Cuisinart MFP-107BC, MFP-107 Series Instruction Booklet
7-Cup Cuisinart Elite Collection® Food Processor
MFP-107 Series
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Recipe
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FOOD CAPACITY
Sliced or shredded fruit, vegetables or cheese 7 cups
Chopped fruit, vegetables or cheese 2 cups
Puréed fruit, vegetables or cheese 2 cups cooked; 1 cup puréed
Chopped or puréed meat, fish or seafood ¾ pound
Thin liquid (e.g. dressing, soups, etc.)
5 cups
Cake batter 8-inch cheesecake batter; 1 box (15.25 ounce) cake mix
Cookie dough 2½ dozen (based on average chocolate chip cookie recipe)
White bread/pizza dough 3 cups (all-purpose or bread flour)
Nuts for nut butter
2 cups
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM WORK BOWL CAPACITY
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D
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E
F
G
C
IMPORTANT UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
This package contains a Cuisinart Elite
Collection
®
7-Cup Food Processor and the
accessories for it:
7-cup work bowl, work bowl cover, metal
chopping/mixing/kneading blade, reversible
slicing/shredding disc, stem adapter, pusher,
spatula 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 or table where
you intend to keep the food processor. Be
sure the box is right side up.
2. Open top flaps – you will see a rectangular
block of packing material that holds the
processor parts, each fitted into cavity.
3. Remove the instruction/recipe book first.
4. WITH GREAT CARE, THE BLADE IS VERY
SHARP, lift out the slicing/shredding disc
(A), bowl cover (B), detachable stem (C) and
spatula (D).
5. Lift out the top packing material.
6. Lift out the bowl (E), Remove the packing
material. CAREFULLY REMOVE THE
METAL CHOPPING BLADE (F) BY
GRASPING THE CENTER HUB.
7. Only the housing base (G) remains in the
box. Use both hands to lift the base out of
the box and place on the table of counter.
8. Assemble the bowl onto the base by
positioning the handle to the left of center
and turning it counterclockwise to lock it into
the base. Read the instructions thoroughly
before using the machine.
9. Save the shipping cartons and packing
material. You will find them very useful if
need to repack the processor for moving or
other shipment. Keep bags away from
children.
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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 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 1-800-7620190 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 motordriven 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 outside of 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 pusher
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
accompanying the 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 groundingtype plug, and should be used in
combination with a properly
connected grounding-type outlet as
shown in Figure A.
If a grounding-type outlet is not
available, an adapter, 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 ................ 3
Important Safeguards................................... 4
Features and Benefits .................................. 6
Assembly Instructions ...................................7
Machine Controls ......................................... 8
Machine Functions ....................................... 8
User Guide and Capacity Chart ............... 8–9
Cleaning, Storage and Maintenance .......... 10
For Your Safety ........................................... 10
Technical Data .............................................10
Troubleshooting .................................... 11–12
Warranty Information ............................ 12-13
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
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. Housing Base and Motor
With a vertically projecting motor shaft,
this powerful base will easily process a
variety of recipes.
2. Touchpad Control Panel
These easy-to-clean, touchpad
buttons feature On, Pulse and Off with
blue LED light.
3. Work Bowl
7-cup capacity with
SealTight™ Advantage
technology, which maximizes processing
capacity.
The work bowl is made of durable material
with convenient measurement markings
and pour spout.
4. Work Bowl Cover with Feed Tube
Work bowl cover with SealTight™ Advantage
feature allows for maximum bowl capacity
during processing and pouring. To remove
the work bowl cover, push in the release
buttons on either side of the handle
interlock.
5. Pusher
Secured with a snap-fit, the pusher allows
you to process the ingredients that go in
the feed tube. Small drizzle hole for
emulsifying is also provided.
6. Chopping/Mixing/Kneading Blade
This stainless steel blade will chop, mix
or knead dough. It also features the
BladeLock System to keep the blade
in place while pouring.
7. Reversible Slicing and Shredding Disc
Provides the versatility of either slicing
or shredding with the convenience of
one disc.
8. Stem Adapter
This user-friendly tool easily attaches to the
disc to engage the motor shaft.
9. Spatula
Uniquely designed to scrape the
work bowl.
10. Cord Storage (not shown)
Keeps countertops safe and clean by
conveniently wrapping excess cord under
the unit.
