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English, French; no bleeds; saddle; flip 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:00 AM Page 1 Meal Maker Express™ 840100500 Grill Safety 2 Know Your Grill 3 Grilling Options 4 Operating Instructions 5 Cleaning 7 Recipes 8 Customer Service 16 In USA: 1-800-851-8900 In Canada: 1-800-267-2826 Blk Ink; Digitally signed by Elizabeth DeMerchant cn=Elizabeth DeMerchant, ou=Product Information Center, o=HB/PS, c=US Date: 2002.04.23 11:58:24 -05'00' Reason: I am approving this document 5.5" X 8.5"; 32 pages;
English, French; no bleeds; saddle; flip 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:00 AM Page 1 Meal Maker Express™ 840100500 Grill Safety 2 Know Your Grill 3 Grilling Options 4 Operating Instructions 5 Cleaning 7 Recipes 8 Customer Service 16 In USA: 1-800-851-8900 In Canada: 1-800-267-2826 Blk Ink; Digitally signed by Elizabeth DeMerchant cn=Elizabeth DeMerchant, ou=Product Information Center, o=HB/PS, c=US Date: 2002.04.23 11:58:24 -05'00' Reason: I am approving this document 5.5" X 8.5"; 32 pages;
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... detachable cooking plates, be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other injury or damage, follow these instructions carefully. Always use and before cooking. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be equal to or greater than intended purpose. 14. Do not touch hot surfaces. Unplug from wall outlet. 13. Call our toll-free customer service number for a 3-prong plug...
... detachable cooking plates, be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other injury or damage, follow these instructions carefully. Always use and before cooking. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be equal to or greater than intended purpose. 14. Do not touch hot surfaces. Unplug from wall outlet. 13. Call our toll-free customer service number for a 3-prong plug...
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Cover 2. Nonstick Grill Surfaces 3. Support Leg 7. Timer 5. Spatula/Scraper (available with select models) 3 Base 4. Drip Cup 6. 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:00 AM Page 3 Know Your Grill Parts and Features 1.
Cover 2. Nonstick Grill Surfaces 3. Support Leg 7. Timer 5. Spatula/Scraper (available with select models) 3 Base 4. Drip Cup 6. 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:00 AM Page 3 Know Your Grill Parts and Features 1.
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... the same time. This will cook the food on select models) Drain Spout Removable Grids Cord Wrap Drain Spout Locking Tab Grilling Options The grill may be used in two different positions: Closed Cover This will require a longer cooking time but you can cook twice as it will disengage the locked hinge). Flip up the support leg, then lift cover straight...
... the same time. This will cook the food on select models) Drain Spout Removable Grids Cord Wrap Drain Spout Locking Tab Grilling Options The grill may be used in two different positions: Closed Cover This will require a longer cooking time but you can cook twice as it will disengage the locked hinge). Flip up the support leg, then lift cover straight...
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... be cooked onto grill and lower grill cover. Plug into 120 volt AC outlet. 2. Brush grilling surfaces with oil or spray with select models), or another utensil safe for nonstick surfaces. 8. Keep cover closed. 4. Always use metal utensils as instructed under "Cleaning." 1. Since the grill cooks top and bottom at the same time, there's no need to stir while cooking. • Cook "guilt-free" French...
... be cooked onto grill and lower grill cover. Plug into 120 volt AC outlet. 2. Brush grilling surfaces with oil or spray with select models), or another utensil safe for nonstick surfaces. 8. Keep cover closed. 4. Always use metal utensils as instructed under "Cleaning." 1. Since the grill cooks top and bottom at the same time, there's no need to stir while cooking. • Cook "guilt-free" French...
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... Cooked through No longer pink in center No longer pink in center No longer pink in center 6-8 min. FOOD Beef strip steak, boneless, fresh (8 oz.) Chicken breast, boneless, fresh (4-6 oz.) Chicken breast, boneless, frozen (4 oz.) Fish fillet squares, frozen (about 2 oz.) Frankfurter (hot dog) Hamburger, fresh...onions Potato wedges, frozen Stir-fry vegetable mix Vegetables (fresh) Broccoli florets Green or red bell pepper strips Mushrooms, sliced Onions, sliced Zucchini or summer squash, sliced Grilled Cheese or Cheese and Ham COOK TIME 5 min. 5-8 min. brown on outside No longer pink in ...
