Elite Platinum EPB-5455 User manual

Brand
Elite Platinum
Model
EPB-5455
Category
Small kitchen appliances
Type
User manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2-3
PARTS & FEATURES 4
BEFORE USING YOUR BLENDER 5
ASSEMBLING & DISASSEMBLING 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6
QUICK GUIDE TO PROCESSING INGREDIENTS 7
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 7
STORAGE 8
TROUBLESHOOTING 8-9
RECIPES 9-24
WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SERVICE 25
RETURN INSTRUCTIONS 26
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
NOTE:
A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
If an extension cord is used: (1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the product; (2) the extension cord should be arranged so that it
will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped
over by
children or pets.
POLARIZED PLUG
If this appliance is equipped with a
polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other), please follow
the below instructions:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one
way. If you are unable to fit the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless
the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the product or any
extension cord being used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
This appliance is intended for Household Use Only.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and manufactured
with our valued consumers' safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that you exercise a level of caution
when using any electrical appliance by following all instructions and important safeguards.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric hazard and injury to persons, including the following:
1. This appliance may be used by persons with physical or mental impairments or by
inexperienced persons, if they are properly supervised or have been informed about how to
use the appliance in a safe manner and understand the potential dangers.
2. Children must not use this appliance or play with it. Keep this appliance and the power cord
out of reach of children.
3. The appliance is intended for household use and is designed for processing a standard
amount of food in the household.
4. Before connecting this appliance to a power socket, make sure the voltage stated on its rating
label corresponds to the voltage in our power socket. We do not recommend using an
extension cord.
5. Do not use the appliance in an industrial environment or outdoors.
6. Do not place the appliance on an electric or gas stove or in its vicinity, on a kitchen sink drain
board, on the edge of a table or on an unstable surface. Only place the appliance on an even
dry and stable surface.
7. Only use the appliance with the original accessories that came with it.
8. Do not use the appliance for any other purposes than those for which it is intended.
9. Warning: Improper use can lead to injury.
10. Make sure that the appliance is correctly assembled before putting it into operation.
11. Pay increased attention when handling hot liquids because they may release steam or they
could spray and cause burns. Allow hot liquids and foodstuffs to cool down to a temperature
of at least 45 °C before putting them into the blending jar and blending them.
12. Do not leave the appliance in continuous operation for longer than 1 minute. Before turning
it on again, allow it to cool down for at least 3 minutes
13. The appliance is equipped with a thermal fuse protecting the motor from damage in case of
overload. If automatic shut-off of the appliance occurs in consequence of motor overload,
disconnect it from the network socket and let it cool for at least 30 minutes. Then bring the
appliance back in operation.
14. If ingredients stick to the blade assembly or inside walls of the blending jar, turn the
appliance off and unplug it from the power supply. Make sure that the blade assembly has
stopped rotating. Take the blending jar assembly off the motor unit and turn it over so that
the blade assembly points upwards. Remove the blade assembly. Use a plastic spatula to
clean the blade assembly and the walls of the blending jar. Reassemble the blending jar and
mount it back on the motor unit. Plug the power cord into a power socket and continue
blending.
15. When handling the blade assembly, when taking it out of blending jar and when cleaning it,
take special care to avoid injury on the blades. Always hold the blade unit by the bottom
plastic part. Do not attempt to sharpen the blades.
16. The blender accessories are not intended to be heated in a microwave oven. Do not expose
the blending jar to extreme temperature changes.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.)
17. Do not turn on the appliance when it is empty. The incorrect use of the appliance may
negatively affect its lifetime.
18. Always turn off the appliance and disconnect it from the power socket if you will not be using
it and if you will be leaving it without supervision, before assembly, disassembly, replacing
accessories and before cleaning or moving it.
19. Check that the motor unit is turned off, disconnected from the power socket and that the
rotating parts have come to a complete stop before removing the blending jar from the
motor unit.
20. DO NOT OPEN THE BLENDING JAR UNTIL THE BLADE ASSEMBLY COMES TO A STOP.
21. Do not submerge the motor unit and its power cord in water or any other liquid, or wash
these parts under running water.
22. Ensure that the power plug contacts do not come into contact with moisture. Do not place
heavy items on the power cord. Make sure the power cord does not hang over the edge of a
table or that it is not touching a hot surface.
