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INSTRUCTION AND

RECIPE BOOKLET

SMARTPOWER DUET Blender/Food Processor BFP-703A Series

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book before using.

IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDSWhen using an electrical appliance,basic safety precautions should alwaysbe followed, including the following:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING.

2. To protect against the risk ofelectrical shock, do not put motorbase of SmartPower Duetappliance in water or other liquid.

3. Close supervision is necessarywhen any appliance is used byor near children. Cuisinart does notrecommend the use of thisappliance by children.

4. Always unplug from outlet when notin use, before putting on or taking offparts, and before cleaning orremoving contents from blender jaror food processor work bowl.

WARNING: Never put hands into theblender jar/food processor workbowl or container, or handle theblades with appliance plugged in.

5. Avoid contact with moving parts.

6. Do not operate any appliancewith a damaged cord or plug, orafter the appliance malfunctions,or is dropped or damaged in anymanner. Return appliance tonearest Cuisinart service facilityfor examination, repair, and/ormechanical or electrical adjustment.

7. The use of attachments, other thanthose recommended by Cuisinart,including canning or ordinary jarsnot recommended or sold byCuisinart, may cause fire, electricalshock, or risk of injury to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge ofcounter or table or touch hotsurfaces, which could damagethe cord.

10. Keep hands and utensils out ofjar/food processor work bowlduring use, to reduce the risk ofsevere injury to persons ordamage to blender itself. Arubber or plastic spatula may beused but must be used only whenthe blender is turned OFF.

11. When motor base is in ON mode,and LED lights are flashing, do nottouch cutting assembly, interferewith blade movement or removeblender jar cover. Accidentallytouching a speed button mayactivate the blender.

12. BLADES ARE VERY SHARP.HANDLE CAREFULLY.Store out of reach of children.

13. To reduce the risk of injury, neverplace chopping blade/cuttingassembly on base unless theblender jar or food processorwork bowl is properly attached.

14. Always operate blender or foodprocessor with the cover in place.

15. Never leave your blender or foodprocessor unattended while running.

16. When blending HOT liquids inblender jar, remove measured pourlid (centre piece of cover) toallow steam to escape.

17. Twist on locking ring firmly.Injury can result if moving bladesaccidentally become exposed.

18. Do not use an extension cordwith this unit. Doing so mayresult in fire, electrical shock,or personal injury.

19. Regarding your cord set:A longer cord has been providedso that you will have flexibility inpositioning your Cuisinart®

SmartPower Duet Blender/FoodProcessor near an electrical outlet.Exercise care when using thelonger cord to avoid entangling ortripping over the cord. The longercord should be arranged so that itwill not drape over the counter ortabletop, where it can be pulled onby children or tripped over. Excesscord should be stored in the cordstorage area at the back of theblender base, to avoid injurycaused by the longer cord.

20. Be certain the food processorcover is securely locked in placebefore operating appliance. Neveroperate without the cover lockedsecurely in place.

21. Do not attempt to defeat thefood processor cover interlockmechanism.

22. Never feed food into processor byhand. Always use the food pusher.

23. Make sure the blade or disc hascome to a full stop before removingcover.

24. This food processor attachment isto be used only with Cuisinart®

SPB-7 series blenders. Do not usewith any other manufacturer'sblender base.

This appliance is intended forhousehold use only.

25. Wash the blender jar, foodprocessor work bowl, foodprocessor chopping blade, lockingring, and covers before first use.

26. WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRICALSHOCK OR FIRE, DO NOTREMOVE THE BASE PANEL.NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTSARE INSIDE. REPAIR SHOULDBE DONE ONLY BYAUTHORISED PERSONNEL.

27. WARNING: FLASHING LIGHTINDICATES READY TOOPERATE. DO NOT TOUCHBLADES.

This appliance is not intended for useby persons (including children) withreduced physical, sensory or mentalcapabilities, or lack of experienceand knowledge, unless they havebeen given supervision or instructionconcerning use of the appliance bya person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised toensure that they do not play withthe appliance.

SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONSFOR HOUSEHOLDUSE ONLYNOTICE:Maximum rating of 500 watts is basedon the jar attachment that draws thegreatest power. Other recommendedattachments may draw significantlyless power.

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UNPACKINGINSTRUCTIONSPlace the gift box containing yourCuisinart® SmartPower Duetblender/food processor on a flat, sturdysurface before unpacking. Removeinstruction booklet and other printedmaterials from top of corrugated insert.Next, remove the top corrugated insert.It contains the measured pour lid,adapter stem, and the slicing/shreddingdisc. Carefully remove slicing/shreddingdisc, as it is very sharp, then remove lidand adapter stem.

Carefully lift blender base from box andset aside. Remove food processoraccessory. Remove the lowercorrugated insert containing the blenderjar assembly. Be careful not to tip the jarwhen removing. Remove any additionalliterature from the box.

