Cuisinart Food Processor CBT 500FP User Manual

INSTRUCTION AND  
RECIPE BOOKLET  
SMARTPOWER PREMIER DUET600-WATT BLENDER/FOOD PROCESSOR  
CBT-500FP  
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.  
 
INTRODUCTION  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY  
Youll be amazed at what this combination blender/food processor  
can do! The SmartPower PremierDuetis our most powerful  
blender and a full-featured 3-cup Cuisinart® Food Processor in  
one! It lets you effortlessly blend smoothies, mix batter, crush ice,  
purée soup, chop nuts, slice potatoes, or shred cheeseall with  
easy push-button controls. Get ready to have more fun and get  
more creative in your own kitchen, with Cuisinart!  
NOTICE  
This appliance is of the grounded type; the extension cord should  
be a grounded type 3-wire cord. If the plug does not fit, contact a  
qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS  
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2  
Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3  
Blender Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4  
Blender Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4  
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4  
Helpful Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5  
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5  
Quick Reference Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5  
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7  
Dos and Donts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7  
Food Processor Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8  
Food Processor Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9  
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9  
Operating Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9  
Chopping, Puréeing and Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10  
Slicing and Shredding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11  
Quick Reference Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11, 13  
Recipe Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12  
Cleaning and Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14  
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14  
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15  
1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® SmartPower  
Premier Duet600-Watt Blender/Food processor on a flat, sturdy  
surface before unpacking.  
2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top  
of corrugated insert.  
3. Next, remove the top corrugated insert. It contains the adapter  
stem, and the slicing/shredding disc. Carefully remove  
slicing/shredding disc, as it is very sharp, then remove lid and  
adapter stem.  
4. Remove the top corrugated insert containing the blender jar  
assembly. Be careful not to tip the jar when removing.  
5. Remove the middle corrugated insert containing the fill cap.  
6. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside.  
7. Remove food processor accessory and any additional literature  
from the box.  
To assemble the blender, follow the Assembly instructions on  
page 4 of this instruction booklet. Replace all corrugated inserts  
in the box and save the box for repackaging. See the Features  
and Benefits section on page 4 for a listing of all blender parts.  
Before using for the first time: Wash all parts according to the  
Cleaning and Maintenance section on page 7 of this booklet to  
remove any dust or residue.  
 
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blend ingredients only as much as needed.  
BLENDER FEATURES AND BENEFITS  
c. Ice Crush Button  
2.  
Press to begin crushing. This button is preset to the best  
speed for crushing ice.  
1. Cover  
1.  
Just press on. Tightfitting  
seal resists leakage.  
9. Heavy-duty Motor Base  
Is so sturdy and stable, it will not walkon your counter –  
even during ice crushing! Used for both the blender jar and the  
the food processor bowl.  
2. Measured Pour Lid  
Allows you to measure  
and add ingredients with-  
out removing the cover.  
3.  
10. Slip-proof Feet  
Prevent movement during use and prevent damaging marks  
on countertops or tables.  
3. 50-oz. Glass Jar  
Has a unique, sturdy,  
wide-mouth design.  
11. Cord Storage (not shown)  
Keeps countertop safe and neat by conveniently storing  
excess cord.  
5.  
6.  
4. Leak-proof Rubber  
Gasket (not shown)  
Holds the glass jar snugly  
in position for safe  
operation.  
BLENDER  
7.  
GETTING STARTED STEP BY STEP  
5. High-quality Cutting  
Assembly with Patented  
Stainless Steel Blades  
Is strong enough for all  
blender tasks, including  
tough jobs, from ice  
8b.  
8a.  
8c.  
8.  
ASSEMBLY  
To use your Cuisinart® SmartPower  
Premier Duet600-Watt  
Blender/Food Processor begin by  
assembling the blender jar.  
(d)  
9.  
(c)  
crushing to chopping  
delicate herbs.  
10.  
1. Turn the blender jar (a) upside  
down, and place it flat on a  
sturdy surface.  
Note: Blades are sharp...  
handle carefully.  
(b)  
(a)  
2. Position the rubber gasket (b) on  
the round opening on the bottom  
of the blender jar.  
6. Locking Ring  
Is self-aligning so that the glass blender jar slides easily  
into position.  
7. Count-UpTimer  
3. Turn the cutting assembly (c)  
upside down, and place the blade  
end in the blender jar opening.  
Five-minute timer times your recipes for perfect results.  
8. Push-button Controls  
Note: Blades are sharphandle carefully.  
a. High and Low Buttons  
4. Secure the rubber gasket and cutting assembly in position  
by placing the smaller opening of the locking ring (d) on top of  
the cutting assembly. Engage threads by twisting the locking  
ring clockwise until tightened. Make sure locking ring is tightly  
fastened to blender jar. Once assembled, turn the blender jar  
right-side up.  
Choose High or Low speed to blend the ingredients to the  
desired consistency. Red LED lights will indicate which  
speed you are using.  
b. Pulse Button  
Allows you to pulse at High or Low speeds, so you can  
 
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5. Push the cover onto the top of the blender jar. Push the  
measured pour lid into the cover.  
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE – BLENDER  
To Activate Blender  
Press On - The blender is in ON mode.  
Press desired speed button.  
6. Place the blender jar on the motor base so that the jar mark-  
ings are facing you and the handle is positioned to one side.  
To Begin Blending  
To Change Speeds  
To Pulse  
Press desired speed button.  
7. Plug in power cord. Your blender is now ready to be used.  
In On mode press Pulse, then press and release desired  
speed button as needed.  
HELPFUL REMINDERS  
To Crush Ice  
In On mode, press and release Ice Crush button  
as needed.  
Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added  
during blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding  
ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid.  
To Stop Blending  
(and Deactivate Blender)  
Press Off button.  
To Stop Blending  
Press High or Low button.  
(in High or Low Speeds  
and Pause Timer)  
Cover should always be in place while the unit is on.  
Warning: Do not place blender jar onto base while motor  
To Stop Blending  
Release button.  
is running.  
(in Pulse or Ice Crush Mode)  
Do not twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender  
jar from base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.  
SPEED SELECTION GUIDE  
Boiling liquid or solid frozen foods (with the exception of ice cubes  
Refer to this guide to choose the best blender speed for your desired result.  
or 1⁄  
inch [1.3 cm] pieces of frozen fruit) should never be placed in  
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the blender jar.  
Ingredient/Recipe  
Speed  
Result  
Do not place ice, frozen foods or very cold liquids into a blender  
jar which has come directly from a hot dishwasher.  
Reconstituting frozen  
juice concentrate  
Low  
Smooth and full-bodied  
Mayonnaise  
Low  
Thick and creamy  
Do not place very hot liquids or foods into a blender jar which has  
come directly from the freezer. Boiling liquids should cool for  
5 minutes before being placed in blender jar.  
Salad dressings  
Low or High  
Completely blended  
and emulsified  
Nuts (shelled,1/2 cup  
or less at a time)  
Low  
Pulse to chop  
Coarse to fine  
Follow Cleaning and Maintenance instructions on page 7, prior to  
your first use.  
Heavy or whipping cream  
Low - pulse  
Thick creamy topping  
Bread, cookies or crackers  
(add 1/2" pieces, 1 cup or  
less at a time)  
Low - pulse,  
then blend  
Coarse to fine as desired  
OPERATION  
1. Place the motor base of your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier  
Duet600-Watt Blender/Food Processor onto a flat, sturdy  
surface. It is important that the surface be clean and dry.  
Assemble the blender by following the assembly instructions.  
Once the jar is assembled and is in position on the motor base,  
plug the Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier Duet600-Watt  
Blender/Food Processor into an electrical outlet.  
Grating/chopping citrus  
zest (add 1-2 tsp. sugar  
or salt from recipe)  
Low - pulse/blend  
Uniformly fine  
Smoothies, shakes,  
health drinks  
High  
High  
Smooth, creamy and thick  
Smooth and creamy  
Baby food/fruit and  
vegetable purée  
Frozen cocktails  
Hard cheeses  
Spices  
High  
Thick and slushy  
Coarse to fine  
Coarse to fine  
Low-pulse, then blend  
2. Add all necessary ingredients to the blender jar, and replace  
the cover. You may add more ingredients by lifting the meas-  
ured pour lid and dropping ingredients through the fill area.  
Replace the measured pour lid after adding ingredients. Do not  
place hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.  
Low or high pulse,  
then blend  
Ice  
Ice Crush,  
pulse or continuous  
Coarse crush to snowy  
 
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Note: Add liquid ingredients first, then follow with solid  
ingredients. This will provide more consistent blending  
and prevent unnecessary stress on the motor.  
WARNING: FLASHING LIGHT INDICATES READY TO OPERATE.  
DO NOT TOUCH BLADES  
Note: The Count-Uptimer will begin counting when the desired  
speed button is pushed. The timer will continue to count if  
you change speeds.  
Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover upward.  
Lifting measured pour lid will not remove cover.  
3. TIMING YOUR RECIPES: The SmartPower Premier Duet™  
600-Watt Blender/Food Processor features a 5-minute  
Count-UpTimer, so that you can time your recipes and  
guarantee perfect results. The timer begins counting from 0 as  
soon as you push your desired speed: High, Low, Pulse or Ice  
Crush. The timer will continue to count up even if you change  
speeds during blending. You can pause the timer by pausing  
the blending process. Do this by pushing the button correspon-  
ding to the speed at which you are currently blending. For  
example: If you are blending in Low speed and you push the  
Low speed button, the blender will stop blending and the timer  
will stop counting, but the unit will remain on. To continue  
blending and timing your recipe, push one of the speed  
buttons. The timer will also stop counting when it reaches  
5:00 minutes. The timer will reset itself only when the Off  
button is pushed.  
6. TO PAUSE OR STOP BLENDING PROCESS:  
a. To Pause Blending Process:  
Push the button corresponding to the speed at which you  
are currently blending. For example: If you are blending on  
High speed, push the High speed button and the blender will  
stop blending, but the unit will remain on.  
Note: By pausing the blending process, you will also pause the  
timer. The timer will pause until you start blending again.  
b. To Stop Blending Process:  
Push the Off button when you are finished with your recipe  
and would like to turn the blender off.  
Note: When you push the Off button, the timer will stop count-  
ing and the LED display will reset to 0:00. When the  
blender is turned back on and a speed button is pushed,  
the timer will begin to count from 0:00.  
4. START BLENDING: Press the On button. The red LED  
indicator light will illuminate, indicating that the blender is  
turned on but no speed has been selected.  
7. PULSE MODE: The pulse mode allows you to create a burst  
of power for quick, efficient blending. To use the pulse function,  
push the On button and the red LED indicator light will  
illuminate. Push the Pulse button, and the pulse LED  
indicator light will blink. Push and release the desired speed  
button. Repeat as desired. You determine the duration of each  
pulse. While pulsing, the LED indicator light will glow. The  
pulse function can be used to break apart larger pieces of food  
or to control the texture of food when chopping. The pulse  
function is also effective in starting the blending process when  
you do not want continuous power, or when processing items  
that do not require an extended amount of blending.  
Note: The timer will count when you push or hold down the  
Pulse button. The timer will pause when you release the  
Pulse button.  
5. CHOOSE BLENDING SPEED: Press High or Low button to  
determine the speed at which you would like to blend the  
ingredients. Both the On indicator light and the activated speed  
indicator light will glow. The blender will now be functioning at  
the desired speed. It is possible to switch speeds without press-  
ing the Off button, by simply pushing the other speed button.  
8. TO CRUSH ICE: The SmartPower Premier Duet600-Watt  
Blender/Food Processor motor is strong enough to crush ice  
without liquid at any speed; however for your convenience, we  
have preset the best speed for ice crushing. To give you  
greater control, the ice crush function automatically operates as  
 
