Cuisinart DLC-2A Series Operational manual

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Mini-Prep ®Plus Processor
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iMPORTANT
UNPACKING
iNSTRUCTiONS
This package contains a Cuisinart®Mini-Prep®
Plus Processor and the standard parts for it:
SmartPower Blade®metal chopping /grinding
blade, spatula, and instruction /recipe booklet.
CAUTION: THE CUTTING BLADE HAS VERY
SHARP EDGES.
Toavoid injurywhen unpacking, please
follow these instructions:
1.Place the box on a table or kitchen counter.
Be sure the box is rightside up.
2. Lift up and remove the cardboard lid from the
work bowl cover.
3. Grasping the work bowl cover, lift the unit up
and out of the box and place on the tabletop.
4. Turn the work bowl cover clockwise to unlock
it from the unit base. Lift up and remove.
5. Carefully lift the protective cardboard off the
chopping /grinding blade shaft.
6. CAREFULLY REMOVE THE METAL BLADE
BY GRASPING THE CENTER WHITE HUB
AND LiFTiNG IT STRAIGHT UP. NEVER
TOUCH THE BLADE, AS iT IS RAZOR
SHARP.
7. Read the instructionsthoroughly before using
the machine.
NOTE: Remember to return your product regis-
tration card with all informationcarefully and
completely filled out.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ........... Page 1
Introduction ................... Page 2
Assembly instructions ........... Page 2
Tips For Processing ............ Page 3
Processing Food ............... Page 3
Cleaning and Storage ........... Page 4
Troubleshooting ............... Page 4
Operating Techniques ........... Page 4
Recipes ...................... Page 7
Warranty ..................... Page 10
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be adhered to, includ-
ing the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Toprotect against risk of electric shock, do
not put motor base in water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision isnecessary when any
appliance isused by or near children.
4. Always unplug unit from outlet when not in
use, before putting on or taking off parts,
before cleaning, and before removing food
from bowl. Tounplug, grasp plug and pull
from electrical outlet. Never pull cord.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug after the appliance
malfunctions, or if appliance has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return the appliance to the nearest
authorized Cuisinart Service Facility for
examination, repair, and electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
8,
9.
10.
The use of attachments not recommended or
sold by Cuisinart may cause fire, electric
shock or injury.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not use outdoors.
Keep hands and utensils away from moving
blade while processing, to prevent the risk of
severe injuryto persons, or damage to the
chopper/grinder. A scraper may be used, but
must only be used when the chopper/grinder
is not running.
11. Blade isextremely sharp. Handle carefully
when removing, insertingor cleaning.
Always allow blade to stop moving before
removing cover.
12. To reducethe risk of injury,never place
cutting blade on base without first putting
work bowl properly inplace.
13. Be certain cover issecurely locked inplace
before operating appliance. Do not attempt
to remove cover until blade has stopped
rotating.
14. Do not attempt to defeat the cover interlock
mechanism, as serious injurymay result.
15. Before using, check work bowl for presence
of foreign objects.

SAVETHESE
iNSTRUCTiONS
FORHOUSEHOLD
USEONLY
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
iswider than the other). As a safety feature,
this plug will fit only one way in a polarized
outlet, ifthe plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If itstill does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat
this safety feature.
INTRODUCTION
The Cuisinart®Mini-Prep®Plus Processor han-
dles a variety of food preparation tasks including
chopping, grinding, pureeing, emulsifying and
blending. The patented auto-reversing blade
provides a super-sharp edge for the delicate
chopping of herbs and for blending and pureeing
other soft foods, while the blunt edge offers a
powerful cutting surface to grind through spices
and other hard foods. Pulse activation gives
maximum control for precision processing,
whether chopping or grinding.
The powerful high-speed motor works hard and
fast to accomplish any small job with ease.
Chop herbs, onions, garlic; grind spices, hard
cheese; pur_e baby foods; blend mayonnaise
and flavored butters, all with the same compact
appliance. The Mini-Prep®Plus Processor takes
up minimum counter space and stores neatly on
the countertop or in a cabinet.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1, With the base unit on the tabletop, place
the work bowl over the center stem and turn
slightly to the right, until bowl drops down to
the bottom of the stem.
2. Turn the work bowl counterclockwise to
lock onto base.
