KITCHENAID PROLINE KPCB148 - Manual (Page 20)

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