Presto 05461 deep fryer
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1. How To Use for Frying 1 Position base on a clean dry level stable and heat resistant surface in center of countertop Always use the handles on the base when lifting or moving the appliance Never lift or move appliance using control assembly 2 Place removable pot in base 3 Attach the control assembly to the base by aligning the two guides on the front of the control unit with the two tracks on the back of the base Fig F Slide the control assembly down Fig G as far as it goes making sure both guides are in the tracks Note The appliance will only operate when both guides are properly positioned in the tracks 4 Fill removable pot with cooking oil up to the MAX level marking which is located on the inside of the removable pot Fig Al page 2 Your fryer will need approximately 12 cups of cooking oil The amount of oil must always be between the MAX and MIN level markings inside the removable pot Fig Al Never exceed the MAX level mark 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Attach the cord to the unit by aligning the magnetic plug end with the two electrical pins located on the back of the control unit Fig A2 page 2 The plug can be attached in either direction Important The magnetic cord was designed to detach easily from the fryer As a result if it is bumped or touched during use it could possibly detach causing the unit to stop heating Avoid contact with cord during operat2. 5 7 minutes 5 7 minutes 7 9 minutes Note It is recommended that you NOT use this fryer to boil pasta as the pasta may fall through the basket openings and stick to the heating element Care and Cleaning 1 After unit and oil have cooled completely carefully lift control assembly out of fryer and wipe with a damp cloth to clean Never immerse the control assembly in water or wash in a dishwasher 2 Then grasping two opposite corners of the removable pot carefully lift the pot out of the deep fryer If you plan to reuse the cooking oil it is recommended that you strain the oil to remove any food particles Then store the oil in a tightly sealed container and keep where it will not be exposed to heat or direct light 3 Wash the removable pot fry steam basket fryer cover and base in dishwasher or in warm sudsy water Important To prevent damage to the removable pot cover or base do not use steel wool scouring pads abrasive kitchen cleaners bleach vinegar lemon juice or other acid based cleaners When cleaning in the dishwasher do not use dishwasher rinse aids or hard water deposit removers such as Lemi Shine The Hard Water Expert Do not use bleaching agents to clean the fry steam basket Lemi Shine is a registered trademark of Envirocon Technologies Inc 11 If desired the basket handle may be removed for cleaning Squeeze the drain hooks and fold the handle into the basket until the handle bars are o
3. Brush edges with mixture of flour and water Fold in half and press to seal keep covered as you work Continue until all are made Makes 32 Let stand 5 minutes before frying to allow edges to stick together Deep fry 3 or 4 ata time at 375 for 2 minutes Drain on paper towels Jalapeno Kickers 12 fresh jalapefio peppers or 1 3 ounce can tablespoons bread crumbs teaspoon onion salt jalapefio peppers teaspoon garlic salt Cream Cheese 4 teaspoon vegetable oil cup flour Ys cup flour 1 egg 1 teaspoon sugar cup milk Caution Wear plastic gloves when working with peppers Do not touch eye area To prepare fresh jalapefio peppers rinse cut in half lengthwise remove seeds and stems place in boiling water and remove after 2 minutes drain well To prepare canned jalapefio peppers drain cut in half lengthwise and remove seeds and stems Fill each pepper half with cream cheese until slightly rounded Place cup flour in separate bowl set aside In a second bowl beat egg with milk In a third bowl prepare breading by combining bread crumbs onion salt garlic salt and oil Stir in flour and sugar until mixed thoroughly Roll each pepper in flour dip in egg mixture and then cover with breading For a heavier breading dip in egg mixture again and cover with breading a second time Gently set aside until ready to deep fry Deep fry at 375 approximately 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown Tip Remove immediate