23. Do not disconnect the appliance from the power socket by pulling on the power cord. This
could damage the power cord or the power socket. Disconnect the cord from the power
socket by gently pulling on the plug of the power cord.
24. If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced at a professional service center. It is forbidden
to use the appliance if it has a damaged power cord or plug.
25. Do not use the appliance when it is not functioning properly or showing any signs of damage.
26. In order to prevent a hazardous situation arising, do not repair the appliance yourself or
modify it in any way. Have all repairs or adjustments performed at an authorized service
center. By tampering with the appliance, you risk voiding your legal rights arising from
unsatisfactory performance or quality warranty.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
PURPOSE OF USE
This nutritional blender is ideal for making fresh fruit or fitness beverages, milkshakes and other
cocktails, mixed drinks, outstanding salsas, creamy soups, sauces, blended baby food and it may
also be used for blending ice. It is equipped with a single four-blade assembly made from quality
stainless steel and two sizes of blending jars. The blending jars are made from quality durable
plastic that does not contain the toxic hydrocarbon BPA (Bisphenol A) and they can also serve as
convenient drink bottles. Both bottles can be closed with a cap with or without a drinking spout for
comfortable carrying without risking spilling the beverage. Its anti-slip feet provide excellent
stability to the blender during its operation. The bottles, caps and the blade assembly can be safely
washed in the top rack of a dishware.
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PARTS & FEATURES
1) Screw-on cap with a closable drinking spout can be screwed on to both bottles.
2) Screw-on cap without a drinking spout can be screwed on to both bottles.
3) Small 24oz. blending jar made from quality BPA-free titan material. It also serves as
a drinking bottle.
4) Large 34oz. blending jar made from quality BPA-free titan material. It also serves as
a drinking bottle.
5) Blade assembly with 6 quality stainless steel blades.
6) Motor unit.
7) Anti-slip feet are located on the bottom of the motor unit.
8) START/STOP program suitable for grinding flour, spices and crushing nuts.
9) PULSE program serves to chop/mix larger tough pieces of food and crushing ice.
10) Backlit LED display showing the count-down blending time.
11) BLEND program suitable for making fruit smoothies (45 seconds).
12) EXTRA BLEND program suitable for making vegetable smoothies (60 seconds).
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BEFORE USING YOUR BLENDER
1. Take the appliance and its accessories out of the packaging materials.
2. Thoroughly wash all parts intended for contact with food (large and small blending
jars, caps and the blade assembly), using warm water and a neutral kitchen
detergent. Then rinse with clean water and allow these parts to dry naturally or dry
them out thoroughly using a wiping cloth. All removable parts can also be safely
washed in the top rack of a dishwasher.
ATTENTION:
When cleaning the blade assembly, take special care to avoid injury. The
blades are sharp. The blade assembly has a gasket seal to ensure that the blending jar
remains air-tight during the blending process. If the blade assembly is washed in a
dishwasher, this gasket seal may come loose due to heat. After washing the blade
assembly, always check that the gasket sea is in its place.
ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE
Before you start assembling or disassembling the appliance, check that the motor unit is
turned off and disconnected from the power socket and that the rotating parts have
come to a complete stop.
ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING THE BLENDER JAR
1. Turn the blending jar over so that the neck points upwards.
2. Check that the gasket seal on the blade assembly is in its place. Place the blade
assembly on to the neck of the blending jar so that the blades point inwards and
screw it clockwise on to the neck of the blending jar.
NOTE:
Place the ingredients into the blending jar before attaching it to the blade
assembly. When filling the blending jar do not exceed the MAX mark.
3. Turn the assembled blending jar over so that the blade assembly points downwards
and insert it into the motor unit so that the tabs along the outer perimeter of the
blending bottle slide into the slots on the motor unit.
4. To disassemble, proceed in the reverse sequence.
Assembly
Disassembly
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure that the motor unit is disconnected from the power socket.
2. Add the ingredients that you wish to blend into the blending jar. The maximum
amount of ingredients that can be put into the blending jar is marked by the MAX
mark. Do not overfill the blending jar with food or liquids.
ATTENTION:
Allow hot liquids and foodstuffs to cool down to a temperature of at
least 45°C before putting them into the blending jar and blending them.
NOTE:
Some liquids gain volume during the blending process.
3. Assemble the blending jar according to the instructions in the section "ASSEMBLING
AND DISASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE." Turn the assembled blending jar over so that
the blade assembly points downwards and insert it into the motor unit so that the
tabs along the outer perimeter of the blending bottle slide into the slots on the
motor unit.
