Sunbeam Slow Cooker 5.5 L Manual

Slow Cooker
Instruction Booklet 
This book covers the use and care of the following Sunbeam slow cookers:
HP5500 Slow Cooker - 5.5 litre slow cooker with crock insert
HP4500 Slow Cooker - 4.5 litre slow cooker with crock insert
Please read these instructions carefully 
and retain for future reference. 
Product featured - HP
5500 

Important instructions – retain for 
future use.
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 1
Features of your  Slow Cooker 5.5L - HP5500  2
Features of your  Slow Cooker 4.5L - HP4500  4
An introduction to Slow Cooking  6
Using your  Slow Cooker  6
Tips for Slow Cooking  7
Care and Cleaning  8
Recipes 
  Soups  9
  Main Meals  11
  Desserts  20
Contents 

Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
  SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM  SLOW COOKER
.
•  Do not operate the slow cooker  on an inclined 
surface.
•  Do not move or cover the slow cooker
  while in 
operation.
•  Do not immerse the base of the slow cooker
  in 
water or any other liquid. •  Use your slow cooker
 
well away from walls and 
curtains.
•  Do not use your slow cooker
  in confined 
spaces.
•  Do not touch any metal surface of the slow  cooker whilst in use as it will be hot
.
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Removable Crock Insert
The durable crock insert is removable to 
allow for convenient serving at the table, 
storing of leftovers and easy cleaning. The 
crock insert is also dishwasher safe for added 
convenience.
Quality Glass Lid
Fits neatly onto the crock insert to retain heat 
and moisture for best results. The transparent 
glass allows you to view the 
 
food during cooking without lifting the lid, 
preventing the heat from escaping.
Temperature Control Dial...

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Power ON Light
Indicates that the slow cooker is turned on 
and heating.
Cool Touch Handles and Lid Knob
Allows you to lift and carry the slow cooker
  to 
the table for serving when hot.
Large 5.5 Litre Capacity
For cooking family-sized meals.
Wrap-Around Element
The element surrounds the crock insert to 
ensure even cooking. It prevents food from 
sticking to the bottom of the crock insert and 
eliminates the need to stir your food. 

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Removable Crock Insert
The durable crock insert is removable to 
allow for convenient serving at the table, 
storing of leftovers and easy cleaning. The 
crock insert is also dishwasher safe for added 
convenience.
Quality Glass Lid
Fits neatly onto the crock insert to retain heat 
and moisture for best results. The transparent 
glass allows you to view the 
 
food during cooking without lifting the lid, 
preventing the heat from escaping.
Temperature Control Dial...

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Power ON Light
Indicates that the slow cooker is turned on 
and heating.
Cool Touch Handles and Lid Knob
Allows you to lift and carry the slow cooker
  to 
the table for serving when hot.
4.5 Litre Capacity
Suitable for a smaller sized family.
Wrap-Around Element
The element surrounds the crock insert to 
ensure even cooking. It prevents food from 
sticking to the bottom of the crock insert and 
eliminates the need to stir your food. 

Slow cooking is one of the best ways of 
preparing foods to ensure that the flavour and 
tenderness is retained. Your new slow cooker 
is easy to use and is extremely versatile. You 
can cook soups, stews, casseroles, roasts, 
bake desserts and even steam puddings.
Slow cooking is also economical, as your 
new
 slow cooker uses very little power. 
Once the slow cooker
  reaches the selected 
temperature, the food cooks using the heat 
retained in the crock insert. Your slow cooker
 
is ideal for cooking...

•  All of the recipes contained in this book have recommended temperature settings. 
Most recipes can be cooked on the LOW 
setting, however when using the HIGH 
setting cooking times can often be halved.
•  Cut meat and vegetables into standard size  pieces for even cooking.
•  When cooking with vegetables, place them  in the crock insert first, and then place the 
meat on top.
•  Always ensure that food or liquid comes to  at least half way up the wall of the crock 
insert, as the element is located...

Wash the crock insert and lid in hot soapy 
water. To remove food that is cooked onto 
the bottom, soak the crock insert in warm 
water before cleaning and scrub lightly with 
a plastic or nylon brush. Rinse well and dry. 
The crock insert is also dishwasher safe for 
added convenience.
Note: Do not place the hot crock insert under 
cold water. Wipe the exterior of the slow cooker 
with a 
damp cloth and polish dry.  DO NOT use harsh 
abrasives, scourers or chemicals to clean any 
part of your slow...