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a pulse function. To crush ice, place ice cubes in the blender  
jar. Press the On button. The On indicator light will illuminate.  
Press the Ice Crush button in short pulses until ice is crushed  
to desired consistency. See Recipe Tips section on page 12 for  
more details.  
of dishwasher. The blender jar must be washed in warm, soapy  
water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar can also be  
placed upside down in dishwasher.  
Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any  
residue, and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in  
water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher.  
Note: The timer will count when you push or hold down the Ice  
Crush button. The timer will pause when you release the  
Ice Crush button.  
Tip: You may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as  
follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into  
assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water.  
Run on LOW for 15 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap  
water. Empty blender jar and carefully disassemble parts.  
Wash cutting assembly, gasket and locking ring in warm,  
soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly.  
9. TO DISLODGE FOOD: Use a rubber or plastic spatula to help  
remove food lodged around the cutting assembly. DO NOT  
USE SPATULA UNTIL YOU HAVE TURNED THE BLENDER  
OFF. Replace the cover and measured pour lid and continue  
blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the  
blender jar before blending.  
DOS AND DONTS WHEN USING THE BLENDER  
10. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the Off button and  
unplug the blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the  
blender jar from the motor base until the blender is off. Do not  
twist locking ring from blender jar when removing jar from  
motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base. Do not  
place hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.  
DO  
Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that  
stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.  
Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.  
Always add liquid ingredients to the blender jar first, then  
add remaining ingredients. This will ensure that ingredients  
are uniformly mixed.  
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE  
Always unplug your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier Duet™  
600-Watt Blender/Food Processor from the electrical outlet before  
cleaning. The blender is made of corrosion-resistant parts which are  
easy to clean. Before first use and after every use, clean each part  
thoroughly. Periodically check all parts before reassembly. If any  
part is damaged or blender jar is chipped or cracked, DO NOT  
USE BLENDER.  
Cut most foods into cubes approximately 1⁄  
2
inch (1.3 cm) to  
1 inch (2.5 cm) to achieve a more uniform result. Cut all cheeses  
into pieces no larger than 1⁄  
inch (1.3 cm).  
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Use the measured pour lid to measure liquid ingredients such  
as juice or alcohol. Replace measured pour lid after ingredients  
have been added.  
Use a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender  
is turned off. Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to  
the blender jar or cutting assembly.  
Remove the blender jar from the motor base by lifting straight up  
and away. Twist off the locking ring by turning counterclockwise.  
Place cover on firmly. Always operate the blender with the  
cover on.  
Remove the cutting assembly and rubber gasket. Wash in warm  
soapy water, rinse, and dry thoroughly.  
Make sure locking ring is tightly attached to blender jar.  
Always remove locking ring, cutting assembly, and rubber gasket  
before cleaning.  
When scraping the blender jar with a spatula, remove the food  
from the sides of the blender jar and place food in the center of  
the blender jar, over the cutting assembly.  
Place the locking ring in the upper rack of the dishwasher or wash  
in warm water.  
CAUTION: Handle the cutting assembly carefully. It is SHARP and  
may cause injury. Do not attempt to remove blades from  
cutting assembly.  
Remove the blender jar cover and the measured pour lid. Wash in  
warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, or place in upper rack  
 
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When chopping fresh herbs, garlic, onion, zest, bread crumbs,  
nuts, spices, etc, make sure the blender jar and cutting assembly  
are completely dry.  
FOOD PROCESSOR FEATURES  
If food tends to stick to the sides of the blender jar when blending,  
pulse in short bursts.  
Pulses should be short bursts. Space the pulses so the blades  
1. Food pusher with  
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oil dispenser  
stop rotating between pulses.  
2. Work bowl cover with feed  
DONT  
tube  
2
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Dont store food or liquids in your blender jar.  
Dont place cutting assembly and locking ring onto motor base  
without the blender jar attached.  
Do not attempt to mash potatoes, knead heavy dough,  
3. Stainless steel  
chopping blade  
or beat egg whites. These can be done in the food processor.  
Dont remove blender jar while unit is on. Keep the blender jar  
cover on the blender jar while blending.  
Don't twist locking ring from blender jar when removing blender  
jar from motor base. Simply lift blender jar from motor base.  
Dont overprocess foods. Blender will achieve most desired results  
in seconds, not minutes.  
Dont overload blender. If the motor stalls, turn the blender off  
immediately, unplug the unit, and remove a portion of the food,  
then continue.  
4. Stainless steel reversible  
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5
slicing/shredding disc  
5. Adapter stem  
6. Clear work bowl  
7. Gearbox collar  
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Dont use any utensil inside the blender jar while the motor is on.  
Dont use any container or accessories not recommended by  
Cuisinart. Doing so may result in injury.  
Dont place hands inside the blender jar when blender is  
plugged in.  
Dont add boiling liquids or frozen foods (except ice cubes or 1/2  
inch pieces of frozen fruit) to glass blender jar. Boiling liquids  
should cool for 5 minutes before being placed in blender jar.  
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8. Motor base  
Used for both the blender jar  
and the food processor bowl  
 
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The reversible slicing/shredding disc can slice and shred a variety  
of fruits and vegetables, meats and cheeses. See Quick Reference  
guide for Preparing Foods for Slicing and Shredding, page 13.  
FOOD PROCESSOR  
GETTING STARTED STEP BY STEP  
FOOD PROCESSOR ASSEMBLY  
SLICING AND SHREDDING  
Please note that the bowl with collar will fit on the base in eight  
different positions. The handle can be in front or on either side  
and the feed tube in front, back, or on either side. Directions for  
use reference a certain position for instructional purposes only.  
1. Hold collar in one hand and bowl handle in the other. Twist bowl  
clockwise onto collar.  
FOOD PROCESSOR ASSEMBLY  
2. Place collar with bowl onto motor base with handle facing front.  
CHOPPING, PURÉEING AND MIXING  
3. Place adapter stem onto the center shaft. To slice: Attach disc to  
stem with the raised edge of slicer on top. To shred: Attach disc  
to stem with the raised shredding slots on top. Place the  
slicing/shredding disc onto shaft with the desired cutting blade  
facing up. Be sure to handle the metal blade with care, as it is  
razor sharp.  
1. Hold gearbox collar in one hand and work bowl handle in the  
other. Twist bowl clockwise onto collar.  
2. Place collar with bowl onto motor base with handle facing front.  
3. Place chopping blade over shaft in work bowl. Chopping blade  
should slide easily to the bottom of the bowl. Lower blade will  
almost touch bottom of bowl.  
4. Place cover on work bowl, with feed tube at about 11 oclock.  
Turn cover clockwise until it fits into position. Insert food in feed  
tube.  
BE SURE TO HANDLE THE METAL BLADE WITH CARE AS  
IT IS RAZOR SHARP!  
5. Hold pusher with more rounded side toward the outside of  
the bowl and insert it in feed tube over food. Always use  
pusher to guide food through feed tube. Never use your  
fingers or spatula.  
6. Plug your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier Duet600-Watt  
Blender/Food Processor into a household electrical outlet.  
4. Place food to be processed in work bowl. Put cover on work  
bowl, with feed tube at about 11 oclock. Turn the cover clockwise  
until it fits into position. Cover lock must click into locked position  
prior to use. If you have trouble fitting the cover on the work bowl,  
turn chopping blade hub slightly and replace cover.  
5. The food pusher fits in feed tube with more rounded side toward  
the outside of the bowl. ALWAYS USE PUSHER TO GUIDE  
FOOD THROUGH FEED TUBE. NEVER USE YOUR FINGERS  
OR SPATULA.  
7. To remove cover, unlock it by turning it counterclockwise,  
then lift it straight up.  
OPERATING CONTROLS  
6. Plug your SmartPower Premier Duet600-Watt Blender/Food  
Processor into a wall outlet. Push the On button and then the  
High button to start chopping or puréeing. It is recommended that  
one hand be placed on the food processor lid while in use,  
to provide unit stability. If the machine doesnt start, make sure it  
is plugged in and the work bowl and cover are locked into place.  
The food processor will not start until the collar, work bowl and  
work bowl lid are locked into place. Nevertheless, always unplug  
the unit before placing hands into the food processor bowl.  
Your SmartPower Premier Duetappliance uses the high speed  
with the Food Processor attachment. This button is the perfect  
speed for all your food processing tasks. Always use this speed  
when using the food processor. You may also use the Pulse  
button set on High with this function for pulse-chopping.  
To use your food processor, make sure that the bowl is assembled  
properly and the blade or slicing/shredding disc and the cover are  
locked into place.  
When you use the control panel, the LED will light next to each  
button you press.  
NOTE: The motor base will start, but the food processor blade  
will not turn until assembled properly.  
 
