Cookie dough2½ dozen (based on average chocolate chip cookie recipe)
White bread/pizza dough2.5 cups (all-purpose or bread flour)
Nuts for nut butter
4 cups
2 cups
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IMPORTANT UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
This package contains a Cuisinart Elemental 8
Food Processor and the accessories for it:
8-cup work bowl, work bowl cover with pusher,
metal chopping/mixing/dough blade, thin reversible
metal slicing & shredding disc, medium reversible
metal slicing & shredding disc, base with stem
adapter and instruction/recipe book.
CAUTION:
THE CUTTING TOOLS HAVE VERY SHARP
EDGES. To avoid injury when unpacking the parts,
please follow these instructions.
1. Place the box on a low table or on the floor next
to the kitchen counter where you intend to keep
the food processor. Be sure the box is right side
up.
2. Open top flaps—there will be a rectangular
block of packing material that holds the
processor parts, each fitted into a cavity.
3. Remove the instruction/recipe book and the
metal slicing & shredding disc accessories from
one side.
4. Lift out the packing material.
5. Remove the base and bowl together and place
it on the counter or table. Read the instructions
thoroughly before using the machine.
6. Save the shipping cartons and packing material.
You will find them very useful if you need to
repack the processor for moving or other
shipment.
We recommend that you visit our website,
www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient way to
complete your product registration.
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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
Always follow these safety precautions when using
this appliance.
Getting Ready
1. Read all instructions.
2. Blades and discs are sharp. Handle them
carefully.
3. Always unplug from outlet when not in use,
before putting on or taking off parts, before
removing food and before cleaning. To
unplug, grasp plug and pull from electrical
outlet. Never pull cord.
4. Do not use outdoors.
5. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter, or touch hot surfaces.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or after appliance has
been dropped or damaged in any way. Return
appliance to the nearest authorized service
facility for examination, repair or electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
Operation
1. Keep hands as well as spatulas and other utensils away from moving blades or discs while processing food, to prevent the possibility of severe
personal injury or damage to food processor. A
plastic scraper may be used, but only when the
food processor motor is stopped.
2. Avoid coming into contact with moving parts.
Never push food down by hand when slicing or
shredding. Always use pusher.
3. Make sure motor has completely stopped before
removing cover. (If machine does not stop within
4 seconds after you remove the bowl cover
assembly, call 1-800-762-0190 for assistance. Do
not use the machine.)
4. 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.
5. Be sure cover and feed tube are securely locked
in place before operating food processor.
6. Never try to override or tamper with cover
interlock mechanism.
Cleaning
To protect against risk of electrical shock, do
not put base in water or other liquids.
General
1. This appliance should not be used by or near
children or individuals with certain disabilities.
2. Do not operate this, or any other motor-driven
appliance, while under the influence of alcohol or
other substances that affect your reaction time or
perception.
3. This food processor is UL listed for household
use. Use it only for food preparation as described
in the accompanying recipe and instruction book.
Do not use this appliance for anything but its
intended use.
4. The use of attachments not recommended or
sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, electrical
shock or personal injury, or damage to your
food processor.
5. To avoid possible malfunction of work bowl
switch, never store processor with cover
assembly in locked position.
6. Maximum rating of 350 watts is based on attachment that draws greatest current. Other recommended attachments may draw significantly less
current.
7. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance
garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing
in an appliance garage always unplug the
unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so
could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door
touches the unit as it closes.
NOTICE: If your food processor has a plastic
case, it has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will
fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY
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WARNING: RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated, dangerous
voltage within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of fire or electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
nying appliance.
accompa-
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
CONTENTS
Important Unpacking Instructions ................ 3
Important Safeguards................................... 4
Parts ............................................................. 6
Warranty Information ............................ 12-13
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY
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PARTS
The machine includes:
1. Housing base with a fixed accessory adapter
and convenient button controls
2. 8-cup work bowl
3. Cover with feed tube
4. Pusher that slides inside the
feed tube
5. Metal chopping/mixing/dough blade
6. Fine reversible slicing/shredding disc
7. Medium reversible slicing/shredding disc
8. BPA free (not shown)
All materials that come in contact with
food or liquid are BPA free
7.
