Guacamole, Tapenade, Pesto | Cuisinart DLC-2A Series specs

Recipe Notes:

Preparation times are estimates and are based on the time it takes to prepare, assemble, and cook the ingredients once they have been gath- ered from the refrigerator and cupboard and placed on the counter.

Nutritional analyses are based on number of servings indicated. If a recipe produces a range of servings, the nutritional analysis is based on the highest serving yield for that particular recipe.

Guacamole

This popular Mexican specialty is delicious with chips and vegetable crudités, or it can be used as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.

Makes 1-1/3 cups

1clove garlic, peeled

2green onions, trimmed and cut in

1/2 inch pieces

1jalapeño pepper, cored, seeded and cut in 1/2 inch pieces

2ripe avocados, peeled and pitted, diced

2tablespoons fresh lime juice (juice of 1 medium lime)

1/2 teaspoon cumin powder

1/4 teaspoon powdered coriander 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 cup finely chopped fresh tomatoes (optional) *

Place the garlic, green onions, and jalapeño pep- per in the work bowl. Pulse on chop 10 times; scrape the bottom and sides of the work bowl. Add the avocado, lime juice, cumin, coriander and salt. Pulse on chop 10 times, then process on chop continuously for 15 seconds; scrape the work bowl. Process on chop for another 15 to 20 seconds until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a

serving bowl; cover and refrigerate for 30 min- utes before serving to allow the flavors to blend. If desired, stir in or top with chopped fresh toma- toes.

*Core and seed tomato, cut into 1/2 inch pieces, then chop.

Nutritional analysis per serving (3 tablespoons):

Calories 81 (72% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 0g • fat 7g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 97mg • calc. 4mg • fiber 4g

Tapenade

A favorite from the Provençal region of France.

1clove garlic, peeled

1anchovy fillet

8ounces pitted Niçoise or other imported olives (10 ounces before pitting)

3tablespoons capers

1-1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

1tablespoon lemon juice

1tablespoon brandy (optional)

2teaspoons herbs de Provence or thyme 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

4tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Chop the garlic for 5 seconds; scrape the work bowl. Add the anchovy, olives, and capers; pulse on chop, 10 times; scrape the work bowl. Add the mustard, lemon juice, brandy (if using), herbs and pepper. Process for 15 seconds on chop; scrape the work bowl. Process for 15 seconds longer; scrape the work bowl again and add the olive oil. Process until a thick paste forms, about 20 to 30 seconds more. Transfer to a container and let the tapenade stand for 30 minutes or longer before serving, to allow the flavors to blend. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutritional analysis per tablespoon: Calories 95 (87% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 1g • fat 10g • sat. fat 1g • chol. 0mg • sod. 680mg • calc. 21mg • fiber 1g

Pesto

It is a favorite for dressing pasta but is also won- derful on boiled or steamed potatoes, steamed fresh vegetables, or as a spread on a fresh tomato and mozzarella sandwich. You may vary your pesto by using other herbs such as cilantro, mint or parsley and by using other nuts such as almonds, pecans or hazelnuts.

Makes about 1/2 cup

Preparation: 10 – 15 minutes

1ounce Reggiano Parmesan, cut in 1/2 inch cubes

1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts

1clove garlic, peeled 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1cup (packed) fresh basil leaves, washed and dried completely

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Place the cheese in the work bowl and pulse on chop 5 times; process continuously on chop until finely ground, about 15 seconds. Remove and reserve. Add the nuts to the work bowl and pulse on chop 5 times; remove and reserve. Add the garlic and salt to the work bowl and process 5 seconds on chop; scrape the bottom and sides of the work bowl. Add the basil leaves and half the olive oil. Pulse on grind 10 times, then grind continuously for about 15 seconds.

Scrape the work bowl. With the machine running on grind, add the oil slowly, in a steady stream, through one of the holes in the recessed area of the lid. After all the oil has been added, process on grind for an additional 10 seconds. Add the reserved cheese and nuts to the mixture. Pulse 10 times on chop to blend. Let the pesto sit for

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