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Press the On button. For continuous operation, press the High but-  
ton. Motor will start if you have followed assembly instructions. To  
turn motor off, press the High button again or the Off button.  
3. If you want a finer chop or purée, press the On button and then  
the High button and let machine run continuously until the food is  
chopped as fine as you want it. Check frequently through clear  
cover or bowl to avoid chopping too fine. Use a plastic spatula to  
scrape down any pieces that stick to inside of bowl. Onions and  
other food with a high water content turn into a smooth purée  
very quickly. Do not overchop look at food frequently through  
work bowl.  
To purée, follow same procedure as for chopping, but let machine  
run until food is a smooth purée.  
New users are often surprised at how fast the processor works. You  
will quickly get used to its great speed.  
For on-off operation, called pulse-chopping or pulsing, press the On  
button, press the Pulse button, and then press and release the High  
button the desired number of times. Motor runs as long as you hold  
the High button down. The motor stops when you release control  
switch. Try it a few times.  
These are some conditions that affect your results:  
Size of pieces you put in bowl all should be about the  
same size.  
You control the duration and frequency of pulses by the length of  
time you hold the High button down and the rate at which you press  
it. Allow enough time between pulses to let food in work bowl fall  
to bottom.  
Amount of food you process dont add too much.  
Type of processing you choose continuous or pulse/chopping.  
ADDING FOOD WHILE PROCESSING  
Always use the High button for pulse/chopping. Never turn cover  
back and forth to start and stop processor.  
To add liquid while the machine is running, pour it through open  
feed tube. This is especially useful when making mayonnaise or  
dressings.  
CHOPPING, PURÉEING AND MIXING  
A small hole in the pusher allows you to add liquids in a very slow,  
steady stream useful when making sauces.  
Refer to Food Processor Assembly instructions on page 9.  
1. Remove cover and put food into work bowl. First, cut food into 3⁄  
4"  
When you want to add small pieces of food like cheese, meat or  
garlic cloves while machine is running, drop them through open  
feed tube.  
pieces. You will get a more even chop if you start with pieces that  
are all the same size. Put pieces into work bowl with metal blade  
in place. You can put in up to 1 cup of food at a time.  
If you want to process more, do it in batches.  
To prevent spills when adding sugar and other dry ingredients,  
use a funnel.  
2. Put on cover and lock it. Insert pusher. It is recommended that  
one hand be placed on the food processor lid while in use, to  
provide unit stability. Press the On button, press the Pulse  
button, and the High button (to pulse), then release. Repeat two  
to three times. Each time blade stops, let food pieces drop to the  
bottom of bowl before pulsing again. This ensures that the blade  
will chop them at every pulse. Watch what happens to the food.  
With pulse/chopping technique, you can get an even chop without  
danger of overprocessing. Check texture by looking through work  
bowl. Be careful not to overprocess. For a coarse chop, pulse  
only a few times.  
REMOVING PROCESSED FOOD  
Before removing processed food, press Off button and wait for  
blade to stop spinning. Then remove cover by turning it counter-  
clockwise. Never try to remove cover and work bowl together; this  
can damage work bowl.  
 
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It is important not to let metal blade fall out of work bowl as you  
empty it. Here are two ways to prevent it from falling out:  
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE –  
PROCESSING WITH CHOPPING BLADE  
1. Before tilting bowl, use spatula to remove food from around  
blade. Carefully remove blade by the plastic hub.  
THE FOOD  
HOW TO PREPARE IT  
Fruit and vegetables  
Meat, poultry and fish  
Peel and core if necessary. Remove large hard  
pits and seeds. Cut into 34" pieces and process  
up to 1 cup at a time.  
These should be very cold but not frozen. First, cut  
into 34" pieces. Put up to 1⁄  
2
pound in work bowl.  
If you want to chop or purée more, do it in batches  
of not more than 1⁄  
pound each. Pulse/chop or  
2
run continuously until desired consistency is  
reached. Check texture every 2 or 3 seconds to  
avoid overprocessing.  
2. Hold top of blade in place with finger or spatula while pouring  
out processed food.  
Bread, crackers or cookies  
Break into 1" pieces and process continuously  
until texture for crumbs is fine. For seasoned  
crumbs, chop with herbs. For buttered crumbs,  
dribble melted butter through feed tube while  
processing 1 teaspoon melted butter for each  
slice of bread.  
At this point, you may either lift the work bowl off motor base,  
or hold the collar at the base and turn the handle of the bowl  
counterclockwise and lift blade straight up.  
Your SmartPower Premier Duet600-Watt Blender/Food Processor  
makes many everyday food preparation tasks much easier and  
faster. Follow these guidelines to get best results when using metal  
blade with food you prepare most often.  
Crumb crusts  
Chop crackers or cookies as described in  
preceding paragraph. Add sugar, spices and butter  
and cut into pieces, as specified by recipe.  
Pulse/chop until combined.  
NOTE: Occasionally, a piece of food may become wedged between  
the blade and the work bowl. If this happens, remove the cover, lift  
the blade out carefully and remove the wedged piece. Empty the  
bowl, reinsert the blade and lock the cover into place. Process  
smaller amounts of the food at one time.  
Hard cheese grated  
If its too hard to cut with a knife, dont try to chop  
it it may damage blade. First cut into 34" pieces.  
Pulse/chop until pea-sized, then process  
continuously. You can chop it as coarse or as fine  
as you want. Simply run machine longer for finer  
chop. Process up to 3 ounces at one time.  
SLICING AND SHREDDING  
1. Assemble clear work bowl on collar and base in the usual way.  
(See steps 1 and 2 on page 9.)  
Whipping cream  
Processor-whipped cream works well for most  
purposes. It is excellent as a topping for desserts  
or hot drinks. Cream must be at refrigerator  
temperature. You can whip up to 1 cup at a time.  
2. Pick up adapter stem. Hold stem by side that has the octagon  
shape (eight-sided) and push rounded side down as far as it will  
go on motor shaft.  
Parsley and other fresh herbs  
Work bowl and metal blade must be clean and  
dry. Remove stems; use leaves only. Dry herbs  
completely. The more herbs you chop at once, the  
finer chop you can get. Chopped herbs keep for  
several days in the refrigerator in airtight bags, or  
can be frozen for months.  
3. Place the reversible slicing/shredding disc with the desired cutting  
edge facing up onto the adapter stem. Always handle  
slicing/shredding disc by the rim. Never touch sharp cutting  
blades.  
 
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Crushing Ice (Blender Jar Only)  
4. Put cover on work bowl, lock it into place by twisting it clockwise  
and insert food in feed tube.  
Add up to 10 large ice cubes to blender jar. Press the Ice Crush but-  
ton, using short bursts, 10 times or until cubes are the  
consistency of snow. Turn blender off. Pulse fewer times if  
coarsely chopped ice is desired.  
5. Insert pusher. Use moderate pressure to push down on pusher  
with one hand while using your other hand to push the On  
button, Pulse button, and hold down the High button. Slicing and  
shredding take only a few seconds.Wait until disc stops  
spinning before removing cover. When it stops, remove cover  
before removing work bowl. Never try to remove cover and work  
bowl together; this could damage work bowl.  
Grating Citrus Zest  
For best results, blender jar and cutting assembly must be clean  
and dry. Remove zest from fruit in strips (using vegetable peeler).  
Use no more than 8 strips at a time (zest of one medium lemon).  
Cut strips in half. Add strips and 1 teaspoon sugar (from recipe)  
to the blender jar. Blend on food processor speed for 15-20  
seconds. Turn blender off.  
6. Remove slicing/shredding disc before removing work bowl.  
To remove it, grasp flat top section of adapter stem and lift it  
straight up. Holding work bowl collar, turn work bowl counter-  
clockwise and lift it straight up to remove it from base.  
Grinding Hard Cheese  
Cut cheese into 12" pieces. Blend on food processor speed for  
30 seconds. Turn blender off. For best results, grind no more than  
3 ounces of cheese at a time.  
RECIPE TIPS  
Grinding Spices  
Youll find many easy ways to prepare savory, healthful meals with  
your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier Duet600-Watt Blender/Food  
Processor. The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart  
favorites as well as some creative combinations that are sure to  
please your friends and family. Thanks to the superior ice crushing  
power of the SmartPower Premier Duet600-Watt Blender/Food  
Processor, youll also be able to make delicious frozen drinks.  
For best results, blender jar and cutting assembly must be clean  
and dry. Add 1⁄  
4
-1⁄  
cup of spices, seeds or peppercorns to blender jar.  
2
Blend on food processor speed for 30-35 seconds. Turn blender off.  
Whipping Cream  
Whip 1 cup of cream (whipping or heavy cream) at a time. Blend  
on mix, and process for 45-60 seconds or until creamy and  
smooth. If making sweetened cream, add sugar after 10 seconds.  
Turn blender off. Makes about 1 cup.  
Puréeing Sun-Dried Tomatoes  
TIPS FOR USING YOUR NEW  
BLENDER/FOOD PROCESSOR:  
Chopping Nuts  
Rehydrate 1 ounce of tomatoes in 1 cup boiling water. Allow to sit  
for 10 minutes or until softened. Add tomatoes and water to  
blender jar. Cover and pulse on food processor speed 5 times;  
then run continuously on food processor speed for 15-20 seconds.  
Pulse 1⁄  
cup of nuts (shells removed) and chop 4-5 times.  
2
Turn blender off. Drain in fine strainer if desired. Makes about 1⁄  
cup  
2
Turn blender off; scrape blender jar with spatula. Turn blender on  
and Pulse on chop 2-3 times. Turn blender off. Pulse fewer times for  
more coarsely chopped results. For best results, process no more  
than 1 cup at a time.  
of puréed tomatoes.  
Bread, Cookie or Cracker Crumbs  
For best results, use day-old bread (drier bread works best).  
Break bread slices into 12" pieces, and process no more than  
1 cup of pieces at a time on mix for 5-10 seconds. Crackers and  
cookies should also be broken into 12" pieces; process 1 cup at a  
time on mix for 10-15 seconds. Turn blender off.  
 
