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For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the User Guide carefully before using.
This package contains a Tasty™ by Cuisinart® 4-Cup Mini Food Processor and the standard parts for it: metal chopping/grinding blade, and instruction/recipe booklet.
THE CUTTING BLADE HAS VERY SHARP EDGES.
To avoid injury when unpacking, please follow these instructions:
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When using an electrical appliance, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be adhered to, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit only one way in a polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
Do not use more than one accessory (S blade or disc) at a time.
A safety protector in the motor prevents the motor from overheating, which is caused by excessive strain. If the food processor shuts off during operation, turn the dial to OFF and wait 20 to 30 minutes to allow the food processor to cool off before resuming
REVERSIBLE CHOPPING/ GRINDER BLADE
The Tasty™ by Cuisinart® 4-Cup Mini Food Processor is equipped with a reversible blade. This blade is sharp on one side and blunt on the other. The blade is attached to a plastic ring that slides over the plastic blade sheath, so it can be easily turned over to select the appropriate blade. To reverse the blade, see detailed instructions on page 5. Also see Operating Techniques Chart (pages 8–9). Assemble the parts:
IF METAL BLADE RING (C) HAS NOT BEEN ATTACHED TO PLASTIC SHEATH (D), OR TO SAFELY REASSEMBLE BLADE ASSEMBLY AFTER USE AND CLEANING, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
Assembling or removing the blade ring/ chopping blade
ALWAYS HOLD THE BLADE RING BY THE CENTRAL HUB'S HOLDING GRIPS (E). DO NOT TOUCH THE RAZOR-SHARP BLADES!
To assemble using base of bowl to turn blade:
To assemble chopping blade by hand:
TWO-WAY CUTTING BLADE
The Tasty™ by Cuisinart® Mini Processor is equipped with a reversible blade. This blade is sharp on one side and blunt on the other. The blade is attached to a plastic ring that slides over the plastic blade sheath, so it can be easily turned over to select the appropriate blade. To reverse the blade, see detailed instructions.
SHARP (FOR CHOPPING) – Place blade ring over plastic blade sheath so the printed word "SHARP" is on top side of blade.
DULL (FOR GRINDING) – Place blade ring over plastic blade sheath so no writing is on top of blade.
REVERSIBLE SLICING/SHREDDING DISC
The slicing disc makes whole slices. It slices fruits and vegetables, cooked meat and semi-frozen raw meat. The shredding disc shreds most firm and hard cheeses. It also shreds vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and zucchini.
NOTE: Always use pusher when slicing or shredding. Never put your hands in the feed tube when the unit is running.
For detailed instructions on how to remove the blade rin, #4 under "To assemble using base of bowl to turn blade."
FOR PURÉES
CHOPPING HARD CHEESE
CHOPPING FRESH HERBS
CHOPPING MEAT
CHOPPING NUTS
TO MAKE CRUMBS AND CRUMB CRUSTS
Never store the blade or disc on the motor shaft. No blade or disc should be placed on the shaft except when the processor is about to be used.
