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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET Pro Custom 11 ™ Food Processor DLC-8S Series For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
- Page 2 2. DO NOT use any slicing, shred- ding, julienne, French fry-cut or fine grater discs with the Compact Cover. Doing so may expose the user to injury. 3. Although the Cuisinart ® Compact Cover may seem compatible with machines from other manufacturers, using the...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
C O N T E N T S I M P O RTANT SAFEGUARDS THE PARTS PRACTICING WITH FOOD REMOVING PROCESSED FOOD CHOPPING, PURÉEING & MIXING WITH METAL BLADE TO CHOP RAW FRUITS AND VEGETABLES TO PURÉE FRUIT AND COOKED VEGETABLES TO CHOP HARD FOOD LIKE GARLIC, HARD CHEESE TO CHOP PARSLEY, OTHER FRESH HERBS... -
Page 4: The Parts
T H E P A R T S... - Page 5 Your Cuisinart ® Pro Custom 11™ Food Processor is a compact and versatile appliance that chops, minces, shreds, grates, slices, blends, purées, emulsifies, mixes and kneads - all with great efficiency and speed. The large feed tube allows you to make...
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Page 6: Practicing With Food
P R A C T I C I N G W I T H F O O D PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM FROM FILM FROM FILM Try chopping some practice foods b e f o re you process food to eat. -
Page 7: Removing Processed Food
R E M O V I N G P R O C E S S E D F O O D Before you do anything, wait for the blade to stop spinning. Once it does, remove the cover first. You can remove the cover and pusher assembly in one operation. -
Page 8: To Chop Raw Fruits And Vegetables
C H O P P I N G A N D P U R É E I N G W I T H T H E M E T A L B L A D E To chop raw fruits and vegetables Cut the food into 1-inch pieces. -
Page 9: To Chop Hard Food Like Garlic, Hard Cheese
Make sure the small cap is in place before using. To disassemble the Compact Cover: Place one hand near the Cuisinart logo and one hand on opposite end of cover; turn cover CLOCKWISE. Lift cover up and off work bowl. Do not use the Compact Cover with any of the slicing or shredding discs. -
Page 10: To Chop Meat, Poultry And Fish
C H O P P I N G A N D P U R É E I N G W I T H T H E M E T A L B L A D E To chop meat, poultry, fish and seafood The food should be very cold, but not frozen. -
Page 11: To Chop Nuts
To chop nuts Chop no more than the recommended amount at one time. (See page 26). Press and release the OFF/PULSE lever and check frequently to avoid letting powdered nuts clump together in a nut butter. When a recipe calls for flour or sugar, add some to the nuts before you chop them—... -
Page 12: To Make Mayonnaise
T E C H N I Q U E S F O R C H O P P I N G A N D P U R É E I N G W I T H T H E M E T A L B L A D E To make mayonnaise You can make foolproof home- made mayonnaise with your... -
Page 13: To Whip Cream
To whip cream P rocessor whipped cream holds its shape very well. It is good for decoration or as a topping for g i n g e r b read, berries and other d e s s e rt s . Chill the cream well before starting. -
Page 14: Typical Dough
T E C H N I Q U E S F O R K N E A D I N G Y E A S T D O U G H W I T H T H E D O U G H B L A D E The Pro Custom 11™... -
Page 15: Processing Dry Ingredients
Processing dry ingredients Put the flour and other dry ingredients in the work bowl. If the recipe calls for herbs, oil or solid fats like butter, add them with the flour. Turn the machine on, and let it run for about 20 seconds. - Page 16 T E C H N I Q U E S F O R K N E A D I N G Y E A S T D O U G H W I T H T H E D O U G H B L A D E Problems and Solutions with Bread Doughs Blade doesn’t...