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE PROCESSING WITH THE SLICING/SHREDDING DISK  
Food  
To Prepare for Slicing  
To Prepare for Shredding  
Long narrow foods like carrots, celery, cucumbers,  
and zucchini  
Cut into even lengths about 1" shorter than height of  
feed tube. Stand pieces upright in feed tube, flat side  
down, adding enough pieces so they cannot tilt.  
For long shreds, cut into largest size that will fit  
sideways in feed tube. Stack in feed tube to about  
1" from top. For shorter shreds, stand pieces upright  
in feed tube, flat side down (as described in  
slicing column).  
Apples, onions, potatoes, peppers, tomatoes and  
other large round fruits and vegetables  
Cut one end flat then cut lengthwise in halves or  
quarters. Pack solidly in feed tube to prevent tilting.  
Fill feed tube to about 1" from top.  
Prepare same as for slicing. Place in feed tube side-  
ways for longer shreds, or upright for shorter shreds.  
Use light to moderate pressure.  
Strawberries, mushrooms, radishes and other small,  
round fruits and vegetables  
Slice off top and bottom, leaving center section.  
Place in feed tube, flat side down.  
Radishes shred well.  
Prepare same as for slicing.  
Cabbage, iceberg lettuce  
Cut off top and bottom, leaving center section. Cut  
into wedges to fit feed tube upright. Remove core.  
Cut top and bottom pieces in similar wedges.  
Prepare same as for slicing  
Prepare same as for slicing.  
Uncooked meat and poultry  
(8 oz. maximum at one time)  
Use boneless cuts. Cut into feed-tube lengths.  
Remove skin if desired. Wrap in plastic wrap and put  
in freezer until it feels hard when you try to squeeze it  
but is still easily pierced through with tip of sharp  
knife. Remove plastic wrap and stand upright in feed  
tube. Note: Chicken and beef for stir-fries should be  
sliced with the grain. Boned, skinned chicken breast  
will usually fit when frozen as described above and  
cut in half crosswise.  
Soft cheeses like mozzarella  
Do not slice.  
Chill in freezer for 5 minutes before processing.  
Cut into pieces to fit feed tube. Stand pieces in feed  
tube and use light pressure on pusher. Use 4 oz.  
maximum.  
Cut into pieces to fit feed tube. Stand pieces in feed  
tube and use light pressure on pusher.  
Medium-hard cheeses like Cheddar and Swiss  
Hard cheeses like Parmesan  
Prepare same as for slicing. Chill 5 minutes in freezer  
before processing. Use 4 oz. maximum.  
Do not shred.  
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600-Watt Blender/Food Processor that was  
purchased at retail for personal, family, or  
NOTE: For added protection and secure  
handling of any Cuisinart® product that is  
being returned, we recommend you use a  
traceable, insured delivery service. Cuisinart  
cannot be held responsible for in-transit  
damage or for packages that are not deliv-  
ered to us. Lost and/or damaged products  
are not covered under warranty.  
Your Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier Duet™  
600-Watt Blender/Food Processor has been  
manufactured to strict specifications and  
has been designed for use with the  
CLEANING AND STORING YOUR  
SMARTPOWER PREMIER DUEThousehold use. Except as otherwise  
required under applicable state law, this  
FOOD PROCESSOR  
warranty is not available to retailers or other  
commercial purchasers or owners. We  
ATTACHMENTS  
warrant that your Cuisinart® SmartPower  
Store the chopping blade and  
Premier Duet600-Watt Blender/Food  
slicing/shredding disc as you would sharp  
knives out of the reach of children.  
Processor will be free of defects in material  
or workmanship under normal home use  
The work bowl, cover, pusher, chopping  
blade, and slicing/shredding disc are top-  
shelf dishwasher safe. When placing parts  
in your dishwasher, insert the work bowl  
upside down. Remember where you place  
the sharp blade and disc, and be certain to  
unload the dishwasher carefully.  
for three years from the date of original  
purchase. We suggest that you complete  
and return the enclosed product registration  
card promptly to facilitate verification of the  
date of original purchase. However, return of  
the product registration card does not elimi-  
nate the need for the consumer to maintain  
the original proof of purchase in order to  
obtain the warranty benefits. In the event  
that you do not have proof of purchase date,  
the purchase date for purposes of this war-  
ranty will be the date of manufacture.  
Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier Duet600-  
Watt Blender/Food Processor accessories  
and replacement parts. These warranties  
expressly exclude any defects or damages  
caused by accessories, replacement parts,  
or repair service other than those that have  
been authorized by Cuisinart. These  
warranties do not cover any damage caused  
by accident, misuse, shipment, or other than  
ordinary household use. These warranties  
exclude all incidental or consequential  
damages. Some states do not allow the  
exclusion of or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, so the foregoing  
limitation may not apply to you.  
The gearbox collar is not immersible.  
To clean, just wipe with a damp cloth.  
If you wash the blades and discs by hand,  
do it carefully. Avoid leaving them in soapy  
water where they may disappear from sight.  
To clean the metal blade, fill the work  
bowl with soapy water, hold the blade by  
its plastic center and move rapidly up and  
down on the center shaft of the bowl.  
Use of a spray hose is also effective.  
If necessary, use a brush.  
If your blender should prove to be defective  
within the warranty period, we will repair  
it or, if we think it necessary, replace it.  
To obtain warranty service, please call  
our Consumer Service Center toll-free at  
1-800-726-0190 or write to:  
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY  
Cuisinart  
150 Milford Road  
East Windsor, NJ 08520  
The work bowl should not be placed in a  
microwave oven.  
California law provides that for In-Warranty  
Service, California residents have the option  
of returning a nonconforming product (A) to  
the store where it was purchased or (B) to  
another retail store which sells Cuisinart®  
products of the same type. The retail store  
shall then, according to its preferences,  
either repair the product, refer the consumer  
to an independent repair facility, replace the  
product, or refund the purchase price less  
the amount directly attributable to the con-  
sumers prior usage of the product. If either  
of the above two options does not result in  
the appropriate relief to the consumer, the  
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your  
return, please enclose $10.00 for shipping  
and handling of the product. Please also be  
sure to include a return address, daytime  
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defect, product serial number (stamped on  
bottom of product base), and any other  
information pertinent to the products return.  
Please pay by check or money order.  
(California residents need only supply proof  
of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190  
for shipping instructions).  
WARRANTY  
LIMITED THREE-YEAR  
WARRANTY  
This warranty supersedes all previous  
warranties on Cuisinart® SmartPower  
PremierDuet600-Watt Blender/Food  
Processor. This warranty is available to  
consumers only. You are a consumer if you  
own a Cuisinart® SmartPower Premier Duet™  
 
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consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facili-  
ty if service or repair can be economically accomplished.  
RECIPES  
SMOOTHIES, SHAKES, FRAPPÉS,  
FROZEN BEVERAGES  
*Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for the  
reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund  
for nonconforming products under warranty.  
California residents may also, at their preference, return noncon-  
forming products directly to Cuisinart for repair or, if necessary,  
replacement by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at  
1-800-726-0190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the  
repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for such noncon-  
forming products under warranty.  
FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIE  
Layers of fresh fruit blend in just seconds to make this all-fruit smoothie.  
Makes six 8-ounce servings  
1
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR  
CUISINART PRODUCT  
2  
cup orange juice  
1
1
1
cup cantaloupe, cut into 1" pieces  
cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)  
If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart® product, we  
suggest that you call our Consumer Service Center at  
cup pineapple chunks (1" pieces)  
(fresh or canned, drained)  
1-800-726-0190 before returning the product for servicing. Often,  
our Consumer Service Representatives can help solve the problem  
without having the product serviced. If servicing is needed, a  
Representative can confirm whether the product is under warranty  
and direct you to the nearest service location.  
1
1
1
1
1
cup navel orange segments, cut into 1" pieces  
cup strawberries, hulled and halved  
cup mango chunks (1" pieces)  
*Important: If the nonconforming product is to be serviced by  
someone other than Cuisinarts Authorized Service Center,  
please remind the servicer to call our Consumer Service Center at  
1-800-726-0190 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed,  
the product is serviced with the correct parts, and to ensure that the  
product is still under warranty.  
1
medium banana, cut into 2" slices  
cup ice cubes (about 6 standard)  
Layer the ingredients in the blender jar in the order listed. Place cover  
on blender jar. Set blender speed on High. Turn blender on and blend  
for 20 to 30 seconds until smooth. Turn blender off.  
Note: The riper the fruit, the sweeter the smoothie.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 101 (4% from fat) carb. 25g pro. 2g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 10mg calc. 35mg fiber 4g  
 
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Nutritional information per serving  
(based on 6 servings): Calories 135 (18% from fat) carb. 25g pro. 5g fat 2g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 10mg calc. 63mg fiber 4g  
FRUIT AND YOGURT SMOOTHIE  
A delicious drink for breakfast on the run.  
The fruits may be varied to suit your own taste.  
Add more calcium by using calcium-enriched orange juice.  
MONKEY-DOODLE SHAKE  
Makes 48 ounces  
Chocolate frozen yogurt and bananas are  
combined to make this creamy shake.  
2
1
1
1
2
cups pineapple chunks  
medium banana, cut in 1" pieces  
cup orange juice  
Makes 4 servings  
cup fat-free vanilla yogurt  
cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw)  
2
2
2
2
cups lowfat milk  
bananas, peeled, cut into 1" pieces  
cups lowfat chocolate frozen yogurt  
tablespoons chocolate syrup  
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on High  
and blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds.  
Serve immediately or refrigerate.  
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed; cover blender jar.  
Set on High and blend until smooth, creamy and thickened, about  
40 to 50 seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses with straws.  
Nutritional information per serving (based on 6 servings):  
Calories 105 (4% from fat) carb. 25g pro. 3g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 1mg sod. 23mg calc. 76mg fiber 2g  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 257 (18% from fat) carb. 46g pro. 8g fat 5g  
sat. fat 3g chol. 19mg sod. 95mg calc. 216mg fiber 2g  
TO-FRUITTI SMOOTHIES  
The much-maligned tofu is a good source of protein and a  
nice alternative to using dairy products in smoothies.  
Change the fruits to suit your own taste.  
MOCHA FRAPPÉ  
Why go out for special coffee drinks when you can  
prepare them easily at home in your Cuisinart® Blender.  
Makes 48 ounces  
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
cup mango chunks (1" pieces), about 12 ounces  
medium banana, cut in 1" pieces  
cup orange, apple or other fruit juice  
cup soy milk/beverage  
Makes 2 servings  
8
ounces espresso or double strength coffee, chilled*  
cup chocolate sauce  
1
4  
2
tablespoons flavored syrup vanilla, hazelnut,  
almond, raspberry, etc.  
tablespoon vanilla extract  
cup silken tofu, cut into 1" pieces  
cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw)  
15 ice cubes  
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar.  
Set on High and blend until smooth and slushy, about 30 to 40  
seconds. Serve immediately in tall glasses. Garnish with a dollop  
of whipped cream if desired.  
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on High  
and blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds.  
Serve immediately or refrigerate.  
 
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Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 138 (0% from fat) carb. 33g pro. 1g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 37mg calc. 6mg fiber 0g  
FROZEN COSMOPOLITAN  
Can you improve on a new classic? Of course!  
Try our Frozen Cosmopolitan.  
For a Creamy Frappé, add 2 tablespoons half-and-half before  
blending.  
Makes 8 servings  
cups cranberry juice  
* May be prepared from instant espresso powder.  
2
10 ounces chilled vodka  
(may use citrus flavored)  
FROZEN MANGO MARGARITAS  
2
2
ounces lime juice  
ounces Triple Sec or Cointreau lime twists for garnish  
You can make Margaritas and other frozen drinks with ease with your  
Cuisinart ® Blender try this refreshing Mango Margarita,  
or use your own special recipe.  
®
Pour the cranberry juice into ice cube trays and freeze until solid.  
Place the vodka, lime juice, Triple Sec and frozen cranberry cubes  
in the blender jar in order given. Set on High and blend for 25 to 30  
seconds until completely slushy. Serve immediately in chilled martini  
or other stemmed glasses, garnished with a twist of lime.  
Makes 6 servings  
2
cups mango cubes (fresh or frozen, partially thawed)  
cup Tequila  
1
2  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 142 (1% from fat) carb. 12g pro. 0g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 2mg calc. 3mg fiber 0g  
1
®
3
cup Triple Sec or Cointreau  
1
3
cup fresh lime juice  
tablespoons superfine sugar  
cups ice cubes  
4
2
FROZEN DAIQUIRI  
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Place cover on  
blender jar. Blend on High for 30 to 40 seconds until the mixture  
is smooth and slushy in texture. Turn blender off. Serve immediately.  
A classic frozen cocktail.  
Makes 4 servings  
Nutritional information per serving:  
6
5
3
ounces frozen limeade  
ounces light rum  
cups ice cubes  
Calories 158 (1% from fat) carb. 23g pro. 0g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod 5mg calc. 9mg fiber 1g  
Note: For an alcohol free “Margarita,” substitute 8 ounces fruit  
juice, such as apricot nectar or cranberry juice, for the  
Tequila and Triple Sec.  
Place ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Cover blender jar.  
Set on High. Turn on blender jar and process until smooth and  
slushy, about 30 to 40 seconds. Turn blender off. Serve immediately.  
Cointreau® is a registered trademark owned by the the Cointreau Corporation.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 92 (0% from fat) carb. 14g pro. 0g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 2 mg calc. 2mg fiber 0g  
For Frozen Fruit Daiquiris, add 2-3 cups fruit (strawberries, peaches,  
melon, etc.) cut into 1" pieces. For a more pronounced fruit flavor,  
freeze additional fruit in cubes and use in place of ice cubes.  
 