To assemble the blender, follow the“Assembly” instructions on page 3 ofthis instruction booklet. Replace allcorrugated inserts in the box andsave the box for repackaging. Seethe “Features and Benefits” sectionof this booklet for a listing of allblender parts.

Before using for the first time: Washall parts according to the “Cleaning andMaintenance” section on page 5 of thisbooklet to remove any dust or residue.

TABLE OF CONTENTSImportant Safeguards . . . . . . . Page 1

Unpacking Instructions . . . . . . Page 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2

Blender Featuresand Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2

Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blender Assembly . . . . . . . . . . Page 3

Blender Helpful Reminders . . . Page 3

Blender Operation . . . . . . . . . . Page 4

Blender QuickReference Guides . . . . . . . . . . Page 4

Cleaning and Maintenance. . . . Page 5

Do’s and Don’ts . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Food ProcessorFeatures & Benefits . . . . . . . . Page 6

Food ProcessorGetting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

Food Processor Assemblyfor Chopping, Puréeing& Mixing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

Slicing & Shredding . . . . . . . . . Page 7

Food ProcessorOperating Controls . . . . . . . . . Page 7

Chop, Purée & Mix . . . . . . . . . . Page 7

Add Food While Processing . . Page 8

Removing Processed Food . . Page 8

Preparing Foods forFood Processing withChopping Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8

Slicing & Shredding . . . . . . . . . Page 9

Preparing Foods forSlicing & Shredding . . . . . . . . Page 10

Recipe Tips .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

Cleaning and Storing . . . . . . . . Page 9

Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11

Warranty Information . . . . . . . Page 21

INTRODUCTIONCongratulations! You have purchasedtwo of Cuisinart's most versatileappliances wrapped into one!The SmartPower Duet Blender/FoodProcessor combines Cuisinart'stop-of-the-line 7-Speed ElectronicBlender with our legendary Cuisinart®

Food Processor.

As a blender, the SmartPower DuetBlender/Food Processor is the life ofthe party, engineered with sevenspeeds that let you purée, blend, mix,stir, liquefy and more. One speed is justfor crushing ice, though ice can becrushed perfectly at any of the settings.You can make soups, salsas, thick anddelicious frozen drinks, baby foods, etc.The blending capabilities are endless!

Attach the work bowl and cover andthe SmartPower Duet appliancebecomes a fully functioning Cuisinart®

classic food processor. Chop raw andcooked foods, including meats, to anyconsistency. The reversibleslicing/shredding disc and feed tube letyou make mountains of vegetables,fruits and most cheeses in minutes.This combination of Cuisinart's twomost versatile appliances into onepromises years of happy and healthyfood preparation.

BLENDER FEATURESAND BENEFITS

1. CoverJust press on; no turning ortwisting required. Tightfitting sealresists leakage.

2. 60ml Measured Pour LidAllows you to measure and addingredients neatly withoutremoving the cover.

3. 1.2lt Glass Jar withDripless Pour SpoutHas a unique, sturdy,widemouth design and adripless pour spout for no messpouring.

4. Leakproof Rubber Gasket(not shown)Holds the glass jar snugly inposition for safe operation.

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5. High-Quality CuttingAssembly with PatentedStainless Steel BladesIs strong enough for all blendertasks, including tough jobs, fromice crushing to choppingdelicate herbs.Note: Blades are verysharp…handle carefully.

6. CollarCollar is self-aligning so that theglass blender jar slides easilyinto position, eliminating thefrustration of twisting andturning the blender jar to lockit into place.

7. Heavy-Duty Motor BaseMotor Base is so sturdy andstable, it will not “walk” on yourcounter – even during icecrushing! The motor is strongenough to handle all blendingtasks, including crushing icewithout liquid, and is backed by athree-year limited warranty.

8. 7-Speed Touchpad Controlwith Indicator Lights

Easy to use, read and clean.Seven speeds give you greatversatility – use low speeds fordelicate blending all the way up tohigh speeds for cheese, garlic, orlemon zest. The red LED lightsclearly indicate what blenderspeed you are using.

8a. Pulse ButtonAllows you to pulse at any speedfrom high to low, so you canblend ingredients only as muchas needed.

8b. Ice Crush Button(Blender Only)Activates the ice crushingspeed. This button is preset to

the best speed for crushed ice.However, you can crush ice atany speed. The Food Processorattachment is not intended tocrush ice. Use the blender jarfor this.

8c. Food Processor ButtonIs preset to the best speedfor all food processing tasks.Always use this button whenfood processing. This speedmay also be used with blenderjar.

