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Cuisinart FP-12DCS, Instruction Booklet

The Cuisinart FP-12DCS is a versatile food processor that simplifies meal preparation. Discover the full potential of this kitchen powerhouse with the comprehensive Instruction Booklet. Download the manual for free at manualshive.com, and unlock endless culinary possibilities right at your fingertips.

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FOOD

TOOL

PROCESS YIELD

DIRECTIONS

FRUITS

Apples

Metal Blade 

Metal Blade 

Slicing Disc 
Shredding Disc

Chop 

Purée 

Slice 
Shred

1 pound = 3 cups 

1 pound = 3 cups 

1 apple = ¾ cup 
1 apple = ¾ cup

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop – process for  
fine chop. 
Process to purée cooked and peeled apples for 
applesauce. 
Medium pressure 
Medium pressure

Avocados

Metal Blade 
Metal Blade

Chop 
Purée

1 medium = 1 cup 
1 medium = 1 cup

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop.  
Cut into 1-inch pieces; process to purée. 

Bananas

Metal Blade 
Slicing Disc

Purée 
Slice

3 medium = 1 cup 
1 pound = 2 cups

Process to purée ripe bananas. 
Light pressure for firm bananas.

Berries

Metal Blade 

Slicing Disc

Purée 

Slice

1 pint fresh = 2 cups; 10 
ounce-bag frozen = 1½ 
cups 
1 pint = 2 cups

Process until puréed. Strain to remove seeds. Thaw 
frozen berries before processing.  

Strawberries: remove stems; stack berries on their side. 
Medium pressure. 

Coconuts

Metal Blade 

Shredding Disc

Chop 

Shred

1 medium = 4 cups 

1 medium = 4 cups

Cut flesh into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. Process to 
finely chop. 

Cut flesh to fit feed tube, medium pressure.

Kiwis

Slicing Disc

Slice

2 kiwis = ¾ cup

Chill and peel; light pressure. 

Mangoes

Metal Blade 
Metal Blade

Chop 
Purée

1 medium = ¾ to 1 cup 
1 medium = ¾ to 1 cup

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop.  
Cut into 1-inch pieces; process to purée. 

Peaches/
Nectarines

Metal Blade 
Metal Blade 
Slicing Disc

Chop 
Purée 
Slice

1 lb = 2 to 2½ cups 
1 lb = 2 to 2½ cups 
1 lb = 2 to 2½ cups

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop. 
Cut into 1-inch pieces; peel and process to purée.  
Remove pit, light pressure.

Citrus Fruits; 
Lemons, Limes & 
Oranges

Metal Blade

 
Slicing Disc

Chop

 
Slice

For medium fruit:  
1 lemon = 2 to 3 teaspoons 
zest; 1 lime = 1 tsp zest;  

1 orange = 1½ tablespoons 
zest

Zest: use vegetable peeler to remove rind; process. For 
the finest chopped zest, add small amount of sugar to 
chop with zest

Trim ends; place upright in feed tube. Medium pressure.

Dried (sticky) 
Fruits

Metal Blade

Chop

1 pound = 2½ cups

Chill fruit. Add some flour from recipe to work bowl. 
Process using short pulses until desired consistency.

VEGETABLES

Beans - Green, 
Wax

Metal Blade 
Slicing Disc

Purée 
Slice

1 cup = ½ cup purée 
1 pound = 3 cups

Process to purée cooked beans. 
“French-cut”: trim beans; stack in feed tube horizontally. 
Light pressure.

Broccoli/
Cauliflower

Metal Blade 
Metal Blade 
Slicing Disc 
Shredding Disc

Chop 
Purée 
Slice 
Shred

1 pound raw = 2 cups 
1 pound cooked = 1 cup 
Broccoli stems only 
Broccoli stems only

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop.  
Cut into 1-inch pieces; process to purée.  
Peel and trim stems. Medium pressure. 
Peel and trim stems. Medium pressure.

Cabbage

Metal Blade 

Slicing Disc

Shredding Disc

Chop 

Slice 

Shred

2 pounds = 8 cups 

2 pounds = 8 cups 

2 pounds = 8 cups

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop to desired 
consistency. 
Cut in wedges to fit feed tube; remove center core. Light 
to no pressure. Use slicing disc for coleslaw. 
Use shredding disc for extra-fine needs.

Carrots

Metal Blade 

Metal Blade 

Slicing Disc 

Shredding Disc

Chop 

Purée 

Slice 

Shred

1 pound (6 med) = 3 cups 

2 med cooked = ½ cup 
purée 
1 pound (6 med) = 3 cups  

1 pound (6 med) = 2½ cups

Cut into 1-inch pieces; pulse to chop to desired 
consistency. 
Process to purée. 

