Breville BFP800XL User Manual 2

the Sous Chef

™

Instruction Book - Livret d’instructions

BFP800XL

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CONGRATULATIONS

on the purchase of your new

Breville Sous Chef

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CONTENTS

4 Breville recommends safety first

7 Know your Breville Sous Chef

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10 Assembling your Breville Sous

™

Chef

15 Basic processing techniques

16 Chopping with the S Blade

18 Puréeing with the

S Blade™

20 Mixing with the

S Blade™

21 Kneading with the

dough blade

22 Mini-bowl function

22 Slicing, shredding and grating

with the multi - function discs

26 Whipping with the

emulsifying disc

28 Food processing at a glance

32 Processing tips

33 Care, cleaning & storage

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36 Troubleshooting

40 Recipes

49 French

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

We at Breville are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products
with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition, we ask that
you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the
following precautions:

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• Carefully read all instructions before

operating the appliance for the first time
and save for future reference.

• Blades and cutting discs are sharp.

Handle them carefully.

• Remove and safely discard any

packaging materials and promotional
labels before using the appliance for the
first time.

• To eliminate a choking hazard for young

children, remove and safely discard the
protective cover fitted to the power plug
of this appliance.

• To protect against electrical shock, do not

immerse the power cord, power plug or
motor base in water or any other liquid.

• Do not place the appliance near

the edge of a bench or table during
operation. Ensure the surface is level,
clean and free of water. Vibration
during operation may cause the
appliance to move during use.

• Do not place the appliance on or near

a hot gas or electric burner, or where it
could touch any other source of heat.

• Do not use on a sink drain board.

• Always make sure the food processor is

completely assembled before operating.
The appliance will not operate unless
properly assembled.

• Ensure the POWER/OFF button has

been pressed and the power cord is
unplugged from the power outlet before
attaching any blade, disc or lid.

• Handle the food processor and

attachments with care. Blades and discs
are razor-sharp and should be kept out of
reach from children.

• Always secure the processing bowl onto

the motor base before attaching the
blades or discs.

• Do not allow the power cord to hang

over the edge of a table or counter, touch
hot surfaces or become knotted. Unwind
the power cord fully before use.

• Keep hands as well as spatulas and other

utensils away from moving blades or
discs while processing food, to prevent
the possibility of sever personal injury or
damage to the food processor. A plastic
spatula may be used, but only when the
food processor is stopped. Ensure the
POWER/OFF button has been pressed to
switch the motor off and remove the power
cord from the outlet before removing the
lid from the processing bowl.

• Avoid contact with moving parts. Never

push food down by hand when slicing or
shredding. Always use pusher.

• Make sure motor has completely

stopped before removing cover.

• Never store any blade or disc on motor

shaft. To reduce the risk of injury, no
blade or disc should be placed on the
shaft except when the bowl is properly
locked in place and the processor is in
use. Store blades and discs, as you would
sharp knives, out of reach of children.

• Be sure cover and feed tube are

securely locked in place before
operating food processor.

• Never try to override or tamper with

cover interlock mechanism.

• Always remove the plug from the

power outlet if the appliance is not
in use, before attempting to move
the appliance, before cleaning,
disassembling, assembling and when
storing the appliance.

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

• Some stiff mixtures, such as dough,

may cause the processing blade to
rotate more slowly than normal. If this
happens, do not process for longer than
1 minute.

• Do not process hot or boiling liquids –

allow liquids to cool before placing into
the processing bowl.

• Do not move appliance while

in operation.

• Do not place any part of the food

processor in a microwave oven.

• Do not fill the processing bowl above

the 12 cup liquid level (2.8L) or 16 cup
dry level (shredding). Always add drier
or thicker ingredients to the processing
bowl prior to adding fluids.

• Never remove the lid while the appliance

is operating. Always use the POWER/
OFF or PAUSE buttons to stop the
machine before lid removal.

• Care should be taken when removing

the food from the processing bowl
by ensuring the motor and blade/
disc has completely stopped before
disassembling. Ensure the POWER/
OFF button has been pressed to switch
the motor off and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet before
removing the lid from the processing
bowl. The processing bowl should
then be unlocked from the motor body
and the blade/disc should be carefully
removed before attempting to remove
the processed food.

• Do not use harsh abrasive, caustic

cleaners or oven cleaners when cleaning
the appliance.

• Strictly follow the care and cleaning

instructions described in this book.

• To avoid possible malfunction of

work bowl switch, never store the food
processor with pusher assembly in
locked position.

• This appliance is for household use only.

Do not use the appliance for anything
other than its intended purpose as

described in this book. Do not use
outdoors. Do not use in moving vehicles
or boats.

• The use of attachments not sold or

recommended by Breville may cause fire,
electric shock or injury.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended

when in use.

• Ensure the motor and bade/disc

have completely stopped before
disassembling. Ensure the POWER/OFF
button has been pressed to switch the
motor off and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet when not in use, if
left unattended and before assembling,
cleaning or storing.

• This appliance is not intended for use

by young children or infirm persons
without supervision. Young children
should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.

