Please make sure to read the enclosed Ninja® Owner’s Guide prior to using your unit.

XL 2-BASKET AIR FRYER

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+ COOKING CHARTS
+ 15 IRRESISTIBLE RECIPES
 Using DualZone™ Technology Using DualZone Technology
Smart Finish Match Cook
Cooking 2 foods using 2 different functions, temps, or cook times? Cooking the same food in each zone?
Program each zone and use SMART FINISH to have both zones finish Set Zone 1 and use MATCH COOK to automatically match settings to Zone 2.
at the same time.

STEP 1: Program Zone 1 STEP 1: Program Zone 1

• Place food in baskets. • Place food in baskets.
• The unit defaults to Zone 1. • The unit defaults to Zone 1.
• Turn the dial to select a cooking • Turn the dial to select a cooking function
function (e.g., AIR FRY). e.g., AIR FRY).

STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature
•U  se the TEMP arrows to set the temperature. •U  se the TEMP arrows to set the temperature.
• Use the TIME arrows to set the time. • Use the TIME arrows to set the time.

STEP 3: Program Zone 2 STEP 3: Begin Cooking

•S  elect Zone 2 by pressing 2. • Press MATCH COOK.
• Turn the dial to select a cooking function • Press center of dial to begin cooking.
(e.g., ROAST), and repeat Step 2.

NOTE: To pause a zone or cancel time in a

STEP 4: Begin Cooking zone, refer to page 6 for further instructions.

•S  elect SMART FINISH.

• Press center of dial to begin cooking.
• The zone with the shorter cook time
will display HOLD.

NOTE: To ensure a synchronized cook time

completion, press the dial to START/PAUSE.
Refer to page 6 for further instructions.

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 Using Two Zones Using a Single Zone
Not worried about both zones finishing at the same time and want to shorten cook time? Only cooking one thing?
When Smart Finish or Match Cook are not selected, technology is integrated into the Fill a single zone and use it like a traditional air fryer.
design to automatically optimize the distribution of power when manually selecting two
zones with different cook times. This means the food in the zone with the longer cook time
may finish cooking before the set time ends. Check food frequently to avoid overcooking.

STEP 1: Program Zone 1

• Place food in basket.
• The unit defaults to Zone 1.
STEP 1: Program Zone 1 • Turn the dial to select a cooking
function (e.g., AIR FRY).
• Place food in baskets.
• The unit defaults to Zone 1.
• Turn the dial to select a cooking
function (e.g., AIR FRY).

NOTE: If you would like to cook in Zone 2 only,

first select Zone 2, then select a function.
STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature
•U  se the TEMP arrows to set the temperature.
STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature
• Use the TIME arrows to set the time. •U  se the TEMP arrows to set the temperature.
• Use the TIME arrows to set the time.

STEP 3: Program Zone 2

• Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for Zone 2. STEP 3: Begin Cooking
• Press center of dial to begin cooking.
+
STEP 4: Begin Cooking
•P  ress center of dial to begin cooking.
• Check food frequently to avoid overcooking.

NOTE: For best results, start checking food for doneness before cook time ends. Stop
cooking at any time if the desired level of crispiness has been achieved, but make sure any
raw proteins have reached a food-safe temperature.

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 Pausing and Ending Cook Times

Pausing Time in a Single Zone (While Both Zones Are Running)

STEP 1: Pausing a Single Zone

• Select the zone you want to pause (e.g., Zone 1).
• Press center of dial to pause cooking.

READY TO
NOTE: In SMART FINISH mode, we recommend pressing the dial to pause both
START COOKING?
zones. Pausing only one zone will impact a synchronized finish time.

STEP 2: Resume Cooking

Learn how to make complete meals
• To resume cooking, press center of dial.
that are done at the same time.

Ending the Cook Time in One Zone (While Using Both Zones)
FLIP TO FIND:
Single Zone & DualZoneTM
Technology Cooking Charts 8

STEP 1: Select Zone

SMART FINISH Recipe Charts 14
•S
 elect the zone you want to stop cooking in
(e.g., Zone 1).

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STEP 2: Adjust Time
•P
 ress the down TIME arrow to bring time down
to 0.

STEP 3: Resume Cooking

•A  fter 3 seconds, END will appear on
the display.
• Cooking will continue in the other zone.

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 For best results,
Air Fry Cooking Chart shake or toss often.
NOTE: Don't see the food you're looking for in the charts below? Find a similar food, and decrease cook time by 25%. For frozen foods,
decrease the cook time on the packaging by 25%. For best results, check on food often, increasing cook time if necessary. To pause both zones
while using two zones,
TIP: If cooking smaller amounts of food, use the recommended temperature, but reduce the time. For best results, check food periodically press center of dial.
and shake or toss it often until it reaches the desired doneness. SINGLE ZONE DUALZONE To pause an individual zone
when cooking in one zone when cooking in both zones
INGREDIENT AMOUNT PER ZONE PREPARATION TOSS IN OIL TEMP and not using the other zone. using Smart Finish or Match Cook. while both zones are cooking,
press the zone you would
VEGETABLES
like to pause, then press
Asparagus 2 bunches Stems trimmed, cut in 2-inch pieces 2 tsp 390°F 10–13 mins 16–20 mins center of dial.
Beets 6–7 small Whole None 390°F 30–35 mins 35–40 mins To resume cooking,
press center of dial again.
Bell peppers (for roasting) 4 small peppers Whole None 390°F 10–15 mins 15–20 mins
Use these cook times as a guide,
Broccoli 2 heads Cut in 1-inch florets 1 Tbsp 390°F 10–13 mins 24–28 mins adjusting to your preference.

