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#*If you don’t have the manual, you can find usually find one on the manufacturer's website. | #*If you don’t have the manual, you can find usually find one on the manufacturer's website. | ||
#Assemble the food processor. Every brand of food processor is different. However, most models are assembled in a similar fashion. First, secure the plastic bowl to the electric base. Next, slide the blade into place. Wiggle the bowl slightly to be sure that everything is tightened into place. | #Assemble the food processor. Every brand of food processor is different. However, most models are assembled in a similar fashion. First, secure the plastic bowl to the electric base. Next, slide the blade into place. Wiggle the bowl slightly to be sure that everything is tightened into place. | ||
| − | #*Always keep the processor unplugged when assembling it or changing the blades.<ref> https://www.kitchenreviewsdirect.com/blog/food-processor-safety-tips/</ref> | + | #*Always keep the processor unplugged when assembling it or changing the blades.<ref name="rf1"> https://www.kitchenreviewsdirect.com/blog/food-processor-safety-tips/</ref> |
#Add your recipe ingredients. Some recipes ask you to blend everything at once instead of adding ingredients one at a time. If so, you can add all the ingredients to the processor before closing the lid and turning it on. | #Add your recipe ingredients. Some recipes ask you to blend everything at once instead of adding ingredients one at a time. If so, you can add all the ingredients to the processor before closing the lid and turning it on. | ||
#*If you’re adding liquids, make sure you don’t pass the “fill” line on the side of the plastic bowl. | #*If you’re adding liquids, make sure you don’t pass the “fill” line on the side of the plastic bowl. | ||
#*Any hot ingredients should be cooled to room temperature before adding them to the food processor. | #*Any hot ingredients should be cooled to room temperature before adding them to the food processor. | ||
| − | #*Chop large ingredients into smaller chunks to help them blend more easily.<ref> http://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/common-mistakes/article/food-processor-common-mistakes</ref> | + | #*Chop large ingredients into smaller chunks to help them blend more easily.<ref name="rf2"> http://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/common-mistakes/article/food-processor-common-mistakes</ref> |
#Process your food. First, secure the lid onto the food processor. Most food processors won’t run until the lid is firmly in place. Next, begin processing your food. Most food processors have a “pulse” button and a “run” button. These buttons can be used to chop, blend, or liquefy food. | #Process your food. First, secure the lid onto the food processor. Most food processors won’t run until the lid is firmly in place. Next, begin processing your food. Most food processors have a “pulse” button and a “run” button. These buttons can be used to chop, blend, or liquefy food. | ||
#*The “run” button blends things continuously. This button is usually used to create mayo, blend ingredients into a smooth soup, or create chunk-free sauces. | #*The “run” button blends things continuously. This button is usually used to create mayo, blend ingredients into a smooth soup, or create chunk-free sauces. | ||
| − | #*The “pulse” button is usually used to chop food. The processor will only run when you’re holding the button down. Press the button in one second intervals until the food is chopped the way you like it.<ref | + | #*The “pulse” button is usually used to chop food. The processor will only run when you’re holding the button down. Press the button in one second intervals until the food is chopped the way you like it.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*If your processor has more than two buttons, refer to your manufacturer manual for usage tips. | #*If your processor has more than two buttons, refer to your manufacturer manual for usage tips. | ||
| − | #Add any additional ingredients. Some recipes ask you to add certain ingredients slowly throughout the blending process. If your food processor has a tube on the lid, you can add the ingredients while the processor is running. Use the plastic or metal tamper to press food into the processor.<ref | + | #Add any additional ingredients. Some recipes ask you to add certain ingredients slowly throughout the blending process. If your food processor has a tube on the lid, you can add the ingredients while the processor is running. Use the plastic or metal tamper to press food into the processor.<ref name="rf1" /> |