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Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 51 (5% from fat) carb. 11g pro. 2g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 429mg calc. 28mg fiber 2g  
SOUPS, SPREADS, DIPS AND MORE  
For best results when blending fresh herbs, the herbs, blender jar and  
cutting assembly must be dry and clean.  
CHILLED MELON AND MANGO SOUP  
CHILLED GAZPACHO  
Sweet cantaloupe and mango combine with orange juice for this refreshing  
cold soup. Perfect for a summer brunch or as a refreshing,  
cool ending to a warm-weather meal.  
A Cuisinart favorite, made with fresh, ripe summer tomatoes,  
Chilled Gazpacho is perfect on a hot, summer night.  
Makes 8 servings, about 6 ounces each  
Makes 8 servings  
1-2 cloves garlic, peeled  
2-3 slices fresh ginger (each about the size of a quarter)  
3
cups tomato or vegetable juice  
cocktail, divided  
1
mango, about 12 -14 ounces, peeled, seeded,  
cut into 1" pieces  
1
1
large rib celery, peeled, cut into 1" pieces  
1
cantaloupe, about 3 pounds, peeled, seeded,  
cut into 1" pieces  
large cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, cut into  
1" pieces  
1
2-1 cup orange juice  
1
Place ginger, mango, melon and 1⁄  
cup orange juice in the blender jar;  
2
2
medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut into 1" pieces  
medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, cut into 1" pieces  
1
cover. Set on Low and blend until smooth, about 20 to 30 seconds.  
Add as much remaining orange juice as necessary to adjust consistency  
to that of a thick soup. Chill completely before serving. May be  
garnished with fresh raspberries or blueberries and a sprig of mint.  
2
1
1
6
4
large jalapeño pepper, cored, seeded, cut into 2" pieces  
1
green onions, trimmed, cut into 2" pieces  
medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, cut into 1" pieces  
tablespoons sherry vinegar or lemon juice  
teaspoon kosher salt  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 68 (2% from fat) carb. 17g pro. 1g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 14mg calc. 17mg fiber 1g  
3
1
2
1
4
teaspoon freshly ground black pepper  
Place garlic in blender jar; cover jar. Set on Low; pulse to chop garlic,  
10 times. Add 1 cup tomato juice/vegetable juice cocktail to blender  
jar along with celery, cucumber, green pepper, red pepper, jalapeño  
pepper, and green onions. Blend on Low until vegetables are  
medium-finely chopped, about 5 to 10 seconds. Transfer to a  
large serving bowl. Add remaining tomato juice/vegetable cocktail  
to blender jar with fresh tomatoes.  
CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP  
Make this soup in the spring when asparagus is at its most flavorful.  
Makes eight 6-ounce servings  
3
4
cup Italian parsley leaves, washed and dried  
tablespoons unsalted butter  
3
2
With blender set on Low, pulse 10 times to chop, or blend  
continuously if a smoother gazpacho is preferred.  
3
cup chopped onion or leek  
1
3
pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1" pieces  
Add to the bowl of vegetables with the remaining juice. Season with  
sherry vinegar or lemon juice, salt and pepper. Chill before serving.  
cups fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable  
stock or broth  
1
cup half-and-half  
 
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1
tablespoon cornstarch  
peeled, cut into 1" slices  
1
1
1 2 cups cold water  
1 2 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken stock or broth  
3
1
teaspoon kosher salt  
teaspoon white pepper  
4
cup water  
1
2
1
teaspoon kosher salt  
teaspoon white pepper  
cup half-and-half  
1
Place the parsley in the blender jar. Place cover on blender jar.  
Set blender on Low and pulse until coarsely chopped, about  
4 to 5 times. Remove and reserve.  
Melt the butter in a medium Cuisinart® saucepan over medium heat.  
Add onion and cook until soft but not brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.  
Add asparagus, stock, and all but 1 tablespoon of the reserved parsley.  
Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low  
and simmer, partially covered, until asparagus is tender, about 10 to  
12 minutes.  
2
3
4
Place leeks in a medium bowl and add cold water. Swirl, then let  
stand for minutes. Lift leeks from the water without disturbing the  
sand/sediment collected in the bowl; allow to drain completely.  
Melt butter in a large Cuisinart® saucepan over medium heat.  
Add the drained leeks, onion, and thyme. Let cook until softened,  
3 to 5 minutes. Add potatoes, stock, and water; cover and bring to  
a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer,  
uncovered, until potatoes are soft, about 10 to 15 minutes.  
Pour the soup through a strainer, reserving the solids and liquids.  
Allow to cool 5 minutes. Place the solids in the blender jar with 1 cup  
of the cooking liquid; return the remaining liquid to the saucepan. Cover  
blender jar and set on Low. Turn blender on and blend until creamy  
and smooth, about 25 to 30 seconds. Turn blender off. Return puréed  
vegetable mixture to the saucepan and stir to combine. Stir in half-and-  
half. Stir cornstarch into water, and add to soup. Add salt and pepper.  
Cook, stirring often, over medium heat, until soup thickens, about 6 to  
8 minutes. Do not allow to boil. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.  
Serve in warmed bowls garnished with the remaining parsley.  
Drain vegetables, reserving cooking liquid. Place vegetables in blender  
jar. Add 1 cup cooking liquid; return remaining cooking liquid to  
saucepan. Cover blender jar. Set on High. Blend 20 to 30 seconds.  
Scrape blender jar and blend 10 to 15 seconds longer, until completely  
puréed and creamy smooth. Stir vegetable purée into stock in  
saucepan and reheat over medium low heat. Add salt, pepper and  
half-and-half.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 132 (37% from fat) carb. 18g pro. 3g fat 6g  
sat. fat 3g chol. 16mg sod. 369mg calc. 56mg fiber 3g  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 98 (59% from fat) carb. 7g pro. 4g fat 7g  
sat. fat 4g chol. 19mg sod. 510g calc. 56mg fiber 2g  
Variation: Turn this soup into Creamy Watercress Soup by adding  
1 bunch watercress, washed and dried. Pick leaves and reserve.  
Chop stems and measure out 112 cups. Add stems to vegetable  
mixture when sautéing. Follow recipe as directed.  
CREAMY POTATO LEEK SOUP  
Stir in reserved watercress leaves along with the half-and-half.  
Serve hot or chilled.  
This versatile soup may be served hot or chilled.  
Makes 6 servings  
2
medium leeks, white and tender green only,  
1
sliced horizontally and cut into 2" pieces  
1
tablespoon unsalted butter  
1
1
small (3-4 ounce) onion, peeled and cut into 2" pieces  
1
4
teaspoon thyme  
3
2
medium russet potatoes (about 4 pound total),  
 
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CREAMY TOMATO AND RED PEPPER BISQUE  
PERFECT POPOVERS  
Creamy tomato soup that is special enough for any occasion.  
Impress your guests with these deceptively simple popovers  
that are mixed in a matter of seconds in your Cuisinart® Blender.  
Our 50-ounce blender is large enough for you to increase this recipe  
by 50 percent to make a larger batch.  
Makes 8 servings  
1
1
1
teaspoon unsalted butter  
teaspoon extra virgin olive oil  
small onion (4 ounces), peeled,  
Makes 18 popovers  
1
cut in 2" pieces  
6
2
large eggs  
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
rib celery (2 ounces), cleaned, cut in 2" pieces  
cups all-purpose flour  
1
carrot (2 ounces), peeled, cut in 2" pieces  
2
cups evaporated fat-free milk, not reconstituted  
teaspoon kosher salt  
1
tablespoons white rice  
2
teaspoon basil  
5
tablespoons unsalted butter, melted  
Preheat oven to 375°F. Thoroughly coat eighteen 12-cup popover,  
custard, or muffin cups with cooking spray or melted butter.  
cups fat free, low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock  
1
cans recipe ready diced tomatoes (15 2 oz.) with juices  
Place the eggs, flour, milk and salt in the blender jar in the order listed;  
cover blender jar. Set on Low. Blend for 10 seconds. Scrape the sides  
of the jar if needed. With the blender running, add the melted butter  
in a steady stream and blend for 10 seconds. Let batter rest for 10 to  
15 minutes.  
2
roasted red peppers, seeded  
teaspoon kosher salt  
teaspoon white pepper  
cup half-and-half  
1
2  
1
8
1
2
Heat the butter and olive oil in a Cuisinart® 334-quart saucepan over  
medium low heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot; cover loosely and  
cook until the vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in the rice and  
basil; cook until rice is opaque, 2 minutes. Stir in the stock, tomatoes  
and roasted red peppers. Raise heat and bring to a boil. Lower the  
heat, cover loosely and simmer over low heat for 20-25 minutes. Turn  
off heat and let stand for 5 minutes.  
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake in the  
preheated oven until puffy and nicely browned, about 40 minutes.  
Use a cake tester to pierce each popover several times and bake for  
an additional 5 minutes. Remove from oven, loosen from pans with a  
thin-blade knife and gently lift out. Serve hot.  
Nutritional information per popover:  
Calories 126 (37% from fat) carb. 14g pro. 6g fat 5g  
sat. fat 3g chol. 79mg sod. 91mg calc. 93mg fiber 0g  
Strain the solids from the cooking liquid, reserving the cooking  
liquid and returning it to the saucepan. Place the solids in the blender  
jar. Add 1 cup of the cooking liquid to the blender jar. Set on High.  
Pulse 10 times to chop, then process for 30 to 40 seconds until totally  
smooth and creamy. Add the salt and pepper; blend 5 seconds longer.  
Return the blended tomato mixture to the cooking liquid in the  
saucepan. Heat on medium until it just begins to simmer, then add the  
half-and-half. Do not allow to boil. The soup may be made ahead and  
reheated if making ahead, do not add half-and-half until soup is  
reheated.  
For Pesto Popovers: add 1⁄  
batter. Bake as directed.  
2
cup prepared pesto (page 18) to the  
ROASTED GARLIC HUMMUS  
Makes about 213 cups  
tablespoons Italian parsley leaves  
8-12 cloves roasted garlic, cooled *  
cups canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained  
2
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 87 (28 % from fat) carb. 13g pro. 3g fat 3g  
sat. fat 1g chol. 7mg sod. 367mg calc. 47mg fiber 3g  
2
 