• Regularly inspect the power cord, power

plug and actual appliance for any damage.
Do not operate if damaged in any way
or after the appliance malfunctions.
Immediately cease use of the appliance
and visit www.Breville.com or call Breville
Customer Service at 1 [phone]
for examination, repair or adjustment.

• For any maintenance other than

cleaning, visit www.Breville.com or call
Breville Customer Service at 1 (866) 273
8455

• This appliance is equipped with a

power cord having a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. The appliance
must be grounded using a 3-hole
properly grounded outlet. In the event
of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electrical shock.

• If the power outlet is a standard

2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal
responsibility and obligation to have
it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.

• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or

remove the third (ground) prong from
the power cord or use an adapter.

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

• Consult a qualified electrician if

the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if doubt
exists as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.

BREVILLE ASSIST™ PLUG

Your Breville appliance comes with a unique
Assist™ Plug, conveniently designed with
a finger hole in the power plug for easy
and safe removal from the wall outlet. For
safety reasons it is recommended you
plug your Breville appliance directly into
its own electrical outlet on a dedicated
circuit separate from other appliances. If
the electric circuit is overloaded with other
appliances, your appliance may not function
properly. Use in conjunction with a power
strip or extension cord is not recommended.

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

Your Breville appliance is fitted with a short
power supply cord as a safety precaution to
prevent personal injury or property damage
resulting from pulling, tripping or becoming
entangled with a longer cord. Do not allow
children to use or be near this appliance
without close adult supervision. Longer
detachable power supply cords or extension
cords are not recommended but may be
used if care is exercised. If an extension cord
is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of
the cord set or extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance, (2) the cord should be arranged
so that it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally
and (3) the extension cord must include a
3-prong grounding plug.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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KNOW

your Breville Sous Chef

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE SOUS CHEF™

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE SOUS CHEF™

A. Small Food Pusher

for improved processing control of smaller
ingredients. It also doubles as a measuring
cup for adding/measuring ingredients.
The food processor will run continually
whether the small pusher is in or out.

B. Large Food Pusher

for pushing food down the feed chute. The
food processor will not start unless the
large pusher is in place correctly.

C. Super Wide Feed Chute
D. Processing Lid

locks onto the processing bowl.

E. PULSE button

press down and hold briefly for
short bursts of power. The motor will
automatically stop after the pulse button
has been released.

F. START/PAUSE button
G. POWER/OFF button

provides power to the food processor unit
only. Start/Pause is required to be pressed
to start operating the food processor.

H. Feed Chute Safety System

prevents the motor from operating
unless the bowl, lid and large food
pusher are correctly locked in position.

I.

Silicone Seal

reduces the chance of leakage
while processing large volumes of
liquid ingredients.

J. Processing Bowl

16 cup bowl for dry ingredients and 12
cups for liquid (wet ingredients). The
processing bowl locks onto the motor base.

K. Count-Up & Count-Down Timer

used to set desired time required for
processing. Can count up or down,
stopping the processor once the time is
reached in count down mode.

L. LCD Display

displays the timing function.

M. Direct Drive Motor

with safety braking system.

N. Non-Skid Rubber Feet

for added safety and stability.

O. Julienne Disc

use this disc for julienning vegetables.

P. French Fry/Vegetable Stick Disc

use this disc for french fries or thick cut
vegetables.

Q. Reversible Shredding Disc

use one side for small/thin shredding and
the other side for coarse shredding.

R. Adjustable Slicer

use this disc for slicing ingredients. Able to
slice with 24 settings from 0.3mm – 8mm
thick.

S. Emulsifying Disc

use this attachment for whisking of eggs
and cream.

T. Micro-Serrated Universal S Blade

swift action for chopping, mixing, whipping
and blending a variety of ingredients.

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U. Dough Blade

blunt blade designed for a softer action of
combining dough ingredients.

V. Mini Processing Blade

used for chopping, mixing, whipping and
blending a variety of ingredients.

W. Disc Spindle

fits onto bowl drive coupling and is used
to hold the Adjustable Slicer and discs in
position. Use Disc Spindle with Julienne
Disc, French Fry/Vegetable Stick Disc,
Reversible Shredding Disc, Emulsifying
Disc, and Adjustable Slicer.

X. Storage Container

used for storing blades and disc when they
are not in use.

NOT SHOWN

Cleaning Brush

for cleaning the processor bowl, blades and
discs. The flat end is designed as a scraper to
remove food particles from crevices.

Plastic Spatula

for scraping the sides of the processing bowl
helping to process ingredients evenly.

2.5 Cup Mini Processing Bowl

for processing small volumes of ingredients.

Cord Storage

cord can be pushed into the housing to
reduce length.

Breville Assist

ergonomic ring-pull design allows the
power plug to be easily removed from the
power outlet.

NOTE

Processing bowls and attachments are
BPA free.