6.
5.
4.
3.
2.
1.
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ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
Before First Use
Before using your Cuisinart Elemental 8 Food
Processor for the first time, wash the work bowl,
work bowl cover, pusher, blade, and discs (see
Cleaning Instructions on page 10).
1. Place the food processor base on a dry, level
countertop with the controls facing you. Do not
plug the unit in until it is fully assembled.
2. With the bowl on the base, use the handle to
turn the work bowl clockwise to lock it onto the
housing base.
CHOPPING/MIXING/DOUGH BLADE
1. Place the work bowl on top, with the work
bowl handle just to the right of center. Turn the
work bowl clockwise to lock it onto the
housing base.
2.
Carefully lift and place the blade over the work
bowl accessory adapter. Blade should fit snugly
and rest on the bottom of the work bowl.
3. Plug in the housing base.
4. Add desired ingredients to work bowl.
5. Place work bowl cover on work bowl, with the
feed tube just to the right of center. Turn
clockwise to lock onto work bowl.
6. Align pusher with the feed tube opening on the
work bowl cover and slide down to the bottom.
7. You are now ready to operate the machine.
REVERSIBLE
SLICING/SHREDDING DISCS
1. Place the work bowl on top of the base, with
the work bowl handle just to the right of center.
Turn the work bowl clockwise to lock it onto
the housing base.
2. Choose desired disc.
3. Carefully place disc over accessory adapter,
with the side being used facing up.
4. Place work bowl cover onto work bowl, with
the feed tube just to the right of center. Turn
clockwise to lock onto work bowl.
5. Align pusher with the feed tube opening on the
work bowl cover and slide down to the bottom.
6. Plug in the housing base.
7. You are now ready to operate the machine.
MACHINE CONTROLS
High and Low Control Buttons
The High and Low controls are buttons that allow
the machine to run until Off is selected.
1. Properly assemble and engage the machine.
2. Add ingredients to the work bowl, either through
the feed tube or directly into the bowl.
3. Press the High or Low button. The blue LED light
will illuminate and the motor will start.
4. Press the Off button when finished.
Pulse Button
The Pulse control is a button that allows the
machine to run only while it is being pressed. This
capability provides more accurate control of the
duration and frequency of processing. Unless otherwise specified, a pulse should be about one second.
1. With the machine properly assembled and
engaged, and ingredients in the work bowl, press
the Pulse button repeatedly as needed. The blue
LED High light will illuminate upon activation.
MACHINE FUNCTIONS
Using the Chopping/Mixing/Dough
Blade
Chopping
• For raw ingredients: peel, core and/or remove
seeds and pits. Food should be cut into even, ½
to 1-inch pieces. Foods cut into same size
pieces produce the most even results.
•
Pulse food in 1-second increments to chop. For
the finest chop, either hold the pulse down or
press High or Low to run the machine
continuously. Watch ingredients closely to
achieve desired consistency and scrape the work
bowl as necessary. Low speed is recommended
for making doughs and batters. High speed is
recommended for most other chopping,
processing and slicing/shredding tasks.
Puréeing
•
To purée fresh fruits or cooked fruits/vegetables:
Ingredients should be cut into 1-inch pieces; a
smooth purée is best achieved when all the
pieces are equal in size. Pulse to initially chop and
then process High or Low until food is puréed;
scrape the work bowl as necessary. Do not use
this method to purée cooked white potatoes.
•
To purée solids for a soup or sauce: Strain the
solids from the liquid and process the solids
alone. Add cooking liquid and process as needed.
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Using the Reversible Slicing/
Shredding Discs
• The slicing discs make whole slices. They slice
fruits and vegetables, cooked meat and semi frozen raw meat. The shredding discs shred
most firm and hard cheeses. They also shred
vegetables like potatoes, carrots and zucchini.
• Always pack food in the feed tube evenly
for slicing and shredding. The food will dictate
the amount of pressure: Use light pressure for
soft foods, medium pressure for medium foods,
and firm pressure for harder foods. Always
process with even pressure.
• For round fruits or vegetables: Remove a thick
slice on the bottom of the food so that it sits
upright in the feed tube. If food does not fit in the
feed tube, cut in half or quarter to fit. Process
with even pressure.
