KitchenAid KFP750 User Manual

12 CUP

FOOD PROCESSOR

INSTRUCTIONS AND RECIPES

MODEL KFP750

FOR THE WAY IT’S MADE.

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1-800-541-6390

Details Inside

We’re so confident the quality of our products meets the exacting standards of KitchenAid that, if your Food Processor should

fail within the first year of ownership, KitchenAid will arrange to deliver an identical or comparable replacement to your door free of charge and arrange to have your original Food Processor returned to us. Your replacement unit will also be covered by our one year full warranty. Please follow these instructions to receive this quality service.

If You Reside In The 50 United

States and your KitchenAid

Food Processor should fail within the first year of ownership, simply call our toll-free Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-541-6390 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern Time), or Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Give the consultant your complete shipping address. (No P.O. Box Numbers, please.)

When you receive your replacement Food Processor, use the carton and packing materials to pack-up your original Food Processor. In the carton, include your name and address on a sheet of paper along with a copy of the proof of purchase (register receipt, credit card charge slip, etc.).

For a detailed explanation of warranty terms and conditions, including how to arrange for service outside the United States, see pages 53 and 54.

Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty

Proof of Purchase & Product Registration

Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Food Processor. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service.

Before you use your Food Processor, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit. This card will enable us to contact you in the

unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act. This card does not verify your warranty.

Please complete the following for

your personal records:

Model Number: KFP750 Serial Number ________________________________________________________ Date Purchased _______________________________________________________ Store Name __________________________________________________________

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty...........................................Inside Front Cover

Product Registration Card ........................................................Inside Front Cover

Food Processor Safety........................................................................................3

Important Safeguards........................................................................................4

Electrical Requirements......................................................................................5

FEATURES AND OPERATION

Food Processor Features ...................................................................................6

Preparing the Food Processor for Use

Before First Use...........................................................................................8

Work Bowl Assembly .................................................................................9

Multipurpose Blade & Dough Blade Assembly ............................................9

Slicing & Shredding Disc Assembly .............................................................9

Mini Bowl Assembly....................................................................................9

Using the Food Processor

Before Use............................................................................................... 10

Maximum Liquid Level .............................................................................10

Turning the Food Processor On and Off ...................................................10

Using the Pulse Control ............................................................................10

2-Piece Food Pusher .................................................................................11

Disassembling the Food Processor ..................................................................11

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the Food Processor............................................................................12

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................13

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Table of Contents

FOOD PROCESSING TIPS

Using the Multipurpose Blade..........................................................................14

Using a Slicing or Shredding Disc ....................................................................15

Using the Dough Blade....................................................................................16

Helpful Hints ...................................................................................................17

RECIPES

Appetizers ......................................................................................................19

Salads and Dressings ......................................................................................24

Soups and Sandwiches....................................................................................28

Vegetables and Side Dishes ............................................................................33

Main Dishes.....................................................................................................37

Breads ............................................................................................................42

Desserts...........................................................................................................47

WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION

Warranty for the 50 United States and District of Columbia............................53

Warranty For Puerto Rico.................................................................................54

Arranging for Service after the Warranty Expires ..............................................54

Arranging for Service Outside the 50 United States and Puerto Rico................54

Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts...................................................55

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you

and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either

the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediatel

y follow

instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured

if you don’t follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

Food Processor Safety

DANGER

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put Food Processor in water or other liquid.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

4. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

5. Avoid contacting moving parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

10. Keep hands and utensils away from moving blades or discs while processing food to reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the Food Processor. A scraper may be used but must be used only when the Food Processor is not running.

11. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.

12. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutting blade or discs on base without first putting bowl properly in place.

13. Be certain cover is securely locked in place before operating appliance.

14. Never feed food by hand. Always use the food pusher.

15. Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock mechanism.

16. This product is designed for household use only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical Requirements

Volts: 120 V.A .C. only. Hertz: 60 Hz

NOTE: This Food Processor has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, 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 modify the plug in any way.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

Food Processor Features

Medium (4 mm) Shredding Disc

Fine (2 mm) Slicing Disc

Stainless Steel Multipurpose Blade

Dough Blade

Heavy Duty Base

2-Piece Food Pusher

Work Bowl Cover with Tall Feed Tube

Work Bowl

4-Cup Mini Bowl and Mini Blade

Medium (4 mm) Slicing Disc

Spatula/ Cleaning Tool

Disc Stem

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Food Processor Features

Work Bowl Cover with Tall Feed Tube

Feed tube accommodates long food items with a minimum of sectioning. Unlike extra-wide feed tubes, there is no pusher interlock system, so the entire length of the tube can be filled with food.