TM

Plug

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ASSEMBLING

your Breville Sous Chef

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ASSEMBLING YOUR BREVILLE SOUS CHEF™

BEFORE FIRST USE

Before using your Breville Sous Chef™
Food Processor, become familiar with all
the parts. Remove all packaging materials
and promotional labels, being careful when
handling the processing blades and discs
as they are very sharp. Wash the processing
bowl, processing lid and other attachments in
warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
(Refer to cleaning, care and storage section).

1. Place the motor base on a dry, level work

surface. Place the processing bowl on to
the motor base with the handle in line
with the 'ALIGN HANDLE' graphic on
the motor base. (See Figure 1).

Fig. 1

2. Turn the processing bowl clockwise

until the handle aligns with the
'TURN TO LOCK' graphic. The
processing bowl should be securely
locked into position. (See Figure 2).

3. If using a disc, first assemble the disc

spindle onto the bowl drive coupling.
Orientate the disc so that the side you
wish to use is facing upwards. Hold the
disc by the center plastic moulding and
position the central hole above the disc
spindle. Push down firmly until fitted
correctly. (Please note that these discs
only fit the larger processing bowl).

Fig. 3

4. If using the processing blades, carefully

grasp either the S Blade

, dough blade

™

or mini processing blade using the
central plastic support and position it
over the bowl drive coupling and push
down until inserted correctly.

If using the mini processing blade,
ensure the mini processing bowl is
assembled into the large bowl first.

Fig. 4

Fig. 2

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5. Place the processing lid onto the

processing bowl so the feed chute is
slightly right of the bowl handle and
the arrow graphics are aligned
Holding the feed chute and pressing
down firmly at the same time, turn
the lid clockwise (as indicated by the
graphic) so the ‘Locking Tab’ on the
lid slots into the 'Interlocking Safety
Catch' on the handle. The lid should be
securely locked into position.

NOTE

The food processor will not operate
unless both the processing bowl and
lid are correctly locked into position.

Fig. 5

NOTE

The food processor will not start

.

unless the large food pusher is
inserted correctly into place.

Press the POWER/OFF button to
switch the motor off. When short bursts
of power are required, press the PULSE
button and hold down briefly, release,
then press again. The PULSE action
will automatically stop when the button
is released.

8. To set the timer, press the

located to the left of the timing window.
Time will move up by 5 second intervals,
from 0 to 30 seconds. From 30 seconds
to 2 minutes the time will increase in 10
second intervals and from 2 minutes to

9.59 minutes the time will increases in
20 second intervals.

NOTE

If a time is not set, the timer
will automatically count up
during processing.

buttons

9. Once the time is set, press the

CAUTION

The processing blades (including
the mini bowl blade) and discs are
extremely sharp, handle with care at
all times.

6. Insert the power plug into a 110/120V

power outlet.

7. Press the POWER/OFF button to turn

your food processor on. The red light
will illuminate around the POWER /OFF
button to indicate that the processor is on.

Press the START/PAUSE button to switch
the motor on and operate continuously.

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START/PAUSE button and the timer
will start to count down.

Ensure the large food pusher is inserted
correctly into place. The food processor
will not start until pusher is in place.

Once the timer has finished, the food
processor will stop and go into 'Standby'
mode. Three (3) beeps will sound to
indicate that the processing is complete.

The processor incorporates a 'Safety
Interlock System' that ensures the unit
will not start without the large food
pusher in position. Processing will stop
automatically, once the large food pusher
has been removed from the lid. The ‘Chute
Fill Max’ graphic indicates the maximum
volume of food to be placed in the chute
for the pusher to activate the unit.

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10. At the end of processing, always

wait until the blades or discs have
stopped spinning before unlocking
and removing the lid. To remove the
processing lid, ensure the POWER/OFF
button has been pressed, and the cord
is unplugged from the power outlet.
Holding the feed chute and pressing
down firmly at the same time, turn the
lid counter-clockwise so that the arrow
graphics are no longer aligned.

NOTE

As a safety feature, the food processor
will automatically switch off when the
lid is unlocked; however, it is good
practice to manually switch off the
food processor using the POWER/OFF
button before removing the lid.

11. Remove the processing bowl (before

removing blade or discs) by turning it
counter-clockwise until the handle is in
line with the 'ALIGN HANDLE' graphic.
Lift the bowl off the motor shaft.

When removing the discs - carefully
remove by gripping the plastic hub on
the center of the disc and lifting the disc
up and away from the pin on the spindle.

NOTE

Care should be taken when removing
the food from the processing bowl by
ensuring the motor and processing
blade or disc has completely stopped
before disassembling. Ensure the
POWER/OFF button is pressed to
switch the motor off, and unplug the
cord from the power outlet before
removing the lid from the processing
bowl. The processing bowl should then
be unlocked from the motor body, then
the processing blade or disc should be
removed before attempting to remove
the processed food.

NOTE

Reassemble the food processor by
locking the processing bowl into
position before attaching blade, disc
or lid.

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OVERLOAD PROTECTION SYSTEM

If the motor overloads, the food processor
will go to 'Standby' mode and the
'OVERLOAD' icon in the LCD will start
to flash. The food processor can still be
switched off by pressing the POWER/OFF
button. To operate the food processor again,
allow the machine to cool for approximately
30 minutes.