• For small ingredients like mushrooms, radishes
or strawberries: Trim the ends so the food sits
upright in the feed tube.
• When slicing or shredding cheese, be sure that
the cheese is well chilled.
• To shred leafy vegetables like lettuce or spinach:
Roll leaves together and stand them up in feed
tube. Process with even pressure.
NOTE: Always use pusher when slicing
or shredding. Never put your hands in
the feed tube when unit is running.
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USER GUIDE
You can slice, shred and chop a multitude of vegetables and fruits in the Cuisinart Food Processor. What you may
not know is that the food processor is the perfect tool for a number of other tasks, such as softening butter, making
bread crumbs, making baby food, etc. Here is a guide that will help you in preparing just about anything!
Chopping/Mixing/Dough BladeBreak into pieces. Pulse to break up, and then process until desired
Chopping/Mixing/Dough BladeFor milk shakes, first add ice cream. While unit is running, add milk through
Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as
needed. Perfect for making cheesecakes, dips, pasta fillings, and more.
Use light to medium pressure when slicing/shredding.
Chill cheese. If using the chopping blade, cut into ½-inch pieces. Pulse to
break up and then process until finely grated. This will produce a nice
grated cheese. If slicing or shredding, cut to fit feed tube. Use light to
medium pressure when slicing/shredding.
As for all fruit and vegetable purées, cut ingredients into
pieces. Steam ingredients until completely soft. Pulse to chop, then process
until completely smooth (add steaming liquid through the feed tube when
processing if necessary). To ensure there are no lumps, press mixture
through a fine mesh strainer. Keeps frozen in ice cube trays for individual
1-ounce portions.
For creaming: Have butter at room temperature. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
Process, scraping bowl as necessary. For compound (flavored) butters,
process flavoring ingredients, such as herbs, zest, vegetables, etc., before
adding butter. For shredding/slicing: Freeze briefly. Use light to medium
pressure to shred or slice. Shredded butter is great for preparing certain
pastry doughs. Sliced butter is great for serving alongside corn on the cob
or freshly made rolls.
consistency. This will make perfect bread/cracker/chip crumbs for coating
meats and fish. Processed cookies make delicious pie and cake crusts!
the feed tube until desired consistency is achieved. For smoothies, add fruit
first, then add the liquid through the feed tube while unit is running.
desired consistency is achieved.
up, and then process until smooth, stopping to scrape down as needed.
or milk), any desired sweeteners, such as sugar, honey, simple syrup, and
other flavors. Process until smooth.
desired; process continuously until cream reaches desired consistency. This
cream is dense and perfect as a whipped topping for cake or ice cream.
for using in meringues and other baked goods.
desired consistency is achieved. If a purée is desired, continue to process.
Never chop/purée more than
¾
pound at one time.
½
to 1-inch
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CLEANING, STORAGE AND
MAINTENANCE
• Keep your Cuisinart Elemental 8 Food
Processor ready to use on the kitchen counter.
When not in use, leave it unplugged.
• Keep the blade and discs out of the reach
of children.
• All parts except the housing base are dishwasher
safe, and we recommend washing them in the
dishwasher on the top rack only. Due to intense
water heat, washing the work bowl, cover and
accessories on the bottom rack may cause
damage over time. Insert the cover with the feed
tube facing up to ensure proper cleaning. Insert
the work bowl and pusher upside down for
drainage. Remember to unload the dishwasher
carefully wherever you have placed sharp blades
and discs.
• To simplify cleaning, rinse the work bowl, cover,
pusher and blade or disc immediately after use
so food won’t dry on them. Be sure to position
the pusher upside down for drainage. If food
lodges in the pusher, remove it by running water
through it, or use a bottle brush.
• If you wash the blade and discs by hand, do it
carefully. When handling, use the plastic hubs.
Avoid leaving them in soapy water where they
may disappear from sight. To clean the metal
blade, fill the work bowl with soapy water, hold
the blade by its plastic center and move it rapidly
up and down on the center shaft of the bowl.
Use of a spray attachment is also effective. If
necessary, use a brush.
