Cuisinart® Elemental 8 Food Processor
FP-8C Series
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
AND RECIPE BOOKLET
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FOOD CAPACITY
Sliced or shredded fruit, vegetables or cheese 8 cups (2 L)
Chopped fruit, vegetables or cheese 2 cups (500 ml)
Puréed fruit, vegetables or cheese 3 cups (750 ml) cooked; 1½ cups (375 ml) puréed
Chopped or puréed meat, fish or seafood ¾ pound (375 g)
Thin liquid (e.g., dressings, soups, etc.)
4 cups (1 L)
Cake batter 8-inch (20 cm) cheesecake batter; 1 box [15.25 ounce (450 g)] cake mix
Cookie dough 2½ dozen (based on average chocolate chip cookie recipe)
White bread/pizza dough 2.5 cups [625 ml (all-purpose or bread flour)]
Nuts for nut butter
2 cups (500 ml)
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM WORK BOWL CAPACITY
IMPORTANT UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
This package contains a Cuisinart Elemental
8 Food Processor and the accessories for it:
8-cup (1.9 L) 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.ca for a fast, efficient way to
complete your product registration.
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 1-800-472-7606 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 cUL 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
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
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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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
accompa
nying appliance.
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE
If you have a die-cast metal unit, for your
protection it is equipped with a 3-conductor cord set
that has a molded 3-prong grounding-type plug, and
should be used in combination with a properly con
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nected grounding-type outlet as shown in Figure A.
If a grounding-type outlet is not available, an adapt
er, shown in Figure B, may be obtained so that a
2-slot wall outlet can be used with a 3-prong plug.
As shown in Figure C, the adapter must be grounded
by attaching its grounding plug under the screw of
the outlet cover plate.
NOTE: Do not remove the grounding prong.
CAUTION: Before using an adapter,
it must be determined that the outlet cover
plate screw is properly grounded. If in doubt,
consult a licensed electrician. Never use an
adapter unless you are sure it is properly
grounded.
NOTE: Use of an adapter
is not permitted in Canada.
CONTENTS
Important Unpacking Instructions ................ 2
Important Safeguards................................... 3
Parts ............................................................. 5
Assembly Instructions ...................................6
Machine Controls ......................................... 6
Machine Functions ....................................... 6
User Guide ................................................... 8
Cleaning, Storage and Maintenance ............ 9
For Your Safety ............................................. 9
Technical Data ...............................................9
Troubleshooting .......................................... 10
Recipes ....................................................... 12
Warranty Information .................................. 57
PARTS
The machine includes:
1. Housing base with a fixed accessory adapter
and convenient button controls
2. 8-cup (1.9 L) 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
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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 other
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wise 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 (1.25 to 2.5 cm) 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 (2.5 cm)
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.
Using the Reversible Slicing/
Shredding Discs
• The slicing disc makes whole slices. It slices
fruits and vegetables, cooked meat and semifrozen raw meat. The shredding disc shreds
most firm and hard cheeses. It also shreds
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 quarters 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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FOOD TOOL DIRECTIONS
Soft Cheeses
(ricotta, cream
cheese, cottage
cheese, etc.)
Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Have cheese at room temperature. When applicable, cut into 1-inch
(2.5 cm) pieces. Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl
as needed. Perfect for making cheesecakes, dips, pasta fillings, etc.
Firm Cheeses
(Cheddar, Swiss,
Edam, Gouda, etc.)
Slicing/Shredding Disc Cheese should be well chilled before slicing/shredding. Cut to fit feed tube. Use light
to medium pressure when slicing/shredding.
Hard Cheeses
(Parmesan,
Romano, etc.)
Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade
Slicing/Shredding Disc
Chill cheese(s). If using the metal blade, cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) 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.
Baby Food Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade
As for all fruit and vegetable purées, cut ingredients into
½
to 1-inch (1.25 to 2.5 cm)
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 (30 g) portions.
Butter Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade
Slicing/Shredding Disc
For creaming: Have butter at room temperature. Cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces.
Process, scraping bowl as necessary. For compound (flavoured) butters, process
flavouring 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.
Bread/Cookie/
Cracker/Chip
Crumbs
Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Break into pieces. Pulse to break up, and then process until desired consistency. This
will make perfect bread/cracker/chip crumbs for coating meats and fish. Processed
cookies make delicious pie and cake crusts!
Milk Shakes/
Smoothies
Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade For milk shakes, first add ice cream. While unit is running, add milk through 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.