3, CAREFULLY pick up the blade by its hub
and place on the center stem until it drops
to the bottom of the stem. NEVER TOUCH
THE BLADE ITSELR
4. Add food ingredients.
5. Place the cover on the work bowl with the
long tab to the right of the rear column.
6. Turn cover counterclockwise to securely
lock into locking post.
7. Plug unit into wall socket.
8. You are ready to CHOP/GRIND.
Cover
Cuisinar_
Spatula (not shown)

TIPS FOR
PROCESSING FOOD
Preparing the Food
Size
Always cut large pieces of food into smaller
pieces of even size - about _ inch (12ram)
to a side or as specified under "Operating
Techniques" on page 4. Ifyou don't start with
pieces that are small and uniform, you will not
get an even chop.
Quantity
Do not overload the work bowl. Overloading
causes inconsistent resultsand it strains the
motor. Use the quantities given in the recipe
section as a guide. As a rule of thumb, remem-
ber that after being processed, food should not
reach more than _ of the way up the central hub
of the blade assembly.
Note: Due to the powerful motor provided with
this unit, Cuisinart recommends using one hand
to support the Mini-Prep®Plus Processor during
operation.
Selecting the Right Operating Control
Use the chop function for chopping, pureeing
and mixing. It isthe right choice, for example, for
chopping soft, fragile food such as herbs, celery,
onions, garlic and most cheeses. It isalso the
right choice for pureeing cooked vegetables,
making mayonnaise and mixing salad dressing.
Pulse action isbest when you are using the
chop function. Two or three pulses are often
enough. Be sure to check the food frequently to
prevent overprocessing. If you overprocess, you
are likelyto get a watery paste insteadof a fine
chop.
Use the grind function for grinding spices, and
for chopping hard food such as peppercorns,
seeds, chocolate and nuts.
Continuous-hold action is best when you are
using the grind function. You may have to oper-
ate the Mini-Prep®Plus Processor for several
seconds with some food to achieve the desired
results- as long as 20 seconds for some seeds.
When you operate the unit for more than 10
seconds, use a pulse action every 10 seconds or
so to allow food to drop to the bottom of the
work bowl. This provides more consistent
results.
Neveroperate the Mini-Prep®Plus Processor
continuously for longer than 1 minute at a time.
Note: The work bowl and cover may become
scratched when you use them for grinding grain
and spices. This does not affect the performance
of the Mini-Prep®Plus Processor. However,you
may want to reserve the original bowlfor grind-
ing, and purchase an additional bowl and cover
set for other uses.
These are available from the Cuisinart Customer
Service Department, which you can reach by
dialing our toll-free number: 800-726-0190.
Adding Liquid
You can add liquids such as water, oil or
flavoring while the machine is running. For
example, you might want to add oil when making
mayonnaise or salad dressing, or you could add
vanilla or alcohol when making frozen yogurt.
Pour the liquid through one of the two openings
in the cover.
IMPORTANT."Add liquid through only one
opening at atime. The other opening must be
left free to allow air to escape. If both openings
are blocked, liquid cannot flow smoothly into
the bowl.
Removing Food from the Sides of the Bowl
Occasionally food will stick to the sides of the
bowl as you process. Stop the machine to clear
food away. AFTER THE BLADE HAS STOPPED
MOVING, remove the cover, and use the spatula
to scrape the food from the sides of the bowl
back intothe center. Do not put hands intobowl
unless unit isunplugged.
PROCESSING FOOD
1. Place the work bowl firmly on the motor
base and insert the blade assembly.
Opening at back of bowl must face column at
back of Mini-Prep®Plus Processor. Turn coun-
terclockwise to lock in place.
2. Place food in the work bowl. Be sure the
food iscut insmall pieces, and the bowl isnot
overloaded.
3. Lock the cover into position.
Note: Due to the powerful motor provided with
this unit, Cuisinart recommends using one
hand to support the Mini-Prep®Plus Processor
during operation.
4. Press the appropriate Chop or Grind
Control, depending on the food you are
processing.
5. When you have finished processing the food,
stop the machine by releasing the control
button.
6,
7.
8.
9,
WHEN THE BLADE STOPS MOVING,
remove the cover.
Unplug the unit.
Carefully remove the blade assembly,
holding it by the handle on the top of the
sheath. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE
iTSELF.
