover) to allow steam to escape.  
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
17. Twist on locking ring firmly. Injury can result if moving blades  
accidentally become exposed.  
2. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor  
base of blender in water or other liquid.  
18. Do not use an extension cord with this unit. Doing so may  
result in fire, electrical shock, or personal injury.  
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by  
or near children.  
Regarding your cord set: A longer cord has been provided so  
that you will have flexibility in positioning your Cuisinart®  
SmartPower™ Blender near an electrical outlet. Exercise care  
when using the longer cord, to avoid entangling or tripping over  
the cord. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not  
drape over the counter or tabletop, where it can be pulled on  
by children or tripped over. Excess cord should be stored in the  
cord storage area at the back of the blender base to avoid  
injury caused by the longer cord.  
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking  
off parts, and before cleaning or removing contents from  
blender jar. Never put hands into the blender jar or  
container, or handle the blades with appliance plugged in.  
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.  
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or  
after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in  
any manner. Return appliance to nearest Cuisinart service  
facility for examination, repair, and/or mechanical or electrical  
adjustment.  
19. Wash the blender jar, cutting assembly, locking ring, and cover  
before first use.  
20. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK  
OR FIRE, DO NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL. NO USER  
SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULD BE  
DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.  
7. The use of attachments, including canning or ordinary jars, not  
recommended or sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, electrical  
shock, or risk of injury to persons.  
8. Do not use outdoors.  
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of counter or table or touch hot  
surfaces.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY  
10. Keep hands and utensils out of jar while blending, to  
reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to  
blender itself. A rubber or plastic spatula may be used but  
must be used only when the blender is turned OFF.  
11. When blender is in ON mode, and LED lights are flashing or  
glowing, do not touch cutting assembly, interfere with blade  
movement, or remove blender jar cover. Accidentally touching  
a speed button may activate the blender.  
NOTICE:  
This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the  
other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit into a  
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the  
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified  
electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.  
12. BLADES ARE SHARP. HANDLE CAREFULLY.  
13. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting assembly on  
base unless the blender jar is properly attached.  
 
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INTRODUCTION  
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS  
The life of the party, the SmartPower™ Electronic Blender is engi-  
neered with seven speeds that crush ice, including one speed just  
for ice crushing. The results are delicious, professional-quality  
frozen drinks. The SmartPower™ Electronic Blender purées,  
blends, mixes, stirs, liquifies, and more. No need to worry about  
spills or messy cleanups, either. The SmartPower™ Electronic  
Blender comes with a dripless pour spout and touchpads that wipe  
clean in an instant. Like all Cuisinart® appliances, the  
1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® SmartPower™  
7-Speed Electronic Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before  
unpacking.  
2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from  
top of corrugated insert. Next remove the top corrugated insert.  
3. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside.  
4. Remove the lower corrugated insert containing the blender jar  
assembly. Be careful not to tip the jar when removing.  
5. Remove any additional literature from the box.  
SmartPower™ Electronic Blender was designed to bring you years  
of enjoyment, and it is backed by a three-year limited warranty.  
To assemble the blender, follow the “Assembly” instructions on page  
4 of this instruction booklet. Replace all corrugated inserts in the  
box and save the box for repackaging.  
FEATURES AND BENEFITS  
1. Cover  
Just press on. Tightfitting  
2.  
1.  
Before using for the first time: Wash all parts according to the  
“Cleaning and Maintenance” section on page 6 of this booklet to  
remove any dust or residue.  
seal resists leakage.  
3.  
2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid  
Allows you to measure  
and add ingredients with-  
out removing the cover.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2  
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3  
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3  
Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4  
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4  
Helpful Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4  
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4  
Easy Reference Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5  
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6  
Do’s and Don’ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7  
Recipe Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 8  
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9  
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18  
3. 40-oz. Glass Jar with  
Dripless Pour Spout  
Has a unique, sturdy,  
widemouth design and a  
dripless pour spout for no-  
mess pouring.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
4. Leak- proof Rubber  
Gasket (not shown)  
Holds the glass jar snugly  
in position for safe  
operation.  
8b.  
8a.  
Ice  
Stir  
Pulse  
Crush  
Food  
Processor  
8.  
9.  
Chop  
On  
Mix  
Purée  
Off  
AD  
5. High-quality Cutting  
Assembly with Patented  
Stainless Steel Blades  
Is strong enough for all  
blender tasks, including  
tough jobs, from ice  
Note: Blades are sharp…  
handle carefully.  
crushing to chopping  
delicate herbs.  
 
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6. Locking Ring  
4. Secure the rubber gasket and cutting assembly into position  
by placing the smaller opening of the locking ring (d) on top of  
the cutting assembly. Engage threads by twisting the locking  
ring clockwise until tightened. Make sure locking ring is tightly  
fastened to blender jar. Once assembled, turn the blender jar  
right-side up.  
5. Push the cover onto the top of the blender jar. Push the meas-  
ured pour lid into the cover.  
6. Place the blender jar on the motor base so that the jar mark-  
ings are facing you and the handle is positioned to one side.  
7. Plug in power cord. Your blender is now ready to be used.  
Is self-aligning so that the glass blender jar slides easily into  
position.  
7. Heavy-duty Motor Base  
Is so sturdy and stable, it will not walkon your counter –  
even during ice crushing!  
8. 7-Speed Touchpad Control with Indicator Lights  
Is easy to use, read and clean. The red LED lights clearly  
indicate what blender speed you are using.  
8a. Pulse at Any Speed Button  
Allows you to pulse at any speed from high to low, so you can  
blend ingredients only as much as needed.  
HELPFUL REMINDERS  
8b. Ice Crush Button  
Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be  
added during blending by simply lifting the measured pour  
lid, adding ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid.  
Cover should always be in place while the unit is on.  
Warning: Do not place blender jar onto base while motor  
is running.  
This button is preset to the best speed for crushed ice.  
9. Slip-proof Feet  
Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks  
on countertops or tables.  
10. Cord Storage (not shown)  
Keeps countertop safe and neat by conveniently storing  
excess cord.  
Do not twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender  
jar from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.  
Boiling liquid or solid frozen foods (with the exception of ice cubes  
or 1/2 inch [1.3 cm] pieces of frozen fruit) should never be placed  
in the blender jar.  
Do not place ice, frozen foods or very cold liquids into a blender  
jar which has come directly from a hot dishwasher.  
Do not place very hot liquids or foods into a blender jar which has  
come directly from the freezer. Boiling liquids should cool for 5  
minutes before being placed in blender jar.  
Follow Cleaning and Maintenanceinstructions on page 6, prior  
to your first use.  
USE AND CARE  
ASSEMBLY  
To use your Cuisinart®  
(d)  
SmartPowerElectronic Blender,  
begin by assembling the blender jar.  
1. Turn the blender jar (a) upside  
down, and place it flat on a stur-  
dy surface.  
(c)  
OPERATION  
2. Position the rubber gasket (b)  
on the round opening on the  
bottom of the blender jar.  
3. Turn the cutting assembly (c)  
upside down, and place the  
blade end in the blender jar  
opening.  
1. Place the motor base of your Cuisinart® SmartPower™  
Electronic Blender onto a flat, sturdy surface. It is important  
that the surface be clean and dry. Assemble the blender by  
following the assembly instructions. Once the jar is assembled  
and is in position on the motor base, plug the Cuisinart®  
SmartPowerElectronic Blender into an electrical outlet.  
2. Add all necessary ingredients to the blender jar, and replace  
the cover. You may add more ingredients by lifting the  
(b)  
(a)  
Note: Blades are sharp…  
handle carefully.  
 