11.
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 Elite Collection
®
7-Cup Food Processor for the first time, wash
the work bowl, work bowl cover, pusher, blade,
disc, and spatula (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
counterclockwise to lock it onto the
housing base.
Blade Operation
The BladeLock feature is designed to
keep the blade in place during processing,
pouring, lifting, and handling tasks – but is
not permanently engaged. Handle with
care. Always check to be sure the blade
is securely locked before turning the
bowl upside down.
Note: The chopping/mixing/kneading
blade should not be removed when
liquid contents are above the hub of the
blade in the bowls, as this will defeat the
SealTight
™
system.
Blade Operation
3. With the work bowl assembled on the
base, grasp the chopping/mixing/kneading
blade by its hub, align it over the center of
the bowl, place it on the shaft and turn it
until it slides into place. Firmly push down
to lock. Always check to be sure the
blade is securely locked before turning
the bowl upside down.
(To remove, first
take the bowl off the base and put it on a
flat surface. Rest the heel of your hand on
the rim of the bowl and pull up gently and
carefully.)
Disc Operation
4. Position the stem adapter over the center
of the bowl, and slide it down the motor
shaft. Select which disc side to use for
slicing or shredding, and place over the
stem adapter.
Cover Operation
5. Put the work bowl cover on the work bowl
by latching the back on first and then
pushing down on the
front to lock into place.
Be sure both front and
back locks are fully
engaged.
Another way to put the
cover on is by
positioning it directly
over the bowl, and
pushing down on the
front and back.
To remove the cover,
push in both sides of
the release button
(located on the cover
interlock) and lift up to
remove.
Note: The work bowl
cover fits, locks and
seals on the bowl. The
work bowl cover will
become easier to engage with repeated
use. The seal is removable for cleaning,
but must be replaced for each operation.
6. Align pusher over the feed tube opening on
the work bowl cover and slide it down
completely.
7. Plug the food processor into a proper
electrical outlet. It is now ready for use.
Note: The bowl and lid must be securely
in place for the unit to operate.
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MACHINE CONTROLS
On Button
The On control is a continuous button that
allows 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 On 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 is 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 On light will be
illuminated upon activation.
MACHINE FUNCTIONS
Using the Metal 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 ON to run the machine continuously.
Watch ingredients closely to achieve desired
consistency and scrape the work bowl as
necessary.
Puréeing
• To purée fresh fruits or cooked fruits/
vegetables: Ingredients should be cut into
1-inch pieces; a smooth purée is achieved
easiest when all the pieces are equal in size.
Pulse to initially chop and then process ON
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.
Reversible Slicing/Shredding Disc
• 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 before slicing.
• To shred leafy vegetables like lettuce or
spinach: Roll leaves together and stand up
in feed tube. Process with even pressure.
USER GUIDE & CAPACITY
CHART
(facing page)
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!
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FOOD TOOL DIRECTIONS
Soft Cheeses
(ricotta, cream
cheese, cottage
cheese, etc.)
Chopping, Mixing, Kneading
Blade
Have cheese at room temperature. When applicable, cut into 1-inch 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 Have cheese sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before slicing/
shredding. Cut to fit feed tube. Use light to medium pressure
when slicing/shredding.
Hard Cheeses
(Parmesan,
Romano, etc.)
Chopping, Mixing, Kneading
Blade
Chill cheese(s). If using the metal 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.
Baby Food Chopping Mixing, Kneading
Blade
As for all fruit and cooked vegetable purées, cut ingredients into 1-inch
pieces. Steam cooked ingredients until completely soft. Pulse to chop, then
process until completely smooth (add steaming liquid through the feed tube
as processing if necessary). To ensure there are no lumps, press mixture
through a fine mesh strainer. Keeps well frozen in ice cube trays for
individual 1-ounce portions.
Butter Chopping, Mixing, Kneading
Blade
Slicing/Shredding Disc
For creaming: Have 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 perfect for preparing certain pastry
doughs. Sliced butter is great for serving alongside corn on the cob or
freshly made rolls.
Grating Chocolate Chopping, Mixing,
Kneading Blade
Chill chocolate. Cut into ½ - to 1-inch pieces, or use chocolate chips. Pulse
to break up, and then process until desired consistency is achieved.
