INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
Smart Stick® Two Speed Hand Blender
CSB-79
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,
always read the instruction book carefully before using.
14. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended by
Cuisinart may cause fire, electrical shock, or risk of injury.
15. Do not use outdoors or for other than intended use.
16. Do not let any cord hang over the edge of the table or counter.
Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including stovetop.
17. Make sure the appliance is off, the motor has stopped
completely, and the appliance is unplugged from outlet before
putting on or taking off attachments, and before cleaning.
18. Maximum rating is based on the 400W food processor
attachment that draws the greatest power.
19. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or
under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage
always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing
so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance
touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit
as it closes.
SaVE THESE InSTrUCTIonS
For HoUSEHoLD USE onLY
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt
to defeat this safety feature.
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CONTENTS
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Parts and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Blending Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chopper/Grinder Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Whisk Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Reversible Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Blending. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Chopping/Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Whisking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tips and Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Frequent Uses for Food Processor Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
UNPACKINg INSTRUCTIONS
Place the package containing the Cuisinart® Smart Stick® Two Speed
Hand Blender on a sturdy surface. Unpack the Smart Stick® Hand
Blender from its box by removing the upper protective insert. Gently
slide the unit from the box. Remove all support materials from the box
and replace the upper insert. Save packaging for possible repacking
of the unit.
NOTE: The blending blade is extremely sharp.
Before using the Cuisinart® Smart Stick® Two Speed Hand Blender for
the first time, we recommend that you wipe the unit with a clean,
damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust. Dry it thoroughly with a soft
absorbent cloth. To clean all parts see instructions on page 11. Read
all instructions completely for detailed operating procedures.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
1. Low/High Two Speed Power Button: Allows you to activate
the hand blender at the touch of a button. Simply press and
hold down the Low or High button to blend or pulse. Once
the button is released, blending will stop.
2. Comfort grip Handle: The handle allows you to control the
hand blender with ease.
3. Motor Body Housing
4. Blending Attachment: This attachment easily snaps into the
motor body housing. The fixed stainless blade is partially
covered by a stainless housing that keeps splashing to a
minimum. Press the release button on the back of the unit to
detach for easy cleaning.
5. Whisk Attachment: Whisk attachment snaps into the motor
body housing. This attachment is great for whipping cream,
egg whites and other delectable treats.
a. gearbox: Whisk attaches to it.
6. Chopper/grinder Attachment with Reversible Blade: Chop,
mince and grind with the Cuisinart chopper/grinder
attachment. Chopper/grinder attaches to the blender motor
body in place of the blender shaft or whisk attachment.
7. Mixing Cup: 2-cup blending cup is microwave and
dishwasher safe. Use this container to blend drinks, shakes,
salad dressings and more. Designed for easy gripping and
drip-free pouring.
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Comfort
Handle
PARTS AND
FEATURES
Whisk
Attachment
Low/High
Button
Detachable
gearbox
Motor
Body
Housing
Detachable
Blending Shaft
Work Bowl Cover
Blade
guard
Chopper/grinder
Attachment
Work Bowl
Reversible
Blade
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ASSEMBLy
BLENDINg ATTACHMENT
1. Align the motor body housing with
the blending shaft and push the
pieces together until you hear and
feel them click together. It may be
helpful to press the release button
when assembling.
2. Plug the power cord of the hand
blender into an electrical outlet.
CHOPPER/gRINDER ATTACHMENT
1. Connect the motor body
housing to the top of the
work bowl cover.
2. Align the spine in the food
processor cover’s drive
shaft with the ribbed
opening on the underside
of the motor body
housing.
3. When aligned properly,
slide the two pieces
together until you feel
and hear a slight click.
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CHOPPER/gRINDER ATTACHMENT
1. Place the chopping/grinding blade into center of the work bowl
over metal blade shaft.
2. Place the motor body housing with cover on top of the work
bowl and rotate counterclockwise to lock into place.
3. Plug the power cord of the hand blender into an electrical outlet.
WHISK ATTACHMENT
1. Align the motor body housing
with the assembled whisk
attachment and push the pieces
together until you hear and feel
them click together. It may be
helpful to press the release
button when assembling.
Note: Whisk and whisk
gearbox are detachable
from one another.
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REvERSIBLE BLADE
The Cuisinart® Smart Stick® Two Speed Hand Blender chopper/grinder
attachment is equipped with a reversible blade. This blade is sharp on
one side and blunt on the other. The blade is attached to a plastic ring
that slides over the plastic blade sheath, so it can be easily turned
over to select the appropriate blade. To reverse the blade, see detailed
instructions below. Also see Frequent Uses for Chopper/Grinder
(page 14).
Assemble the parts.
1. Place the work bowl on a flat, dry, stable surface. It should
be close to an electrical outlet of the same voltage as stated
on the rating plate on the hand blender.
B
2. The metal blade assembly shaft (A) is
attached to the bottom of the work bowl.
If not already in place, slide the fully
assembled blade assembly (B) over the
A
top of the metal blade assembly shaft.
