Sunbeam 08EM1 - Manual (Page 31)

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This recipe is ideal for using
the Dual Cycle Mode. This recipe is ideal for
using the Auto Cook Mode.
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This recipe is ideal for using
the Dual Cycle Mode. This recipe is ideal for
using the Auto Cook Mode.
Main Courses
Vegetarian:
Mushroom Barley Stew
1 / 2 pound of pearl barley, rinsed and checked over
1 10-ounce package of fresh mushrooms, such as Crimini, rinsed
and thinly sliced
1 cup dried mushrooms, Porcini if possible, soaked to cover in warm water to
soften, liquid reserved
2 carrots, peeled and cut into
1 / 4 -inch dices
2 celery stalks, cut into 1 / 4 -inch dices
1 yellow onion, cut into 1 / 4 -inch dices
8-10 cups chicken (or mushroom) stock
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley
1. Add all ingredients, starting with 8 cups of stock and including reserved
liquid from dried mushrooms (be careful to discard any sediment) to
stoneware. Stir to blend.
2. Cover; cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-5 hours, until barley
and vegetables have softened. If more liquid is needed, add more stock
(this will require more cooking time after adding).
3. Adjust seasoning and serve with a sprinkling of parsley.
Serves 8-10
Main Courses
Vegetarian:
Easy Pizza / Pasta Sauce
2 whole bulbs garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 28-ounce cans peeled plum (Roma) tomatoes
2-3 tablespoons sugar
Salt and pepper
2 bunches fresh basil, cut into ribbons or torn
1. In a frying pan set to medium heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic to the
pan and cook until fragrant and softened, stirring constantly and being
careful not to burn, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and add garlic
and oil to stoneware.
2. Add tomatoes, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Cover; cook on LOW
for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
3. Stir in basil; toss with pasta or spread on pizza round as desired and pass
the cheese.
Serves 8-10
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