Some stiff mixtures, such as dough, may
cause the dough blade to rotate more slowly
than normal. If this happens, do not process
for longer than 1 minute.

If the blades or discs should jam while
processing, ensure the POWER/OFF button
is pressed to switch the motor off and then
unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Remove the processing lid and adjust any
food wedged between the blade and the
processing bowl or in the disc. Replace the lid
and proceed as normal. If this occurs again,
the processing bowl may be overloaded,
so remove some of the food and process in
smaller batches.

NOTE

The food processor is designed so
the motor will not operate without
the processing bowl and lid correctly
locked into position and the pusher
inserted into the feed chute. In the
event that the food processor starts
without the lid correctly locked into
position, immediately disconnect at
the power outlet and contact Breville
Customer Service.

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BASIC FOOD

PROCESSING

TECHNIQUES

for your Breville Sous Chef

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BASIC FOOD PROCESSING TECHNIQUES

The food processor can process food in a
variety of ways depending on which blade or
disc you choose.

CHOPPING WITH THE
MICRO-SERRATED S BLADE™

The Micro-serrated universal S Blade™ chops
raw and cooked food to the consistency
required, from coarsely chopped to minced.
For many large processing tasks, the micro­serrated S Blade
time needed to achieve the desired results.
The result depends on the type of food and
how long the food is processed. Always
remember to place the S Blade
processing bowl before adding the food.

NOTE

To avoid over-processing, check the
consistency frequently. For many
processing tasks we recommend to
use the PULSE button, as it may only
take a few seconds to fully process
the food to the desired consistency.
If necessary, press the POWER/OFF
button, unlock the lid and use the
spatula to scrape down the sides of the
bowl to ensure even processing.

™ will cut the processing

into the

™

Raw Vegetables, Fruit and Cooked Meats

Trim and cut food into 1 inch (2.5cm) cubes.
Process no more than 8 cups at a time using
the PULSE button at 1-2 second intervals
until chopped to desired size or consistency.

Spanish Onion wedges Chopped Spanish Onion

Raw meat, chicken and fish

Trim and cut food into 1 inch (2.5cm) cubes.
Ensure all bones are removed. Chill well
until firm as this will help to cut through the
food more readily. Process no more than 2
1/4 pounds (or 1kg of raw meat for no more
than 30 seconds at a time) using the START/
PAUSE button until chopped or minced to
desired size or consistency.

Cubed Beef Minced Beef

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Garlic, chili and ginger

For garlic, peel cloves and leave whole. For
chili, leave whole (remove seeds for milder
chili). For ginger, peel and cut into 1 inch
(2.5cm) cubes. Process until chopped to
desired consistency. Store chopped garlic
or chili mixed with a little vegetable oil in
an airtight container in refrigerator for up
to 1 week. Mix ginger with a little Sherry.
If adding garlic, chili or ginger to other
ingredients, drop whole pieces down the
small feed chute while the motor is running.

Whole chilies Chopped chilies

Herbs

Wash and dry herbs thoroughly. Remove
any coarse stems. Process no more than 2
bunches (approx. 4 cups) at a time using the
PULSE button at 1-2 second intervals until
chopped to desired size or consistency.

Nuts

Process no more than 6 cups shelled nuts at
a time using the PULSE button at 1-2 second
intervals until chopped to desired size.

Shelled peanuts Chopped peanuts

Dried fruit

As dried fruit can be sticky, place in freezer
for about 10 minutes (this prevents the fruit
sticking to the blades). Process no more
than 4 cups at a time using the PULSE
button at 1-2 second intervals until chopped
to desired size or consistency.

NOTE

If chopping fruit to add to cake batter,
process the fruit before making the
batter, adding a little flour from recipe
quantity to prevent fruit from sticking
to the S Blade

processing blade.

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Basil leaves Chopped basil

Whole dried fruit Chopped dried fruit

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Citrus peel

Remove the peel from the fruit using a
vegetable peeler and cut into 1 inch (2.5cm)
pieces. Process no more than 6 cups at a
time together with ½ cup granulated sugar
and using the PULSE button at 1-2 second
intervals until chopped to desired size.

NOTE

The white pith between the skin and
citrus flesh is bitter, so carefully
remove the citrus peel ensuring the
white pith remains on the fruit.

Hard boiled eggs

After cooking eggs to hard boiled stage,
allow to cool then remove shells and cut
eggs in half. Process no more than 12 eggs
at a time using the PULSE button at 1-2
second intervals until chopped to desired
size or consistency.

Soft breadcrumbs

Break stale bread into chunks (fresh bread
will stick to blades). Process no more than
6 cups at a time using the PULSE button
at 1-2 second intervals until crumbed to
desired consistency.

NOTE

For best results when making bread
crumbs, add one slice at a time.

Dried breadcrumbs

Tear bread into chunks and toast in oven
until golden and crisp. Do not over brown.
Process no more than 6 cups at a time using
the PULSE button at 1-2 second intervals
until crumbed to desired consistency.