Remove food with the spatula.
Note: Do not operate Mini-Prep®Plus
Processor without food contents in work bowl.
Tip: Process foods in order from dry to wet to
avoid having to clean bowl and blade
between each task.

TO REMOVE PREP BOWL
1. Turn the work bowl cover clockwise and
remove.
2. Turn the work bowl clockwise to unlock
and lift off of the base.
3. Carefully remove the blade by lifting itup
from the hub.
CLEANING
AND STORAGE
Tosimplify cleaning, rinsethe work bowl, cover,
and blade immediately after each use, so that
food won't dry on them. Wash blade assembly,
work bowl, cover, and spatula inwarm soapy
water. Rinse and dry. Wash the blade carefully.
Avoid leaving blade in soapy water where it may
disappear from sight. Ifyou have a dishwasher,
you can wash the work bowl, cover, blade
assembly, and spatula on the top rack. insert the
work bowl upside down and the cover right side
up. Put the blade and spatula in the cutlery bas-
ket. Unload the dishwasher carefully to avoid
contact with the sharp blade.
Wipe the motor base clean with a damp sponge
or cloth. Dry itimmediately. Neversubmerge the
motor base or the plug in water or other liquid.
The Mini-Prep®Plus Processor stores neatly on
the countertop in a minimum of space. When itis
not inuse, be sure to leave it unplugged. The
hidden cord storage underneath the motor base
will help to keep excess cord off the countertop.
Store the unit assembled to prevent loss of
parts. Store the blades as you would sharp
knives - out of the reach of children.
The Mini-Prep®Plus Processor is intended for
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.Any service other
than cleaning and normal user maintenance
should be performed by an authorized Cuisinart
Service Representative.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Motor doesn't start or blade doesn't rotate.
• Check that plug is securely inserted into outlet.
• Check that work bowl and cover are securely
locked into place.
• Be sure to press only one operation control
button at a time.
Food is unevenly chopped.
• Either you are chopping too much food at one
time, or the pieces are not small enough. Try
cutting food into smaller pieces of even size
and processing a smaller amount per batch.
Food is chopped too fine or iswatery.
° The food has been overprocessed. Use brief
pulses, or process for a shorter time. Let blade
stop completely between pulses.
Food collects on work bowl cover or sides of
prep bowl.
• You may be processing too much food. Turn
machine off. When blade stops rotating,
remove cover, and clean bowl and lid with
spatula.
Food catches on blade.
• You may be processing too much food.
Carefully remove blade. Remove food from
blade with spatula, and start over again.
OPERATING TECHNIQUES
With the Mini-Prep®Processor you can chop,
grind or pur_e small amounts of foods. Use this
listing of ingredients and techniques as a basic
guide for processing (Pages 5-6).
* Surface scratches that may occur will not
impair the function of the Mini-Prep®Plus
Processor. You may want to consider
purchasing a second work bowlspecifically
for these tasks.

Food Operation/Technique Comments/Notes
Anchovies Chop. Pulse to desired consistency. Drain first. Cut in half.
Bacon Chop. Pulse to desired consistency. Cook crispy; drain well. Break into 1-inch pieces.
Baking chocolate/ Chop. Pulse on chop to break up, then process Process no more than 1_ ounces at a time. For best results,
chocolate chunks/chips continuously until desired chop size is achieved, chill chocolate for 3-5 minutes in freezer before chopping.
Cut baking chocolate squares into _-inch pieces to chop.
Bread for crumbs Chop. Pulse to break up, then process Use day-old, hard bread for dry crumbs; fresh bread for
continuously until desired crumb size is reached, moist crumbs. Cut or break into pieces no larger than 1 inch.
For buttered crumbs, add 1 teaspoon of butter per slice after
crumbs have started to form, and process to combine and coat.
Butter Chop continuously. Cut in _-inch pieces. Best at room temperature. Process up to
cup at a time. Add to freshly chopped citrus zest, garlic,
herbs or shallots to create compound butters.
Celery Chop. Pulse to desired size. Cut in _-inch long pieces.
Cheese - hard Chop. Pulse on chop 10 times, then process Remove and discard rind or reserve for another use. Cut into
(Parmesan, Asiago, continuously on chop until desired consistency. _-inch pieces. If possible, remove from refrigerator
Romano, etc.) 20-30 minutes before processing. Up to 3 ounces.
