Instructions for a Contempra Crepe Machine

Surprise party guests and make homemade crepes with the Contempra Crepe Machine.

The Contempra Crepe Machine, developed in the late 1970s by Thomas Manufacturing Inc., is considered a vintage cooking device. As an electric crepe maker, it was innovative technology at that time. It works nearly the same as newer models, complete with a Teflon surface to prevent sticking. Use it to make crepes, egg roll wrappers and even tortillas. Does this Spark an idea?

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Spray oil, if desired
Crepe batter
Rubber Spatula
Plate

Instructions

- 1
  
  Plug in the crepe machine and set it to the desired temperature. There is a thermostat control on this model. A light will turn on to alert you that the machine is ready. To test if the machine is hot enough for your batter, put a small drop of batter on the surface. If it sizzles, it is ready.
- 2
  
  Spray the surface lightly with oil if you want added nonstick power.
- 3
  
  Pour on 1/4 cup of crepe batter and spread it out with a rubber spatula or pick the crepe maker up by its handle and swirl the batter around to coat the surface.
- 4
  
  Slide it off, onto a plate, once the crepe is golden brown and pulling away at the edges.