Cuisinart Soup Maker
Cuisinart Soup Maker
Cuisinart Soup Maker
recipe ideas
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Soup Maker Hints and Tips 4
Starters
artichoke crostini topped with goats cheese
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spiced apple chutney 9
thai fish cakes 10
tomato & chilli compote 11
Soups
broccoli & stilton soup 22
butternut squash soup 23
carrot & coriander soup 24
chicken miso soup with spinach & noodles
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creamy chicken & thyme soup
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leek & potato soup 27
minestrone soup 28
parsnip & apple soup with honey
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pea & ham soup 30
prawn tom yam soup 31
quick & easy scotch broth
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smoked haddock chowder 33
sweet potato & red pepper soup
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smokey bacon & red lentil soup
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tomato & basil soup 36
thai style coconut broth with tiger prawns
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wild mushroom soup with crme frache
& chive drizzle 38
Main Courses
Desserts
walnut & maple syrup tart 60
strawberry & elderflower fool 61
vanilla panna cotta with berry compote
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brioche bread & butter pudding
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berry & lime granita 64
Drinks
real hot chocolate 68
vanilla chai latte 69
mojito 70
Conversion Chart 71
soup maker
For best results prepare all ingredients before starting the cooking process as the cooking cycle is
very quick.
If you prefer texture to be left in your recipe, use the pulse function on the dial in short bursts. Like
the blend function, the pulse cannot be used during the cooking process, so turn the heat off before
pulsing.
If your stock is made with warm/boiling water this will decrease the total time required to cook your
soup.
The Soup Maker comes with 3 temperature settings;
- Low is suitable for all browning, frying, sauting and cooking most foods.
- High is suitable for bringing liquids to boil or for cooking with a very high heat.
- Simmer is for simmering soups and sauces until the vegetables are tender and ready for
blending.
The low setting can also be used for delicate foods that require lower temperatures for cooking,
melting cheese or warming cream that has been added to the end of a recipe.
The timer can be increased or decreased throughout the cooking process.
When cooking in your Soup Maker, the timer must be set to at least 1 minute.
If the timer runs down to zero during cooking, a beep will sound. If your recipe requires further
cooking, simply put the timer back on, reset the temperature and keep cooking.
When blending cold ingredients or crushing ice, level 3 or 4 will give you optimum results.
If you have used the Soup Maker to cook and blend hot ingredients, allow the jar to come back to
room temperature before blending very cold ingredients, which also applies in reverse, rinse a cold
jar with warm water before adding hot ingredients. This will avoid damage to the glass jar.
Never overfill the Soup Maker, these recipes are a guide, as vegetable sizes vary, always ensure the
maximum capacity marked on the jar is not exceeded.
For more recipe inspiration visit our website www.cuisinart.co.uk or our Facebook page Cuisinart
UK.
For full care and use instructions, please see the instruction manual which comes with your Soup
Maker.
To prevent sticking we recommend the use of a knob of butter and 1 tbsp of oil when sauting onions
and garlic. For a lower calorie option use 1 tbsp water and 1 tbsp oil.
Use the stir function throughout the cooking process, this will prevent foods from sticking to the base
of the Soup Maker and will ensure even cooking without chopping up the ingredients too much.
When cooking in the Soup Maker, always ensure the lid is left on the glass jar. To add ingredients,
remove the measuring cup from the lid and allow built up steam to be released first, to avoid scalding.
Always add ingredients with care during the cooking cycle.
The Soup Maker can either heat and stir, or blend. It cannot blend whilst the heater is in use, this is
a safety feature. If you wish to blend during the cooking cycle, turn the timer off, this will de-activate
the heater and then you will be able to blend.
When blending hot ingredients, level 1 or 2 is all that is required to get a smooth liquid.
starters
artichoke crostini
topped with goats cheese
Serves 4-6
Preparation time 5 minutes
280g jar roasted artichokes in olive oil, drained, reserving the oil
25g fresh flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
To Serve:
small baguette, thinly sliced
50g firm goats cheese, thinly sliced
1. Place the artichokes, parsley and garlic in the Soup Maker together with
about of the reserved oil from the artichokes. Add seasoning to taste.
Blend on level 4 until the mixture is smooth.
2.Brush the slices of bread with the remaining olive oil and lightly toast on
both sides under a hot grill.
