Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Recommended Capacities . . . . . . . . . . 1Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Machine Includes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Assembly Instructions . ...
Page 6 - INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on yourpurchase of a Cuisinart ® Premier Series 11-CupFood Processor. This product is the ultimate food preparation tool, and itcomes from the originatorof the American foodprocessor, Cuisinart. The Cuisinart ® Premier Series 11-Cup FoodProcessor has all the ele-ments of...
Page 14 - SLICING AND SHREDDING CHEESE
optional Square JulienneDisc, you can make squarejulienne strips in one oper-ation. SLICING MEAT AND POULTRY Cooked meat and poultry: The food must be verycold. If possible, use apiece of food just largeenough to fit in the feedtube. To make juliennestrips of ham, bologna orluncheon meat, stackslice...
Page 21 - Recipe Table of Contents
Recipe Table of Contents Appetizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Soups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Breads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 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 pieces (about 1 cup pieces) 1/3 cup fresh cilantro 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces 1-1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice 2/3 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels (frozen kernels do not need ...
Page 23 - Hummus; Roasted Shallot & Herb Hummus
Hummus This popular Middle Eastern sauce may be served with the traditional pita wedges or may be used as a dip for fresh vegetable crudités. Preparation: 10 – 15 minutes (plus 1 hour roasting time for shallots or garlic if using), plus 30 minutes resting time Makes 2-3/4 cups / 44 tablespoons 1/3 c...
Page 24 - Jalapeño Jack Wafers
Jalapeño Jack Wafers These savory wafers just melt in your mouth. Preparation: 15 – 20 minutes, plus 30 minutes resting time and 30 minutes baking and cooling Makes 48 wafers 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese 1 small fresh jalapeño, seeded 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon dried cilantro 1/4 smal...
Page 26 - Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms
Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms For a savory side dish, use this stuffing in portobellos. Makes 28 1-1/2 inch stuffed mushrooms Preparation: 15 - 20 minutes, plus 30 minutes baking and cooling 28 1-1/2 inch white button or cremini mushrooms 1-1/2 ounces French bread, cut in 1-inch pi...
Page 27 - Soups; Butternut Squash Bisque with Roasted Cremini
Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 108 (34% from fat) • carbo. 15g • pro. 3g • fat 4g sat. fat 2g • chol. 6mg • sod. 138mg • fiber 2g 26 Soups 12 ounces Cremini mushrooms, stems removed and reserved 1-1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion (about 6 ounces), cut in 1-inch piece...
Page 29 - Gazpacho
28 1 garlic clove, peeled 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/3 cup fresh cilantro 6 small scallions, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 small green bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 medium tomatoes, cored, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 cups tomato juice 1 medium ...
Page 30 - Quick Breads; Cranberry - Orange Bread
29 Quick Breads Cranberry - Orange Bread 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 Cooking spray 1-1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon s...
Page 31 - Banana Nut Bread
30 Cooking spray 1-1/3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1/4 cup walnut halves, shells removed 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-1/2 ripe bananas (about 8 ounces total), peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 large egg 1 large egg white 2/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup plain non...
Page 33 - Yeast Breads; Challah Braid
32 Yeast Breads Challah Braid If you have leftovers, our Challah Braid slices make the best French toast. Makes 18 servings (one 2-pound loaf) Preparation: 15 - 20 minutes, plus 2-1/2 hours rising and resting, 30 minutes baking and 1 hour or longer cooling 4 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 package acti...
Page 34 - Cheese Bread
33 1 package active dry yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 cup warm water (105˚ - 115˚F) 4 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese 4-1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, in 1-inch pieces 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1 cup fat-free milk Cooking spray In a 2-cup liquid measure, dissolve yeas...
Page 35 - Classic White Bread
34 1 package active dry yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 1/3 cup warm water (105° - 115°F) 5 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, in 1-inch pieces 2 teaspoons salt 1-1/3 cups cold water Cooking spray In a 2-cup liquid measure, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit until...
Page 36 - Pizza Dough
35 2 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 1-1/4 cups warm water (105˚ - 115˚F) 3-1/3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil In a 2-cup liquid measure, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until foamy, about 3 to 5 minutes....
Page 37 - Artisan Breads; Basic Artisan Bread
36 Artisan Breads Basic Artisan Bread Adapted from: Charles van Over, The Best Bread Ever: Great Home Made Bread Using Your Food Processor, Broadway Books, ©1997 Makes two 10-inch round loaves (boules) Preparation: 30 minutes, plus 2-1/2 - 3 hours rising time, 40 minutes baking time and 1 hour or lo...