4. has been removed from it To prolong the useful life of oil store it in an airtight container in a cool dark area or in the refrigerator It is time to replace the cooking oil if any of the following occur The oil is dark in color The oil has an unpleasant odor The oil smokes when it is heated The oil foams excessively during frying Frying Timetable Do not use cover while frying french fries and other high moisture foods For crisper foods fry without the cover The following times are approximate and based on the maximum recommended amounts of food Fill the basket no more than full for most foods FOOD QUANTITY TEMPERATURE TIME Cheese Frozen nuggets 8 cups 375 2 to 3 minutes Chicken Frozen nuggets 8 cups 375 3 to 5 minutes Raw serving size pieces breaded 4 to 5 pieces 375 13 to 18 minutes Donuts Fry donuts without basket 3 to 4 375 2 to 3 minutes Egg Rolls Frozen 3 to 4 375 5 to 6 minutes Fish Frozen battered breaded 3 to 4 pieces 375 7 to 8 minutes Raw breaded 3 to 4 pieces 375 3 to 4 minutes Onion rings Frozen battered breaded 8 cups 375 4 to 5 minutes Raw breaded 3 to 4 large pieces 375 1 to 2 2 minutes Potatoes Frozen french fries 8 cups 375 10 to 12 minutes Raw fries see below 4 cups 350 3 to 4 minutes basket 1 2 full 375 10 to 12 minutes Shrimp Frozen battered breaded 8 cups 375 5 to 7 minutes Raw br
5. Important Cord and Plug Information A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD Do not allow the cord to run underneath or around the unit The magnetic cord may not detach easily if the cord is positioned in this fashion Before First Use Become familiar with the various parts of the deep fryer Fig A1 and read the instructions carefully Remove all packing material and disassemble unit for cleaning Take the fry steam basket out of the unit Remove the cord assembly from the basket and set aside Then lift the control assembly out of the unit Wipe the control assembly control Fryer cover Removable Cover vents and grease filter basket handle Fry steam eee basket Thermostatic er control TES hooks Signal ligh a Control assembly Control unit with heating element BACK VIEW OF CONTROL UNIT Maximum and minimum levels a unit with heating element with a damp cloth Never immerse the control assembly cord or plug Removable pot A in water Lift the removable pot out of the base and wash the pot fry steam basket and fryer cover ad in dishwasher or in warm sudsy water Rinse and dry thoroughly Reset Button The deep fryer is equipped with a sensor which will automatically shut the unit off if it is overheated Overheating can occur if the unit is heated wit
6. PRESTO Stainless Steel ProF ry wees e Professional style fryer in a convenient at home size e 1800 watt immersion element for fast heating frying and steaming e Big 8 cup food capacity for frying family size batches e Removable heating element and enameled pot for easy cleaning Estas instrucciones tambi n estan disponibles en espa ol Para obtener una copia impresa e Descargue en formato PDF en www GoPresto com espanol e Env e un mensaje de correo electr nico a contact GoPresto com e Llame al 1 800 877 0441 oprima 2 y deje un mensaje INSTRUCTIONS This is a G Listed appliance The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage when using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read all instructions Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles Be sure handle is properly assembled to basket and locked in place See detailed assembly instructions on page 3 Visit us on the web at www GoPresto com 2011 National Presto Industries Inc To protect against electrical shock or burns do not immerse control unit cord or plug in water or other liquid Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths Alw
7. ays insert the control assembly in the removable pot before plugging the unit into the wall outlet Allow unit to cool completely before removing the control assembly 8 Always attach magnetic plug end to appliance first then plug cord into the wall outlet To disconnect remove plug from wall outlet and then from appliance 9 Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance 10 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return the appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment NYHA OPW LP 11 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries 12 Do not use a cracked removable pot or a basket having a loose or weakened handle 13 Do not use outdoors 14 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 15 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven 16 It is recommended that this fryer not be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid If it must be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid always use handles on base and use extreme caution 17 Do not use appliance for other than intended use SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 1