#*If your food processor doesn’t have a tube, turn off the processor and remove the lid to add any additional ingredients. | #*If your food processor doesn’t have a tube, turn off the processor and remove the lid to add any additional ingredients. | ||
| − | #Clean your processor. Once you’ve completed your recipe, pour it into a serving dish. Next, move the plastic parts and blades into your sink and wash them with soap and water. Use a damp cloth to wipe down the electric part, removing any smears of food or liquid.<ref>http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-clean-a-food-processor-lid-blade-and-handle-cleaning-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203298</ref> | + | #Clean your processor. Once you’ve completed your recipe, pour it into a serving dish. Next, move the plastic parts and blades into your sink and wash them with soap and water. Use a damp cloth to wipe down the electric part, removing any smears of food or liquid.<ref name="rf3">http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-clean-a-food-processor-lid-blade-and-handle-cleaning-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203298</ref> |
#*Let the parts dry before reassembling the food processor. | #*Let the parts dry before reassembling the food processor. | ||
#*Never submerge the electric section in water, especially when it’s plugged in. It will ruin the food processor and potentially electrocute you. | #*Never submerge the electric section in water, especially when it’s plugged in. It will ruin the food processor and potentially electrocute you. | ||
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#Insert the S-shaped blade. The S-shaped blade is the standard food processing blade that every model comes with. This blade can be used to chop fruits and vegetables, puree soups and sauces, and grind dry ingredients into a powder. | #Insert the S-shaped blade. The S-shaped blade is the standard food processing blade that every model comes with. This blade can be used to chop fruits and vegetables, puree soups and sauces, and grind dry ingredients into a powder. | ||
#*If a recipe doesn’t specify a blade attachment, use this blade. | #*If a recipe doesn’t specify a blade attachment, use this blade. | ||
| − | #Choose the slicing disk. The slicing disk is an attachment that sits near the lid of the food processor. This attachment is usually connected to the blade mount with a long, plastic, detachable stem.<ref> http://www.thekitchn.com/a-guide-to-the-food-processor-blades-and-discs-youre-not-using-228700</ref> The slicing disk is used to slice fruits and vegetables into thin, circular pieces. For example: | + | #Choose the slicing disk. The slicing disk is an attachment that sits near the lid of the food processor. This attachment is usually connected to the blade mount with a long, plastic, detachable stem.<ref name="rf4"> http://www.thekitchn.com/a-guide-to-the-food-processor-blades-and-discs-youre-not-using-228700</ref> The slicing disk is used to slice fruits and vegetables into thin, circular pieces. For example: |
#*Slice peeled potatoes into thin disks for [[Make Scalloped Potatoes|scalloped potatoes]] or [[Make Potato Chips|potato chips.]] | #*Slice peeled potatoes into thin disks for [[Make Scalloped Potatoes|scalloped potatoes]] or [[Make Potato Chips|potato chips.]] | ||
#*Slice a variety of vegetables such as zucchini, sweet potatoes, and carrots into thin slices for veggie chips. | #*Slice a variety of vegetables such as zucchini, sweet potatoes, and carrots into thin slices for veggie chips. | ||
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#*Instead of grating a block of cheese by hand, use your food processor to quickly grate the entire thing. | #*Instead of grating a block of cheese by hand, use your food processor to quickly grate the entire thing. | ||
#*Grate a variety of cabbage, beets, and carrots for your favorite [[Make Coleslaw|coleslaw]] recipe. | #*Grate a variety of cabbage, beets, and carrots for your favorite [[Make Coleslaw|coleslaw]] recipe. | ||
| − | #*Quickly shred a few potatoes for a batch of [[Make Potato Latkes|latkes]] or [[Make Hash Browns|hash browns.]]<ref> https://www.buzzfeed.com/christinebyrne/food-processor-magic?utm_term=.ix3NQbEw4#.inavRd0eB</ref> | + | #*Quickly shred a few potatoes for a batch of [[Make Potato Latkes|latkes]] or [[Make Hash Browns|hash browns.]]<ref name="rf5"> https://www.buzzfeed.com/christinebyrne/food-processor-magic?utm_term=.ix3NQbEw4#.inavRd0eB</ref> |