2a. Put together the blade assembly if not assembled:
Very carefully connect the blade ring (C) to the plastic blade
sheath (D). Line up the blade ring opening with the plastic
sheath. There are notches (E) on opposite sides of the
interior of the hub. These fit over ridges on the sides of the
plastic blade sheath (G). Let the blade ring slide to the
bottom of the plastic sheath. HOLD THE BLADE RING BY
THE CENTRAL HUB HOLDING RIBS (grips) (F) ONLY. DO
NOT TOUCH THE RAZOR-SHARP BLADES. Pick up the
blade ring by its hub holding ribs (grips) and turn it very
slightly clockwise. This locks it in place on the plastic blade
sheath and prevents it from sliding up during processing.
C
E
F
g
D
Note these important features of the blade ring. The blade ring can
be placed over the plastic blade sheath in two different ways:
If you hold it this way (A), you will see the word “Sharp” on the
blade. Assemble the blade this side up to use the sharp edge.
SHARP SIDE
A.
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If you hold it this way (B), you will see no writing on the blade.
Assemble the blade this side up to use the blunt edge. (See
the section on processing food, page 14, for information about
when to use the blunt edge.)
BLUNT SIDE UP
B.
OPERATION
BLENDINg
The specially designed blade is for mixing and puréeing all kinds of
foods, including salad dressings, powdered drink products, soups and
sauces and blended drinks like milkshakes or smoothies.
This blade mixes and stirs while adding only a minimum of air to your
mixture. A gentle up-and-down motion is all you need to make the
most flavorful, full-bodied recipes. Be careful never to remove the
blending shaft from the liquid while in operation, for it will splatter.
Tilt the pan or bowl away from you if needed to ensure the protective
blade guard on the blending shaft is fully submerged.
1. Put blending shaft into mixture to be blended.
2. Press and hold the desired speed button. The hand blender will
continue to run as long as the button is pressed in. To turn hand
blender off, release the Power button and the motor will stop.
3. Do not press the button for longer than 60 seconds at a time.
4. Unplug immediately after use.
CAUTION: DO NOT PUT FINgERS NEAR BLADE.
TO DISLODgE FOOD, UNPLUg HAND BLENDER
FROM THE OUTLET FIRST.
PULSINg
To pulse, press and release desired speed button.
CHOPPINg FOOD
1. Place the work bowl firmly on a flat, sturdy surface like a
countertop.
2. Put food in the work bowl. Be sure the food is cut into small
pieces (½ to 1 inch), and the bowl is not overloaded.
3. Put the work bowl cover on top of the work bowl. Be sure the
cover is properly seated.
4. Press and hold the desired speed button.
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Note: Due to the powerful motor provided with this unit,
Cuisinart recommends using one hand to support the work
bowl during operation.
5. When you have finished processing the food, stop the machine
by taking your finger off the desired speed button.
6. WHEN THE BLADE STOPS MOvINg, unplug the unit.
7. Remove the motor body with the cover from the work bowl.
8. Carefully remove the chopping blade, holding it by the gripping
ridges on the plastic sheath. NEvER TOUCH THE BLADE
ITSELF.
9. Remove food with a spatula.
Note: Do not operate the chopper/grinder attachment
without food contents in the work bowl.
WHISKINg
1. Insert the whisk attachment into the motor body. (See Assembly
for Whisk Attachment, page 8.)
2. Plug electrical cord into a wall socket.
3. Put the whisk into mixture to be blended.
4. Press and hold the desired speed button. The hand blender will
continue to run as long as the switch is pressed in. To turn hand
blender off, release the speed button and the motor will stop.
CLEANINg AND MAINTENANCE
HAND BLENDER
Always clean the motor body and blending shaft thoroughly after
using. Remove the blending shaft from the motor body. Clean the
motor body only with a sponge or damp cloth. Do not use abrasive
cleaners that could scratch the surface. To clean the blending shaft,
wash by hand in hot water using mild detergent. Be mindful of the
fixed razor-sharp edges.
CHOPPER/gRINDER ATTACHMENT
To simplify cleaning, rinse the work bowl, blade and cover
immediately after use so that food won’t dry on them. Do not
submerge the work bowl cover in water or put in the dishwasher.
Wash chopping blade and work bowl in warm, soapy water. Rinse
and dry. Wipe the underside of the cover with a sponge or damp
cloth to remove any food. Wash the blade carefully. Avoid leaving it in
soapy water where it may disappear from sight.
You can wash the work bowl and chopping blade, on the upper shelf
of your dishwasher. Unload the dishwasher carefully to avoid contact
with the sharp blade. Wipe the motor body and top of the cover
with a damp sponge or cloth. Dry it immediately. Never submerge
the motor body or the cover in water or other liquids. The food
processor attachment is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLy.
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WHISK ATTACHMENT
To clean your whisk attachment, simply release the attachment
from the motor body housing. Once the whisk is removed, detach
the metal whisk from the gearbox by pulling the pieces apart. To clean
the gearbox, simply wipe with a damp cloth. To clean the metal
whisk, wash with warm soapy water or put in the dishwasher.
Do not submerge the gearbox in water or any other liquid.
Any service, other than cleaning and normal user maintenance, should
be performed by an authorized Cuisinart Service Representative.
TIPS AND HINTS
FOR HAND BLENDER
• Be sure that blending blade guard is fully submerged before
blending ingredients.