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Page 17: Problems & Solutions
Motor stops • If using large feed tube cover, the pusher assembly may have come unlocked. Push down pusher sleeve to lock it into place and continue processing. • Cover may have come unlocked. Lock cover and continue pro c e s s i n g . •... -
Page 18: Preparing Food For Slicing And Shredding
P R E P A R I N G F O O D F O R S L I C I N G A N D S H R E D D I N G Round fruits and vegetables B e f o re processing onions, apples and other large, ro u n d f ruits and vegetables, trim them with a knife. -
Page 19: Food Doesn't Fit Feed Tube
the top piece into wedges to fit the feed tube. The 2mm Slicing Disc or the optional 1mm Slicing Disc is excellent for slicing cabbage for coleslaw. If the fruit or vegetable doesn’t fit Try inserting it from the bottom of the feed tube. -
Page 20: Practicing Slicing And Shredding
P R A C T I C I N G S L I C I N G A N D S H R E D D I N G PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM 1. Insert a slicing or shredding disc, put the cover with large feed tube on the work bowl and insert the prepared food in the... -
Page 21: Removing Sliced Or Shredded Foods
R E M O V I N G S L I C E D O R S H R E D D E D F O O D PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM Before you do anything, wait for... -
Page 22: Slicing And Shredding Techniques
S L I C I N G A N D S H R E D D I N G T E C H N I Q U E S Small, round fruits and vegetables For large berries, radishes and mushrooms, trim the ends flat with a knife. -
Page 23: French-Cut Green Beans
PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM wide at one end and narrow at the other—carrots, celery or scallions—cut them in half and pack in pairs, one wide end up, one narrow end up. -
Page 24: Slicing Cooked Meat And Poultry
S L I C I N G M E A T A N D P O U L T R Y Cooked meat and poultry The food must be very cold. If possible, use a chunk of food just large enough to fit the feed tube. To make julienne strips of ham, bologna or luncheon meat, stack slices of them. -
Page 25: Slicing And Shredding Cheese
S L I C I N G A N D S H R E D D I N G C H E E S E PICK UP 4 COLOR PHOTOS FROM FILM TYPE OF CHEESE Soft Brie, Camembert, ricotta, Liederkranz, cottage, cream exception: mozzarella Semi-Soft... -
Page 26: If You Have A Problem
A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M A T I O N IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM Most problems with the food processor are easily solved. Provided are some possible problems and their solutions. Food is unevenly chopped Do not process too much food at one time. -
Page 27: For Your Safety
Remove blade before tilting bowl, or hold it in place with your finger, a spatula or spoon. © Never use pusher assembly if sleeve becomes detached from pusher. Call Cuisinart Customer Service immediately at 1-800-726-0190. SOME TECHNICAL DATA The motor in your food processor operates on standard line operating current. -
Page 28: Recipes
R E C I P E S APPETIZERS GUACAMOLE BLUE CHEESE AND PECAN SPREAD CHEESE COINS SOUPS CHUNKY GAZPACHO LEEK AND POTATO SOUP/VICHYSSOISE LENTIL SOUP SPLIT PEA SOUP MEATS AND FISH MEATLOAF CHILI CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES STIR-FRY CRAB CAKES VEGETABLES MASHED POTATOES POTATOES AU GRATIN SHREDDED CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI... -
Page 29: Appetizers
A P P E T I Z E R S G u a c a m o l e Serve with tortillas or crisp vegetables. For a less pungent taste, use flat-leaf parsley instead of cilantro. I N G R E D I E N T S l a rge garlic clove, peeled medium jalapeño pepper, halved and seeded... -
Page 30: Cheese Coins
Cheese Coins These tender and flavorful appetizers are easy to make, convenient to serve, and they can be re f r i g e r a t e d or fro z e n . I N G R E D I E N T S ounces Cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces ounces unsalted butter, at room... -
Page 31: Soups
S O U P S Chunky Gazpacho This refreshing cold soup can be ready in less than 10 minutes. You may serve it at once, but it improves with chilling. I N G R E D I E N T S small jalapeño pepper* scallions celery stalk... -
Page 32: Lentil Soup
Lentil Soup This hearty winter soup is a meal on its own, accompanied by crusty bread and a salad. I N G R E D I E N T S ounces lentils garlic clove, peeled small onion, peeled and halved medium celery rib, cut into 1-inch pieces medium carrot, peeled, cut into 1”... -
Page 33: Meats And Fish
M E A T S A N D F I S H Meatloaf For a spicier meat loaf, add a few drops of Tabasco sauce and a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. INGREDIENTS small onion, quartered cup loosely packed parsley leaves 1-1/2 slices day-old bread, broken into pieces 1-1/2... -