• The work bowl is made of SAN plastic. It should
not be placed in a microwave oven.
• The housing base may be wiped clean with a
soapy, non-abrasive material. Be sure to dry it
thoroughly.
• If the feet leave spots on the counter, spray them
with a spot remover and wipe with a damp
sponge.
• If any trace of the spot remains, repeat the
procedure and wipe the area with a damp
sponge and nonabrasive cleaning powder.
IMPORTANT: Never store any blade or disc on the
motor shaft. No blade or disc should be placed on
the shaft except when the processor is about to
be used.
MAINTENANCE: Any other servicing should be
performed by an authorized service representative.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Like all powerful electrical appliances, a food
processor should be handled with care. Follow
these guidelines to protect yourself and your
family from misuse that could cause injury.
• Handle and store metal blade and discs carefully.
Their cutting edges are very sharp.
• Never put blade or discs on the motor shaft until
the work bowl is locked in place.
• Always be sure that the blade or disc is down on
motor shaft as far as it will go.
• Always insert the metal blade in the work bowl
before putting ingredients in bowl.
• When slicing or shredding food, always use the
pusher. Never put your fingers or spatula into
feed tube.
• Always wait for the blade or disc to stop
spinning before you remove the pusher assembly
or cover from the work bowl.
• Always unplug the unit before removing food,
cleaning, or putting on or taking off parts.
• Always remove work bowl from base of machine
before you remove the chopping/mixing/dough
blade.
• Be careful to prevent the chopping blade from
falling out of the work bowl when emptying the
bowl. Remove it before tilting the work bowl.
TECHNICAL DATA
The motor in your food processor operates on a
standard line operating current. The appropriate
voltage and frequency for your machine are shown
on a label on the bottom of the base.
An automatic, temperature-controlled circuit
breaker in the motor ensures complete protection
against motor burnout. If the processor runs for an
exceptionally long time when chopping, mixing or
kneading a thick or heavy mixture in successive
batches, the motor may overheat. If this happens,
the processor will stop. Turn it off and wait for the
motor to cool before proceeding. It will usually
cool within 10 minutes. In extreme cases, it could
take an hour.
Safety switches prevent the machine from operating
when the work bowl or the cover is not locked into
position. The motor stops within seconds when the
motor is turned off; and when the pusher assembly is
removed, a fast-stop circuit also enables the motor to
stop within seconds.
Cuisinart offers a Limited Two-Year Warranty on
the entire machine.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Food Processing
1. Problem: The food is unevenly processed.
Solution:
• The ingredients should be cut evenly into
½
to 1-inch pieces before processing.
• Process in batches to avoid overloading.
2. Problem: Slices are uneven or slanted.
Solution:
• Place evenly cut food, cut side down, into the
feed tube.
• Apply even pressure on the pusher.
3. Problem: Food falls over in feed tube.
Solution:
• Feed tube should be packed full for best results.
4. Problem: Some food remains on top of the disc.
Solution:
• It is normal for small pieces to remain; cut
remaining bits by hand and add to processed
ingredients.
Dough Kneading
1. Problem: Motor slows down.
Solution:
• Amount of dough may exceed maximum
capacity of your food processor. Remove half
and process in two batches.
•
Dough may be too wet (see number 8).
If motor speeds up, continue processing. If
not, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time,
until the motor speeds up. Process until dough
cleans the sides of the work bowl.
2.Problem: Blade doesn’t incorporate ingredients.
Solution:
• Always start the food processor before adding
liquid. Add liquid in a slow, steady stream, or
through the drizzle hole in the pusher, allowing the dry ingredients to absorb it. If too much
liquid is added, wait until ingredients in the work
bowl have mixed, then add remaining liquid
slowly (do not turn off the machine). Pour liquid
onto dough as it passes under feed tube opening; do not pour liquid directly onto bottom of
the work bowl.
3.Problem: Blade rises in work bowl.
Solution:
• Excessively sticky dough can cause blade to
rise. Carefully reinsert blade and immediately
add 2 tablespoons of flour through the feed tube
while the machine is running.
4.Problem: Dough doesn’t clean inside of the
work bowl.
Solution:
• Amount of dough may exceed maximum
capacity of your food processor. Remove half
and process in two batches.