Note:
This recipe uses ready roasted artichokes sold in jars with olive oil. They are
readily available in most supermarkets.
Serving suggestion:
Add a slice of goats cheese to the warm baguettes and top with the artichoke
mixture.
Serves 4-6
Preparation time 5 minutes (plus chilling time)
Cooking time 12-15 minutes
4 shallots, peeled and quartered (or use bunch salad onions, trimmed
and roughly chopped)
3cm piece fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
Handful fresh coriander, including the stalks
1 red chilli deseeded
550g firm white fish, such as cod, coley or pollack cut into small cubes
2 tbsp light soy sauce
1 egg white
2 tbsp plain flour
Zest and juice 1 lime
2-3 tbsp rapeseed oil to fry the fish cakes
1. Place the shallots, ginger, garlic, coriander and chilli in the Soup Maker and
Pulse until everything is roughly chopped.
2. Add the fish and soy and Blend again on level 3 until well combined but not
completely smooth.
3. Add the egg white, flour and the lime zest and juice and use the stir function
to combine but without breaking down the texture.
4. Heat a little oil in a non-stick frying pan, shape your fish cakes to the desired
size and cook in batches. Cook for 3 minutes on each side or until golden
and cooked through.
Serving suggestion:
Add a side of sweet chilli dipping sauce.
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dips &
dressing
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This beautiful vibrant green dip is packed with flavour and makes
a great alternative to traditional hummus made with chickpeas.
When fresh broad beans are not available use frozen baby broad
beans.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 5 minutes
300g broad beans, shelled (or use frozen baby broad beans)
2 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped
100ml extra virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, peeled and roughly chopped
Juice 1 lemon
1. Cook the broad beans in a little boiling water in the Soup Maker for 4-5
minutes on Low. Drain the beans through a sieve and refresh in cold water.
2. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker and Blend until smooth on level
2.
3. S
tore in the fridge in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Tip:
If using fresh broad beans you can double pod the beans, removing not only
the outer shell but also the grey thin inner shell on the beans, which
results in a smoother texture.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with tortilla chips or toasted pitta bread.
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indonesian style
chilli & peanut dressing
Serves 4
Preparation time 5 minutes
2 tbsp Kecap Manis (Indonesian sweet soy sauce)
1 tbsp sherry vinegar
1 red chilli, deseeded and roughly chopped
100g unsalted peanuts
50ml rapeseed oil
50ml cold water
1. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker and Blend on level 4 until
smooth.
2. K
eep the dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
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walnut pesto
A great alternative to the classic basil pesto, perfect stirred into
hot cooked pasta or with some cooked fish or chicken.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
150g walnut halves
200ml extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Large handful fresh basil leaves
50g Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
Juice and zest 2 lemons
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1.Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker together with the seasoning
and Blend on level 4 until smooth.
2. S
tore in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
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soups
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Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 20 minutes
25g butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, roughly chopped
1 leek, green head removed, chopped
350g broccoli, cut into small florets
1 small potato, peeled and roughly chopped
700ml chicken stock
4 tbsp double cream
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
125g stilton, rind removed, crumbled
1. Place the butter and olive oil in the Soup Maker. Set the timer to 20 minutes
and melt on the Low heat. After 30 seconds, add the onion and leek and
cook until softened. Stir regularly using the stir function.
2. Add the broccoli, potato and stock, bring to a vigorous boil on High and
leave for 2 minutes then set the Soup Maker to Simmer until the end of the
cycle or the broccoli is cooked.
3. Once cooked Blend on level 2 until smooth.
4. Add the double cream, season well and finally add the cheese, stir until just
melted, do not allow to boil.
5. P
our the soup between 4 bowls and serve.
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Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes
1 knob of butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 clove of garlic, crushed
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, sliced
400g butternut squash cubed
600ml chicken stock
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add butter and the olive oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion
and garlic, leave for 60 90 seconds until steaming using the stir button
2 or 3 times.
3. Add the carrot and celery, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.
4. Remove the lid and add the butternut squash and stock. Replace the lid
and bring to a vigorous boil on High, hold the boil for 2 minutes and then
set the Soup Maker to Simmer for the remainder of the cycle. Use the stir
button once or twice to ensure even cooking.