Cookie crumbs

Break cookies into quarters, measure
quantity and place into processing bowl.
Process no more than 6 cups at a time using
the PULSE button at 1-2 second intervals
until crumbed to desired consistency.

NOTE

Sweet or savory cookies crumbs can
be used as an alternative to pastry for
sweet or savory pies.

Whole cookies Cookie crumbs

Cake crumbs

Cut cake into small pieces, measure quantity
and place into processing bowl. Process no
more than 6 cups at a time using the PULSE
button at 1-2 second intervals until crumbed
to desired consistency.

PURÉERING WITH THE
MICRO-SERRATED S BLADE™

The S Blade™ purées raw and cooked food
to the consistency required, including baby
food. For many large processing tasks,
blades will cut the processing time needed
to achieve the desired results. Always
remember to place the S Blade
bowl before adding the food.

into the

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NOTE

After puréeing the food, carefully
remove the S Blade™ and use the
spatula to scrape any food adhering to
the blade and the processing bowl.

Cooked vegetables

Peel and cut vegetables into 1 inch (2.5cm)
cubes. Ensure vegetables are well cooked
and softened before processing. Process
no more than 10 cups at a time using the
START/PAUSE button until food is puréed
to desired consistency.

NOTE

After processing vegetables, add
stock through the small feed chute, if
necessary, to make a smoother purée.

Creamed vegetable soups

Use same process as for cooked vegetables
above then with motor running, gradually
add no more than 4 cups stock and cream
or milk through the small feed chute. Do not
exceed ‘Liquid Max’ level.

Cooked meat and patés

Trim and cut cooked meat into 1 inch
(2.5cm) cubes. For chicken liver paté, leave
livers whole. Process no more than 2¼ lbs
(1kg) for no more than 30 seconds the
START/PAUSE button until puréed to
desired consistency. For paté, add cream
through the small feed chute while motor is
running.

NOTE

Add pan juices during processing if
mixture becomes too stiff.

Peanut butter

Process shelled peanuts, no more than 6
cups at a time, using the START/PAUSE
button until puréed to desired consistency.
Note: mixture will form into a ball.

NOTE

2 cups peanuts will yield
approximately 1 cup peanut butter.
The natural oil in the butter will
separate on standing. Stir before use.

Cooked pumpkin Puréed pumpkin

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Shelled peanuts Peanut butter

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Fresh fruit

Peel and cut fruit into 1 inch (2.5cm).
Ensure any seeds or stones are removed.
For hard or firm fruit such as apples and
pears, cook until soft before processing.
Process no more than 6 cups at a time using
the START/PAUSE button until puréed to
desired consistency.

Baby food

Trim and cut cooked food (meat and/
or vegetables) into 1 inch (2.5cm) cubes.
Process no more than 8 cups at a time using
the START/PAUSE button until puréed to
desired consistency.

NOTE

Add stock, milk or gravy during
processing if mixture becomes too
stiff. If required, freeze excess mixture
in ice-cube trays, then repack in
freezer bags ready for use.

MIXING WITH THE
MICRO-SERRATED S BLADE™

The S Blade™ mixes ingredients for cakes,
batters, and egg-based sauces such as
mayonnaise. Always remember to place the
S Blade™ into the processing bowl before
adding the food.

Butter cake (Pound cake)

Place softened butter and sugar into
the processing bowl. Process using the
START/PAUSE button until mixture is
lightly creamed. With the motor running,
add eggs one at a time down the small feed
chute, mixing well after each addition. Add
liquid and dry ingredients to the mixture in
the processing bowl and process using the
PULSE button until folded through evenly.
If necessary, interrupt the processing,
remove the lid and scrape the mixture from

the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Replace
the lid and if adding dried fruit, nuts, etc.,
use the PULSE button until folded through
evenly.

Creamed butter & sugar Buttercake batter

Quick-mix cakes and batters

Use this method for melt ‘n mix cakes,
packet cakes and crêpe batters. Place
all ingredients (starting with the liquid
ingredients) into the processing bowl
ensuring not to exceed MAX liquid level.

Process using the START/PAUSE button until
mixed to a smooth consistency. If necessary,
interrupt the processing, remove the lid and
scrape the mixture from the sides of the bowl
with a spatula. Replace the lid and continue, be
sure not to over process the mixture.

Cookie dough

Insert the S Blade™ into the processing bowl.
Place softened butter and sugar into the
processing bowl. Process using the START/
PAUSE button until lightly creamed. With
the motor running, add eggs one at a time
down the small feed chute, mixing well after
each addition. Place dry ingredients into the

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processing bowl and use the PULSE button
until ingredients are just combined. Add
dried fruit, nuts, etc. through the small feed
chute and use the PULSE button until the
additions are folded through evenly.

Flour and butter Pastry dough

Melt ‘n mix cookies

Insert the S Blade™ into the processing bowl.
Place melted ingredients, followed by liquid
ingredients then dry ingredients into the
processing bowl. Process ingredients using
the PULSE button until just combined. If
necessary, interrupt the processing, remove
the lid and scrape the mixture from the
sides of the bowl with a spatula. Replace the
lid and continue but do not over-process
the mixture. Add dried fruit, nuts etc. after
this step using PULSE button until folded
through evenly.

