Instructional Guide With Recipes

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Instructional Guide with Recipes Contents 1 Welcome to Your New CHEF N GO 2 Components 3 How to Clean and Maintain Your CHEF N GO 5 Getting to Know Your CHEF N GO: The Control Panel 7 Using the CHEF N GO and Cooking Functions: What makes this a Set it and Forget it Kitchen Wonder (Your Guide to Mastering the Multiple Uses of this Machine) 8 ¥ Regular and Quick modes: How to use and Recipes for these modes 11 ¥ Cake mode: Baking a Cake, Muffins, Brownies, Desserts and More 15 ¥ Hot Cereal mode: Cooking many types of Hot Cereals 16 ¥ Soup mode: Making Soups, Stews and Slow Cook Recipes 20 ¥ Steam mode: Using the Steam mode for vegetables, shellfish, dumplings, breads etc. 21 ¥ Steam and Brown modes: How to use and Recipes for these modes 23 ¥ Brown and Quick modes: How to use and Recipes for these modes 24 ¥ Cooking Timer How to use and Recipes for this function 25 ¥ Reheat Reheating Leftovers or Second Helpings 26 Problems and Solutions 27 Safety Precautions 28 Service Guarantee WELCOME TO YOUR NEW CHEF N GO CHEF N GO Features The CHEF N GO is the newest Ronco “Set it and Forget It” Kitchen Wonder. The CHEF N GO is a sturdy yet lightweight kitchen appliance that is designed to make cooking, entertaining, and everyday living easier and more convenient. The CHEF N GO is automatic and worry free because it is designed with a special microchip technology that not only cooks with steam to lock in flavor, but also cooks with a sensor so that each meal cooks perfectly every time. S TA R T CLOCK M EN HRS MI N U COOKING TIMER The machine is designed so that you can set your recipe by each cooking mode and go about your daily living whether it is running errands, working, carpooling or after-school activities. Just “Set It and Forget it” and know that you’ll have your meal ready when you return. The CHEF N GO is also portable unlike any other cooking machine out there today. The portability of this machine allows you to bring your cooked meal, appetizer, dessert, or any special recipe to a football game, tailgating party, soccer practice, potluck, church function or even just to work because you just want to have a delicious cooked meal. Some people even cook at work since it is so easy to carry, they simply put the ingredients inside the CHEF N GO and cook during lunch hour so they can bring the meal to family or friends after they leave work. And, when you have a special occasion or holiday function, you can use the CHEF N GO as an extra cooking device when preparing for the family, and just bring the appetizer or gourmet dish to the party. The CHEF N GO will change your life because it is easy to cook with and even easier to clean up when you’re done! Imagine not having to take out a pot or pan and having a completely cooked meal or special birthday cake done with no mess! At Ronco our goal is to improve the quality of your life, and the CHEF N GO was carefully designed to make everyday more enjoyable for you. 1 COMPONENTS Steam valve Slide fastener Steam lid Steam seal Outer lid Aluminum inner lid Base Buckle Steam vent Rubber sealing ring Spatula holder: To attach and detach this part, follow the diagrams below. Inner pot Steam tray Attach Open button Groove Control panel Main body Spatula holder Detach Handle Spatula holder Included items Spatula holder Spoon Measuring cup 2 Spatula Power cord HOW TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN YOUR CHEF N GO After cooking, it is advisable to clean the CHEF N GO as well as the spatula and spoon to remove leftover food and odors. Always remember to unplug the CHEF N GO before cleaning. Use a damp sponge (non-abrasive) and a mild dish washing soap. The Steam Valve Remove the steam valve from the unit by lifting, using the lip on the valve and twisting up. On the back of the valve is a switch, move the switch to the open position which will allow you to open the valve for cleaning. Insert the steam valve back into the upper lid with the hinge of the steam valve toward the rear of the CHEF N GO and push down. The Inner Lid Steam Seal Gently remove the inner lid’s circular steam seal (do not twist or pull). Once it has been removed, clean it in warm soapy water. You can also place this in the dishwasher as it is dishwasher safe. Once dry, put the steam seal back into the groove, adjusting it until correctly positioned. To reassemble, align the base with the lid making sure that the two hinges are correctly positioned. The two pieces should snap right into place. Move the hinges back toward the lid into the closed position until you hear it click. This will connect the two pieces. Mount Remove The Accessories All of your accessories are dishwasher safe. To hand wash the Bowl Gripper, Egg Poacher, Silicone Muffin molds, and Ronco’s famous Chef Knife; simply place in your dishwasher or clean with a mild dish soap, sponge and water and dry thoroughly before using again in the CHEF N GO. All of the additional accessories such as the Extendable Colander, Slotted Spoon, Silicone Wisk, Silicone Ladle, Silicone Ladle Holder, Silicone Spatula and the Silicone Measuring Cups, can also be cleaned in the dishwasher or with a mild soap and non-abrasive sponge. Dry thoroughly before each next use. 3 HOW TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN YOUR CHEF N GO Main body Wipe with a clean damp cloth or towel and very mild dishwashing soap. Inner upper lid After cooking, baking, steaming or reheating, be sure to wipe the CHEF N GO clean with a damp cloth. Aluminum lid Open lid. With two hands press the 2 tabs at the bottom of metal disc, and lift up to remove aluminum lid. Wash in warm soapy water and let dry. To replace, insert top of the aluminum lid into slot and snap into place. To clean the circular inner rim on top of the lid that is encased with rubber sealing, press the two buttons toward the bottom of the lid and wash with soap and water. (This will not fit into place if the circular steam seal does not have the seal fold facing inside the inner lid. Take note of which side the hinges are on so you can be sure not to try and snap it back together backwards.) Water storage Because water may collect here, wipe off with a clean cloth. Heating plate and temperature sensor Food may cling to these areas and, if not cleaned, may affect future cooking. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth. If very difficult to clean –you may use a sponge that is non-abrasive. Inner pot and steamer To avoid damaging the inner coating on the cooking pot, use the attached scoop or the spatula. You can also use the additional silicone spatula, ladle holder or slatted spoons (sold as additional accessories) as they won’t damage the inner pot. Do not use any metal utensils. It may scratch the non stick coating. Main body 1 2 3 4 1 Inner upper lid 2 Aluminum lid 3 Water storage plate and 4 Heating Temperature sensor Never clean the inner pot or steamer with vinegar, which can be corrosive. Also, never wash with a metal brush or abrasive scouring pad, both of which may damage the interior coating of the cooking pot. Always wash with a mild soap and warm water, then wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. It is very important that you dry the inner bowl completely on the bottom before inserting into the unit. If you do not, the water will create an additional sizzling sound when you begin using your CHEF N GO. Also, the inner pot and steamer basket are dishwasher safe for quick and easy cleaning. 4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CHEF N GO: THE CONTROL PANEL Release latch for cooker lid (push down to open) “Keep Warm” button S TA R T START button CLOCK MEN OFF button HRS U COOKING TIMER MI N PRE-SET button MENU button COOKING TIMER button HOUR and MINUTE buttons LCD Screen When unplugged, the screen will display the current time only. When plugged in, the screen will display the current time as well as its menu. MENU button After plugging in the CHEF N” GO, press the “Menu” button to select the various “modes”. A triangular indicator “ ” will point to the cooking modes which include Regular, Quick, Cake, Hot Cereal, Soup, Steam, Brown, and Reheat. START button Regular • Quick • Cake • Hot Cereal COOK COOK END END CLOCK CLOCK TIME TIME KEEP KEEPWARM WARM AM HH AM MM Reheat • Brown • Steam • Soup After pressing the “Menu” button to select one of the cooking modes, press the “Start” button. At this point the START indicator will light up and the cooking mode will begin. PRE-SET button The “Pre-Set” button is used to set the time of day when the recipe will be finished. The Pre-Set time that is set must consider the default cooking time of a specific cooking mode. If the cooking mode is for example, Regular (60 Minutes) the amount of HRS and MIN you set, must also include the default hour the mode (Regular) will be cooking automatically. To set The Pre-Set time, press the “Hour” and “Minute” buttons to the desired completion time. When finished, press desired Cooking Mode with the “Menu” button and then press the “Start” button. You’re set to go. COOKING TIMER button The cooking timer can be set from 30 minutes to 4 hours. You use the “Cooking Timer” button to set total cooking time with regard to your recipe or preference. Note: cooking time cannot be adjusted in “Regular” and “Quick” cooking modes.(Refer to Quick Start Guide for Cooking Times and Temperatures). 5 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CHEF N GO: THE CONTROL PANEL HOUR and MINUTE The HOUR (HRS) and MINUTE (MIN) buttons are used to adjust the CHEF N GO’s clock as well as the PRE-SET buttons and COOKING TIMER settings. (To set or adjust the clock see instructions below). KEEP WARM button The “Keep Warm” button will automatically activate the “Keep The light on the “Keep Warm” button glows when in “Keep Warm” function. EEP EP ARM A AR RM M Warm” function. When cooking in all modes (except the Brown mode) the CHEF N GO will automatically go into the “Keep Warm” function when the cooking cycle is finished. The light will glow on the button indicating the Keep Warm function is operating. (“Keep Warm” will operate for up to 24 Hours). When you wish to turn off the “Keep Warm” function simply press the “Off” button. Press this button to turn off the CHEF N GO. Also use this button if you want to change a function once cooking has started. The “Off” button will not turn the machine off completely. To do so you must unplug the cord from the unit and the wall socket. OFF button Setting the Clock S TA R T CLOCK ME NU HRS MIN COOKING TIME R Press the HOUR and MINUTE buttons to adjust the time. Note: The cooker’s clock can be set any time after plugging it into a power supply. Setting the CHEF N GO internal clock is very easy. When you first plug it into a wall socket the numbers on the screen will flash indicating that you must set the time, this is simply done by pressing the “Hours” button to adjust the hours, and the “Minute” button to adjust the minutes, nothing else is required. After 10 seconds, The CHEF N GO will sense that you are not pressing the buttons, and the numbers will stop flashing. Your clock is set and the CHEF N GO is ready to cook you a wonderful meal. (If the screen continues to flash, the time was not set, simply repeat the above procedure). To re-set the clock, simply press the “Hours” button or the “Minute” button, you will hear a beep, and then you may adjust the time by pressing the HRS and the MIN buttons as needed. The CHEF N GO has a built in battery and is provided so that the Clock will operate when the unit is not plugged into a wall socket. 