• To purée a soup, use the hand blender to blend the soup ingredients
to the desired consistency, using a gentle up-and-down motion right
in the saucepan or pot.
• When blending ingredients right in a pot or pan tilt the pan away
from you to create a deeper area for blending to prevent splatter.
• When using a nonstick cooking surface, be careful not to scratch
the coating with the hand blender.
• When blending into the blending cup, for example when making a
fruit smoothie, cut most solid foods into ½ inch pieces for easy
blending.
• Use the hand blender to make smooth gravies and pan sauces.
• Do not immerse motor body housing in water or any other liquid.
• When blending in the mixing cup, pour liquid ingredients in first,
unless recipe instructs otherwise.
• The hand blender is perfect for frothing milk for cappuccino or
lattés. Just warm milk in a small saucepan, and then pulse the hand
blender gently, being sure to keep the blending blade guard fully
submerged.
• Do not let hand blender stand in a hot pot on stove while not in use.
• Do not attempt to blend fruit pits, bones or other hard materials as
these are liable to damage the blades.
• Do not fill mixing containers too full. The level of mixture will rise
when blending and can overflow.
• To whip air into a mixture, always hold the blade just under the
surface.
• Using a gentle up-and-down motion is the best way to blend and
incorporate ingredients uniformly.
• Liquid should not come closer than 1-inch of where the shaft
attaches to the motor housing.
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FOR WHISK ATTACHMENT
• Do not immerse whisk attachment gearbox in water or any other liquid.
• Use the whisk attachment for beating heavy cream or egg whites.
• When beating egg whites use a very clean metal or glass bowl, never
plastic. Plastic can contain hidden oils and fats that can ruin the
delicate egg white foam. To help stabilize the egg whites, add 1/8
teaspoon of cream of tartar per egg white prior to beating them. (If
using a copper bowl omit the cream of tartar.) Beat the egg whites until
desired peaks form.
• It may also be used for any task that you would normally whisk by
hand, like crêpe batters or eggs for omelets.
• Beating the egg whites too long causes them to dry out and become
less stable.
• When adding sugar to beaten egg whites, add it slowly when soft
peaks just begin to form and then continue beating to form desired
peaks.
• When beating heavy cream, if possible and time allows, use a chilled
bowl and chill the whisk attachment. The best shaped bowl for
whipping cream is one that is deep with a rounded bottom to minimize
any splatter.
• The cream should come out of the refrigerator just before whipping.
Whipped cream may be used at either soft or firm peaks depending on
preference. It may be flavored as desired. For best results, whip cream
just before using.
FOR FOOD CHOPPER/gRINDER ATTACHMENT
• When making compound butters, remove the butter from the
refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before blending the
ingredients.
• Some spices may scratch the work bowl.
• Liquids in work bowl should not exceed 1½ cups. Use quantities given
in the recipe section as a guide.
• Do not overload work bowl. For best results most foods should not
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reach more than ∕3 of the way up the work bowl.
• Do not attempt to chop fruit pits, bones or other hard materials, as
these are liable to damage the blades.
• Do not immerse food processor cover in water or any other liquid.
• Do not operate chopper/grinder attachment for more than
30 seconds continuously.
• The size of pieces you put in bowl should be about the same size to
achieve even results.
• For raw ingredients: peel, core and/or remove seeds and pits. Food
should be between ½ and 1-inch, depending on hardness of the food.
• Pulse food in 1-second increments to chop. For the finest chop,
process continuously. Watch ingredients closely to achieve desired
consistency and scrape the work bowl as necessary.
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FREqUENT USES FOR CHOPPER/gRINDER
Ingredient
Suggested Blade* Speed
Comments
Baby foods (always
consult a pediatrician
or family physician for
appropriate food recom-
mendations)
Place small amounts of cooked foods into
chopper/grinder bowl. Add small amount of
appropriate liquid. Pulse to chop, then hold
to blend.
Low-
Sharp Blade
High
Bread Crumbs - fresh
Pulse to chop, then process until desired
consistency is reached.
Sharp Blade
Sharp Blade
High
High
or dry (day old)
Hard Cheese (Asiago,
Locatelli, Parmesan,
Romano, etc.) (Not
recommended for softer
cheeses unless making
a dip or dressing)
Cut into 1/4-inch pieces. Pulse to chop, then
process until desired consistency is reached.
Cut into 1/2 inch pieces; may chill in freezer
for 3 minutes before chopping. Pulse to chop,
then process, no more than 1 ounce at a time,
until desired texture is reached.
Chocolate
Sharp Blade
Sharp Blade
High
Low
Place ingredients in chopper/grinder bowl; do
not cover or spill on stem. Use pulse action to
chop, then continuous-hold action to blend to
desired consistency.
Creamy Dressing
and Dips
Garlic
Sharp Blade
Sharp Blade
High
High
Peel up to 6 cloves. Pulse to chop.
Peel, cut into-1/2 inch pieces. Pulse to chop
1/2 ounce at a time.
Gingerroot (fresh)
Hard Spices
Pulse to chop until desired consistency. Pulse
with sharp blade to get fine results.
(coriander, dill, poppy,
star, anise, etc.)