MAINTENANCE: Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized representative.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Like all powerful electrical appliances, a food processor should be handled with care. Follow these guidelines to protect yourself and your family from misuse that could cause injury:
Food | Operation/Technique | Comments/Notes |
Anchovies | Pulse to desired consistency. | Drain first. Cut in half. |
Bacon | Pulse to desired consistency. | Cook crispy; drain well. Break into 1-inch pieces. |
Baking chocolate/chocolate chunks/chips | Pulse to break up, then process continuously until desired chop size is achieved. | Process no more than 1 ½ ounces at a time. For best results, chill chocolate for 3–5 minutes in freezer before chopping. Cut baking chocolate squares into ½ pieces to chop. |
Bread for crumbs | Pulse to break up, then process continuously until desired crumb size is reached. | Use day-old, hard bread for dry crumbs; fresh bread for moist crumbs. Cut or break into pieces no larger than 1 inch. For buttered crumbs, add 1 teaspoon of butter per slice after crumbs have started to form, and process to combine and coat. |
Butter | Process continuously. | Cut into ½ -inch pieces. Best at room temperature. Process up to ¾ cup at a time. Add freshly chopped citrus zest, garlic, herbs or shallots to create compound butters. |
Celery | Pulse to desired size. | Cut into ½ -inch-long pieces. |
Cheese – hard (Parmesan, Asiago, Romano, etc.) | Pulse 10 times, then process continuously until desired consistency. | Remove and discard rind or reserve for another use. Cut into ½ -inch pieces. If possible, remove from refrigerator 20–30 minutes before processing. Up to 4 ounces. |
Cheese – soft | Pulse to break up, then process continuously to cream. | Best at room temperature. |
Citrus zest | Pulse to break up, then process continuously until finely chopped. | Use vegetable peeler to remove zest (color only) from citrus; scrape off any white with sharp knife. Cut strips in half. Adding a small amount of sugar or salt will help achieve a finer texture. |
Cookies, graham crackers for crumbs, hard Amaretti or | Pulse 5 times to break up, then process continuously until finely chopped. | Hard cookies only. Break up into 1-inch or smaller pieces. For buttered crumbs, add 1 teaspoon of melted butter per graham cracker sheet or for every 3 cookies. |
macaroons Fruits, cooked; fresh or frozen thawed berries | Pulse to break up, then process continuously until desired consistency. | Cooked fruits may be processed to make baby foods or purées; liquid may be added for consistency. To process fresh or frozen, thawed berries for sauce, pulse to chop, then process until puréed (sugar may be added to taste). |
Garlic | Pulse to break up, then process continuously for fine chop. | Peel garlic cloves first. Scrape work bowl sides and bottom as needed. |
Ginger, fresh | Pulse to break up, then process continuously to reach desired consistency. | Peel first; cut into ½ -inch pieces or slices. Scrape work bowl sides and bottom as needed. Up to 2 ounces. |
Green onions, scallions | Pulse to chop to desired consistency. | Trim and cut into ¾ -inch pieces. |
Herbs, fresh | Pulse to chop to desired consistency. | Rinse and dry completely. Remove leaves from stems to chop. |
Horseradish | Pulse. | Peel first. Cut into ½ -inch pieces. Process up to 2 ounces at a time. |
Leeks | Pulse. | Trim off root end and tough outer skin. Wash thoroughly to remove sand and grit; dry completely. Cut into ½ -inch pieces. |
Meats | Pulse to chop, or process continuously to purée (add liquid as needed). | Uncooked meats should be cold, but not frozen; cut up to 6 ounces into ½ -inch pieces, trimmed of gristle and soft fat; some hard fat may remain. Cooked meats can be cold or warm; cut up to 6 ounces into ½ -inch pieces. Add liquid (water, broth or from cooking) as needed to process to purée consistency. |
Mushrooms | Pulse to chop to desired consistency. | Choose firm, fresh mushrooms. Cut into quarters or even-size pieces, no larger than |
Nuts | Pulse to chop to desired consistency. | Toast nuts first for maximum flavor. Allow to cool completely before chopping. Up to 1 cup. |
Olives | Pulse to chop to desired consistency. | Use only pitted olives. Drain well for best results. |
Peppercorns | Pulse first, then process continuously until desired consistency. | Combine peppercorns with dried herbs or spices or coarse salt to create rubs and seasonings. Hard peppercorns may scratch work bowl and lid. |
Peppers, fresh | Pulse to chop to desired consistency. | Core, seed and cut into ½ -inch pieces. Do not overprocess. |
Shallots | Pulse 5–10 times to chop to desired consistency. | Peel first; cut into quarters, or pieces no larger than ¾ inch. |
Vegetables, cooked | Pulse 5–10 times to chop, then process continuously until desired consistency is reached. | Cook vegetables until tender. Process to a smooth purée for baby food or sauces; may need to add liquid for consistency. |
Guacamole
An obvious partner for tortilla chips, Guacamole is also delicious as a spread in a sandwich or as a topping for chicken.
