Cuisinart FP-12 Series- Manuals

6 PARTS The machine includes: 1. Housing base with a fixed accessory adapter and convenient button controls 2. 8-cup work bowl 3. Cover with feed tube 4. Pusher that slides inside the feed tube 5. Metal chopping/mixing/dough blade 6. Fine reversible slicing/shredding disc 7. Medium reversible slicin...

7 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Before First Use Before using your Cuisinart Elemental 8 Food Processor for the first time, wash the work bowl, work bowl cover, pusher, blade, and discs (see Cleaning Instructions on page 10). 1. Place the food processor base on a dry, level countertop with the controls faci...

9 FOOD TOOL DIRECTIONS Soft Cheeses (ricotta, cream cheese, cottage cheese, etc.) Chopping/Mixing/Dough Blade Have cheese at room temperature. When applicable, cut into 1-inch pieces. Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Perfect for making cheesecakes, dips,...

10 CLEANING, STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE • Keep your Cuisinart Elemental 8 Food Processor ready to use on the kitchen counter. When not in use, leave it unplugged. • Keep the blade and discs out of the reach of children. • All parts except the housing base are dishwasher safe, and we recommend washing t...

11 TROUBLESHOOTING Food Processing 1 . Problem: The food is unevenly processed. Solution: • The ingredients should be cut evenly into ½ to 1-inch pieces before processing. • Process in batches to avoid overloading. 2 . Problem: Slices are uneven or slanted. Solution: • Place evenly cut food, cut sid...

18 BASICS BASIC FRESH BREADCRUMBS There is no need to buy breadcrumbs when you can make them with your Cuisinart ® Food Processor in no time at all. Makes 2 ⁄ 3 cup 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Bake slices of bread in a single layer for about 20 minutes or until bread is completely dried out. (Since yo...

19 BASICS DILL BUTTER Using a high-quality European-style butter makes a difference, so splurge on a good brand for this recipe. We feature it in our Radish - Dill Tea Sandwiches, but a pat on top of grilled or roasted salmon is another great use for it. Makes ½ cup 1. Insert the chopping blade into...

20 BASICS SALMON CREAM CHEESE Whether on a toasted poppy seed bagel or in an elegant tea sandwich, salmon cream cheese is a treat for all! Makes about 1 cup 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the cream cheese, salt and pepper. Pulse a few times to break up, an...

21 BASICS PEANUT BUTTER You’ll be pleasantly surprised how easy it is to make your own nut butter; be sure to use unsalted nuts so you can control the amount of seasoning in the fi nal product. Makes about 1 cup 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Pulse peanuts abou...

22 BASICS TAHINI DRESSING Tahini (a paste of ground sesame seeds) can now be found in most grocery stores. Be sure to stir well before measuring out, as it naturally separates in its jar. This dressing is a perfect match for our Falafel on page 47, but is also just as delicious over mixed greens. Ma...

23 BASICS CAESAR DRESSING There are many versions of this recipe, but our take is pretty close to the classic. If you’d prefer not to use raw egg yolks, egg substitute can be used. Makes 1 cup 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. With the machine running on High, dr...

24 BASICS MAYONNAISE Taste the difference in homemade mayonnaise. Makes 1 cup 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Process the egg yolks, salt, mustard, lemon juice and water on Low until smooth, about 30 seconds. With the machine running, add the oil through the dr...

25 BASICS BASIL PESTO This is a slightly cheesier version of the standard pesto, but you can adjust the amount of cheese as desired. Try any combination of herbs or nuts in this recipe. Makes 1¼ cups 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the cheese, garlic and nu...

26 BASICS SIMPLE TOMATO SAUCE This sauce comes together quickly, but tastes as if it has been simmering all day. When cooked down, it makes a tasty topping for homemade pizzas. Makes about 3 cups 1. Put the olive oil into a medium size saucepan over medium heat. 2. While the oil is heating, insert t...

27 BASICS TOMATO SALSA Serve warm tortilla chips alongside this fresh and tangy salsa. Makes about 2 cups 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the cilantro, scallions, garlic and jalapeño and pulse to chop, about 10 pulses. Add the salt, tomatoes and lime juice ...