Small rounds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Long 
slices: trim; place horizontally in feed tube. Medium to 
firm pressure.   
Small shreds: trim; place upright in feed tube. Long 
shreds: trim; place horizontally in feed tube. Medium to 
firm pressure. 

USER GUIDE & CAPACITY CHART

Summary of Contents for FP-12DCS

Page 1: ...uisinart Elite Collection Food Processor FP 12DCS For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product always read the instruction book carefully before using INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Recipe Booklet Reverse Side ...

Page 2: ... seafood 2 pounds pound Thin liquid e g dressing soups etc 8 cups 3 cups Cake batter One 9 inch cheesecake Two 8 inch homemade layers 1 box 18 5 oz cake mix N A Cookie dough 6 dozen based on average chocolate chip cookie recipe N A White bread dough 5 cups flour N A Whole wheat bread dough 3 cups flour N A Nuts for nut butter 5 cups 1 cups RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM WORK BOWL CAPACITIES When processing e...

Page 3: ...m one side of the bottom of the box Assemble the work bowls on the base by placing them over the shaft and using the handle to turn the work bowl counterclockwise to lock it 7 Place the food processor on the countertop or table Read the Assembly and Operating Instructions thoroughly before using the machine 8 The storage case E is on the other side of the bottom of the box 9 Lift out the storage c...

Page 4: ...are securely locked in place before operating food processor 6 Never try to override or tamper with cover interlock mechanism 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 d...

Page 5: ...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 Safe...

Page 6: ...gredients of all sizes The large pusher lock c located on the handle enables it to be pulled out to lock and pushed in to unlock this feature should be used when processing heavy loads 6 Small Chopping Mixing Blade This small stainless steel blade will chop or mix anything in your small work bowl and also features the BladeLock System 7 Large Chopping Mixing Blade Stainless steel in construction t...

Page 7: ...1 2 3 5a 6 7 8 9 10 11 15 14 12 4c 3a 3c 3b 4a 4b 5b 5c 7 ...

Page 8: ...y 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 Dough Blade Operation 4 For use with the large bowl Carefully lift and place the dough blade on the shaft and turn it until it slides in...

Page 9: ...ulse button repeatedly as needed The blue LED On light will be illuminated upon activation WORK BOWLS Two nested work bowls are provided for a very versatile processing experience We recommend using the work bowls in a manner that will optimize efficiency For example if your recipe requires using both bowls begin with the small bowl to minimize cleaning This way the small bowl can serve as a prep ...

Page 10: ...unts of food use the smaller feed tube For cheese shredding always use the large feed tube 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 r 5P TISFE MFBGZ WFHFUBCMFT MJLF MFUUVDF PS spinach Roll leaves together and stand up in feed tube Process with even pressure r ...

Page 11: ...isc Chop Slice For medium fruit 1 lemon 2 to 3 teaspoons zest 1 lime 1 tsp zest 1 orange 1 tablespoons zest Zest use vegetable peeler to remove rind process For the finest chopped zest add small amount of sugar to chop with zest Trim ends place upright in feed tube Medium pressure Dried sticky Fruits Metal Blade Chop 1 pound 2 cups Chill fruit Add some flour from recipe to work bowl Process using ...

Page 12: ...c Chop Slice 1 pound 2 cups 1 pound 2 cups Clean leeks trim discard dark green parts Cut into 1 inch pieces pulse to chop Clean leeks as above Place upright in feed tube medium pressure Long slices trim place lengthwise in feed tube Medium pressure Mushrooms Metal Blade Slicing Disc Shredding Disc Chop Slice Shred 1 pound 6 cups 1 pound 5 cups 1 pound 5 cups Cut into even pieces pulse to chop Pack...

Page 13: ...edding Disc Shredding Disc Chop Slice Med Shred Fine Shred pound 1 cup pound 1 cup pound 1 cup pound 1 cup Cut into to 1 inch pieces temperature not critical Chill well light to medium pressure Chill well medium pressure Chill well light pressure Hard Cheeses Parmesan Romano Metal Blade Shredding Disc Shredding Disc Chop Med Shred Fine Shred pound 3 cup pound 1 cup pound 1 cup Cut into to 1 inch p...

Page 14: ...sired consistency Nut butter process nuts 2 to 3 minutes scraping bowl as necessary For smoothest consistency add some oil to nuts while processing Medium pressure nuts will have a coarse texture Medium pressure nuts will have a fine medium texture Granulated Sugar to make extra super fine sugar Metal Blade Chop 1 pound 2 cups Process 1 minute or until fine Tofu Metal Blade Purée 10 ounces cup Dra...