Brussels sprouts 2 lbs Cut in half, stem removed 1 Tbsp 400°F 17–20 mins 24–30 mins

Butternut squash 2 lbs Cut in 1–2-inch pieces 1 Tbsp 390°F 22–25 mins 35–40 mins Shake your food
Carrots 2 lbs Peeled, cut in 1/2-inch pieces 1 Tbsp 390°F 15–18 mins 27–32 mins We recommend shaking your
food at least twice during the
1 heads Cut in 1-inch florets 1 Tbsp 390°F 18–20 mins 22–25 mins
Cauliflower cooking cycle for best results.
2 heads Cut in 1-inch florets 2 Tbsp 390°F 20–23 mins 25–30 mins

Corn on the cob 2 ears, cut in half Husks removed 1 Tbsp 390°F 12–15 mins 18–20 mins

Green beans 2 bags (12 oz each) Trimmed 1 Tbsp 390°F 14–16 mins 18–22 mins

Kale (for chips) 5 cups, packed Torn in pieces, stems removed None 300°F 7–9 mins 15–20 mins

Mushrooms 1 lb Rinsed, cut in quarters 1 Tbsp 390°F 9–13 mins 13–15 mins

1 lbs Hand-cut fries*, thick 1/2–2 Tbsp, canola 400°F 19–24 mins 28–35 mins

Potatoes, russet 2 lbs Cut in 1-inch wedges 1 Tbsp 400°F 23–27 mins 40–45 mins
*Allow raw fries to soak in cold
water for at least 30 minutes 2 lbs Hand-cut fries*, thin 1/2–3 Tbsp, canola 400°F 24–29 mins 37–42 mins
to remove unnecessary
starch. Pat dry for best
results.
2 lbs Hand-cut fries*, thick 1/2–3 Tbsp, canola 400°F 26–31 mins 42–47 mins OR
3 whole (6–8 oz) Pierced with fork 3 times None 400°F 30–35 mins 37–40 mins Toss with
2 lbs Cut in 1-inch chunks 1 Tbsp 400°F 22–26 mins 38–42 mins
silicone-tipped
Potatoes, sweet tongs
3 whole (6–8 oz) Pierced with fork 3 times None 400°F 36–42 mins 40–45 mins

Cut in quarters lengthwise,

Zucchini 2 lbs 1 Tbsp 390°F 20–24 mins 28–32 mins
then cut in 1-inch pieces

POULTRY

Whole Chicken 5 lbs Bone in Brushed with oil 350°F 45–50 mins 55–60 mins

2 breasts (3/4–1 1/2 lbs each) Bone in Brushed with oil 390°F 25–30 mins 30–35 mins
Chicken breasts
4 breasts ( 1/2–3/4 lb each) Boneless Brushed with oil 390°F 22–24 mins 25–28 mins

4 thighs (6–10 oz each) Bone in Brushed with oil 390°F 26–30 mins 36–40 mins
Chicken thighs
4 thighs (4–8 oz each) Boneless Brushed with oil 390°F 18–22 mins 25–28 mins

2 lbs Drumettes & flats 1 Tbsp 390°F 18–22 mins 40–45 mins

Chicken wings 3 lbs Drumettes & flats 1 Tbsp 390°F 41–45 mins 55–65 mins

4 lbs Drumettes & flats 1 Tbsp 390°F 45–50 mins 65–70 mins

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 For best results,
Air Fry Cooking Chart, continued shake or toss often.
NOTE: Reference these charts to prepare large family meals or crowd-pleasing appetizers for entertaining. Once you get the hang of
capacities and cook times, mix and match foods to dazzle your family and friends. To pause both zones
while using two zones,
TIP: If cooking smaller amounts of food, use the recommended temperature, but reduce the time. For best results, check food periodically press center of dial.
and shake or toss it often until it reaches the desired doneness. SINGLE ZONE DUALZONE
when cooking in one zone when cooking in both zones
INGREDIENT AMOUNT PER ZONE PREPARATION TOSS IN OIL TEMP and not using the other zone. using Smart Finish or Match Cook.
To pause an individual zone
while both zones are cooking,
FISH & SEAFOOD press the zone you would
Crab cakes 4 cakes (6–8 oz each) None Brushed with oil 390°F 8–12 mins 10–13 mins like to pause, then press
center of dial.
Lobster tails 4 tails (3–4 oz each) Whole None 390°F 5–8 mins 15–18 mins
To resume cooking,
2 fillets (4 oz each) None Brushed with oil 400°F 7–10 mins 12–14 mins
press center of dial again.
Salmon fillets 3 fillets (4 oz each) None Brushed with oil 400°F 7–12 mins 13–17 mins
Use these cook times as a guide,
4 fillets (4 oz each) None Brushed with oil 400°F 7–12 mins 16–20 mins adjusting to your preference.