Cheese - soft Chop. Pulse to break up, then process Chill cheese first.
continuously to "cream."
Cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, Grind. Pulse to break up, about 5 times, then Hard spices may cause scratches on the work bowl and lid.*
other hard spices process continuously until finely chopped.
Citrus zest Chop. Pulse to break up, then process Use vegetable peeler to remove zest (color only) from citrus;
continuously until finely chopped, scrape off any white with sharp knife. Cut strips in half.
Adding a small amount of sugar or salt will help achieve a
finer texture.
Cookies, graham crackers Chop. Pulse 5 times to break up, then process Hard cookies only. Break up into 1-inch or smaller pieces.
for crumbs, hard Amaretti continuously until finely chopped. For buttered crumbs, add 1 teaspoon of butter per graham
or macaroons cracker sheet or for every 3 cookies.
Fruits, cooked; fresh or Chop. Pulse to break up, then process Cooked fruits may be processed to make baby foods or purees;
frozen thawed berries continuously until desired consistency, liquid may be added for consistency. To process fresh or
frozen thawed berries for sauce, pulse to chop, then process
until pureed (sugar may be added to taste).
Garlic Chop. Pulse to chop roughly, then process Peel garlic cloves first. Scrape work bowl sides and bottom
continuously for fine chop. as needed.
5

Food
Ginger root, fresh
Green onions, scallions
Herbs, fresh
Horseradish
Leeks
Meats
Mushrooms
Nuts
Olives
Onions
Peppercorns
Peppers, fresh
Seeds, dried berries
Shallots
Vegetables, cooked
Operation/Technique Comments/Notes
Chop. Pulse to break up, then process continuously Peel first; cut into U-inch pieces or slices. Scrape work bowl
on chop to reach desired consistency, sides and bottom as needed. Up to 4 ounces.
Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Trim and cut into _ inch pieces.
Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Rinse and dry completely. Remove leaves from stems to chop.
Chop. Peel first. Cut into U-inch pieces. Process up to 4 ounces at a time.
Chop. Trim off root end and tough outer skin. Wash thoroughly to
remove sand and grit; dry completely. Cut in U-inch pieces.
Chop. Pulse to chop, or process continuously to
puree (add liquid as needed). Uncooked meats should be cold, but not frozen; cut up to 8 ounces into U-inch pieces, trimmed of gristle and soft fat;
some hard fat may remain. Cooked meats can be cold or warm;
cut up to 8 ounces in U-inch pieces. Add liquid (water, broth or
from cooking) as needed to process to puree consistency.
Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Choose firm, fresh mushrooms. Cut into quarters or even-size
pieces, no larger than _ inch.
Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Toast nuts first for maximum flavor. Allow to cool completely
before chopping.
Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Use only pitted olives. Drain well for best results.
Chop. Pulse 5-10 times to chop to desired size. Peel; cut into _-inch or smaller pieces of similar size.
Grind. Pulse first, then process continuously until Combine peppercorns with dried herbs or spices or coarse
desired consistency, salt to create rubs and seasonings. Hard peppercorns may
scratch work bowl and lid.*
Chop. Pulse to chop to desired consistency. Core, seed and cut into U-inch pieces. Do not overprocess.
Grind. Pulse to break up, then process continuously Coriander, cumin, dill, fennel, sesame, poppy, and
to desired consistency, juniper berries.
Chop. Pulse 5-10 times to chop to Peel first; cut into quarters, or pieces no larger than _-inch.
desired consistency.
Chop. Pulse 5-10 times to chop, then process Cook vegetables until tender. Process to a smooth puree for
continuously until desired consistency is reached, baby food or sauces; may need to add liquid for consistency.
6

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. Ifa recipe produces a range
of servings, the nutritional analysis is based on
the highest serving yield for that particular
recipe.
Guacamole
refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to
allow the flavors to blend. If desired, stir in or
top with chopped fresh tomatoes.
*Core and seed tomato, cut into _ inch pieces,
then chop.
Nutritional information per serving (3 tablespoons):
Calories 81 (72% from fat) * carb. 6g
• pro. Og*fat 7g *sat. fat lg * chol. Omg
• sod. 97mg * calc. 4mg * fiber 4g
Tapenade
A favorite from the Provengal region of France.