Fresh Herbs Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Wash and dry herbs VERY well. Pulse to roughly chop. Continue pulsing until desired
consistency is achieved.
Nuts Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Pulse to chop to desired consistency. To make a nut butter, pulse to break up, and
then process until smooth, stopping to scrape down as needed.
"Ice Cream" Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Put frozen fruit cut into 1-inch (2.5 c) pieces into the work bowl, with liquid (juice or
milk), any desired sweeteners, such as sugar, honey, simple syrup, and other flavors.
Process until smooth.
Whipped Cream Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Process well-chilled cream until cream begins to thicken. Add sugar as desired;
process continuously until cream reaches desired consistency. This cream is dense
and perfect as a whipped topping for cake or ice cream.
Superfine Sugar Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Process granulated sugar for about 1 minute until finely ground. Excellent for using in
meringues and other baked goods.
Ground Meat Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Cut meat into ½-inch (1.25 cm) pieces. Pulse to chop, about 14 long pulses, or until
desired consistency is achieved. If a purée is desired, continue to process. Never
chop/purée more than
¾
pound (375 g) at one time.
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!
USER GUIDE
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 (1.25 to 2.5 cm) 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 (15 ml) 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, allow
ing 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 open
ing; 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 (30 ml) 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 (15 ml) 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 (15 ml) 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.
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.
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BASICS
Basic Fresh Breadcrumbs .............................................................................................14
Dill Butter ......................................................................................................................15
Vegetable Cream Cheese ............................................................................................16
Salmon Cream Cheese .................................................................................................16
Peanut Butter ................................................................................................................17
Basic Vinaigrette ...........................................................................................................17
Tahini Dressing ..............................................................................................................18
Caesar Dressing ............................................................................................................19
Mayonnaise ...................................................................................................................20
Basil Pesto .....................................................................................................................21
Simple Tomato Sauce ...................................................................................................22
Rémoulade ....................................................................................................................23
Tomato Salsa .................................................................................................................23
Chunky Guacamole ......................................................................................................24
BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Morning Glory Muffins .................................................................................................25
Zucchini Spice Bread ....................................................................................................26
Onion, Pepper and Potato Frittata .............................................................................27
APPETIZERS
Ten-Layer Nachos .........................................................................................................28
Refried Beans ................................................................................................................29
Hummus ........................................................................................................................30
Tea Sandwiches – 2 varieties (Radish-Dill; Cucumber-Salmon) .................................31
Stuffed Breads – 2 varieties (Sausage; Broccoli Rabe) ...............................................33
SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES
Gazpacho ......................................................................................................................36
Creamy Sweet Potato Soup .........................................................................................37
Spring Vegetable Minestrone ......................................................................................38
Coleslaw ........................................................................................................................39
Chopped Salad .............................................................................................................40
Shredded Brussels Sprouts ..........................................................................................41
Potato-Zucchini-Carrot Cakes .....................................................................................42
ENTRÉES
Falafel ............................................................................................................................43
Pizza Margherita ...........................................................................................................44
Mushroom, Leek and Gruyère Quiche........................................................................45
Chicken Pot Pie .............................................................................................................46
Vegetable Stir-Fry .........................................................................................................47
Tacos Americanos .........................................................................................................48
Fish Sticks ......................................................................................................................49
DOUGHS/BREADS
Pizza Dough ..................................................................................................................50
Pâte Brisée ...................................................................................................................51
Buttery Dinner Rolls ......................................................................................................52
Buttermilk Biscuits ........................................................................................................53
DESSERTS
Classic Apple Pie ..........................................................................................................54
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting ..................................................................55
Pumpkin Cheesecake ...................................................................................................56
Recipe Booklet
8-CUP (1.9 L) FOOD PROCESSOR
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BASICS
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.
Makes ½ cup (125 ml)
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 (10 ml)]:
Calories 67 (100% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 7g
• sat. fat 5g • chol. 20mg • sod. 24mg • calc. 0mg • fiber 0g
¼ CUP (60 ML) FRESH DILL
½ CUP [125 ML (1 STICK)]
GOOD QUALITY BUTTER,
ROOM TEMPERATURE AND
CUT INTO
4 PIECES
2 PINCHES KOSHER SALT
PINCH FRESHLY GROUND
BLACK PEPPER
BASIC FRESH BREADCRUMBS
There is no need to buy breadcrumbs when you can make them with your
Cuisinart
®
Food Processor in no time at all.
Makes
2
⁄3 cup (150 ml)
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Bake slices of bread
in a 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.)
2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
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.