Page 15: ... in warm soapy water To remove stubborn spots use a mild soap solution then wipe with a damp sponge Do not put the Accessory Storage Case in the dishwasher Blades stem adapter and discs should always be clean when they are put into the Accessory Storage Case The Accessory Storage Case is not meant for temporary storage of soiled blades between periods of use Four rubber feet on the underside keep ...

Page 16: ...YDFFE NBYJNVN capacity of your food processor Remove half and process in two batches r PVHI NBZ CF UPP XFU TFF OVNCFS 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 r MXBZT TUBSU UIF GPPE QSPDFTTPS CFGPSF adding liquid Add liq...

Page 17: ...n r 5IJT JT OPSNBM BT TPNF IFBWJFS MPBET F H slicing shredding cheese may require the motor to work harder Simply reposition the food in the feed tube and try again r 5IF NBYJNVN MPBE DBQBDJUZ NBZ IBWF been exceeded Remove some of the ingredients and continue processing 5 Problem It is difficult to remove the chopping mixing blade from the work bowl Solution r 5IFTF JOOPWBUJWF CMBEFT IBWF CFFO des...

Page 18: ...ttributable to the consumer s prior usage of the product If the above options do not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer the consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically accomplished Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service repair replacement or refund for nonconforming p...

Page 19: ...ple syrup can last in a refrigerator for at least one month in clean sealed container This refreshing sorbet is perfect in the height of summer BANANA ICE CREAM 2 BANANAS FROZEN CUT INTO 1 TO 2 INCH PIECES TABLESPOON HONEY TEASPOON PURE VANILLA EXTRACT 1 TABLESPOON COCONUT MILK PINCH SALT Makes about four 3 ounce servings Approximate preparation time 5 minutes Insert the large chopping blade into ...

Page 20: ...utes until smooth Serve immediately or place in a container to be stored in the freezer Cover sorbet with plastic directly if freezing Nutritional information per cup serving Calories 119 1 from fat carb 31g pro 0g fat 0g sat fat 0g chol 0mg sod 2mg calc 9mg fiber 1g Note Simple syrup is equal amounts sugar and water brought to a boil in order to dissolve the sugar One cup each water and sugar will...

Page 21: ...chol 0mg sod 4mg calc 18mg fiber 3g A taste of the tropics anytime TROPICAL FRUIT SMOOTHIE 2 MEDIUM LARGE RIPE BANANAS EACH BROKEN INTO 4 PIECES 1 CUPS STRAWBERRIES HULLED AND QUARTERED 1 PINT BLUEBERRIES 1 POUND FROZEN MANGO 1 CUPS ORANGE PEACH MANGO JUICE OR ORANGE JUICE BERRY MANGO SMOOTHIE A delicious smoothie full of antioxidants Makes eight 1 cup servings Approximate preparation time 5 minute...

Page 22: ...rain through a fine mesh strainer and discard the seeds Taste and adjust sugar amount to personal preference Nutritional information per 2 tablespoons Calories 21 0 from fat carb 6g pro 0g fat 0g sat fat 0g chol 0mg sod 0mg calc 6mg fiber 2g 3 CUPS FROZEN RASPBERRIES THAWED 1 CUP FRESH RASPBERRIES 2 TABLESPOONS GRANULATED SUGAR PINCH SALT TEASPOON ORANGE ZEST This raspberry sauce works well with man...

Page 23: ...rve Insert the large metal chopping blade into the clean large work bowl and add the mascarpone cream ingredients process until all ingredients are well incorporated about 15 seconds Reserve Prepare the crêpes Place an 8 inch skillet over medium heat and preheat for 5 minutes Once the pan is heated add the butter Once melted wipe the butter around the pan with a paper towel Add a scant 3 tablespoo...

Page 24: ...metal chopping blade process until creamy scraping the bowl as necessary Combine the eggs oil and extract together in a liquid measuring cup With machine running gradually add the egg mixture until incorporated Add the dry ingredients evenly to the work bowl and pulse ingredients until just combined Pour batter into the prepared pan Bake in the middle of the oven for 90 minutes or until a cake tes...

Page 25: ...late mixture evenly over the batter and pulse to completely incorporate Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans Bake in oven for 45 to 50 minutes until a cake tester comes out just clean Let pans rest on cooling racks for 15 minutes Remove cake from pans but leave on the racks until completely cool Once cool cut each layer in half horizontally to frost with Cream Cheese Frosting and...

Page 26: ...mportant to avoid overcooking the eggs Strain mixture through a fine mesh strainer into the large work bowl fitted with the large metal chopping blade Process for 5 minutes Pour mixture into a clean mixing bowl and cover directly with plastic wrap and cool before using For a lighter pastry cream whip the cup of heavy cream to medium peaks with 1 tablespoons of confectioners sugar Fold the sweetened ...