6 USING THE CHEF N GO: THE COOKING FUNCTIONS • START Press this button to activate a selected function or mode. • MENU Press this button to select a cooking mode. • COOKING TIMER Press this button to add additional cooking time. • MIN. & HRS. Press these buttons to: Set the Clock, adjust the COOKING TIMER and PRE-SET cooking times. • PRE-SET Press this button to adjust the time your recipe should be finished. • OFF Press this button to Reset or Stop a cooking function or mode. • KEEP WARM Press this button to activate the KEEP WARM function. The chart below will give you some suggestions of what to cook in each cooking mode. Following this chart, we provide you with step-by-step instructions and recipes to illustrate how delicious your cooking and baking experience can be. Regular Cooking suggestions for each Cooking mode Cake Quick Hot Cereal Soup Steam Brown Meat and Poultry Main dishes Pasta mealsSpaghetti, Macaroni & Cheese, Tortellini Cakes Oatmeal Soups/Stocks Vegetables Roasts CasserolesMeat, Potato, Vegetables, Ethnic Frozen Entrees Muffins Cream of Rice Stews Seafood (Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Lobster, etc.) Meatballs/ Sausages Potato dishes- Appetizers & snacks Sweet potato's, (Swedish Yams, Mashed & Scalloped Meatballs/Wing s etc.) potato's Brownies Cream of Wheat Chowders Packaged Pasta Noodles Onions / Garlic / Spices for recipes Egg dishesSouffle, Quiche, Frittatas Custards Cornmeal, Hash Bisques Wontons Stir Fry / Wok Style foods / Tofu Puddings Polentas Sauces Steamed Buns Light Fried foodsFrozen Chicken Patties, Hash Browns etc. Side Dishes Biscuits Grits Chili Breads Poultry / Lamb / Game Spreads Parfaits Baby Cereals Beans Tortillas Pork Slow Cook recipes Hot Dogs Burgers / Steaks Scrambled Eggs Rice dishes- Drink recipesPackaged & Hot Chocolate, Cider Recipes Pilafs & VermicelliPackaged & Recipes Noodle dishesPackage & Recipes StuffingCornbread, Turkey or Chicken Dips Dessert recipes Cereal Pastinas 7 USING THE CHEF N GO: Regular and Quick Cooking modes What you can make and the many uses. Basic Instructions. Regular and Quick cooking modes are used for any one pot meal such as Stew, Pot Roast, Chili, Pork Ribs, Garlic Chicken, Spaghetti Sauce, Seafood Gumbo, to name a few, and both can also be used for cooking potato, rice and side dishes. Regular cooks in 50 minutes and Quick in 40 minutes- so depending on the recipe and your schedule you can determine which one to use. Please note that any foods can be prepared in the “Regular” and “Quick” modes that cook under 50 minutes because the microchip sensor will sense when cooking is completed (even if 5 minutes) and switch to”Keep Warm” function to assure perfect cooking every time. S TA R T CLOCK M EN HRS MIN U COOKING TIME R Press the MENU button to access these modes. Note: You may utilize the Pre-Set function in the Regular and Quick cooking modes, setting the Pre-set timer to when you would like your meal completed. (Refer to the instructions for the Pre-Set timer). 1 Prepare and add all ingredients into the inner pot. Place into CHEF N GO, close lid and click shut. 2 Connect the power cord and press the “Menu” button to choose Regular or Quick cooking mode, when you have made your choice press the “Start” button to activate the cooking mode selected. When the cooking cycle is complete, the “Keep Warm” function will automatically engage. 3 When you are ready for your meal press the “Off” button and unplug the power cord. Ronco CHEF N GO Swiss Steak (serves 4) 1 2 1 1 1 1 pound to 3 cup medium can (14oz) can (10oz) Boneless Beef Round Steak, cut into 6 pieces Yukon Gold Potatoes, cut into quarters Fresh or frozen whole baby carrots Sweet onion, sliced (about 1 cup) Diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano Beef gravy When the “Start” button light is flashing press the “Menu” button until “Brown” mode is indicated-then press the “Start” button. Brown beef using the “Brown” function in the CHEF N GO until it is to your liking (approx. 10 minutes). Place potatoes, carrots and onions over the meat. Mix the tomatoes and gravy together in a mixing bowl, and pour over beef and vegetables. When the "Start" light is flashing, press the "Menu" button until "Regular" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. When done (50 minutes1 hour) the CHEF N GO will automatically switch to the “Keep Warm” function. 8 USING THE CHEF N GO: Regular and Quick Cooking modes Ronco CHEF N GO Pizziola (serves 4) 2 1 4 1 tbsp. 1 1 1 1 1 1 tsp. cup large can tsp. cup Potatoes, peeled and cut up Onion Cloves of garlic Parsley Salt and pepper to taste Oregano Grated cheese Crushed tomatoes Olive oil Water Beef of choice Place all of the ingredients into the CHEF N GO. When you see the “Start” light flashing, press the “Menu” button until “Regular” function is indicated. Then press the “Start” button: “Just Set it and Forget it”. The CHEF N’ GO will sense the cooking time, temperature and automatically switch to the “Keep Warm” function when cooking is complete. Perfect for any occasion. Ronco CHEF N GO Artichoke Dip with Roasted Red Peppers (serves 4) 1 cup 1 cup 12/14 oz 1/8 tsp. 1/8 tsp. 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Grated Parmesan cheese Artichoke hearts, drained, not marinated Garlic powder Onion powder, optional Minced roasted red pepper Combine all ingredients; spread mixture into the CHEF N GO. Press the "Menu" button until "Quick" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. The CHEF N’ GO will sense the cooking time, temperature and automatically switch to the “Keep Warm” function when cooking is complete (about 40 minutes). Do not reheat in the microwave or dip might separate. 