5. Add seasoning to taste and Blend on setting 2.
Serving suggestions:
For a thicker soup add 1 or 2 chopped medium potatoes and decrease the
volume of stock so that the liquid level remains at the 1400ml mark. For a
spicier soup add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
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This is a classic, rich and creamy soup. For best results, use
good quality ingredients, organic carrots and a home made
stock to give a fuller richer flavour.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 15-20 minutes
25g butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely sliced
400g carrots, sliced
1 tsp ground coriander
700ml chicken stock
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
350g fresh chicken (or use duck breast fillets) sliced thinly
3 sachets Japanese Miso paste
3cm piece fresh root ginger, peeled and finely chopped
700ml chicken stock
1 bunch salad onions, trimmed and finely chopped
2 x 150g packs ready cooked fine thread egg noodles
100g baby spinach, washed
To Serve:
75ml greek-style yogurt or crme frache
2 tbsp freshly chopped coriander
1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the butter and oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion, leave
for 60 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button 2 or 3 times.
3. Add the carrots, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.
4. Add the ground coriander, Stir using the Stir button and cook for a further
minute.
5. Switch the Soup Maker to High, pour in the stock and season. Bring to a
vigorous boil, hold for 2 minutes and then switch to Simmer until the end of
the cycle or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Blend on level 2 until smooth. Stir in the yogurt and reheat on Low, do not
allow to boil.
7. P
our the soup into 4 serving bowls, sprinkle with coriander and serve.
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1. Set the Soup Maker to 20 minutes on Simmer. Place the chicken, miso,
ginger, stock and onions in the glass jar. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes.
2. Add the noodles and continue cooking for a further 3-4 minutes at the
same heat setting. Stir in the spinach, cook for a final 1-2 minutes until the
cycle is complete.
3. Serve immediately.
Serving suggestion:
For a little extra seasoning serve with soy sauce.
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This is a rich and creamy soup. For best results, use good quality
ingredients and a home made stock for a fuller richer flavour.
Not to be beaten, Leek and Potato soup is a staple that will fill
you up and make you feel warm on the inside.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 27 minutes
1 knob of butter
1 tbsp groundnut oil
100g free range chicken breast thinly sliced
1 large onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 leek, trimmed and chopped
2 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
1 medium potato
700ml chicken stock (preferably made from a chicken carcass
for best flavour)
3 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
100ml double cream
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1. S
et the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the groundnut oil and butter to heat and immediately follow with the
chicken, heat for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, then add
the onion and garlic, leave for 60 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir
button intermittently.
3. A
dd the leek and carrots, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.
4. Add the potato, stock and thyme and season. Cover, set to High and bring
to a vigorous boil. Switch to Simmer and leave until the end of the cycle.
5.
Blend on level 2 until smooth, then stir in the cream and check the
seasoning.
6. Heat on Low for 1-2 minutes.
1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 27 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the olive oil and butter to heat and immediately follow with the onion
and garlic, leave for 60 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button
2 or 3 times.
3. Add the sliced leeks, cover and sweat for 2 minutes.
4. Remove the lid and add the potatoes and stock mixture. Switch the Soup
Maker to High. Replace the lid and bring to a vigorous boil, hold the boil
for 2 minutes and then set the Soup Maker to Simmer for the remainder
of the cycle. Use the Stir button once or twice to ensure everything cooks
evenly.
5. Add seasoning to taste and Blend on level 2.
6. Finally add the double cream and Blend on level 2 until combined.
Tip: For a healthier twist replace the double cream with crme frache.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with some warm crusty bread.
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minestrone soup
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 30-40 minutes
1 tbsp olive oil
125g smoked bacon lardons
1 onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 stick celery, cleaned and finely chopped
2 tbsp tomato pure
400g can chopped tomatoes
500ml vegetable or chicken stock
75g fresh spaghetti, cut into small lengths
50g green beans, halved
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
To Serve:
Grated Parmigiano Reggiano
1. Heat half the oil in the base of the Soup Maker on Low. Add the bacon and
cook for 2-3 minutes until just crispy. Remove from the Soup Maker and set
aside.
2. Set the Soup Maker to 30 minutes on Low. Add the remaining oil and cook
the onion, garlic, carrot and celery for 3-4 minutes or until starting to soften,
stirring occasionally using the Stir button.
