Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important safeguards . . . . . . . . Page 5Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6Assembly instructions . . . . . . . Page 7Machine functions. . . . . . . . . . . Page 8Operating instructions . . . . . . . Page 8Practicing with food. . . . . . . . . . . Page 9Chopping, p...
Page 6 - INTRODUCTION
6 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on yourpurchase of the Cuisinart ® Prep 11 Plus ™ Food Processor. This product is the ultimate food preparation tool, and itcomes from the originatorof the American foodprocessor, Cuisinart. The Cuisinart ® Prep 11 Plus ™ has all the elements of quality that Cuisinart ...
Page 14 - SLICING AND SHREDDING CHEESE
14 SLICING MEAT AND POULT RY Cooked meat and poultry: The food must be very cold.If possible, use a piece offood just large enough tofit in the feed tube. To make julienne strips of ham,bologna or luncheon meat, stack slices, then rollor fold them double andstand upright in the feedtube, wedging in ...
Page 17 - PROBLEMS
Dough doesn’t cleaninside of work bowl: • Amount of dough may exceed maximum capacityof your food processor.Remove half and processin 2 batches. • Dough may be too dry. If it feels crumbly, addwater, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) at a time, whilemachine is running, untildough becomes moistand cleans inside o...
Page 18 - FOR YOUR SAFETY
18 Metal dough blade risesin work bowl: Blade may not have beenpushed down as far aspossible before processingstarted. Machine may beoverloaded. Remove half of dough and process in 2 batches. Motor stops: See comments under‘Typical Bread DoughProblems and Solutions’ Dough doesn’t rise: See comments ...
Page 19 - TECHNICAL DATA
19 Never put blades or discson the motor shaft until the work bowl is locked in place. Always be sure that theblade or disc is down onmotor shaft as far as it will go. Always insert choppingblade and dough blade inthe work bowl before putting ingredients in bowl. When slicing or shreddingfood, alway...
Page 21 - Recipe T able of Contents
Recipe T able of Contents Appetizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Soups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Breads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Sauces and Dressings . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 22 - Appetizers; Fresh Tomato and Corn Salsa; Roasted Garlic and Red Pepper Spread
1 small onion, peeled, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces (about 1 cup [250ml] pieces) 1/3 cup (75ml) fresh cilantro 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 3 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1-1/2 teaspoons (7ml) fresh lime juice 2/3 cup (180ml) fres...
Page 23 - Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
28 1-1/2-inch (3cm) white button or cremini mushrooms 1-1/2 ounces (45g) French bread, cut in 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1-1/2 ounces (45g) Asiago cheese 1/3 cup (75ml) lightly toasted pine nuts or walnuts 3 canned artichokes, well drained, then gently squeezed in paper towels to remove excess moisture 1...
Page 24 - Soups; Butternut Squash Bisque with Roasted Cremini
25 Soups 12 ounces (340g) Cremini mushrooms,stems removed and reserved 1-1/2 tablespoons (25ml) extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion (about 6 ounces [170g]),cut in 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1 clove garlic, peeled 2 pounds (900g) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut to fit large feed tube 1 sweet po...
Page 25 - Chilled Roasted Red
2 cloves garlic, peeled 2 medium onions (4 ounces [110g] each),peeled, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 3 red bell peppers (approximately 1-1/2 pounds [680g] total), seeded, trimmed and cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 3 ears fresh corn 1 tablespoon (15ml) extra virgin olive oil 1-1/2 teaspoons (7ml) th...
Page 26 - Gazpacho
27 1 garlic clove, peeled 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1/3 cup (75ml) fresh cilantro 6 small scallions, trimmed, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1 small green bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 3 medium tomatoes, cored, cut into 1-inch (2.5c...
Page 27 - Quick Breads; C r a n b e rry - Orange Bre a d
28 Quick Breads C r a n b e rry - Orange Bre a d Apples make this bread very moist - for a breakfast treat, slice and toast. Makes 1 loaf (16 servings) Preparation: 10 - 15 minutes, plus 2 hours baking and cooling. Vegetable oil cooking spray 1-1/2 cups (340ml) unbleached all-purpose flour 2 teaspoo...
Page 28 - Lowfat Banana Nut Bread
29 Vegetable oil cooking spray 1-1/3 cups (300ml) unbleached all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (56ml) walnut halves, shells removed 3/4 teaspoon (3ml) baking powder 3/4 teaspoon (3ml) baking soda 1/4 teaspoon (1ml) salt 1-1/2 ripe bananas (about 8 ounces [225g] total), peeled, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces...
Page 29 - Yeast Breads; Challah Braid
Yeast Breads Challah Braid If you have leftovers, our Challah Braid slices make the best French toast. Makes 18 servings (one 2-pound [900g] loaf) Preparation: 15 - 20 minutes, plus 2-1/2 hours rising and resting, 30 minutes baking and 1 hour or longer cooling. 4 tablespoons (60ml) sugar, divided 1 ...