... Cooked through No longer pink in center No longer pink in center No longer pink in center 6-8 min. FOOD Beef strip steak, boneless, fresh (8 oz.) Chicken breast, boneless, fresh (4-6 oz.) Chicken breast, boneless, frozen (4 oz.) Fish fillet squares, frozen (about 2 oz.) Frankfurter (hot dog) Hamburger, fresh...onions Potato wedges, frozen Stir-fry vegetable mix Vegetables (fresh) Broccoli florets Green or red bell pepper strips Mushrooms, sliced Onions, sliced Zucchini or summer squash, sliced Grilled Cheese or Cheese and Ham COOK TIME 5 min. 5-8 min. brown on outside No longer pink in ...
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... of dishwashing detergent to cool. 2. Unplug grill from electrical outlet and allow to scrub grilling surfaces. Rinse then dry. Wipe grilling surfaces with a small amount of dishwasher.) 8. Use a damp sponge with a paper towel to scrape away cooked-on select models) 1. Empty drip cup. Open grill flat and repeat with select models) to remove drippings. 3. Use a clean, damp cloth to release grid. Removable Grids (on food or grease. 4. While...
... of dishwashing detergent to cool. 2. Unplug grill from electrical outlet and allow to scrub grilling surfaces. Rinse then dry. Wipe grilling surfaces with a small amount of dishwasher.) 8. Use a damp sponge with a paper towel to scrape away cooked-on select models) 1. Empty drip cup. Open grill flat and repeat with select models) to remove drippings. 3. Use a clean, damp cloth to release grid. Removable Grids (on food or grease. 4. While...
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...half of the slices of bread. Top with cooking spray. Guilt-Free Hash Browns 11⁄2 or 3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, Southern style 1⁄2 or 1 green onion, finely chopped (optional) 1. Preheat grill for the large grill. Close lid and heat 3 minutes. Place ...grill or if you're only cooking for two on bagel bottoms. Top with cooking spray. Use the larger amount for 5 minutes. 2. Place potatoes and onion on grill. Makes 2 or 4 servings. Place bagel tops on grill. Remove and keep warm. 3. Top with all sizes of the Meal Maker Express™ Contact Grills. Spray grill...
...half of the slices of bread. Top with cooking spray. Guilt-Free Hash Browns 11⁄2 or 3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, Southern style 1⁄2 or 1 green onion, finely chopped (optional) 1. Preheat grill for the large grill. Close lid and heat 3 minutes. Place ...grill or if you're only cooking for two on bagel bottoms. Top with cooking spray. Use the larger amount for 5 minutes. 2. Place potatoes and onion on grill. Makes 2 or 4 servings. Place bagel tops on grill. Remove and keep warm. 3. Top with all sizes of the Meal Maker Express™ Contact Grills. Spray grill...
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... 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (1 or 2 ounces) 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed 2 or 4 sandwich-size English muffins, split and toasted 1. Makes 2 or 4 servings. Soak slices of bread and top with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cinnamon before serving with pizza sauce, if desired. Serve on grill. Top with remaining bread...
... 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (1 or 2 ounces) 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed 2 or 4 sandwich-size English muffins, split and toasted 1. Makes 2 or 4 servings. Soak slices of bread and top with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cinnamon before serving with pizza sauce, if desired. Serve on grill. Top with remaining bread...
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... on large grill. Remove from grill and cut each with water. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Close lid and cook 5 to within 1⁄2 inch of tortillas to 6 minutes or until cheese melts. On half of tortillas with cheese, picante sauce, and green onions. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Top with remaining muffin halves. Top with remaining tortillas and press edges...
... on large grill. Remove from grill and cut each with water. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Close lid and cook 5 to within 1⁄2 inch of tortillas to 6 minutes or until cheese melts. On half of tortillas with cheese, picante sauce, and green onions. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Top with remaining muffin halves. Top with remaining tortillas and press edges...
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... chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons or 1⁄4 cup salad dressing or mayonnaise 1. Spray grill with salad dressing. Remove and let cool slightly. 4. For burgers, combine all ingredients and mix well. Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad 1 or 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 12 ounces Italian salad dressing 1. Combine lettuce, green onions, croutons, and sliced chicken. Toss to...
... chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons or 1⁄4 cup salad dressing or mayonnaise 1. Spray grill with salad dressing. Remove and let cool slightly. 4. For burgers, combine all ingredients and mix well. Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad 1 or 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 12 ounces Italian salad dressing 1. Combine lettuce, green onions, croutons, and sliced chicken. Toss to...
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...grill over chops. Spray grill with cheese. Place patties on grill. Remove. 3. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic to 8 minutes or until vegetables are no longer pink. 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:01 AM Page 12 "Meatball" Sandwiches 1⁄2 or 1 pound lean ground beef 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 cup...Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Close lid and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until hot.) Stir in saucepan. (Or, microwave on grill. Sprinkle with cooking spray. Makes 2 or 4 servings. Speedy Beef and Mushrooms 1⁄2 or 1 pound sirloin steak strips 1 or 2 cups sliced ...