Sharp Blade
Sharp Blade
High
High
Herbs (fresh)
1/2 cup; must be clean/dry. Pulse to chop
Shelled; toast first for best flavor. Pulse to
chop, process up to a 1/3 cup at a time, until
desired consistency is reached. May be pro-
cessed to nut-butter stage.
nuts
Dull Blade
Sharp Blade
Sharp Blade
Sharp Blade
High
High
Peel, cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Pulse to chop,
up to 1/2 cup at a time, until desired chop is
reached.
onion
Cut into inch pieces; pulse to chop, up to 1/2
cups at a time. Add cooking liquid, stock or
milk to process to a puree. It is not recom-
mended for making mashed potatoes
Low-
High
Vegetables (cooked)
Vegetables (uncooked)
Peel as needed; cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Peel
celery with peeler to remove tough strings.
Chop/process up to 1/2 cup at a time.
High
High
6 oz. or 175g, cut into 1/2 inch pieces. Pulse
until desired consistency.
meat (Beef, Pork)
Sharp Blade
Dull Blade
Dull Blade
Dull Blade
Low-
High
Simple Blending
For light mixing and incorporating.
1/4 cup. Whisk until desired
consistency.
Cream (for whipping)
Egg whites (for whipping)
High
High
2 to 3 egg whites. Process until desired consistency.
* See page 9 for instructions on how to safely change the blade from the sharp side to the blunt side.
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SMOOTHIES AND DRINKS
Blueberry Banana Anti-Oxidant Smoothie
Makes 2 cups
¾
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1
cup soy milk or fat-free milk
grams soy protein powder (or soy protein isolate)
cup frozen blueberries
1
1
small (4½ ounces) banana, sliced
teaspoon flaxseed oil
1 to 2 teaspoons honey (optional)
Put the soy milk, protein powder, blueberries, banana, flaxseed oil and
honey (if using) into mixing container. Insert the Cuisinart® Hand Blender,
making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend on High, using
a gentle up-and-down motion until ingredients are combined, about 35
seconds.
Nutritional information per cup (made without honey):
Calories 159 (17% from fat) • carb. 26g • pro. 9g • fat 3g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 12mg • calc. 89mg • fiber 4g
Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie
Makes one 14-ounce smoothie
1
1
½
½
1
cup frozen strawberries, partly thawed
kiwi, peeled, cut into eighths
cup fat-free vanilla yogurt
cup fat-free milk
tablespoon honey
Put ingredients into the mixing container. Insert the blender, making sure
the protective guard is submerged. Blend on High, using a gentle up-and-
down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 30 to 35 seconds.
Nutritional information per smoothie:
Calories 286 (2% from fat) • carb. 63g • pro. 11g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 4mg • sod. 133mg • calc. 371mg • fiber 6g
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Frozen Coffee Frappé
Makes one 12-ounce beverage
1¾
½
2
cups coffee ice cream or ice milk
cup strong brewed coffee (may use espresso)
tablespoons fat-free milk
Put ingredients into mixing container. Insert blender, making sure the
protective guard is submerged. Blend on High, using an up-and-down
motion until ingredients are well combined, about 20 to 30 seconds.
For a thicker milkshake:
Fill mixing container with coffee ice cream up to the 1-cup mark. Add ¼
cup brewed coffee and 1 tablespoon of fat-free milk. Blend on High, using
the same technique as above.
For a Mudslide variation:
Add 1 tablespoon each of Irish Cream Liqueur and Kahlua®.
Nutritional information per shake:
Calories 215 (44% from fat) • carb. 26g • pro. 5g • fat 11g • sat. fat 7g
• chol. 45mg • sod. 105mg • calc. 172mg • fiber 0g
Kahlua® is a registered trademark owned by the Kahlua Company.
Peach Margarita
Makes 2 cups
1
cup frozen peaches
1
cup citrus juice (orange, lime, lemon in any combination)
cup good quality tequila
1⁄3
½
tablespoon Triple Sec or grand Marnier®
1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
Put ingredients into mixing container. Insert the blender, making sure the
protective guard is submerged. Blend on High, using an up-and-down
motion until ingredients are combined, about 30 seconds.
Nutritional information per cup:
Calories 177 (0% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 2mg • calc. 9mg • fiber 2g
Grand Marnier® is a registered trademark owned by the Société des Produits Marnier-LaPostolle.
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Mexican Hot Chocolate
We made our Hot Chocolate with fat-free milk and it was a big hit.
For a richer chocolate, make it with whole or reduced-fat milk.
Now and then indulgence is good for the soul.
Makes 12–16 servings
2
quarts fat-free milk
3-inch cinnamon sticks
20
1
ounces bittersweet chocolate (your favorite),
broken into chunks
tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Combine the milk and cinnamon sticks in a 3¾ Quart saucepan. Over
medium heat, stir constantly until steamy and just beginning to bubble
around the edges. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to
infuse the cinnamon flavor into the milk. Stir in the chocolate chunks.
When chocolate is melted, remove cinnamon sticks and stir in vanilla
extract. Insert the blender and blend on Low about 1 minute using a
gentle up-and-down motion. Continue blending on Low until the mixture
is creamy and frothy. Spoon into cups or mugs and top with a dollop of
freshly whipped cream if desired.