8. confectioners sugar with maple syrup stirring until smooth Dip donuts and holes in glaze set on rack to drain Fruit Glaze 2 tablespoons grape apricot 1to2 teaspoons milk or peach jam 1 cup sifted confectioners sugar Put jam in a glass dish and microwave on high for 15 seconds stir to melt Stir in confectioners sugar adding milk and stirring until smooth Dip donuts and holes in glaze Drain on rack How To Use for Steaming and Boiling 1 Follow steps 1 through 3 on page 3 Note To avoid steam damage to cabinets when using the steaming and boiling function position the deep fryer so that it is not directly under cabinets For boiling fill removable pot with water up to the MAX level marking which is located on the inside of the removable pot Fig Al page 2 Your fryer will need approximately 12 cups of water for boiling Never exceed the MAX level mark For steaming fill removable pot with water up to the MIN level marking which is located on the inside of the removable pot Fig Al page 2 Your fryer will need approximately 8 cups of water for steaming Do not use less than the minimum Attach the cord to the unit by aligning the magnetic plug end with the two electrical pins located on the back of the control unit Fig A2 page 2 The plug can be attached in either direction Important The magnetic cord was designed to detach easily from the fryer As a result if it is bumped or touched durin
9. e minced 1 teaspoon paprika 3 tablespoons minced parsley 4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons butter 1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water 2 tablespoons olive oil Flour cup flour Dry bread crumbs Y cup milk In saucepan cook green pepper garlic and parsley in butter and olive oil until tender Stir in flour Add milk stirring constantly until mixture thickens Shred crab meat removing cartilage Add crab sherry paprika and cayenne pepper to milk mixture Chill for 2 hours Shape into 1 inch balls using a 1 tablespoon scoop Roll in flour then dip in egg and water mixture Roll in crumbs Refrigerate until time to serve Deep fry 3 or 4 at a time at 375 turning once until desired brownness is reached Remove from oil and drain on absorbent paper Repeat until all are fried Makes about 1 2 dozen Short Cut Donuts with Glaze 1 10 biscuit package Buttermilk Biscuits Cut centers out of biscuits with a 1 inch cutter Deep fry three donuts at a time at 375 for 1 minutes turn and fry 1 minutes more Fry donut holes for about 2 minutes turning once Makes 10 donuts and 10 holes Chocolate Glaze cup chocolate chips 2 tablespoons milk 1 tablespoon light corn syrup Combine chocolate chips syrup and milk in a 14 or 2 cup glass cup microwave on high for 1 to 14 minutes stir until melted Dip donuts and holes in glaze Maple Glaze 1 cup sifted confectioners sugar 3to4 tablespoons maple syrup Combine
10. eaded 8 cups 375 3 to 5 minutes Vegetables Raw breaded 5 to 6 pieces 350 1 to 3 minutes These foods are best when fried in small quantities Recipes Raw French Fries Double Fry Method Cut medium potatoes peeled if desired into 1 4 to inch thick strips Place into large bowl and cover with hot tap water Soak potato strips for 15 minutes or until ready to fry Rinse drain and pat dry with paper towels Because raw fries contain a high percentage of moisture extreme care must be used when deep frying Thoroughly dry raw fries before deep frying Fill the basket 1 2 rather than full Lower the filled basket slowly into the oil If the oil starts to boil up too quickly lift the basket out of the oil for a couple of seconds then lower it again Repeat as necessary until the basket is completely lowered into the fryer Fry at 350 for 3 to 4 minutes until fries are cooked through but not browned Drain let stand to cool for at least 10 minutes but not more than 2 hours Just before serving fry potatoes at 375 for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown Crispy Coating cup milk Flour 1 egg beaten Salt and Pepper Beat milk and egg together Combine flour and seasonings Dip food into milk egg mixture then coat in seasoned flour Fry food according to timetable above 6 Apple Pie Fritters 1 cup all purpose flour 1 tablespoon butter melted 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 tea