Page 27: ...15 52 from fat carb 35g pro 4g fat 19g sat fat 11g chol 111mg sod 177mg calc 61mg fiber 2g Everyone will love this Southern inspired dessert BANANA CREAM PIE 24 CHOCOLATE WAFER COOKIES ABOUT BOX 2 TEASPOONS GRANULATED SUGAR CUP 4 TABLESPOONS UNSALTED BUTTER MELTED Makes 1 cup 12 servings Approximate preparation time 1 minute plus 15 minutes for baking time Insert the large metal chopping blade into...

Page 28: ...6g pro 3g fat 1g sat fat 0g chol 36mg sod 225mg calc 10mg fiber 2g RECIPE SWEET P ÂTE B RISÉE DOUGH PAGE 16 5 LARGE APPLES GOLDEN DELICIOUS GINGER GOLD OR OTHER SIMILAR APPLES PEELED CORED AND HALVED JUICE OF 2 LEMONS 1 TEASPOON VANILLA PASTE CUP GRANULATED SUGAR 2 TABLESPOONS APRICOT JAM 1 RECIPE C RUMB P IE T OPPING BELOW The adjustable slicing disc makes preparing this pie a breeze APPLE CRUMB P...

Page 29: ...and place on a cooling rack Once completely cool wrap well with plastic and refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving Serve with fresh berries and Raspberry Sauce page 65 Nutritional information per serving Calories 456 60 from fat carb 38g pro 8g fat 31g sat fat 18g chol 154mg sod 391mg calc 72mg fiber 1g BUTTER TO PREPARE THE PAN 1 RECIPE G RAHAM C RACKER C RUST BELOW 24 OUNCES CREAM CHEESE...

Page 30: ...each piece out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 8 inch thick Brush pastry with cream and then sprinkle with of the filling Roll the rectangle up in a jellyroll fashion brush with cream and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar Slightly chill Repeat with the remaining dough Cut each roll into 12 pieces approximately inch thick and space evenly on the prepared baking sheets Bake in oven for ...

Page 31: ...ge measuring cup and allow to rest at room temperature for about 30 to 45 minutes Preheat oven to 450 F use convection bake if available Heavily butter or coat with nonstick cooking spray two 6 cup popover pans or twelve 5 ounce ramekins or muffin cups and place on two baking sheets Fill each cup ramekin with about cup of batter Place in oven and bake for 30 minutes Lower the heat to 350 F and bake...

Page 32: ...to a well floured surface Knead dough by hand about two times form into a log and cut into 12 equal pieces Form each piece into a ball and place evenly spaced onto the prepared baking sheet Bake about 10 minutes until golden brown Once biscuits are ready remove from oven and brush with melted butter Serve immediately Nutritional information per serving 1 biscuit Calories 206 44 from fat carb 25g pr...

Page 33: ... Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces about 2 ounces each Roll into smooth rounds and arrange in the prepared pan Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until about doubled about 30 to 40 minutes Combine remaining tablespoon of milk and butter and heat until the butter has melted Just before baking gently brush the rolls with the butter milk mixture Place in preheated oven and bake until golden bro...

Page 34: ... the cold water to the yeast mixture With the machine running pour the liquid through the feed tube as fast as the flour absorbs it Once the dough cleans the sides of the work bowl and forms a ball process for 45 seconds to knead dough Dough should be smooth and elastic Place the dough in a lightly floured plastic food storage bag and seal Allow to rest in a warm place until doubled in size about 1 ...

Page 35: ...tic Place the dough in a lightly floured plastic food storage bag and seal Allow to rest in a warm place until doubled in size about 1 to 1 hours Punch dough down and let rise again until doubled in size This rise can be omitted if pressed for time but makes for a more flavorful loaf with a more artisanal bread texture and crust Punch dough down and divide into two pieces Shape each into a long narr...

Page 36: ...to rest in a warm place until doubled in size about 1 to 1 hours Lightly coat two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray Place dough on a lightly floured surface and punch down let rest 5 to 10 minutes Divide dough into two equal pieces and shape each into a loaf Place in prepared pans and cover lightly with plastic wrap Let rise until dough is just above the tops of the pans about 45 min...

Page 37: ...tter is melted add the ginger and sauté until soft about 4 minutes Add the carrots salt pepper syrup and zest Sauté for about 25 minutes stirring carrots occasionally during cooking time Once carrots are tender remove with a slotted spoon Continue to reduce liquid until it is a glaze like consistency about 3 to 5 minutes Drizzle glaze over carrots and serve Nutritional information per serving cup ...

Page 38: ...o overcook Drain potatoes and cool to just room temperature While potatoes are cooling insert the slicing disc assembly adjusted to 4mm into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Slice the potatoes and toss with the olive oil salt pepper and rosemary Preheat the Cuisinart Griddler fitted with the grill plates to sear Grill the potato slices in the closed position for about 2 to 3 minu...