2-Piece Food Pusher

Pusher moves food through the tall feed tube smoothly and easily. A small hole in the bottom of the pusher insert makes it easy to drizzle oil into ingredients – just fill the insert with the desired amount of oil. For smaller items, simply remove the pusher insert and use the built-in small feed tube. With the insert removed, the pusher can also be used as a convenient 4 oz. measuring cup.

12-Cup Work Bowl

The tough polycarbonate bowl provides capacity for large jobs.

Mini Bowl and Mini Blade

4-cup bowl and stainless steel blade are perfect for small chopping and mixing jobs.

Fine (2 mm) Slicing Disc

Disc produces approximately 1⁄16-inch slices of most foods, from delicate strawberries to partially frozen meats.

Medium (4 mm) Slicing Disc

Disc produces approximately 1⁄8-inch slices of most foods.

Medium (4 mm) Shredding Disc

Disc produces approximately 1⁄8-inch shreds of most firm fruits, vegetables, and cheese.

Disc Stem

Stem fits over the power shaft on the base and into the bottom of a slicing or shredding disc.

Stainless Steel Multipurpose Blade

Versatile blade chops, minces, blends, mixes, and emulsifies in a matter of seconds.

Dough Blade

The dough blade is specially designed for mixing and kneading yeast dough.

Heavy-Duty Base

The base features the off, on, and pulse buttons along with the power shaft, which rotates the blades and discs.

Spatula/Cleaning Tool

Special shape facilitates food removal from bowls, discs, and blades.

Chef’s Accessory Case

Stylish and durable slim-line case organizes and protects blades, discs, and accessories.

Preparing the Food Processor for Use

Before First Use

Before using your Food Processor for the first time, wash the work bowl, work bowl cover, mini bowl, feed tube pusher, discs, and blades either by hand or in the dishwasher (see “Cleaning the Food Processor” on page 12).

Work Bowl Assembly

1. Place the Food Processor base on a dry, level countertop with the controls facing forward. Do not plug in the unit until it is completely assembled.

2. With the handle just to the left of center, place the work bowl on the base, fitting the center opening over the power shaft.

3. Grasp the work bowl handle and turn the bowl to the right until it locks into position.

4. Insert the desired accessory into the work bowl. See pages 9–10 for accessory instructions.

5. Place the work bowl cover on the work bowl with the feed tube just to the left of the work bowl handle. Grasp the feed tube and turn the cover to the right until it locks into place.

NOTE: Do not attach the cover to the work bowl before the work bowl is locked on the base. Damage to the work bowl may result.

6. Fit the 2-piece food pusher into the feed tube.

7. Plug into a proper electrical outlet.

NOTE: Your Food Processor will not operate unless the work bowl and work bowl cover are properly locked on the base.

Do not remove the work bowl from the base without first removing the work bowl cover. Damage to the work bowl may result.

WARNING

Cut Hazard Handle blades carefully. Failure to do so can result in

cuts.

Preparing the Food Processor for Use

Multipurpose Blade and Dough Blade Assembly

Place the blade on the power shaft. Rotate the blade so it falls into place on the shaft.

Slicing and Shredding Disc Assembly

1. Place the disc stem on the power shaft.

2. Fit the disc over the metal pin on the disc stem, then rotate the disc until it falls fully onto the stem.

Mini Bowl Assembly

1. Place the mini bowl inside the work bowl over the power shaft. Rotate the mini bowl until it falls into place. When properly seated in the work bowl, the mini bowl cannot be rotated.

2. Fit the mini blade on the power shaft. It may be necessary to rotate the blade until it falls into place.

3. To remove the mini bowl after processing, lift the bowl using the two finger grips located along the top edge of the bowl.

WARNING

Cut Hazard Handle blades carefully. Failure to do so can result in

cuts.

Using the Food Processor

Before Use

Before operating the Food Processor, be sure the work bowl, blades, and work bowl cover are properly assembled on the Food Processor base (see “Preparing the Food Processor for Use” starting on page 8).

Maximum Liquid Level

This line on the work bowl indicates the maximum level of liquid that can be processed by the Food Processor.

Turning the Food Processor On and Off

1. To turn on the Food Processor, press the On Button. The unit will run continuously and the indicator light will glow.

2. To stop the Food Processor, press the Off Button. The indicator light will go out and an automatic brake will stop the action of the blade or disk within seconds.

