Cuisinart DLC-2007NC manual Preparing Food for Slicing and Shredding

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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.)

To make cake mix:

Your food processor work bowl is large enough for the preparation of an 18.5- ounce (524 g) packaged cake mix.

Insert the metal blade and add the cake mix to the work bowl. Press the ON button and while the machine is running, add the eggs and liquid through the small feed tube and process for 5 seconds.

Scrape down the sides of the work bowl and process 1 minute more for maximum volume. Do not remove the metal blade.

Insert a finger into the underside of the blade from the bottom of the work bowl to hold the blade in place while emptying the batter.

Tip:

After emptying cake batter or puréed soup from the work bowl, replace the bowl on the motor base and PULSE once. Centrifugal force will spin the batter off the blade onto the sides of the work bowl. Remove the blade, and use the spatula to scrape any remaining batter from the bowl.

PREPARING FOOD FOR SLICING AND SHREDDING

For disc assembly instructions, refer to Assembly Instructions.

Round fruits and vegetables:

Before processing onions, apples and other large, round fruits and vegeta- bles, cut the bottom ends flat to make the food lie stable on the disc.

Place the food in the feed tube, flat side down, as far left as possible, to prevent it from tilting when being processed.

Choose fruits that are firm and not too ripe. Remove large hard pits and seeds from fruits before processing. Seeds from citrus fruits need not be removed. Remove the rind before slicing or shredding, if desired.

Whole peppers are an exception:

Remove the stem and cut the stem end flat. Remove the core and scoop out the seeds. Leave the end opposite the stem whole, to keep the structure stiff. This ensures round, even slices.

Large fruits like pineapple:

Cut the ends flat, cut in half, and either core or remove the seeds. If nec- essary, cut the halves into smaller pieces to fit the feed tube.

Cabbage and iceberg lettuce:

Turn the head on its side and

slice off the top and bottom, leaving a centre section about 3 inches

(7.5 cm) deep. Remove the core, then cut in wedges to fit the feed tube. Remove the core from the bottom and

top pieces and cut into wedges to fit into the feed tube.

The optional 2mm and 1mm Slicing Discs are excellent for slicing cabbage for coleslaw.

If the fruit or vegetable doesn’t fit, try inserting it from the bottom of the feed tube, where the opening is slightly larger.

Pack the feed tube for desired results.

For long slices or shreds, cut the food in feed tube widths and pack the pieces horizontally.

For small, round slices or short shreds from carrots, zucchini and other long vegetables, cut in feed tube heights and pack tightly upright.

Food should fit snugly, but not so tightly that it prevents the pusher from moving.

When slicing or shredding, always use the pusher.

Never put your fingers or a spatula into the feed tube.

Never push down hard on the pusher. Use light pressure for soft fruits and vegetables like bananas, mushrooms, strawberries and tomatoes, and for all cheese. Use medium pressure for most food: apples, celery, citrus fruit, potatoes and zucchini. Use

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Contents DLC-2007NC Recommended work bowl capacity for various foods Cm pizzasWhen Removing Blade Important Unpacking InstructionsTable of Contents Cleaning Getting ReadyBlades are sharp OperationIntroduction Assembly Instructions Machine IncludesBlade Operation Disc OperationMachine Functions Operating InstructionsOn Continuous Be sure your hands are dryTechniques for Chopping and Puréeing with the Metal Blade To chop meat, poultry, fish and seafood To purée meat, poultry, fish and seafoodTo chop nuts To make peanut butter and other nut buttersTo beat egg whites To whip creamTo make crumbs and crumb crusts To make pastryPreparing Food for Slicing and Shredding Practicing Slicing Shredding RemovingSliced or Shredded Food Slicing Meat Poultry Slicing and Shredding CheeseTechniques for Kneading Yeast Dough with the Dough Blade Adding liquids Kneading bread doughKneading sweet dough RisingDough doesn’t clean inside of work bowl Dough feels tough after kneadingSoft dough or liquid leaks onto base of food processor Motor stopsProblems and Solutions with Typical Sweet Doughs Motor slows downTEN Year Full Warranty on Motor Extreme cases, it could take an hourPage Recipe Table of Contents Appetizers Fresh Tomato and Corn SalsaHummus 2 tablespoons 25 ml extra virgin olive oilJalapeño Jack Wafers Cm piecesSeeded Cup 175 ml all-purpose flour Teaspoon 3 ml dry cilantroSoups Vegetarian Potato and Split Pea SoupGazpacho PepperCut into1-inch 2.5 cm pieces Breads Classic Cuisinart White BreadPecan Sticky Buns To make doughTo make topping / assemble buns Sesame Dinner Rolls Basic Pizza DoughTeaspoon 5 ml water FlourCranberry Orange Bread Sauces and Dressings Basic MayonnaiseLemon juice Pinch of cayenne Teaspoon 5 ml wine vinegar Basic Vinaigrette PestoClove garlic Preparation 5 to 10 minutesCranberry Relish with Toasted Walnuts Simple Tomato SauceChocolate Sauce Tablespoons 25 ml superfine or bar sugarOunces 113 g good quality milk Chocolate Lindt, CallebautEntrées East-West Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with PastaCup 50 ml slivered almonds, lightly toasted Salmon and Pesto Potatoes Hearty Turkey Chili Cincinnati Style 2 cup 375 ml waterPizza Pesto, Cheese & Fresh Tomato PizzaSides French Cut Green Beans with ShallotsSavoury Sweet Potatoes with Onions & Currants Asian Slaw with Peanut Dressing Green onions, trimmed, cut to fit feed tubeSmall 4 ounce 113 g red bell Cup 125 ml drained nonfat plain yogurt Drain the onions and squeeze dry. Discard the soaking liquidRoasted Garlic Parmesan Twice Baked Potatoes Desserts Toffee BrowniesDouble Chocolate Chunk Cookies As Heath brandDark Chocolate Ganache Truffles Basic Cheesecake Carrot Cake Cup 125 ml golden raisinsJust combined White Chocolate Cream Cheese FrostingBasic Flaky Pastry Dough Deep Dish Pear and Apple Pie All-purpose flourEach, peeled, cored QuarteredIB-5053-CAN

DLC-2007NC specifications

The Cuisinart DLC-2007NC is an exceptional food processor that has established itself as a go-to kitchen appliance for home chefs and culinary enthusiasts alike. Renowned for its versatility, durability, and user-friendly design, this model is perfect for a range of cooking tasks, from chopping vegetables to preparing complex meals.

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The DLC-2007NC comes equipped with a variety of stainless-steel blades and discs, including a chopping/mixing blade, slicing disk, and shredding disk. This versatility enables users to achieve different textures and preparations, from finely chopped herbs to perfectly sliced vegetables or shredded cheese. The simple mechanism for changing the blades and discs makes it easy for cooks of all skill levels to switch between tasks seamlessly.

Featuring a simple and intuitive design, the food processor is easy to operate, with a straightforward control panel that includes on, off, and pulse buttons. The transparent work bowl allows for clear visibility of the ingredients as they are processed, ensuring precision in preparation. Additionally, the wide feed tube eliminates the need for pre-cutting smaller vegetables, streamlining the cooking process.

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