How to Use a Food Processor
Assemble the food processor., Add your recipe ingredients., Process your food., Add any additional ingredients., Clean your processor.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: 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. -
Step 2: 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.
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., 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 “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.If your processor has more than two buttons, refer to your manufacturer manual for usage tips. , 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.If your food processor doesn’t have a tube, turn off the processor and remove the lid to add any additional ingredients. , 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.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 handle the sharp part of the processing blades. -
Step 3: Process your food.
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Step 4: Add any additional ingredients.
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Step 5: Clean your processor.
Detailed Guide
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.
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.
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., 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 “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.If your processor has more than two buttons, refer to your manufacturer manual for usage tips. , 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.If your food processor doesn’t have a tube, turn off the processor and remove the lid to add any additional ingredients. , 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.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 handle the sharp part of the processing blades.
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