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1
2
cup fresh lemon juice  
cup tahini  
approximately 112 minutes, until the mixture is completely smooth  
and creamy.  
1
4
Serve immediately or cover the guacamole directly with plastic wrap to  
avoid oxidation.  
2
teaspoons kosher salt  
teaspoon cumin  
1
2  
Nutritional information per 1/4 cup serving:  
Calories 104 (79% from fat) carb 5g pro1g fat 10g  
sat fat 1g chol 0mg sod301mg calc 9mg fiber 3g  
2
tablespoons extra virgin olive oil  
Place the parsley in the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade.  
Place cover on work bowl and press On button, then the Pulse button,  
and the Food Processor Button to pulse, 8-10 times. Remove and  
reserve. Place the roasted garlic, chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, salt,  
and cumin in the work bowl. Press the On button and process on High  
Speed until smooth, about 30-40 seconds. With the machine running,  
add 112 tablespoons of the olive in a slow, steady stream, about 20  
seconds, processing until completely blended. Press Off button.  
Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with remaining olive oil and sprinkle  
with the reserved chopped parsley. Serve at room temperature with  
wedges of pita bread, toasted pita chips or vegetable crudités.  
GRAPE TOMATO SALSA  
Makes about 1 cup  
1
4
cup fresh cilantro leaves  
small garlic clove, peeled  
1
1
1
1
jalapeño pepper, halved, seeded, cut into 2 inch pieces  
green onion, trimmed (include some green),  
*To roast garlic, peel as many cloves as you need (it will keep  
refrigerated for a week in an airtight container, so do lots to have on  
hand), and toss them in a small amount of olive oil. Place them in the  
center of a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil and roast in a 400ºF  
oven for 35-45 minutes until tender and golden. The sharp pungent  
flavor of the garlic will become sweet and mellow.  
1
cut in 2-inch pieces  
1
1
1
pint grape tomatoes  
teaspoon fresh lime juice  
teaspoon kosher salt  
Place cilantro in the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade. Place  
cover on bowl and press the On button. With the food processor  
running on high speed, add garlic through the feed tube and process  
until finely chopped, about 5 seconds. Scrape work bowl. Add  
jalapeño, onion, tomatoes, lime juice, and salt. Press the Pulse button  
and pulse on high speed until coarsely chopped, about 8-10 times.  
Nutritional information per 1/3 cup serving:  
Calories 181 (50% from fat) carb 17g pro 7g fat 10g  
sat fat 1g chol 0mg sod 389mgcalc 60mg fiber 6g  
GUACAMOLE  
Nutritional information per tablespoon:  
Calories 8 (9% from fat) carb. 2g pro. 0g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 170mg calc. 4mg fiber 0g  
Makes 1 cup  
1
2
small clove garlic  
medium ripe avocados, approximately 1 cup of pulp  
teaspoons lemon juice  
2
1
2
teaspoon salt  
1
4
teaspoon chili powder  
Place the garlic in the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade. Turn  
machine On and process on High until finely chopped, about 10 sec-  
onds. Add remaining ingredients to bowl and pulse on High for  
 
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1
teaspoon extra virgin olive oil  
teaspoon kosher salt  
MEDITERRANEAN TUNA  
1
4  
Makes 1 cup  
Place the pine nuts in the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade.  
Place cover on work bowl and press On button, then the Pulse button,  
and pulse on High Food Processor Button until finely ground. Add the  
remaining ingredients and pulse on High until all ingredients are incor-  
porated and smooth.  
1
2
ounce red onion  
6-ounce can tuna packed in oil*  
1 2 tablespoon capers  
1
1
1
tablespoon fresh parsley  
teaspoon lemon juice  
Serve with crackers or vegetables as a dip.  
1
Nutritional information per 1/4 serving:  
Calories 88 (41% from fat) carb 11g pro 3g fat 4g  
sat fat 1g chol 0mg sod 699mg calc 12mg fiber 3g  
1
2
teaspoon dried oregano  
teaspoon salt  
1
4
1
teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)  
Place the red onion in the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade.  
Place cover on work bowl and press On button. Process on High to  
chop onion finely, about 15 seconds. Add tuna, 1 tablespoon of  
capers, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, and salt. Press Pulse button  
and pulse on High until tuna mixture is well blended about 6-8 times. If  
the tuna mixture appears to be dry, pulse in the optional teaspoon of  
olive oil.  
Add last 12 tablespoon of capers and pulse 2-3 times to maintain some  
texture of the capers. Transfer to a serving dish or resealable container.  
Cover and refrigerate if not serving immediately.  
ENDIVE WITH SHRIMP FILLING  
A great finger food, not too fussy, and easy to do ahead.  
Makes 30 appetizers (114 cups shrimp filling)  
2
2
1
1
6
tablespoons fresh parsley leaves  
shallots, peeled and quartered  
tablespoon unsalted butter  
teaspoon dill weed  
ounces cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp,  
cut in 1-inch pieces  
*The imported Italian tuna packed in olive oil has the best flavor for this  
recipe.  
4
ounces lowfat cream cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces  
Nutritional information per 1/4 cup serving:  
Calories 88 (37% from fat) carb 1g pro 13g fat 4g  
sat fat 1g chol 8mg sod 288mg calc 13mg fiber 0g  
2 -3 Belgian endive (30 leaves)  
Place the parsley in the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade.  
Turn ON and process until finely chopped, about 10 seconds; remove  
and reserve. Place shallots in work bowl; press Pulse. Pulse on High  
to chop finely, about 10 pulses. Heat butter in a Cuisinart® 8-inch  
non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until  
golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in dill weed.  
Set aside to cool.  
ARTICHOKE TAPENADE  
Makes 1 cup  
2
1
2
tablespoons pine nuts, toasted  
14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained  
sun-dried tomato halves, sliced  
tablespoon green onion  
Add shrimp to work bowl; pulse to chop, 5 times. Remove and  
reserve. Process cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 15  
seconds; scrape work bowl. Add half the reserved parsley, cooled  
shallot mixture, and chopped shrimp. Pulse to combine, about 8 times.  
1
Trim 1⁄  
inch from bottom of endive leaves. Separate into individual  
2
1
4
cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves  
 
22  
leaves and choose 30 of the nicest leaves. Pipe or spread a small  
amount (2 teaspoons) of shrimp/cream cheese mixture onto bottom  
half of leaves. Arrange on flat serving dish. Cover and refrigerate until  
ready to serve. Sprinkle lightly with remaining reserved chopped  
parsley just before serving.  
vegetables until they are all used. Season each layer generously  
with salt and pepper. Finish by pouring the warm cream over the  
vegetables. Cover with a sheet of aluminum foil that has been lightly  
coated with cooking spray. Place in middle of oven on a baking sheet  
and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for about  
another 30 minutes until gratin is golden and bubbly. Remove from  
oven and let rest 5-10 minutes. Serve hot.  
Nutritional information per serving (one filled endive leaf):  
Calories 27 (43% from fat) carb. 2g pro. 2g fat 1g  
sat. fat 1g chol. 15mg sod. 41mg calc. 33mg fiber 2g  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 235 (62% from fat) carb 21g pro. 2g fat 17g  
sat fat 10g chol 61mg sod 613mg calc 46 mg fiber 3g  
ROOT VEGETABLE GRATIN  
POTATO PANCAKES  
Serves 8  
cooking spray  
Makes eight 2-inch pancakes  
1
1 2 cup heavy cream  
12 ounces Yukon gold potatoes, peeled, cut to fit feed tube  
2
cloves garlic, smashed  
teaspoon dried rosemary  
2
1
1
1
2
ounces yellow onion  
1
4
green onion (1 tablespoon chopped)  
egg, lightly beaten  
8
ounces red-skinned or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled,  
cut to fit feed tube  
teaspoon kosher salt  
4
8
4
2
1
ounces sweet potatoes, peeled, cut to fit feed tube  
ounces yam, peeled, cut to fit feed tube  
ounces parsnip, peeled  
tablespoon vegetable oil  
Place the green onion in the work bowl of the fitted with the chopping  
blade. Press On button and process on high until finely chopped.  
Insert the shredding disc and place cover on work bowl. Place  
potatoes in feed tube and shred using high speed. Continue with any  
remaining potatoes and then the yellow onion. Transfer contents of  
work bowl to a clean tea towel which has been laid out on the counter.  
Over the sink or mixing bowl, use the tea towel to wring out as much  
liquid as you can from the potatoes and onion. Transfer ingredients to  
a mixing bowl. Add egg, salt, and pepper and mix well.  
teaspoons kosher salt  
teaspoon freshly ground pepper  
Place all peeled vegetables in a bowl and submerge them in cold  
water.  
Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a 114 quart ovenproof baking dish  
with cooking spray.  
In a small saucepan, place cream, smashed garlic, and rosemary. Heat  
the cream until it just barely boils (this is scalding). Reduce heat and  
simmer for 10 minutes.  
Place a nonstick 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the  
vegetable oil. Form small pancakes with your hands, squeezing out  
any remaining liquid. When the oil shimmers in the pan, add pancakes.  
Cook approximately 3 minutes on each side until pancake is golden  
brown or to your desired doneness.  
While cream simmers, insert the slicing disc into the work bowl.  
Arrange root vegetables in feed tube. Press On, then High to slice the  
vegetables, using medium pressure.  
Nutritional information per pancake:  
Calories 76 (47% from fat) carb 8g pro 2g fat 4g  
sat fat 1g chol 27mg sod 304mgcalc 9mg fiber 1g  
Arrange sliced vegetables in prepared dish by overlapping them  
slightly in a circular pattern. Continue creating new layers of  
 
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SHREDDED CARROT AND ZUCCHINI SALAD  
ASIAN SLAW  
A quick and easy salad for all seasons.  
Makes 4 cups  
tablespoons fresh cilantro  
Makes 4 servings  
2
1
1
2
3
small zucchini (a scant 2 pound), cut to fit feed tube  
6 2 ounces red cabbage  
1
1
medium carrots (a scant ⁄  
cut to fit feed tube  
2
pound), peeled,  
6 2 ounces green (savoy) cabbage  
2
1
2
ounces red onion  
1
2
small clove garlic, peeled  
inch piece fresh ginger, peeled  
tablespoons fresh cilantro  
tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar  
cup vegetable oil  
2
tablespoons raspberry vinegar  
teaspoon Dijon-style mustard  
teaspoon kosher salt  
1
2
1
4
1
4
1
4
teaspoon freshly ground pepper  
cup light olive oil  
2
tablespoons granulated sugar  
teaspoon kosher salt  
1
4
3
4  
2
tablespoons toasted slivered almonds  
Add the cilantro to the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade. Press  
On button and finely chop the cilantro using the high speed. Cut the  
cabbage and onion to fit the feed tube of the processor. Insert the slic-  
ing blade to the food processor bowl. Slice the cabbage and then the  
onion. Place vegetables in a mixing bowl after slicing. Turn the slicing  
blade over to the shedder and process ginger, place in the mixing  
bowl. Transfer to bowl with vegetables.  
Insert the shredding disc in the work bowl and place cover on work  
bowl. Press On. Place zucchini in feed tube; press High and shred  
using medium pressure. Transfer to a medium bowl. Place carrots in  
feed tube and shred using firm pressure. Press Off. Transfer to the  
bowl with the zucchini; toss to combine. Do not clean work bowl.  
Insert the chopping blade in work bowl. Place cover on work bowl and  
press On button, then High. With the machine running, drop the garlic  
through the feed tube and process to chop, 5 seconds. Press Off.  
Scrape the work bowl and add the vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper.  
Press On, then High. Process 5 seconds to combine, then, with the  
machine running, add the oil slowly through the feed tube and process  
until emulsified, about 30 seconds. Press Off.  
Insert the chopping blade. Add the rice vinegar, vegetable oil,  
sugar, and salt to the work bowl. Press On, then High to process  
until blended and emulsified, about 15 seconds. Makes about 13 cup  
dressing. Add dressing to taste to salad and toss.  
Nutritional information per 1/2 cup serving:  
Calories 84 (71% from fat) carb 6g pro 1g fat 7g  
sat fat 2g chol 0mg sod 228mg calc 23mg fiber 1g  
Toss the shredded zucchini and carrots with dressing to taste. Transfer  
to a serving bowl and garnish with slivered toasted almonds. Serve  
immediately or cover and chill for up to 2 hours (vegetables will begin  
to lose their crunchy freshness if longer).  
Nutritional information per 1/4 cup serving:  
Calories 183 (76% from fat) carb. 9g pro. 2g fat 16g  
sat. fat 2g chol. 0mg sod. 137mg calc. 37mg fiber 3g  
 