28 BASICS CHUNKY GUACAMOLE Our fresh guacamole is perfect for the Sunday game or served alongside quesadillas for a festive dinner. It is also a component in our Ten-Layer Nachos (page 32)! Makes about 1 cup 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the garlic, jalap...

29 BREAKFAST & BRUNCH MORNING GLORY MUFFINS Start your day with this muffi n, packed with energy and fi ber. Makes 6 muffi ns 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a six-cup muffi n pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. 2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor....

30 BREAKFAST & BRUNCH ZUCCHINI SPICE BREAD This moist, quick bread is perfect for breakfast or for an afternoon snack. Makes one 2-pound loaf (16 servings) 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat a 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. 2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food pro...

31 BREAKFAST & BRUNCH ONION, PEPPER AND POTATO FRITTATA Frittatas are simple and delicious. This is also tasty with some crumbled cooked Italian sausage mixed into it. Makes 10 servings 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. With the unit...

32 APPETIZERS TEN-LAYER NACHOS These nachos are loaded with all the best ingredients. You can tweak this recipe however you wish, using different cheeses or substituting your favorite ingredients. Makes 10 to 12 servings 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Evenly distribu...

33 APPETIZERS REFRIED BEANS Easy enough to buy canned, but making your own is simple and much more delicious! Makes about 1 cup 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Put the garlic, onion and jalapeño in the bowl and process on High to fi nely chop. 2. Put 1 tablespoo...

34 APPETIZERS HUMMUS Serve this brightly fl avored dip with warm pita for a satisfying snack. Makes about 3 cups 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. With the unit running on High, drop the garlic through the feed tube and process to fi nely chop, about 10 seconds. Ad...

35 APPETIZERS RADISH-DILL TEA SANDWICHES An elegant sandwich to serve for a ladies’ tea or lunch. Makes about 22 sandwiches 1. Fit the medium slicing disc into the work bowl of the food processor. Fill the feed tube with the radishes and slice on High. 2. Lay the slices of bread on a clean work surf...

36 APPETIZERS CUCUMBER-SALMON TEA SANDWICHES Be sure to include these tasty sandwiches for your next luncheon – they will add color and fl avor to the table. Makes about 22 sandwiches 1. Insert the medium slicing disc into the work bowl of the food processor. Slice the cucumber on High (you will have...

38 APPETIZERS BROCCOLI RABE BREAD Sweet ricotta complements the slight bitterness of broccoli rabe in this version. Makes one 14-inch roll 1. Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in the middle of the oven. Lightly coat a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of the oil and set aside. 2. Heat the remaining oil i...

40 SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES GAZPACHO This bright and vibrant soup is perfect all summer long. Makes 3½ cups 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. With the machine running on High, drop the garlic and jalapeño down the feed tube to chop. Stop to scrape down the sides and ad...

41 SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES CREAMY SWEET POTATO SOUP This velvety soup is perfect for a brisk fall day. Makes about 3 cups 1. Put the butter in a medium to large pot over low heat. 2. While butter is heating, prepare the vegetables. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add t...

42 SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES SPRING VEGETABLE MINESTRONE Pesto stars in this brightly fl avored springtime soup. Makes about 12 cups 1. Put the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. 2. While oil is heating, prepare the vegetables. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add ...

43 SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES COLESLAW A mayonnaise-free version of this classic barbecue dish, this is nice and light with the same tang. Makes about 5 cups 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the scallions and parsley and pulse to fi nely chop, about 6 to 8 pulses. Ad...

44 SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES CHOPPED SALAD This delicious, garden-fresh salad is always a big hit – even among non-salad eaters! Makes about 4 cups 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the shallot, scallions and parsley; pulse to chop, about 10 pulses. 2. Remove the ch...

45 SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES SHREDDED BRUSSELS SPROUTS The sweetness of the Brussels sprouts is highlighted in this simple side dish. For an upscale twist, drizzle a small amount of white truffl e oil over the sprouts just before serving. Makes about 3 cups 1. Put the oil in a large skillet over medium/medi...

46 SOUPS/SALADS/SIDES POTATO-ZUCCHINI-CARROT CAKES A twist on the traditional potato latke. Makes ten to twelve 2½-inch cakes 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the parsley and fi nely chop, using 5 to 6 long pulses. Leaving the parsley in the bowl, remove the ...

