Black+Decker Rice Cooker

How much rice can this cooker prepare?

The Black+Decker RC514 is designed to prepare up to 14 cups of cooked rice. It features a nonstick cooking bowl with water level markings to help you measure the correct amount of water for different quantities of rice.

What is the correct water-to-rice ratio?

For each rice measure of uncooked rice, fill the cooking bowl with water up to the corresponding water level marking inside the bowl. For example, for 1 measure of rice, add water to the 1-cup marking. The provided rice measure equals ¾ cup (6 fluid oz.).

How do I clean the nonstick cooking bowl?

Fill the bowl with hot, soapy water and let it stand for several minutes. Then, use a nylon scrubber along the sides and bottom, and rinse well. All removable parts should be washed in warm, soapy water and dried thoroughly.

Why is my rice boiling over?

Do not exceed the maximum rice capacity, and ensure the water level is appropriate for the amount of rice being cooked. Exceeding these limits will cause the rice to boil over.

How long should I let rice rest after cooking?

For best results, allow the rice to rest on the 'Warm' setting for 15 minutes with the lid on to further steam the rice before serving. This prevents the rice from sticking to the bottom of the bowl and improves texture.

Can I cook soups and stews in this rice cooker?

Yes, you can cook soups and stews by placing the desired ingredients into the cooking bowl and following the same steps as for cooking rice. However, you must manually switch the appliance to 'Warm' by pressing the control switch up when cooking is complete, as it will not automatically switch like it does for rice.