• Dough may be too dry (see number 7).
• Dough may be too wet (see number 8).
5.Problem: Nub of dough forms on top of blade
and does not become uniformly kneaded.
Solution:
• Stop machine, carefully remove dough, divide it
into 3 pieces and redistribute them evenly in the
work bowl.
6.Problem: Dough feels tough after kneading.
Solution:
•
Divide dough into 2 or 3 pieces and redistribute evenly in bowl. Process 10 seconds or
until uniformly soft and pliable.
7.Problem: Dough is too dry.
Solution:
• While machine is running, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough cleans the inside of
the bowl.
8.Problem: Dough is too wet.
Solution:
• While machine is running, add flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough cleans the inside of
the bowl.
Technical
1. Problem: The motor does not start.
Solution:
• There is a safety interlock to prevent the motor
from starting if it is not properly assembled.
Make sure the work bowl and work bowl cover
are securely locked into position.
• If the motor still will not start, check the power
cord and outlet.
2.Problem: The food processor shuts off during
operation.
Solution:
• The cover may have become unlocked; check to
make sure it is securely in position.
• A safety protector in the motor prevents the
motor from overheating, which is caused by
excessive strain. Press the Off control button
and wait 20 to 30 minutes to allow the food
processor to cool off before resuming.
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3.Problem: The motor slowed down during
operation.
Solution:
• This is normal as some heavier loads (e.g., slicing/shredding cheese) may require the motor to
work harder. Simply reposition the food in the
feed tube and try again.
• The maximum load capacity may have been
exceeded. Remove some of the ingredients and
continue processing.
4.Problem: The food processor vibrated/moved
around the countertop during processing.
Solution:
• Make sure the rubber feet at the bottom of the
unit are clean and dry. Also make sure that the
maximum load capacity is not being exceeded.
• This is normal as some heavier loads (e.g., slicing/shredding cheese) may require the motor to
work harder.
LIMITED TWO-YEAR
WARRANTY
This warranty is available to consumers only. You
are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart Elemental
8 Food Processor that was purchased at retail
for personal, family or household use. Except
as otherwise required under applicable law, this
warranty is not available to retailers or other
commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart Elemental 8 Food
Processor will be free of defects in materials and
workmanship under normal home use for two
years from the date of original purchase.
We recommend that you visit our website,
www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient way to
complete your product registration. However,
product registration does not eliminate the need
for the consumer to maintain the original proof of
purchase in order to obtain the warranty benefits.
In the event that you do not have proof of
purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of
this warranty will be the date of manufacture.
If your Cuisinart Elemental 8 Food Processor
should prove to be defective within the warranty
period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary,
replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply
call our toll-free number 1-800-726-0190 for
additional information from our Customer Service
Representatives, or send the defective product to
Customer Service at Cuisinart, 7475 North Glen
Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307.
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your
return, please enclose $10.00 for shipping and
handling of the product.
Please pay by check or money order (California
residents need only supply proof of purchase
and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping
instructions).
NOTE: For added protection and secure handling
of any Cuisinart product that is being returned,
we recommend you use a traceable, insured
delivery service. Cuisinart cannot be held
responsible for in-transit damage or for packages
that are not delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged
products are not covered under warranty. Please
be sure to include your return address, daytime
phone number, description of the product defect,
product model number (located on bottom of
product), original date of purchase, and any other
information pertinent to the product’s return.
Your Cuisinart Elemental 8 Food Processor has
been manufactured to the strictest specifications
and has been designed for use only in 120 volt
outlets and only with authorized accessories
and replacement parts. This warranty expressly
excludes any defects or damages caused by
attempted use of this unit with a converter, as
well as use with accessories, replacement parts
or repair service other than those authorized
by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any
damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or
other than ordinary household use. This warranty
excludes all incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of these damages, so these exclusions
may not apply to you. You may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:
California law provides that for In-Warranty
Service, California residents have the option of
returning a nonconforming product (A) to the
store where it was purchased or (B) to another
retail store that sells Cuisinart products of the
same type.
