Mini Processor DLC1SSRU
Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart Mini Processor. For over 30 years Cuisinart’s aim has been to produce the very finest kitchen equipment so that cooks at home as well as professional chefs have the tools to express their creativity. All Cuisinart products are engineered for exceptionally long life, and designed to be easy to use as well as to give excellent performance day after day. That is why they have come to be regarded as the defining machines in their field by chefs across the world.
Contents Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Instructions For Use A. Fitting & removing the parts B. The dual blade . . . . . . . C. Control switches . . . . . . D. Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Description Lid Column with Interlock Slot Work Bowl Blade Curved sharp blade Flat blunt blade Housing Base Control Switches Cord Wrap (not shown) 5
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a safe place for future reference. Safety Cautions Always follow these safety cautions when using this appliance to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be used only as described within this instruction book. Do not immerse the housing base in water or in any other liquid or put into a dishwasher.
For indoor use only, do not use outdoors. Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains socket. Always ensure that the voltage to be used corresponds with the voltage on the appliance, which is indicated on the bottom of the housing base. This appliance complies with the basic requirements of Directives 04/108/EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 06/95/EEC (Safety of domestic electrical appliances), amended by Directive 93/68/EEC (CE Marking).
Instructions for Use A. Fitting & removing the parts Place the housing base on a flat, dry, stable surface. Locate the Cuisinart logo on the bottom of the work bowl. Place the work bowl over the motor shaft with the logo facing the front and to the left of the centre. Rotate the work bowl in an anticlockwise direction until it locks into position on the housing base. Carefully lift the blade assembly, holding the central plastic stem and place over the motor shaft.
B. The Dual Blade This appliance processes using a dual blade with a sharp, curved edge for chopping/mixing and a flat, blunt edge for grinding.
C. Control Switches To start operation, simply press one of the two speed switches and hold down for the desired length of time. Use the ‘CHOP’ speed switch for chopping, puréeing and mixing food with the sharp edge of the blade. Use the ‘GRIND’ speed switch for grinding and for chopping hard food with the blunt edge of the blade. A ‘Pulse’ action is best when you are using the sharp edge of the blade. Two or three pulses are often enough.Be sure to check the food frequently to prevent over-processing.
D. Processing Fit the work bowl and blade (refer to sections A, B & C). Ensure you use the correct action (chop or grind) that is appropriate for the food to be processed (refer to ‘Processing Techniques’ for further details). Place food in the work bowl. Ensure food is cut into small pieces and the work bowl is not overloaded. Lock the lid into position. Press the appropriate control switch, i.e.
Processing Techniques The following section includes useful hints and tips on how to use the Mini Processor to achieve a number of processing results. We recommend that you practice using these techniques before processing food to eat. See ‘Operating Techniques’ table for the recommended food quantities for processing different types of food.
For best results: Always cut large pieces of food into smaller pieces of even size of approximately 1.5cm, to achieve even results. Use the sharp edge for chopping, puréeing and mixing. It is ideal for chopping soft fragile food such as herbs, celery, onions, garlic and most cheese. It is also useful for puréeing cooked vegetables, making mayonnaise and mixing salad dressing.
A. Chopping fresh herbs: The herbs, work bowl and blade must all be thoroughly cleaned and dried. Remove the stems from herbs. Add the leaves to work bowl and process, using the ‘CHOP’ switch and a ‘pulse’ action until they are chopped to the desired consistency. B. Chopping meat, poultry, fish and shellfish: The food should be very cold but not frozen. Cut into 1.5cm pieces and place in work bowl. Use the ‘CHOP’ switch and a ‘pulse’ action until the food is evenly chopped.
F. Adding liquid: You can add liquids such as water, oil or flavouring while the appliance is running. Pour the liquid through one of the two openings in the lid. WARNING! Add liquid through only one opening at a time. The other opening must be left free for air to circulate.
Trouble Shooting Motor doesn’t start or blade doesn’t rotate. Check that plug is securely inserted into the mains. Check that work bowl and lid are securely locked into place. Ensure only one control switch is being pressed at a time. Food is unevenly chopped. Either you are chopping too much food at one time, or the pieces are too large. Try cutting food into smaller pieces of an even size and processing a smaller amount per batch. Food is chopped too fine or is watery. The food has been over-processed.
Cleaning & Maintenance When not in use, leave the appliance unplugged. All parts except the housing base are dishwasher safe. We recommend washing them in the dishwasher on the top rack. Due to intense water heat, washing the work bowl, lid and accessories on the bottom rack may cause damage over time. Insert the work bowl upside down. If you wash the blade by hand, wash with extreme care, the blade is very sharp. Do not leave it in soapy water where it may disappear from sight.
Guarantee This Cuisinart appliance is guaranteed for domestic consumer use for 5 years. The guarantee covers defects under normal use from date of purchase and ceases to be valid in the event of alteration or repair by unauthorized persons. If the appliance does not perform satisfactorily due to defects of material or manufacture, it will be repaired or replaced by the manufacturer (see “UK after sales service” section).
UK Wiring Instructions Your Cuisinart Mini Processor includes a BS 13 amp moulded (fused) mains plug on the supply cord.