4. Connect the motor unit to a power socket. To start the blender, rotate the
assembled blending jar clockwise and then select your chosen program. The
blender is equipped with a safety mechanism that will prevent it from being started
unless the blending jar assembly is properly attached to the motor unit.
ATTENTION:
The maximum operating time is 1 minute. Do not leave the appliance in
continuous operation for longer than indicated above. Then allow the appliance to
cool down for 3 minutes. When processing dry ingredients, do not leave the
appliance in continuous operation for longer than 30 seconds.
5. If ingredients are getting stuck on the blade assembly or on the walls of the
blending jar, turn the blender off by pressing the STOP button. Make sure that the
blade assembly has stopped rotating. Take the blending jar assembly off the motor
unit and turn it over so that the blade assembly points upwards. Screw off the blade
assembly. Use a plastic spatula to clean the blade assembly and the walls of the
blending jar. Reassemble the blending jar and insert it back into the motor unit.
Plug the power cord into a power socket, turn the blending jar clockwise and select
your chosen program and continue blending.
6. To finish blending, press the STOP button and rotate the blending jar counter-
clockwise. Disconnect the power cord from the power socket. Check that the blade
assembly has stopped rotating and take the blending jar assembly off the motor
unit.
7. Turn the blending jar over so that the blade assembly points upwards. Take off the
blade assembly and as required, close the blending jar with the cap or pour its
contents into another suitable container.
NOTE:
To close the bottle you may use the cap. Always properly tighten the cap to
prevent the bottle’s contents from leaking out. When using cap, make sure that the
drinking spout is properly closed so as not to spill the bottle’s contents when
carrying it.
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QUICK GUIDE TO PROCESSING INGREDIENTS
*First cut food with a firm consistency such as fruit and vegetables into smaller pieces
measuring 1 - 1.5" and only then blend it.
Ingredients
Recommended Blending Time
Fruit and vegetables cut into smaller pieces
30s
Smoothies and cocktails
40s
Salsa
30s
Soups
30s
Baby Food
40s
NOTE:
The above food processing times are only a reference. The actual blending time
depends on the size of the ingredients, their amount and the required final consistency.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
1. Before cleaning, make sure that the appliance is turned off and disconnected from the
power socket. Make sure the rotating parts have stopped and remove the assembled
blending jar from the motor unit.
2. Remove the blade assembly from the blending jar and thoroughly wash the individual
parts in warm water using neutral kitchen detergent. Then rinse them under clean
running water and wipe them dry with a fine wiping cloth or allow them to dry naturally.
If you used the cap, clean it out in the same way. Removable parts can also be safely
washed in the top rack of the dishwasher. To thoroughly clean out the blade assembly,
you can use a fine nylon brush.
ATTENTION:
When removing and cleaning the blade assembly take special care to avoid
injury. The edges on the blade assembly are sharp.
The blade assembly has a gasket seal to ensure that the blending jar remains air-tight
during the blending process. If the blade assembly is washed in a dishwasher, this gasket
seal may come loose due to heat. After washing the blade assembly, always check that
the gasket seal is in its place.
Certain foods may cause discoloration of the blending jar. However, this does not have
any effect on the functionality of the appliance.
3. We recommend that you always wash the accessories immediately after use to prevent
the ingredients from drying on. Ingredients that have dried on, are more difficult to
remove. To remove dried on ingredients, you may start the blender with
the blending jar filled up to 2/3 with hot water. If the dried on ingredients are not
released, repeat the procedure.
4. To clean the outer surface of the motor unit, use a cloth dipped in a weak detergent
solution. After applying the kitchen detergent, wipe the surface with a cloth lightly
dampened in clean water and then wipe dry.
5. Never submerge the motor unit or the power cord in water or in any other liquid. Do not
use thinners or solvents or cleaning agents causing abrasion to clean the appliance.
Otherwise, the surface of the appliance may be damaged.
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STORAGE
When not using the appliance, store it in a dry place out of children’s reach. We
recommend that you keep the blade assembly attached to the blending jar to avoid
injury caused by the blades being touched.
CAUTION:
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Solution
The blender does not start.
The motor unit is not connected to a power
source. Plug it into a power socket.