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1
2
2
4
1
1
carrots (4 ounces), peeled and cut in 2" pieces  
SAUCES AND DRESSINGS  
1
ribs celery, trimmed and cut in 2" pieces  
cloves garlic, peeled  
PESTO  
teaspoon dried oregano  
Makes about 23 cup  
teaspoon dried basil  
1
4
roasted red bell peppers, cut in 1" pieces  
cup dry white wine (such as vermouth)  
tablespoons tomato paste  
1
ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano, cut in 2-inch cubes  
cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts  
clove garlic, peeled  
1
1
2  
4  
2
1
1
3
cans (15-ounce) recipe ready diced tomatoes with juices  
teaspoon kosher salt  
cup (packed) fresh basil leaves, washed and  
dried completely  
1
2
1
1
4
cup extra virgin olive oil  
teaspoon kosher salt  
4
teaspoon freshly ground black pepper  
1
In a Cuisinart® 334-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.  
2
Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, oregano and basil.  
Insert the chopping blade in the food processor work bowl of the  
SmartPower Premier Duet. Turn On and press High. With the machine  
running, drop the cheese through the feed tube and process to chop  
finely, about 10 to 15 seconds; remove and reserve. Place the nuts in  
the work bowl and Pulse to chop, 5 times; remove and reserve. With  
the machine running, drop the garlic through the feed tube and  
process to chop, 5 seconds. Scrape work bowl. Add basil leaves to  
work bowl. Pulse to chop, 5 times, then process until finely chopped,  
about 5 seconds. With the machine running, add the olive oil in a  
steady stream to create a smooth emulsion. Scrape work bowl.  
Add salt, reserved Parmesan cheese and chopped nuts to work bowl.  
Process until smooth and blended, about 10 seconds. Transfer to a  
resealable container, cover with a thin layer of olive oil, cover and  
refrigerate until ready to use. Pesto may be frozen.  
Cover loosely and cook until the vegetables are softened, 6 to  
8 minutes. Stir in the roasted red peppers, wine, tomato paste, and  
tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 35 to  
40 minutes, loosely covered. Uncover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes  
longer to thicken. Turn off heat and let sit 5 minutes.  
Strain the solids from the liquids, and return the liquid to the saucepan.  
Place the solids in the blender jar with 12 cup of the cooking  
liquid. Cover the blender jar. Set on Low and Pulse 10 times to chop.  
Use a plastic spatula to scrape the sides of the blender jar. Blend for  
20 to 30 seconds, until smooth. Return the puréed tomato mixture to  
the liquid in the saucepan and reheat gently over medium low heat.  
Add salt and pepper.  
Nutritional information per half cup serving:  
Calories 48 (17% from fat) carb. 8g pro. 1g fat 1g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 194mg calc. 26mg fiber 2g  
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):  
Calories 81 (86% from fat) carb. 1g pro. 2g fat 8g  
sat. fat 1g chol. 2mg sod. 69mg calc. 42mg fiber 0g  
RUSTIC TOMATO SAUCE  
BASIC VINAIGRETTE  
Healthy and delicious at the same time!  
This basic vinaigrette is perfect for a crisp green salad.  
Makes about 11⁄  
2
cups can be doubled  
clove garlic, peeled  
tablespoons Dijon-style mustard  
Makes about 8 cups  
1
1
tablespoon extra virgin olive oil  
onion (8 ounces), peeled and cut in 2" pieces  
1
2
1
 
25  
1
1
2
cup wine vinegar  
4
cup canola or other flavorless vegetable oil  
1
teaspoon kosher salt  
teaspoon freshly ground pepper  
cup extra virgin olive oil  
cup vegetable oil  
Place the whole peppercorns in the blender jar. Blend for 10 seconds.  
Some peppercorns will be pulverized, some will be cracked  
and crushed; remove and reserve. Place the Parmesan cubes in the  
blender jar; blend for 20 seconds; scrape sides of blender jar.  
Add shallot, garlic and salt. Blend for 10 seconds; scrape sides of  
blender jar.  
1
2  
2
3
2
3
Place the garlic in the blender jar and cover jar. Set on Low. Use the  
Pulse function to chop the garlic, 5 times. Add the mustard, vinegar,  
salt and pepper. Turn the blender on and blend for 10 to 15 seconds.  
With the blender running, add the oils in a slow, steady stream,  
taking about 20 seconds, then blend for 20 seconds longer until  
completely emulsified.  
Add remaining ingredients in order listed; blend for 10 seconds.  
Add reserved black pepper; blend for 5 seconds. Transfer dressing to  
a resealable container and refrigerate for 30 minutes or longer to allow  
flavors to develop. Keeps for one week in the refrigerator.  
Nutritional information per tablespoon:  
Calories 58 (90% from fat) carb. 1g pro. 1g fat 6g  
sat. fat 1g chol. 1mg sod. 74mg calc. 18mg fiber 0g  
You may change the Basic Vinaigrette by changing the flavor of the  
vinegar, mustard or oil. Try using fresh lemon juice and a little honey  
for a honey-mustard vinaigrette.  
Add fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, or pesto for other flavor  
changes.  
JAPANESE CARROT GINGER DRESSING  
This dressing is served on the iceberg lettuce salad that  
often accompanies sushi. It is simple to prepare at home  
in your Cuisinart® Smart Power Premier Duet600-Watt Blender.  
Nutritional information per tablespoon:  
Calories 109 (97% from fat) carb. 1g pro. 0g fat 12g  
sat. fat 2g chol. 0mg sod. 86mg calc. 1mg fiber 0g  
Makes about 2 cups  
CRACKED PEPPER PARMESAN DRESSING  
1
4
1
1
1
carrots, peeled, and cut into 2" slices  
1
A great dressing for pasta salad.  
piece ginger root, about 2 inches, peeled, cut in 2" pieces  
shallot, peeled, cut in 4 pieces  
clove garlic, peeled  
Makes 11⁄  
3
cups  
2
1
1
teaspoons whole black peppercorns  
1
teaspoon dry mustard  
1
ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano, cut in 2" or smaller cubes  
1
2  
cup apple juice  
1
shallot, about 1 ounce, peeled, cut in 2" or smaller pieces  
1
3
cup rice vinegar  
1
clove garlic, peeled and smashed  
teaspoon kosher salt  
1
4
cup water  
1
2
2
1
1
tablespoons mirin (Japanese rice wine)  
tablespoon soy sauce  
1
tablespoon Dijon-style mustard  
teaspoon Worcestershire sauce  
tablespoons light mayonnaise  
cup wine vinegar  
1
4
tablespoon Asian sesame oil  
2
Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed; cover blender jar.  
Blend on High for 30 to 40 seconds. Serve with chopped crisp lettuce.  
1
4
1
4
cup extra virgin olive oil  
 
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Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):  
Calories 26 (30% from fat) carb. 4g pro. 0g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 68mg calc. 7mg fiber 4g  
Nutritional information per tablespoon:  
Calories 22 (18% from fat) carb. 3g pro. 0g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 183mg calc. 14mg fiber 0g  
CAJUN CREOLE SPICE BLEND  
WASABI GINGER SAUCE/MARINADE  
Our Cajun Creole Spice Blend is a comparable alternative to  
purchased spice mixtures, but much fresher and more economical.  
Adjust the spiciness to taste with the amount of cayenne used.  
Use this versatile sauce as a marinade for meats and seafood,  
a dressing for salads, or a dipping sauce for potstickers,  
dumplings or Mongolian Hot Pot.  
Makes about 1⁄  
2
cup  
Makes about 2 cups  
1
1
2
teaspoons coriander seed  
2
ounce fresh ginger, peeled, cut in 2" or smaller pieces  
1
1
1
teaspoon mustard seed  
teaspoon celery seed  
1
small shallot ( 2 ounce), peeled, cut in 2" or smaller pieces  
clove garlic, peeled  
1
2
1
1
3
2
teaspoon white peppercorns  
teaspoon black peppercorns  
bay leaf, roughly broken  
tablespoons sweet paprika  
tablespoon kosher salt  
4
cup mirin or rice wine*  
1
3
2
4
cup low-sodium soy or tamari sauce  
cup seasoned rice or wine vinegar  
tablespoons dark molasses  
1
1
3
4
2
2
1
1
1
tablespoons prepared wasabi paste*  
tablespoon brown sugar, packed  
1
2
tablespoon sugar  
2
2
teaspoons dried minced garlic  
teaspoons minced dry onions  
tablespoon Asian sesame oil  
(toasted sesame oil)  
2
teaspoons powdered ginger  
1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, to taste  
1
2  
teaspoon freshly ground  
black pepper  
2
1
teaspoons dry oregano  
teaspoon dry thyme leaves  
teaspoon dry basil  
Place fresh ginger, shallot and garlic in blender jar; cover blender jar.  
Set on Low; Pulse 5 times. Scrape sides of jar; Pulse 5 times.  
Add remaining ingredients in order given. Blend for 20 seconds.  
Transfer to a resealable container and let stand for 30 minutes before  
using to allow flavors to develop. Unused portions may be refrigerated  
for up to a week; stir before using.  
1
1
2
teaspoon dry rosemary  
teaspoon ground allspice  
1
2
Place the coriander seed, mustard seed, celery seed, both  
peppercorns, and bay leaf in the blender jar. Cover jar and set on  
Low. Blend until seeds are finely ground, 10 to 15 seconds. Add the  
remaining ingredients and blend until no signs of the bay leaf are  
visible, about 20 to 30 seconds.  
* Available in Asian markets or gourmet/ethnic foods section of  
grocery stores.  
Tip: Use about 1 tablespoon of marinade per portion. Meats such as  
boneless, skinless chicken parts, pork chops, or steaks may be placed  
in a resealable freezer weight bag, coated with marinade and frozen.  
When thawed, they will be fully marinated and ready to cook.  
Use as a rub for meat, poultry, or seafood before sautéing,  
roasting or grilling, or add as a seasoning to rice or dressing to  
brighten up flavors.  
 