The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either
repair the product, refer the consumer to an
independent repair facility, replace the product,
or refund the purchase price less the amount
directly attributable to the consumer’s prior
usage of the product. If the above options do not
result in the appropriate relief to the consumer,
the consumer may then take the product to an
independent repair facility if service or repair
can be economically accomplished. Cuisinart
and not the consumer will be responsible for
the reasonable cost of such service, repair,
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replacement, or refund for nonconforming
products under warranty.
California residents may also, according
to their preference, return nonconforming
products directly to Cuisinart for repair, or
if necessary, replacement, by calling our
Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800726-0190.
Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the
repair, replacement, and shipping and handling
for such products under warranty.
BEFORE RETURNING
YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT
If you are experiencing problems with your
Cuisinart product, we suggest that you call our
Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-0190
before returning the product to be serviced.
If servicing is needed, a Representative can
confirm whether the product is under warranty
and direct you to the nearest service location.
Important: If the nonconforming product is to
be serviced by someone other than Cuisinart’s
Authorized Service Center, please remind the
servicer to call our Consumer Service Center
at 1-800-726-0190 to ensure that the problem
is properly diagnosed, the product is serviced
with the correct parts, and the product is still
under warranty.
There is no need to buy breadcrumbs when you can make them with your
Cuisinart
4 SLICESWHITEBREAD
®
Food Processor in no time at all.
2
Makes
1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Bake slices of bread in a
2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
Note: Breadcrumbs can also be processed from day-old
bread. Simply break into uniform pieces and follow
above instruction until fi nely chopped.
Tip: For seasoned breadcrumbs, add ¼ teaspoon each
dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder and ground
onion fl akes to toasted bread and process as above.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
single layer for about 20 minutes or until bread is
completely dried out. (Since you are only baking four
slices of bread, this is the perfect task for your toaster
oven, saving energy and money.)
food processor. Directly into the work bowl, break the
bread into pieces and pulse 6 to 8 times, then
process on High until desired texture is achieved,
about 30 to 60 seconds.
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BASICS
DILL BUTTER
Using a high-quality European-style butter makes a difference, so splurge
on a good brand for this recipe. We feature it in our Radish - Dill Tea
Sandwiches, but a pat on top of grilled or roasted salmon is another
great use for it.
¼ CUPFRESHDILL
½ CUP (1 STICK) GOODQUALITY
BUTTER, ROOMTEMPERATUREANDCUTINTO 4 PIECES
2 PINCHESKOSHERSALTPINCHFRESHLYGROUNDBLACK
PEPPER
Makes ½ cup
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor.
2. Put the dill into the work bowl and process on High
to chop, about 10 seconds.
3. Add the butter, salt and pepper. Process on High,
scraping down as needed, for about 10 seconds until
thoroughly combined.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
Nutritional information per serving (2 teaspoons):
½ TO 1 TEASPOONFRESHLEMONJUICE
½ TEASPOONKOSHERSALT
food processor. Add the carrot, red pepper, scallion
and parsley and pulse about 5 times to chop. Add
the cream cheese, lemon juice and salt to the bowl
and pulse about 10 to 12 times, until the all the
ingredients have been fully incorporated and cream
cheese is smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl
between every few pulses if needed.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
INTO 1-INCHPIECES
2 TEASPOONSFRESHLEMONJUICE
2 TEASPOONSDRAINEDCAPERS
2 SPRIGSFRESHDILL
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BASICS
food processor. Add the cream cheese, salt and
pepper. Pulse a few times to break up, and then
process until smooth. Add the smoked salmon,
lemon juice, capers and dill and pulse to combine.
Then run on High to fully combine all of the ingredients.
2. Taste and add another pinch of salt if desired.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
You’ll be pleasantly surprised how easy it is to make your own nut butter; be
sure to use unsalted nuts so you can control the amount of seasoning
in the fi nal product.
Makes about 1 cup
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
2 CUPSUNSALTED, DRYROASTEDPEANUTS
KOSHERSALTTOTASTE
food processor. Pulse peanuts about 10 times and then
process on Low until drops of oil are visible and the
mixture is very smooth, about 4 to 5 minutes, depending on desired consistency. (You may need to stop to
scrape down the sides of the bowl periodically.)