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measured pour lid and dropping ingredients through the fill  
area. Replace the measured pour lid after adding ingredients.  
Do not place hands into blender jar with blender  
plugged in.  
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE  
To Activate Blender  
Press On- The blender is in on mode.  
Note: Add liquid ingredients first, then follow with solid ingredients.  
This will provide more consistent blending and prevent unnecessary  
stress on the motor.  
Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover upwards.  
Lifting measured pour lid will not remove cover.  
To Begin Blending  
To Change Speeds  
To Pulse  
Press desired speed button.  
Press desired speed button.  
In "On" mode press Pulse, then press  
and release desired speed button as  
needed.  
To Crush Ice  
In "On" mode, press and release  
Ice crushbutton as needed.  
Press Offbutton.  
3. TO START BLENDING: press the Onbutton. The red "On"  
LED light will flash, indicating that the blender is turned on but  
no speed has been selected.  
To Stop Blending  
(and Deactivate Blender)  
To Stop Blending  
(in Pulse or Ice crush Mode)  
To Stop Blending in Stir,  
Chop, Mix, Purée, or Liquefy return the blender to "On" mode. Press  
Release button.  
4. PRESS THE DESIRED BLENDING SPEED: both the On”  
indicator light and the activated speed indicator light will glow.  
The blender will now be functioning at the desired speed. It is  
possible to switch speeds without pressing the Offbutton, by  
simply pushing the next desired speed button.  
Press speed button again. This will  
Mode  
Offbutton to turn blender off.  
Ice Crush  
On  
Stir  
Pulse  
SPEED SELECTION GUIDE  
Refer to this guide to choose the best speed for your desired result.  
Chop  
Liquefy  
Mix  
Ingredient/Recipe  
Reconstituting frozen  
orange juice concentrate  
Mayonnaise  
Salad dressings  
Nuts  
Whipping cream  
Bread Crumbs  
Grating citrus zest  
Milk shakes  
Speed  
Result  
Purée  
Off  
Stir  
Stir  
Stir  
Chop  
Mix  
Smooth and full-bodied  
Thick and creamy  
Desired consistency  
Coarse to fine  
Thick topping  
Uniformly fine  
5. TO STOP THE BLENDING PROCESS:  
re-press the activated speed button. The blending process  
will stop. The red "On" indicator light will continue to flash to  
let you know that the blender is still on and can be reactivated  
by pushing the desired speed button. The blender can be com-  
pletely deactivated and stopped at any speed by pushing the  
Offbutton. You will need to press the Onbutton again to  
continue blending.  
Mix  
Purée  
Purée  
Purée  
Liquefy  
Liquefy  
Liquefy  
Liquefy  
Ice Crush  
Uniformly fine  
Smooth and creamy  
Smooth and creamy  
Smooth and creamy  
Thick and slushy  
Coarse to fine  
Baby food  
Health drinks  
Frozen cocktails  
Grinding hard cheese  
Spices  
6. PULSE MODE: while the blender is turned on, you can create  
a burst of power for quick, efficient blending, by activating the  
pulse function. To do so, first push the Pulsebutton, which  
will cause the pulse indicator light to flash. Next, push and  
Coarse to fine  
Snowy  
Ice  
 
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release the desired speed button. Repeat as desired. You  
determine the duration of each pulse. While pulsing, all indica-  
tor lights (the on, the pulse, and the desired speed) will glow.  
The pulse function can be used to break apart larger pieces  
of food or to control the texture of food when chopping. The  
pulse function is also effective in starting the blending process  
when you do not want continuous power, or when processing  
items which do not require an extended amount of blending.  
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE  
Always unplug your Cuisinart® SmartPower™ Electronic Blender  
from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The blender is made of  
corrosion-resistant parts which are easy to clean. Before first use  
and after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check  
all parts before reassembly. If any part is damaged or blender jar is  
chipped or cracked, DO NOT USE BLENDER.  
Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up  
and away. Twist off the locking ring by turning counterclockwise.  
Remove the cutting assembly and rubber gasket. Wash in warm  
soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.  
7. TO CRUSH ICE: the SmartPower™ Electronic Blender motor  
is strong enough to crush ice without liquid at any speed; how-  
ever, for your convenience, we have preset the best speed for  
ice crushing. To give you greater control, the ice crush function  
automatically operates as a pulse function. To crush ice, place  
ice cubes in the blender jar, and place the cover and the meas-  
ured pour lid on the blender jar. Press the “On” button. Press  
the “Ice Crush” button in short pulses until ice is crushed to  
desired consistency. See the "Recipe Tips" section on page 7  
for more details.  
Place the locking ring in the upper rack of the dishwasher or wash  
in warm water.  
CAUTION: Handle the cutting assembly carefully. It is SHARP and  
may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from  
cutting assembly.  
8. TO DISLODGE FOOD: use a rubber or plastic spatula to help  
remove food lodged around the cutting assembly. DO NOT  
USE SPATULA UNTIL YOU HAVE TURNED THE BLENDER  
OFF. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and continue  
blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the  
blender jar before blending.  
Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in  
warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, or place in upper rack  
of dishwasher. The blender jar must be washed in warm soapy  
water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar can also be  
placed upside down in dishwasher.  
Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any  
residue, and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in  
water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher.  
Tip: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as  
follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled  
blender jar and fill halfway with warm water. Run on STIR for 15  
seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Empty blender jar and  
carefully disassemble parts. Wash cutting assembly, gasket and  
locking ring in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry all  
parts thoroughly.  
9. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: press the “Off” button and  
unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the  
blender jar from the motor base until the blender is off. Do not  
twist locking ring from blender jar when removing jar from  
motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do not  
place hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.  
 
