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INSTRUCTION
AND RECIPE
BOOKLET
®
CFP-800 Series
Cuisinart
Kitchen Central
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET ® CFP-800 Series Cuisinart Kitchen Central For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
  • Page 2 FOOD PROCESSOR WORK BOWL CAPACITY RECOMMENDATIONS FOOD CAPACITY Sliced or shredded fruit, vegetables or cheese 8 cups Chopped fruit, vegetables or cheese 2 cups Puréed fruit, vegetables or cheese 3 cups cooked; 1½ cups puréed Chopped or puréed meat, fish or seafood ¾...
  • Page 3: Important Unpacking Instructions

    You will fi nd them very useful if you need to repack the appliance for moving or other shipment. • NOTE: We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com for a fast, effi cient way to complete your product registration.
  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    Return appliance to nearest Cuisinart Kitchen Central. service facility for examination, repair and/or 16. Never try to defeat, override or tamper with mechanical or electrical adjustment.
  • Page 5 23. To reduce the risk of injury when using the NOTICE: blender, never place removable blade as- This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is sembly on base without the jar being properly wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric attached.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: RISK OF FIRE CONTENTS Important Unpacking Instructions ..3 OR ELECTRIC SHOCK Important Safeguards ......4 The lightning fl ash with arrowhead Parts ............ 7 symbol within an equilateral triangle is General Assembly .........9 intended to alert the user to the pres- Food Processor Assembly ....9 ence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage Troubleshooting ........10...
  • Page 7: Parts

    PARTS FOOD PROCESSOR 1. Motor housing base 6. Metal chopping/mixing/dough blade 2. Speed control dial settings for OFF, Low, High, 7. Fine reversible slicing/shredding disc and Pulse controls 8. Medium reversible slicing/shredding disc 3. 8-cup work bowl 9. BPA free (not shown) 4.
  • Page 8 BLENDER 1. Blender Cover 2. Measured pour lid insert 3. 40 oz. durable plastic jar 4. High-quality blade assembly with patented stainless steel blades NOTE: BLADES ARE SHARP. HANDLE CAREFULLY.
  • Page 9: General Assembly

    SHREDDING DISCS Before First Use 1. Put the stem adapter onto the ® Before using your Cuisinart Kitchen Central for motor housing base. the fi rst time, wash all parts. Place the base on a dry, level countertop with the controls facing you.
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    MACHINE FUNCTIONS Roll leaves together and stand them up in feed tube. Process with even pressure. USING THE CHOPPING/MIXING/ NOTE: Always use pusher when slicing DOUGH BLADE or shredding. Never put your hands in Chopping the feed tube when unit is running •...
  • Page 11 • Excessively sticky dough can cause blade to • A safety protector in the motor prevents the rise. Carefully push blade down and immedi- motor from overheating, which is caused by ately add 2 tablespoons of fl our through the excessive strain.
  • Page 12: Blender Assembly

    BLENDER ASSEMBLY To reset the unit: This appliance features an advanced resettable thermal fuse. In the event of an overload, the unit will shut 1. Place the motor housing base on a fl at, sturdy surface that down to protect the motor from overheating. To reset the appliance when this happens, is clean and dry.
  • Page 13 OFF. Never use • Don’t use any container or accessories not metal utensils, as damage may occur to the recommended by Cuisinart. Doing so may blender jar or blade assembly. result in injury. • Place cover on fi rmly. Always operate the •...
  • Page 14: Juice Extractor Assembly

    JUICE EXTRACTOR right-hand side, and the indicator mark on the juice extractor base a little forward of the ASSEMBLY indicator mark on the motor base. 3. With the juice extractor base seated fi rmly on ASSEMBLING THE the center gear connector in the motor base, JUICE EXTRACTOR turn the full assembly clockwise to lock it into place.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Chart

    ATTACHMENT • The work bowl is made of SAN plastic. It should ® • Always unplug your Cuisinart Kitchen Central not be placed in a microwave oven. from the electrical outlet before cleaning. IMPORTANT: Never store any blade or disc on the •...
  • Page 16 FOR YOUR SAFETY TIP: You may wish to clean your blender blade assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of • Like all powerful electrical appliances, a food dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar and processor should be handled with care. Follow fi ll halfway with warm water.
  • Page 17: Food Processor Tips

