Cuisinart DLC-2007N manual

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET Premier Series 7-Cup Food Processor DLC-2007N 03CU13535 DLC-2007N IB-5053 10/2/03 2:36 PM Page 1[...]

Recommended work bowl capacity for various foods FOOD CAP ACITY Chopped Fruits 7 cups processed food and V egetables Chopped or Puréed 1-1/4 pounds meat, cut in 1 inch or smaller cubes, chilled Meat, Poultry , Fish or Seafood Bread Dough 4 cups flour (32 ounces), yielding two 1-pound loaves Pizza Dough 3 cups flour (26 ounces), yielding 3 12-inch [...]

IMPOR T ANT UNP ACKING INSTRUCTIONS This package contains a Cuisinart ® Premier Series 7-Cup Food Processor , and the standard parts for it: Work bowl, work bowl cover , large and small push- ers, dough blade, metal chopping/mixing blade, slic- ing disc, shredding disc, detachable disc stem for discs, spatula, how-to video and recipe/instruction b[...]

3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Recommended Capacities . . . . . . . . . . 1 Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Machine Includes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Machine Functions [...]

4 Carefully read all instructions before using this appliance. IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance. Getting Ready 1. Read all instructions. 2. Blades are sharp. Handle them carefully . 3. Always unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, before removing food and bef[...]

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Cuisinart ® Premier Series 7-Cup Food Processor . This product is the ultimate food preparation tool, and it comes from the originator of the American food processor , Cuisinart. The Cuisinart ® Premier Series 7-Cup Food Processor has all the elements of quality that Cuisinart is known for , incl[...]

THE MACHINE INCLUDES: 1. Housing base with a vertically projecting shaft and convenient touchpad control panel. 2. 7-cup work bowl. 3. Cover with extra large feed tube. 4. Pusher assembly that slides inside the feed tube. 5. Dough blade. 6. Sharp metal chop- ping/mixing blade. 7. Serrated slicing disc. 8. Shredding disc. 9. Detachable stem for disc[...]

5. Place work bowl cover onto work bowl, with the handle area just to the left of center . T urn counterclockwise to lock onto work bowl. 6. Align pusher with the feed tube opening on the work bowl cover and slide the activating rod down to the bottom. 7. Use the cord wrap on the housing base underside to add or remove cord. 8. Y ou are now ready t[...]

Grab the blade hub, and remove the metal blade before tilting the bowl, using a spatula to scrape off any food. Then carefully lift the blade out of the work bowl. Or insert your finger through the hole in the bottom of the work bowl, gripping the blade from the bottom, and grip the outside of the work bowl with your thumb. Or hold the blade in pla[...]

9 Cut the peel into lengths of 2 inches (5cm) or less and process with 1/2 cup (125 ml) of granulated sugar until finely chopped. This may take 2 minutes or longer . For sticky fruit like dates, raisins, prunes and candied fruit, first freeze the fruit for about 10 minutes. Add some of the flour called for in the recipe to the fruit. Use no more th[...]

10 For a “one egg” batch of basic mayonnaise made with pasteurized liquid eggs, place 1/4 cup pas- teurized liquid eggs, 2 tablespoons wine vinegar or lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a pinch of ground white pepper in the work bowl. With the machine running, add 1/2 cup of vegetable oil to the small pusher and a[...]

11 Process by pulsing, inspecting after each pulse. Stop pulsing as soon as the dry ingredients have almost disappeared into the batter . Overprocessing will cause quick breads and cakes to be tough. (If your recipe calls for ingredients that are to be coarsely chopped – like raisins or nuts – add them last with the mixed dry ingredients.) T o [...]

apples, celery , citrus fruit, potatoes and zucchini. Use firm pressure for hard vegetables like carrots and yams. PRACTICING SLICING AND SHREDDING 1. Insert a slicing or shredding disc, put the cover on the work bowl and insert the food in the feed tube. 2. Slide the pusher into place, and apply pressure to the pusher while pressing down the PULSE[...]

13 With the optional Square Julienne Disc, you can make square julienne strips in one operation. SLICING MEA T AND POUL TRY Cooked meat and poultry: The food must be very cold. If possible, use a piece of food just large enough to fit in the feed tube. T o make julienne strips of ham, bologna or luncheon meat, stack slices, then roll or fold them d[...]

well if thoroughly chilled. Hard cheeses like Parmesan shred well only at room temperature. Therefore, only attempt to slice or shred mozzarella when well chilled, and Parmesan when at room temperature. TECHNIQUES FOR KNEADING YEAST DOUGH WITH THE DOUGH BLADE The Premier Series 7-Cup Food Processor is designed to mix and knead dough in a fraction o[...]

15 them almost whole, add them 5 seconds before you stop kneading. For a finer texture, add them sooner .) Adding liquids All liquid should be added through the small feed tube while the machine is run- ning. Add liquid in a slow , steady stream, only as fast as dry ingredients absorb it. If liquid sloshes or splat- ters, stop adding it but do not [...]