Bread/Cookie/
Cracker/Chip
Crumbs
Chopping, Mixing,
Kneading Blade
If larger than the size of a potato chip, break into smaller pieces. Pulse to
break up, and then process until desired consistency. This will make perfect
breads/cracker/chip crumbs for breading meats and fish. Processing
cookies makes for delicious pie and cake crusts!
Milk Shakes/
Smoothies
Chopping, Mixing,
Kneading Blade
For milk shakes, first add ice cream. While unit is running, add milk through
the feed tube until desired consistency. For smoothies, add fruit first, then
add the liquid through the feed tube while unit is running.
Fresh Herbs Chopping, Mixing,
Kneading Blade
Wash and dry herbs VERY well. Pulse to roughly chop. Process to finely
chop.
Nuts Chopping, Mixing,
Kneading 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,
Kneading Blade
Put frozen fruit cut into 1-inch 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,
Kneading 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,
Kneading Blade
Process granulated sugar for about 1 minute until finely ground. Excellent
for using in meringues and some baked goods.
Ground Meat Chopping, Mixing,
Kneading Blade
Cut into ½-inch pieces. About 14 long pulses, or until desired consistency. If
a purée is desired, continue to process. Never chop/purée more than ¾
pound at one time.
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CLEANING, STORAGE AND
MAINTENANCE
Keep your Cuisinart Elite Collection® 7-Cup
Food Processor ready to use on the kitchen
counter. When not in use, leave it unplugged.
Keep the blades 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 of the seal. The seal also can be
removed for cleaning, but must be replaced for
every operation. Insert the work bowl and
pusher upside down for drainage. Remember to
unload the dishwasher carefully wherever you
place 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 place 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 disc 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 durable plastic, that is
shatter resistant and heat resistant. It should not
be placed in a microwave oven, as the aperture
at the front of the pusher houses the metal rod
that activates the motor.
The housing base may be wiped clean with a
soapy, non-abrasive material. Be sure to dry
once clean.
Four rubber feet on the underside keep the base
from moving on most work surfaces when the
machine is processing heavy loads. 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 blades and discs
carefully. Their cutting edges are very sharp.
Always place the stem adapter on the motor
shaft before assembling the disc.
Never put blade or disc 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 chopping blade or dough
blade.
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 30
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 One-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 1- to 2-inch pieces before
processing.
• Process in batches to avoid
overloading.
2. Problem: Slices are uneven or slanted.
Solution:
• Place evenly cut food into the feed tube.
• Apply even pressure on the pusher.
3. Problem: Food falls over in feed tube.
Solution:
• Feed tube must 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, 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. 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.
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• 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 food processor cover
becomes unlatched in the back and/or
makes a loud noise.
Solution:
• If the back of the cover becomes
unlatched, and there is any related noise,
it will not prevent the unit from working.
Simply push down to lock the back into
position.
4. 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.
5. Problem: It is difficult to remove the
chopping/mixing/kneading blade from the
work bowl.
Solution:
• This innovative blade has been designed to
lock in the work bowl to prevent them from
falling out when emptying the contents of
the bowl. Using extreme care, use a little
extra force to remove the blade.
6. 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.
7. Problem: The pusher falls out when the
cover is turned upside down.
Solution:
• The pusher lock feature, located above the
handle, should be pulled out.
WARRANTY
LIMITED ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
This warranty is available to consumers only.
You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart
Elite Collection
®
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DESSERTS
CLASSIC APPLE PIE
Everyone needs a fail-proof apple pie recipe –
here is our favorite to share with you and your family.
1
RECIPE
PÂTE BRISÉE
DOUGH
(
PAGE
40)
4
LARGE
APPLES
(G
OLDEN
D
ELICIOUS
, G
INGER
G
OLD
,
OR
P
INK
L
ADY
TEND
TO BE
THE
TASTIEST
),
PEELED
,
CORED
,
AND
HALVED
JUICE
OF ½
MEDIUM
LEMON
½
TEASPOON
GROUND
CINNAMON
PINCH
GROUND
NUTMEG
¼
TEASPOON
KOSHER
SALT
1
TEASPOON
PURE
VANILLA
EXTRACT
½
CUP
GRANULATED
SUGAR
EGG
WASH
(1
LARGE
EGG
LIGHTLY BEATEN
WITH
A
TEASPOON
OF
WATER
)
Makes one 10-inch pie, 8 to 12 servings
1. Preheat oven to 450°F with the rack in the lower third
of the oven.