For Hot Cinnamon Mocha, add 3 to 4 tablespoons instant espresso
powder to the milk when steeping with the cinnamon sticks.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 215 (52% from fat) • carb. 23g • pro. 7g • fat 14g • sat. fat 8g
• chol. 2mg • sod. 68mg • calc. 184mg • fiber 1g
SOUPS, SAUCES, DIPS AND SPREADS
Asparagus Soup
Makes 2½ cups
2
1
ounces shallots, cut into ½-inch pieces
tablespoon unsalted butter
1
1¼
3
¼
1½
¾
¼
¼
¼
garlic clove, peeled and crushed
pounds fresh asparagus, tough ends removed
ounces red potato, peeled, cut into ½-inch dice
cup dry white wine
cups fat-free low-sodium chicken stock
teaspoon kosher salt
teaspoon freshly ground pepper
teaspoon dried basil
cup heavy cream (optional)
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the shallots into the work
bowl, connect hand blender motor body to the top of the chopper/grinder
attachment cover, cover work bowl and pulse on High 10 times to finely chop.
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Melt butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium low heat. Add shallots and
crushed garlic and “sweat” over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes. Do
not allow the shallots and garlic to brown.
While shallots are cooking, cut the asparagus into ½-inch pieces and
reserve the tips. When shallots are soft, add asparagus and potato to
saucepan and cook for about 6 minutes longer, until asparagus is bright
in color. Add wine and raise the heat to bring the wine to a boil. Reduce
the wine until a scant tablespoon remains. Add chicken stock. Bring to a
boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20 minutes until the
vegetables are soft. Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure
the protective guard is submerged. Blend on Low, using a gentle up-and-
down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 40 to 50 seconds.
Season with salt, pepper and basil. Stir in cream if using.
While soup is cooking, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the asparagus
tips and cook for 2 minutes until bright green. Drain and immediately
plunge into an ice-water bath to stop cooking.
Serve soup hot, garnished with reserved asparagus tips.
Nutritional information per ½-cup serving:
Calories 81 (28% from fat) • carb. 10g • pro. 4g • fat 3g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 6mg • sod. 525mg • calc. 36mg • fiber 2g
Curried Cauliflower Soup
Makes 5 cups
1
4
tablespoon olive oil
ounces leeks, washed and trimmed, dark green parts
removed, sliced
1
teaspoon curry powder
¼
½
1
3½
½
3½
1
teaspoon turmeric
teaspoon kosher salt
head of cauliflower (about 1¾ pounds) cut into small florets
ounces red potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
cup white wine
cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
teaspoon fresh lemon or lime juice
Heat the olive oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks
and “sweat” for about 6 to 8 minutes until very soft. Add curry powder,
turmeric, and salt to leek mixture and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
Add cauliflower florets and potatoes. Stir to coat with spices and cook
for another 5 minutes to soften slightly. Add white wine and increase
heat to bring to a boil. Reduce the wine until there is a scant amount
left. Add stock just to cover. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to
medium. Simmer for about 25 minutes or until the vegetables are very
soft.
Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard
is submerged. Blend on Low, using an up-and-down motion until
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ingredients are well combined, about 45 to 50 seconds. Add lemon
juice. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
Nutritional information per ½-cup serving:
Calories 71 (22% from fat) • carb. 10g • pro. 4g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 350mg • calc. 39mg • fiber 3g
Sweet Red Pepper Coulis
This multipurpose sauce is great for chicken,
fish, crab cakes, and pastas.
Makes 2½ cups
1
tablespoon olive oil
1
6
medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
garlic cloves, smashed
3
medium red peppers (about 6 ounces each), roughly chopped
teaspoon kosher salt
teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
cup dry white wine
½
¼
¼
¼
cup chicken stock
Heat the olive oil in a 2½-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the
onion, garlic, red peppers, salt, and pepper and stir to coat. Reduce heat
to low, cover loosely and “sweat” slowly until softened, about 15 to 20
minutes. Take care that the vegetables do not pick up any color.
When vegetables are soft, add wine and increase the temperature so
that the wine comes to a boil. Reduce the wine until about 1 tablespoon
remains. Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and
simmer for about 10 minutes. Insert the blender into the saucepan, making
sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend on Low, using an up-and-
down motion until ingredients are smooth and well combined, about 50 to
60 seconds.
Nutritional information per ½-cup serving:
Calories 41 (33% from fat) • carb. 5g • pro. 1g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 148mg • calc. 13mg • fiber 1g
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green Chile Sauce
This sauce is excellent served with your favorite Mexican dish –
or use it as a base for a delicious Southwestern stew.
Makes 2¼ cups
1½
1
1
pounds Anaheim or green New Mexican chiles
small onion (approximately 3¼ ounces), quartered
large garlic clove
1
1
jalapeño pepper (approximately ½ ounces), halved and seeded
tablespoon unsalted butter
1
1½
¾
tablespoon unbleached, all-purpose flour
cups chicken stock
teaspoon kosher salt
Preheat oven to 450°F. Arrange chilies on a baking sheet and roast until
very dark and skin is coming away from the chili, about 30 minutes. Place
chilies in a mixing bowl and cover with plastic wrap to allow for the skins
to loosen, about 15 minutes.