Whole, peeled,
Shrimp 2 lbs 1 Tbsp 390°F 11–15 mins 15–19 mins
tails on
Shake your food
BEEF We recommend shaking your
food at least twice during the
Burgers 2 quarter-pound patties, 80% lean 1/2 inch thick Brushed with oil 390°F 8–10 mins 10–13 mins
cooking cycle for best results.
Steaks 2 steaks (8 oz each) Whole Brushed with oil 390°F 10–20 mins 14–22 mins

PORK

Bacon 3 strips, cut in half None None 350°F 8–10 mins 9–12 mins

2 thick-cut, bone-in chops

Bone in Brushed with oil 390°F 15–17 mins 23–27 mins
Pork chops (10–12 oz each)

4 boneless chops (6 oz each) Boneless Brushed with oil 390°F 18–22 mins 24–26 mins

Pork tenderloins 2 lbs None Brushed with oil 375°F 20–24 mins 32–38 mins

Sausages 5 sausages None None 390°F 7–10 mins 18–22 mins

FROZEN FOODS
OR
Chicken cutlets 3 cutlets None None 400°F 18–21 mins 20–25 mins
Toss with
Chicken nuggets 2 boxes (12 oz each) None None 390°F 16–18 mins 21–25 mins silicone-tipped
Fish fillets 1 box (6 fillets) None None 390°F 14–16 mins 17–22 mins tongs
Fish sticks 24 fish sticks None None 390°F 14–18 mins 22–26 mins

1 lbs None None 400°F 18–22 mins 28–32 mins

French fries 2 lbs None None 400°F 28–33 mins 48–53 mins

3 lbs None None 400°F 48–53 mins 55–60 mins

Mozzarella sticks 2 boxes (11 oz each) None None 375°F 10–13 mins 15–18 mins

Pot stickers 2 bags (10.5 oz) None 1 Tbsp 390°F 12–14 mins 16–18 mins

Pizza rolls 1 1/2 bags (60 count) None None 390°F 17–21 mins 20–24 mins

Popcorn shrimp 2 boxes (14–16 oz) None None 390°F 14–16 mins 20–24 mins

Sweet potato fries 2 lbs None None 375°F 24–28 mins 34–38 mins

Tater tots 2 lbs None None 375°F 22–26 mins 30–34 mins

Onion Rings 1 lb None None 375°F 16–18 mins 22–26 mins

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Dehydrate Chart
SINGLE ZONE DUALZONE
when cooking in one zone when cooking in both zones
INGREDIENTS PREPARATION TEMP and not using the other zone. using Smart Finish or Match Cook.

FRUITS & VEGETABLES TIMES ARE THE SAME FOR BOTH ZONES

Apples Cored, cut in 1 /8 -inch slices, rinsed in lemon water, patted dry 135°F 7–8 hours

Asparagus Cut in 1-inch pieces, blanched 135°F 6–8 hours

Bananas Peeled, cut in 3/8 -inch slices 135°F 8–10 hours

Beets Peeled, cut in 1 /8 -inch slices 135°F 6–8 hours

Eggplant Peeled, cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, blanched 135°F 6–8 hours

Fresh herbs Rinsed, patted dry, stems removed 135°F 4 hours

Ginger root Cut in 3/8 -inch slices 135°F 6 hours

Mangoes Peeled, cut in 3/8 -inch slices, pit removed 135°F 6–8 hours

Mushrooms Cleaned with soft brush (do not wash) 135°F 6–8 hours

Pineapple Peeled, cored, cut in 3/8 –1 /2 -inch slices 135°F 6–8 hours

Strawberries Cut in half or in 1 /2 -inch slices 135°F 6–8 hours

Tomatoes Cut in 3/8 -inch slices or grated; steam if planning to rehydrate 135°F 6–8 hours

MEAT, POULTRY, FISH

Beef jerky Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight 150°F 5–7 hours

Chicken jerky Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight 150°F 5–7 hours

Turkey jerky Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight 150°F 5–7 hours

Salmon jerky Cut in 1 /4 -inch slices, marinated overnight 150°F 3–5 hours

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 Using DualZone Technology: SMART FINISH
TM

SMART FINISH eliminates the need for back-to-back cooking. Now you can cook two
different foods with two different cook times, and watch as they finish at the same time. NOTE: For all recipes in this chart, season with salt and pepper as desired.
Simply program each zone, and let the SMART FINISH feature do the rest.
SET BOTH ZONES
CHOOSE ANY TWO ADD ONE RECIPE PER ZONE AND USE SMART FINISH
RECIPE AMOUNT MIX OR COMBINE THESE INGREDIENTS FUNCTION TEMP/TIME