9 USING THE CHEF N GO: Regular and Quick Cooking modes Ronco CHEF N GO Meatballs in Gravy (serves 4) 1 pound 6 tbsp. 1 1/2 tsp. 1/2 tsp. 1/4 cup 1 cup 1/2 cup 1 jar 1/4 cup 3 cups Ground beef or turkey Dried fine bread crumbs Dried parsley Dried minced garlic Skim milk Onion, chopped Mushrooms, sliced and drained Fat free beef gravy (12 oz) Low fat sour cream Hot cooked noodles, rinsed and drained/or Prepackaged Noodles in Dairy Section Inside the CHEF N GO bowl, combine meat, crumbs, parsley, garlic and milk; mix well using hands. Form into 24 meatballs. Next, switch the CHEF N GO to "Brown" mode until meatballs are all brown lightly on all sides; remove from the CHEF N GO, drain grease and cover. Next, saute onion 5 minutes or until tender on "Brown" mode again. Next, press the “Off” button on the CHEF N’ GO. Stir in mushroom, gravy and sour cream. Return meatballs to The CHEF N GO. Finally, take some hot cooked noodles or prepackaged cooked noodles and place 1/2 cup noodles in steamer bowl and place inside the CHEF N GO above the meatballs and switch mode to "Quick". Press the “Start” button. Just "Set it and Forget it." The CHEF N GO will automatically sense when the cooking time is complete and switch to the “Keep Warm” function. To serve, just spoon about 3/4 cup of the meatballs in sauce over noodles. 10 USING THE CHEF N GO: Cake mode Baking Cakes, Muffins and more The CHEF N GO bakes moist cakes, brownies, muffins, desserts and cornbread. 1 2 Spray the inner pot with a cooking spray or lightly coat with oil or butter. (Optional) 3 Connect the power cord and press the “Menu” button until the triangular indicator on the LCD screen points to the Cake mode. 4 Press the “Start” button. When the cake is fully baked, the “Keep Warm” function will operate automatically. 5 When completely finished, press the “Off” button and unplug the power cord. Prepare the ingredients and add to the inner pot, close the lid and click shut. Note: Cakes take a little longer then usual to bake due to the moist baking process. Note: For a larger cake, ingredients can be doubled; however, flour should never exceed 4 cups (500 grams) and excessive amounts of sugar will result in a cake with a burnt base. Note: Any boxed recipes for brownies, cakes or muffins can be followed exactly the same as cooking in a traditional oven. However, you place the mix and all ingredients into the inner bowl or muffin molds and use the “Cake” mode. It’s that easy! 11 USING THE CHEF N GO: Cake mode Ronco CHEF N GO Grandma’s Carrot Cake 4 2 cups 1 cup 3 cups 2 tsp. 3 tsp. 1 tsp. 5 large 1 tsp. optional Eggs Sugar Corn oil Flour Baking soda Baking powder Salt Carrots Cinnamon Cherries, nuts, chocolate chips In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy and slightly thick. Add carrots and oil, blend well. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Stir into egg mixture. Add cherries, nuts and chocolate chips if desired and pour into the CHEF N GO inner pot. When the “Start” light is flashing, press the “Menu” button until “Cake” mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. When toothpick comes out clean, cake is done. Frosting 3 oz. Cream cheese softened 1 stick Butter, softened 1 cup +1 tbs. Confectioner’s sugar 1 tsp. Grated lemon peel Blend cream cheese and butter together. Gradually blend in sugar and lemon peel until mixture is of good spreading consistency. Use to frost cake. 12 USING THE CHEF N GO: Cake mode Ronco CHEF N GO Corn Bread Mexican Style (serves 4-6) 1 cup 1 cup 4 1 (15 oz) 1/2 (4 oz) 1/2 cup 1/2 cup 1 cup 1 cup 4 tsp. 1/4 tsp. Butter, melted White sugar Eggs Creamed corn Chopped green chile peppers, drained Shredded Monterey Jack cheese Shredded Cheddar cheese All-purpose flour Yellow cornmeal Baking powder Salt In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time. Blend in cream corn, chiles, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese. In a separate bowl, stir together flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture to cream corn mixture; stir together until smooth. Pour batter into the CHEF N GO. When "Start" light is flashing press the "Menu" button until "Cake" mode is indicated. Press the "Start" button and just "Set it and Forget It". Ronco CHEF N GO Stuffed Baked Apples (serves 4-6) 5 medium 1/2 cup 1/4 cup 1 tbsp. 1/4 cup 2 cups 3 tbsp. Red tart apples Light brown sugar Raisins Orange peel Butter Hot water Orange juice concentrate Wash and core the apples, but don't peel them. Using the CHEF N GO Inner Bowl, butter the bottom or use a non-stick cooking spray-if preferred. Next, place the apples so they are standing up. Fill the core cavities with the brown sugar, raisins and orange peel. Top with butter. Pour the hot water around the inner bowl and sprinkle the orange juice concentrate over the apples. Close the CHEF N GO and press the “Menu” button until "Cake" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. Check occasionally. After 1 hour see if apples are tender as desired. If not tender, press the "Cake" mode again, and it will cook until tender and automatically switch to the “Keep Warm” function when complete. 