3. Add the tomato pure, tomatoes and stock together with the seasoning.
Increase the heat setting to High and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat
to Simmer and cook to the end of the cycle or until the vegetables are all
tender. Use the Pulse setting instead of Blend to maintain a chunkier soup.
4.Set the Soup Maker to 4 minutes on Simmer and add the spaghetti and
beans cook until tender. Stir in the crispy bacon.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 26 minutes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped into small dices
2 dessert apples, peeled cored and chopped into small
dices
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tbsp clear honey
2 pinches dried thyme
650ml chicken or vegetable stock
1.Set the time on the Soup Maker to 26 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the olive oil to heat and immediately follow with the
onion, leave for 60 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button
intermittently.
3. Add the parsnips, apples, honey and thyme together with the seasoning
and cook for a further 3-4 minutes, using the Stir button until everything is
coated in honey.
4. Add the stock, set the Soup Maker to High and bring the contents to a
vigorous boil for 2 minutes. Switch to Simmer, cover and cook until the
end of the cycle or the parsnips are tender.
5. Switch off the heat and Blend on level 2 until silky and completely smooth.
Check the seasoning and serve immediately.
Serve the soup in bowls topped with some grated Parmiggiano together with
croutons or some crusty bread.
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Serves 4
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 20-25 minutes
1
tbsp olive oil
2
00g pack chopped pancetta or bacon lardons
1
onion, roughly chopped
1
leek, cleaned and roughly chopped
2
cloves garlic, crushed
5
00g frozen peas
7
00ml chicken stock
1
tsp dried thyme
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1. Set the Soup Maker to 25 minutes on Low. Add the oil and in 30 seconds
add the bacon and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the onion and leek and saut
for 4-5 minutes to soften.
2. Set the Soup Maker to High and add the garlic, peas, stock and thyme
and bring to the boil. Add seasoning to taste. Switch to Simmer for the
remainder of cooking time.
3. Turn off the heat and Blend on level 2 until smooth. Check the seasoning
before serving.
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Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 6-8 minutes
700ml chicken stock
1 tbsp tom yam paste
1 bunch spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped
1 stick lemon grass, inner leaves only, finely chopped
Juice 1 lime
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tsp sugar
150g mushrooms, sliced thinly
250g cooked peeled prawns
Handful fresh coriander, finely chopped
1. Place all the ingredients except the prawns and coriander in the Soup
Maker; cover and cook on Simmer for 4-5 minutes, using the Stir button
occasionally.
2. Add the prawns and cook for a further 2-3 minutes on Simmer until they
are heated through without becoming tough.
3. Serve in small bowls with the coriander scattered over.
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This rich but healthy dish is low fat and rich in omega 3, served
with crusty bread, it is hearty enough for a main meal.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 40-50 minutes
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 20-30 minutes
1
tbsp vegetable oil
1
onion, roughly chopped
2
small turnips, peeled and chopped
2
carrots, peeled and chopped
1
leek, cleaned and chopped
1
00g pearl barley, washed
7
00ml good quality lamb or mutton stock
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0g kale or winter greens, washed and finely shredded
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ea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
25g butter
1 small leek, sliced
1 onion, roughly chopped
400ml whole milk
200ml fish stock
400g floury potatoes, peeled and diced
150g sweetcorn
500g smoked haddock fillets, skin removed and broken into pieces
4 tbsp double cream (optional)
2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 30 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the oil to heat and immediately follow with the onion, leave for 60 90
seconds until steaming using the Stir button intermittently.
3. Add the turnips, carrots and leek and cook for a further 4-5 minutes, stirring
occasionally.
4. Add the pearl barley, stock and seasoning. Cover and set the Soup Maker
to High. Bring to a vigorous boil for 1 minute and then reduce the setting
to Simmer. Leave until 2 minutes before the end of the cycle and check
the pearl barley. If it is soft add the seasoning and kale and Stir. If the pearl
barley is not soft add another 10 minutes to the cycle. At 4 minutes before
the end add the seasoning and kale and cook on Simmer for a further 2-4
minutes until the kale is just tender.
5. B
lend on level 1 to begin with, then level 2 to finish.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with some toasted Cheddar cheese sandwiches.
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1. Set the time on the Soup Maker to 15 minutes and set to Low.