Note: Breadcrumbs can also be processed from day-old
bread. Simply break into uniform pieces and follow
above instruction until finely chopped.
Tip: For seasoned breadcrumbs, add ¼ teaspoon (1 ml)
each dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder and
ground onion flakes to toasted bread and process as
above.
Nutritional information per serving [2 tablespoons (30 ml)]:
Calories 96 (11% from fat) • carb. 18g • pro. 3g • fat 1g
• sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 144mg • calc. 16mg • fiber 2g
4 SLICES WHITE BREAD
16
17
BASICS
BASICS
SALMON CREAM CHEESE
Whether on a toasted poppy seed bagel or in an elegant tea sandwich,
salmon cream cheese is a treat for all!
Makes about 1 cup (250 ml)
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
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 (15 ml)]:
Calories 56 (83% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 2g • fat 5g
• sat. fat 3g • chol. 16mg • sod. 160mg • calc. 1mg • fiber 0g
8 OUNCES (230 G) PLAIN
CREAM CHEESE (1 STANDARD
PACKAGE), ROOM TEMPERA
-
TURE AND CUT INTO 8 PIECES
PINCH KOSHER SALT
PINCH FRESHLY GROUND
BLACK PEPPER
3 OUNCES (85 G) SMOKED
SALMON, CUT INTO 1-INCH
(2.5 CM) PIECES
2 TEASPOONS (10 ML) FRESH
LEMON JUICE
2 TEASPOONS (10 ML) DRAINED
CAPERS
2 SPRIGS FRESH DILL
VEGETABLE CREAM CHEESE
Vibrant with colour and texture, this spread isn’t just for schmearing on
your morning bagel – serve with crackers, in sandwiches, or even as
a topping to a baked potato.
Makes 1 cup (250 ml)
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
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 (15 ml)]:
Calories 35 (85% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 3g
• sat. fat 2g • chol. 10mg • sod. 79mg • calc. 1mg • fiber 0g
½ MEDIUM CARROT, PEELED AND
CUT INTO ½-INCH (1.25 CM)
PIECES [HEAPING ¼ CUP (60 ML)]
½ SMALL RED BELL PEPPER, CUT
INTO ½-INCH (1.25 CM) PIECES
[HEAPING ¼ CUP
(60 ML)]
1 SCALLION, CHOPPED INTO
½-INCH (1.25 CM) PIECES [ABOUT
¼ CUP (60 ML)]
1 TABLESPOON (15 ML) FRESH
ITALIAN PARSLEY, STEMS
DISCARDED
8 OUNCES (230 G) PLAIN CREAM
CHEESE (1 STANDARD PACKAGE),
ROOM
TEMPERATURE AND
CUT INTO 8 PIECES
½ TO 1 TEASPOON (2 TO 5 ML) FRESH
LEMON JUICE
½ TEASPOON (2 ML) KOSHER SALT
PEANUT BUTTER
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 final product.
Makes about 1 cup (250 ml)
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
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 favourite
nuts; try adding sweet or savory spices to the spread for
more complex flavour.
Nutritional information per serving [1 tablespoon (15 ml)]:
Calories 116 (71% from fat) • carb. 4g • pro. 5g • fat 10g
• sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 105mg • calc. 11mg • fiber 2g
2 CUPS (500 ML) UNSALTED,
DRY ROASTED PEANUTS
KOSHER SALT TO TASTE
BASIC VINAIGRETTE
This classic vinaigrette can be tossed with mixed greens or drizzled over
grilled chicken – and it works great as a marinade, too.
Makes 1 cup (250 ml)
1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor. Add the vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt
and pepper to the bowl and process on Low to
combine and finely chop.
2. With machine running on Low, pour the olive oil
through the drizzle hole in the pusher until all
ingredients are homogenous, about 1½ to 2 minutes.
Nutritional information per serving [1 tablespoon (15 ml)]:
Calories 106 (82% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 0g • fat 11g
• sat. fat 2g • chol. 0mg • sod. 91mg • calc. 1mg • fiber 0g
1½ TEASPOONS (7 ML)
CHAMPAGNE VINEGAR
½ SMALL SHALLOT [ABOUT
¾ OUNCE (20 G)], PEELED
AND HALVED
1 TEASPOON (5 ML) DIJON
MUSTARD
½ TEASPOON (2 ML) KOSHER
SALT
¼ TEASPOON (1 ML) GROUND
WHITE PEPPER
¾ CUP (175 ML) EXTRA VIRGIN
OLIVE OIL