Makes about 1 cup
This popular Mexican specialty is delicious with 1
chips and vegetable crudites, or it can be used 1
as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. 1
1_ cups 3
dove garlic, peeled 1½
green onions, trimmed and cut in 1
½=inch pieces 1
jalapeSo pepper, cored, seeded and 2
cut in ½=inch pieces
ripe avocados, peeled and pitted, ½
diced
tablespoons fresh lime juice 4
(juice of 1 medium lime)
teaspoon cumin powder
teaspoon powdered coriander
teaspoon kosher salt
cup finely chopped fresh tomatoes
(optional) *
Makes
1
2
1
2
2
½
¼
½
Place the garlic, green onions, and jalapeSo
pepper in the work bowl. Pulse on chop 10
times; scrape the bottom and sides of the work
bowl. Add the avocados, lime juice, cumin,
coriander and salt. Pulse on chop 10 times,
then process on chop continuously for 15 sec-
onds; scrape the work bowl. Process on chop
for another 15 to 20 seconds until smooth and
creamy. Transfer to a serving bowl; cover and
clove garlic, peeled
anchovy fillet
cup pitted Nigoise or other imported
olives {10 ounces before pitting)
tablespoons capers
tablespoons Dijon mustard
tablespoon lemon juice
tablespoon brandy {optional)
teaspoons herbs de Provence
or thyme
teaspoon freshly ground black
pepper
tablespoons 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 information per tablespoon:
Calories 95 (87% from fat) +carb. 2g
* pro. lg * fat lOg *sat. fat lg *chol. Omg
* sod. 680mg * calc. 21mg * fiber lg
Pesto
It is a favorite for dressing pasta but is also
wonderful 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 _ cup
¼
1
1
ounce Reggiano Parmigiano,
cut in ½=inch cubes
cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts
clove garlic, peeled
teaspoon kosher salt
cup (packed) fresh basil leaves,
washed and dried completely
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
remaining 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 30 minutes or longer to allow
the flavors to develop. Pesto sauce will keep
refrigerated for up to a week, or may be frozen.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container.

Smooththetoptoanevenlevelandtopwith
layerofoliveoil;coverandrefrigerateuntil
readytouse.
Nutritional information per 1/2 tablespoon:
Calories 21 (67% from fat) • carb. lg
•pro. lg*fat2g.sat, fatOg.chol, lmg
•sod. 65mg *calc. 26mg *fiber Og
Serving idea:
Try it as a fast, fresh topping for salmon fillets.
Place 6-ounce salmon fillets skin-side down on
a lightly oiled baking sheet. Spread each fillet
with a thin layer of pesto and sprinkle with
fresh breadcrumbs. Bake in a preheated 400°F
oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until cooked (about
10 minutes per inch of thickness) and opaque,
and breadcrumbs are lightly browned. Let rest
5 minutes before serving.
Roasted Red
Pepper Sauce
Use this sauce for vegetables or meats, or try
our creamy variation to use as a dip for fresh
vegetable crudites or pita chips.
Makes
1-2
1
1
1
¼
1
1_ cups
cloves garlic (to taste), peeled *
strip lemon zest {2 x _ inches),
bitter white pith removed
teaspoon kosher salt
teaspoon herbs de Provenge
tablespoons fresh lemon juice
tablespoons regular or white
balsamic vinegar
cup extra virgin olive oil
jar (12-ounce) roasted red peppers,
drained but not rinsed
large fresh red peppers, roasted,
cut in eighths
Add the garlic, zest, salt, and herbs to the work
bowl and chop for 5 to 10 seconds; scrape the
bottom and sides of the work bowl. Add the
lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil and peppers. 1
Pulse on chop, 10 times, then process for 15 ¼
to 20 seconds until smooth. Transfer to a
resealable container and refrigerate for at least ¾
30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Will
keep up to 1 week refrigerated.
Roasted Red Pepper Dip Variation: Make half
the recipe (use a 6-7-ounce jar of roasted pep-
pers). Add 2 ounces of regular or Iowfat cream
cheese and ¼cup of sour cream or plain
yogurt that has been drained, and chop for 10
to 15 seconds until combined and smooth.
