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Control °Freak

Farmer’s cheese, omelettes, and potato preparations offer different applications for the Control Freak. Browse recipes that use controlled heat settings, following the specific temperature and method for the dish.

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  • Fresh Farmer’s Cheese — Soft or Pressed

    Fresh Farmer’s Cheese — Soft or Pressed

    Make tender, creamy homemade farmer’s cheese with the precision of the Breville Control °Freak™. This easy, three-ingredient recipe uses carefully controlled milk temperatures to produce delicate fresh cheese…

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  • American Omelette

    American Omelette

    A perfectly tender American omelette made with eggs, butter, and precise Control Freak temperature control. Master the simple 310°F technique, then customize it with favorite cheeses, meats, vegetables,…

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  • Pomme Paillasson

    Pomme Paillasson

    Fine strands of potato are cooked in garlic-infused beef tallow to create a classic French potato cake with a deeply golden, exceptionally crisp crust and tender center, finished…

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  • Perfect Control Freak Poached Shrimp

    Perfect Control Freak Poached Shrimp

    Take full advantage of the precision of the Breville Control Freak induction cooker to produce exceptionally tender, juicy shrimp every time. By maintaining the poaching liquid at a…

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  • Classic French Onion Soup

    Classic French Onion Soup

    Deeply caramelized onions in a savory beef broth, topped with toasted baguette and a bubbling Gruyère-Parmesan crust, with stovetop and Control Freak methods.

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  • Browning Sausage with Controlled Heat

    For loose sausage destined for a sauce, moderate heat gives the fat time to render while the meat develops browned flavor. Pan temperature is a technique setting—not a…

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  • Control Freak Cast-Iron Toast

    Ingredients: 2 slices of your favorite bread Butter (optional) Preparation Preheat the Pan: Set your Control Freak to medium-low, roughly 275–325°F (135–160°C). Place the cast-iron pan on the…

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  • Bourbon Caramel Sauce

    Using the Breville Control Freak for this sauce ensures you’ll hit the perfect caramelization point without burning, making it ideal for controlled, repeatable results every time. Ingredients 1…

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  • Savory Pumpkin Dijon Grilled Cheese

    This upgraded grilled cheese takes a fall-inspired turn with a subtle layer of roasted pumpkin purée mixed with Dijon mustard, paired with creamy cheese and optional deli meat.…

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  • Parmesan Crisps 

    Parmesan Crisps 

    These crisps are terrific to float on top of Creamy Tomato Soup or Creamy Broccoli Soup for an extra kick of flavor. Ingredients 2 ounces grated fresh Parmesan…

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