Page 39: ...s Replace the shredding disc with the large metal chopping blade Add the butter salt and pepper and pulse to combine Add the milk through the feed tube while pulsing until incorporated Add the mascarpone and chives and pulse until just combined Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly Nutritional information per serving Calories 160 35 from fat carb 21g pro 5g fat 6g sat fat 4g chol 18mg sod 211mg c...

Page 40: ...gh the feed tube to chop Add the onion dried milk parsley basil celery seed salt and pepper pulse to chop about 10 pulses Then run machine to finely chop about 35 seconds Remove and reserve Add the pork to the work bowl and pulse 10 times then run machine to finely chop about 35 seconds Put the olive oil into large skillet over medium heat Once oil is heated add the onion mixture to the skillet cook...

Page 41: ...t to low Grill the tomatoes about 30 seconds per side On either a platter or eight individual plates build the Napoleons in the following order eggplant onion basil goat cheese tomato mushroom zucchini finishing with another eggplant round Try to select a medium size eggplant to fit the feed tube Nutritional information per serving Calories 160 72 from fat carb 7g pro 4g fat 13g sat fat 13g chol 5mg...

Page 42: ...jon and a dash or two of hot sauce if using to the mixing bowl Mix thoroughly but carefully so not to break up the crab too much Form mixture into 2 inch round cakes Place on prepared baking sheet and bake until crabcakes are evenly golden about 15 to 20 minutes TIP Substitute cooked fish fillet for the crab to make tasty fishcakes Nutritional information per serving 2 crab cakes Calories 123 33 from...

Page 43: ...rve Replace the slicing disc with the large metal chopping blade and process the Marsala broth and cornstarch together reserve Put 1 tablespoon of butter into a large skillet over medium heat When butter melts add the leeks mushrooms teaspoon of salt and teaspoon of pepper to the skillet Stir vegetables and sauté until very soft about 8 to 10 minutes reserve While vegetables are cooking sprinkle t...

Page 44: ... chop Add the onions and leeks and pulse to chop about 10 to 12 pulses remove and reserve separately Chop the carrots and celery by pulsing then add to the onion mixture Preheat oven to 300 F Once the shanks are well browned add the butter to the casserole Once melted stir in the chopped onions leeks carrots celery garlic and thyme Cook until onions are translucent and vegetables are slightly soft...

Page 45: ...pper and let simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes until vegetables are tender and liquid has reduced some Reduce heat to low and stir in the reserved chicken and frozen vegetables Simmer for an additional 20 minutes taste and adjust seasoning accordingly Mixture should have a soupy consistency Add more broth if necessary Preheat oven to 400 F and coat one 9 x 13 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray P...

Page 46: ...To make meatloaf Pack the mixture into an 8 x 4 x 3 inch loaf pan and bake at 375 F for about 75 minutes until the top is well browned and the internal temperature registers 160 F Nutritional information per serving 1 meatball Calories 78 55 from fat carb 2g pro 7g fat 5g sat fat 2g chol 31mg sod 125mg calc 20mg fiber 0g Nutritional information per serving one 1 inch slice meatloaf Calories 376 55 ...

Page 47: ...rocess for about 20 seconds Add the ricotta salt and nutmeg to the work bowl and process for about 1 minute to combine well Drain spinach garlic mixture well and pulse into filling ingredients to fully incorporate Stir the egg together with one teaspoon of water and reserve for the egg wash Roll the pasta dough out thin either with a pasta roller or by hand After the dough is rolled into sheets cut...

Page 48: ...en to 450ºF If using a baking stone place it on the rack Sprinkle a nonstick baking sheet or pizza peel with cornmeal Punch down the pizza dough and divide into 2 or 4 equal balls Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rest for 10 minutes Lightly flour the work surface Roll into rounds 12 inches each in diameter for 2 balls and 8 inches in diameter for 4 balls Place equal amounts of the eggplant fi...

Page 49: ... disc with the fine shredding disc and shred the Parmesan Reverse shredding disc to the medium side and shred the mozzarella Mix with a spatula to combine the cheeses Remove the eggplant from the oven reduce oven temperature to 375 F and prepare to assemble the Eggplant Parmesan Place 1 cup of sauce on the bottom of the prepared pan Layer the eggplant evenly in the pan Top with an additional to 1 c...

Page 50: ...ing disc assembly on the medium side into the large work bowl Place the carrots in the large feed tube horizontally and shred using medium pressure Transfer to a large mixing bowl Insert the large metal chopping blade Process the ginger root until finely chopped about 5 to 10 seconds Scrape bowl Add the yogurt mint and honey Process to combine about 10 seconds Scrape bowl and process an additional ...