2. Add the butter to heat and immediately follow with the leek and onion,
leave for 60 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button intermittently.
3. Add the milk, stock and potato and switch to High. Bring to a vigorous boil
then switch to Simmer for the remainder of the cycle.
4. Add the sweetcorn and Stir.
5. Add the haddock and set the timer for a further 15 minutes, and the
temperature to Simmer. Check the haddock at 10 minutes, leave until it is
cooked through.
6. Blend on level 1 or 2.
7. Add the cream and season to taste, heat through and then serve sprinkled
with parsley and a side of fresh crusty bread.
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Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25-30 minutes
Serves 4
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 30 minutes
1. Set the Soup Maker to 30 minutes on Low. Heat the oil in the base and add
the bacon and cook for 2-3 minutes until just crispy.
2. Add the onion and carrots and saut for 7-8 minutes on Low until the
vegetables soften.
3. Add the stock, lentils and some seasoning and set to High until the soup
reaches a vigorous boil. Set the Soup Maker to Simmer for the remainder
of the cooking cycle. If the lentils are not soft add another 5 to 10 minutes
on Simmer.
4. Blend the soup to a smooth consistency on level 2. Stir in the parsley and
check the seasoning.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with some rustic croutons scattered over.
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Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 25 minutes
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 10-15 minutes
1. S
et the time on the Soup Maker to 25 minutes and turn on Low.
2. Add the oil and butter to heat and immediately follow with the onion and
garlic, leave for 60 90 seconds until steaming using the Stir button
intermittently.
3. Add the tomatoes and stir.
4.Add the stock and tomato pure, bring to the boil on High and then switch
to Simmer, Stiring occasionally. Add the basil, Stir and then Blend the soup
on level 1 until smooth.
5. S
tir in the cream and heat through on Low, do not allow to boil.
6. Pour the soup between 4 bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve
with fresh crusty bread.
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main
courses
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 5 minutes for the sauce plus 20-25 minutes for the finished dish
4 chicken breasts, skinned
1tbsp vegetable oil
1 serving tikka masala sauce (page 56)
5 tbsp cream or yoghurt
1 handful coriander
50g crushed cashew nuts
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ea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1. P
repare the tikka masala sauce as per the instructions on page 56.
2. R
oughly chop the chicken breasts and heat in a pan with a little vegetable
oil for 2-3 minutes until starting to brown.
3. Add the tikka masala sauce from the Soup Maker and Simmer for 20
minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
4. Stir in the cream or yogurt and a handful of fresh chopped coriander and
warm through gently for 1-2 minutes.
5. Check the seasoning and serve the curry topped with the cashew nuts
together with some pilau rice and naan bread.
Tip: When cooking with natural yogurt, use goats milk yogurt as unlike cows
milk based yogurt it wont separate.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 5 minutes plus 30-40 minutes for the finished dish
1 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 onion, peeled and diced
1 red chilli, cored, seeded and
chopped
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp tomato pure
1 tsp dried oregano
1. Set the timer to 5 minutes and turn the Soup Maker to Simmer. Heat the oil
in the base then add the garlic, onion and chilli and saut for 1-2 minutes
until the onion is starting to soften.
2. Add the cumin seeds and paprika and saut for 30 seconds then the
tomato pure for another 30 seconds (this makes the flavour more mellow
and rounded). Stir using the Stir button.
3. Add the oregano and tomatoes together with the cocoa powder and then
cook for a further 1-2 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and Blend on level 1 until smooth. Add the bay leaf, beef
stock and seasoning, Blend again briefly to combine.
5. Dry fry the mince in a saucepan over medium heat until starting to brown
and break down. Add the chilli sauce from the Soup Maker and bring
to the boil, reduce the heat and Simmer for 30-40 minutes, adding the
kidney beans about 15 minutes before the end of the cooking time
Serving suggestion:
Top with a spoonful of crme frache, some grated cheddar cheese and corn
tortillas or rice.
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Serves 4
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 10-15 minutes
450g pork fillet, sliced
2 tbsp seasoned flour
1 tbsp olive oil
Zest and juice 1 lemon
Creamy white wine and tarragon sauce (see page 54)
1. T
oss the sliced pork fillet in the seasoned flour. In a pre-warmed frying
pan heat the oil and saut for 2-3 minutes turning regularly until starting to
brown a little.