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the onion, garlic, and
jalapeño into the work bowl and pulse on High approximately 8 times to a
rough chop.
Peel the cooled chilies, discarding all skin, seeds, and stems. Cut into
½-inch pieces. Put in work bowl and pulse 6 times to chop.
Melt the butter in a 3½-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion,
garlic and jalapeño mixture and sauté for about 4 to 5 minutes until soft.
Stir in chopped chiles and cook for another minute. Add flour and stir and
cook for 2 minutes. Add stock and bring to a boil. Add salt and reduce
to a simmer for about 25 minutes. Insert the blender into the saucepan,
making sure the protective guard is submerged. Blend on Low, using an
up-and-down motion until ingredients are well combined, about 40 to 60
seconds, until the sauce reaches desired consistency.
Nutritional information per ¼-cup serving:
Calories 39 (35% from fat) • carb. 5g • pro. 1g • fat 2g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 3mg • sod. 476mg • calc. 59mg • fiber 1g
garden vegetable Tomato Sauce
A fresh and healthy pasta sauce that is excellent served with
whole-wheat pasta and topped with crumbled feta cheese.
Makes 4 cups
4
ounces yellow onion, quartered
1
tablespoon olive oil
2
garlic cloves, crushed
3½
3
3
ounces red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
ounces eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
ounces zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
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3
1
¼
1
ounces summer squash, cut into 1-inch pieces
small carrot, peeled and cut into ½-inch pieces
cup dry white wine
sprig fresh thyme
¾
1
teaspoon salt
can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the onion into the work
bowl and pulse on High approximately 8 times to a rough chop.
Heat the olive oil in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the
chopped onion and the crushed garlic cloves to the pan and reduce heat
to low. One at a time, place the remaining vegetables in the work bowl and
chop with 8 even pulses and then add to the pan, stirring between each
addition. After carrot is added, stir and allow vegetables to cook over low
heat for about 15 minutes.
Add white wine and reduce wine to 1 tablespoon. Add thyme, salt, and
tomatoes. Simmer for 25 minutes longer.
Insert the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is
submerged. Blend on Low, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients
are well combined, about 50 to 60 seconds.
Nutritional information per ¼-cup serving:
Calories 60 (25% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 2g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 351mg • calc. 29mg • fiber 3g
Basic vinaigrette
Use this basic recipe as a guide and change your vinegar/oil
flavors to come up with appropriate combinations to create exciting
salads. You may add other flavors such as crushed or roasted garlic,
chopped shallots, fresh or dried herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, honey,
lemon juice, or flavored vinegars.
Makes 1 cup
¼
1
¾
cup wine vinegar
tablespoon Dijon mustard
cup salad or olive oil
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Put all ingredients into the beaker. Process on Low until combined, about
10 to 15 seconds. Keep unused portions in an airtight container in the
refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 91(98% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 10g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 23mg • calc. 0mg • fiber 0g
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Creamy Parmesan & Roasted garlic Dressing
Similar to a Caesar dressing, but made with roasted garlic
to give the dressing a more mellow flavor.
Makes about 11⁄3 cups
1
4
2
2
2
ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, cut into ½-inch cubes
cloves roasted garlic*
tablespoons fresh lemon juice
tablespoons red or white wine vinegar
tablespoons low fat mayonnaise or pasteurized liquid
egg product (such as EggBeaters®)
tablespoon Dijon mustard
1
1
1
1
1
tablespoon anchovy paste
teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
teaspoon freshly ground pepper
cup extra virgin olive oil
Tabasco® or other hot sauce (to taste)
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the cheese cubes into the
work bowl. Pulse on High to chop, 10 times, then process to chop finely,
about 15 to 20 seconds. Add remaining ingredients to work bowl. Process
on Low for about 30 to 40 seconds, until creamy and totally emulsified.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 53 (89% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 5g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 4mg • sod. 82mg • calc. 18mg • fiber 0g
*To roast garlic: Place 12 or more peeled cloves in a double thickness of
aluminum foil, toss with a tablespoon of olive oil and fold the foil to seal.
Roast in 375˚F oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until tender and browned. If
you do not wish to roast the garlic, you may blanch it until tender.
Egg Beaters® is a registered trademark owned by Nabisco Inc.
Mayonnaise
Make quick mayonnaise in just moments.
Makes about 1¼ cups
4
large egg yolks (or use ¼ cup pasteurized liquid egg product,
such as EggBeaters®)
1
½
1
tablespoon fresh lemon juice
tablespoon Dijon mustard
cup vegetable oil
¼
¼
teaspoon kosher salt
teaspoon ground white pepper
Put all ingredients into mixing cup in order listed. Insert blender holding
blade against bottom of container and process on Low until mixture begins
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to thicken, about 5 seconds. Continue processing on Low with a gentle
up-and-down motion until thick, about 25 to 30 seconds longer.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 98 (98% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 11g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 2mg • sod. 29mg • calc. 1mg • fiber 0g
Mango Salsa
Mango salsa is excellent served over grilled fish such as salmon, tuna,
swordfish or scallops, and grilled chicken, duck or pork tenderloin.
It can also be served like traditional tomato salsa with tortilla chips.