Page 51: ...the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Add the onion and celery and pulse to finely chop about 8 to 10 pulses Add the chicken and pulse about 5 to 6 times to chop Scrape the bowl and add the mayonnaise and seasonings pulse to achieve desired consistency Nutritional information per serving cup Calories 259 38 from fat carb 3g pro 36g fat 11g sat fat 2...

Page 52: ...d slice both cabbages Remove and place in a large mixing bowl Replace the slicing disc with the reversible shredding disc on the medium shredding side and shred the carrots and fennel Toss well with the cabbage and the salt Let vegetables sit for 1 hour and then squeeze out any moisture and drain Toss with remaining ingredients Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly Nutritional information per ser...

Page 53: ...ups Approximate preparation time 20 to 25 minutes including vinaigrette Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Add the celery carrots onion parsley and scallions and pulse to chop about 10 pulses Remove and place vegetables into a large mixing bowl Add the cucumber to the work bowl and pulse to roughly chop 5 pulses and add to mixing bowl Rou...

Page 54: ...eaves Increase the temperature to medium high and bring the mixture to a simmer Add the sherry and return to a simmer Reduce the temperature to low and let cook for 50 minutes Stir in remaining salt and pepper Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly While soup is cooking lightly toast the baguette slices under a broiler reserve Once soup is ready remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs and ladle soup in...

Page 55: ...to 10 pulses Melt the butter in a 6 quart saucepan over medium heat Once the butter has melted add the onions and teaspoon of salt Sauté 5 to 7 minutes or until the onions are softened Stir in the brown sugar sauté for an additional 10 minutes Add the ginger sauté until tender and aromatic about 6 to 8 minutes Add stock roasted squash nutmeg and remaining salt and pepper to the pot Cover bring to ...

Page 56: ...es with their juices sun dried tomatoes reserved grape tomatoes baking soda stock and spices Cover bring to a slight boil Reduce heat and uncover let simmer about 20 minutes Carefully process soup until completely puréed Return to saucepan to heat through Add reserved bacon Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly Nutritional information per serving 1 cup Calories 160 55 from fat carb 16g pro 3g fat...

Page 57: ...nsert the slicing disc assembly adjusted to the 4mm setting into the large work bowl Slice the potatoes and the broccoli stems Raise the heat to medium and add the potatoes broccoli stems and a pinch each of the salt and pepper sauté 2 to 3 minutes and then add the sherry Let the sherry cook down until almost evaporated Add the stock and bring to a boil Reduce heat to medium low and stir in the flo...

Page 58: ...eppers and of the red onion Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Add the remaining tomatoes cucumber yellow pepper onion grape tomatoes garlic jalapeño and cilantro to the work bowl Pulse to chop about 25 pulses Add the paprika sherry vinegar bread cumin salt pepper and sugar Process ingredients for 2 minutes add the olive oil during the la...

Page 59: ... with another tortilla Repeat with remaining ingredients Preheat the Cuisinart Griddler fitted with the griddle plates in the closed position to 375 F Brush the top and bottom tortillas lightly with oil and grill until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden and crisp about 3 minutes Quesadillas can also be prepared in a 375 F oven baked on parchment lined baking trays To serve Cut quesad...

Page 60: ... tube to process Scrape the sides of the bowl and add the spinach about 3 ounces at a time and pulse 12 to 15 times after each addition to chop Add the herbes de Provence feta and cream cheese and process for 20 seconds to incorporate Add the reserved breadcrumb mixture and pulse about 15 times to incorporate Transfer to a bowl The stuffing may be made up to 2 days ahead Rinse and dry the mushrooms...

Page 61: ...nd adjust seasoning accordingly Preheat oven to 400 F Rub the bread slices with the smashed garlic and place on a baking sheet Bake in oven to toast about 5 minutes Spoon to 1 tablespoon of topping on each toasted slice and serve immediately Nutritional information per bruschetta Calories 80 19 from fat carb 14g pro 2g fat 2g sat fat 0g chol 0mg sod 176mg calc 23mg fiber 1g 4 GARLIC CLOVES 1 CUP FR...

Page 62: ... bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Place the cilantro onion garlic clove and jalapeño into the work bowl and pulse to chop about 10 pulses Add the salt tomatoes and lime juice and pulse to chop until desired consistency is reached about 8 to 10 pulses Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly For better consistency drain in a strainer to remove excess liquid Serve with your favorite tortilla chips...

Page 63: ...rt the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Process the parsley lemon zest salt and garlic together about 6 seconds Scrape bowl and repeat Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth about 1 minute Scrape bowl and process again to fully incorporate all ingredients Nutritional information per serving 2 tablespoons Calories 55 49 from fat carb 5g...