Sorbet

Using the S Blade™, place ripe fruit and sugar
syrup into the processing bowl and process
until smooth. Transfer this mixture to a
plastic dish and freeze until just starting to
set. Return frozen mixture to the processing
bowl and using the S Blade™, process using
the PULSE button until smooth. Return
mixture to freezer as before and repeat this
process 2-3 times to break down large ice
crystals. Using the emulsifying disk, beat
egg whites until foamy (see 'Egg Whites',
pg 27).

Add frozen fruit purée to egg white foam and
process using PULSE button until folded
through evenly. Freeze until ready to serve.

Dips and spreads

Using S Blade™ place ingredients into the
processing bowl and process using the
START/PAUSE button until ingredients are
mixed to desired consistency. If necessary,
during processing remove the lid and scrape
the mixture from the sides of the bowl with
a spatula.

KNEADING WITH THE
DOUGH BLADE

The edges of the plastic blade
provide a softer action for combining
dough ingredients.

Pastry dough

Insert the dough blade into the processing
bowl. Place flour and cubed, chilled butter
into the processing bowl. Do not process a
mixture with more than 6 cups/ 700g flour.
Process using the PULSE button until the
butter is absorbed into flour. While motor
is running, quickly add liquid through the
small feed chute, processing until mixture
forms a ball of dough.

Bread dough

Insert the dough blade into the processing
bowl. Use instant active dry yeast and
include with the dry ingredients in the
processing bowl. Do not process a mixture
with more than 5 cups/700g flour. Add
softened, cubed butter and process using
the START/PAUSE button until the butter is
absorbed into the flour. If using oil, with the

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motor running, add the oil through the small
feed chute and process until the mixture
forms a soft, elastic ball of dough. Do not
over process.

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured
surface and knead for a further 5 minutes if
necessary until soft and pliable. Place dough
into large, greased mixing bowl and stand
covered in a warm place until doubled in
size. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured
surface and knead again until smooth and
elastic. Shape the dough, allow to rise in a
warm area then bake in a hot oven.

NOTE

The dough blade should be used
for yeast doughs and doughs that
require kneading.

MINI-BOWL FUNCTION

The mini processing bowl can be positioned
inside the main processing bowl and is
used for processing small food quantities.
A mini processing blade is provided which
fits inside the mini bowl and can be used for
chopping, mixing, whipping and blending a

variety of foods.

SLICING, SHREDDING AND
GRATING WITH THE DISCS

Slicing with the Adjustable Slicing Disc

NOTE

Use adjustable Slicing Disc with Disc
Spindle.

The adjustable slicer disc slices raw fruit
and vegetables to a consistent thickness,
with 24 settings from fine (0.33mm) to thick
(8.0mm).

For many large processing tasks, the
adjustable slicing disc will cut the
processing time needed to achieve the
desired results. The result depends on the
type of food and how the food is positioned
into the feed chute.

For smaller foods, the small feed chute
provides greater control for adjustable slicing.

To adjust slicing height, hold the adjustable
slicing disc outer edge with one hand, turn
the adjustment dial on the underside of the
disc to set the height. An arrow graphic
indicates the height to which the blade is
set. Place the adjustable slicer on the disc
spindle in the processing bowl. Close the
lid and insert the large pusher to operate.

NOTE

There may be slight variation in slice
thickness depending on the food
being processed and force applied
with the feed chute pusher.

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Do not overfill the feed chute before slicing.
The pusher will not activate the unit if the
chute is overfilled. A MAX level graphic
indicates the maximum fill level.

WARNING

Adjustable Slicing Disc blade is sharp,
keep hands away from the blade.

NOTE

Placing items to the far left in the
large feed chute provides stability and
helps to make more accurate slices.

Shredding and Grating with the
Reversible Shredding Disc

NOTE

Use adjustable Slicing Disc with Disc
Spindle.

Both thick and thin grating can be achieved
by using the coarse/fine shredding disc. Use
one side of the disc for coarse shredding and
the other side for fine shredding. Carefully
turn over the disc so that the process
required is facing upwards.

Slicing and shredding

1. Place the desired cutting disc onto the

disc spindle in the processing bowl.

2. Prepare food as directed in the following

food categories or recipes.

3. Pack food into the feed chute as directed

in the following food categories. For
smaller size food leave the large pusher
in place and use the small pusher
instead. The food should fit snugly so it
is supported upright in the feed chute,
but not so tight that it prevents the food
from easily moving down the feed chute
when guided by the food pusher.

4. Process using the START/PAUSE button

while at same time, gently guiding the
food down the feed chute using the food
pusher. Never force the food down as this
will damage the discs. Apply light pressure
for soft foods such as tomatoes and

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bananas; medium pressure for firmer foods
such as potatoes and apples; and firm
pressure for hard foods such as Parmesan
cheese and deli meats such as salami.