Page 39 - Olive and Rosemary Country Loaf
38 10 ounces unbleached bread flour (2-1/4 to 2-3/4 cups) 5 ounces whole wheat flour (1 cup) 1 ounce rye flour (1/4 cup) 2 teaspoons fine sea salt 1 teaspoon instant yeast 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1-1/4 cups water (10 ounces) 1/2 cup pitted and coarsely choppedimported black olives 1 tables...
Page 40 - Simple Wheat Starter
39 12 ounces unbleached flour 2 ounces whole wheat flour 2 cups water (16 ounces) 1/4 teaspoon 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 cups Preparation: 20 minutes, pl...
Page 41 - Multi-Grain Sandwich Loaf
40 1/2 cup Active Simple Wheat Starter (measure after feeding and resting) 8 ounces unbleached bread flour (1-3/4 to 2-1/4 cups) 2 ounces whole wheat flour (1/2 cup) 1 ounce rye flour (1/4 cup) 1 ounce graham flour (1/4 cup) 2 ounces 7-grain cereal (1/2 cup) 1-1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt 1/2 teaspoo...
Page 42 - Farm House Bread
41 1/2 cup Active Simple Wheat Starter(measure after feeding and resting) 12 ounces unbleached bread flour (3-1/4 to 4 cups) 1 ounce stone-ground whole wheat flour 1-1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt scant 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast 1 cup water (8 ounces) Cornmeal for the peel or baking sheet Flour for du...
Page 43 - Entrées; East-West Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Pasta
42 Entrées East-West Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Pasta Asian flavors blend with Italian Reggiano ™ Parmesan and pasta in this colorful and delicious stir-fry. Makes 6 servings Preparation: 40 - 45 minutes 4 5-ounce (approximate weight) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 12 ounces dry p...
Page 44 - Salmon and Pesto Potatoes en Papillote; Pesto
Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 43 (82% from fat) • carbo 1g • pro 1g • fat 4g sat. fat 1g • chol 2mg • sod 71mg • fib 0g 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 6 Yukon Gold or other new potatoes, 4 ounces each, well scrubbed, opposite ends trimmed flat with a knife 6 teaspoons Pesto – recip...
Page 45 - Shrimp & Ginger Stuffed Sole
44 1-1/4 pounds shrimp (16-20 count), peeled and deveined 2 bunches tender, fresh chives 1/3 cup Italian parsley leaves 6 green onions, trimmed to 5 inches, then cut in 1-inch lengths 1 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled, cut in 1/2-inch pieces 6 ounces French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tables...
Page 46 - 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 pizzas or four 8 - 9 inch pizzas, to serve 6 Preparation: 1 hour for the pizza dough (Recipe, page 35); 20 minutes plus 12 minutes baking a...
Page 47 - Five Cheese Pizza Bianco
Five Cheese Pizza Bianco A blend of 5 cheeses, shallots, garlic and herbs makes our Pizza Bianco. Preparation: 1 hour for the pizza dough (Recipe, page 35); 20 minutes plus 12 minutes baking and resting time Makes three 11 to 12-inch pizzas or six 6-inch pizzas, to serve 6 1 recipe Pizza Dough, p.35...
Page 48 - Pizza Margherita
Prepare the Pizza Dough and let rise. Position the top rack of the oven about 8 inches fromthe top. If using a baking stone, place it on the rack. Preheat the oven to 500° F. Insert the shredding disc. Use medium pressure to shred the mozzarella. Remove andreserve. Stack 12 basil leaves; roll, then ...
Page 49 - Roasted Pepper, Chevre & Mozzarella Calzone
2-1/2 red bell peppers, cut in half, cored and seeded 1-1/2 yellow bell peppers, cut in half, cored and seeded 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 2-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1 recipe Pizza Dough, p. 35 3 tablespoons flat parsley leaves,washed and dried 6 large fresh basil leaves, washed and dried...
Page 50 - Simple Tomato Sauce
49 Sauces & Dressings Simple Tomato Sauce A simple marinara sauce for pasta, or when reduced, a tasty topping for homemade pizzas. Makes 3 cups tomato sauce for pasta / 1-3/4 cups tomato sauce for pizza Preparation: 5-10 minutes plus 1 hour cooking and cooling time (add an additional 40-50 minut...