    FOOD PROCESSOR TIPS ® You can slice, shred and chop a multitude of vegetables and fruits in the Cuisinart Kitchen Central. What you may not know is that the food processor is the perfect tool for a number of other tasks, such as softening butter, making breadcrumbs, making baby food, etc.
  • Page 18: Blender Tips

    turn to High until desired consistency/purée BLENDER TIPS is reached. Chopping Nuts NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool slightly before Put ½ cup shelled nuts into the blender jar and blending to prevent steam buildup, which may cover blender. Pulse until desired chop is achieved. cause the lid to lift up from the blender jar.
  • Page 19 BLENDER TIPS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE To activate blender Plug in, turn knob to desired speed To begin blending Turn knob To change speeds Turn knob To Pulse Turn knob to Pulse To stop blending (and deactivate blender) Turn knob to OFF and unplug SPEED SELECTION GUIDE Refer to this guide to choose the best blender speed for your desired result.
  • Page 20: Juice Extractor Tips

    JUICE EXTRACTOR TIPS • Use your juice extractor in tandem with your blender. Blend fresh juices with • Extracted juice captures about 95% of the nu- ingredients like bananas, yogurt, and protein trients from fresh fruits and vegetables. Drinking powders for delicious power smoothies. extracted juice is a fast and effi cient way for your •...
  • Page 21 APPROXIMATE YIELD JUICING CHART FRUIT AMOUNT YIELD APPLE (quartered) 1 medium (about 7 ounces) ½ cup or 4 ounces CANTALOUPE (peeled and seeded) 1 cup, cubed ½ cup or 4 ounces GRAPES 1 cup ½ cup or 4 ounces ORANGE (peeled and quartered) 1 medium (about 12 ounces) 2⁄...
  • Page 22 BASICS Mayonnaise ........................24 Basic Fresh Breadcrumbs .....................25 Basil Pesto ........................26 Pico de Gallo .........................27 Chunky Guacamole ......................27 Hummus ........................28 Basic Vinaigrette ......................28 Hollandaise Sauce ......................29 BREAKFAST/BRUNCH/DRINKS Zucchini Spice Bread ....................30 Onion, Pepper and Potato Frittata ................31 Tropical Vitamin C Smoothie ..................32 Super Protein Shake .....................33 Light Green Smoothie ....................34 Antioxidant Smoothie ....................34...
  • Page 23 DOUGHS/BREADS Pizza Dough ........................50 Páte Brisée ........................51 Buttery Dinner Rolls ......................52 Buttermilk Biscuits ......................53 DESSERTS Classic Apple Pie ......................54 Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting ..............55 Dairy-Free Chocolate Mousse ..................56 Pumpkin Bread Pudding ....................57...
  • Page 24: Basics

    MAYONNAISE Taste the difference in homemade mayonnaise. Makes 1 cup LARGE EGG YOLKS ¾ TEASPOON KOSHER SALT 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the ½ TEASPOON DIJON MUSTARD food processor. Process the egg yolks, salt, mustard, TEASPOON FRESH LEMON JUICE lemon juice and water on Low until smooth, about 30 TABLESPOON WATER...
  • Page 25: Basic Fresh Breadcrumbs

    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 1¼ cup SLICES WHITE BREAD 1. Preheat oven to 325ºF. Bake slices of bread in a single layer for about 20 minutes or until bread is completely dried out.
  • Page 26: Basil Pesto

    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 OUNCES ARMESAN OR PECORINO ½- CHEESE CUT INTO INCH CUBES...
  • Page 27: Pico De Gallo

    PICO DE GALLO Serve warm tortilla chips alongside this fresh and tangy salsa. ¼ Makes about 2 cups CUP FRESH CILANTRO STEMS DISCARDED 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the SMALL SCALLIONS CUT INTO food processor. Add the cilantro, scallions, garlic and INCH PIECES jalapeño and pulse to chop, about 10 pulses.
  • Page 28: Hummus

    HUMMUS Serve this brightly fl avored dip with warm pita for a satisfying snack. Makes about 3 cups GARLIC CLOVE TEASPOON KOSHER SALT 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the (15.5 CANS OUNCES EACH food processor. With the unit running on High, drop CHICKPEAS RINSED AND DRAINED the garlic through the feed tube and process to fi...
  • Page 29: Hollandaise Sauce

    HOLLANDAISE SAUCE A staple with Eggs Benedict, but this rich, buttery sauce is also great over steamed vegetables. (½ Makes about 1 cup POUND STICKS UNSALTED BUTTER 1. Place butter in a saucepan over low heat to melt. It is LARGE EGG YOLKS best to check the temperature of the butter.
  • Page 30: Zucchini Spice Bread

    ZUCCHINI SPICE BREAD This moist, quick bread is perfect for breakfast or for an afternoon snack. Makes one 2-pound loaf (16 servings) ONSTICK COOKING SPRAY 2¼ CUPS UNBLEACHED PURPOSE 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat a 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan FLOUR with cooking spray.
  • Page 31: Onion, Pepper And Potato Frittata

    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 GARLIC CLOVES SMALL ONION HALVED 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. MEDIUM RED BELL PEPPER 2.
  • Page 32: Tropical Vitamin C Smoothie