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DOs and DONTs WHEN USING  
YOUR BLENDER  
Do:  
Dont:  
• Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that • Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar.  
stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.  
• Don’t place cutting assembly and locking ring onto motor base  
• Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.  
without the blender jar attached.  
Always add liquid ingredients to the blender jar first, then  
add remaining ingredients. This will ensure that ingredients  
are uniformly mixed.  
• Blender will not mash potatoes, knead heavy dough, or beat  
egg whites.  
• Don’t remove blender jar while unit is on. Keep the blender jar  
cover on the blender jar while blending.  
• Cut most foods into cubes approximately 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) to  
1 inch (2.5 cm) to achieve a more uniform result. Cut all cheeses  
into pieces no larger than 1/2 inch (1.3 cm).  
• Don't twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender  
jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.  
• Use the measured pour lid to measure liquid ingredients such  
as alcohol. Replace measured pour lid after ingredients have  
been added.  
• Don’t overprocess foods. Blender will achieve most desired  
results in seconds, not minutes.  
• Don’t overload blender. If the motor stalls, turn the blender off  
immediately, unplug the unit, and remove a portion of the food,  
then continue.  
• Use a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender  
is turned off. Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to  
the blender jar or cutting assembly.  
• Don’t use any utensil inside the blender jar while the motor is on.  
• Place cover on firmly. Always operate the blender with the  
cover on.  
• Don’t use any container or accessories not recommended by  
Cuisinart. Doing so may result in injury.  
• Make sure locking ring is tightly attached to blender jar.  
• Don’t place hands inside the blender jar when blender is  
plugged in.  
• Always remove locking ring, cutting assembly, and rubber gasket  
before cleaning.  
• Don’t add boiling liquids or frozen foods  
• When scraping the blender jar with a spatula, remove the food  
from the sides of the blender jar and place food in the center of  
the blender jar, over the cutting assembly.  
(except ice cubes or 1/2 inch pieces of frozen fruit) to glass  
blender jar. Boiling liquids should cool for 5 minutes before being  
placed in blender jar.  
• When chopping fresh herbs, garlic, onion, zest, bread crumbs,  
nuts, spices, etc, make sure the blender jar and cutting assembly  
are completely dry.  
• If food tends to stick to the sides of the blender jar when blending,  
pulse in short bursts.  
• Pulses should be short bursts. Space the pulses so the blades  
stop rotating between pulses.  
 
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RECIPE TIPS  
• Baby Food: Combine 1/2 cup cooked vegetables, fruit or  
meat with 3 tablespoons liquid (water, milk or fruit juice) in the  
blender jar. Blend on purée for 15-20 seconds. Add more liquid  
if necessary and process again.  
The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites  
as well as some creative combinations that are sure to please your  
friends and family. Thanks to the superior ice crushing power of the  
SmartPower™ Electronic Blender, you’ll also be able to make  
delicious frozen drinks.  
• Grinding Hard Cheese: Cut cheese into 1/2 inch pieces. Blend  
on Liquefy for 30 seconds. Turn blender off. For best results, grind  
no more than 3 ounces of cheese at a time.  
Chopping Nuts: Pulse 1/2 cup of nuts (shells removed) on chop  
4-5 times. Turn blender off; scrape blender jar with spatula. Turn  
blender on and pulse on chop 2-3 times. Turn blender off. Pulse  
fewer times for more coarsely chopped results. For best results,  
process no more than 1 cup at a time.  
Grinding Spices: For best results, blender jar and cutting  
assembly must be clean and dry. Add 1/4-1/2 cup of spices/  
seeds/peppercorns to blender jar. Blend on Liquefy for 30-35  
seconds. Turn blender off.  
• Bread, Cookie or Cracker Crumbs: For best results, use day-  
old bread (drier bread works best). Break bread slices into 1/2  
inch pieces, and process no more than 1 cup of pieces at a time  
on mix for 5-10 seconds. Crackers and cookies should also be  
broken into 1/2 inch pieces; process 1 cup at a time on mix for 10-  
15 seconds. Turn blender off.  
Whipping Cream: Whip 1 cup of cream (whipping or heavy  
cream) at a time. Blend on Mix, and process for 45-60 seconds or  
until creamy and smooth. If making sweetened cream, add sugar  
after 10 seconds. Turn blender off. Makes about 1 cup.  
• Puréeing Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Rehydrate 1 ounce of tomatoes  
in 1 cup boiling water. Allow to sit for 10 minutes or until softened.  
Add tomatoes and water to blender jar. Cover and pulse on  
Liquefy 5 times; then run continuously on Liquefy for 15-20  
seconds. Turn blender off. Drain in fine strainer if desired. Makes  
about 1/2 cup of puréed tomatoes.  
• Crushing Ice: Add up to 10 large ice cubes to blender jar.  
Press the “Ice Crush” button, using short bursts, 10 times, or until  
cubes are the consistency of snow. Turn blender off. Pulse fewer  
times if coarsely chopped ice is desired.  
• Grating Citrus Zest: For best results, blender jar and cutting  
assembly must be clean and dry. Remove zest from fruit in strips  
(using vegetable peeler). Use no more than 8 strips at a time (zest  
of one medium lemon). Cut strips in half. Add strips and 1 tea-  
spoon sugar (from recipe) to the blender jar. Blend on Liquefy for  
15-20 seconds. Turn blender off.  
 
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Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on liquefy until  
slushy, about 45-50 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Serve immediately.  
MARGARITA  
RECIPES  
Makes four 4-ounce servings  
1/2  
4
1
cup lime juice  
ounces tequila  
tablespoon sugar  
cups ice cubes  
FROZEN BEVERAGES  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 90 (0% from fat) • carbo. 13g • prot. 0g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 3mg  
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FROZEN CRANBERRY-ORANGE  
MIMOSAS  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on liquefy until  
slushy, about 45-60 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Serve immediately.  
Makes ten servings  
1
cup cranberry juice cocktail,  
chilled  
FROZEN DAIQUIRI  
Makes four 4-ounce servings  
1
cup orange juice, chilled  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 94 (0% from fat) • carbo. 6g • prot. 0g • fat 0g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 4mg  
1-1/2 cups ice cubes  
bottle (750 ml) brut champagne,  
chilled  
4
ounces frozen limeade  
concentrate, thawed  
ounces light rum  
1
3
2
cups ice cubes  
Place cranberry juice, orange juice, and  
ice cubes in blender jar in order listed.  
Place cover on blender jar. Turn blender  
on and process on liquefy until thick and  
frothy, about 30-40 seconds. Turn blender  
off.  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on liquefy until  
slushy, about 45-50 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Serve immediately.  
PIÑA COLADA  
Makes two 6-ounce servings  
1/2  
2
cup unsweetened pineapple juice  
ounces sweetened cream of  
coconut  
ounces dark rum  
cup ice cubes  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 105 (0% from fat) • carbo. 14g • prot. 0g • fat  
0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 4mg  
Pour 1/3 cup juice mixture into each  
champagne glass. Top with chilled cham-  
pagne. Serve immediately.  
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1
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on liquefy until  
slushy, about 45-50 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Serve immediately.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 32 (0% from fat) • carbo. 8g • prot. 0g • fat 0g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 14mg  
RUM AND ORANGE FREEZE  
Makes four 4-ounce servings  
1
cup orange juice  
1-1/2 ounces dark rum  
cup ice cubes  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 143 (25% from fat) • carbo. 10g • prot. 1g • fat  
4g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 11mg • sod. 17mg  
FROZEN FRUIT DAIQUIRI  
1
Makes five 4-ounce servings  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on liquefy until  
slushy, about 30 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Serve immediately.  
4
ounces frozen limeade  
concentrate, thawed  
ounces light rum  
cups ice cubes  
3
2
1
cup ripe fruit, cut into  
1 inch pieces  
(strawberries, bananas, peaches)  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 45 (0% from fat) • carbo. 6g • prot. 0g • fat 0g •  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 2mg  
 