The blending jar assembly is not correctly
inserted into the motor unit. When inserting
the blending jars into the motor unit, ensure
that the tabs on the perimeter of the jar slide
into the corresponding slots in the motor
unit. To start the blender, rotate the blending
jar assembly clockwise and then press the
main switch to position 1 and select your
chosen program.
The blending jar assembly is leaking.
Check that the gasket seal on the blade
assembly is in its place. Seat the blade
assembly on to the blending jar and screw it
in properly in the clockwise direction.
Ingredients are blended unevenly.
Too many ingredients are processed at one
time. Process the ingredients in smaller
batches and run the blender repeatedly in
short intervals.
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Ingredients are blended too finely.
Blending time is too long. To achieve optimal
results, blend the ingredients in short bursts
and repeatedly.
The blending result is unsatisfactory.
Process the ingredient in smaller batches and
run the blender repeatedly in short intervals.
Blend frozen ingredients in 2 to 5 second
intervals.
Unsuccessful in blending ice cubes.
Ice cubes must be blended immediately
upon being removed from the freezer.
Otherwise, they will start melting, stick
together and cannot be blended. Make sure
that the blending jar is completely dry before
placing ice cubes into it. Blend the ice cubes
in short bursts and repeatedly.
RECIPES
MAKE AHEAD SMOOTHIES
1) Prepare, cut up and
measure out ingredients.
3) When ready to use, add
ingredients plus 2 cups of
liquid into blender and mix.
*Liquids: Almond Milk, Juice, Water, Soy or Rice Milk, Coconut Milk. Or replace half a cup to
one cup of liquid with plain yogurt for a thicker smoothie.
MANGO BERRY SUNSET
SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 cups
1 cup Raspberries
2 cups Strawberries
2 cups Mangoes
Yields 2 cups
2 Kiwi
3 cups Watermelon
3 cups green or purple
Grapes
MANGO BANANA SUNRISE
SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 cups
1 cup Pineapple
2 Bananas
1 cup Mangoes
2 cups Strawberries
GREEN MONSTER SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 cups
2 Grapefruits
2 Bananas
2 cups Pineapple
2 cups Raw Spinach
Yields 2 cups
2 Peaches
1 cup Raspberries
1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
A VERY BERRY BLAST
SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 cups
2 cups Raspberries
2 cups Blueberries
2 cups Strawberries
1 cup Raw Spinach
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RECIPES
(cont.)
SPECIALTY SMOOTHIES & SHAKES
BREAKFAST POWER SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 cups
1 cup good quality orange juice
1/4 cup whole grain oats
1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
1 banana
1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries
3 cups baby spinach leaves
1 cup ice
• Blend ingredients until smooth.
PINE-ANGO-BEET-TANGO SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 ½ cups
½ cup frozen mango chunks
½ cup frozen strawberries
½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
¼ medium-size beet, peeled and chopped
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• Blend ingredients until smooth.
MANGO-GINGER SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 ½ cups
1 cup frozen mango chunks (or substitute half the measurement with fresh mango)
¼ peeled lime
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 ½ inch piece ginger, peeled
2 Tbsp coconut butter
• Blend ingredients until smooth.
THE SUBLIMINATOR SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 cups
1 ½ cups frozen banana
¼ cup frozen blueberries
¼ cup frozen cherries
1 ½ apples, juiced (or 1 cup store-bought juice)
1 Tbsp peanut butter
2 tsp rice-protein powder
1 tsp flaxseed oil
• Blend ingredients until smooth.
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RECIPES
(cont.)
GREEN YOGA SMOOTHIE
Yields 2 cups
1 ripe mango; peeled and flesh cut off stone, discarded (thawed frozen is fine too)
Juice of ½ lemon
1 inch fresh ginger or ½ tsp ground ginger
2 handfuls leafy greens of your choice (spinach, kale, chard etc.)
1 cup natural coconut water or unsweetened plant milk
1 large handful ice cubes
1-2/3 cups fresh or thawed frozen raspberries, crushed
• Place all the ingredients except the raspberries in a high-speed blender and mix
until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust to your preference.
• Spoon the raspberries into 2 jars or glasses, pour the green smoothie over and serve
with a spoon.
PASSION FRUIT & AVOCADO DRINK
Yields 2 cups
½ avocado, stoned
3 large passion fruit, halved
2 thick slices pineapple, peeled and cubed
½ mango, peeled and flesh cut off stone
1 orange, peeled and segmented
4 ice cubes
• Scoop the avocado flesh and passion fruit pulp into a blender.