[To drain yogurt, place yogurt in a yogurt funnel
or strainer lined with a paper coffee filter over a
bowl, and allow the liquid (whey) to drain for
several hours, until desired thickness is
reached.]
*If you prefer a lighter garlic flavor, you may
blanch the peeled garlic in boiling water for 4
to 5 minutes. Drain, cool and use in this or any
other recipe.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 33 (81% from fat) * carb. lg
• pro. Og* fat 3g • sat. fat Og* chol. Omg
• sod. 132mg * calc. 4mg * fiber Og
Lemon Herb Butter
This compound butter is delicious on vegeta-
bles or grilled meats. You may vary the herbs
used, such as basil, tarragon or thyme butter,
to create your own flavors, omit the zest or
change the citrus, add in chopped olives or
sun-dried tomatoes, or use roasted garlic or
shallots in place of the garlic.
Makes about _ cup (12 servings)
2
2
2
3
cloves garlic, peeled
strips lemon zest, 2 x _ inches,
bitter white pith removed
teaspoon kosher salt
cup packed italian parsley leaves
teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves
tablespoons fresh lemon juice
teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
teaspoon freshly ground pepper
(white or black)
cup (6 ounces) unsalted butter,
cut in 12 pieces
Process garlic, lemon zest and salt on chop
until finely chopped, about 20 seconds; scrape
prep bowl. Add parsley and rosemary leaves;
pulse on chop, 10 to 15 times. Add lemon
juice, mustard and pepper; process on chop
to blend well, about 30 seconds. Add butter
and grind to cream the mixture, about 30 to 40
seconds. Transfer to a container and let stand
for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Use as a spread for breads or as a topping for
freshly steamed vegetables or baked potatoes.
To serve as a compound butter with grilled
meats or fish, shape the butter into a log,
about 1 inch in diameter; wrap tightly in plastic
wrap and refrigerate or freeze. Slice and serve
_-inch thick slices of butter on top of hot
grilled steaks, boneless chicken breasts or
seafood steaks.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 105 (96% from fat) * carb. lg
•pro. Og • fat 12g •sat. fat 7g * chol. 3ling
• sod. 67mg * calc. 8mg * fiber Og
Basic Vinaigrette
This recipe may be easily modified by
changing the flavor of the oils and vinegars
used, or by adding herbs or sun-dried
tomatoes. It can also be cut in half or thirds
to make smaller amounts.
1
3
3
2
Makes 1_ cups
clove garlic or small shaUot, peeled
{cut shallot in ½=inch pieces)
tablespoons wine vinegar
tablespoons white vinegar or lemon
juice (or flavored vinegar)
teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
(regular or grainy)

½teaspoonkoshersalt
teaspoonfreshlygroundpepper
cup extra virgin olive oil
cup vegetable oil or light flavored
olive oil
Pulse on chop 5 times to chop the garlic or
shallot; scrape the bottom and sides of the
work bowl. Add the vinegars, mustard, salt and
pepper. Process on chop until smooth, about
5 seconds. Add the oils slowly through one
hole in the lid, processing continuously until all
the oil has been added, then process for an
additional 10 seconds. Taste and adjust sea-
sonings as needed. This dressing is best made
at least _ hour ahead, to allow the flavors to
blend. Vinaigrette will keep well if covered and
chilled for one week. Remove from refrigerator
about 30 minutes before serving; may need to
reprocess to emulsify if separation has
occurred.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 81 (98% from fat) • carb. Og
•pro. Og •fat 9g •sat. fat lg * chol. Omg
• sod. 38mg *calc. Omg* fiber Og
Creamy Roasted Garlic
and Herb Dressing
Try this flavorful dressing on a crispy romaine
salad with summer tomatoes.
6
½
½
½
I
Makes about % cup
cloves garlic, peeled
teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
cup basil leaves, washed and dried
cup Italian parsley leaves,
washed and dried
cup drained fat=free plain yogurt *
cup light mayonnaise
tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Preheat the oven to 375°R Toss the garlic with
the oil and wrap loosely in aluminum foil. Roast
in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Let cool
5 to 10 minutes.
Place the garlic in the work bowl with the basil
and parsley leaves. Pulse on grind 10 times.
Scrape the work bowl. Add the yogurt, mayon-
naise and vinegar. Process on grind until
smooth and blended, about 30 to 40 seconds.