2. Add the sauce from the Soup Maker together with the lemon juice and zest
and cook for 10-12 minutes until the pork is thoroughly cooked.
Serving suggestion:
Add to a mixture of wild and white rice.
Serves 4
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 5 minutes plus 1 hours for the finished dish
Rogan josh paste (see page 54)
1 tbsp olive oil
500g diced lamb neck fillet
100ml chicken stock
200ml coconut cream
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1.Heat the olive oil in a pan and saut the lamb until it starts to brown. Add
the rogan josh paste, together with chicken stock, coconut cream and
seasoning. Bring to the boil, then cover and reduce the heat.
2. Either simmer on the hob on the lowest heat or in a medium oven for about
1-1/4 hours until the lamb is tender.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with rice and naan bread.
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Serves 2
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 25-30 minutes
1 tbsp groundnut oil
2 whole chicken breasts, diced into bite sized pieces
1
00g green thai curry paste (see recipe on page 55)
400ml can coconut milk
1 tbsp light brown soft sugar
tsp fish sauce
1. Place the oil in a saucepan and saut the chicken for 4-5 minutes until
starting to turn golden.
2. A
dd the curry paste and cook for a further 4-5 minutes stirring all the time.
3. A
dd the coconut milk, sugar, fish sauce and bring to a gentle simmer.
4. C
ook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with jasmine rice to soak up the juices.
Serves 2
Preparation time 5 minutes
Cooking time 20 minutes
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
2 tbsp tomato pure
150ml white wine
400g can chopped tomatoes
Pinch chilli flakes
400g mixed seafood, such as prawns, mussels, squid rings
1. Set the timer to 10 minutes, place the oil in the base of the Soup Maker
and heat on Low. Immediately add the garlic and onion and saut for 1-2
minutes until the onion is starting to soften.
2. Add the tomato pure and cook for 30 seconds stirring all the time using
the Stir button. Add the wine and allow to reduce for 1 minute.
3. Add the tomatoes, chilli flakes and cook covered for 5-6 minutes using the
Stir button to mix occasionally.
4. Blend on level 1 to make a smooth sauce.
5. Add the seafood and cook gently on Low for 10 minutes until the seafood
is just cooked through without being rubbery.
Serving suggestion:
Serve with spaghetti and scatter with parsley and cracked black pepper.
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sauces &
pastes
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barbecue sauce
1. Set the timer to 25 minutes on Low. Add the oil in the base of the Soup
Maker, then saut the onion and garlic until starting to soften.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and increase the heat to High to bring to the
boil.
3. R
educe the heat again and Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sauce
has reduced and become thick and syrupy. Cool and store in an airtight
container in the fridge for 4-5 days.
1. Set the timer to 4 minutes, and heat the oil in the base of the Soup Maker
on Simmer and saut the onion for 1-2 minutes until starting to soften.
2. Add the wine and lemon juice, and continue cooking for another 1 minute
to reduce a little.
3. Add the stock, tarragon, crme frache and mustard and continue cooking
for another 1 minute stirring occasionally using the Stir button.
4. Blend on level 1 until smooth, season to taste.
Tips: If using with spare ribs, coat the ribs generously in the sauce and
marinate for 3-4 hours in the fridge.
Cook the ribs either in a hot oven for about an hour or on the barbecue.
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hollandaise sauce
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This vibrant spicy paste makes the perfect base for a green thai
curry. It will keep in the fridge for up to a week. You can make it
more or less spicy if you prefer by adding or removing chillies.
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1. Set the time to 27 minutes, heat the oil in the base of the Soup Maker on
Low. Add the onion and garlic and fry until softened.
2. Add the carrot and tomato pure and continue cooking for another 1-2
minutes stirring all the time using the Stir button.
3. Add the tomatoes, basil, sugar and seasoning. Simmer for 20-25 minutes
using the Low heat setting.
4. Turn off the heat and Blend the sauce in the Soup Maker on level 1 until
smooth. Check the seasoning.
Serving suggestions:
Fry a little pancetta or bacon lardons in a frying pan and add the tomato
sauce, serve with cooked pasta and Parmigiano Reggiano shavings.