    TROPICAL VITAMIN C SMOOTHIE A delicious way to get your daily vitamin C. Makes about 3 cups CUP ORANGE JUICE CUP PAPAYA CUT INTO INCH 1. Put ingredients into the blender jar in order listed. ¼ PIECES ABOUT LARGE PAPAYA 2.
  • Page 33: Super Protein Shake

    Makes about 3 cups CUPS SOY ALMOND OR HEMP ’ MILK S MILK MAY ALSO BE 1. Place ingredients in Cuisinart® blender jar in USED order listed. ½ CUP PLAIN OR VANILLA YOGURT NY FAT VARIETY 2. Blend on High for about 1 minute.
  • Page 34: Light Green Smoothie

    LIGHT GREEN SMOOTHIE This green smoothie is delicious and nutritious as much as it is simple. Use any greens you have on hand to substitute. Makes 2 cups CUP NONDAIRY MILK RICE ALMOND OR SOY OR JUICE 1. Put all ingredients into blender in the order they RIPE BANANA BROKEN INTO are listed.
  • Page 35: Morning Zinger

    MORNING ZINGER A delicious way to get up and go. Makes about 8 ounces HANDFUL FRESH PARSLEY ABOUT CUP PACKED 1. Assemble the Juice Extractor and turn it on. MEDIUM APPLE QUARTERED ½ 2. Juice the ingredients in the order listed. OUNCE FRESH GINGER ABOUT INCH PIECE...
  • Page 36: Super C Juice

    SUPER C JUICE Red peppers are packed full of vitamin C, and a little goes a long way. Make this juice when you’re feeling under the weather, for it provides you with twice your daily value of vitamin C and over four times your daily need of vitamin A! ½...
  • Page 37: Veggie Juice Plus

    VEGGIE JUICE PLUS A rainbow of veggies, chock-full of nutrients, all in one glass. Makes about two 7-ounce servings MEDIUM TOMATO QUARTERED ½ MEDIUM CUCUMBER 1. Assemble the Juice Extractor and turn it on. ½ LEMON PEELED 2. Juice the ingredients in the order listed. HANDFUL PARSLEY ABOUT PACKED...
  • Page 38: Green Zing

    GREEN ZING The ginger adds the zing in this bright green tonic. Makes 12 ounces MEDIUM CUCUMBER ½ BUNCH KALE ABOUT 1. Assemble the Juice Extractor and turn it on. LEAVES 2. Juice the ingredients in the order listed. LARGE HANDFUL PARSLEY HANDFULS SPINACH 3.
  • Page 39: Apple, Beet And Fennel Juice

    APPLE, BEET AND FENNEL JUICE A sweet juice, this combination is bright in color and packed with nutrients, including 608mg of potassium. ½ Makes about 12 ounces MEDIUM ORANGE PEELED MEDIUM APPLES QUARTERED 1. Assemble the Juice Extractor and turn it on. MEDIUM BEET QUARTERED 2.
  • Page 40: Soups/Salads/Sides

    GAZPACHO This bright and vibrant soup is perfect all summer long. Makes 3½ cups GARLIC CLOVE JALAPEÑO SEEDED CUT INTO 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the INCH PIECES food processor. With the machine running on High, ¼...
  • Page 41: Curried Coconut And Butternut Squash Soup

    CURRIED COCONUT AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP Rich in fl avor, this version of butternut squash soup is sure to satisfy! Makes about 3 cups TABLESPOONS BUTTER OR GHEE CLARIFIED BUTTER 1. Heat the butter or ghee in a 6-quart saucepan and SMALL ONION CHOPPED place over medium-low heat.
  • Page 42: Lightened Broccoli And Potato Soup

    LIGHTENED BROCCOLI AND POTATO SOUP You will not miss the cream in this hearty yet healthy blended soup. Makes about 4 cups TEASPOON OLIVE OIL GARLIC CLOVE SMASHED 1. Put olive oil into large saucepan or small stockpot ½ SMALL ONION CHOPPED and place over medium heat.
  • Page 43: Coleslaw

    COLESLAW A mayonnaise-free version of this classic barbecue side dish, this is nice and light with the same tang. Makes about 5 cups SMALL SCALLIONS CUT INTO INCH PIECES 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the CUP FRESH TALIAN PARSLEY food processor.
  • Page 44: Chopped Salad

    CHOPPED SALAD This delicious, garden-fresh salad is always a big hit – even among non-salad eaters! Makes about 4 cups SMALL SHALLOT CUT INTO INCH PIECES 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the SCALLIONS TRIMMED CUT INTO food processor.
  • Page 45: Potato-Zucchini-Carrot Cakes