Page 30 - Cheese Bread
31 1 package active dry yeast 1 teaspoon (5ml) sugar 1/2 cup (125ml) warm water (105˚ - 115˚F [40˚ - 46˚C]) 4 ounces (110g) extra sharp cheddar cheese 4-1/2 cups (950ml) unbleached all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons (45ml) unsalted butter,in 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1-1/2 teaspoons (7ml) salt 1 cup (250ml...
Page 31 - Classic Cuisinart White Bread
32 1 package active dry yeast 1 tablespoon (15ml) sugar 1/3 cup (85ml) warm water (105° - 115°F [40° - 46°C]) 5 cups (1.1L) unbleached all-purpose flour 4 tablespoons (60ml) unsalted butter, in 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 2 teaspoons (10ml) salt 1-1/3 cups (325ml) cold water Vegetable oil cooking spray In...
Page 32 - Pizza Dough
33 1-1/2 teaspoons (7ml) active dry yeast 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) sugar 1 cup (250ml) warm water (105˚ - 115˚F [40˚ - 46˚C]) 2-1/3 cups (590ml) unbleached all- purpose flour 1 teaspoon (5ml) kosher salt 1-1/2 teaspoons (7ml) extra virgin olive oil In a 2-cup (500ml) liquid measure, dissolve yeast and sug...
Page 33 - Olive and Rosemary Country Loaf
34 10 ounces (283g) unbleached bread flour (2-1/4 to 2-3/4 cups [550-675ml]) 5 ounces (140g) whole wheat flour (1 cup [250ml]) 1 ounce (30g) rye flour (1/4 cup [50ml]) 2 teaspoons (10ml) fine sea salt 1 teaspoon (5ml) instant yeast 1 teaspoon (5ml) extra virgin olive oil 1-1/4 cups (300ml) water (10...
Page 34 - Simple Wheat Starter
35 12 ounces (340g) unbleached flour 2 ounces (56g) whole wheat flour 2 cups (500ml) water (16 ounces [500g]) 1/4 teaspoon (1ml) instant yeast Simple Wheat Starter Adapted from: Charles van Over, The Best Bread Ever: Great Home Made Bread Using Your Food Processor, Broadway Books, 1997 Makes about 5...
Page 35 - Multi-Grain Sandwich Loaf
36 1/2 cup (125ml) Active Simple Wheat Starter (measure after feeding and resting) 8 ounces (225g) unbleached bread flour (1-3/4 to 2-1/4 cups [425-550ml]) 2 ounces (56g) whole wheat flour (1/2 cup [125ml]) 1 ounce (28g) rye flour (1/4 cup [50ml]) 1 ounce (28g) graham flour (1/4 cup [50ml]) 2 ounces...
Page 36 - Entrées; East-West Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Pasta
37 Entrées East-West Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Pasta Asian flavours blend with Italian Reggiano Parmesan and pasta in this colourful and delicious s t i r - f r y. Makes 6 servings. Preparation: 40 - 45 minutes. 4 5-ounce (140g) (approximate weight) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves...
Page 37 - Shrimp & Ginger Stuffed Sole
38 1-1/4 pounds (560g) shrimp (16-20 count), peeled and deveined 2 bunches tender, fresh chives 1/3 cup (80ml) Italian parsley leaves 6 green onions, trimmed to 5 inches(12cm) , then cut in 1-inch (2.5cm) lengths 1 2-inch (5cm) piece of fresh ginger,peeled, cut in 1/2-inch (1.25cm) pieces 6 ounces (...
Page 38 - Pizzas
Pizzas Pesto, Cheese & Fresh Tomato Pizza Homemade pesto and fresh, ripe tomatoes from the garden make this a great summertime pizza. Makes two 12 - 14 inch (30 - 35cm) pizzas or four 8 - 9 inch (20 - 22cm) pizzas, to serve 6. Preparation: 1 hour for the pizza dough (Cuisinart recipe, p. 33); 20...
Page 39 - Pizza Margherita
40 1 recipe pizza dough (p. 33) 6 ounces (170g) fresh mozzarella, well chilled 18 fresh basil leaves, washed and dried 2/3 cup (170ml) simple tomato sauce (p.41), reduced version for pizza 1 tablespoon (15ml) extra virgin olive oil Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 313 (from fat 28%) • pro ...
Page 40 - Simple Tomato Sauce
41 Sauces & Dressings Simple Tomato Sauce A simple marinara sauce for pasta, or when reduced, a tasty topping for homemade pizzas. Makes 3 cups (750ml) tomato sauce for pasta / 1-3/4 cups (440ml) tomato sauce for pizza Preparation: 5-10 minutes plus 1 hour cooking and cooling time (add an additi...