Crab Cakes 4 crab cakes Brush with melted butter Air Fry 390°F | 20 minutes

¹/₂ cup balsamic vinegar

Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes 2 pints cherry tomatoes Roast 390°F | 15 minutes
1 Tbsp canola oil

1 Tbsp canola oil

Maple Sage Pork Chops 3–4 boneless pork chops (4 oz each) Roast 390°F | 22–25 minutes
1 Tbsp maple syrup

2 Tbsp canola oil

Cajun Russet Potatoes 6 medium potatoes, diced Air Fry 400°F | 50 minutes
2 Tbsp Cajun seasoning

¹/₄ cup ketchup, ¹/₄ cup yellow mustard,

Classic Meatloaf 1 lb meatloaf mix (beef, pork, veal) 1 egg, ¹/₂ cup panko breadcrumbs, Air Fry 330°F | 35 minutes
¹/₄ cup Parmesan cheese

2 Tbsp canola oil

Green Beans with Almonds 24 oz green beans, ends trimmed Air Fry 390°F | 20 minutes
¹/₂ cup sliced almonds

2 Tbsp miso paste, 1 teaspoon canola oil

Miso Glazed Salmon 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) Air Fry 390°F | 18 minutes
Rub onto salmon

2 Tbsp canola oil, ¹/₄ cup honey,

Honey Hazelnut Brussels Sprouts 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, cut in half Air Fry 390°F | 30–35 minutes
¹/₂ cup chopped hazelnuts

Buffalo Chicken Thighs 4 boneless skin-on chicken thighs (4–5 oz each) 1 cup buffalo sauce, toss with chicken Air Fry 400°F | 27 minutes

Plant Based "Meat" Burger 1 lb plant-based ground "meat" (4 4-oz patties) 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp minced onion Air Fry 375°F | 20 minutes

Mediterranean Cauliflower 1 head cauliflower, cut in ¹/₂-inch florets ¹/₂ cup tahini, 2 Tbsp canola oil Air Fry 390°F | 35 minutes

French Fries 2 lbs French fries Season as desired Air Fry 400°F | 50–55 minutes

NOTE: For your own best results, start checking food for doneness 2 minutes before cook
time ends. Stop cooking at any time if the desired level of crispiness has been achieved,
but make sure any raw proteins have reached a food-safe temperature.

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 BONELESS BARBECUE PORK BUFFALO CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
CHOPS WITH SQUASH & PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
GREEN BEAN MELODY
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 40 MINUTES | MAKES: 4–8 SERVINGS 1 package (8 ounces) 1 
In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese,
cream cheese, softened 4 ounces of the shredded cheese, and Buffalo
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 8 ounces shredded Mexican sauce. After mixing, fold in diced chicken.
blend cheese 2 
Pour 1/2 can of enchilada sauce into each basket.
12 ounces green beans, 1 In a medium bowl, toss green beans,
trimmed, cut in half butternut squash, olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons prepared Buffalo 3 
Lay out 8 tortillas, then divide 4 ounces of
and pepper. sauce the cream cheese between the 8 tortillas
1 package (20 ounces) of
9 ounces pre-cooked carved (roughly 3 tablespoons for each). Roll one
pre-cut butternut squash 2 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place
chicken breast, diced at a time, then place snugly in the Zone 1
1 / tablespoons olive oil
1 2 pork chops in the Zone 1 basket. Season
basket. Repeat this step with the remaining
each pork chop with the remaining teaspoon 2 cans (10 ounces each)
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided tortillas and cream cheese, placing the rolled
of salt and evenly add barbecue sauce on enchilada sauce tortillas in the Zone 2 Basket. Top both
1 teaspoon ground black pepper top. Insert basket in unit. Place vegetables in
16 5-inch corn tortillas baskets of rolled tortillas with the remaining
the Zone 2 basket, then insert basket in unit.
4 frozen boneless pork chops can of enchilada sauce.
/ cup sliced scallions
1 4
(roughly 5 ounces each, no more 3 S
 elect Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set
4 
Insert both baskets in unit. Select Zone 1,
than 2 inches thick) temperature to 400°F, and set time to
select AIRFRY, set temperature to 375°F, and
30 minutes. Select Zone 2, select AIRFRY,
/ cup pre-made barbecue sauce
1 2
set time to 20 minutes. Select MATCH COOK
set temperature to 400°F, and set time to
to match Zone 2 settings with Zone 1. Press
40 minutes. Press center of dial to begin
center of dial to begin cooking.
cooking.
5 
When the time reaches 5 minutes, press
4 W
 hen Zone 1 time reaches 0, check pork
center of dial to pause cooking. Remove
chops for doneness; they should reach
baskets from unit and sprinkle the enchiladas
an internal temperature of 145°F. Gently
with the remaining shredded cheese.
transfer to a serving dish and allow them to
Reinsert baskets and press center of dial
rest while the vegetables finish cooking.
to resume cooking.
5 W
 hen Zone 2 time reaches 0, transfer the
6 
When cooking is complete, remove
vegetables to a bowl and serve with pork
enchiladas from baskets, sprinkle with
chops.
chopped scallions, and serve.