2. Roll out dough to
1
⁄8-inch thick circle and t into a
10-inch pie plate. Chill in refrigerator for about 20
minutes.
3. While dough is chilling, prepare the lling. Insert the
slicing disc into the work bowl of the food processor.
Stand the apple halves upright in the feed tube and
slice. Transfer to a large bowl and toss gently with the
lemon juice, spices, salt, vanilla and sugar.
4. Using a fork, prick the chilled dough evenly all over
but make sure not to go entirely through the dough.
Transfer the apple mixture into the pie shell.
5. Roll out the remaining dough into a 10-inch disc.
Brush the outer rim of the pie shell with the egg wash.
Press the dough disc on top of the lled pie, pressing
down the sides to seal. Using a paring knife, trim any
excess dough and discard (or save for another use).
Cut four ½-inch vents in the center of the top of the
pie crust (in a circular pattern, similar to a clock’s 12,
3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions). Brush the top with the
remaining egg wash, and sprinkle with granulated
sugar.
6. Bake the pie for 15 minutes, then reduce the tem-
perature to 350°F and continue to bake until golden
brown, another 30 to 35 minutes. Let the pie rest on a
cooling rack at least 40 minutes before serving.
Nutritional information per serving (based on 12 servings):
Calories 263 (51% from fat)
|
carb. 30g
|
pro. 2g
|
fat 15g
sat. fat 9g
|
chol. 48mg
|
sod. 241mg
|
calc. 5mg
|
ber 1g
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DESSERTS
Makes one 8-inch cake, about 12 servings
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place a baking pan on the
bottom rack of the oven and ll with water. Position the
other rack in the middle of the oven, directly over the
water- lled pan. Lightly coat the inside of a springform
pan with nonstick spray; reserve.
2. Prepare the crust. Insert the chopping blade into the
work bowl of the food processor. Add the cookies and
pulse about 10 times to chop, then process to nely
grind, about 20 seconds. Add the butter and pulse
about 5 times to combine. Remove and press into the
bottom of the prepared pan. Reserve.
3. Prepare the lling. Remove the chopping blade to wipe
out work bowl, and then replace the chopping blade.
Add the cream cheese. Pulse about 5 times, scrape
down sides of bowl, and then process for 30 to 35
seconds until creamy. Add the sugars and pulse a few
times, and then process until homogenous, stopping to
scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. With the
unit running, add the vanilla and eggs, one at a time,
until combined.
4. Stop the unit to add the pumpkin, salt and spices. Pulse
until combined, scraping down as needed. Pulse in the
crème fraîche until combined.
5. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the prepared pan.
Open the oven; if any of the water has evaporated from
the baking pan in the oven, add some more. Place the
cheesecake on the middle rack. Bake for 1 hour and
then turn the oven off and let rest in the oven for an
additional hour. Cool cheesecake completely on a
cooling rack, then cover and refrigerate for at least 8
hours.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 334 (60% from fat)
|
carb. 27g
|
pro. 6g
|
fat 22g
sat. fat 12g
|
chol. 122mg
|
sod. 258mg
|
calc. 36mg
|
ber 1g
NONSTICK
COOKING
SPRAY
C
RUST
:
24
GINGERSNAP
COOKIES
3
TABLESPOONS
UNSALTED
BUTTER
,
SOFTENED
AND
CUBED
F
ILLING
:
16
OUNCES
(2
STANDARD
PACKAGES
)
CREAM
CHEESE
,
SOFTENED
AND
CUT
INTO
12
PIECES
,
ROOM
TEMPERATURE
½
CUP
PACKED
LIGHT
BROWN
SUGAR
¼
CUP
GRANULATED
SUGAR
1
TEASPOON
PURE
VANILLA
EXTRACT
4
LARGE
EGGS
,
ROOM
TEMPERATURE
1
CUP
PUMPKIN
PURÉE
PINCH
KOSHER
SALT
½
TEASPOON
GROUND
CINNAMON
1
⁄8
TEASPOON
GROUND
ALLSPICE
1
⁄8
TEASPOON
GROUND
NUTMEG
8
OUNCES
CRÈME
FRAÎCHE
,
OR
PLAIN
GREEK
YOGURT
,
ROOM
TEMPERATURE
Change up the Thanksgiving table with this pumpkin pie–inspired dessert.
PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
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DESSERTS
NONSTICK
COOKING
SPRAY
¾
CUP
PLUS
2
TABLESPOONS
UNBLEACHED
,
ALL
-
PURPOSE
FLOUR
1
TEASPOON
GROUND
CINNAMON
1
TEASPOON
BAKING
POWDER
½
TEASPOON
BAKING
SODA
½
TEASPOON
KOSHER
SALT
1
CUP
WALNUTS
,
LIGHTLY TOASTED
½
POUND
CARROTS
(
ABOUT
4
MEDIUM
-
SMALL
CARROTS
),
PEELED
½
CUP
GRANULATED
SUGAR
½
CUP
PACKED
LIGHT
OR
DARK
BROWN
SUGAR
½
CUP
PLUS
2
TABLESPOONS
GRAPESEED
OR
VEGETABLE
OIL
2
LARGE
EGGS
1
TEASPOON
PURE
VANILLA
EXTRACT
F
ROSTING
:
8
OUNCES
(1
STANDARD
PACKAGE
)
CREAM
CHEESE
,
ROOM
TEMPERATURE
AND
CUT
INTO
8
PIECES
1
STICK
(4
OUNCES
)
UNSALTED
BUTTER
,
ROOM
TEMPERATURE
AND
CUT
INTO
4
PIECES
2
OUNCES
GOAT CHEESE
,
ROOM
TEMPERATURE
(
OR
YOU
CAN
SUBSTITUTE
SOUR
CREAM
OR
PLAIN
YOGURT
)
2
⁄3
CUP
CONFECTIONERS
’
SUGAR
¼
TEASPOON
KOSHER
SALT
½
TEASPOON
PURE
VANILLA
EXTRACT
Makes one 8- or 9-inch cake, about 10 servings
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat either an 8- or 9-inch
round baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; reserve.
2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food
processor. Add the our, cinnamon, baking powder,
baking soda and salt. Process to combine, about 10
seconds. Transfer to a large mixing bowl; reserve.
3. Put the walnuts into the work bowl and pulse 2 to 3 times
to coarsely chop. Leaving the nuts in the bowl, remove
the chopping blade and replace with the shredding disc.
Shred the carrots. Add the nuts and carrots to the bowl
with the dry ingredients; reserve.
4. Remove the shredding disc and replace with the
chopping blade. Add the sugars to the work bowl. Put
the oil, eggs and vanilla in a large measuring cup. While
unit is running, gradually add the wet ingredients to the
sugars. Process until well mixed, about 45 to 60 seconds.
Add to the mixing bowl with the dry ingredients; stir until
just combined.
5. Pour into the prepared pan and carefully place in the
oven. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until a cake tester
inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan.
6. While cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. After cleaning
it well, insert the chopping blade into the work bowl. Add
the cream cheese and butter and process until smooth,
stopping to scrape down as needed, about 40 to 60
seconds. Add the goat cheese and process until
combined, another 10 to 15 seconds. Add the sugar, salt
and vanilla. Process until completely smooth, again
stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as
needed.
7. Once the cake has cooled, remove from pan. For a
9-inch cake: Frost the entire cake as one layer, spreading
evenly on the top and sides with a spatula. For an 8-inch
cake: You can make it into a two-layer cake by carefully
using a serrated knife to halve the cake horizontally.
Spread a thin layer of frosting on the top of the lower
half, and then place the top half on the lower. Then
spread a thin layer of frosting to cover all sides and top
(this is called a “crumb coat”). Chill for about 30 to 60
minutes to let that set. After chilling, nish with the
remaining frosting. This will ensure a very clean presenta-
tion. This cake tends to be a bit crumbly so by doing the
crumb coat, your cake will be perfectly smooth.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 495 (62% from fat)
|
carb. 41g
|
pro. 7g
|
fat 35g
sat. fat 11g
|
chol. 74mg
|
sod. 405mg
|
calc. 58mg
|
ber 2g
A cake that is moist, sweet and a bit tangy. Garnish the top of the cake with
toasted almonds, or nely chop walnuts and press around the lower sides
of the cake for a picture-perfect presentation.