Page 64: ...op out the insides of the avocados directly into work bowl and add the lime juice and salt Pulse until desired consistency is achieved about 10 to 12 pulses Nutritional information per serving cup Calories 76 73 from fat carb 5g pro 1g fat 7g sat fat 1g chol 0mg sod 104mg calc 8mg fiber 3g Make our fresh guacamole for the Sunday game or serve alongside quesadillas for a fun dinner night CHUNKY GUAC...

Page 65: ... ingredients are incorporated Allow dip to rest at least 2 hours in refrigerator for flavors to develop Remove from refrigerator hour before serving Nutritional information per serving cup Calories 41 52 from fat carb 3g pro 2g fat 2g sat fat 1g chol 2mg sod 115mg calc 73mg fiber 0g 1 OUNCE P ARMESAN CUT INTO INCH CUBES 2 TABLESPOONS FRESH MINT CUP FRESH BASIL CUP FRESH PARSLEY 2 JARS 12 OUNCE ARTIC...

Page 66: ...nd slice the fennel Put 2 tablespoons of butter into a large sauté pan over medium heat Once the butter has melted add the onion potatoes fennel salt pepper and thyme Sauté vegetables stirring occasionally for about 20 to 25 minutes covering pan for the last 5 to 8 minutes For a crisper hash uncover and toss over heat for an additional 5 minutes Toss with remaining butter and reserved parsley Tast...

Page 67: ...ened While vegetables are cooking beat the eggs together well and stir in the remaining salt and pepper and reserved Parmesan Once vegetables are soft reduce heat to medium low and pour the eggs into the skillet lightly stir to evenly distribute the vegetables Leave skillet on the heat so that the bottom of the frittata begins to set about 5 minutes Place skillet into oven and bake until the top o...

Page 68: ...eserve Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl and add the light brown sugar With the machine running add the oil egg and then the vanilla through the feed tube process ingredients for 10 seconds Add reserved dry ingredients and zucchini Pulse 4 times to incorporate ingredients and then process for 10 to 15 seconds until just combined Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan...

Page 69: ...ulse to roughly chop Add remaining crumb topping ingredients and pulse to achieve a crumb like mixture about 5 to 6 pulses Remove work bowl and reserve Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Process the flour baking soda salt and cinnamon for 10 seconds to sift Remove and reserve Add the sugars and buttermilk to the work bowl and process toget...

Page 70: ...rated Add the water zest if using and vanilla pulse 3 to 4 times until combined Form dough into 2 flat discs Wrap in plastic chill in refrigerator until ready to use Dough should be firm enough to roll To make this an almond sucrée substitute cup of the all purpose flour for toasted almonds Finely grind the almonds by processing 45 seconds and then add the remaining dry ingredients Process 10 seconds...

Page 71: ...a flat disc wrap in plastic and refrigerate until ready to use This pastry also freezes well for up to 6 months as long as it is well wrapped Nutritional information per serving Calories 39 6 from fat carb 8g pro 1g fat 0g sat fat 0g chol 0mg sod 98mg calc 2mg fiber 0g TIP For a sweet Pâte Brisée follow the same recipe as above except add 1 tablespoons of granulated sugar to the dry ingredients in t...

Page 72: ...o hold together easily when pressed into a ball Do not allow the dough to form a ball in the processor Add the liquid sparingly so that the dough is not sticky Do not overprocess or the pastry will be tough not tender and flaky Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface Press together into a ball then flatten into a disk about 6 inches in diameter two disks for the two crust recipe Wrap in pla...

Page 73: ...FLOUR 1 CUP SEMOLINA FLOUR 1 TABLESPOON KOSHER SALT 4 LARGE EGGS SPINACH PASTA DOUGH Add a healthy colorful ingredient to your pasta bowl Makes 1 pound about 6 servings Approximate preparation time 10 minutes Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Fill the bowl with half of the spinach Pulse 10 times and then process until finely chopped Add r...

Page 74: ... the liquid slowly through the small feed tube as fast as the flour will absorb it Once a dough ball forms and cleans the sides of the work bowl process for an additional 30 seconds to knead dough Dough may be slightly sticky Coat dough evenly with extra virgin olive oil and transfer to a plastic food storage bag and seal the top Let dough rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes Place dough on a ...

Page 75: ...ND 3 STICKS UNSALTED BUTTER 3 LARGE EGG YOLKS 1 TABLESPOON D IJON STYLE MUSTARD TEASPOON KOSHER SALT TEASPOON FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER 2 TABLESPOONS FRESH LEMON JUICE 2 OUNCES SHALLOTS OR GREEN ONIONS TRIMMED AND CUT INTO 1 INCH PIECES 3 OUNCES DRAINED SWEET GHERKIN PICKLES 4 TABLESPOONS FRESH I TALIAN PARSLEY 1 TABLESPOON DILL WEED 1 TABLESPOON D IJON STYLE MUSTARD TEASPOON DRIED THYME 3 TABLE...