9
CAPPUCCINO SHAKE  
ICE CREAM SODA  
MILK SHAKES/FRAPPES  
Makes four 8-ounce servings  
Makes two 12-ounce servings  
ORANGE CREAMSICLE  
1
cup espresso coffee or strong  
coffee  
cup half-and-half  
cup sugar*  
cup ice cubes  
ground cinnamon  
1
1
2
1
cup reduced fat milk  
scoop (4 ounces) vanilla ice cream  
tablespoons chocolate syrup  
cup ginger ale  
Makes one 12-ounce serving  
1/2  
1/4  
1
3/4  
2
2
cup fat-free milk  
scoops (8 ounces) orange sherbet  
tablespoons instant fat-free dry  
milk  
Place milk, ice cream, and chocolate syrup  
in blender jar in order listed. Place cover on  
blender jar. Turn blender on and process on  
purée until smooth and creamy, about  
40-45 seconds. Turn blender off. Divide  
ginger ale into two tall glasses (about 14-16  
ounces each). Add ice cream mixture, and  
stir gently. Serve immediately.  
Place all ingredients except cinnamon in  
blender jar in order listed. Place cover on  
blender jar. Turn blender on and process  
on liquefy until smooth, about 25-30 sec-  
onds. Pour into glasses, and sprinkle with  
cinnamon. Serve immediately.  
1/2  
teaspoon vanilla extract  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on liquefy until  
smooth, about 30 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Serve immediately.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 287 (34% from fat) • carbo. 40g • prot. 7g  
fat 11g • sat. fat 7g • chol. 34mg • sod. 136mg  
* Use less sugar (about 3 tablespoons) if a  
less sweet beverage is desired.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 396 (9% from fat) • carbo. 76g • prot. 14g • fat  
4g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 20mg • sod. 265mg  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 87 (31% from fat) • carbo. 14g • prot. 1g • fat  
3g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 11mg • sod. 14mg  
MOCHA SHAKE  
CHOCOLATE MILK SHAKE  
Variation: Pour mixture into ice cube trays,  
and freeze until solid. Place in blender jar,  
and crush, using Ice Crush to make a  
refreshing frozen dessert.  
Makes one 12-ounce serving  
Makes two 8-ounce servings  
1
1
1/2  
2
teaspoon instant coffee crystals  
tablespoon hot water  
cup reduced fat milk  
scoops (8 ounces) vanilla low-fat  
frozen yogurt or vanilla ice milk  
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup  
1
1
2
cup reduced fat milk  
scoop (4 ounces) vanilla ice cream  
tablespoons chocolate syrup  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on purée until  
smooth and creamy, about 25-30 sec-  
onds. Serve immediately.  
Dissolve coffee crystals in hot water,  
and place in blender jar. Add remaining  
ingredients in order listed. Place cover  
on blender jar. Turn blender on and  
process on purée until smooth, about  
25-30 seconds. Turn blender off. Serve  
immediately.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 243 (41% from fat) • carbo. 29g • prot. 7g  
fat 11g • sat. fat 7g • chol. 34mg • sod. 127mg  
Variation: For a strawberry milk shake,  
substitute strawberry syrup and strawber-  
ry ice cream.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 479 (28% from fat) • carbo. 71g • prot. 15g  
fat 15g • sat. fat 7g • chol. 43mg • sod. 255mg  
 
10  
Place ingredients in blender jar. Place  
cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and  
process on purée until well blended,  
about 10-15 seconds. Turn blender off.  
Serve chilled with fresh fruit.  
SMOOTHIES  
DIPS/SPREADS/  
APPETIZERS  
For best results when blending fresh herbs, the  
herbs, blender jar and cutting assembly must  
be dry and clean.  
ALL-FRUIT SMOOTHIE  
Makes six 6-ounce servings  
1/3  
1
1
cup orange juice  
cup cantaloupe, cut into 1" pieces  
cup raspberries  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 16 (0% from fat) • carbo. 3g • prot. 1g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 8mg  
HUMMUS  
1
cup canned pineapple chunks,  
drained  
Variation: Substitute fruit-flavored yogurt.  
Makes 2-1/4 cups  
1
1
cup navel orange segments,  
cut into 1" pieces  
cup strawberries,  
cut into 1" pieces  
medium banana, cut into 1" pieces  
cup ice cubes  
1/2  
2
cup fresh lemon juice  
cups canned, cooked garbanzo  
beans, drained  
tablespoons water  
medium garlic cloves, peeled,  
quartered  
MEXICAN SALSA CRUDA  
Makes two cups  
1
28-ounce can plum tomatoes,  
drained  
cup cilantro leaves  
jalapeño peppers, halved, seeded,  
cut into 1/2 inch pieces  
small onion, peeled,  
cut into 1/2 inch pieces  
teaspoon fresh lime juice  
teaspoon salt  
2
4
1
1
1/4  
2
Layer the ingredients in the blender jar in  
the order listed. Do not pack fruit tightly  
into blender jar. Place cover on blender  
jar. Turn blender on and process on  
liquefy until smooth, about 30-40  
seconds. Turn blender off.  
4
tablespoons tahini (optional)  
1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil  
1
2
1
teaspoons salt  
teaspoon chopped parsley  
1
1
Place lemon juice, garbanzo beans, water,  
garlic, tahini, olive oil and salt in blender  
jar in order listed. Place cover on blender  
jar. Turn blender on and process on lique-  
fy until smooth, about 20 seconds. Turn  
blender off. Scrape blender jar with a  
spatula. Turn blender on and process an  
additional 25-30 seconds until smooth.  
Turn blender off. Transfer to a serving  
dish, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve at  
room temperature.  
Note: The riper the fruit, the sweeter  
the smoothie.  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and pulse on mix 5-6 times  
until coarsely chopped. Turn blender off.  
Allow to sit for 1-2 hours to develop fla-  
vor. Drain before serving if a thicker salsa  
is desired.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 92 (0% from fat) • carbo. 22g • prot. 1g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 5mg  
BANANA-PINEAPPLE FREEZE  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 8 (0% from fat) • carbo. 2g • prot. 0g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 76mg  
Makes two 8-ounce servings  
1
cup unsweetened pineapple juice  
medium banana, cut into 1" pieces  
cup instant fat-free dry milk  
cup ice cubes  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 40 (27% from fat) • carbo. 6g • prot. 1g  
fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 69mg  
1/2  
1/4  
1
SPICY CRABMEAT DIP  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on liquefy until  
smooth, about 25-30 seconds. Turn  
blender off. Serve immediately.  
Makes 1-3/4 cups  
MINTED YOGURT SAUCE  
1/3  
1
1/4  
1
cup whole or reduced fat milk  
cup lowfat sour cream  
cup lowfat mayonnaise  
can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained  
(about 3/4 cup)  
tablespoon fresh chopped chives  
Makes two cups  
2
1
3
cups lowfat vanilla yogurt  
tablespoon sugar  
tablespoons fresh mint leaves  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 152 (0% from fat) • carbo. 32g • prot. 6g • fat  
0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 3mg • sod. 87mg  
1
 