• Add all the remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add water to thin, if
needed.
• Serve in glasses with straws. Drink immediately.
BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE BREAKFAST PROTEIN SHAKE
Yield 2 cups
1 cup low-fat plain kefir
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, or more if needed
2 tsp honey
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries
1 very ripe banana, peeled, diced into 3 pieces and frozen
4 ice cubes (optional)
• To a blender add kefir, cottage cheese, almond milk, honey, vanilla, blueberries and
banana. Process until combined then add ice if desired and process until smooth.
Serve immediately.
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RECIPES
(cont.)
DRINK YOUR SALAD
Yields 2 cups
1 cup water
½ cup raw unsalted cashews, soaked for 2-4 hours, then drained
1 cup torn curly green kale leaves, plus more to taste
2 ripe bananas, fresh or frozen
1/8 cup diced pitted dates
½ tsp natural vanilla extract
2 cups ice cubes (a little less if using frozen bananas)
¼ tsp minced ginger, plus more to taste
• Blend ingredients until smooth.
CREAMY COCONUT DATE SHAKE
1 cup homemade raw almond milk
1 cup coconut water
6-8 pitted dates
2 frozen very ripe bananas
1 tsp natural vanilla extract
Pinch of Celtic sea salt
• Throw everything in the high-blender and puree until smooth and creamy.
DRAGON FRUIT MILKSHAKES
1 dragon fruit
1 banana
1 young ‘drinking’ coconut or a 400 ml (14 fl oz) can coconut milk
1 large handful ice cubes
• Peel the dragon fruit and banana, cut them in large pieces and place in a blender.
• Open the young coconut and pour the water into a measuring jug.
• Pour 250ml (8 ½ fl oz/1 cup) of the coconut water over the fruit, then scoop out 125
g (4 oz/ ½ cup) of the soft coconut meat and add to the blender.
• Add the ice cubes and blend until smooth. Serve immediately in tall glasses with
straws.
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RECIPES
(cont.)
SOUPS
CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP
1 large leek
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for garnish
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 medium head broccoli
1 ½ tsp white wine vinegar
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup light coconut milk, plus ¼ cup (60 ml) extra for garnish
2 to 3 cups loosely packed spinach
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice or 1 small lemon (optional)
Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Slice the white and light green parts of the leek into rings. Using a strainer, rinse the
leeks thoroughly.
• Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leek, garlic and a few
generous pinches of salt and pepper. Stir and cook until the leek is soft, about 5 minutes.
• Chop the broccoli, stems and all, into coarse florets and add them to the pot. Stir and
cook until just softened, about 3 minutes.
• Stir in the white wine vinegar, then add the vegetable broth and coconut milk. Reduce
the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
• Let the soup cool slightly, then transfer to a blender (you can work in batches if you need
to). Blend until smooth. Add the amaranth greens and blend again. Taste and adjust the
seasonings, adding a bit of lemon juice to brighten it up a bit if you like.
• Garnish with a drizzle of coconut milk and olive oil. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if
desired.
CARROT GAZPACHO WITH LEMONGRASS
1 stalk lemongrass
16 ounces peak season carrots, peeled and sliced, about 2 bunches
1-14 ounce can light or full fat coconut milk, reserve ¼ cup for garnish
1 garlic clove
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 Tbsp sherry vinegar
1 tsp red curry paste
½ cup filtered water
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
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RECIPES
(cont.)
• Optional garnishes: hemp seeds, pepitas, microgreens, drizzles of coconut milk.
• Prepare the lemongrass by cutting off the root end and the tough upper stem of the
stalk. Remove the first one or two layers of outer leaves and finely chop the tender,
aromatic part of the lemongrass.
• Using a high speed blender, combine the lemongrass, carrots, coconut milk, garlic,
olive oil, sherry vinegar, red curry paste, water, and a few generous pinches of salt
and pepper. Blend until smooth. If you’re not using a high speed blender, strain the
soup and blend again until completely smooth.
• Chill for at least 4 hours. If the soup thickens in the fridge, stir in a little more cold
water. Add more salt and pepper, to taste.
