Betty Crocker BC-2958 1400 Watt Portable Pizza Maker User Manual

Betty Crocker BC-2958 1400 Watt Portable Pizza Maker

Before Your First Use

Carefully unpack the Pizza Maker Plus and remove all packaging materials from in and around the unit. To remove any dust that may have accumulated during packaging, wipe the cooking plates and the exterior of the unit with a cloth or sponge moistened in warm water. Dry thoroughly.

WARNING: Do not immerse the unit, cord, or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not pour or run water onto any part of the appliance. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleansers on any part of the appliance. To maintain the quality of the nonstick finish on your Pizza Maker Plus we recommend the following: Using a paper towel, coat the nonstick surface with a small amount of vegetable oil or a nonstick cooking spray. Wipe off excess oil. Before use, unwind the power cord completely and keep the cord away from the hot parts of the appliance.
NOTE: During the first use, the unit may emit a slight odor for a few minutes. This is normal. The odor is harmless and should not reoccur after the initial heating.

Know the Parts of Your Pizza Maker Plus

Using Your Pizza Maker Plus

1. Place the unit on a clean, dry, heat-resistant flat surface, such as a table or countertop.
2. To maintain the quality of the nonstick finish on your Pizza Maker Plus we recommend the following: Using a paper towel or silicone basting brush, coat the nonstick surfaces with a small amount of vegetable oil or a nonstick cooking spray. Wipe off excess oil.
3. Plug the power cord into a convenient 120V, 60 Hz, AC-only outlet. The red Power-On indicator light will illuminate. Lower the lid to the closed position.
   NOTE: The Pizza Maker Plus must be allowed to be preheated before use. During pre-heating, you can prepare your ingredients and pizza dough.
4. The red Power-On Indicator Light comes on when the unit is plugged in. This light will stay on until the unit is unplugged.
5. The green Ready-to-Bake Indicator Light comes on when the unit has reached the required temperature for baking. For best results, wait until the green Ready-to-Bake Indicator Light comes on before placing your pizza on the Bottom Nonstick Baking Plate.
   • WARNING: The housing of this unit gets hot during use. Always use the handle on the lid to open and close the unit. To prevent burns, never touch baking plates while hot. Always use oven mitts to protect your hands when opening and closing the unit as steam may emit from the sides and can cause burns
6. The green Ready-to-Bake light cycles off and on during the baking cycle as the unit maintains the baking temperature.
   • NOTE: If you are preparing a fresh pizza ensure your dough is rolled out no larger than 12”(30.5cm) in diameter. Your Pizza Maker Plus accommodates a 12”(30.5cm) pizza.
7. Wearing oven mitts use the handle to lift the lid into the upright position. Carefully place your homemade or frozen pizza onto the Bottom Nonstick Baking Plate.
8. Close lid and allow to bake.
9. Most pizzas will be ready in approximately 10-25 minutes or until the cheese bubbles and turns golden brown. Recipes may vary in baking times depending on the thickness of the crust, type of crust, toppings used on your pizza and personal preference. Fresh pizzas will brown quicker than frozen pizzas. A thin crust will take less time than a thick crust. Take note of the perfect baking times for each type of pizza you create for future reference.
10. Wear oven mitts, and carefully open the unit using the handle. To test if the crust is baked all the way through insert a toothpick into the center of the pizza. If the toothpick comes out dry the crust is baked all the way through. You can also use a rubber-tipped spatula to lift up an edge of the pizza to check if the bottom crust has browned to your preference.
    • NOTE: If necessary continue baking for 1 or 2 minutes until desired results are achieved.
11. When baking is complete, unplug the power cord from the outlet.
    • CAUTION: Wear oven mitts, and remove the pizza from the unit using a utensil safe for nonstick surfaces. Do not use metal utensils or cutting devices as they may damage the nonstick surface of the cooking plates.
12. Once the pizza is removed from the Bottom Baking Plate and placed on a cutting board cut into slices and serve.