11  
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish  
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper  
then run continuously on stir until com-  
bined, about 10 seconds. Add avocado  
pieces, and pulse on stir to combine,  
about 10 times. Turn blender off. Scrape  
blender jar with a spatula. Turn blender  
on. Run continuously on stir until com-  
bined, but still chunky, about 10 seconds.  
Turn blender off.  
NONFAT HERBED SALAD  
DRESSING  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on purée until  
well blended, about 20-25 seconds. Turn  
blender off. Scrape blender jar with a  
spatula. Turn blender on and process an  
additional 20-25 seconds until well com-  
bined. Refrigerate 1-2 hours before serv-  
ing to develop flavor.  
Makes one cup  
1
1
cup fresh parsley  
small shallot, peeled and  
quartered  
1-1/2 tablespoons fresh dill weed  
1
1
1
1/4  
1/4  
1/3  
1/2  
1
1
1
tablespoon celery seed  
tablespoon fresh cilantro  
tablespoon fresh oregano  
teaspoon white pepper  
teaspoon salt  
Tip: To prevent browning, bury the pit in  
the center of the mixture for serving or  
storage.  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 34 (53% from fat) • carbo. 2g • prot. 2g • fat 2g  
sat. fat 1g • chol. 15mg • sod. 91mg  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 39 (69% from fat) • carbo. 2g • prot. 1g • fat 3g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 30mg  
cup fat-free milk  
cup fat-free plain yogurt  
tablespoon fresh lemon juice  
tablespoon Dijon mustard  
tablespoon balsamic vinegar  
CHUNKY GUACAMOLE  
SAUCES/DRESSINGS  
Makes 1-1/2 cups  
Place parsley, shallot, dill, celery seed,  
cilantro, oregano, pepper, and salt in the  
blender jar. Place cover on blender jar.  
Turn blender on and pulse on stir until  
coarsely chopped, about 5 times. Turn  
blender off. Scrape blender jar with a  
spatula. Turn blender on and pulse on stir  
5 times. Add milk, yogurt, lemon juice,  
mustard, and vinegar in order listed;  
process on stir until well blended, about  
15-20 seconds. Turn blender off. Store in  
the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks in an air-  
tight container.  
CHOCOLATE SAUCE  
1/4  
1
cup fresh cilantro leaves  
medium garlic clove,  
peeled, quartered  
small scallion, trimmed,  
cut into 1 inch pieces  
small green chili, seeded  
and quartered  
Makes six tablespoons  
3
1-ounce squares semisweet  
chocolate,  
each broken into 8 pieces  
1
1/2  
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar  
1/4 cup boiling water, cooled for 5  
minutes  
1/4  
1/8  
1/2  
2
teaspoon salt  
teaspoon chili powder  
cup nonfat plain yogurt  
tablespoons fresh lemon juice  
small plum tomato,  
cut into 1/2 inch pieces  
small ripe avocados, peeled, pits  
removed, cut into 1/2 inch pieces  
Place chocolate and sugar in blender jar.  
Place cover on blender jar. Turn blender  
on and process on liquefy until coarsely  
chopped, about 10-15 seconds. Add  
water, and process on liquefy until  
smooth, about 10 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Serve immediately or cool and refrig-  
erate in an airtight container for up to 4  
weeks. Reheat before serving.  
1
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 12 (0% from fat) • carbo. 2g • prot. 1g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 71mg  
2
Place cilantro, garlic, scallion, chili, salt,  
and chili powder in blender jar. Place  
cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and  
pulse on stir until coarsely chopped,  
about 5-6 times. Add yogurt, lemon juice,  
and tomato pieces. Pulse on stir until  
coarsely chopped (about 5 times),  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 85 (53% from fat) • carbo. 9g • prot. 1g • fat 5g  
sat. fat 3g • chol. 0mg • sod. 0mg  
 
12  
Turn blender off. Pesto may be stored in  
refrigerator, in an airtight container, for up  
to 5 days. It also freezes well.  
Have ready a pie plate filled with ice  
cubes and cold water. Place the whole  
egg, egg yolk, sugar and flour in the  
blender jar. Place cover on blender jar  
and press On” button. Process on stir  
until combined, about 5 seconds. Transfer  
to a 7-inch nonstick skillet. Wash the  
blender jar, blade and lid with hot water  
and soap; dry.  
TOMATO SAUCE  
Makes four servings  
1
28-ounce can Italian plum  
tomatoes, drained  
medium shallots, peeled, cut into  
1/2 inch pieces  
teaspoon dried oregano  
teaspoon salt  
teaspoon sugar  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 262 (89% from fat) • carbo. 2g • prot. 5g • fat  
26g • sat. fat 5g • chol. 8mg • sod. 202mg  
2
1/2  
1/2  
1/2  
RASPBERRY SAUCE  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order  
listed. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and process on purée until  
coarsely chopped, about 10-15 seconds.  
Turn blender off. Transfer to skillet or  
saucepan; simmer over medium-low heat,  
stirring occasionally, until thick, about  
20-30 minutes.  
Over medium heat, using a heat-proof  
scraper, stir the egg mixture until it thick-  
ens to the consistency of a thin custard,  
about 1 to 1-1/2 minutes. Stir for 1/2  
minute longer, then remove the pan from  
the heat and place it in the prepared ice  
water bath, stirring the egg mixture until it  
is cool.  
Makes eight servings  
12  
ounces frozen raspberries,  
thawed, at room temperature  
(about 1-1/2 cups)  
1
tablespoon sugar  
Place raspberries and sugar in blender jar.  
Place cover on blender jar. Turn blender  
on and pulse 5 times on purée, then run  
continuously on purée until smooth, about  
10 seconds. Turn blender off. Strain mix-  
ture through a fine sieve. Store in an air-  
tight container in the refrigerator. Serve  
over ice cream or cheesecake.  
Note: Purée 20-25 seconds for a  
smoother sauce.  
Add the cooled egg mixture to the blender  
jar along with the vinegar, dry mustard,  
salt, and pepper. Process on stir to  
blend, about 15 seconds. With the  
machine running on stir, add the 2/3 cup  
of the oil in a very slow, steady stream,  
taking about 2 minutes. Hold the meas-  
ured pour lid over the opening while  
adding the oil to prevent splattering. The  
mayonnaise will thicken gradually. Stop  
processing once all the oil has been  
added and the mixture is emulsified. Chill  
for one hour or longer before serving, for  
a thicker mayonnaise. Store in an airtight  
container in the refrigerator for up to 5  
days.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 57 (16% from fat) • carbo. 10g • prot. 2g • fat  
1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 312mg  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 52 (0% from fat) • carbo. 13g • prot. 0g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 0mg  
PESTO SAUCE  
Makes eight servings  
3
ounces Parmesan cheese,  
cut into 1/2 inch pieces  
small garlic cloves, peeled and  
quartered  
CLASSIC MAYONNAISE WITH  
COOKED EGGS  
3
Makes 1 cup  
3/4  
2
cup extra virgin olive oil  
cups fresh basil leaves,  
loosely packed  
1
1
large egg  
large egg yolk  
1/4  
cup pine nuts  
1/2  
1/2  
1
teaspoon sugar  
teaspoon flour  
tablespoon white wine vinegar  
Variation: Cholesterol-Free Mayonnaise:  
Substitute 1/2 cup pasteurized liquid egg  
substitute for the egg and egg yolk. Omit  
the cooking/cooling steps.  
Place cheese in blender jar. Place cover  
on blender jar. Turn blender on and blend  
on liquefy until finely ground, about 30  
seconds. Reserve. Add garlic, and blend  
on liquefy until minced, about 15 seconds.  
Add remaining ingredients in order listed  
including reserved cheese; blend on lique-  
fy until combined, about 45-50 seconds.  
1-1/4 teaspoons dry mustard  
1/2  
1/4  
teaspoon salt  
teaspoon freshly ground white  
pepper  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon of Classic  
Mayonnaise:  
Calories 93 (96% from fat) • carbo. 0g • prot. 1g • fat  
10g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 27mg • sod. 77mg  
2/3  
cup (6 ounces, 175 ml)  
vegetable oil  
 