• Drizzle with olive oil and serve with desired garnishes.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER & RED PEPPER SOUP
1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 small yellow onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, unpeeled
Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
½ cup raw unsalted cashews, soaked 3 to 4 hours, preferable overnight
3 Tbsp white miso paste
3 cups water
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp coriander
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3 roasted red bell peppers, fresh or from a jar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar (optional)
• Preheat the oven to 400°F
• Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Fill one sheet with the cauliflower
florets and the other with the sliced onion and garlic cloves. Drizzle both sheets with
olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Roast 20 to 30 minutes,
until golden brown. Check at 20 minutes, as the onion might roast faster than the
cauliflower. Reserve 1 cup (250 ml) of the roasted florets for garnish.
• Drain and rinse the cashews and place them in a high speed blender. Peel the
roasted garlic cloves and add them to the blender with the cauliflower, onion, miso
paste, fresh water, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper and roasted red bell peppers.
Blend until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. For extra brightness, add a
splash of sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar.
• Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and the reserved roasted cauliflower.
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RECIPES
(cont.)
GREEN GAZPACHO
1 large English cucumber, chopped (reserve ½ cup for garnish)
6 small to medium yellow tomatoes, quartered, with juices
2 scallions
1 garlic clove
½ cup cilantro
¼ cup sherry vinegar
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
½ cup raw sunflower seeds
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
½ Serrano pepper (optional)
1 tsp honey or raw cane sugar (optional)
• In a blender, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, scallions, garlic, cilantro, sherry vinegar,
olive oil, sunflower seeds, and Serrano pepper, if using. Blend until smooth and season
to taste. Depending on the sweetness of your tomatoes, you may want to add a drizzle
of honey or a few pinches of sugar. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
• Garnish the soup with the reserved chopped cucumbers and a drizzle of olive oil.
ROASTED RED PEPPER & CARROT SOUP
1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
1/2 small fennel bulb, coarsely chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 roasted red bell pepper, fresh or from a jar
¼ cup cooked cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 Tbsp tomato paste
2 cups vegetable broth
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and
pepper and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, fennel, carrots and
thyme leaves. Stir and cook until the carrot edges begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
Add the balsamic vinegar, bell pepper, cannellini beans, tomato paste, vegetable broth,
and another few pinches of salt. Simmer until the carrots are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
• Add the simmered soup to a high speed blender (you can work in batches if you need to
) and puree until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
• Serve in bowls with a drizzle of olive oil and the croutons on top.
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RECIPES
(cont.)
CURRIED PARSNIP & WHITE BEAN SOUP
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp freshly grated ginger
5 to 6 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
1 Gala apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1 tsp curry powder
½ tsp ground cardamom
1 ½ cups cooked cannellini beans, drained and rinsed, ¼ cup (60 ml) reserved for garnish
4 cups vegetable broth
¼ cup chopped chives
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and a few
generous pinches of salt and pepper and cook until soft, about 2 minutes.
• Add the garlic and ginger and stir. Add the parsnips, apple, curry powder,
cardamom and cannellini beans. Stir and cook until the parsnips are lightly
browned, about 2 minutes. Add the vegetable broth and simmer until the parsnips
are tender, about 20 minutes.
• Let the soup cool slightly, then transfer it to a blender in batches and puree until
creamy.
• Season with more salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with the reserved cannellini
beans and chopped chives.
CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP
2 ripe avocados, halved and stone removed
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
4 Tbsp lemon juice
½ small shallot, peeled
3 sprigs of dill, plus extra to garnish
3 sprigs of coriander (cilantro), leaves picked, or chive stalks, chopped, plus extra to
garnish
4-8 drops if Tabasco or pinch of ground cayenne
½ tsp sea salt
1 cup plain yoghurt (or use water or coconut water for a non-dairy version)
• Blend until smooth. Serve with a drizzle of cold-pressed olive oil and ½ cup
pumpkin seeds, lightly toasted
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RECIPES
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DESSERTS
APPLE PIE IN A GLASS
Serves 2
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (strained if homemade)
1 cup unsweetened applesauce or stewed apples
2 tsp natural vanilla extract, plus more to taste
½ tsp ground cinnamon, plus more to taste
2 chopped, pitted, and soaked dates, or 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
1 cup ice cubes
• Throw everything into blender and blast on high for 30 to 60 seconds, until smooth and
creamy. Tweak flavor to taste (you may want to add more vanilla, cinnamon, or
sweetener)
• Note: use the soaked dates with high-speed blenders and the maple syrup with
conventional blenders.