Page 41 - Creamy Chevre & Peppercorn Dressing
42 Nutritional analysis per tablespoon (15ml): Calories 47 (81% from fat) • carbo. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 4g sat. fat 1g • chol. 3mg • sod. 22mg • fiber 0g Creamy Chevre & Peppercorn Dressing Creamy and tangy, perfect for crisp romaine. Makes 1-3/4 cups (435ml) (28 tablespoons [420ml]) Preparation: ...
Page 42 - Herbed Balsamic Vinaigrette
1 large clove garlic 1/4 cup (75ml) fresh Italian parsley leaves, washed and dried 1 tablespoon (15ml) dried basil 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) kosher or sea salt 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons (10ml) Dijon-style mustard 6 tablespoons (90ml) balsamic ...
Page 43 - Basic Mayonnaise
44 Basic Mayonnaise The American Egg Board recommends using the freshest eggs and then heating them to kill salmonella bacteria. This recipe uses a procedure suggested by cook- book author and food sleuth Shirley Corriher for heating the eggs to sanitize them. The results are definitely worth the ef...
Page 44 - Tzatziki Sauce
3 cups (750ml) nonfat plain yogurt, drained overnight to yield 1-1/2 cups (375ml)* 2 cucumbers, 7 inches (18cm) in length, peeled, halved, seeded and cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces, set over a strainer to drain for 30 minutes 4 cloves garlic 1-1/4 teaspoons (6ml) kosher salt 1/3 cup (85ml) fresh fla...
Page 45 - Sides; Asian Slaw with Peanut Dressing
46 1/2 cup (125ml) toasted unsalted peanuts 2 cloves garlic 6 slices of fresh ginger, peeled, each about the size of a quarter 4 tablespoons (60ml) natural style peanut butter 1/3 cup (75ml) + 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice vinegar 3 teaspoons (15ml) sugar 2 tablespoons (30ml) + 1 teaspoon (5ml) hoisin sa...
Page 47 - Savoury Sweet Potatoes with Onions & Currants
Vegetable oil cooking spray 2 ounces (55g) fresh white or wheat bread 1 tablespoon (15ml) unsalted butter,at room temperature 3 pounds (1.4kg) sweet potatoes, peeled, ends cut flat 1 pound (450g) yellow onions, peeled and cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup (125ml) currants Zest of 1/2 orange, removed wi...
Page 48 - Desserts; Hazelnut Butter Cookies
Desserts Hazelnut Butter Cookies Melt in your mouth delicious – keep this cookie dough on hand in the freezer to bake when unexpected guests drop in. Makes about 80 cookies. Preparation: 15 - 20 minutes, plus 40 minutes chilling time and 25 minutes baking and cooling time. 1-3/4 cups (440ml) + 2 tab...
Page 49 - Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies
50 5 ounces (140g) milk chocolate, chilled,broken into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 5 ounces (140g) white chocolate, chilled, broken into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1-1/3 cups (333ml) less 1 tablespoon (15ml) all-purpose unbleached flour 1/2 cup (125ml) pecan halves, shells removed 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) baking sod...
Page 50 - Basic Cheesecake
4 lowfat honey graham cracker sheets, broken into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces 1-1/2 tablespoons (20ml) sugar 1-1/2 tablespoons (20ml) unsalted butter 2 pounds (900g) lowfat cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup (250ml) sugar 1-1/2 tablespoons (20ml) vanilla 4 large eggs, at room temperature Preheat the ...
Page 51 - Carrot Cake
52 Vegetable oil cooking spray 1-1/4 pounds (560g) carrots, peeled 2-1/2 cups (625ml) all-purpose flour 1-1/4 teaspoons (6ml) baking powder 3/8 teaspoon (1ml) baking soda 1/4 teaspoon (1ml) salt 1-1/4 teaspoons (6ml) cinnamon 1 teaspoon (5ml) ginger 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) freshly grated nutmeg 1-1/4 cup...
Page 52 - Basic Flaky Pastry Dough
For a one-crust pie: 1-1/2 cups (375ml) all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon (1ml) salt 1/8 teaspoon (0.5ml) baking powder 8 tablespoons (120ml) unsalted butter,cut in 1/2-inch (1.25cm) pieces, well chilled 2 tablespoons (30ml) shortening (Crisco), cut in 1/2-inch (1.25cm) pieces, well chilled 2 to 4 tabl...
Page 53 - Deep-Dish Pear and Apple Pie
Pastry for a 2 crust pie 3 ripe but firm pears, about 8 ounces (225g) each, peeled, cored and quartered 3 Granny Smith Apples, about 8 ounces (225g) each, peeled, cored and quartered juice of 1 lemon 4 tablespoons (60ml) unbleached all-purpose flour 3/4 cup (185ml) dried cranberries 1 tablespoon (15...