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 BUFFALO TOFU WITH CHEESY TATER TOTS
RANCH DIPPING SAUCE WITH GRAVY
PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 25 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 5 MINUTES | COOK: 40 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS

2 containers (14 or 16 ounces 1 In a medium bowl, add half the tofu and toss 1 bag (2 pounds) frozen tater tots 1 
Install crisper plate in the Zone 1 basket.
each) extra firm tofu, cut in with 1/3 cup cornstarch until the tofu is evenly 1 medium white onion, peeled, Add tater tots, then insert basket in unit.
1-inch cubes, divided coated. For best results, place coated tofu small diced 2 
Add diced onion, garlic, canola oil, salt, and
/ cup cornstarch, divided
2 3 in a mesh strainer and sift away any excess pepper to Zone 2 basket (without crisper
cornstarch. Generously spray the tofu with 1 clove garlic, peeled, minced
Nonstick cooking spray plate). Toss to evenly coat the onion, then
nonstick cooking spray. 1 tablespoon canola oil insert basket in unit.
/ cup prepared Buffalo sauce
1 2
2 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place / teaspoon kosher salt
1 2
3 
Select Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature
/ cup prepared ranch
1 4 the prepared tofu in the Zone 1 basket, then to 390°F, and set time to 40 minutes. Select
/ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 4
dipping sauce insert basket in unit. Zone 2, select AIRFRY, set temperature to
1 jar (18 ounces) gravy
3 R
 epeat Step 1 with the remaining tofu and 350°F, and set time to 25 minutes. Press
cornstarch. Place the tofu in the Zone 2 / cup water
1 4
center of dial to begin cooking.
basket, then insert basket in unit. / teaspoon smoked paprika
1 2
4 
When Zone 1 time reaches 25 minutes,
4 S
 elect Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature 7 ounces shredded whole milk press center of dial to pause cooking.
to 390°F, and set time to 25 minutes. Select mozzarella cheese Remove basket from unit and give the
MATCH COOK to match Zone 2 settings with basket a light toss. Reinsert basket and
/ cup sliced scallions or chives
1 4
Zone 1. Press center of dial to begin cooking. press center of dial to resume cooking.
5 W
 hen the time reaches 15 minutes, press 5 
When Zone 2 time reaches 10 minutes,
center of dial to pause cooking. Remove press center of dial to pause cooking.
baskets from unit and shake tofu. Reinsert Removebasket from unit and add gravy
baskets and press center of dial to resume and water. Stir mixture with a wooden
cooking. spoon or rubber spatula. Reinsert basket
6 W
 hen the time reaches 5 minutes, press center and press center of dial to resume cooking.
of dial to pause cooking. Remove baskets 6 
When Zone 1 time reaches 6 minutes, press
from unit and shake tofu. Reinsert baskets center of dial to pause cooking. Remove
and press center of dial to resume cooking. basket from unit, sprinkle tater tots with
7 W
 hen cooking is complete, transfer the tofu to paprika, and give the basket a light toss.
a large bowl and toss with Buffalo sauce until Top tater tots with mozzarella. Reinsert
evenly coated. basket and press center of dial to resume
cooking.
8 Serve tofu with ranch dipping sauce.
7 
When cooking is complete, transfer tater
tots to a serving plate and top with gravy
and scallions.

TIP: For crispier, crunchier results, wrap tofu in

paper towels before Step 1. Press the wrapped
tofu under a 5-pound weight for 30 minutes,
rewrapping the tofu with fresh paper towels
every 10 minutes.

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 CHICKEN TENDERS CRESCENT ROLL CALZONES
& CURLY FRIES PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 15 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

PREP: 1 MINUTE | COOK: 38 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
/ cup all-purpose flour,
1 4 1 
Lightly dust your work surface with flour.
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
for dusting Spread the crescent rolls out and gently cut
1 1 /2 pounds frozen breaded 1 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place along the perforated lines, creating a total of
2 cans (8 ounces each) crescent
chicken tenders chicken tenders in the Zone 1 basket, then 8 rectangles of dough, each of which is made
roll, original
1 1 /2 pounds frozen curly insert basket in unit. Place curly fries in the up of 2 connected triangles. Be careful not to
Zone 2 basket, then insert basket in unit. 1 jar (14 ounces) of pizza sauce disconnect them.
French fries
2 S
 elect Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature 7 ounces shredded part skim 2 
Add 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce to the
OPTIONAL CONDIMENTS to 390°F, and set time to 28 minutes. Select mozzarella cheese middle of 4 dough rectangles, leaving a 1 /2 -
Ketchup, as desired Zone 2, select AIRFRY, set temperature to inch perimeter. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of
400°F, and set time to 38 minutes. Select OPTIONAL TOPPINGS cheese and add optional toppings as desired.
Yellow mustard, as desired SMART FINISH. Press center of dial to begin Sliced pepperoni 3 
Over each of the four dough rectangles
cooking.
2 ounces pre-cooked bacon with sauce and toppings, place one of the
3 W
 hen Zone 2 time reaches 24 minutes, untouched rectangles of dough. Using your
/ cup diced bell peppers
1 4
press center of dial to pause cooking. fingers or a fork, form a calzone by sealing
Remove basket from unit and shake / cup pre-sliced button
1 4
the two layers of dough together with the
curly fries. Reinsert basket and press mushrooms filling in the middle.
center of dial to resume cooking.
4 
Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Gently
4 W
 hen Zone 1 and 2 times reach 14 minutes, transfer the calzones to both baskets, fitting
press center of dial to pause cooking. Remove two per basket. Insert baskets in unit.
baskets from unit and shake. Reinsert baskets
5 
Select Zone 1, select BAKE, set temperature
and press center of dial to resume cooking.
to 325°F, and set time to 15 minutes. Select
5 W
 hen cooking is complete, transfer MATCH COOK to match Zone 2 settings with
chicken tenders and curly French fries Zone 1. Press center of dial to begin cooking.
to a serving plate. Serve with optional
6 
When cooking is complete, allow calzones
condiments as desired.
to cool in baskets for 3 minutes. Transfer
calzones to a plate and serve with remaining
warmed pizza sauce for dipping.