Excessively sticky dough can cause blade to rise even though it cleans inside of work bowl. If dough feels very sticky , reinsert blade and immedi- ately add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) flour through small feed tube while machine is running. Dough doesn’t clean inside of work bowl: • Amount of dough may exceed maximum capacity of your food processor [...]

17 after all ingredients are incorporated. Rich doughs will give you good results after only 30 seconds of kneading. Blade doesn’t incorporate ingredients: Butter or margarine, if not melted, must be cut into tablespoon-size pieces before being added to work bowl. Dough blade rises in work bowl: Blade may not have been pushed down as far as possi[...]

FOR YOUR SAFETY Like all powerful electrical appliances, a Premier Series Food Processor should be handled with care. Follow these guide- lines to protect yourself and your family from misuse that could cause injury . Handle and store metal blades and discs carefully . Their cutting edges are very sharp. Always place discs on flat stable surface be[...]

19 benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of pur- chase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture. If your Cuisinart ® Premier Series 7-Cup Food Processor should prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary , replace it, without charge to you. T[...]

Recipe T able of Contents Appetizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Soups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Breads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Sauces and Dr essings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Sides . . . . . [...]

Hummus Serve this popular Middle Eastern sauce with the traditional pita wedges or as a dip for fresh vegetable crudités. Makes 2 cups /32 tablespoons 1/4 cup Italian parsley leaves, washed and dried 2 strips lemon zest, 2 x 1/2 inches, bitter white pith scraped off 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 small cloves garlic 1 large can (28 - ounce) chickpeas,[...]

22 Insert the metal blade. Use the pulse to chop the parsley , 10 to 15 times. Remove and reserve. Chop the lemon zest with the kosher salt using the pulse, 10 times. With the machine running, drop the garlic down the feed tube; process 10 seconds to chop. Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, water , and cumin to the work bowl; process 6[...]

23 Soups 1 small carrot, peeled, cut to fit feed tube vertically 1 small celery rib, peeled, cut to fit feed tube vertically 1 small onion, peeled, cut in half 1-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small garlic clove, peeled 2-1/3 cups water 1-1/2 cups reduced fat, low-sodium vegetable broth 1 small potato (about 5 ounces) 1/2 pound split green peas,[...]

24 Gazpacho Always served well chilled, this refreshing summer favorite has its origins in the Andalusian region of Spain. Makes four 8-ounce servings 1 garlic clove, peeled 1 small jalapeño pepper , seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup fresh cilantro 4 small scallions, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 green bell pepper , cored, seeded, cut i[...]

Classic White Bread Fresh homemade bread is simple to make with your Cuisinart ® Food Processor . Makes 16 servings (2 loaves, 1 pound each) 1 package active dry yeast 2 teaspoons sugar 1/3 cup warm water (105° - 1 15°F) 4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons unsalted butter , in 1-inch pieces 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1 cup cold water Coo[...]

26 Pecan Sticky Buns Pecan Sticky Buns are so good that it is hard to eat just one! Makes nine servings Sweet Dough: 1 package active dry yeast 1/4 cup warm water (105° - 1 15°F) 2-1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1/4 cup unsalted butter , in 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup sugar , divided 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup fat free milk 1 large egg Cooking sp[...]

Sesame Dinner Rolls Fresh, warm rolls make any dinner extra special. Makes 16 rolls 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons evaporated fat free milk 1 package active dry yeast 1-1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 large egg, beaten 2-3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , in 1-inch pieces 1 teaspoon salt Cooking spray 1 large egg 1 teaspoon wate[...]

28 In a 2-cup liquid measure, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water . Let stand until foamy , about 3 to 5 minutes. Insert metal blade in work bowl and add flour , olive oil and salt. Add cold water to yeast mixture. With machine running, pour liquid through small feed tube as fast as flour absorbs it. Process until dough cleans sides of work bowl[...]

Basic Mayonnaise (The American Egg Board recommends using the freshest eggs and then heating them to kill salmonella bacteria. This recipe uses a procedure suggested by cookbook author and food sleuth Shirley Corriher for heating the eggs to sanitize them. The results are definitely worth the ef fort. Proper refrigeration and storage is necessary .[...]

30 Basic Vinaigr ette This basic vinaigrette is perfect for a crisp green salad. Makes about 3/4 cup 1 clove garlic, peeled 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard 1/4 cup wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup vegetable oil Nutritional analysis per tablespoon: Calories 1 10 (96% fr[...]

1/2 cup walnut halves 1/2 cup sugar 5 strips orange zest 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (do not thaw if using frozen berries) 1/2 large navel orange, peeled, cut into quarters Nutritional analysis per 2 tablespoons: Calories 52 (29% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 1g • fat 2g sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 0mg • fiber 1g 31 Preheat oven[...]

32 Using the metal blade, pulse the sauce 15 times for a rustic, chunky sauce, or process for 2 minutes for a smooth sauce. The sauce is now ready to use for pasta. If you want a sauce for pizza, return the sauce to the pan. Simmer , uncovered, over low heat, for 30 – 40 minutes to reduce, stirring now and then. T ransfer the reduced sauce to a b[...]