5. Repeat this process until all food has

been sliced, shredded or grated.

Round fruit and vegetables

Prepare fruit or vegetables by washing or
peeling, and coring or seeding (if necessary).
For small fruit and vegetables (e.g. kiwi fruit,
roma tomatoes), trim one end so the food
sits flat in the feed chute.

For large fruit and vegetables (e.g. apples),
cut in half (if required) to fit in the feed
chute. Pack into the feed chute from left
to right with the adjustable slicing disc at
the slot number required for the desired
thickness.

Tomatoes in chute Sliced tomatoes

or the food should be able to lie on the side
if you require a long thin slice of vegetable
or fruit.

Pack food vertically or horizontally, into the
feed chute with cut side facing disc.

The small feed chute can be used for long
vegetables such as carrots and zucchini.

Zucchini in chute Sliced zucchini

WARNING

When slicing and shredding, always
use the food pusher to guide food down
the feed chute. Never put your fingers
or spatula into the feed chute. Always
wait for the disc to stop spinning
before removing the lid.

Leafy vegetables

For cabbage, wash and shake off excess
water. Cut into wedges to fit feed chute.
For lettuce, separate leaves, wash and dry
thoroughly, then roll up and pack vertically
into feed chute. Slice or shred.

NOTE

Slicing or shredding is not
recommended for spinach. To process
spinach, wash and dry thoroughly, tear
into pieces and use mini chopping

Apples in chute Sliced apples

Long fruit and vegetables

Prepare fruit or vegetables by washing or
peeling. First cut the food to fit the length
of the feed chute (no more than 5 ½ inches;
(14cm). If food fits without the need to cut,
trim one end so that it sits flat in feed chute

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Lettuce in chute Sliced lettuce

Cheese

Caution should always be taken when
processing cheese in a food processor.

For soft cheese such as Mozzarella and
Bocconcini, partially freeze, until firm
otherwise it will jam in the disc. For hard
cheese such as Parmesan, check first that it
is not too hard otherwise it will damage the
disc - the cheese should slice easily with a
sharp knife.

For round cheese such as Mozzarella and
Bocconcini, slice one end and pack into the
feed chute so the flat end is facing the disc.

For wedge-shaped cheese, pack 2 pieces
side by side into chute to form a rectangular
shape (one piece with tip facing down, other
piece with tip facing up). Slice or shred.

Deli meats

Cut the meat to fit the length of the feed
chute (no more than 5 ½ inches (14cm)).

Pack into the feed chute with the cut side
facing disc.

Raw meat

Partially freeze trimmed meat that has
been cut to fit the feed chute until firm.
Recommended cuts: pork and lamb fillet,
thickly cut boneless sirloin. Pack into the
feed chute vertically. Slice.

Chocolate

Break block of chocolate into pieces.
Chill until firm. Pack into the small feed
chute. Shred.

JULIENNE DISC

NOTE

Use Julienne Disc with Disc Spindle.

The Julienne disc is positioned on the disc
spindle in the main processing bowl and cuts
food into long thin strips. Common items
to be julienned include carrots, zucchini,
potato and celery. For longer strips, use the
large feed chute and lie the foods down
horizontally. For shorter “match stick” size
strips use the small feed chute and pusher.

Salami in chute Sliced salami

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FRENCH FRY/VEGETABLE
STICK DISC

NOTE

Use French Fry/Vegetable Disc with
Disc Spindle.

The french fry/vegetable stick cutting disc
is positioned on the disc spindle in the main
processing bowl and cuts food into long
chunky lengths. This disc is used primarily
for potatoes, however, a variety of foods can
be used for this application. If using large
potatoes, lie them down in feed chute for
extra long strips.

For best results, position the pusher so
that firm pressure is applied onto the food
to be processed.

Press the START/PAUSE button.

NOTE

When processing with the french
fry disc, the last piece of each food
processed may become caught in the
cutting blade. This is normal, however,
the disc could become unbalanced. To
reduce vibration we recommend the
pusher is quickly removed from the
feed chute after each piece of food is
processed so the motor stops quickly.
Insert the next piece of food and
repeat the process.

WHIPPING WITH THE
EMULSIFYING DISC

The emulsifying disc is positioned on the
disc spindle in the main processing bowl and
is used to aerate ingredients.

NOTE

When using the emulsifying disc,
insert the disc spindle before adding
ingredients.

Egg whites

Ensure the processing bowl and
emulsifying disc are clean, dry and free of
any fat residue.

Place a minimum of 6 egg whites and a
pinch of salt into the processing bowl.
Process using the START/PAUSE button
until egg whites are foamy (about 1 minute).
With the motor running, slowly add 1
tablespoon lemon juice through the small
small feed chute to help stabilize the egg
white foam.

NOTE

The foamed egg whites are not
recommended for making meringue
(refer to processing tips).

With some foods it may be necessary to
remove the lid. Remove the disc from the bowl,

and clear the lodged food before proceeding.

