03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 1:55 PM Page 1 INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET Limited Edition Metal™ Ultimate Food Prep Centre MP-14C For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 1:55 PM Page 2 Recommended work bowl capacity for various foods FOOD CAPACITY Chopped and Puréed Fruits and Vegetables 14 cups (3.5L) Chopped or Puréed Meat, Poultry, Fish or Seafood 2-1/4 pounds Bread Dough 3 pounds [6 cups (1.5L) flour, yielding two 1-1/2 pound loaves] Nuts for Nut Butters 3 cups (750ml) Sliced or Shredded Fruit, Cheese, or Vegetables 14 cups (3.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS This package contains a Cuisinart® Limited Edition Metal™ Ultimate Food Prep Centre, and the standard parts for it: PowerPrep® Metal Dough Blade, metal chopping blade, slicing disc, shredding disc, detachable stem for discs, whisk attachment, spatula, recipe and instruction books, and how-to video. CAUTION: THE CUTTING TOOLS HAVE VERY SHARP EDGES. To avoid injury when unpacking the parts, please follow these instructions: 1.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 1:55 PM Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS. . . . . . . . . 4 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 THE MACHINE INCLUDES. . . . . . . . . . 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . 6 THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . 7 TECHNIQUES FOR CHOPPING AND PUREEING WITH METAL BLADE. . . . . 8 Chop raw fruits and vegetables . . . . . 8 Puree fruits and cooked vegetables . . 8 Dislodge food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 Carefully Read All These Instructions Before Using This Appliance. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance. Getting Ready 1. Read all instructions. 2. Blades are very sharp. Handle them carefully. 3. Always unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, before removing food and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp plug and pull from electrical outlet. Never pull cord. 4. Do not use outdoors. 5.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 1:55 PM Page 6 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart® Limited Edition Metal™ Ultimate Food Prep Centre. This product is the ultimate food preparation tool, and it comes from the originator of the American food processor, Cuisinart. The Cuisinart® Limited Edition Metal™ Ultimate Food Prep Centre has all the elements of quality that Cuisinart is known for, including a powerful motor, the largest work bowl, and the longest warranty in the industry.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 THE MACHINE INCLUDES: 1. Cast metal housing base with a vertically projecting shaft and convenient push button control panel. 2. 14-cup work bowl. 3. Cover with extra large feed tube. 4. Pusher assembly that slides inside the feed tube. 5. Unique metal dough blade, designed specifically for our dough speed control. 6. Sharp metal chopping/mixing blade. 7. Serrated slicing disc. 8. Shredding disc. 9. Whisk attachment. 10. Detachable stem for discs (not shown). 11.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 Disc Operation 1. Plug in the housing base and place the work bowl on top, with the work bowl handle just to the left of centre. Turn the work bowl counter-clockwise to lock it onto the housing base. 2. Choose desired disc and place underside-up on tabletop. Pick up detachable disc stem and align it with the raised plastic crescent on the disc underside. The raised ‘lock’ indicator on the left corner of the stem should be to the left of the mounting plate on disc. 3.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 texture. Onions and other food with a high water content will quickly end up as a purée unless examined through the work bowl after each pulse to make sure they are not overprocessed. Try chopping other food like meat for hamburger or sausage. Then make mayonnaise, pastry or bread, as described in the following sections. To obtain consistent results: Be sure all the pieces you add to the bowl are about the same size.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 cupful this way, add the remaining food to the bowl and process in the usual manner. To chop hard foods: To chop hard food like garlic and hard cheese, assemble the unit, remove the small pusher, press the ON button and drop the food through the small feed tube while the machine is running. Small foods like garlic can be dropped in whole. Large foods like hard cheese should be cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces. This method of processing minces garlic, shallots and onions.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 The longer you process, the softer the butter. For chunk style, add a handful of nuts just after the ball of nut butter begins to smooth out. To make cashew butter, add a little bland vegetable oil. Processor nut butters contain no preservatives. Store in refrigerator to keep from separating. To make flavoured butters, spreads and dips: Cut room temperature butter into tablespoon size pieces. Finely chop flavouring ingredients first, such as anchovies, cheese, herbs, etc.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 or it will be overworked and tough. Form into a round disc, one inch thick, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour before using, or double wrap and freeze for later use. Thaw before using. To make quick breads and cakes that use baking powder and/or soda: The most important rule for success is not to over mix after adding the flour. The ingredients for these soft doughs should be cold.