3. Wait until the blade or disk comes to a complete stop before removing the work bowl cover. Be sure to turn off the Food Processor before removing the work bowl cover, or before unplugging the unit.

NOTE: If the unit fails to operate, make sure the work bowl and cover are properly locked on the base (see “Preparing the Food Processor for Use“ starting on page 8).

Using the Pulse Control

The pulse control allows precise control of the duration and frequency of processing. It’s great for jobs which require a light touch. Just press and hold the Pulse Button to start processing, and release it to stop. The indicator light will glow each time the Pulse Button is pressed.

WARNING

Rotating Blade Hazard Always use food pusher. Keep fingers out of openings. Keep away from children. Failure to do so can result in

amputation or cuts.

ulse

1. Turn the work bowl cover to the left and remove.

2. If using a disc, remove it before removing the bowl. Place two fingers under each side of the disc and lift it straight up. Remove the disc stem.

3. If using the mini bowl, grasp and remove the bowl using the finger grips located along the top edge of the bowl.

4. Turn the work bowl to the left to unlock it from the base. Lift to remove.

Using the Food Processor

The 2-Piece Food Pusher

To slice or shred small items, insert the 2-piece food pusher into the feed tube, turn the top of the pusher left or right to unlock the small pusher, and lift to remove. Use the small feed tube and pusher to process small or slender items, like single carrots or celery stalks. When not using the small feed tube, be sure to lock the small pusher into place.

To slowly drizzle oil into ingredients, just fill the small pusher with the desired amount of oil. A small hole in the bottom of the pusher will drizzle the oil at a constant rate.

Disassembling the Food Processor

WARNING

Cut Hazard Handle blades carefully. Failure to do so can result in

cuts.

5. The multipurpose blade can be removed from the work bowl before the contents are emptied. The blade can also be held in place as you remove food: grasp the work bowl from the bottom and

place one finger through the center opening to grip the blade shaft. Then remove food from the bowl and blade with a spatula.

Cleaning the Food Processor

1. Press the Off Button and unplug the Food Processor before cleaning.

2. Wipe the base and cord with a warm, sudsy cloth, and wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring pads.

3. All the other parts of the Food Processor are dishwasher safe. Be sure to load them away from exposed heating elements in the dishwasher. If washing the Food Processor parts by hand, avoid the use of abrasive cleansers or scouring pads. They may scratch or cloud the work bowl and cover. Thoroughly dry all parts after washing.

4. To prevent damage to the interlock system, always store the work bowl and work bowl cover in the unlocked position when not in use.

5. Wrap the power cord around the work bowl. Secure the plug by clipping it to the cord.

6. Disassembled discs, shafts, and blades should be stored in the provided storage case, and in a location out of the reach of children.

Disassembling the Food Processor

WARNING

Cut Hazard Handle blades carefully. Failure to do so can result in

cuts.

WARNING

Cut Hazard Handle blades carefully. Failure to do so can result in

cuts.

Troubleshooting

• If your Food Processor should fail to operate, check the following:

– Make sure the work bowl and work

bowl cover are properly locked on the base.

– See if the Food Processor is plugged

into a proper electrical outlet. If it is, unplug the Food Processor, then plug it into the same outlet again. If the Food Processor still does not work, check the fuse or circuit breaker on the electrical circuit the Food Processor is connected to and make sure the circuit is closed.

• If the Food Processor shuts off while it is running:

– The Food Processor may be

overheated. If the motor exceeds a certain temperature, it will automatically shut off to prevent damage. This should be an extremely rare occurrence. If it happens, press the Off Button and wait 15 minutes for the Food Processor to cool before resuming. If the Food Processor still refuses to run, wait an additional 15 minutes for the Food Processor to cool.

If the problem cannot be corrected with the steps in this section, see the KitchenAid Warranty and Service section on pages 53-54. Do not return the Food Processor to the retailer – they do not provide service.

Food Processing Tips

USING THE MULTIPURPOSE BLADE

To chop fresh fruits or vegetables:

Peel, core, and/or remove seeds. Cut food in 1 to 11⁄2

-inch pieces. Process food to desired size, using short pulses, 1 to 2 seconds each time. Scrape sides of bowl, if necessary.

To puree cooked fruits and vegetables (except potatoes):

Add

⁄4 cup liquid from recipe per cup of food. Process food, using short pulses, until finely chopped. Then process continuously until reaching desired texture. Scrape sides of bowl, if necessary.