For Bolognese sauce, fry off steak mince until lightly browned then add the
tomato sauce and simmer in a saucepan for 20-30 minutes until the meat
is thoroughly cooked.
Wrap chicken breasts in Parma ham and pour a little tomato sauce over.
Bake in the oven at 200C for 20 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly
cooked.
Add king prawns to the hot tomato sauce and cook for a few minutes in the
Soup Maker until the prawns are thoroughly cooked. Stir through cooked
linguine pasta, top with lots of cracked black pepper and a few basil leaves.
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desserts
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Serves 6
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 5 minutes plus 2-3 hours setting time
Berry Compote
2
00g each of strawberries,
raspberries and blueberries
25g icing sugar
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Panna Cotta
4 leaves fine leaf gelatine
600ml pot double cream
200ml skimmed milk
125g caster sugar
1 vanilla pod, halved, scrape and
save the vanilla beans and discard
the pods
Serves 4-6
Preparation time 10 minutes
Cooking time 30-35 minutes
2 egg yolks
50g caster sugar
300ml whole milk
tsp vanilla extract
200g brioche loaf, sliced thinly and cut into triangles
25g raisins
2 tbsp demerara sugar
1. Make the fruit compote by placing the fruit in the Soup Maker with the icing
sugar. Turn the heat on to Simmer, and heat gently for 2-3 minutes until
the berries are starting to burst. Turn off the heat and Blend on level 1 until
smooth. If you prefer, sieve the compote, otherwise tip into a serving bowl
and put to one side until ready to serve. Rinse out the Soup Maker.
2. Make the panna cotta by first soaking the gelatine in cold water for 5
minutes until it has softened.
3. Place the cream, milk, sugar and vanilla beans in the clean Soup Maker,
set the timer to 2 minutes and heat on Low, stirring intermittently until the
sugar has dissolved.
4. Squeeze the water out of the gelatine one leaf at a time. Stir each one into
the warm cream mixture, Blending on level 1 between each addition.
5. P
repare the moulds for the panna cotta by rinsing 6 x 200ml metal pudding
moulds with cold water, leaving them wet. Pour the cream mixture into the
moulds and cool before chilling in the fridge for 2-3 hours.
6. S
erve the panna cotta with some of the berry compote spooned over.
Tip: To remove the panna cotta, dip each one in a bowl of boiling water very
briefly before tipping onto the serving plates.
Tip: If you want to make this a chocolate version then simply add 50g grated
good quality cooking chocolate into the milk before gently heating it in the
Soup Maker to allow the chocolate to melt.
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This is the real deal; hot chocolate does not get any better than
this!
Chai (spiced tea) latte is a milk aromatic drink packed with flavour,
try varying the spices to suit your own taste.
Serves 3 - 4
Preparation time 5 minutes
Serves 2
Preparation time 5 minutes
800ml milk
4 tsp cocoa powder
200g milk or dark chocolate, broken into small pieces
To Serve:
Mini marshmallows
Whipped cream
1. Place the milk and cocoa in the Soup Maker. Set the timer for 4-5minutes
and heat on Simmer.
2. Once up to simmering point Blend on Level 1, remove the measuring jug
from the top of the lid and gradually add the choclate.
3. Ensure all ingredients are combined then serve in mugs with whipped
cream and marshmallows on top.
1. Place all the ingredients in the Soup Maker. Set the time to 4 minutes and
heat on Simmer for 3-4 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the chai to
infuse for 1-2 minutes before serving.
2. Strain the milk through a sieve and serve in teacups.
Tip: Keeping the hot chocolate warm in the Soup Maker on the Low setting
makes it perfect for Bonfire night or childrens parties.
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mojito
Perfect quick and easy cocktail to impress friends and family
Serves 4
Preparation time approx 5 minutes
Ice
8tsp sugar syrup or brown sugar
200ml white or silver rum
Soda water
Small handful of mint leaves
1. F
ill the Soup Maker jar with ice up to the 800ml line.
2. A
dd the juice of the limes, sugar syrup/sugar, rum and mint. Top with soda
water, enough to cover the ice.
3. Blend on Speed 4 until all ice is crushed.
4. Pour into 4 glasses, top with soda water if necessary and garnish with
mint.
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VOLUME
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Metric
55 ml
75 ml
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570 ml
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Oven Temperatures
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