| − | #Knead dough with the dough blade. Some higher end food processors come with a dough blade attachment. This attachment is usually placed on the blade mount in the same position as the S-shaped blade.<ref | + | #Knead dough with the dough blade. Some higher end food processors come with a dough blade attachment. This attachment is usually placed on the blade mount in the same position as the S-shaped blade.<ref name="rf4" /> This blade can be used to knead: |
#*Pizza dough | #*Pizza dough | ||
#*Pasta dough | #*Pasta dough | ||
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#*Bread dough | #*Bread dough | ||
===Enjoying Food Processor Recipes=== | ===Enjoying Food Processor Recipes=== | ||
| − | #Make banana Nutella “ice cream.” First, freeze a bunch of bananas overnight. Next, peel the bananas and place them in your food processor. Blend them until the mixture is smooth. Add a large dollop of Nutella. Blend the Nutella into the frozen banana and serve it immediately.<ref | + | #Make banana Nutella “ice cream.” First, freeze a bunch of bananas overnight. Next, peel the bananas and place them in your food processor. Blend them until the mixture is smooth. Add a large dollop of Nutella. Blend the Nutella into the frozen banana and serve it immediately.<ref name="rf5" /> |
#*For a stronger Nutella flavor, add several dollops of Nutella. | #*For a stronger Nutella flavor, add several dollops of Nutella. | ||
#*Top your scoops of banana Nutella “ice cream” with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and cherries. | #*Top your scoops of banana Nutella “ice cream” with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and cherries. | ||
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#*1 clove of garlic | #*1 clove of garlic | ||
#*1 teaspoon of salt | #*1 teaspoon of salt | ||
| − | #*1/2 teaspoon of black pepper<ref> http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-hummus-from-scratch-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-107560</ref> | + | #*1/2 teaspoon of black pepper<ref name="rf6"> http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-hummus-from-scratch-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-107560</ref> |
#Create a nut butter. Fresh, all-natural nut butters can be easily made in your food processor. First, add a few handfuls of your favorite raw or toasted nut. Next, run the blender until the nuts are chopped into a fine powder. Add a few tablespoons of an unflavored oil, such as safflower oil. Blend the mixture for another 8-10 minutes to create a smooth, creamy nut butter. | #Create a nut butter. Fresh, all-natural nut butters can be easily made in your food processor. First, add a few handfuls of your favorite raw or toasted nut. Next, run the blender until the nuts are chopped into a fine powder. Add a few tablespoons of an unflavored oil, such as safflower oil. Blend the mixture for another 8-10 minutes to create a smooth, creamy nut butter. | ||
#*You can use peanuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, cashews, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, or pistachios. | #*You can use peanuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, cashews, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, or pistachios. | ||
| − | #*Once your nut butter is ready, transfer it to a jar and keep it refrigerated.<ref>http://www.juliemorris.net/the-dos-donts-of-making-nut-butter/</ref> | + | #*Once your nut butter is ready, transfer it to a jar and keep it refrigerated.<ref name="rf7">http://www.juliemorris.net/the-dos-donts-of-making-nut-butter/</ref> |
#Make your favorite salsa recipe. Save time chopping vegetables by using your food processor instead. For a smooth salsa, add all the ingredients at once and run the blender until the mixture is puréed. For chunky salsa, pulse the ingredients until the salsa looks the way you like it.<Ref>http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/restaurant-style-salsa/</ref> | #Make your favorite salsa recipe. Save time chopping vegetables by using your food processor instead. For a smooth salsa, add all the ingredients at once and run the blender until the mixture is puréed. For chunky salsa, pulse the ingredients until the salsa looks the way you like it.<Ref>http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/restaurant-style-salsa/</ref> | ||
#*Use onions, jalapenos, and tomatoes to make a chunky [[Make a Pico de Gallo Salsa| pico de gallo salsa.]] | #*Use onions, jalapenos, and tomatoes to make a chunky [[Make a Pico de Gallo Salsa| pico de gallo salsa.]] | ||