TIP: For an extra kick, season the top of

each calzone with Italian seasoning.

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 FROZEN SALMON & PARMESAN HONEY GARLIC MEATBALLS
ASPARAGUS PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 36 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS

PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 22 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
3 pounds of 1 /2 -ounce frozen 1 
Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
prepared Italian meatballs, half the meatballs in the Zone 1 basket, then
2 tablespoons Montreal 1 In a small bowl, mix together steak divided insert basket in unit. Place the other half in
steak Seasoning seasoning and brown sugar. the Zone 2 basket, then insert basket in unit.
8 cloves garlic, peeled, minced
3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 Rub tops of each salmon fillet with 2 
Select Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature
/ cup honey
1 2

4 uncooked frozen salmon filets 1 teaspoon oil, then cover fillets generously to 400°F, and set time to 36 minutes. Select
with seasoning and sugar mixture. Set aside. / cup ketchup
1 3
MATCH COOK to match Zone 2 settings with
(6 ounces each)
3 In a large bowl, toss asparagus with 2 tablespoons soy sauce Zone 1. Press center of dial to begin cooking.
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
remaining 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and pepper. 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, 3 
In a medium bowl, combine remaining
2 pounds asparagus, ends
4 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place chopped ingredients and mix well.
trimmed
the fillets in the Zone 1 basket, skin side 4 W
 hen the time reaches 20 minutes, press
Kosher salt, as desired down, then insert basket in unit. Place the center of dial to pause cooking. Remove
Ground black pepper, as desired asparagus in the Zone 2 basket, then insert baskets from unit and shake the meatballs.
1 /4 cup shredded Parmesan basket in unit. Reinsert baskets and press center of dial to
cheese, divided 5 Select Zone 1, select BROIL, and set time to resume cooking.
22 minutes. Select Zone 2, select AIRFRY, 5 
When the time reaches 6 minutes, minutes,
set temperature to 390°F, and set time to 17 press center of dial to pause cooking.
minutes. Select SMART FINISH. Press center Remove Zone 1 basket from unit, and pour
of dial to begin cooking. meatballs into a large bowl. Pour half the
6 When the Zone 2 time reaches 7 minutes, honey garlic sauce into the large bowl with
remove basket from unit and toss aspargus. the meatballs and toss to evenly coat. Place
Reinsert basket to continue cooking. meatballs back into Zone 1 basket and
reinsert basket. Repeat this step with the
7 When Zone 2 time reaches 2 minutes, Zone 2 basket, then press center of dial to
remove basket from unit, sprinkle half the resume cooking.
Parmesan cheese over the aspargus, and
give the basket a light toss. Reinsert basket 6 
When cooking is complete, transfer
to continue cooking. meatballs to a bowl. Top with chopped
parsley and serve.
8 When cooking is complete, transfer fillets
and asparagus to serving plate. Sprinkle
the remaining Parmesan cheese over the
asparagus and serve.