2. Add salt and pulse 2 to 3 times to incorporate. Adjust
seasoning as desired.
TIP: This method can be done with any of your favorite
nuts; try adding sweet or savory spices to the spread for
more complex fl avor.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
Tahini (a paste of ground sesame seeds) can now be found in most grocery
stores. Be sure to stir well before measuring out, as it naturally separates in
its jar. This dressing is a perfect match for our Falafel on page 47, but is also
just as delicious over mixed greens.
Makes about 1 cup
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor. With the machine running on High,
drop the garlic through the feed tube. Allow to
process until fi nely chopped. Stop machine to scrape
down sides. Add the tahini, ¼ cup of water, lemon
juice, honey, salt and pepper.
2. Turn machine on Low to process while adding the oil
through the drizzle hole in the pusher. Continue to
process until desired consistency. If dressing seems
too thick, process in up to an additional ¼ cup of
water. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
food processor. With the machine running on High,
drop the garlic through the feed tube and process
until fi nely chopped. Add the anchovies, egg yolks,
mustard, lemon juice, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce
and pepper to the work bowl. Process on High until
well blended.
2. With the machine running on Low, pour the olive oil
through the drizzle hole in the pusher in a steady
stream until the dressing is emulsifi ed, about 30
seconds.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
*Raw egg warning: Caution is suggested in consuming raw and lightly
cooked eggs due to the slight risk of salmonella or other food-borne
illness. To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly
refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid
contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor. Process the egg yolks, salt, mustard,
lemon juice and water on Low until smooth, about 30
seconds. With the machine running, add the oil
through the drizzle hole in the pusher until all oil is
incorporated and the mayonnaise is emulsifi ed and
homogenous.
2. Scrape down sides; taste and adjust seasoning
accordingly.
Note: For fresh herb mayonnaise: process
1
⁄3 cup fi rmly
packed fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, dill, tarragon, basil,
etc.), stems removed, with the yolks before adding
the oil.
For a bolder-fl avored mayonnaise, increase the salt by
¼ teaspoon, the Dijon by ½ teaspoon and lemon juice
to 1 tablespoon.
Nutritional information per serving
(1 tablespoon, using egg yolks):
*Raw egg warning: Caution is suggested in consuming raw and lightly
cooked eggs due to the slight risk of salmonella or other food-borne
illness. To reduce this risk, we recommend you use only fresh, properly
refrigerated, clean, grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid
contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.
For lower-cholesterol mayonnaise, and to avoid using raw eggs,
cholesterol free egg substitute may be substituted for the egg yolks.
24
BASICS
BASIL PESTO
This is a slightly cheesier version of the standard pesto, but you can
adjust the amount of cheese as desired. Try any combination of
herbs or nuts in this recipe.
Makes 1¼ cups
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
LEAVES (ABOUT 3 OUNCES)
½ TEASPOONKOSHERSALT
½ TO 2⁄3
CUPEXTRAVIRGINOLIVEOIL
food processor. Add the cheese, garlic and nuts to
the work bowl and pulse to roughly chop, about 10
pulses. Add the basil leaves and salt and pulse about
10 to 15 times; scrape the bowl. With the machine
running on Low, add the olive oil in a slow, steady
stream through the feed tube, processing until
combined and an emulsion is formed, about 1
minute. Scrape down the sides of the work bowl.
2. To store the pesto, transfer to a glass jar or airtight
container. Tap to remove all air bubbles and even out
the surface. Cover the surface directly with plastic
wrap and refrigerate. The pesto will keep for 5 days in
the refrigerator, or it may be frozen.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
PIECES
¾ TEASPOONDRIEDOREGANO
¼ CUPDRYWHITEWINE
1 CAN (28 OUNCES) WHOLEPEELED
PLUMTOMATOES, WITHJUICE
½ TEASPOONKOSHERSALT
1 LARGESPRIGFRESHBASIL (10 TO
12 LEAVES)
¼ TEASPOONFRESHLYGROUND
BLACKPEPPER
¼ TEASPOONREDPEPPERFLAKES
(OPTIONAL)
medium heat.