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE & RASPBERRY CREAM
Serves 8
1½ cup of raspberries
2 Tbsp sugar
1 cup crème fraîche (sour cream)
1/2 cup dark chocolate
1/2 cup cream (sweetened and whipped, semi-rigid)
• Mix the raspberries with sour cream and sugar in blender and puree it until smooth.
• Melt the chocolate and mix it gently in with the whipped cream.
• Spoon a layer of chocolate mousse and then alternately a layer of raspberry cream into
serving glass/cup.
• Chill the glass/cup in refrigerator for 30-minutes or more.
• Serve with fresh raspberries or chocolate as garnish.
FLOURLESS FUDGY BANANA MUFFINS
Serves 8
1/2 cup quick oats or quinoa flakes, loosely packed (40g)
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp baking soda
1 medium (1/2 cup) mashed over-ripe banana (120g)
1 can white beans (250g without liquid) or 250g cooked beans
1/4 cup peanut butter or allergy-friendly substitution
1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey (For a sugar-free version, click here)
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Optional handful mini chocolate chips, crushed walnuts, shredded coconut, pinch cinnamon,
etc.
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• Preheat the oven to 350 F and line 8-9 muffin cups.
• Drain the beans and rinse extremely well, then pat dry. (This is important because it
gets rid of any bean flavor.)
• Blend all ingredients until smooth in a blender. (If using a blender without a tamper,
stop occasionally to stir ingredients with a spoon so they will blend evenly.)
• Pour into the muffin cups – don’t overfill or they will rise and then sink in the
centers. Bake 20 minutes. They will appear underdone – let sit 20 minutes and they
will firm up.
*Muffins last for 3-4 days refrigerated or 2-3 weeks frozen.
BITE SIZE KEY LIME PIE
Serves 4
Filling:
2 Avocados
2 Tbsp Lime Juice
1/2 Cup Coconut Oil
2 Tbsp Honey
Crust:
1/2 Cup Almond Pulp; ground up almonds
1/2 Cup Dates (not soaked)
Pinch of Salt
• Blend all Filling ingredients together. Set aside. Clean out blender.
• For the crust, process dates almond pulp, and salt together until semi-smooth.
• Press the crust into greased or lined muffin tins.
• Spoon in filling. Freeze for 1-2 hours.
If it freezes hard, like ice cream, just leave out for 5 minutes before eating.
SMOOTH & CREAMY MOCHA CHIA PUDDING
Serves 4
1/2 cup chia seeds
1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk + more, if necessary
1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled to room temperature
1/2 cup tightly packed pitted soft Medjool dates
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp instant espresso powder
pure maple syrup or honey to taste, if desired
shaved dark chocolate with espresso beans and/or cacao nibs, for serving, optional
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• Combine chia seeds, 1 1/2 cups almond milk, coffee, and pitted dates in blender jar, stir
with a spoon to do not mix yet.
• Refrigerate at least 8 hours, or overnight.
• Remove from refrigerator and now blend the chilled ingredients until smooth.
• Add in the cocoa powder, vanilla, and espresso powder. Blend until very smooth.
• Stream in extra almond milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach desired consistency. If the
pudding isn’t quite sweet enough for your taste, add liquid sweetener, 1 teaspoon at a
time, until desired sweetness is reached.
• For optimal results, chill finished pudding in the fridge for 2 hours before serving.
BLACK BEAN BROWNIES
Serves 10
1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well)
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1/2 cup quick oats
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup honey
2 tbsp sugar
1/4 cup coconut or vegetable oil
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup to 2/3 cup chocolate chips
• Preheat oven to 350 F.
Combine all ingredients except chips in blender, and blend until smooth.
• Stir in the chips, then pour into a greased 8×8 pan.
Bake the black bean brownies 15-18 minutes, then let cool at least 10 minutes before
trying to cut.
If they appear undercooked, place in the fridge overnight and they firm up!
GLUTEN-FREE CARROT CAKE FUDGE
Serves 6
2 cups of carrots; steamed and pureed
1/2 cup of coconut butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
coconut whipped cream
1 can of thick coconut cream
Optional Toppings: sprinkles of shredded carrots, walnut pieces, and dash of nutmeg
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Elite Platinum EPB-5455 User manual

Brand
Elite Platinum
Model
EPB-5455
Category
Small kitchen appliances
Type
User manual
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