Makes about 2 cups
2 | garlic cloves, peeled |
3 | green onions, trimmed and cut into ½-inch pieces |
1½ | jalapeño peppers, cored, seeded and cut into ½-inch pieces |
3 | ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and cut into eighths |
3 | tablespoons fresh lime juice (juice of 1½ medium limes) |
¾ | teaspoon ground cumin |
½ | teaspoon ground coriander |
¾ | teaspoon kosher salt |
¾ | cup finely chopped tomatoes |
Place the garlic, green onions and jalapeño peppers in the work bowl. Pulse 10 times; scrape the bottom and sides of the work bowl. Add the avocados, lime juice, cumin, coriander and salt. Pulse 10 times, then process continuously for 15 seconds; scrape the work bowl. Process for another 15 to 20 seconds until smooth and creamy.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Stir in chopped tomatoes before serving.
Nutritional information per serving (3 tablespoons):
Calories 90 (71% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 1g • fat 8g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 180mg • calc. 14mg • fiber 4g
Tapenade
This briny French spread can top crusty bread or be used as a dip for crisp veggies.
Makes about 1½ cups
2 | garlic cloves, peeled |
1½ | anchovy fillets |
1½ | c ups pitted niçoise or other black olives |
¼ | cup drained and rinsed capers |
2 | tablespoons Dijon mustard |
1½ | t ablespoons fresh lemon juice (from ½ medium lemon) |
1 | tablespoon herbes de Provence or thyme |
¾ | teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
¼ | cup + 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
Chop the garlic for 5 seconds; scrape the work bowl. Add the anchovies, olives, and capers; pulse 10 times. Scrape the work bowl. Add the mustard, lemon juice, herbs, and pepper. Process for 15 seconds; scrape the work bowl. Process for an additional 15 seconds; scrape the work bowl again, then slowly add the olive oil. Process until a thick paste forms, about 20 to 30 seconds. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories 80 (88% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 1g • fat 9g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 280mg • calc. 27mg • fiber 1g
Hummus
Add a roasted red pepper and 1 tablespoon fresh herbs for a variation.
Makes about 2 cups
1 ⁄ 3 | cup loosely packed Italian parsley leaves |
1 | garlic clove, peeled |
1 | can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained |
2 | tablespoons tahini* |
2 | tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
¼ | cup water |
½ | teaspoon ground cumin |
¼ | cup extra virgin olive oil |
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste |
Put the parsley in the work bowl. Process to chop, 5 seconds; remove and reserve. With machine running, drop garlic through feed tube. Process until finely chopped, about 5 seconds. Add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, water and cumin to work bowl; process until smooth, 1½ to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape work bowl as needed one or two times. With the machine running, add the olive oil in a steady stream and process until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste and season with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.
*T ahini is sesame seed paste, found in most grocery stores.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories 80 (56% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 2g • fat 5g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 60mg • calc. 21mg • fiber 2g
Pesto
A favorite for dressing pasta, and also wonderful on steamed potatoes and vegetables. You can vary your pesto by using other herbs such as cilantro, mint or parsley, and by using other nuts such as almonds, pecans or walnuts.
Makes about ¾ cup
1½ ⁄ | ounces Parmigiano Reggiano, cut into ½-inch cubes |
1 3 | cup toasted pine nuts |
2 | garlic cloves, peeled |
¾ | teaspoon kosher salt |
1½ | cups packed fresh basil leaves |
½ | cup extra virgin olive oil |
Put the cheese in the work bowl; pulse 5 times; process continuously until finely ground, about 10 seconds. Remove and reserve. Add nuts to the work bowl; pulse 5 times. Remove and reserve with the cheese. Add the garlic and salt to the work bowl; process 5 seconds. Scrape the work bowl. Add the basil and half of the olive oil. Pulse 10 times, then grind continuously for about 15 seconds; scrape the bowl. With the machine running, add the remaining oil slowly, in a steady stream, through the feed tube. After all the oil has been added, process for an additional 10 seconds. Add the reserved cheese and nuts to the mixture; pulse 10 times to blend.
Transfer pesto to an airtight container. Pesto will keep in refrigerator for up to a week. It may also be frozen.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
Calories 120 (91% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 2g • fat 13g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 5mg • sod. 200mg • calc. 52mg • fiber 0g
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Use this sauce for vegetables or meats, or try our creamy variation to use as a dip for fresh vegetable crudités or pita chips.