Makes 1 cup
¼
red bell pepper (about 1 ounce), cut into ½-inch
pieces (¼ cup)
1
small garlic clove
½
½
1
1½
2
jalapeño pepper, seeded, cut into ½-inch pieces
small red onion (about 1½ ounces), cut into ½-inch pieces
mango (12 to 14 ounces), cut into ½-inch pieces
tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
teaspoons fresh lime juice
1½
teaspoons rice vinegar (may use raspberry or
white balsamic vinegar)
½
teaspoon honey
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the red bell pepper pieces
in the work bowl and pulse on Low to coarsely chop, 6 to 8 pulses.
Transfer to a 1-quart bowl and reserve. Add the garlic, jalapeño pepper
and onion to the work bowl; and pulse on Low 8 to 10 times to chop.
Remove and add to chopped red pepper. Add mango and cilantro to work
bowl and pulse until mango reaches desired consistency, about 10 to 20
pulses, stopping to scrape sides as necessary. Transfer to the bowl with
the chopped red pepper and reserve. Stir in the lime juice, vinegar, and
honey. Cover and let sit for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. If not
using immediately, cover and refrigerate. Mango salsa is best when served
the day it is prepared, but may be prepared up to one day ahead. Remove
from the refrigerator 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Nutritional information per ¼-cup serving:
Calories 45 (3% from fat) • carb. 12g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 28mg • calc. 11mg • fiber 1g
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guacamole
An all-time favorite- serve guacamole with tortilla chips
or vegetable crudités.
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Makes ⁄3 cup
1
garlic clove, smashed
1
½
1
green onion, trimmed and cut into ½-inch pieces
jalapeño pepper, seeded and cut into ½-inch pieces
ripe avocado (about 10 ounces), cut into ¾-inch pieces
tablespoon fresh lime juice
1
¼
¼
¼
teaspoon cumin powder
teaspoon ground coriander
teaspoon kosher salt
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the garlic, green onion
and jalapeño pepper into the work bowl. Pulse on Low to chop, 10 to 12
times. Add avocado, lime juice, cumin, coriander and salt. Pulse on Low to
chop avocado, 10 times, for a chunky guacamole. If smoother guacamole
consistency is desired, process on Low continuously until desired
consistency is reached, stopping every 20 to 30 seconds to scrape the
bowl.
Transfer to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap placed directly on
the guacamole and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow the
flavors to blend.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 25 (72% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 0g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 65mg • calc. 3mg • fiber 1g
Roasted Pepper Tapenade
Makes 1 cup
1
1
small garlic clove
jar (12 ounces) roasted peppers, drained,
cut into 1-inch pieces
½
2
½
½
sun-dried tomato (oil-packed)
tablespoons green pimento-stuffed olives, drained
teaspoon fresh thyme
teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
pinch salt
pinch pepper
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the garlic into the work
bowl and process on High for 10 to 15 seconds; scrape bowl.
Add remaining ingredients to work bowl; pulse on Low evenly 10 to 15 times
to reach desired consistency. Season to taste. Serve with crackers or crostini.
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Nutritional information per ¼-cup serving:
Calories 50 (42% from fat) • carb. 5g • pro. 1g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 481mg • calc. 16mg • fiber 1g
White Bean Spread
Makes 1¼ cups
1
small garlic clove
6
fresh sage leaves
½
1
ounce tomato
can (13.5 ounces) cannellini beans (or other white beans),
rinsed and drained
2
½
teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
teaspoon kosher salt
fresh ground pepper to taste
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the garlic into the work
bowl and process on High for 30 seconds. Add sage and pulse on
High 4 times. Add tomato and pulse on Low 4 times. Add remaining
ingredients to work bowl; pulse on Low evenly 6 to 10 times to reach
desired consistency. Season to taste. Serve with crackers or as a topping
for bruschetta. For a smoother spread, add 2 to 4 tablespoons water and
process on Low until smooth and creamy.
Nutritional information per ¼-cup serving:
Calories 120 (15% from fat) • carb. 20g • pro. 6g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 239mg • calc. 67mg • fiber 4g
Tomato and Basil Topping for Bruschetta
Makes 1 cup
1
small garlic clove
1½
1
3
tablespoon fresh basil leaves
pint grape tomatoes
teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
teaspoon salt
½
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put garlic into the work bowl
and run on High for 30 seconds. Add basil and pulse on High 4 times.
Add remaining ingredients to work bowl; pulse on Low about 10 to 15
times to reach desired consistency. Season to taste. Serve as topping for
bruschetta.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 50 (61% from fat) • carb. 4g • pro. 1g • fat 4g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 301mg • calc. 8mg • fiber 1g
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DESSERTS
Chocolate Pistachio Macaroons
A change from the traditional almond macaroon.
Makes about 30 cookies
½
¾
¼
4
cup shelled pistachios, unsalted
cup granulated sugar, divided
cup Dutch processed cocoa
large egg whites
1
cup mini chocolate morsels
Preheat oven to 325°F. Line two 15 x 11½-inch baking sheets with
parchment paper.
Insert the blade assembly in the work bowl. Put the pistachios and ¼ cup
of the sugar into the work bowl and process on High for 30 to 40 seconds
until finely ground. Add cocoa and pulse on High 6 times to incorporate.
