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Care, Cleaning
& Storage
Before cleaning, ensure the power is switched
off and then remove the power plug from the
power outlet.
Allow your pie maker to cool before cleaning,
however, the pie maker is easier to clean when
the cooking plates are still slightly warm.
Always clean your pie maker after each use to
prevent a build-up of baked-on foods and fats.
Wipe cooking plates with a soft, damp cloth to
remove food residue. Do not place any part of
the pie maker in the dishwasher.
TIP – Use a wet pastry brush (see Fig. 1) to help
clean food stuck in between the cooking wells.
Fig. 1
WARNING
Do not immerse any part of the pie maker
or the power cord in water or any
other liquid.
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PFOA-FREE NON-STICK COATING
Cooking on a non-stick surface minimises the
need for oil as food does not stick and cleaning
is easier.
Any discolouration that may occur will only
detract from the appearance of the pie maker
and will not affect the cooking performance.
When cleaning the non-stick cooking
plates, do not use metal (or other abrasive)
scourers. Wipe with a soft damp cloth and dry
thoroughly.
NOTE
Exposure to cooking oils and cleaning
chemicals may cause colour fading and
discolouration to the pie maker. If the pie
maker is exposed to oils or chemicals, turn off
and unplug the pie maker, allow to cool and
use a soft damp cloth to clean the surface of the
pie maker. Dry thoroughly before use.
NOTE
The cooking plates, hinges and overflow moat
are coated with a non-stick surface, do not
use abrasives to clean.
STORAGE
To store your pie maker:
1. Ensure the power is off and then unplug
power cord from the power outlet.
2. Allow the pie maker to fully cool and clean
as per instructions.
3. Wrap the power cord in the cord wrap area
below the pie maker.
4. Store on a flat, dry level surface. Do not
place anything on top of the pie maker.
WARNING
The handle is designed for opening and
closing the pie maker during cooking. It should
not be used for moving or carrying the
pie maker.
When moving the pie maker, allow the unit to
fully cool down and carry by lifting from
both sides.
Recipes
Classic beef mince pies
Makes 12 pies
Preparation time
30 minutes
Cooking time
1 hour 15 minutes
Pie cooking time
14 minutes
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
500g lean beef mince
½ onion, fine dice
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tbsp. tomato paste
¹ /
cup red wine
³
2 cups beef stock
2 pinches of mixed herbs
Pinch ground white pepper
½ tsp. salt
1 tsp. vegemite
¼ cup gravy powder
2 tbsp. corn flour
3 tbsp. water
2 sheets of short crust pastry
2 sheets of puff pastry
1. Heat a large, heavy based pot on a medium heat.
2. Add the vegetable oil, onion and garlic and sauté
until transparent.
3. Add beef mince and stir until the beef is
browned well.
4. Add the tomato paste, stir through and then
deglaze with the red wine.
5. Add the beef stock, herbs, pepper, salt and
vegemite. Stir to combine – making sure the
vegemite is not in a lump.
6. Place the lid on the pot and reduce the heat to
low and allow to cook for 1 hour on a very low
simmer.
7. Remove the lid and increase to a medium heat.
8. In a separate small bowl combine the gravy
powder, corn flour and 3 tbsp. water and stir to
make a slurry.
9. Stir the slurry into the beef whilst hot, until the
mixture thickens. Remove the pot from the heat
and allow to cool, if not using immediately.
TIP – the pie filling can be made up to 2 days in
advance, if cooled to room temperature and kept
in the fridge until required.
10. Pre-heat the pie maker (optional).
11. Lay one sheet of short crust pastry on the
bottom plate of the pie maker.
12. Using a ¼ measuring cup – fill each pie well with
¼ cup of filling.
13. Lay 1 sheet of puff pastry on the top.
14. Close the lid . Adjust the timer to 7 minutes.
Press START/CANCEL to begin cooking.
15. When the timer is finished, carefully remove the
pies and snap to be individual. Repeat the pie
assembly process to use the remainder of the pie
filling and pastry.
TIP – to make just 4 pies – Place one piece of
short crust pastry on the bottom plate only,
resting over the front 4 pie wells. Fill the 4 pie
wells with the filling and fold the other half of the
pastry over the top. Close the lid. Set the timer
and allow the pies to cook as usual.
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