East-W est Chicken and V egetable Stir -Fry with Pasta Asian flavors blend with Italian Reggiano Parmesan and pasta in this colorful and delicious stir-fry . Makes 4 servings 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 – 8) ounces each) 8 ounces dry pasta shapes such as fusilli, radiatore, penne, or double elbows 1 ounce Reggiano Parmesan chees[...]

34 reserve. Add the remaining sesame oil to the pan. When hot, add the garlic and ginger; stir-fry 10 seconds. Add the sliced broccoli stems and carrots. Stir-fry for 45 seconds. Add the broc- coli flowerets and sliced red bell pepper; stir-fry for another 30 seconds. Return the cooked chicken to the pan along with the soy sauce and sherry , and co[...]

Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 302 (16% from fat) • carb. 20g • pro. 43g • fat 5g sat. fat 1g • chol. 106mg • sod. 701mg • fiber 5g Insert the 4 mm slicing disc; use medium pressure to slice the peppers, then remove and reserve. Insert the metal blade. With the machine running, drop the garlic through the small feed tube and[...]

Pesto, Cheese & Fresh T omato Pizza Homemade pesto and fresh, ripe tomatoes make this a great summertime pizza. Makes one 14-inch pizza or two 9-inch pizzas, to serve 4 Pizza Dough, p. 27 1/2 pound firm but ripe plum tomatoes 1/2 ounce Reggiano Parmesan, cut in 1/2-inch cubes 2 ounces fresh mozzarella, very well chilled 1-1/2 ounces Italian fon[...]

Insert 4 mm slicing disc in food processor . Place beans horizontally in large feed tube and process using light pressure. Remove and reserve. Insert metal blade. Process shallot until finely chopped, about 5 seconds. W arm oil in a 3-1/2-quart sauté pan over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and sauté until soft but not browned, about 2 minutes.[...]

Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 269 (18% from fat) • carb. 64g • pro. 5g • fat 4g sat.fat 4g • chol. 16mg • sod. 182mg • fiber 2g 38 Preheat the oven to 350˚ F . Spray an 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan (8 cup) with cooking spray . Set aside. Insert the metal blade. Process the bread until it becomes coarse crumbs, 15 to 20 seconds. With[...]

Creamy T arragon V idalias Serve alongside a roasted tenderloin of beef. Makes 3 cups 3/4 cup water 1/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup rice wine vinegar 1-1/2 pounds Vidalia onions, or any other sweet onion such as W allaW alla, Oso, Rio, Maui, or T exas 1015, peeled and cut in half vertically 1/2 cup drained nonfat plain yogurt * 1/4 cup mayonnaise, p.29, or p[...]

Insert the metal blade. Process the drained yogurt, mayonnaise, tarragon, salt and pepper until smooth, about 10 seconds. Add to drained onions and toss to combine well. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop. *T o drain yogurt: Line a sieve with a double layer of cheesecloth or a paper coffee filter an[...]

Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies Chocolate heaven! Makes 24 cookies 4 ounces milk chocolate, chilled, broken into 1-inch pieces 4 ounces white chocolate, chilled, broken into 1-inch pieces 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose unbleached flour 1/3 cup pecan halves 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 large egg 6 tablespoons firmly packed light[...]

42 Preheat oven to 375˚ F . Insert the metal blade and add chocolates. Use quick pulses to coarsely chop, about 10 to 12 times. Remove and reserve. Add flour , pecans, soda and salt; process to combine, about 5 seconds. Remove and reserve. Process egg and sugars for 1 minute. Scrape work bowl. Add butter and vanilla; process for 1 minute. Scrape w[...]

Insert the metal blade. Process the graham crackers until they are fine crumbs; add the sugar and the butter through the feed tube and process until the butter can no longer be seen. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Put in the freezer until ready to fill. Wipe out the work bowl with a paper towel. Insert the metal blade. Process the cream[...]

44 3/4 pound carrots peeled 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon ginger 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 cup brown sugar , packed 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 large eggs 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla 3/4 cup pecans or walnuts, lightly toasted (3 ounces) 1/2 cup go[...]

Nutritional analysis per serving (single crust-double for 2 crusts): Calories 143 (62% from fat) • carb. 12g • pro. 2g • fat 10g sat. fat 5g • chol. 21mg • sod. 55mg • fiber 0g Insert the metal blade. Process the flour , salt and baking powder to sift, 10 seconds. Add the well-chilled butter and shortening. Use short rapid pulses until [...]

46 Deep Dish Pear and Apple Pie Pears and apples combine to make a delightful taste combination. Y ou may also choose to use all pears or all apples. Makes a 10-inch deep dish pie - 12 servings Pastry for a 2-crust pie, p.45 3 ripe but firm pears, about 8 ounces each, peeled, cored and quartered 3 Granny Smith Apples, about 8 ounces each, peeled, c[...]

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