13 USING THE CHEF N GO: Cake mode Ronco CHEF N GO Aunt Helen’s Famous Rice Pudding 9 oz. 8 cups 1 tbsp. 4 White rice Milk Vanilla Eggs, separated 1 tsp. 2 cups 1 cup Salt Water Sugar Cinnamon Put rice inside the CHEF N GO inner pot and add enough water just to cover rice, and then add salt. When the “Start” light is flashing, press the “Menu” button until you see “Cake” mode indicated, then press “Start”. Check the CHEF N GO periodically by opening it up to see when the rice mixture reaches the boiling point. Once you begin to see the rice boil and become a little thick, add in milk and water. As you are cooking the pudding, you have to keep stirring to thoroughly mix the milk. After adding in the milk and water you close the CHEF N GO, and press the “Cooking Timer” button for 1 additional hour of cooking time, then press “Start”. Once done, turn the CHEF N GO off pressing the “Off” button, and then add vanilla and sugar to the mixture. In a separate mixing bowl, separate eggs, put yolk in a cup with a tablespoon of cold water and whip with fork. Add a little bit of rice to the whipped eggs, stir and then pour into the remaining rice mixture already inside the CHEF N GO. Again, when the “Start” light is flashing, press the “Menu” button until you see “Cake” mode indicated, then press “Start”. Open the CHEF N GO to see when the mixture comes to a boil, stir and turn off. Next, in a bowl, beat remaining egg whites until stiff and fold into pudding as last step. Sprinkle cinnamon on top. Ronco CHEF N GO Carmel Apple Surprise (serves 4-6) 5 14 oz. 1 tsp. Apples Caramel candies Cinnamon 1 cup 2 tsp. 2/3 cup Apple juice Vanilla Peanut butter Peel, core and cut each apple into 16 wedges. Set aside. Combine apple juice, caramel's, vanilla and cinnamon in the CHEF N GO. Add the apples. Add the peanut butter by teaspoons to the apples. Stir. Press the “Menu” button until you see “Cake” mode indicated, then press “Start”. Next press the “Cooking Timer” button and set cooking time for 1-1/2 hours. Repeat as necessary. Serve over angel food cake with vanilla ice cream. 14 USING THE CHEF N GO: Hot Cereal mode Cooking many types of Hot Cereals 1 2 3 4 5 Prepare the ingredients and add them to the inner pot. Add water to the corresponding measurements. Connect the power cord into the power outlet. Press the “Menu” button until the triangular indicator on the LCD screen points to the “Hot Cereal” cooking mode. Press the “Start” button. It should automatically light up and cooking will begin. When your hot cereal is cooked, the CHEF N GO will go into “Keep Warm” mode. Depending on how you like your hot cereal, you may want to stop the process earlier on. When completely finished, press the “Off” button and unplug the power cord. Ronco CHEF N GO Comforting Oatmeal (serves 2) 1/2 cup 1 tsp. 1 med Old fashioned oatmeal 1 cup Vanilla extract Banana-mashed not chopped 1/2 cup Vanilla Soy milk or Regular Low fat milk Water Simply place ingredients in the CHEF N GO all at once. Once you see the "Start" light flashing press the "Menu" button until "Hot Cereal" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. Close the lid and allow to cook thoroughly (approximately 10 minutes). Check oatmeal for desired consistency. (Double recipe ingredients to serve 4) Ronco CHEF N GO Grits with Cheese & Onions (serves 4-6) 1 cup 2 cups 2 tbsp. 1 cup 1 tbsp. 2-4 oz. 1 cup Grits Water Butter Finely chopped onion Instant chicken bouillon Grated Cheddar Cheese (your preference) Half & Half (or Milk if watching fat content) First Wash Grits by placing in a bowl of water and stir until foam reaches the top (Removing starch). Stir and skim off starch again. Repeat and remove starch with spoon until clear on top. Drain the excess water. Next add water, onion, butter, and chicken bouillon to CHEF N GO. When the “Start” button is flashing, press the “Menu” button until “Hot Cereal” is indicated. Press the “Start” button. Stir occasionally to avoid lumping. The CHEF N GO will switch to the “Keep Warm” function when cooking is completed, at this time add cheese, milk and allow to sit 10 minutes, then serve. 15 USING THE CHEF N GO: Soup mode Making Soup, Stews, and Slow Cook Recipes Ronco CHEF N GO Tasty Pepper Steak (serves 4) 1 1/2 lbs. 2 tbsp. 2 medium 2 medium 1 small 1 cup 1/4 cup 1/2 tsp. 1/2 tsp. 1/4 tsp. 1/4 tsp. 2 tbsp. 2 tbsp. Boneless top round steak Vegetable oil Tomatoes, coarsely chopped Green peppers, seeded and cut into strips Onion, sliced Water Soy sauce Beef bouillon granules Pepper Salt Garlic powder Cornstarch Water Hot cooked rice Flatten steak in 1/4 inch thickness (use meat mallet or rolling pin), slice across the grain into strips. Using the CHEF N GO, select the "Menu" function until the arrow lights up at "Brown" mode. Begin to brown the steak in vegetable oil and drain well. Place meat back in pot and add all other ingredients. Press “Menu” button again until “Soup” mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. Check occasionally for desired tenderness. Cooking will be complete in 1-1/2 to 2 hours and the CHEF N GO will switch to the “Keep Warm” function. When complete pour over rice. (For rice recipe, see below.) Ronco CHEF N GO Perfect Rice Every Time (serves 4) 1 cup 2 cups 1 tsp. White, Basmati, Arborio or Jasmine Rice Water Salt Place 2 cups of rice into CHEF N GO. Add 2 Cups of water and salt. When "Start" light is flashing, press the "Menu" button until "Steam" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. Just set it and forget it! Perfect rice every time. 16 USING THE CHEF N GO: Soup mode Ronco CHEF N GO Unbeatable Brisket (serves 8) 2 1 tbsp. 1 (2 to 3 lb.) 1 large 2 1 (12 oz.) 1/2 cup 4 1/2 cup 1 (14 1/2 oz.) 2 1/2 cup 1/3 cup 1/2 cup 1/4 cup 1/3 cup 1 tsp. Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices Vegetable oil First-cut or flat-cut brisket Onion, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices Garlic cloves, peeled and minced Can beer Low-sodium beef broth Celery stalks, cut into 1/2-inch slices Tomato paste Can stewed tomatoes Bay leaves Packed dark brown sugar Dijon mustard Red wine vinegar Regular molasses Soy sauce Paprika Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. First, place 1 tbsp. of oil and the brisket in the CHEF N GO and switch the "Menu" function to "Brown" mode, then press the “Start” button. Brown the brisket well on all sides. Set meat aside. Add onions and continue to brown until soft about 4 minutes. Next, add the garlic and brown 2 minutes more. Take your cut potatoes and lay them across the bottom of the CHEF N GO. Place meat on top. Then add all of the remaining ingredients to the CHEF N GO - the beer, broth, celery, tomato paste, stewed tomatoes, bay leaves, brown sugar, mustard, vinegar, molasses, soy sauce, and paprika. Using the "Cooking Timer" to set it for 3 hours, press the “Menu” button and select "Soup" mode. It will then cook for a total of 3 hours. Check occasionally for desired tenderness. 17 USING THE CHEF N GO: Soup mode Ronco CHEF N GO Shredded Pork (serves 6) 1 (3 to 4 lb.) 1 tsp. 1 tsp. 1 tsp. 1 tsp. 1/2 tsp. 1 1 1 - 8 oz 1/2 cup Boneless pork shoulder or butt roast Salt Ground cumin Paprika Black pepper Ground red pepper Onion, thinly sliced (sweet onion or red onion are interesting variants) Green bell pepper, cut into strips Barbecue sauce (try honey or sweet barbecue sauce too) Packed light brown sugar Trim excess fat from pork. Combine salt, cumin, paprika, black pepper and red pepper into a mixing bowl. Next, take combined ingredients and rub over pork shoulder or butt roast. Take the onion and bell pepper and place inside the CHEF N GO. Press the "Menu" button until the "Brown" mode is indicated. After 2 minutes, when the onion and bell peppers are browned, add the seasoned pork and continue to cook until all sides are browned. In another mixing bowl, combine barbecue sauce and brown sugar and add the mixture to the CHEF N GO by pouring over pork mixture. Next press the "Menu" button until "Soup" cooking mode is indicated. Press the “Start” button then press the "Cooking Timer" button and set cooking time for 2 hours, repeat process if needed. “Just Set It and Forget It!” Your Pork will be so tender and easy to shred when transferring to the cutting board. Meal will be perfect when you arrive home! 18 USING THE CHEF N GO: Soup mode Ronco CHEF N GO Low Fat Chicken Manicotti (serves 6) 1 - 24 oz. jar 1 tsp. 1 1/2 lbs. 1/4 cup 14 2-1/2 cups Spaghetti sauce Garlic salt Chicken breast tenders Water Manicotti shells, uncooked Shredded Mozzarella cheese Place chicken tenders into CHEF N GO and select "Brown" mode. Remove chicken tenders when golden brown and set aside. Next, fill the inner pot with water and press the "Quick" button. After 10 minutes, place manicotti shells inside inner pot for 7 minutes. Drain with Steamer Basket provided with the CHEF N GO cooker. Set aside. After emptying inner pot, select "Regular" Mode and place 1/3 of the spaghetti sauce into the CHEF N GO. Next, when chickens are cool, add garlic salt to the chicken tenders and place them into each manicotti noodle (6 altogether), using more than one to fill each shell if needed. Place shells (6) into CHEF N GO. Pour water into remaining spaghetti sauce in jar, close jar and shake well. Pour this mixture over filled manicotti shells already inside the CHEF N GO, making sure to cover pasta completely. Cover with mozzarella cheese. Next press the “Menu” button until "Soup" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button to cook until pasta is tender when pierced with a fork (approximately 90 minutes). CHEF N GO will switch to “Keep Warm” function after 2 hours. 19 USING THE CHEF N GO: Steam mode Using the Steam mode for Vegetables, Shellfish, Breads to name a few. How to Steam 1 Fill the bottom of the inner pot with enough water for steaming. (Usually 3 Cups but this can vary due to quantity of food to be steamed). Note: You can use the cooking timer function for this mode. 2 Place the steaming rack on the inner pot and add all the ingredients to be steamed, e.g. Potatoes, Vegetables, Fish, Chicken, Hot Dogs etc. 3 4 Plug the power cord into the power outlet. 5 6 Press the “Start” button. 7 When completely finished, press the “Off” button and unplug the power cord. Press the “Menu” button until the triangular indicator on the LCD display points to the Steam mode. When finished you will hear a beep lasting about 10 seconds and the “Keep Warm” function will automatically begin to keep contents from over cooking. Brown mode The “Brown” mode is used for Browning Meats, onions, garlic, seasonings and more. Brown Meat 1 2 Connect the power cord into the power outlet. 3 4 5 Add the meat to be Browned. (No additional fat or Oil is required) 6 When completely finished, press the “Off” button and unplug the power cord. Press the “Menu” button until the triangular indicator on the LCD display points to the Brown cooking mode. Press the “Start” button. When finished Browning your meat, the CHEF N GO will beep for 10 seconds, it will then stop the “Brown” cooking mode. Add all additional ingredients to the meat, then press the “Menu” button to select the next desired cooking function such as Regular, Quick, Soup, etc. then press the “Start” button to continue cooking your meal. 20 USING THE CHEF N GO: Steam and Brown mode Ronco CHEF N GO Curry Chicken and Rice (serves 4-6) (Substitute Beef or Shrimp) 1 medium 1 tsp. 1 large 1 large 1 can 1 can 1/4 cup 1lb. Brown Onion (Peeled, Chopped and Sliced in Quarters) Vegetable oil (Optional) Brown Potato (or 2 Small Potatoes or 1 Medium Yam if Preferred) Carrot (Peeled and Sliced in Quarters) Coconut Milk Curry Gravy (Or use Curry Gravy Ingredients below)* Water Chicken breast tenders Cooked Rice After you have chopped all