Walnut Pesto Sauce, Lemon Garlic Butter | Cuisinart DLC-1 specification

1tablespoon prepared mustard (Dijon-style)

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper

1/2 cup (4 ounces, 125 ml) light mayonnaise

Insert blade using SHARP edge. Add all ingredients except mayonnaise to Prep Bowl and process at HI speed to blend, about 40 seconds. Scrape Prep Bowl, add mayonnaise and blend well at HI speed, about 40 seconds.

Makes 1 cup (8 ounces, 250 ml) or four 2-ounce (60 ml) servings.

WALNUT PESTO SAUCE

1ounce (28g) Romano cheese 1/4 cup (1 ounce, 28g) walnuts

1large garlic clove (3/4 ounce, 21g) 1/2 cup (4 ounces, 125 ml)

vegetable oil

1cup (1/2 ounce, 14g) tightly packed basil leaves

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper

Insert blade using BLUNT edge.* Cut cheese into 1/2-inch (1cm) pieces. Add to Prep Bowl with walnuts. Chop coarsely at HI speed about 10 seconds. Add garlic, oil and basil leaves. Process at HI speed to purée, about 45 seconds. Scrape Prep Bowl. Add salt and pepper, and process to blend at HI speed, 10 seconds.

Makes about 1 cup (8 ounces, 250 ml).

If cheese is not extremely hard, use the sharp edge to process. Then reverse blade to Blunt edge for remainder of recipe.

LEMON GARLIC BUTTER

1/4 cup (3.5g) tightly packed parsley leaves

1/2 teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary leaves

1large garlic clove (3/4 ounce, 21g)

2tablespoons lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard (Dijon-style)

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper

1/2 cup (4 ounces, 113g) unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces, at room temperature.

Insert blade using SHARP edge. Process parsley and rosemary at HI speed until finely chopped, about 20 seconds. Add remaining ingredients, except butter. Process at HI speed to blend well, about 30 seconds. Scrape Prep Bowl. Remove blade and reinsert using BLUNT edge. Add butter and process at LO speed to cream, about 30 seconds.

Makes about 1/2 cup (5 ounces, 140g).

CAJUN SPICE BLEND

The DLC-1 Mini-Prep®Processor grinds spices to a homogeneous fine blend. Comparable prepared spice mixtures cost more and are not as fresh as those you make yourself.

This blend of spices is an excellent seasoning to rub on fish, poultry or pork. It can also be added to bread crumbs for use as a coating or stuffing. For a milder spice blend, reduce the amount of white

peppercorns, cayenne pepper and chili powder to taste.

1 tablespoon coriander seed

1tablespoon dried, minced onion

1teaspoon dried, minced garlic

1teaspoon mustard seed

1teaspoon whole white pepper-corns

2tablespoons paprika

1tablespoon dried parsley flakes 1/2 tablespoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon celery salt 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground sage 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Insert blade using BLUNT edge. Add coriander, onion, garlic, mustard seed and peppercorns. Process at HI speed until seeds are finely ground, about 30 seconds. Add remaining ingredients and process at HI speed to blend well, about 30 seconds.

Makes about 1-1/2 ounces (42g) of Cajun Spice Blend. The Cajun Spice Blend may be stored in a tighlly sealed jar in a cool, dark place for several months.

GROUND COFFEE BEANS

1/2 cup (2 ounces, 60g) coffee beans

Insert blade using BLUNT edge. Add beans. Run at HI speed for

30 seconds. For a finer grind, process

30 seconds more.

Makes 1/2 cup (2 ounces, 60g) ground coffee.

DLC-1 specifications

The Cuisinart DLC-1 is a compact food processor that is designed to bring efficiency and convenience to food preparation tasks. With a sleek design and robust features, this model is perfect for home cooks looking to enhance their culinary experience. One of the standout characteristics of the DLC-1 is its powerful motor, which can effortlessly handle a variety of food processing tasks, from chopping vegetables to making purees and sauces.

This food processor comes equipped with a 21-ounce work bowl, which is ideal for smaller quantities of ingredients. Despite its compact size, the DLC-1 does not compromise on performance. The stainless steel blade is designed for precision cutting, ensuring that ingredients are processed to the desired consistency. Additionally, the bowl and blade are dishwasher safe, making cleanup after cooking simple and hassle-free.

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In summary, the Cuisinart DLC-1 is a versatile and powerful food processor that excels in delivering performance without sacrificing convenience or safety. Its thoughtful design, robust features, and user-friendly operation make it an essential tool for both novice and experienced chefs. Whether you need to chop, slice, or puree, the DLC-1 is ready to tackle your culinary challenges with ease.