11. formation Model Number Date Code Date Purchased Inquiries will be answered promptly by telephone email or letter When emailing or writing please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached during weekdays if possible Any maintenance required for this product other than normal household care and cleaning should be performed by our Factory Service Department Be sure to indicate date of purchase and a description of defect when sending an appliance for repair Send appliances for repair to CANTON SALES AND STORAGE COMPANY Presto Factory Service Department 555 Matthews Drive Canton MS 39046 0529 The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service all PRESTO appliances and supply genuine PRESTO parts Genuine PRESTO replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as PRESTO appliances and are engineered specifically to function properly with its appliances Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine PRESTO parts Look alikes might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner To ensure that you are buying genuine PRESTO replacement parts look for the PRESTO trademark PRESTO Limited Warranty This quality PRESTO appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use Presto pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the f
12. g use it could possibly detach causing the unit to stop heating Avoid contact with cord during operation If contact occurs verify that the cord is still properly connected 4 Plug cord into a 120 volt wall outlet Always make sure fryer and cord are out of reach of children 10 11 12 13 Turn the thermostatic control to 300 and place the cover on the deep fryer While water is heating prepare food for cooking Note The black cover vents will expand and appear to change shape when the fryer is heating When the cover cools the vents will contract and appear to return to their original position Both the expansion and contraction are normal Assemble basket handle for cooking see page 3 To insure against accidental detachment of handle from basket during use always make sure both pegs are in the bracket holes and the handle bars are in the brackets Fig C and D page 3 Place basket on countertop and fill basket up to full with food Do not exceed 2 pounds of food in the basket When water begins to boil approximately 9 to 11 minutes remove cover and attach the filled basket to the removable pot using the drain hooks Then position cover over basket with cover vents away from basket handle If steaming leave basket hooked on removable pot If boiling slowly lower the filled basket into the water until the bottom of the basket rests on top of the heating element Begin timing Refer to page 11 for
13. hout oil or water or with insufficient oil or water It can also occur if using solid fat or older oil that has become thick Should the unit shut off unplug and allow the unit to cool Correct the cause of overheating Then with the tip of a pen press the red RESET button on the back of the control unit Fig A2 The unit will not operate until it is reset Important Fryer Guidelines Use deep fryer only on a clean dry level stable and heat resistant surface away from countertop edge o Electrical pins Fig A2 Fig A1 _ RE Magnetic cord assembly Magnetic plug end Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Hot oil can cause serious and painful burns To avoid the risk of electrocution or severe disfiguring electrical burns do not let children handle or put electrical cords or plugs in their mouths To avoid the risk of electrocution or electrical burns do not let the control unit cord or plug come in contact with water or other liquid Never use the deep fryer without the removable pot CAUTION Oil and water do not mix The combination can be dangerous When the oil is heated any water droplets in the oil super heat becoming a volatile steam that can cause hot oil to spatter boil over or even erupt out of the deep fryer Hot oil can cause severe burns Accordingly before pouring oil into the removable pot be sure that the pot and all parts are completely d
14. ils to preheat or if the cooking process stops 1 Check cord assembly to assure magnetic plug is attached to the appliance and the cord is plugged into the wall outlet 2 Check to see that both guides on the front of the control unit are properly positioned in the tracks on the back of the base see Fig F and Fig G page 3 3 The reset button may have tripped The deep fryer is equipped with a sensor which will automatically shut the unit off if it is heated without oil or water or with insufficient oil or water Older oil that has become thick and solid fats may not conduct heat well and may also cause the sensor to trip and the unit to shut off Unplug and allow the unit to cool Correct the cause of overheating Then with the tip of a pen press the red RESET button on the back of the control unit see Fig A2 page 2 The unit will not operate until it is reset Before plugging the unit back in make sure there is sufficient oil or water in the fryer or if the oil is old replace the oil with fresh oil 4 When using fryer for the first time a slight odor or light smoking may occur as manufacturing residue evaporates This is normal during initial use Before deep frying always remove excess moisture or ice crystals from food by patting it dry with toweling Moist foods may cause excess foaming spattering and crackling Fry foods of equal size and thickness as they will fry more evenly and at the same speed Do not fill