...grill over chops. Spray grill with cheese. Place patties on grill. Remove. 3. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic to 8 minutes or until vegetables are no longer pink. 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:01 AM Page 12 "Meatball" Sandwiches 1⁄2 or 1 pound lean ground beef 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 cup...Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Close lid and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until hot.) Stir in saucepan. (Or, microwave on grill. Sprinkle with cooking spray. Makes 2 or 4 servings. Speedy Beef and Mushrooms 1⁄2 or 1 pound sirloin steak strips 1 or 2 cups sliced ...
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...Warm tortillas in a single layer on grill and brush with remaining picante sauce. Remove chicken and keep warm. 3. Crumble beef on grill. Add sour cream and/or salsa. Close lid and cook 3 to package directions. Close lid and cook 3 minutes or until beef is no ... chicken breasts 1⁄2 or 1 cup picante sauce 1 or 2 medium green or red bell peppers, cut into thin strips and place down center of the picante sauce. Spray grill with oregano. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Place chicken on grill. Sprinkle with cooking spray. Slice chicken into strips 1⁄...
...Warm tortillas in a single layer on grill and brush with remaining picante sauce. Remove chicken and keep warm. 3. Crumble beef on grill. Add sour cream and/or salsa. Close lid and cook 3 to package directions. Close lid and cook 3 minutes or until beef is no ... chicken breasts 1⁄2 or 1 cup picante sauce 1 or 2 medium green or red bell peppers, cut into thin strips and place down center of the picante sauce. Spray grill with oregano. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Place chicken on grill. Sprinkle with cooking spray. Slice chicken into strips 1⁄...
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...steak strips 1 or 2 small green or red bell peppers, cut into strips 1⁄2 or 1 medium onion, sliced 1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder 1⁄2 or 1 jar (12 ounces) beef gravy 1 or 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 teaspoon crushed red pepper Hot cooked rice 1. Place beef strips on grill. Remove...Page 14 Chicken & Vegetable Packets 2 or 4 cooked chicken breasts (about 1⁄2 to grill. Close lid and cook 4 minutes or until hot.) Stir in center of a piece of aluminum foil, about 12 ounces) 1 or 2 cups frozen peas 1⁄2 or 1 can (101...
...steak strips 1 or 2 small green or red bell peppers, cut into strips 1⁄2 or 1 medium onion, sliced 1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder 1⁄2 or 1 jar (12 ounces) beef gravy 1 or 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1⁄4 or 1⁄2 teaspoon crushed red pepper Hot cooked rice 1. Place beef strips on grill. Remove...Page 14 Chicken & Vegetable Packets 2 or 4 cooked chicken breasts (about 1⁄2 to grill. Close lid and cook 4 minutes or until hot.) Stir in center of a piece of aluminum foil, about 12 ounces) 1 or 2 cups frozen peas 1⁄2 or 1 can (101...
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...Franks Top grilled frankfurter with peppers and onions (see the "Grilling Chart") with chili powder. Spray grill with basil. Remove to grill. Barbecued Chicken Breasts Top grilled chicken breasts (see the "Grilling Chart"). Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Serve in buns with cooking juices from drip tray over zucchini ...Sprinkle cooked potato wedges (see the "Grilling Chart"). Place zucchini and onion on grill. 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:01 AM Page 15 Grilled Vegetable Medley 1 or 2 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash, sliced 1⁄2 or 1 medium onion, sliced 1 or 2 cups ...
...Franks Top grilled frankfurter with peppers and onions (see the "Grilling Chart") with chili powder. Spray grill with basil. Remove to grill. Barbecued Chicken Breasts Top grilled chicken breasts (see the "Grilling Chart"). Preheat grill for 5 minutes. 2. Serve in buns with cooking juices from drip tray over zucchini ...Sprinkle cooked potato wedges (see the "Grilling Chart"). Place zucchini and onion on grill. 840100500 Ev03.qxd 4/19/02 10:01 AM Page 15 Grilled Vegetable Medley 1 or 2 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash, sliced 1⁄2 or 1 medium onion, sliced 1 or 2 cups ...
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... which may also have model, series, and type numbers ready for Hamilton Beach products from the date of your grill. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series numbers and fill in conformity with this product: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades, and/or agitators. ANY LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND ALL...
... which may also have model, series, and type numbers ready for Hamilton Beach products from the date of your grill. Before calling, please note the model, type, and series numbers and fill in conformity with this product: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades, and/or agitators. ANY LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND ALL...