Baking Additional Pizzas

1. If additional pizzas are required, keep the Pizza Maker Plus lid closed to retain heat. Always wait until the green Ready-to-Bake Indicator Light illuminates before making more pizza.
2. Additional pizza may bake quicker than your first baked pizza as extra heat has been retained inside your Pizza Maker Plus. It may be necessary to adjust to a shorter baking time.

Care and Cleaning

• Always ensure the Pizza Maker Plus is unplugged and cool before moving, cleaning or storing. Wipe the baking plates with a clean, damp cloth. If pizza dough remains on the nonstick baking plates, pour a small amount of cooking oil on the hardened pizza dough. Allow the oil to set for 5 minutes, then wipe clean
  with a paper towel or soft cloth. To remove stubborn stains, use a soft nylon brush or other cleaning utensil safe for nonstick surfaces.
• WARNING: Do not immerse the unit, cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not pour or run water onto any part of the unit. Do not place in dishwasher. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleansers on any part of the appliance. The exterior of the unit may be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Wind cord around convenient cord wrap on base. Ensure the unit is clean and dry before storing.

RECIPES

Gold MedalTM Classic Pizza Dough

• ½ cup water
• 1 package regular or 2 ¼ teaspoons of fast-acting dry yeast
• 1 ¼ to 1½ cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
• 1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• In a 1-quart saucepan, heat the water over medium heat until warm and an instant-read thermometer reads 40°C (105°F) to 46°C (115°F). In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. With a wooden spoon, stir in half of the flour and all of the oil, salt, and sugar. Stir in enough of the remaining
  flour, 1/4 cup at a time, until dough is easy to handle and pulls away from
  the side of the bowl.
• Sprinkle flour lightly on a countertop or large cutting board. Place dough on a floured surface. Knead by folding the dough toward you, then with the heels
  of your hands, pushing the dough away from you with a short rocking motion. Move dough a quarter turn and repeat. Continue kneading for approximately 10 minutes, sprinkling the surface with more flour if the dough starts to stick until the dough is smooth and springy. Spray a large bowl with the cooking spray. Place dough in bowl, turning dough to grease all sides. Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap; let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.
• Remove plastic wrap and gently push your fist into the dough to deflate it. Cover bowl loosely with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 48 hours. (If dough should double in size during refrigeration, gently push fist into dough to deflate it.)

Naan Pizza

• 8”(20cm) or 12”(30,5cm) naan flatbread
• ½ teaspoon olive oil
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 oz)
• 3 cherry tomatoes, halved
• Salt and pepper
• 3 fresh basil leaves, coarsely torn
• Pre-heat Pizza Maker Plus until the green Ready-to-Bake Indicator Light illuminates.
• While your Pizza Maker Plus is pre-heating, assemble “pizza”, and band rush oil over one side of bread. Top with cheese and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Carefully place your Naan pizza onto the Nonstick Baking Plate once your Pizza Maker Plus has pre-heated. Close the lid and bake for 1 to 2 minutes or just until cheese is melted. With a utensil suitable for Nonstick surfaces, carefully remove the pizza from the Pizza Maker Plus. Sprinkle with basil. Cut into slices on a cutting board and serve.

Treat Pizza

• 1 package of Betty Crocker™ Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix
• 2 cups softened chocolate chip ice cream or frozen yogurt
• 1 cup mini candy-coated baking bits
• 13” (33cm) circle of parchment paper
• Pre-heat Pizza Maker Plus until the green Ready-to-Bake Indicator Light illuminates.
• While your Pizza Maker Plus is pre-heating, prepare cookie mix according to the directions on the package.
• Roll cookie mix into a 12” circle and center on parchment paper.
• Insert your rolled cookie mix into Pizza Maker Plus with the parchment paper on the bottom. Parchment paper will prevent the bottom of the cookie from burning.
• Close and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes.
• Unplug Pizza Maker Plus, leave the lid closed, and allow your cookie to cool inside your Pizza Maker Plus.
• When your cookie has cooled, place it on a serving tray spread softened ice cream or frozen yogurt over the cookie, and sprinkle with mini candy-coated baking bits.
• Place Treat Pizza in the freezer until the ice cream has hardened.
• Remove from the freezer and cut into slices.

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