Scrape the work bowl and process 15 seconds
more. Transfer to a container with a lid and
refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to
blend. Keeps for one week refrigerated.
*To drain yogurt, place 1 cup yogurt in a yogurt
strainer or strainer lined with a coffee filter over
a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
The liquid (whey) will drain out and the yogurt
will thicken. After about 12 hours, the yogurt
will lose about half its original volume.
Nutritional information per serving
(based on 10 servings):
Calories 45 (58% from fat) •carb. 3g
• pro. 2g * fat 3g •sat. fat lg •chol. 4mg
• sod. 78mg * calc. 47mg * fiber Og
Asian Marinade
This marinade is equally good for pork,
chicken or salmon. It is also a good sauce
for serving with dim sum.
Makes about 1¼ cups
1
¼
3
3
3
¼
ounce peeled fresh gingerroot,
cut in _=inch pieces
clove garlic, peeled
cup soy sauce (may use low=sodium
or tamari}
cup canola or other vegetable oil
tablespoons hoisin sauce
tablespoons Asian sesame oil
(toasted sesame oil}
tablespoons rice wine vinegar
teaspoon cayenne pepper
Place the pieces of gingerroot and garlic in the
work bowl. Pulse on chop, 5 times. Scrape the
sides and bottom of the work bowl. Add the
remaining ingredients and chop until smooth,
about 15 seconds. Transfer to a container,
cover and refrigerate if not using immediately.
Marinate meat or seafood for approximately 2
hours before roasting or grilling.
Cooking Suggestion:
Pour _ of the marinade into a resealable
plastic bag and add two 1-pound trimmed
pork tenderloins. Coat the meat thoroughly
with the marinade and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Remove the tenderloins from the marinade
and place on a rack; discard the marinade.
Roast in a preheated 475°F oven for 20 to 22
minutes, turning after 10 minutes. Remove
from oven. The temperature of the meat should
be about 150°F; it will rise to 160-165°F while
resting. Let rest for 10 minutes; slice and serve
with remaining reserved marinade drizzled over
the meat.
Nutritional information per tablespoon:
Calories 51 (83% from fat) * carb. 2g
• pro. Og• fat 5g * sat. fat Og * chol. Omg
• sod. 372g * calc. 4mg * fiber Og
Mini Cheesecakes
When you don't want lots of leftovers to tempt
you, try this little recipe.
Makes two 4-inch cheesecakes
cooking spray
1½ ounces crispy shortbread cookies or
graham crackers, broken into
½=inch pieces
½ tablespoon unsalted butter,
cut in 4pieces
8ounces regular or Iowfat cream
cheese cut in 16 pieces
¼ cup sugar
1large egg
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat two
4-inch (1¼ cup) springform pans with cooking
spray.

Placethecookiepiecesintheworkbowl;
pulse5timesonchoptobreakup.Addthe
butterandprocess15to20secondsonchop
untilbutteredcrumbsareformed.Pressinto
thebottomsofthetwopreparedpans.Bakein
thepreheatedovenfor10minutes.Placeinthe
freezerfor5to10minutestocoolcompletely.
Whencool,wrapeachpaninasheetofalu-
minumfoilsothatfoilcomesatleast1inchup
thesides.
Donotwashtheworkbowl.Placethecream
cheeseandsugarintheworkbowl.Chopfor
10secondstocombine.Scrapethebottom
andsidesofthebowl.Addtheeggandvanilla;
chopuntilsmooth,about10seconds.Scrape
thebowlandprocessforanother5seconds.
Dividethebatterevenlybetweenthetwopre-
paredpans.Placetwopansinalargerpanand
add_inchofhotwater.Bakeinthepreheated
ovenfor25minutes.Removefromtheoven,
removefoil,andplaceonaracktocoolcom-
pletely.Coverandrefrigerateforatleast4
hoursbeforeserving.Maybedouble-wrapped
andfrozenforuptoonemonth.
Note:Mayalsobemadeinfour4-ounce
ramekinsorcustardcups.Omitthecrust,and
followdirectionsasgiven.Bakingtimewillbe
22minutes.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 169 (43% from fat) *carb. 21g
•pro. 4g •fat 8g *sat. fat 4g •chol. 72mg
•sod. 111mg •calc. 22mg •fiber Og
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