Makes about 2 cups
3 | garlic cloves, peeled |
2 | strips lemon zest (1 x ½ inch), white pith removed |
1½ | teaspoons kosher salt |
1½ | teaspoons herbes de Provence |
2 | tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
2 ⁄ | tablespoons regular or white balsamic vinegar |
1 3 | cup extra virgin olive oil |
3 | jars (12 ounces each) roasted red peppers, drained but not rinsed |
Add the garlic, zest, salt, and herbs to the work bowl; chop for 5 to 10 seconds. Scrape the bottom and sides of the work bowl. Add the lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil and peppers. Pulse 10 times, then process for 15 to 20 seconds until smooth.
Transfer to a resealable container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. The sauce will keep up to 1 week refrigerated.
Roasted Red Pepper Dip Variation: Make half the recipe. Add 2 ounces of regular or low-fat cream cheese and ¼ cup of sour cream or plain yogurt that has been drained; chop for 10 to 15 seconds until homogenous.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):
Calories 21 (40% from fat) • carb. 3g • pro. 1g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 1019mg • calc. 28mg • fiber 1g
Lemon Herb Butter
This compound butter is delicious on vegetables or grilled meats. You may vary the herbs with a mix of your favorites.
Makes about 11⁄3 cups
3 | garlic cloves, peeled |
3 | strips lemon zest, (2 x ½ inch), white pith removed |
¾ | teaspoon kosher salt |
½ | cup packed Italian parsley leaves |
1 | tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves |
¼ | cup fresh lemon juice |
1½ | teaspoons Dijon mustard |
½ | teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
½ | pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into 16 pieces |
Put the garlic, lemon zest, and salt into the work bowl and process until finely chopped, about 10 seconds; scrape work bowl and then process for an additional 5 seconds. Add parsley and rosemary; pulse 10 to 15 times. Add lemon juice, mustard and pepper; process to blend, about 30 seconds. Add butter and pulse 10 to 15 times; scrape down bowl. Process for an additional 30 to 40 seconds, stopping to scrape down bowl as needed.
To serve as a compound butter with grilled meats or fish, shape the butter into a log, about 1 inch in diameter; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate or freeze. Slice and serve 1⁄8-inch-thick slices of butter on top of hot grilled steaks, boneless chicken breasts or seafood steaks.
Nutritional information per serving (½ tablespoon):
Calories 40 (96% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 5g • sat. fat 3g • chol. 10mg • sod. 45mg • calc. 3mg • fiber 0g
Basic Vinaigrette
This recipe may be easily modified by changing the oils and vinegars used.
Makes 1½ cups
1 | garlic clove or small shallot, peeled (cut shallot into ½-inch pieces) |
3 | tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice |
2 | teaspoons Dijon mustard |
½ | teaspoon kosher salt |
¼ | teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
1 | cup extra virgin olive oil |
Put garlic in work bowl; pulse 5 times. Scrape the work bowl. Add the vinegars, mustard, salt and pepper. Process until smooth, about 5 seconds. With the machine running, add the oil slowly, in a steady stream, through the drizzle hole on the pusher. After all the oil has been added, process for an additional 10 seconds. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
This dressing is best made at least 30 minutes ahead of serving. Vinaigrette will keep well for one week if in refrigerator, covered. Remove from refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving; it may need to be reprocessed if separation has occurred.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
Calories 80 (99% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 0g • fat 9g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 55mg • calc. 1mg • fiber 0g
Creamy Roasted Garlic and Herb Dressing
Try this flavorful dressing on a crispy romaine salad.
Makes about 1 cup
9 | garlic cloves, peeled |
1 | teaspoon extra virgin olive oil |
¾ | cup loosely packed basil leaves |
¾ | c up loosely packed Italian parsley leaves |
¾ | cup fat-free plain yogurt |
½ | cup light mayonnaise |
1½ | tablespoons balsamic vinegar |
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Toss the garlic with the oil and wrap loosely in aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until cloves have softened. Let cool 5 to 10 minutes.
Place the cooled garlic in the work bowl with the basil and parsley. Pulse 10 times; scrape the work bowl. Add the yogurt, mayonnaise and vinegar. Process until smooth and blended, about 30 seconds. Scrape the work bowl; process 15 additional seconds.