Put the egg whites in a glass or stainless mixing bowl. Insert the blender
fitted with the whisk attachment and beat whites on Low. After 1½ minutes
add the remaining ½ cup of sugar and continue on High. Whites should
reach firm peaks after 3 minutes.
Fold the pistachio and cocoa mixture into the egg whites in three
increments with a rubber spatula. Gently fold in the chocolate morsels,
taking care not to deflate the mixture.
Drop the batter in spoonfuls (2 tablespoons) onto the prepared baking
sheets. Bake in preheated 325°F oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until the
cookies lift easily from the baking sheet and cookie bottoms are smooth.
Transfer the parchment with the cookies from the hot pan to a cool
surface. Peel off the paper and store macaroons in airtight container once
cooled.
Nutritional information per macaroon:
Calories 76 (38% from fat) • carb. 11g • pro. 1g • fat 3g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 11mg • calc. 4mg • fiber 2g
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Sweet Whipped Cream
Sweetened whipped cream is the perfect finish for just about any
dessert, or spoon a dollop over coffee or hot chocolate.
Makes 2 cups
1¼
2
1½
cups heavy cream, chilled
tablespoons granulated sugar
teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Put the cream, sugar and vanilla into a large stainless or glass mixing
bowl. Insert the blender fitted with the whisk attachment. Start the blender
on Low but be careful to have the whisk just skim the surface of the
cream. Blend until the cream gains some body and then move the blender
in an up-and-down motion throughout the bowl. Switch to High for the last
20 seconds. Whipped cream will reach soft peaks in 50 to 60 seconds.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories 70 (86% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 0g • fat 7g • sat. fat 4g
• chol. 25mg • sod. 7mg • calc 12mg • fiber 0g
Cocoa Whipped Cream: Put 1¼ cups heavy cream, 3 tablespoons
granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa, and 1 teaspoon pure
vanilla extract into mixing bowl. Whip as directed.
Berry Coulis
This versatile dessert sauce could not be easier.
Makes 1¼ cups
1
¼
½
12-ounce bag of frozen mixed berries, thawed
cup granulated sugar
teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Put all ingredients into a 2½-quart saucepan. Bring mixture to a simmer
over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes to melt the sugar. Insert
the blender into the saucepan, making sure the protective guard is
submerged. Blend on Low, using an up-and-down motion until ingredients
are well combined, about 30 to 40 seconds. Strain the sauce through a
fine mesh strainer and serve.
Nutritional information per ¼-cup serving:
Calories 86 (4% from fat) • carb. 22g • pro. 0mg • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 25mg • calc. 14mg • fiber 4g
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WARRANTy
LIMITED THREE-yEAR WARRANTy
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer
if you own a Cuisinart® Smart Stick® Two Speed Hand Blender that
was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except
as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not
available to retailers or other commercial purchaser or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart® Smart Stick® Two Speed Hand
Blender will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under
normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.
fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However,
product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to
maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the
warranty benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of
purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will
be the date of manufacture.
If your Cuisinart® Smart Stick® Two Speed Hand Blender should
prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair it, or if
we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply call
our toll-free number 1-800-726-0190 for additional information from
our Customer Service Representatives or send the defective product
to Customer Service at
Cuisinart
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To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose
$10.00 for shipping and handling of the product.
Please pay by check or money order (California residents need only
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shipping instructions).
NOTE: For added protection and secure handling of any Cuisinart
product that is being returned, we recommend you use a traceable,
insured delivery service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for
in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us. Lost
and/or damaged products are not covered under warranty.
Please be sure to include your return address, daytime phone
number, description of the product defect, product model # (located
on bottom of product), original date of purchase, and any other
information pertinent to the product’s return.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLy
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California
residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product
(A) to the store where it was purchased or
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(B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart products of the same
type.
The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product,
refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the
product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly
attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of the product. If either of
the above two options does not result in the appropriate relief to the
consumer, the consumer may then take the product to an
independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically
accomplished. Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for
the reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund
for nonconforming products under warranty.
California residents may also, according to their preference, return
nonconforming products directly to Cuisinart for repair, or if
necessary, replacement, by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-
free at
1-800-726-0190.
Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, and
shipping and handling for such products under warranty.
BEFORE RETURNINg yOUR CUISINART® PRODUCT
If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart® product, we
suggest that you call our Cuisinart® Service Center at 1-800-726-
0190 before returning the product to be serviced. If servicing is
needed, a Representative can confirm whether the product is under
warranty and direct you to the nearest service location.
Your Cuisinart® Smart Stick® Two Speed Hand Blender has been
manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for
use only in 120 volt outlets and only with authorized accessories and
replacement parts. This warranty expressly excludes any defects or
damages caused by attempted use of this unit with a converter, as well
as use with accessories, replacement parts or repair service other than
those authorized by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any
damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other than ordinary
household use. This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential
damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these
damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you. You may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Important: If the nonconforming product is to be serviced by
someone other than Cuisinart's Authorized Service Center, please
remind the servicer to call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-
726-0190 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed, the
product is serviced with the correct parts, and the product is still
under warranty.
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