13  
3
1
1/2  
large eggs  
teaspoon vanilla extract  
teaspoon salt  
LOWFAT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING  
BATTERS  
Makes one cup  
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES  
1
cup fresh parsley  
cup fat-free milk  
cup fat-free yogurt  
ounces blue cheese,  
in 1/2 inch pieces  
cooking spray  
1/3  
1/2  
2
Makes sixteen 4-inch pancakes  
Place first six ingredients, in order listed,  
into blender jar (not cooking spray). Place  
cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and  
blend on mix for 10 seconds. Turn blender  
off. Scrape blender jar with a spatula. Turn  
blender on and continue blending on mix  
until smooth, about 5-10 seconds. Turn  
blender off.  
1-1/2  
2
cups buttermilk  
large eggs  
1-1/4  
3
1
1
1/2  
1/2  
cups all-purpose flour  
tablespoons vegetable oil  
tablespoon sugar  
teaspoon baking soda  
teaspoon baking powder  
teaspoon salt  
1
1
1/4  
1/4  
tablespoon fresh lemon juice  
tablespoon balsamic vinegar  
teaspoon ground white pepper  
teaspoon salt  
Place parsley in the blender jar. Place cover  
on blender jar. Turn blender on and pulse  
on stir until coarsely chopped, about 5  
times. Add remaining ingredients in order  
listed, and blend on stir until combined,  
about 15-20 seconds. Turn blender off.  
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks in  
an airtight container.  
Refrigerate in a covered container for 2  
hours before using. Store in an airtight  
container in the refrigerator for up to 2  
days. Stir well before using.  
cooking spray  
Place first eight ingredients, in order list-  
ed, in blender jar (not vegetable oil cook-  
ing spray). Place cover on blender jar.  
Turn blender on and blend on purée for 10  
seconds. Turn blender off. Scrape blender  
jar with a spatula. Turn blender on and  
blend on purée for an additional 15-20  
seconds. Turn blender off.  
Coat a 9-1/2" nonstick skillet with cooking  
spray, and place over medium heat. Pour  
3 tablespoons batter into skillet, and swirl  
to coat bottom of the pan evenly with a  
thin film. Cook about 1 minute on each  
side, or until lightly browned.  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 17 (53% from fat) • carbo. 1g • prot. 1g • fat 1g  
sat. fat 1g • chol. 3mg • sod. 96mg  
Reserve crêpes. Repeat with remaining  
batter, coating pan with cooking spray as  
necessary.  
Coat a large nonstick skillet or griddle  
with vegetable oil cooking spray, and heat  
over medium heat. Pour batter into 4-inch  
pancakes. When they start to bubble, turn  
and brown the other side, about 45 sec-  
onds. Repeat with remaining batter, coat-  
ing skillet with cooking spray as neces-  
sary.  
CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE  
Makes 3/4 cup  
1
small garlic clove,  
peeled and quartered  
cup vegetable oil  
cup red wine vinegar  
tablespoon Dijon mustard  
teaspoon ground white pepper  
teaspoon salt  
Serve with creamed chicken, fresh berries  
or sautéed apples.  
3/4  
1/4  
1
1/8  
1/8  
Nutritional analysis per crêpe:  
Calories 59 (46% from fat) • carbo. 6g • prot. 2g • fat 3g  
sat. fat 2g • chol. 46mg • sod. 107mg  
Nutritional analysis per pancake:  
Calories 75 (36% from fat) • carbo. 9g • prot. 3g • fat 3g  
sat. fat 1g • chol. 27mg • sod. 168mg  
Place garlic in blender jar. Place cover on  
blender jar. Turn blender on and process on  
liquefy until finely chopped, about 10 seconds.  
Add remaining ingredients in order listed, and  
blend on stir until combined, about 15-20 sec-  
onds. Turn blender off. Store in refrigerator in  
an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.  
HONEY WHEAT WAFFLES  
Makes six waffles (about 3 cups batter)  
1-1/2 cups milk  
CUISINART CRÊPES  
Makes sixteen crêpes (about 8-9" diameter)  
1-2/3 cups warm water  
2
3/4  
large eggs  
cup plus 2 tablespoons  
all-purpose flour  
cup whole wheat flour  
tablespoons unsalted butter,  
melted  
3
tablespoons softened, unsalted  
butter, in 1 inch pieces  
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:  
Calories 126 (100% from fat) • carbo. 0g • prot. 0g  
fat 14g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 0mg • sod. 56mg  
1/2  
4
1
cup all-purpose flour  
 