Page 34: Chicken And Vegetables Stir-Fry
Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry Stir-frying and the food processor are a most effective combination for putting a meal on the table in no time. I N G R E D I E N T S pounds boneless/skinless chicken breasts red peppers, cored, seeded, stemmed and cut vertically into 3 slabs scallions, cut to fit feed tube horizontally zucchini, cut to fit feed tube horizontally... -
Page 35: Crab Cakes
Crab Cakes These delicate seafood cakes are perfect with drinks. If you’re feeling festive, substitute cooked lobster meat for half of the crabmeat. I N G R E D I E N T S slices white bread, lightly toasted medium garlic clove, peeled small onion, peeled and quartered tablespoon unsalted butter tablespoon parsley leaves... -
Page 36: Mashed Potatoes
V E G E T A B L E S Mashed Potatoes The shredding disc processes cooked potatoes to the right texture. Be careful not to overprocess when you mix them with the other ingredients. I N G R E D I E N T S cup hot milk tablespoons butter, cut into 1-inch pieces teaspoon salt... -
Page 37: Shredded Carrots And Zucchini
Shredded Carrots and Zucchini Because shredded vegetables cook so quickly, all their natural flavor and crispness is preserved. I N G R E D I E N T S medium carrots, peeled medium zucchini cup unsalted butter Salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1/4 tsp. -
Page 38: Creamy Cole Slaw
S A L A D S Creamy Cole Slaw Cole slaw only takes minutes to prepare when you don’t have to slice the cabbage by hand. I N G R E D I E N T S cup loosely packed parsley leaves 1-oz. -
Page 39: Sauces
S A U C E S Pesto A classic pasta sauce from Italy. One cup is enough for 1 pound of pasta. It’s also good on boiled potatoes or in soups. I N G R E D I E N T S ounces imported Parmesan cheese, at room temperature, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces... -
Page 40: Mayonnaise
Classic Mayonnaise with Cooked Eggs Adding oil very slowly is essential for the mayon- naise emulsion – the hole in the pusher adds the oil at just the right speed for success. Flavored vinegar or fresh or dried herbs can be added for a flavored mayonnaise. -
Page 41: Pastry
P A S T R Y Basic Pastry This is the basic dough for pies, tarts and quiches. I N G R E D I E N T S 2 - 2 / 3 cups all-purpose flour sticks very cold unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces teaspoon salt cup ice water... -
Page 42: Corn Bread
B R E A D S , C O F F E E C A K E A N D P I Z Z A Corn Bread This a particularly moist and flavorful corn bread which is best served warm. I N G R E D I E N T S tablespoons butter cup yellow cornmeal... -
Page 43: White Bread
Use sharp knife to cut rolled dough into 3/4-inch slices. Place slices in pan, cut side up, and let rise until doubled in size. Preheat oven to 375°F. 15 minutes before baking. Bake coffee cake until golden and bubbly, about 20 to 25 minutes. - Page 44 D E S S E R T S Fudgy Brownies These easy-to-make brownies are always a favorite in lunch boxes or for after school snacks. I N G R E D I E N T S ounces unsweetened chocolate 1-1/2 cups light brown sugar, divided cup butter, melted large eggs...
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Page 45: Pizza In A Hurry
Oil pan(s) lightly and sprinkle with cornmeal. Fold rolled dough in half loosely, then in half again. Position point at center of pan and gently unfold. Press into place from center outward, turn under the 1-inch overhang and shape it into a rim. Crust(s) is now ready to bake and fill. -
Page 46: Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Toasted nuts and oatmeal make these cookies good for you as well as delicious. I N G R E D I E N T S cup quick-cooking oatmeal cup pecans cup butter, in 1-inch pieces cup sugar cup firmly packed light brown sugar large eggs teaspoon vanilla extract... -
Page 47: Cream Cheese Frosting
Cream Cheese Frosting This quick, easy frosting is delicious on carrot cake, but it is also good on many other cakes. I N G R E D I E N T S pound cream cheese, in 1-inch pieces stick butter, in 1-inch pieces cup confectioner’s sugar teaspoon vanilla extract Use metal blade to process cream cheese and butter... -
Page 48: Warranty
We warrant that your Cuisinart Pro Custom 11™ Food Processor will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal home use for three years from the date of original purchase. - Page 49 Toasters Blenders Mixers Makers Cuisinart offers an extensive assortment of top quality products to make life in the kitchen easier than ever. Try some of our other countertop appliances and cookware, and Savor the Good Life ® w w w. c u i s i n a rt . c o m ©...