CARROT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
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DOUGHS/BREADS
Makes 12 biscuits
1. Preheat oven to 500°F. Line a baking sheet with
parchment paper.
2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the
food processor. Add both ours, cream of tartar, and
baking soda and process for 10 seconds. Add the
sugar, salt and pepper and process again for 5
seconds. Add the cold butter and pulse to incorpo-
rate until the size of the butter resembles peas.
3. While pulsing, pour the buttermilk (you may not need
all of it) through the feed tube until just incorporated
– the dough will be quite sticky. Remove dough from
work bowl and place onto a well oured surface.
Knead dough by hand about two to three times, form
into a log and cut into 12 equal pieces. Form each
piece into a round and place evenly spaced onto the
prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake 10 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from
oven and brush with melted butter. Serve immedi-
ately.
TIP: For more rustic-style biscuits, bake the pieces
of dough without shaping once you’ve portioned
them out.
Nutritional information per biscuit:
Calories 210 (45% from fat)
|
carb. 25g
|
pro. 4g
|
fat 10g
sat. fat 7g
|
chol. 29mg
|
sod. 437mg
|
calc. 26mg
|
ber 1g
2¼
CUPS
UNBLEACHED
,
ALL
-
PURPOSE
FLOUR
¾
CUP
CAKE
FLOUR
1
TABLESPOON
CREAM
OF
TARTA R
2
TEASPOONS
BAKING
SODA
¼
TEASPOON
GRANULATED
SUGAR
1
TEASPOON
KOSHER
SALT
¼
TEASPOON
FRESHLY GROUND
BLACK
PEPPER
9
TABLESPOONS
UNSALTED
BUTTER
,
COLD
AND
CUBED
1
CUP
BUTTERMILK
2
TABLESPOONS
UNSALTED
BUTTER
,
MELTED
These biscuits are so light and tender, you will
want to make them every night.
BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
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DOUGHS/BREADS
Makes 12 rolls
1. In a small saucepan combine the milk, butter and
sugar. Warm over low heat until the butter in melted.
Remove from heat and set aside.
2. In a large measuring cup, dissolve the yeast in the
warm water. Let stand 5 minutes, or until mixture is
foamy. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl
of the food processor. Add the our and salt; process
for 10 seconds. Add the milk mixture and egg to the
yeast mixture. Gently stir to combine. With the
machine running, slowly add the liquid through the
feed tube and process until a dough ball forms.
Continue processing 45 seconds to knead the dough.
Shape the dough into a smooth ball and place in a
1-gallon sealable plastic bag or large bowl. Squeeze
the air out and seal the bag or tightly cover bowl with
plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place until the dough
has doubled in size, about 45 to 60 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 450°F. Lightly butter a 9-inch round
baking pan. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces,
about 2 ounces each). Roll into smooth rounds and
arrange in the prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap
and let rise until the rolls have doubled in size, about
30 to 40 minutes. Combine remaining tablespoon of
milk and tablespoon of butter and heat until the
butter has melted. Just before baking, gently brush
the rolls with the butter/milk mixture. Bake until
golden brown or an internal temperature of 200˚F is
reached, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from pan
and let cool on a rack for about 10 minutes for
serving.
For a softer roll, brush each with melted butter just after
removing from the oven.
Nutritional information per roll:
Calories 144 (28% from fat)
|
carb. 7g
|
pro. 4g
|
fat 2g
sat. fat 1g
|
chol. 22mg
|
sod. 157mg
|
calc. 17mg
|
ber 1g
6
TABLESPOONS
WHOLE
MILK
,
PLUS
1
TABLESPOON
FOR
BRUSHING
4
TABLESPOONS
UNSALTED
BUTTER
,
PLUS
1
TABLESPOON
FOR
BRUSHING
3
TABLESPOONS
GRANULATED
SUGAR
1¾
TEASPOONS
ACTIVE
DRY YEAST
3
TABLESPOONS
WARM
WATER
(105˚F- 110˚F)
3
CUPS
BREAD
FLOUR
¾
TEASPOON
KOSHER
SALT
1
LARGE
EGG
,
LIGHTLY BEATEN
Fresh from the oven, warm rolls make any dinner extra-special.
BUTTERY DINNER ROLLS
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