UK After Sales Service For further advice on using your Cuisinart Mini Processor and other products in the Cuisinart range, contact the Cuisinart Customer Care Line on 0870 240 6902 (09:00 to 17:00 hrs Monday to Friday) or, alternatively, email your enquiry to support@cuisinart.co.uk.
Recipes Sauces and dressings Classic mayonnaise . . . Aioli . . . . . . . . . . . Béarnaise sauce . . . . . Pesto . . . . . . . . . . Vinaigrette. . . . . . . . Crème Chantilly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Classic Mayonnaise Serves 4 1 medium egg yolk 1 tsp mustard Salt and pepper to taste 300 ml sunflower oil Place the egg yolk and mustard into the work bowl, season well with salt and pepper and process continuously using the ‘CHOP’ switch until combined. While pulsing, gradually add the oil, through 1 hole of the lid, leaving the other hole free for air to circulate. Process until the sauce emulsifies. If the mayonnaise is too thick, add tsp vinegar to thin slightly.
Aioli Serves 4 25g potatoes, peeled and cut into 1cm cubes 1 egg yolk Pinch chilli powder 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed Pinch salt 300 ml olive oil Add the potatoes to a pan of boiling water, cook until tender, drain and leave to cool. Place the potato, egg yolks, chilli, garlic and salt into the work bowl and purée using the ‘CHOP’ switch and a pulse action. While pulsing, gradually add the oil, through 1 hole of the lid, leaving the other hole free for air to circulate.
Béarnaise sauce Serves 4 1 shallot, peeled and quartered tbsp pepper corns 1 tbsp vinegar Pinch salt 1 large egg yolk 75g butter, melted Place the shallot and pepper corns in the work bowl and process using the ‘GRIND’ switch until the pepper is ground. Place the mixture into a saucepan along with the vinegar and salt and simmer until reduced by half. Place the egg yolk and hot pepper corn mixture into the work bowl and mix using the ‘CHOP’ switch and a pulse action.
Pesto Serves 6 1 clove garlic, peeled 1 tbsp pinenuts 50g basil leaves 15g goat’s cheese 1 tsp nut oil 50g parmesan 60ml olive oil Salt and pepper Add the garlic, pinenuts and basil into the work bowl and process using the ‘CHOP’ switch until finely chopped. Add the goat’s cheese, half the nut oil and process until mixed. Add the parmesan and mix using a pulse action until combined. Add the olive oil, season to taste and process until mixed.
Vinaigrette Serves 6 1 tsp mustard 2 tsp white wine vinegar 300 ml sunflower oil 10g parsley Salt and pepper Place the mustard, vinegar and seasoning into the work bowl. Lock lid into place. Gradually add the oil though 1 hole of the lid, leaving the other hole free for air to circulate, whilst processing continuously with the ‘CHOP’ switch’. Once combined add the parsley and process until mixed using a pulse action, until parsley is chopped as desired.
Crème Chantilly Serves 4 300ml single cream 80g granulated sugar 1 tbsp vanilla extract Place the cream in the work bowl and process using the ‘CHOP’ switch for 1 minute. Add the sugar and vanilla extract and process for a few seconds until mixed.
Hummus Serves 4 75g chick peas 5g flat leaf parsley tsp lemon zest 1 clove garlic, peeled Juice of 1 lemon tsp ground cumin 1 tbsp olive oil Place the chick peas, parsley, lemon zest, garlic, lemon juice and the ground cumin into the work bowl and process using the ‘GRIND’ switch until combined. Once combined, process the mixture using the ‘CHOP’ switch, whilst adding the olive oil through the hole in the lid until well mixed and thickened. Serve with pitta bread or as a dip for crudités.
Guacamole Serves 4 1 avocado, peeled, stones removed, cut into 1.5cm pieces Juice of lemon 25g fresh coriander 25g onion, peeled and cut to 1.5cm cubes green chilli, cored, deseeded and cut to 1.5cm pieces 1 tsp olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Add all the ingredients to the work bowl and process using the ‘CHOP’ switch and a pulse action until combined and then a continuous action until as smooth as desired. Serve chilled as a dip with Nachos or crudités.
Cinnamon and pear compote 75g brown sugar 1 stick cinnamon, broken into 1.5cm pieces 25g butter 2 pears, peeled and cut into 1.5cm cubes Place the sugar and cinnamon into the work bowl. Process using the ‘GRIND’ switch and a pulse action until broken, and then use a continuous action, until powdered. Remove the powder, sieve and keep to one side. Melt the butter in a saucepan, add the powdered cinnamon mix and pear and simmer for 10 minutes. Return to the work bowl and process until pureed.
Mojito Serves 4 80ml Rum 8 ice cubes 8 leaves fresh mint 8 brown sugarcubes 120ml Perrier water Juice 2 limes Place the ice in the work bowl and process using the ‘CHOP’ switch for a fewßseconds to break up the ice. Add the lime juice and mint leaves and process until combined. Add the sugar and rum, and mix for a few seconds. Finally, add the perrier water by gradually pouring through one hole of the lid. Pulse to combine.
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