15. ion If contact occurs verify that the cord is still properly connected Plug cord into a 120 volt wall outlet Always make sure fryer and cord are out of reach of children Turn the thermostatic control to the desired temperature see page 6 for proper cooking temperatures The recommended setting for most frying is 375 While oil is heating the signal light will be illuminated When the selected temperature is reached the signal light will go out Preheat time is approximately 10 minutes While oil is heating prepare food for cooking Note The black cover vents will expand and appear to change shape when the fryer is heating When the cover cools the vents will contract and appear to return to their original position Both the expansion and contraction are normal Assemble basket handle for frying see page 3 To insure against accidental detachment of handle from basket during use always make sure both pegs are in the bracket holes and the handle bars are in the brackets Fig C and D page 3 Place basket on countertop and fill basket up to 34 full with food For raw fries only fill basket full Before deep frying remove excess moisture from food by blotting with toweling moist foods cause excess foaming and spattering Attach the filled fry basket to the removable pot using the drain hooks Then position cover over basket with cover vents away from basket handle Gently lift basket to disengage drain hooks f
16. irst year after purchase we will repair or replace it at our option Our pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping To obtain service under the warranty return this PRESTO appliance shipping prepaid to the Presto Factory Service Department When returning a product please include a description of the defect and indicate the date the appliance was purchased We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this PRESTO appliance and ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed Failure to follow instructions damage caused by improper replacement parts abuse or misuse will void this pledge This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This is Presto s personal pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES INC Eau Claire WI 54703 3703 Form 72 998A 12
17. ly 30 seconds Use caution when deep frying doughs such as beignets donuts dumplings hushpuppies and fritters These foods may develop air bubbles during heating which may burst and cause burns Use a slotted spoon or tongs rather than a fork when turning food during frying and also when removing food from oil Always remove plug from wall outlet and then from deep fryer when unit is not in use Fig B1 Fig B2 Always allow fryer to cool completely before removing any parts STORAGE POSITION LOCKED POSITION before removing oil and before cleaning Handle Basket Handle Assembly Storage Eee Your fryer will be shipped with the basket handle in the storage position Fig B1 When ready to use the basket simply lift the handle out of the basket Then gently squeeze the drain hooks Fig C keeping the pegs in the bracket Drain hooks holes and fit the handle bars in the brackets Fig D Handle b The handle is now in the locked position Fig B2 acae ana Caution To insure against accidental detachment of handle from basket during use always make sure both Fig C pegs are in the bracket holes and the handle bars are in aa the brackets Fig D To lock and unlock handle To unlock the basket handle for storage gently squeeze gently squeeze drain hooks the drain hooks Fig C keeping the pegs in the bracket holes and fold the handle into the basket
18. ly if cream cheese filling appears through the coating Place fried peppers on paper toweling Serve warm If desired serve with salsa Crispy Cheese Ball Bites 2 cups shredded Cheddar 1 teaspoon lemon juice cheese pound 1 tablespoon chopped pimiento cup crumbled blue cheese 1 tablespoon chopped chives 2 ounces 2 cup ground or finely chopped nuts 1 3 ounce package cream cheese 2 tablespoons cold water 2 tablespoons milk 2 11 ounce packages refrigerated 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce breadsticks or cornbread twists Bring cheese to room temperature Beat or process cheese milk Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice until well blended Stir in pimiento and