Page 76: ...e peppers are roasting cut the remaining peppers into 1 inch pieces Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor add the shallots and pulse to chop remove and reserve Add the raw pepper pieces and pulse to roughly chop Put the butter and olive oil together into a large sauté pan over medium heat Once the butter melts add the chopped shallots stir a...

Page 77: ...reduce the heat to low cover the pan loosely and simmer for 50 to 60 minutes Turn off the heat and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes Stir in the black pepper and optional red pepper flakes Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly If you would like a sauce for pizza continue to simmer uncovered for 40 additional minutes to reduce stirring now and then Transfer the reduced sauce to a bowl to cool befo...

Page 78: ...tube to process until finely chopped about 30 seconds Add the nuts and pulse to chop about 5 to 6 pulses Add the basil leaves and pulse to chop using long pulses 10 to 15 times scrape the bowl Add the salt With the machine running add the olive oil in a slow steady stream through the small feed tube processing until combined and an emulsion is formed about 1 minute Scrape the work bowl To store the...

Page 79: ...cups Approximate preparation time 5 to 10 minutes Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Process the egg yolks salt mustard and lemon juice until smooth about 30 seconds With the machine running add cup of the oil through the feed tube drop by drop being sure each drop is incorporated with the yolks before adding the next This step should tak...

Page 80: ...ntainer cover and refrigerate if not using immediately Marinate meat or seafood for approximately 2 hours before roasting or grilling Nutritional information per serving 1 tablespoon Calories 44 78 from fat carb 2g pro 0g fat 4g sat fat 0g chol 0mg sod 156mg calc 0mg fiber 0g SWEET AND SOUR MARINADE This marinade pairs well with poultry and pork 4 GARLIC CLOVES CUP DARK CORN SYRUP CUP EXTRA VIRGIN ...

Page 81: ...e machine running drop the garlic cloves through the feed tube to finely chop Add remaining ingredients including the butter and process to combine about 60 seconds Scrape bowl as necessary Remove butter from bowl divide into two and place on two separate sheets of waxed paper With the aid of the paper form each portion of butter into a log Roll and wrap well in plastic Butter can either be refrige...

Page 82: ...y dried out Insert the large metal chopping blade into the large work bowl of the Cuisinart Food Processor Break toasted bread up into pieces and pulse about 10 times and then process until breadcrumbs are fine about 25 seconds TIP For seasoned breadcrumbs add teaspoon each dried oregano dried basil garlic powder and ground onion flakes to toasted bread and process as above Nutritional information p...

Page 83: ...aham Cracker Crust 58 Apple Crumb Pie Crumb Pie Topping 59 Banana Cream Pie Chocolate Cookie Crust 60 Pastry Cream 61 Deep Chocolate Layer Cake Cream Cheese Frosting 62 Pound Cake with Pine Nuts and Olive Oil 63 Dessert Crêpes with Berries 64 Raspberry Sauce 65 Berry Mango Smoothie 66 Tropical Fruit Smoothie 66 Mango Sorbet 67 Blueberry Mint Sorbet 68 Banana Ice Cream 68 Cuisinart is a registered ...

Page 84: ... Stuffed Mushrooms 27 Caramelized Onion Steak and Gruyère Quesadillas 28 SOUPS Gazpacho 29 Lightened Broccoli and Potato Soup 30 Simple Tomato Soup 31 Roasted Butternut Squash Soup 32 French Onion Soup 33 SALADS Chopped Salad 34 Classic Coleslaw 35 Classic Creamy Chicken Salad 36 Shredded Carrot Salad with Honey Ginger Dressing 37 ENTRÉES Eggplant Parmesan 38 Eggplant Calzone 39 Spinach Ravioli 40...

Page 85: ...ou feel right at home with your new Cuisinart Elite Collection 12 Cup Food Processor in your kitchen we ve assembled a variety of delicious recipes to get you started from quick and easy to more complex gourmet dishes Breakfast and brunch through dinner and dessert every meal is covered with these easy to follow recipes Look for the chef s whisks above the ingredients for the degree of difficulty 1...

Page 86: ...Recipe Booklet ELITE COLLECTION 12 CUP FOOD PROCESSOR ...

Page 87: ...152MM W x 228MM H Pages 86pp Paper Cover 157GSM MATT ARTPAPER Inside 120GSM GLOSS ARTPAPER Color Cover 4c 1c BLACK Inside 1c 1c Coating Gloss varnishing in cover Conair Conair By Astor You Date 03 05 2013 SUN HING PRINTING CO LTD ...

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