14  
2
1
1
1/2  
1/4  
tablespoons honey  
teaspoon baking powder  
teaspoon vanilla extract  
teaspoon salt  
2
1/4  
tablespoons lemon juice  
teaspoon black pepper  
Drain vegetables, being sure to reserve  
the cooking liquid. Allow cooking liquid to  
cool 5 minutes. Add 1 cup of the cooking  
liquid and half of the solids to the blender  
jar. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and blend on liquefy until  
smooth, about 25-30 seconds. Turn  
blender off. Return the puréed vegetable  
mixture to the saucepan. Repeat with  
remaining 1 cup liquid and vegetables.  
Add remaining cooking liquid and half-  
and-half to puréed vegetables in the  
saucepan; stir to combine. Stir cornstarch  
into water, and add to soup. Cook, stirring  
often, over medium heat, until soup thick-  
ens, about 6-8 minutes. Do not boil.  
Adjust seasonings to taste; garnish with  
remaining parsley, and serve.  
Place 1 cup tomato juice in blender jar.  
Add celery and next six ingredients. Place  
cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and  
blend on purée until vegetables are medi-  
um-finely chopped, about 10-15 seconds.  
Turn blender off. Place in a large serving  
bowl, and add remaining 1 cup tomato  
juice, lemon juice, and pepper; stir to  
combine. Chill before serving.  
teaspoon baking soda  
Preheat waffle iron. Place ingredients in  
blender jar in order listed. Place cover on  
blender jar. Turn blender on and blend on  
purée for 10 seconds. Turn blender off.  
Scrape blender jar with spatula. Turn  
blender on and continue blending on  
purée until smooth, about 10-15 seconds.  
Turn blender off.  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 85 (11% from fat) • carbo. 16g • prot. 3g • fat  
1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 511mg  
Follow manufacturer’s instructions to  
bake waffles.  
Nutritional analysis per waffle:  
Calories 239 (41% from fat) • carbo. 28g • prot. 7g  
fat 11g • sat. fat 6g • chol. 96mg • sod. 419mg  
CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP  
Makes eight 6-ounce servings  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 112 (64% from fat) • carbo. 7g • prot. 3g • fat  
8g • sat. fat 5g • chol. 23mg • sod. 610mg  
3/4  
3
cup parsley leaves  
tablespoons unsalted butter or  
margarine  
small onion, cut into 1 inch pieces  
pound asparagus, trimmed, cut  
into 1 inch pieces  
cups chicken stock or broth  
cup half-and-half  
SOUPS  
1
3/4  
POTATO-LEEK SOUP  
COLD GAZPACHO  
Makes four 6-ounce servings  
Makes five 6-ounce servings  
3
1
3
1
2
tablespoon unsalted butter  
medium leeks, whites only,  
sliced horizontally and cut  
into 1 inch pieces  
2
1
cups tomato juice, divided  
rib celery, peeled,  
cut into 1 inch pieces  
medium cucumber, peeled,  
cut in half lengthwise, seeds  
removed, in 1 inch pieces  
clove garlic, peeled,  
cut in 4 pieces  
medium green bell pepper,  
cored, seeded,  
teaspoons cornstarch  
1-1/2 cups cold water  
salt and white pepper to taste  
1
1
2
small onion, in 1 inch pieces  
medium potatoes, peeled,  
in 1 inch pieces  
Place parsley in the blender jar. Place  
cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and  
pulse on purée until coarsely chopped,  
about 4-5 times. Reserve.  
1
1-3/4 cups reduced-sodium  
chicken broth  
1/2  
1/2  
1/2  
1/4  
3
cup water  
teaspoon salt  
teaspoon white pepper  
tablespoons chopped chives  
(optional)  
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over  
medium heat. Add onion, and cook until  
soft but not brown, about 2-3 minutes.  
Add asparagus, stock, and all but 1 table-  
spoon of reserved parsley. Cover; bring to  
a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce  
heat to low and cook, partially covered,  
until asparagus is tender, about 10-12  
minutes.  
cut into 1 inch pieces  
1
small jalapeño pepper, cut in half,  
seeds removed, cut into  
1/4 inch pieces  
scallions, cut into 1 inch pieces  
medium tomatoes, seeds  
removed, each cut into 8 pieces  
4
2
Melt margarine in a medium saucepan  
over medium heat. Add leeks and onion;  
sauté until soft but not brown, about 5-8  
minutes; stir occasionally. Add potatoes,  
 
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Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 96 (0% from fat) • carbo. 20g • prot. 4g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 1mg • sod. 45mg  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 208 (17% from fat) • carbo. 36g • prot. 7g  
fat 4g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 8mg • sod. 290mg  
broth, and water; cover; bring to a boil  
over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to  
low, and simmer, uncovered, until pota-  
toes are soft, about 10-15 minutes.  
CORN CHOWDER  
Drain vegetables, being sure to reserve  
the cooking liquid. Allow cooking liquid to  
cool 5 minutes. Add half of the cooking  
liquid and half of the solids to the blender  
jar. Place cover on blender jar. Turn  
blender on and blend on liquefy until  
smooth, about 15-20 seconds. Turn  
blender off. Return the puréed vegetable  
mixture to the saucepan. Repeat with  
remaining liquid and vegetables and  
return vegetable mixture to saucepan.  
Add salt and pepper; stir to combine.  
Garnish with chopped chives, if desired.  
DESSERTS  
Makes seven 6-ounce servings  
1
1
tablespoon butter or margarine  
medium leek, white only, washed,  
cut into 1 inch pieces  
ESPRESSO GRANITA  
Makes six 1/2 cup servings  
1
2
1
medium onion,  
cut into 1/4 inch pieces  
celery ribs, peeled,  
sliced in 1/4 inch pieces  
medium potato (about 9 ounces),  
peeled, cut into 1/2 inch pieces  
2
1/2  
1
cups hot espresso coffee  
cup sugar  
cup chilled coffee  
Combine espresso and sugar in a small  
bowl until sugar dissolves. Pour into ice  
cube trays, and freeze until solid, about 8  
hours. Place chilled coffee and 10 espres-  
so cubes in blender jar.  
Place cover on blender jar. Turn blender  
on and blend on liquefy until thick, about  
20-30 seconds. Turn blender off. Add  
remaining ice cubes. Turn blender on and  
blend until thick, about 20 seconds. Turn  
blender off. Serve immediately in well-  
chilled parfait cups. Top with a dollop of  
whipped cream.  
1- 2/3 cups reduced-sodium chicken  
broth  
1
1/4  
bay leaf  
teaspoon dried thyme  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 208 (17% from fat) • carbo. 38g • prot. 5g  
fat 4g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 380mg  
1-1/3 cups reduced fat milk  
2
cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen;  
thaw if frozen) divided  
salt and pepper to taste  
CREAMY CANTALOUPE SOUP  
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over  
medium heat. Add leek and onion; cook  
over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add cel-  
ery, and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes.  
Add potato, broth, bay leaf, and thyme.  
Cover; bring to a boil over medium-high  
heat. Reduce heat to low, and cook, par-  
tially covered, until potato is tender, about  
8-10 minutes.  
Makes five 6-ounce servings  
1/2  
1
cup orange juice  
medium cantaloupe,  
seeds and peel removed, cut into  
1 inch pieces  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 68 (0% from fat) • carbo. 17g • prot. 0g • fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 1mg  
1
2
2
2
cup plain nonfat yogurt  
tablespoons sugar*  
tablespoons port wine (optional)  
tablespoons fresh mint leaves  
FRESH LEMON GRANITA  
Makes eight 1/2 cup servings  
Place milk and 1 cup corn kernels in  
blender jar. Place cover on blender jar.  
Turn blender on and blend on liquefy until  
well combined, about 25-30 seconds.  
Turn blender off. Add milk mixture and  
remaining corn to saucepan. Season with  
salt and pepper, if desired. Cook gently  
over low heat until heated through.  
Remove bay leaf before serving.  
2
2
cups sugar  
cups water  
Place orange juice and cantaloupe in  
blender jar. Place cover on blender jar.  
Turn blender on and blend on purée until  
smooth, about 20-25 seconds. Add  
yogurt, sugar, and wine (if using). Blend  
on purée until smooth, about 15 seconds.  
Turn blender off. Serve chilled. Garnish  
with mint leaves.  
1-1/2 cups fresh lemon juice  
(juice of about 6 lemons)  
1
tablespoon grated lemon zest*  
Combine sugar and water in a medium  
saucepan, and bring to a boil over  
medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low,  
and simmer until sugar dissolves, about 3-  
4 minutes. Cool completely**. When cool,  
*Use less sugar if the cantaloupe is  
naturally sweet.  
 