To prepare mashed potatoes:

Shred hot cooked potatoes using the shredding disc. Exchange shredding disc for multipurpose blade. Add softened butter, milk, and seasonings. Pulse 3 to 4 times, 2 to 3 seconds each time, until smooth and milk is absorbed. Do not overprocess.

To chop dried (or sticky) fruits:

The food should be cold. Add 1⁄4 cup flour from recipe per 1⁄2 cup dried fruit. Process fruit, using short pulses, until reaching desired texture.

To finely chop citrus peel:

With sharp knife, peel colored portion (without white membrane) from citrus. Cut peel in small strips. Process until finely chopped.

To mince garlic or to chop fresh herbs or small quantities of vegetables:

With processor running, add food through the feed tube. Process until chopped. For best results, make sure work bowl and herbs are very dry before chopping.

To chop nuts or make nut butters:

Process up to 3 cups of nuts to desired texture, using short pulses, 1 to 2 seconds each time. For a coarser texture, process smaller batches, pulsing 1 or 2 times, 1 to 2 seconds each time. Pulse more often for finer texture. For nut butters, process continuously until smooth. Store in refrigerator.

To chop cooked or raw meat, poultry or seafood:

The food should be very cold. Cut in 1-inch pieces. Process up to 1 pound at a time to desired size, using short pulses, 1 to 2 seconds each time. Scrape sides of bowl, if necessary.

To make bread, cookie, or cracker crumbs:

Break food into 11⁄2 to 2-inch pieces. Process until fine. For larger pieces, pulse 2 to 3 times, 1 to 2 seconds each time. Then process until fine.

To melt chocolate in a recipe:

Combine chocolate and sugar from recipe in work bowl. Process until finely chopped. Heat liquid from recipe. With processor running, pour hot liquid through the feed tube. Process until smooth.

Food Processing Tips

To grate hard cheeses, such as Parmesan and Romano:

Never attempt to process cheese that cannot be pierced with the tip of a sharp knife. You can use the multipurpose blade to grate hard cheeses. Cut cheese in 1-inch pieces. Place in work bowl. Process, using short pulses, until coarsely chopped. Process continuously until finely grated. Pieces of cheese can also added through the feed tube while the processor is running.

USING A SLICING OR SHREDDING DISC

To cut julienne, or match stick, strips of vegetables and fruits:

Cut food to fit feed tube horizontally. Position food horizontally in feed tube. Process, using even pressure to make planklike slices. Re-stack slices and position vertically or horizontally in feed tube. Process, using even pressure.

To slice or shred fruits or vegetables that are long and relatively small in diameter, such as celery, carrots, and bananas:

Cut food to fit feed tube vertically or horizontally, and pack feed tube securely to keep food positioned properly. Process using even pressure. Or use the small feed tube in the two-piece food pusher. Position food vertically in the tube and use the small food pusher to process food.

To slice or shred fruits and vegetables that are round, such as onions, apples, and green peppers:

Peel, core, and/or remove seeds. Cut in halves or quarters to fit feed tube. Position in feed tube. Sometimes it's easier to remove the work bowl cover and insert large food items into the feed tube from the bottom, rather than the top. Process, using even pressure.

To slice or shred fruits and vegetables that are small, such as strawberries, mushrooms, and radishes:

Position food vertically or horizontally in layers within the feed tube. Fill feed tube in order to keep food positioned properly. Process, using even pressure. Or use the small feed tube in the two-piece food pusher. Position food vertically in the tube and use the small food pusher to process food.

To shred spinach and other leaves:

Stack leaves. Roll up and stand up in feed tube. Process, using even pressure.

Food Processing Tips

To slice uncooked meat or poultry, such as stir-fry meats:

Cut or roll food to fit feed tube. Wrap and freeze food until hard to the touch, 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on thickness of food. Check to be sure you can still pierce food with the tip of a sharp knife. If not, allow to thaw slightly. Process, using even pressure.

To slice cooked meat or poultry, including salami, pepperoni, etc.:

Food should be very cold. Cut in pieces to fit feed tube. Process food using firm, even pressure.

To shred firm and soft cheeses:

Firm cheese should be very cold. For best results with soft cheeses, such as mozzarella, freeze 10 to 15 minutes before processing. Cut to fit feed tube. Process, using even pressure.

USING THE DOUGH BLADE

The dough blade is specially designed for mixing and kneading yeast dough quickly and thoroughly. For the best results, do not knead recipes which use more than 2-3 cups of flour.

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