chives Form into 40 small balls Roll in nuts cover and chill Open refrigerated breadsticks and unroll Cut dough in half horizontally to make 4 sections then cut each section into 5 pieces each made up of 4 short strips On a lightly floured surface use fingers to press and pull strip until it is about 2 inches wide and 5 inches long Cut in half Place cheese in center of half cover with other half then pull and pinch edges to seal You will make 20 squares from each package Cover and chill until ready to fry Deep fry at 375 for 2 to 3 minutes turning to brown all sides Remove from oil and drain on absorbent paper Makes 40 Crab Fritters Y green pepper finely 6 ounces frozen or canned crab meat chopped about 4 cup 1 teaspoon sherry 1 garlic clov
19. recommended times Caution It is normal for steam to escape from the cover vents during boiling and steaming To prevent steam burns keep hands and face away from the vents When cooking time has elapsed remove cover and then remove basket from fryer if the food was steamed If food was boiled lift the basket and hook it onto the fryer rim to allow food to drain Empty the food into serving bowls Season to taste When cooking is completed remove plug from wall outlet and then from deep fryer Allow fryer to cool completely before removing control assembly and before cleaning 10 Steaming and Boiling Chart VEGETABLE Asparagus Thin spears Thick spears Beans Whole or 1 inch pieces Broccoli Spears or Florets Brussels Sprouts 1 to 1 inch diameter Cabbage 2 inch wedge Carrots Whole 14 inch slices Baby cut Cauliflower Whole head Florets Corn on the cob Potatoes white Small 1 to 2 ounces each whole or Medium quartered Potatoes sweet inch slices Rutabaga 42 inch cubes Turnips inch cubes SHRIMP Fresh4 5 minutes Frozen CRAB LEGS Fresh Frozen Steaming is recommended to minimize nutrient loss Approximate Steaming and Boiling Time 3 4 minutes 4 5 minutes 7 8 minutes 5 7 minutes 9 11 minutes 15 20 minutes 18 22 minutes 6 7 minutes 11 14 minutes 18 20 minutes 7 9 minutes 10 15 minutes 13 15 minutes 17 19 minutes 15 20 minutes 15 20 minutes
20. rom pot Then slowly lower the filled basket into the preheated oil until the bottom of the basket rests on top of the heating element If frying french fries or other high moisture foods immediately remove cover after lowering basket into oil For crisper foods fry without the cover Note Check the oil level continuously while lowering basket that contains raw fries If it appears that the oil will bubble up to the rim of the removable pot raise the basket and allow the oil bubbles to subside and then slowly lower the basket again Repeat until the basket is completely lowered into the fryer Warning To prevent the risk of severe personal injury or property damage use caution when cooking with hot oil Begin timing Refer to page 6 for recommended times Caution It is normal for steam to escape from the cover vents during frying To prevent steam burns keep hands and face away from the vents When frying time has elapsed check that the food is golden brown Then lift the basket and hook it onto the fryer rim to allow oil to drain from food Empty the food onto absorbent paper Season to taste If frying additional food repeat steps 11 through 15 If signal light is on allow oil to reheat until signal light goes out When frying is completed remove plug from wall outlet and then from deep fryer Allow oil and fryer to cool completely before removing control assembly and before cleaning Helpful Hints for Deep Frying If unit fa
21. ry Before placing food in deep fryer always remove ice crystals and excess moisture from food by patting dry with toweling Never use the deep fryer without oil or with insufficient oil Failure to fill fryer with oil to the minimum MIN fill level will cause overheating and damage to the product Also never exceed the maximum fill level Using more than the maximum amount may cause the oil to boil over the top of the fryer The minimum MIN and maximum MAX fill levels are embossed inside the removable pot Fig Al page 2 Use vegetable oil for deep frying such as corn sunflower peanut or soybean Deep frying foods in olive oil is not recommended because it has a lower smoking temperature Do not use solid fat shortening butter margarine lard Solid fat will not melt uniformly and will cause severe smoking It may also cause the unit to overheat resulting in the reset button tripping In addition solid fat will solidify once it has cooled making it very difficult to remove or insert the control assembly Do not use cover while frying french fries and other high moisture foods Use caution when deep frying flour tortillas Flour tortillas contain air bubbles During deep frying oil can become trapped within these bubbles If not properly drained the bubbles can burst and cause burns Therefore after deep frying tortillas carefully raise them out of the cooking oil and allow oil to drain from the tortillas for approximate