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Egg whites Egg white foam

NOTE

When using the emulsifying disc,
insert the disc into the processing
bowl before adding ingredients.

Milkshakes

Place milk, flavorings and ice-cream into the
processing bowl and using the emulsifying
disc, process using START/PAUSE button
until frothy. To reduce the risk of leaks,
do not use more than 3¼ cups of liquid
when processing Milkshakes using the
emulsifying disc.’

Whipped cream

Place 2½ cups (600ml) well-chilled cream
into the processing bowl and using the
emulsifying disc, process using the PULSE
button until whipped to desired consistency.

Egg sauces

(Mayonnaise, Hollandaise, Bearnaise)
Using the emulsifying disc, place a

minimum of 6 egg yolks or 4 whole eggs
into the processing bowl with seasonings
and vinegar. Process using START/PAUSE
button until mixture is light and creamy
(about 2 minutes).

For Mayonnaise: using the S Blade™, with
the motor running, slowly add oil through
the small feed chute until mixed to desired
consistency. Do not exceed ‘Liquid Max’ level.

For Hollandaise or Bearnaise: using the
emulsifying disc, with the motor running,
slowly add warm, melted butter through
the small feed chute until mixed to desired
consistency. Do not exceed ‘Liquid Max’ level.

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AT A GLANCE

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For more information about preparation of food and how to process, refer to basic
processing techniques.

For specific recipes, refer to the recipe section.

FOOD BLADE TYPE ADJUSTABLE SLICING

DISC THICKNESS

Avocado S Blade™ or mini blade

Asparagus (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Beets 2 - 5 Shredding

Broccoli (cooked) S Blade™

Butternut Squash S Blade™ or mini blade

Cabbage Thin 1-2 and med 2-3

Carrot S Blade™ or mini blade

Cauliflower (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Celery S Blade™ or mini blade

Chili Pepper S Blade™ or mini blade

Eggplant S Blade™ or mini blade

Garlic S Blade™ or mini blade

Ginger S Blade™ or mini blade

Herbs S Blade™ or mini blade

Leeks (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Lettuce 2-4

Mushrooms (raw) S Blade™ or mini blade

Mushrooms (cooked) S Blade™

Use: Guacamole

Use: Asparagus dip

Use: Broccoli soup

Use Butternut Squash soup

Use: Vegetable soup

Use: Cauliflower soup

Use: Vegetable soup

Use: Seasoning

Use: Accompaniment, soups

Use: Seasoning

Use: Seasoning

Use: Seasoning pesto

Use: Cooked for soups

Use: Vegetable soup

Use: Mushroom soup

2 - 5

Use: Accompaniment

0 - 5 Shredding

Thin 1-2 med 2-3
Use: Salad

2 - 5
Use: Grilled eggplant

0-2
Use: Garlic chips

2-5
Use: Vegetable soup

Use: Salad

4-6 Use: Salad, vegetable
soup, mushroom sauce,
mushroom soup

4-6 Use: Salad, vegetable
soup, mushroom sauce,
mushroom soup

RECOMMENDED DISC
TYPE

Use: Salad

Shredding
Use: Salad

Use: Salad

Shred or Julienne
Use: Accompaniment to
dishes

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FOOD BLADE TYPE ADJUSTABLE SLICING

DISC THICKNESS

Onion S Blade™ or mini blade

Parsnip S Blade™ or mini blade

Parsnip (cooked) S Blade™

Peas (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Potatoes 0.5 - 6

Potatoes (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Pumpkin S Blade™ or mini blade

Pumpkin (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Spinach S Blade™ or mini blade

Spinach (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Tomatoes S Blade™ or mini blade

Turnip S Blade™ or mini blade

Zucchini 3-6

Apple S Blade™ or mini blade

Apple (cooked) S Blade™ or mini blade

Banana S Blade™ or mini blade

Berries S Blade™ or mini blade

Citrus Fruit S Blade™ or mini blade

Citrus Peel S Blade™ or mini blade

Use: Soups, sauces

Use: Vegetable soup ,
parsnip puree

Use: Accompaniment

Use: Accompaniment, baby
food

Use: Mash potato

Use: Pumpkin frittata

Use: Mash pumpkin, pumpkin
soup, pumpkin scones

Use: Accompaniment

Use: Creamed spinach"

Use: Salsa

Use: Vegetable soup

Use: Apple sauce

Use: Baby food

Use: Dessert sauces

Use: Fruit salad, fruit coulis

Use: Fruit mince

Use: Fruit mince

0-5
Use: Salad

2-5
Use: Vegetable lasagna

Use: Potato au Gratin

3-6
Use: Pumpkin sliced salad

3-6
Use: Pumpkin sliced salad

2-5
Use: sandwich filling,

caprese salad, tomato relish

Use: Accompaniment,
zucchini slice, gratin

2-5
Use: Apple pie

4-6
Use: Fruit salad

RECOMMENDED DISC
TYPE

French Fry / Julienne /
Shredder

Use: French fries, hash
browns

Shredder - Coarse or fine
Use: Salad

Shredder - Coarse or fine
Use: Salad, frittata

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