2. While the oil is heating, insert the chopping blade
into the work bowl of the food processor. With the
machine running on High, drop the garlic through the
feed tube to chop. Turn unit off, scrape down the
sides of the bowl and add the onion. Pulse to fi nely
chop, about 5 times.
3. When the oil is hot add the garlic, onion and oregano
to the pan. Sauté until the onion is softened and the
garlic is fragrant. Add the wine to the pan and cook
until completely reduced.
4. While the wine is cooking, add the tomatoes to the
work bowl and pulse to fi nely chop, about 8 times.
Add the tomatoes, salt and basil to the pan.
5. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce to low. Partly
cover the pan and simmer for 30 minutes. Turn off the
heat and stir in the black pepper and red pepper
fl akes, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning
accordingly.
If you would like to use this sauce for pizza, continue to
simmer uncovered for an additional 30 to 40 minutes
until thick and reduced, stirring often. Let the sauce cool
completely before using on pizza dough.
food processor. Add the shallot, parsley and dill;
pulse to chop, about 10 pulses. Scrape down the
sides of the bowl and add the mustard and capers
and pulse 5 to 10 times to chop.
use 5 long pulses to combine. Do not over-process.
Refrigerate until ready to use.
TOMATO SALSA
Makes about 2 cups
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor. Add the cilantro, scallions, garlic and
jalapeño and pulse to chop, about 10 pulses. Add the
salt, tomatoes and lime juice and pulse to chop until
desired consistency is reached, about 8 to 10 pulses.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly. Depending
on desired consistency, strain salsa to remove excess
liquid.
food processor. Add the garlic, jalapeño, scallion and
cilantro and pulse to roughly, but evenly chop.
2. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Scoop out the
insides of the avocados in pieces directly into the
work bowl and add the lime juice and salt. Alternate
between pulsing and running on High until desired
consistency is achieved, about 10 to 15 pulses.
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a six-cup muffi n
pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor. Add the fl ours, salt, baking soda,
cinnamon, oats and zest to the work bowl; process on
Low for 10 seconds to sift. Transfer ingredients to a
medium mixing bowl; reserve. Add the walnuts and
pulse to chop, about 5 times. Leaving the nuts in the
bowl, remove the chopping blade and insert the
medium shredding disc. Cut the carrots to fi t the feed
tube snugly and shred on High. Add to the bowl with
the dry ingredients and stir to combine; reserve.
3. Reinsert the chopping blade and add the brown
sugar, eggs, oil and vanilla to the work bowl and
process on Low for 5 seconds, until combined. Add
the fl our/carrot mixture, and pulse three times to
combine. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add
the coconut and sunfl ower seeds. Pulse 3 to 4 more
times to incorporate.
4. Divide the batter among the prepared muffi n cups
and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick or
cake tester comes out clean.
FLOUR
1½ TEASPOONSGROUNDCINNAMON
¾ TEASPOONGROUNDALLSPICE
¼ TEASPOONGROUNDNUTMEG
1 TEASPOONKOSHERSALT
1 TEASPOONBAKINGPOWDER
½ CUPWALNUTS, LIGHTLYTOASTED
1 LARGEZUCCHINI, APPROXIMATELY
8 TO 10 OUNCES
½ CUPVEGETABLEOIL
1 CUPGRANULATEDSUGAR
2 LARGEEGGS
½ CUPDRIEDCHERRIESOR
CRANBERRIES
with cooking spray.
2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor. Add the fl our, spices, salt and baking
powder and process on Low for 10 seconds to sift.
Transfer ingredients to a large bowl; reserve. Add the
walnuts to the work bowl and chop, 2 to 3 pulses.
Leaving the nuts in the work bowl, remove the
chopping blade and insert the medium shredding
disc. Trim the zucchini to fi t the feed tube and shred.
Transfer the walnuts and zucchini to the bowl with the
dry ingredients. Stir to mix.
3. Reinsert the chopping blade and add the vegetable
oil, sugar and eggs. Process on Low for 5 to 10
seconds until combined. Add to the mixing bowl with
the dry ingredients, along with the dried fruit, and stir
until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the
middle of the oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until
a toothpick or cake tester comes out clean.
5. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes, and then turn the
loaf out onto a wire rack to cool completely.