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add lemon juice and zest; stir to combine.  
Pour into ice cube trays, and freeze until  
solid, about 8 hours. Place 10 frozen  
cubes in blender jar. Place cover on  
blender jar. Turn blender on and press “Ice  
Crush” button 10 times or until ice is the  
consistency of snow. Continue crushing  
10 cubes at a time until all are crushed.  
Turn blender off. Spoon into well-chilled  
parfait cups and serve immediately.  
LEMON RICOTTA CHEESECAKE  
WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE  
BAKED ALMOND CUSTARD  
Makes six servings  
large eggs  
1-1/2 cups reduced fat milk  
Makes eight servings (one 9 inch cheesecake)  
3
3
1
whole graham crackers  
tablespoon cold unsalted butter,  
in 8 pieces  
1
1/2  
1
cup evaporated fat-free milk  
cup sugar  
teaspoon almond extract  
teaspoons finely chopped or  
slivered almonds  
1
4
tablespoon sugar  
strips lemon zest, cut in half  
cup liquid egg substitute  
tablespoons lemon juice  
ounces part-skim ricotta cheese  
cup sugar, divided  
6
1/2  
6
30  
1/2  
Preheat oven to 325°F. Add first five ingre-  
dients to blender jar (not almonds). Place  
cover on blender jar. Turn blender on and  
blend on mix until combined, about 10  
seconds. Turn blender off. Divide mixture  
among six 6-ounce ramekins or custard  
cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Top each  
with 1 teaspoon almonds. Place ramekins  
in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, and add hot  
water to reach 1 inch up the sides of the  
ramekins. Bake until a knife inserted in the  
center comes out clean, about 1 hour.  
Remove ramekins from water bath, and  
cool on a wire rack. Cover and chill in the  
refrigerator before serving.  
* Zest is the colored part of the citrus rind.  
Do not use the white pith. For best  
results, remove zest from the lemon with a  
vegetable peeler.  
Preheat oven to 325°F. Cover the outside  
of 9" springform pan with foil.  
** Place mixture in a covered container,  
and store in the refrigerator overnight, or  
chill over an ice bath for 30 minutes.  
Break each graham cracker into 8 pieces  
and add to blender jar. Place cover on  
blender jar. Turn blender on and blend on  
mix until crushed, about 10-15 seconds.  
Add butter and 1 tablespoon sugar; blend  
on mix until combined, about 10-15 sec-  
onds. Turn blender off. Press mixture into  
bottom of pan, and bake 10 minutes.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 216 (0% from fat) • carbo. 54g • prot. 0g • fat  
0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 1mg  
Add lemon zest and 1 teaspoon sugar to  
clean, dry blender jar. Place cover on  
blender jar. Turn blender on and blend on  
liquefy for 15-20 seconds. Add egg sub-  
stitute and remaining ingredients in the  
order listed; blend on mix for 60-75 sec-  
onds. (It may look as if the ingredients are  
not mixing; however, the blender is work-  
ing. After about 30 seconds, the mixture  
will start to circulate in the blender jar.)  
Turn blender off. Pour into pre-baked  
crust, and bake until firm, about 1 hour.  
Cool completely on a wire rack, and then  
refrigerate at least 6 hours before serving.  
Serve with raspberry sauce (see page 11).  
Nutritional analysis per serving:  
Calories 181 (25% from fat) • carbo. 25g • prot. 9g  
• fat 5g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 112mg • sod. 111mg  
Nutritional analysis per serving (cheesecake only):  
Calories 251 (39% from fat) • carbo. 24g • prot. 14g •  
fat 11g • sat. fat 6g • chol. 37mg • sod. 211mg  
 
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tation of incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing limi-  
tation may not apply to you.  
THREE-YEAR LIMITED  
WARRANTY  
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY  
This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart®  
SmartPower™ 7-Speed Series Electronic Blenders. This warranty is  
available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a  
Cuisinart® SmartPower™ 7-Speed Series Electronic Blender that  
was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use.  
Except as otherwise required under applicable state law, this war-  
ranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or  
owners. We warrant that your Cuisinart® SmartPower™  
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California resi-  
dents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to  
the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store which  
sells Cuisinart® products of the same type. The retail store shall  
then, at its choice, either repair the product, refer the consumer to  
an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the pur-  
chase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer’s  
prior usage of the product. If either of the above two options does  
not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer  
may then take the product to an independent repair facility if service  
or repair can be economically accomplished.* Cuisinart and not the  
consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such serv-  
ice, repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products  
under warranty.  
7-Speed Series Electronic Blender will be free of defects in material  
or workmanship under normal home use for three years from the  
date of original purchase. We suggest that you complete and return  
the enclosed warranty registration card promptly to facilitate verifica-  
tion of the date of original purchase. However, return of the warran-  
ty registration card is not a condition of these warranties.  
If your blender should prove to be defective within the warranty peri-  
od, 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 Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190, or write to:  
California residents may also, at their preference, return noncon-  
forming products directly to Cuisinart for repair or, if necessary,  
replacement by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at  
800-726-0190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the  
repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for such noncon-  
forming products under warranty.  
Cuisinart  
150 Milford Road  
East Windsor, NJ 08520  
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please also  
enclose $10.00 for shipping and handling of the product. Please  
also be sure to include a return address, daytime phone number,  
description of the product defect, product serial number (stamped  
on bottom of product base), and any other information pertinent to  
the product’s return. Please pay by check or money order.  
(California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should  
call 1-800-720-0190 for shipping instructions). Your Cuisinart®  
SmartPower™ 7-Speed Series Electronic Blender has been manu-  
factured to strict specifications and has been designed for use with  
the Cuisinart® SmartPower™ 7-Speed Series Electronic Blender  
accessories and replacement parts. These warranties expressly  
exclude any defects or damages caused by accessories, replace-  
ment parts, or other repair service other than those that have been  
authorized by Cuisinart. These warranties do not cover any damage  
caused by accident, misuse, shipment, or other than ordinary  
household use. These warranties exclude all incidental or conse-  
quential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of or limi-  
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR  
®
CUISINART PRODUCT  
If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart® product, we  
suggest that you call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-  
0190 before returning the product for servicing. Often, our  
Consumer Service Representatives can help solve the problem  
without having the product serviced. If servicing is needed, a  
Representative can confirm whether the product is under warranty  
and direct you to the nearest service location.  
* Important: If the nonconforming product is to be serviced by  
someone other than Cuisinart’s Authorized Service Center, please  
remind the servicer to call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-  
726-0190 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed, the  
product is serviced with the correct parts, and to ensure that the  
product is still under warranty.  
 
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