vegetables, place the chicken quarters and onion quarters into the CHEF N GO and add oil (If desired, no oil is necessary with the CHEF N GO). When the "Start" light is flashing, press the "Menu" button until the "Brown" mode indicated. Press the “Start” button. When browned lightly, press the "Off" button. Next, add the potatoes, carrots, coconut milk, curry gravy and water. When the “Start” light is flashing, press the "Menu" button until "Steam" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. For rice, see Ronco “Perfect Rice Every Time recipe”. Curry Gravy 1 can 4 tsp. 3 tsp. 3 tbsp. 1/2 tbsp. 1/2 tbsp. 1 tsp. 1 tsp. ingredients Coconut Milk Onion flakes Minced garlic Soy bean oil (or vegetable oil) Ginger powder Turmeric powder Chile pepper Paprika Salt & Pepper to taste Just "Set it and Forget It", The best Curry ever! Pour ingredients over cooked rice. 21 USING THE CHEF N GO: Steam and Brown mode Ronco CHEF N GO Lemon Herbed Shrimp Cocktail Surprise (serves 6) 1lb. 1 can 1 cup 1/4 cup 1 jar Raw peeled shrimp Chicken broth Water Lemon juice Cocktail sauce Fill up the CHEF N GO with can of chicken broth and 1 cup of water. Rinse shrimp and place cleaned shrimp inside steamer basket. When the "Start" light is flashing press the "Menu" button until you see the "Steam" mode. Press the “Start” button. When complete, pour lemon juice over the shrimp and serve with cocktail sauce. USING THE CHEF N GO: Cooking Timer Ronco CHEF N GO Cheesest Chile Dip (serves 4-6) 1 lb. 1 jar (16oz) 2 - 15 oz cans 1 cup 1/2 tsp. 1/2 cup 8 oz. Lean ground beef Picante sauce, mild Refried beans sour cream Chili powder Chopped onion Salt and pepper to taste Cheddar cheese, shredded or any cheese preferred Jalapeños or mild chile, chopped, to taste Place the ground beef with onion in CHEF N GO and when the "Start" light is flashing press the "Menu" button until "Brown" mode is indicated. Press the "Start" button. After browning meat; drain. Next add the additional ingredients and mix everything together in the CHEF N GO. To restart, make sure the "Start" light is flashing. Press the "Menu" button again until "Soup" is indicated, then press the “Start” button. Next press the "Cooking Timer" button for 2 hours, check periodically. Serve with favorite vegetables or chips. Total cooking time is 2 hours. (Cooking times will vary based on type of cheese used.) 22 USING THE CHEF N GO: Brown and Quick mode Ronco CHEF N GO Scrambled Eggs with Avocado & Tomatoes (serves 3-4) 8 1/2 medium 1 large 1/2 large 2 cloves 1 small Eggs-Medium Size or 6 Large Eggs Onion, chopped Fresh tomato, chopped Green pepper, chopped Fresh garlic, chopped Avocado or 1/2 large, chopped Salsa or seasoning salt to taste Evenly spray the CHEF N GO inner cooking bowl with non-fat cooking spray (Highly recommended). Saute the onion, peppers and garlic in the CHEF N GO for 5 minutes on the "Brown" mode (No oil necessary). Next press the “Off” button. Scramble the eggs with a fork (in another bowl) and add to the CHEF N GO where the onions, peppers and garlic have browned. Next, add the tomatoes and avocado and press the “Menu” button until “Quick” mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. When cooking time/temperature of the egg dish is perfect the CHEF N GO will automatically switch to the “Keep Warm” function. Just “Set it and forget it.” Ronco CHEF N GO Steak and Asparagus Stir-Fry (serves 4) 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 8 cup tbsp. tsp. tsp. cup tsp. tsp. oz Fresh asparagus Extra virgin olive oil Green onions, sliced Fresh ginger Cornstarch Low sodium beef broth Low sodium soy sauce or Teriyaki sauce preferred Dijon mustard Flank steak thinly sliced First, marinate steak in a separate bowl with soy sauce or Teriyaki. Next, add marinated steak to the CHEF N GO unit and press the “Menu” button until "Brown" mode is indicated. Brown for 2 minutes. Next, add asparagus, onions and select "Brown" mode again for 2 minutes. After browned slightly, stir in ginger and mustard to meat and vegetables. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and chicken broth together then add into the CHEF N GO, next press the Menu button until "Quick" mode is indicated. Then press “Start”. When completed, beeper will sound and the “Keep Warm” function will activate. Just “Set it and forget it”. 23 USING THE CHEF N GO: Cooking Timer Ronco CHEF N GO Pork Roast (serves 4-6) 1 1 tsp. 1 tsp. 1 tsp. 1 tsp. 1/2 tsp. 1 1 1 (18 oz) 1/2 cup Boneless pork shoulder or butt roast (3 to 4 pounds) Salt Ground cumin Paprika Black pepper Ground red pepper Onion, thinly sliced (sweet onion or red onion are interesting variants) Green bell pepper, cut into strips Barbecue sauce (try honey or sweet barbecue sauce too) Packed light brown sugar Trim excess fat from pork. Combine salt, cumin, paprika, black pepper and red pepper into a mixing bowl. Next, take combined ingredients and rub over pork shoulder or butt roast. Take the onion and bell pepper and place inside the CHEF N GO. Press the "Menu" button until "Brown" mode is indicated, then press the “Start” button. After 2 minutes, when the onion and bell peppers are browned, add the seasoned pork and continue to cook until all sides are browned. In another mixing bowl, combine barbecue sauce and brown sugar and add the mixture to the CHEF N GO by pouring over pork mixture. Press the "Menu" button until “Soup” is indicated, then press the "Cooking Timer" button to set the cooking time for 4 hours. Press the “Start” button. Just set it and forget it! 24 USING THE CHEF N GO: Reheat Reheating Leftovers or Second Helpings Reheating Leftovers The CHEF N GO not only cooks food but can also reheat leftovers to make a whole new meal. Note: The cooker has a memory and, unless it is re-programmed, it will remember it’s last operation and automatically revert to that cooking time and function. 