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 JERK-RUBBED PORK LOIN PEANUT BUTTER CUP PUFF
WITH CARROTS & SAGE PASTRY
PREP: 10 MINUTES | MARINATE: 10 MINUTES–3 DAYS | COOK: 40 MINUTES PREP: 15 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: 11 MINUTES | MAKES: 9 SERVINGS
MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
2 pounds pork tenderloins 1 P
 lace pork loins in a pan or high-walled dish. 1 sheet puff pastry, cut in 1 O
 n a clean work surface, gently press down
(1 1 /2 pounds each) Blot dry with a paper towel. Use your hands 9 squares on a puff pastry square to slightly expand the
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided to rub 4 teaspoons of canola oil evenly over 18 peanut butter cups surface area. Then place 2 peanut butter cups
the pork, then use your hands to rub the jerk in the center.
4 tablespoons jerk seasoning seasoning evenly over it. Wrap pork loins in 2 P
 ull each corner of the puff pastry dough over
2 pounds of carrots, peeled, plastic wrap or seal in a plastic bag and place the peanut butter cups then pinch the top to
cut in 1-inch pieces in the refrigerator to marinate for 10 minutes– seal. Repeat this with the remaining corners
3 days. and seal as necessary.
1 teaspoon of kosher salt
2 In a medium bowl, toss carrots with remaining 3 R
 epeat steps 1 and 2 with remaining puff
2 tablespoons honey
canola oil and salt. pastry squares and peanut butter cups.
/ teaspoon chopped sage
1 2
3 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place 4 P
 lace 5 puff pastries in the Zone 1 basket,
marinated pork loins in the Zone 1 basket, then insert basket in unit. Place remaining 4
then insert basket in unit. Place carrots in the puff pastries in the Zone 2 basket, then insert
Zone 2 basket, then insert basket in unit. basket in unit.
4 S
 elect Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature 5 S
 elect Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature
to 390°F, and set time to 30 minutes. Select to 390°F, and set time to 11 minutes. Select
Zone 2, select AIRFRY, set temperature to MATCH COOK to match Zone 2 settings to
400°F, and set time to 40 minutes. Press Zone 1. Press center dial to begin cooking.
center of dial to begin cooking.
6 W
 hen cooking is complete, remove baskets
5 W
 hen Zone 1 time reaches 0, check pork loins from unit and allow to cool on counter for 3
for doneness; they should reach an internal minutes before serving.
temperature of 145°F. Transfer to a serving
dish or cutting board and allow to rest while
vegetables finish cooking.
6 W
 hen Zone 2 time reaches 0, transfer
vegetables to a serving bowl and drizzle
with honey and chopped sage. Cut pork loin
into slices of desired thickness and serve
with carrots.

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 SPICY ITALIAN SAUSAGE, SWEET POTATO SAUSAGE HASH
BELL PEPPER, MUSHROOM PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 50 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
& ONION SUBS
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS 2 pounds sweet potatoes, 1 
In a medium bowl, toss sweet potatoes
peeled, diced in 1 /2 -inch pieces with garlic, onion, pepper, salt, pepper, and
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS / cup minced garlic
1 4 canola oil.

1 medium onion, peeled, 1 In a medium bowl, toss together onion slices, 1 small onion, peeled, diced 2 
Install a crisper plate in the Zone 1 basket, add
thinly sliced bell pepper slices, mushrooms, canola oil, salt, 1/2 cup water and sweet potatoes, and insert
2 teaspoons kosher salt basket in unit. Spread out the ground sausage
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced, and pepper. Place vegetables in Zone 1 basket
(without crisper plate), then insert basket in unit. 1 teaspoon ground black pepper in the Zone 2 basket (without a crisper plate
seeds removed installed), then insert basket in unit.
2 Insert a crisper plate in Zone 2 basket and add 3 tablespoons of canola oil
2 green bell peppers, thinly 3 
Select Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature
sliced, seeds removed sausages, then insert basket in unit. / cup water
1 2
to 400°F, and set time to 50 minutes. Select
8 ounces baby Bella 3 S
 elect Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature 2 pounds mild ground breakfast Zone 2, select ROAST, set temperature to
mushrooms, sliced to 390°F, and set time to 30 minutes. Select sausage 350°F, and set time to 30 minutes. Select
Zone 2, select AIRFRY, set temperature to SMART FINISH. Press center of dial to begin
2 tablespoons canola oil / teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 2
390°F, and set time to 20 minutes. Press cooking.
1 teaspoon kosher salt center of dial to begin cooking. 1 tablespoon dried sage
4 
When Zone 1 and Zone 2 time reaches
/ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 2 4 W
 hen Zone 1 time reaches 20 minutes, press 1 1 /4 teaspoon chili powder
10 minutes, press center of dial to pause
center of dial to pause cooking. Remove 8 large eggs, poached or cooking. Remove baskets from unit. Shake
8 each spicy Italian sausage links
basket from unit and toss vegetables. Reinsert fried (optional) Zone 1 basket for 10 seconds. Reinsert basket
8 each sub rolls basket and press center of dial to resume
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, in unit. Use a wooden spoon to break up the
Yellow mustard, optional cooking. sausage in the Zone 2 basket. Reinsert basket
chopped for garnish (optional)
5 W
 hen Zone 1 time reaches 10 minutes, press and press center of dial to resume cooking.
Favorite hot sauce, for
center of dial to pause cooking. Remove 5 W
 hen Zone 1 time reaches 10 minutes,
serving (optional)
basket from unit and toss vegetables again. press center of dial to pause cooking.
Reinsert basket and press center of dial to Remove basket from unit and shake for 10
resume cooking. seconds. Reinsert basket and press center
6 W
 hen Zone 2 time reaches 0, remove of dial to resume cooking.
sausages from basket and allow them to rest 6 
When cooking is complete, remove both
on a serving dish. baskets from unit and combine the potatoes
7 W
 hen vegetables are complete, remove and sausage. Add the cinnamon, sage, and
basket from unit. Divide the onion, peppers, chili powder and mix thoroughly to form the
and mushrooms between the buns, then top hash.
with sausages and mustard, if desired. Serve 7 
Serve hash with poached or fried eggs on
warm. top and garnish with parsley and hot sauce
if desired.