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 The optional 2mm and 1mm slicing discs are excellent for slicing cabbage for coleslaw. If the fruit or vegetable doesn’t fit, try inserting it from the bottom of the feed tube, where the opening is slightly larger. Pack the feed tube for desired results: For long slices or shreds, cut the food in feed tube widths and pack the pieces horizontally.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 French-cut green beans: Trim fresh green beans to feed tube widths. Blanching not necessary. Stack in the feed tube horizontally to about one inch from the top. Use the slicing disc, apply light pressure to the pusher and press the PULSE button until beans are sliced. To make long, horizontal slices of raw zucchini or carrots, use the same procedure. Matchsticks or julienne strips: Process the food twice – ‘double slice’ it.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 when properly kneaded. It always cleans the inside of the work bowl completely when properly kneaded. Typical sweet dough contains a higher proportion of sugar, butter and/or eggs than typical bread dough. It is rich and sticky and it does not clean the inside of the work bowl. It requires less kneading after the ingredients are mixed. Although 30 seconds is usually sufficient, 60 to 90 seconds gives better results if the machine does not slow down.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 Proofing the yeast: The expiration date is marked on the packages. To be sure your yeast is active, dissolve it in a small amount of warm liquid (about 1/3 cup [75 ml] for one package of dry yeast). The temperature of liquid used to dissolve and activate yeast must be between 105 and 120°F(40°C and 48°C). Yeast cells are not activated at temperatures lower than this and they die when exposed to temperatures higher than 130°F (54°C).
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 free-form loaves, let them rise on an oiled baking sheet until at least doubled in bulk. Making consecutive batches: You can make several batches of bread dough in a row. The motor in the Limited Edition Metal™ Ultimate Food Prep Centre is extremely efficient. TYPICAL BREAD DOUGH: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS IF DOUGH BLADE DOESN’T INCORPORATE INGREDIENTS Always start processor before adding liquid. Add liquid in slow, steady stream, only as fast as dry ingredients absorb it.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 1:55 PM Page 18 Do not use warmer water, or overheat dough with excessive kneading as it may kill the yeast cells. All other liquid should be cold. before being added to work bowl. Don’t knead so long that dough becomes overheated. The ideal temperature for kneaded dough is 80°F (26°C); it should never exceed 100°F (37°C). Blade may not have been pushed down as far as possible before processing started. Machine may be overloaded.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 Ultimate Food Prep Centre, with the work bowl in place, hold the adapter with the fixed ring at the bottom. Be sure the ring is loose and not over the sheath. Line up the shape of the inner sheath with the shape of the motor shaft. Gently push down the adapter as far as it will go. The narrow top of the adapter will rest firmly on the centre tube of the work bowl. The bottom of the adapter should sit about an inch above the bottom of the shaft.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 This will prevent egg yolks from getting into the saved egg white. 4. For good results, all tools must be absolutely clean, dry and free from any trace of grease or oil. 5. Add a pinch of salt or cream of tartar through the small feed tube when the eggs begin to foam. 6. If the recipe calls for sugar, add it gradually, about 2 tablespoons (30ml) at a time. This too can be added through the small feed tube as the egg whites begin to form soft peaks.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 wherever you place sharp blades and discs. To simplify cleaning, rinse the work bowl, cover, pusher assembly and blade or disc immediately after use so food won’t dry on them. Openings at the bottom of the large pusher provide drainage and make cleaning easy. If food lodges in the pusher, remove it by running water through it, or use a bottle brush. If you wash blades and discs by hand, do it carefully. Avoid leaving them in soapy water where they may disappear from sight.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 TECHNICAL DATA The motor in your food processor operates on standard line operating current. The appropriate voltage and frequency for your machine are shown on a label under the base. An automatic, temperaturecontrolled circuit breaker in the motor ensures complete protection against motor burnout. If the processor runs for an exceptionally long time when chopping, mixing or kneading a thick or heavy mixture in successive batches, the motor may overheat.
03CC18070 MP-14C IB 6/17/03 1:55 PM Page 23 Warning: Our Limited Edition Metal™ Ultimate Food Prep Centre, and other Cuisinart® Food Processors and Accessories have been carefully designed and manufactured with the highest quality materials to assure your satisfaction and safety when you use them. Although accessories sold by companies other than Cuisinart may be compatible with your Cuisinart machine, they may also be extremely dangerous, and expose the user to serious injury.
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