1 Place Leftovers in the inner pot and stir up to loosen (Leftovers that are not stirred may burn). Add a bit of water as well. 2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 3 Press the “Menu” button until the triangular indicator on the LCD screen points to the “Reheat” mode. 4 Press the “Start” button. 5 When finished, the CHEF N GO will go into the “KEEP WARM” function. Press the “Off” button and unplug the power cord. S TA R T CLOCK M EN HRS MIN U COOKIN G TIMER Power Outage: When power to the cooker has been cut off—due to an electrical outage or short— it can affect cooking. If the power is only off for less than 2 hours, generally the cooker will continue its function or may need a quick prompting to re-start its programmed function. If the cooking time power has been off for more than 2 hours, it may require other adjustments. Follow the reference chart for assistance. Note #1: When the battery runs out, the clock will not display unless plugged back into a power outlet. Remember to reset the clock to the correct time. Note #2: Also note that a long power outage will require you to reset the clock. 25 PROBLEMS PROBLEM Indicator Malfunction Plate doesn t heat up AND SOLUTIONS CAUSE 1. Disconnected circuit power. 2. Circuit board failure. 3. Broken circuit board conductor. 4. Main circuit board failure. 5. Main temperature control failure. 6. Burnt heating plate components. 7. Partially broken circuit conductor. 8. Circuit board failure. SOLUTION 1. Check switch, socket, fuse and conductor, then make sure the cooker is plugged in. 2.-8. Call Customer Service. Meal boils over 1. Wrong function was chosen. 2. Abnormal upper lid temperature control. 3. Steam valve clogged with foreign matter. 4. Water has exceeded the maximum level or not enough water was added according to measurements. 5. Upper lid wasn’t closed. 6. Main circuit board failure. 1. Choose proper function. 3. Clean steam valve. 4. Add water according to measurements. 5. Close upper lid. 6. Call Customer Service. When Meal cooks, the cooker does not reach boiling point for an overly long period 1. Abnormal upper lid temperature control. 2. Main circuit board failure. 1.-2. Call Customer Service. Meal not done well or cooking time too long 1. Insufficient “Keep Warm” time. 2. Deformed heating plate. 3. Inner pot tilted to one side. 4. Foreign matter wedged between heat plate and inner pot. 5. Deformed inner pot. 6. Main circuit board failure. 7. Abnormal main temperature control. 1. “Keep Warm” according to meal requirements or clean with light sandpaper. 2. Call Customer Service. 3. Turn inner pot until it rests normally. 4. Wipe clean with light sandpaper. 5-7.Call Customer Service. Meal burned or won t keep warm automatically 1. Abnormal main temperature control. 2. Main circuit board failure. 1.-2. Call Customer Service. Note: Never attempt to repair the cooker by yourself. If problems occur that you cannot understand or resolve, call customer service at 1-800-486-1806 (Monday to Friday 6:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time) or email [email protected]. 26 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Precautions 1 Do not plug the CHEF N GO into an electrical outlet that is running another electrical appliance. 2 Do not keep the CHEF N GO in a damp place or place it near a fire or heat source. Also, do not store it or use it on an unstable surface. 3 Never heat the inner pot over an open flame. Use only the inner pot provided when cooking to avoid the risk of electric shock. 4 Keep the CHEF N GO out of the reach of children, who could become injured while the unit is turned on or could damage the multifunctional cooker. 5 Keep hands and face away from the upper lid’s hot steam outlet; also, don’t cover the steam outlet with cloth or it may deform or color the lid. 6 Do not immerse the CHEF N GO into water or any liquid. 7 Avoid twisting or knotting the power cord. Do not let the cord drape over countertop or table top to prevent tripping and tipping the unit over. Do not leave or place power cord near an open flame or hot surface. To unplug, grasp the plug and not the cord. Always attach cord to unit before plugging into the wall. 8 If the power cord becomes damaged, replace it with a like cord. 9 Do not cook vinegar or salt like substances alone in the inner pot—as they can be corrosive if not mixed with other ingredients. 10 Long-time use of your CHEF N GO will likely result in the loss of some of the non-stick coating; however, this poses no harm to cooking or safety. 11 Should “5E” (or any other error code) appear on the screen, press the “Keep Warm” or “Off” buttons, which will put the cooker into stand-by mode, and then it will reset. If the error code still appears call customer service. 12 Remember when shutting down the unit, first press the “OFF” button and unplug the cord from the wall. Remove the cord from the CHEF N GO when not in use, and before cleaning. When cleaning, allow the unit to cool before inserting or removing any parts. 13 It is not recommended to use accessories that have not been provided with the CHEF N GO, as this may cause injuries. Ronco Acquisition Corporation cannot be held responsible if other accessories are used while cooking with the CHEF N GO. 14 Do not place the CHEF N GO under a countertop during use, steam will cause mois- ture to gather on the underside of the counter thus causing damage to the countertop. 15 Extreme caution must be used when transporting HOT liquids. 16 Do not use this appliance for other than it’s intended use. 27