Paula Deen PDPC26L Instruction Manual

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MODEL PDPC26L

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Page 1   PRESSURE COOKER INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL PDPC26L...
Page 2 Meet Paula Deen Culinary icon Paula Deen is a self-made entrepreneur who learned her savory secrets from her grandmother. She started her career in the food industry with a small catering company called The Bag Lady, but business quickly outgrew her home kitchen.
Page 3: What's Included
WHAT’S INCLUDED Pressure Cooker, Lid, Inner Pot, Power Cord, Rice Measuring Cup, Rice Spoon, Condensation Cup...
Page 4: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed as follows: • Read all the instructions. • Intended for household use only. • Do not use the appliance for anything other than intended use. • Do not operate this unit in the presence of explosives and/or ﬂammable fumes.
Page 5 • Once you have started the cooking cycle you can NOT remove the lid until all the pressure has been released. It is recommended that you follow the safe method for the pressure to release, which depends upon the contents or liquids inside. •...
Page 6 • Unplug the pressure cooker when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or taking off parts. • Make sure the unit is unplugged before moving the unit. • Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing oil or other hot liquids.
Page 7 that expand such as rice or dried vegetables, do not ﬁll the unit over the 1/2 mark on the inner pot. Over ﬁlling may cause a risk of clogging the exhaust pipe. • This unit cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in a scalding injury, make sure the unit is properly closed before operating.
Page 8: Parts Identification
PARTS IDENTIFICATION Condensation Cup Pressure Release Button Condensation Cup Condensation Cup Please note this does not come attached and will be located with the rice spoon and rice measuring cup. The condensation cup attaches to the outside of the pressure cooker (see photo to the right) to collect condensation while the unit is under pressure.
Page 9: Suggested Cooking Times
SUGGESTED COOKING TIMES INGREDIENT TIME Soup 30 minutes Rice 10 minutes Cake 30 minutes Yogurt 8 hours Poultry 20 minutes Meat 1 hour Beans 25 minutes Vegetables/Fish 5 minutes BEFORE FIRST USE 1. Remove all packaging materials. Please locate the power cord before throwing away packaging materials.
Page 10: Using The Appliance
USING THE APPLIANCE 1. Plug the cord in. Then plug the cord into a wall outlet. Note: If a time is not set the unit will go into keep warm. WARNING: Always plug the cord into the unit ﬁrst. Always unplug the cord from the wall outlet ﬁrst.
Page 11 4. Close the lid by lowering it onto the pressure cooker. With the arrow in the open position, grasp the lid handle and turn it counterclockwise until the arrow aligns with the close position on the unit. • WARNING: Never attempt to open the lid while pressure cooking.
Page 12 6. Turn the dial to the time speciﬁed for the recipe, the red heating light will illuminate. The countdown timer will start immediately. When pressure is reached the pressure light will illuminate. Note: During the initial cooking cycle it is normal for air to come out of the ﬂoat valve for 10 to 20 seconds.
Page 13 10. When you no longer hear steam escape out of the exhaust valve the lid will open freely. 11. Remove the lid by grasping the handle and twisting the lid clockwise to the open position. The lid will rest on slot by the condensation cup on the unit.
Page 14 CLEANING Clean after every use. 1. Before cleaning unplug the unit and allow to cool completely. 2. Wash inner pot, condensation cup and lid in hot water with dish liquid. Rinse and dry thoroughly. To clean the condensation cup, remove from the side of the unit, once cleaning is ﬁnished click the condensation back onto the side.
Page 15: Cooking Tips
COOKING TIPS • It is very important to have a liquid such as water, stock, juice, or wine in the pressure cooker in order to create steam. At least 1 to 2 cups are necessary to create adequate steam. Thicker sauces such as barbecue or tomato sauce will not create steam.
Page 16: Cooking Chart
COOKING CHART INGREDIENT INGREDIENT AMOUNT TIME LIQUID SUGGESTED (CUPS) (MINUTES) Vegetables Artichokes, trimmed 3 Medium Beans, Black 1 cup Beans, Navy 1 cup 2- 2 1/2 Beans, Pinto 1 cup Beans, Red Kidney 1 cup 3 1/2 Beans, String 1 lb. Beets 6 medium Cabbage Head,...
Page 17 INGREDIENT AMOUNT TIME LIQUID SUGGESTED (CUPS) (MINUTES) Chicken, legs Chicken, quartered 3 lbs. Chicken, whole 3 lbs. Chuck Roast 3 lbs. Corned Beef 3 lbs. Baby Back Ribs 2 slabs Lamb Shanks 2-3 lbs. Pork Chops (8-10oz. each) Short Ribs 3 lbs.
Page 18: Troubleshooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Reason Solution It is difﬁcult to close the The sealing ring is out of Place the sealing circle lid. place. properly. The ﬂoat valve is stuck in Push the rod in place. the push rod. It is difﬁcult to open the After releasing, the ﬂoat Press the ﬂoat valve lid.
Page 19 RECIPES Hard Boiled Eggs Serves 10 Essential for deviled eggs, Easter eggs, egg salad, Cobb salad, the list goes on… The pressure cooker prepares eggs perfectly every time without overcooking. 10 eggs 2 ½ cups water Place eggs in pressure cooker, pour in water; secure lid. Set the pressure cooker dial to 7 minutes.
Page 20 The Lady’s Cheesy Mac Serves 6-8 4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 4 cups chicken stock 2 cups milk 4 cups grated cheddar cheese 5 eggs, beaten 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 4 tablespoons butter Add macaroni and stock to pressure cooker. Secure lid and set dial to 8 minutes.
Page 21 Perfect Brown Rice Serves 8 4 cups Brown Rice Rinsed and drained 8 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (optional) Place all the ingredients to pressure cooker stir and secure lid. Set the dial on the pressure cooker to 20 minutes. When cooking is complete and pressure is fully released, use caution opening lid.
Page 22 Old Fashioned Beef Stew Serves 6 to 8 2 pounds stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 cup beef stock 1 medium onion, diced 2 sprigs thyme 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons red wine 1 pound small red potatoes, peeled and quartered 2 celery stalks, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 large Carrots peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces...
Page 23 Hearty Chili Serves 4 2-pounds ground beef ½-pound hot Italian sausage, remove casings 2 medium onions, ﬁnely chopped 2 red bell peppers, chopped 4 cloves garlic, ﬁnely chopped 3 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 (24-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 1 (24-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice...
Page 24 BBQ Chicken Serves 4-6 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces ½ cup chicken stock 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 medium onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons cider vinegar ¼...
Page 25 2 cups all-purpose ﬂour, plus extra for dusting 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup ice water Add chicken, celery, onion, bay leaf chicken stock and Paula Deen House Seasoning. Secure lid and set dial to 20 minutes. When cook time is complete, and pressure is fully released, carefully open lid.
Page 26 Beef Short Ribs Serves 6 to 8 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 to 6 pounds beef short ribs, cut into individual ribs 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 3 medium onions, chopped 4 large garlic cloves, minced 1 cup dry red wine 1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes with juice 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoon rosemary leaves, chopped...
Page 27 Braised Brisket Serves 8 1 - 3 ½ pound beef brisket, trimmed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 large Vidalia onions, thinly sliced 2 cups dry red wine 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped 2 bay leaves 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons all-purpose ﬂour Sprinkle brisket all over with salt and pepper.
Page 28: Limited One-Year Warranty
Also include a brief description of the problem you are experiencing and a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase in order to validate warranty status. MODEL PDPC26L...