    POTATO-ZUCCHINI-CARROT CAKES A twist on the traditional potato latke. Makes 10 to 12, 2½-inch cakes TABLESPOON FRESH TALIAN PARSLEY STEMS DISCARDED 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the MEDIUM RUSSET POTATO PEELED food processor. Add the parsley and fi nely chop, CUT TO FIT THE FEED TUBE using 5 to 6 long pulses.
  • Page 46: Entrees

    PIZZA MARGHERITA This Neapolitan pizza is perfect in summer, when fresh tomatoes and basil are abundant. Makes one 12-inch pizza (8 servings) RECIPE IZZA OUGH PAGE OUNCE ARMIGIANO EGGIANO 1. Prepare the pizza dough and allow to rise. Preheat ½- CUT INTO INCH CUBES oven to 500°F with rack in the middle of the oven.
  • Page 47: Recipes

    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. ½ Makes 12 servings RECIPE ÂTE RISÉE DOUGH PAGE 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. GARLIC CLOVE 2.
  • Page 48: Chicken Pot Pie

    CHICKEN POT PIE The ultimate comfort food Makes 8 to 10 servings MEDIUM CARROT PEELED CELERY STALK 1. Preheat oven to 400°F with the rack in the lower third SMALL ONION OUNCES of the oven. CUT INTO INCH PIECES TABLESPOONS UNSALTED BUTTER 2.
  • Page 49: Tacos Americanos

    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 ARNISH OUNCES ONTEREY 1. Insert the medium shredding disc into the work bowl ¼...
  • Page 50: Doughs/Breads

    PIZZA DOUGH This dough can be used for more than just the obvious – don’t forget about calzones, savory breads and focaccia! 2¼ Makes ¾-pound dough (two 9-inch crusts, or one TEASPOONS STANDARD PACKET ¼ OUNCE ACTIVE DRY YEAST 14-inch crust) TEASPOON GRANULATED SUGAR 1.
  • Page 51: Páte Brisée

    PÂTE BRISÉE This versatile dough can be used for sweet or savory treats. Makes two, single-crust 9-inch pies or one, 9-inch CUPS UNBLEACHED PURPOSE double-crust pie FLOUR TEASPOON KOSHER SALT 1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the TABLESPOONS STICKS food processor.
  • Page 52: Buttery Dinner Rolls

    BUTTERY DINNER ROLLS Fresh from the oven, warm rolls make any dinner extra special. Makes 10 rolls CUP WHOLE MILK PLUS TABLESPOON FOR BRUSHING 1. In a small saucepan combine the 1⁄3 cup of milk, 4 TABLESPOONS UNSALTED BUTTER tablespoons of butter and the sugar. Warm over low PLUS TABLESPOON FOR heat until the butter is melted.
  • Page 53: Buttermilk Biscuits

    BUTTERMILK BISCUITS These biscuits are so light and tender, you will want to make them every night. 1¼ Makes 8 biscuits CUPS UNBLEACHED PURPOSE FLOUR PLUS MORE FOR SHAPING 1. Preheat oven to 500°F. Line a baking sheet with ¼ CUP CAKE FLOUR parchment paper.
  • Page 54: Desserts

    CLASSIC APPLE PIE Everyone needs a foolproof apple pie recipe – here is our favorite to share with you and your family. Makes one 10-inch pie, 8 to 12 servings RECIPE ÂTE RISÉE DOUGH PAGE 1. Preheat oven to 450°F, with the rack in the lower third 1½...
  • Page 55: Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

    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 ONSTICK COOKING SPRAY ¾...
  • Page 56: Dairy-Free Chocolate Mousse

    DAIRY-FREE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE This rich chocolate mousse is so good, you won’t miss a thing! Makes 10, ½-cup servings OUNCES SEMI SWEET CHOCOLATE CHOCOLATE CHIPS OR ROUGHLY 1. Put the chocolate, sugar and vanilla extract into the CHOPPED blender jar. ∕...
  • Page 57: Pumpkin Bread Pudding

    PUMPKIN BREAD PUDDING Bread pudding can be mixed and assembled ahead of time and baked while dinner is being served for a warm dessert. Top with sweetened whipped cream. Makes about 10 to 12 servings TABLESPOON UNSALTED BUTTER POUND CHALLAH LOAF CUT INTO 1.
  • Page 58: Warranty

    Cuisinart for repair, or if necessary, replacement, NOTE: For added protection and secure handling by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at of any Cuisinart product that is being returned, we 1-800-726-0190. recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the service.
  • Page 59 BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart product, we suggest that you call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-0190 before returning the product to be serviced. If servicing is needed, a Representative can confirm whether the product is under warranty and direct you to the nearest service location.
  • Page 60 NOTES:...

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