47 ENTRÉES FALAFEL The food processor makes it possible to whip up this Middle Eastern street food staple in your own home! Remember to soak the chickpeas the night before. Makes 15 falafel 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the garlic and shallot and pulse to...

48 ENTRÉES 1 RECIPE PIZZA DOUGH ( PAGE 54) 1 OUNCE PARMIGIANO REGGIANO , CUT INTO ½- INCH CUBES 4 TO 6 OUNCES FRESH MOZZARELLA , WELL CHILLED 2 TO 3 PLUM TOMATOES ( RIPE , BUT STILL FIRM ) 8 TO 10 MEDIUM TO LARGE FRESH BASIL LEAVES , THINLY SLICED UNBLEACHED , ALL - PURPOSE FLOUR , FOR STRETCHING DO...

49 ENTRÉES MUSHROOM, LEEK AND GRUYÈRE QUICHE From an elegant weekend brunch to a light lunch or dinner when paired with salad, quiche works for any meal. Makes 12 servings 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Roll out dough to 1 ⁄ 8 -inch thick circle and fi t into a 9-inch tart pan. Chill in refrigerator fo...

50 ENTRÉES CHICKEN POT PIE The ultimate comfort food. Makes 8 to 10 servings 1. Preheat oven to 400°F with the rack in the lower third of the oven. 2. Put the butter in a medium-size stockpot over medium-low heat. 3. While pan is heating, prepare the vegetables. Insert the medium slicing disc into t...

51 ENTRÉES VEGETABLE STIR-FRY This dish is a quick way to incorporate any veggies you have on hand; add chicken, beef or cubed tofu for a heartier meal. Makes 6 cups 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. With the unit running on High, add the garlic and ginger throug...

52 ENTRÉES TACOS AMERICANOS A bit spicy and full of fl avor, this is a great recipe to have in your arsenal – kids especially will love assembling their own tacos. Makes about 12 tacos 1. Insert the medium shredding disc into the work bowl of the food processor. On High, shred the Monterey Jack. Remo...

53 ENTRÉES FISH STICKS Crushed tortilla chips make crisp fi sh sticks that are perfect in fi sh tacos, but for a more traditional coating, use the breadcrumbs recipe on page 18. Makes about 10 to 20 fi sh sticks (depending on type of fi sh used; see ingredients) 1. Insert the chopping blade into the wor...

54 DOUGHS/BREADS PIZZA DOUGH This dough can be used for more than just the obvious – check out our recipes for Sausage Bread or Broccoli Rabe Bread on pages 37 and 38. Makes ¾ pound dough (two 9-inch crusts, or one 14-inch crust) 1. In a liquid measuring cup dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. L...

55 DOUGHS/BREADS PÂTE BRISÉE This versatile dough can be used for sweet or savory treats. Makes two, single-crust 9-inch pies or one, 9-inch double-crust pie 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Add the fl our and salt and process on Low for 10 seconds to sift. Add t...

56 DOUGHS/BREADS BUTTERY DINNER ROLLS Fresh from the oven, warm rolls make any dinner extra special. Makes 10 rolls 1. In a small saucepan combine the 1 ⁄ 2 cup of milk, 6 tablespoons of butter and the sugar. Warm over low heat until the butter is melted. Remove from heat and set aside to cool to ro...

57 DOUGHS/BREADS BUTTERMILK BISCUITS These biscuits are so light and tender, you will want to make them every night. Makes 8 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 fl ours, cream of t...

58 DESSERTS CLASSIC APPLE PIE Everyone needs a fail-proof apple pie recipe – here is our favorite to share with you and your family. 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 one of the discs of dough to 1 ⁄ 8 -inch-thi...

59 DESSERTS CARROT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING A cake that is moist, sweet and a bit tangy. Garnish the top with sliced toasted almonds or fi nely chopped walnuts for a perfect presentation. Makes one 9-inch round cake, about 10 servings 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9-inch round baking pan wi...

60 DESSERTS PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE Change up the Thanksgiving table with this pumpkin pie-inspired dessert. Makes one 8-inch cake, about 12 servings 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Place a baking pan with a depth of at least 1 ⁄ 4 inch on the bottom rack of the oven and fi ll with water. Position the other rac...