Page 51 - Cranberry Relish with Toasted Walnuts; Creamy Chevre & Peppercorn Dressing
Nutritional analysis per tablespoon: Calories 47 (81% from fat) • carbo. 1g • pro. 1g • fat 4g sat. fat 1g • chol. 3mg • sod. 22mg • fiber 0g 3/4 cup walnut halves, shells removed 3/4 cup sugar 8 strips orange zest, bitter white pith removed 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (do not thaw if using f...
Page 52 - Herbed Balsamic Vinaigrette
1 large clove garlic 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves, washed and dried 1 tablespoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Insert ...
Page 53 - Basic Mayonnaise
52 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 cookbook author and food sleuth Shirley Corriher for heating the eggs to sanitize them. The results are definitely worth the effo...
Page 54 - Tzatziki Sauce
3 cups nonfat plain yogurt, drained overnight to yield 1-1/2 cups* 2 cucumbers, 7 inches in length, peeled,halved, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces, set over a strainer to drain for 30 minutes 4 cloves garlic 1-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1/3 cup fresh flat parsley leaves 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves 1-...
Page 55 - Sides; French Cut Green Beans with Shallots
Sides French Cut Green Beans with Shallots The time-consuming “french cut” takes just seconds with a Cuisinart ® food processor. Makes 6 servings Preparation: 15 - 20 minutes 1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed, cut to fit feed tube horizontally 3 large shallots, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces 1...
Page 56 - Asian Slaw with Peanut Dressing
55 1/2 cup toasted unsalted peanuts 2 cloves garlic 6 slices of fresh ginger, peeled, each aboutthe size of a quarter 4 tablespoons natural style peanut butter 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 3 teaspoons sugar 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon hoisin sauce 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 teaspoons low-sodium ...
Page 58 - Savory Sweet Potatoes with Onions & Currants
Cooking spray 2 ounces fresh white or wheat bread 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled, ends cut flat 1 pound yellow onions, peeled and cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup currants Zest of 1/2 orange, removed with a vegetable peeler, bitter white pith shaved o...
Page 59 - 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 + 2 tablespoons a...
Page 60 - Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies
59 5 ounces milk chocolate, chilled, broken into 1-inch pieces 5 ounces white chocolate, chilled, broken into 1-inch pieces 1-1/3 cups less 1 tablespoon all-purpose unbleached flour 1/2 cup pecan halves, shells removed 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 large egg 1/2 cup firmly packed ligh...
Page 61 - Lemon Ginger Biscotti
60 3 ounces white chocolate, such as Lindt ® or Callebaut ® , broken up, chilled 2 ounces crystallized ginger 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Zest of 3 lemons, bitter white pith removed 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at roomtemperature 2 lar...
Page 62 - Basic Cheesecake
4 lowfat honey graham cracker sheets, broken into 1-inch pieces 1-1/2 tablespoons sugar 1-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 pounds lowfat cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup sugar 1-1/2 tablespoons vanilla 4 large eggs, at room temperature Preheat the oven to 325°F. Wrap the bottom and sides of ...
Page 63 - Carrot Cake
62 Vegetable oil cooking spray 1-1/4 pounds carrots, peeled 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder 3/8 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-1/4 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1-1/4 cups brown sugar 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 large eggs 2-...
Page 64 - Basic Flaky Pastry Dough
For a one-crust pie: 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon baking powder 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut in 1/2-inch pieces, well chilled 2 tablespoons shortening (Crisco ® ), cut in 1/2-inch pieces, well chilled 2 to 4 tablespoons ice water For a two-crust pie: 3 cups all-p...
Page 65 - Old World Apple Crumb Pie
64 1 single crust pastry recipe 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup walnuts, pecans or almonds 1/4 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature (not melted) 3 large apples (about 8 ounces each), peeled, cored and cut in 8ths(1 Granny Smith + 2 Golden Deli...
Page 66 - Deep-Dish Pear and Apple Pie
Pastry for a 2 crust pie 3 ripe but firm pears, about 8 ounces each, peeled, cored and quartered 3 Granny Smith Apples, about 8 ounces each, peeled, cored and quartered juice of 1 lemon 4 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour 3/4 cup dried cranberries 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/4...
Page 67 - Dark Chocolate Truffles
1/4 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa 15 ounces good quality bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate such as Ghirardelli, Lindt or Callebaut, broken into 1-inch pieces, chilled 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon heavy cream 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons brandy or other liqueur 1-1/2 tablespoons vani...