Transfer to an airtight container. Dressing keeps for one week in refrigerator.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
Calories 35 (65% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 1g • fat 3g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 5mg • sod. 60mg • calc. 34mg • fiber 0g
Asian Marinade
This marinade is equally good for pork, chicken or salmon.
Makes about 2 cups
¾ | ounce peeled fresh ginger, cut into ½-inch pieces |
2 | garlic cloves, peeled |
½ | cup soy sauce, reduced sodium |
1⁄3 | cup vegetable oil |
¼ | cup hoisin sauce |
¼ | cup Asian sesame oil |
¼ | cup rice wine vinegar |
½ | teaspoon cayenne pepper |
Put the ginger and garlic in the work bowl. Pulse 5 times. Scrape the sides and bottom of the work bowl. Add the remaining ingredients; chop until smooth, about 15 seconds.
Transfer to a container, cover and refrigerate if not using immediately. Marinate meat or seafood for approximately 2 hours before roasting or grilling.
Cooking Suggestion: Pour 2⁄3 of the marinade into a resealable plastic bag and add two 1-pound trimmed pork tenderloins. Coat the meat thoroughly with the marinade and refrigerate for 2 hours. Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and place on a rack; discard the marinade. Roast in a preheated 475°F oven for 20 to 22 minutes, turning after 10 minutes. Remove from oven. The temperature of the meat should be about 150°F; it will rise to 160°–165°F while resting. Let rest for 10 minutes; slice and serve with remaining reserved marinade drizzled over the meat.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
Calories 45 (84% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 0g • fat 5g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 170mg • calc. 2mg • fiber 0g
Peanut Butter
So quick and easy, you'll never buy it from the store again. For a change, substitute walnuts or pecans for the peanuts.
Makes 1/³ cup
1½ | cups roasted peanuts |
Pinch sea salt |
Put peanuts in work bowl; pulse 10 times. Scrape down work bowl. Process for 20 seconds; scrape down bowl and then process for an additional 30 to 40 seconds. To make a sweeter version, add 1 teaspoon of honey to the bowl during the final processing.
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):
Calories 100 (75% from fat) • carb. 3g • pro. 5g • fat 9g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 15mg • calc. 17mg • fiber 2g
Classic Caesar Salad
An old favorite made fresh at home.
Makes 4 to 6 servings
Croutons:
2 | cups crusty bread, cut into ½-inch cubes |
1 | tablespoon extra virgin olive oil |
1 | garlic clove, crushed |
1/4 | teaspoon kosher salt |
Salad and Dressing:
1 | head romaine lettuce |
2 | ounces Parmigiano Reggiano |
1 | small garlic clove |
3 to 4 | anchovy fillets |
2 | tablespoons egg substitute (may substitute 1 fresh, raw egg yolk; be sure you use the freshest eggs possible and from a trusted source – or use 2 tablespoons mayonnaise) |
1 | teaspoon Dijon-style mustard |
2 | teaspoons fresh lemon juice |
2 | teaspoons red wine vinegar |
1 | teaspoon Worcestershire sauce |
¼ | teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
1/3 | cup extra virgin olive oil |
Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings):
Calories 256 (68% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 7g • fat 20g sat. fat 4g • chol. 45mg • sod. 433mg • calc. 161mg • fiber 3g
Zucchini Spice Muffins
The shredding disc makes these muffins a breeze to make.
Makes 6 large muffins
Nonstick cooking spray | |
½ | cup toasted, walnuts |
1 | medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), trimmed and cut to fit the feed tube of the work bowl |
½ | cup packed light or dark brown sugar |
1 | large egg, lightly beaten |
¾ | cup unbleached, all-purpose flour |
¼ | teaspoon baking soda |
¼ | teaspoon baking powder |
1 | teaspoon ground cinnamon |
¼ | teaspoon ground cloves |
¼ | teaspoon ground nutmeg |
¼ | teaspoon ground ginger |
½ | teaspoon table salt |
1/3 | cup vegetable oil |
¾ | teaspoon pure vanilla extract |
Nutritional information per muffin:
Calories 318 (54% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 5g • fat 20g • sat. fat 2g • chol. 35mg • sod. 284mg • calc. 94mg • fiber 2g
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