TIP: To soften the sub rolls, place them on

top of the unit to warm while the other
ingredients are cooking.

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 TORTELLINI ALFREDO BAKE & CRESCENT ROLL-UPS
ROASTED GARLIC BROCCOLI WITH DELI TURKEY,
PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 45 MINUTES | MAKES: 6–8 SERVINGS
SWISS CHEESE & MUSTARD
PREP: 15 MINUTES | COOK: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
1 1 /2 heads (approx. 6 cups) 1 In a medium bowl, toss broccoli with olive oil,
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
broccoli, cut in 1 /2 -inch florets minced garlic, and 3/4 teaspoon of salt.
/ cup all-purpose flour,
1 4 1 
Lightly dust your work surface with flour.
1 1 /2 tablespoons olive oil 2 In a separate medium bowl, whisk together
for dusting Spread the crescent rolls out and gently cut
6 garlic cloves, peeled, minced alfredo sauce, water, 3/4 teaspoon salt,
2 cans (8 ounces each) along the perforated lines, creating a total
pepper, and half the mozzarella cheese.
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided crescent roll, original of 8 rectangles of dough, each of which is
3 P
 lace tortellini and sauce in the Zone 1 basket made up of 2 connected triangles. Be careful
1 1 /2 jars (15 ounces each) (without crisper plate installed). Evenly 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard not to disconnect them.
alfredo sauce sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and 8 slices of Swiss cheese 2 
Evenly spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon on a
/ cup water
1 4 panko breadcrumbs, then insert basket in unit.
8 slices of deli turkey meat rectangle of dough. Then top with one slice
Install a crisper plate in the Zone 2 basket,
1 teaspoon ground black pepper of cheese and one slice of turkey. Gently roll
then place broccoli in the basket and insert 1 tablespoon sesame
7 ounces shredded whole milk the short edge of the dough rectangle into
basket into unit. seeds, optional
mozzarella cheese, divided itself and continue to roll like a burrito. Once
4 S
 elect Zone 1, select BAKE, set temperature the roll-up meets the last edge of dough,
1 1 /2 pounds frozen plain tortellini to 350°F, and set time to 45 minutes. Select gently pinch together to create a seal.
/ cup panko bread crumbs
3 4 Zone 2, select ROAST, set temperature to Repeat this step with the remaining dough.
400°F, and set time to 20 minutes. Select
3 sprigs fresh basil, torn 3 
Gently lay the roll-ups seam-side down in
SMART FINISH. Press center of dial to begin
the baskets. Sprinkle tops of roll–ups with
cooking.
sesame seeds, if desired.
5 W
 hen Zone 2 time reaches 10 minutes,
4 
Insert both baskets in unit. Select Zone 1,
press center of dial to pause cooking.
select BAKE, set temperature to 325°F, and
Remove basket from unit and gently toss
set time to 30 minutes. Select MATCH COOK
broccoli. Reinsert basket and press center
to match Zone 2 settings with Zone 1. Press
of dial to resume cooking.
center of dial to begin cooking.
6 W
 hen Zone 1 time reaches 0, check tortellini
5 
When the time reaches 5 minutes, press
for doneness; they should be cooked al dente.
center of dial to pause cooking. Remove
Gently transfer to a serving dish, keeping
baskets and flip roll-ups so the bottom
most of the breadcrumbs and cheese on top.
sides are facing up. Reinsert baskets and
Garnish with torn basil leaves.
press center of dial to resume cooking.
7 W
 hen Zone 2 times reaches 0, transfer
6 
When cooking is complete, remove roll-ups
broccoli to a bowl and serve with tortellini.
from baskets and serve with more mustard
or other desired condiments.

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 FRENCH TOAST CROISSANTS Notes
WITH BREAKFAST SAUSAGE
PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 15 MINUTES | MAKES: 3–4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
3 large eggs 1 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. In a large
2 tablespoons whole milk bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon,
salt, and maple syrup.
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 
Place croissants in the egg mixture and flip to
/ teaspoon kosher salt
1 2
evenly coat both sides. Allow croissants to sit
2 tablespoons maple syrup, plus in egg mixture for 10 minutes. Place the coated
more for serving (optional) croissants in the Zone 1 basket, cut-side down,
4 cooked croissants, tips then insert basket in unit.
trimmed 3 
Place the sausage links in the Zone 2 basket,
8 small breakfast sausage links then insert basket in unit.
4 
S elect Zone 1, select AIR FRY, set temperature
to 375°F, and set time to 15 minutes. Select
MATCH COOK to match Zone 2 settings to
Zone 1. Press center of dial to begin cooking.
5 
When cooking is complete, serve French
toast croissants with sausage links and maple
syrup, as desired.

TIP: Leave the bread out for a few hours

before cooking so it can dry out a bit—it
will soak up more egg that way.
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