22. spoons baking powder 4 tablespoons sugar Ys teaspoon salt 4 5 apples peeled cored sliced cup milk minus 1 tablespoon 4 inch thick 1 tablespoon brandy 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg 1 egg yolk 2 egg whites In medium bowl mix flour sugar baking powder and salt In a second bowl whisk milk brandy egg yolk and melted butter Gradually stir into dry ingredients until smooth Set aside Mix cinnamon and sugar Sprinkle over both sides of apple slices saving remainder to dust over finished fritters Sprinkle slices lightly with nutmeg In clean bowl beat egg whites until stiff but not dry Fold into reserved batter Dip several apple slices into batter to coat evenly letting excess drip off Carefully place 1 to 2 slices at a time into preheated oil Deep fry at 375 for 3 to 4 minutes turning once Drain on paper towels Sprinkle both sides with reserved cinnamon and sugar mixture Best served warm Quesadilla Crispers Y pound fresh sausage Y pound jalapefio jack cheese chorizo Italian etc 1 cup refried beans Y cup finely chopped onion 1 4 cup diced canned green o0 shredded 1 cup 7 inch flour tortillas tablespoon flour tablespoons cold water chilies drained Cook sausage in a skillet until done breaking it up as it cooks Combine sausage beans onion chilies and cheese in a separate bowl Makes about 1 2 cups Cut tortillas into quarters Place about 1 teaspoon of bean mixture in center
23. the basket more than 34 full for most foods For raw fries do not fill basket more than full If too much food is fried at the same time the food will not get crisp For crisper foods fry without the cover For breading or coating foods use commercial breading finely ground bread or cracker crumbs corn meal a mixture of corn meal and flour pancake mix or prepared bread mixes Foods that are battered may stick to the basket therefore you may wish to fry these types of foods without the basket If however you want to use the basket lower the basket into the oil before placing battered foods in the oil Coated or breaded foods can be fried with or without the basket When using the fryer without the basket a heat resistant scoop may be used to add and or remove foods Use only heat resistant utensils in the fryer as most plastic or rubber will become damaged from the hot oil Do not leave metal utensils in the fryer as they will become hot After each use strain oil through a filter or a double thickness of cheesecloth to remove the accumulated residue The number of times the cooking oil can be reused will depend on the food that is fried in it For example the oil will need to be replaced more often if fish or food coated with bread or cracker crumbs is fried frequently The longer oil is heated the more rapidly it deteriorates Avoid preheating longer than necessary and unplug the fryer once the last batch of food
24. ut of the brackets Continue squeezing to remove both pegs from the bracket holes After cleaning reattach handle making sure both pegs are in the bracket holes and the handle bars are in the brackets see Fig D page 3 Fold handle into basket for storage see Fig B1 page 3 Note Your fryer has a grease filter in the cover The filter does not need replacing 4 Before reassembling unit be sure all parts are completely dry see page 2 5 Always check the magnetic plug before use to assure metal items have not become attached to the magnet 6 Periodically check the screws on the base handles and feet Fig A1 to be sure they are secure Retighten if necessary with a standard 2 Phillips head screwdriver CAUTION Overtightening beyond the point they are secure can result in stripping of screws or cracking of handles and feet Consumer Service Information If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto appliance or need parts for your appliance contact us by any of these methods e Call 1 800 877 0441 weekdays 8 00 AM to 4 30 PM Central Time e Email us at our website www GoPresto com e Write NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES INC Consumer Service Department 3925 North Hastings Way Eau Claire WI 54703 3703 When contacting the Consumer Service Department please indicate the model number and the date code for the deep fryer These numbers can be found on the back of the control assembly Please record this in
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