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Nutritional information per tablespoon:  
Calories 18 (24% from fat) carb. 4g pro. 1g fat 1g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 501mg calc. 23mg fiber 1g  
and cookies with a fork to blend; add the melted butter and stir to  
combine. Press the cookie/nut mixture evenly onto the sides and  
bottom of the pie plate. Bake in the preheated 375°F oven for  
5 minutes. Remove and let cool on a rack while continuing.  
Lower the oven temperature to 350°F.  
Place the eggs and remaining ingredients in the blender jar in the  
order listed; cover the blender jar. Set on Low and blend until smooth,  
about 10 to 15 seconds. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared  
cookie crust. Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 55 to 60 minutes.  
Center of the pie may appear slightly jiggly it will continue to set  
as the pie cools. Place the pie on a rack and cool completely before  
serving. Refrigerate after completely cool.  
DESSERTS/SWEET SAUCES  
COOKIE CRUST PUMPKIN PIE  
The traditional holiday favorite is made with a  
cookie crumb crust for a crunchy change.  
Makes 12 servings  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 252 (41% from fat) carb. 33g pro. 5g fat 12g  
sat. fat 4g chol. 42mg sod. 117mg calc. 129mg fiber 2g  
Crust:  
2
3
cup pecan halves  
45 vanilla wafers (may use reduced-fat wafers)  
1
3
cup unsalted butter, melted  
CHOCOLATE CHIP OATMEAL MUFFINS  
Pumpkin Filling:  
Makes 18 mini muffins  
2
1
large eggs  
cooking spray  
2  
cup brown sugar  
1
cup all-purpose flour  
1
1
can (12 ounces) evaporated fat free milk  
1
1
4  
cup granulated sugar  
teaspoon baking powder  
teaspoon salt  
can (15-16 ounces, 1 2 cups) solid pack pumpkin  
(not pie filling)  
1
1
1
tablespoon cornstarch  
cup molasses  
4
1
4
1
large egg  
1
1
1
tablespoon vanilla extract  
teaspoon cinnamon  
teaspoon ginger  
4
cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled  
cup whole milk  
1
4
1
1
2
teaspoon vanilla extract  
cup rolled oats, lightly toasted  
cup chopped walnuts  
cup semi sweet chocolate morsels  
1
1
4
teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg  
3
1
Preheat the oven to 375°F.  
3
1
3
Place the pecans in the blender jar; cover the blender jar. Set on Low  
and Pulse 8 to 10 times to chop finely. Remove and transfer to a 10"  
deep-dish pie plate. Place 15 cookies in the blender jar; cover the  
blender jar. Set on High and Pulse 5 times to chop the cookies, then  
blend for 10 seconds to pulverize; add the cookie crumbs to the nuts  
in the pie plate and repeat with the remaining cookies. Stir the nuts  
Preheat oven to 400° F. Lightly coat mini muffin tin with cooking spray.  
Place the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in the work bowl fitted  
with the chopping blade. Press the On button and combine ingredients  
using the high speed for 10 seconds. Remove and reserve.  
 
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Place the egg, butter, milk, and vanilla in the work bowl and process  
on high for 20 seconds. Add reserved dry ingredients and the  
oatmeal, walnuts, and chocolate morsels. Pulse until just combined.  
Scoop batter evenly into the muffin tin. Bake until puffed and golden,  
and a tester comes out clean, about 12-15 minutes. Transfer to a wire  
rack, cool slightly, serve warm.  
cream or softly whipped cream.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 359 (35% from fat) carb. 58g pro. 2g fat 15g  
sat. fat 7g chol. 27mg sod. 7mg calc. 26mg fiber 5g  
Nutritional information per muffin:  
Calories 106 (48% from fat) carb 12g pro 2g fat 6g  
sat fat 2g chol 19mg sod 51mg calc 10mg fiber 1g  
MINI CHIP CHEESECAKES  
Makes two 4-inch cheese cakes  
cooking spray  
APPLE CRISP  
2
ounces crispy oatmeal cookies or graham crackers,  
1
broken into 2-inch pieces  
Makes 6 servings  
1
2
tablespoon unsalted butter, cut in 4 pieces  
ounces lowfat cream cheese, cut in 16 pieces  
cup sugar  
cooking spray  
8
1
1
3
cup all-purpose flour  
4
1
3
cup light brown sugar, packed  
1
2
3
large egg  
7
tablespoons granulated sugar, divided  
cup unsalted butter, cut in 1/2-inch pieces  
cup regular oatmeal (not quick or instant)  
cup pecan or walnut pieces  
teaspoons vanilla extract  
1
3
tablespoons semisweet mini chocolate morsels  
Preheat the oven to 350º F. Lightly coat two 4-inch (114 cup)  
springform pans with cooking spray.  
1
2
1
3
1
Place the cookie pieces in the work bowl; press On. Press Pulse and  
pulse on High 5 times to break up. Add the butter and process 15-20  
seconds on High until buttered crumbs are formed. Press into the bot-  
toms of the two prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 10  
minutes. Place in the freezer for 5-10 minutes to cool completely.  
When cool, wrap each pan in a sheet of aluminum foil so that it comes  
at least 1 inch up the sides.  
2
teaspoon ground cinnamon  
1
3
large apples (about 1 ⁄  
2
pounds) Braeburn, Fuji, Golden  
Delicious or Granny Smith, Fuji, peeled, cored and quartered  
1
3
cup dried cranberries or raisins  
Arrange rack in lower third of oven. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat  
a 114 quart baking dish with cooking spray; reserve.  
Do not wash the work bowl. Place the cream cheese and sugar in  
the work bowl. Process 10 seconds on High to combine. Scrape the  
bottom and sides of the bowl; process 15 seconds longer until smooth  
and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla, process on High until smooth,  
20 seconds; scrape the bowl and process for another 5 seconds.  
Add mini morsels to work bowl. Pulse to blend in, 2-3 pulses.  
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Place in a  
larger pan and add hot water to the depth of 12inch. Bake in the pre-  
heated oven for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven, remove foil, and  
place on a rack to cool completely. Cover and refrigerate at least 4  
hours before serving. May be double-wrapped and frozen for up to  
Place the flour, brown sugar, and 4 tablespoons of the granulated  
sugar in the work bowl fitted with the chopping blade. Press On but-  
ton. Process on High for 10 seconds to combine. Add butter and Pulse  
on High until mixture resembles a coarse meal. Add oatmeal, nuts and  
cinnamon; pulse on High until the mixture resembles large crumbs,  
about 10 times. Press Off. Remove and reserve.  
Remove the metal blade and insert the slicing disc. Press On but-  
ton. Place apple quarters in feed tube. Press High to slice, using  
medium pressure. Transfer to a bowl and toss with remaining 3  
tablespoons granulated sugar and dried cranberries. Arrange with  
 
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1 month. Serve plain, topped with fresh berries, or with Quick Berry  
Sauce.  
Cool on a rack for 15 minutes before serving: serve warm with freshly  
whipped cream.  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 309 (60% from fat) carb 28g pro 4g fat 22g  
sat fat 10g chol 95mg sod 58mg calc 82mg fiber 3g  
Variation: To make Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes, add 2-3 tablespoons  
chocolate morsels to the batter when adding the cream cheese  
Nutritional information per serving:  
Calories 241 (43% from fat) carb. 30g pro. 4g fat 12g  
sat. fat 6g chol. 74mg sod. 120mg calc. 24mg fiber 2g  
QUICK BERRY SAUCE  
Serve with ice cream or cheesecake.  
PEAR AND HAZELNUT CLAFOUTI  
Makes about 2 cups  
Makes 8 servings  
12 ounces fresh or frozen, thawed strawberries or raspberries  
1
3
pears, approximately 9 ounces each, peeled, cored,  
and quartered  
2
cup red berry preserves  
tablespoon sugar  
1
1
1
1 3 tablespoons lemon juice  
tablespoon fresh lemon juice  
1
2
cup blanched hazelnuts  
cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar  
cup evaporated fat-free milk  
cup melted butter  
Place all ingredients in blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on High.  
Blend until smooth and completely puréed, 20 to 30 seconds.  
1
3
1
2
Strain mixture through a fine sieve to remove seeds; discard seeds.  
Store in an airtight container in refrigerator. Serve with desserts,  
pancakes or waffles.  
2
3
2
eggs  
Nutritional information per serving (based on 8 servings):  
Calories 128 (0% from fat) carb. 33g pro. 1g fat 0g  
sat. fat 0g chol. 0mg sod. 5mg calc. 14mg fiber 2g  
1
teaspoon vanilla extract  
cup all purpose flour  
1
2  
3
4  
teaspoon baking powder  
Preheat oven to 375°. Butter a 114-quart baking dish.  
CHOCOLATE SAUCE  
Insert the slicing disc in the work bowl. Place the pears in the feed  
tube, press the On button and use the high speed feature to slice  
them. Toss the pears with lemon juice and arrange evenly in buttered  
baking dish.  
Change the vanilla to mint for Mint Chocolate sauce.  
Makes 11⁄  
cups / 20 tablespoons  
4
Dry work bowl and insert the chopping blade. Process hazelnuts  
and sugar until nuts are finely ground 15 to 20 seconds. Add the  
evaporated milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, flour and baking powder.  
Process for 10 seconds. Mixture will be smooth and creamy do not  
over blend.  
4
4
ounces good-quality bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate,  
1
broken into 2" pieces  
1
ounces good-quality milk chocolate, broken into 2" pieces  
2
tablespoons sugar  
Pour the batter over the pears and sprinkle with the remaining sugar.  
Bake until golden brown and set, about 35 to 40 minutes.  
1
2
cup fat-free milk, heated until just bubbling around  
the edges  
 
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1
1 2 teaspoons vanilla  
Place the chocolates in the blender jar; cover blender jar. Set on Low.  
Pulse to chop the chocolates, 10 to 15 times. Add the sugar; process  
to chop, 20 seconds. With the blender running, remove the measured  
pour cup. Pour the hot milk slowly and carefully through the pour  
spout and blend until the chocolate is melted and smooth, 1 minute.  
Add the vanilla; blend to combine, 10 seconds. Serve warm or let cool;  
place in an airtight container and refrigerate. Reheat before serving.  
Nutritional information per serving (1 tablespoon):  
Calories 65 (50% from fat) carb. 8g pro. 1g fat 4g  
sat. fat 2g chol. 1g sod. 3mg calc. 11mg fiber 0g  
 
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