INSTRUCTION & RECIPE BOOKLET 4-Cup Mini-Prep® Plus Processor DLC-4ACHW DLC-4CHB For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS This package contains a Cuisinart® 4-Cup Mini-Prep® Plus Processor and the standard parts for it: SmartPower Blade® metal chopping/grinding blade, spatula, and instruction/recipe booklet. CONTENTS Important Safeguards................................. 1 Introduction................................................ 2 Assembly Instructions................................ 2 Tips For Processing.................................... 3 Processing Food.................................
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. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1.
TIPS FOR PROCESSING FOOD Preparing the Food Size Always cut large pieces of food into smaller pieces of even size – about 1⁄2 inch (12mm) to a side or as specified under Operating Techniques on page 4. If you don't start with pieces that are small and uniform, you will not get an even chop. Quantity Do not overload the work bowl. Overloading causes inconsistent results and it strains the motor. Use the quantities given in the recipe section as a guide.
TO REMOVE PREP BOWL TROUBLESHOOTING 1. Turn the work bowl cover clockwise and remove. Motor doesn't start or blade doesn't rotate. 2. Turn the work bowl clockwise to unlock and lift off of the base. • Check that work bowl and cover are securely locked into place. 3. Carefully remove the blade by lifting it up from the hub. • Check that plug is securely inserted into outlet. • Be sure to press only one operation control button at a time. Food is unevenly chopped.
Food Operation/Technique Comments/Notes Anchovies Chop. Pulse to desired consistency. Drain first. Cut in half. Bacon Chop. Pulse to desired consistency. Cook crispy; drain well. Break into 1-inch pieces. Baking chocolate/ Chop. Pulse on Chop to break up, then process chocolate chunks/chips continuously until desired chop size is achieved. Process no more than 11⁄2 ounces at a time. For best results, chill chocolate for 3–5 minutes in freezer before chopping.
Food Operation/Technique Comments/Notes Gingerroot, fresh Chop. Pulse to break up, then process continuously on Chop to reach desired consistency. Peel first; cut into 1⁄2-inch pieces or slices. Scrape work bowl sides and bottom as needed. Up to 4 ounces. Green onions, scallions Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Trim and cut into 3⁄4-inch pieces. Herbs, fresh Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Rinse and dry completely. Remove leaves from stems to chop. Horseradish Chop.
RecipeS Guacamole This popular Mexican specialty is delicious with chips and vegetable crudités, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
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. 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.
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 wine vinegar 3 tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ½ cup extra virgin olive oil ½ cup vegetable oil or light flavored olive oil Place garlic in work bowl; pulse on Chop 5 times. Scrape the work bowl.
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 ¾ cup 1½ cups toasted peanuts pinch sea salt Place peanuts in work bowl; pulse 10 times on Chop. Scrape down work bowl. Process on Grind 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.
CUISINART® MINI-PREP® PLUS PROCESSOR Limited 18-MONTH warranty This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® 4-Cup Mini-Prep® Plus Processor that was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.
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