9. Slip-Proof FeetPrevent movement during useand prevent damaging markson countertops or tables.

10. Hidden CordStorage Compartment(not shown)Keeps countertop safe andneat by conveniently storingexcess cord.

11. Impact-ResistantPlastic HousingIs crafted of the finest qualitymaterials to resist staining,cracking, and odours.

12. Innovative Cuisinart DesignCombined with power,performance, sturdiness, andeasy cleanup, makes thisblender a winner.

USE AND CAREBLENDER ASSEMBLYTo use your Cuisinart® SmartPowerDuet Blender/Food Processor, begin byassembling the blender jar.

1. Turn the blender jar (a) upsidedown, and place it flat on a sturdysurface.

2. Position the rubber gasket (b) onthe round opening on the bottom ofthe blender jar.

3. Turn the cutting assembly (c) upsidedown, and place the blade end inthe blender jar opening.

Note: Blades are very sharp…handle carefully.

4. Secure the rubber gasket andcutting assembly in position byplacing the smaller opening of thelocking ring (d) on top of the cuttingassembly. Engage threads bytwisting the locking ring clockwiseuntil tightened. Make sure lockingring is tightly fastened to blender jar.

Once assembled, turn the blenderjar right side up.

5. Push the cover onto the top of theblender jar. Push the measured pourlid into the cover.

6. Place the blender jar on the motorbase so that the jar markings arefacing you and the handle ispositioned to one side.

7. Plug in power cord. Your blender isnow ready to be used.

HELPFUL REMINDERS• Once the cover is in position,

ingredients can be added duringblending by simply lifting themeasured pour lid, addingingredients, and replacing themeasured pour lid.

• Cover should always be in placewhile the unit is ON.

• Warning: Do not place blender jaron base while motor is running.

• Do not twist locking ring fromblender jar when removing blenderjar from base. Simply lift blenderjar from motor base.

• Boiling liquid or solid frozen foods(with the exception of ice cubes or15mm pieces of frozen fruit)should never be placed in theblender jar.

• Do not place ice, frozen foods orvery cold liquids into a blender jarwhich has come directly from ahot dishwasher.

• Do not place very hot liquids orfoods into a blender jar which hascome directly from the freezer.Boiling liquids should cool for5 minutes before being placed inblender jar.

• Follow “Cleaning andMaintenance” instructions onpage 5 prior to your first use.

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BLENDER OPERATION1. Place the motor base of your

Cuisinart® SmartPower DuetBlender/Food Processor onto a flat,sturdy surface. It is important that thesurface be clean and dry. Assemblethe blender by following the“Assembly” instructions. Once the jaris assembled and is in position on themotor base, plug the Cuisinart®

SmartPower Duet Blender/FoodProcessor into an electrical outlet.

2. Add all necessary ingredients to theblender jar and replace the cover.You may add additional ingredientsby lifting the measured pour lid anddropping ingredients through the fillarea. Replace the measured pour lidafter adding ingredients. Do notplace hands into blender jar withblender plugged in.

Note: Add liquid ingredients first, thenfollow with solid ingredients. This willprovide more consistent blending andprevent unnecessary stress on themotor.

Tip: Liquid ingredients can be measuredin the measured pour lid, using themeasurement marking. Solid ingredientscan be added by simply dropping themthrough the fill area into the blender jar.Replace the measured pour lid afteradding ingredients.

Note: To remove blender jar cover, liftedge of cover upwards. Lifting measuredpour lid will not remove cover.

3. TO START BLENDING: press the“On” button. The red “On” LED lightwill flash, indicating that the blenderis turned on but no speed has beenselected.

4. PRESS THE DESIRED BLENDINGSPEED: both the “On” indicator lightand the activated speed indicatorlight will glow. The blender will nowbe functioning at the desired speed.It is possible to switch speedswithout pressing the “Off” button, bysimply pushing the next desiredspeed button.

5. TO STOP THE BLENDINGPROCESS: re-press the activatedspeed button. The blendingprocess will stop. The red “On”indicator light will continue to flashto let you know that the blender isstill “On” and can be reactivated bypushing the desired speed button.The blender can be completelydeactivated and stopped from anyspeed by pushing the “Off” button.You will need to press the ONbutton again to continue blending.

6. PULSE MODE: while the blender isturned “On”, you can create a burstof power for quick, efficient blendingby activating the function. To do so,first push the “Pulse” button, whichwill cause the “Pulse” indicator light toflash. Next, push and release thedesired speed button. Repeat asdesired. You determine the durationof each pulse. While pulsing, allindicator lights (the “On”, the “Pulse”,and the desired speed) will glow.

The Pulse function can be used tobreak apart larger pieces of food or tocontrol the texture of food whenchopping. The Pulse function is also

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDEFOR BLENDER FUNCTION

To Activate Blender Press “On”- The blender is inOn mode.

To Begin Blending Press desired speed button.To Change Speeds Press desired speed button.To Pulse In “On” mode press “Pulse”,

then press and release desired speedbutton as needed.

To Crush Ice In On mode, press and release “IceCrush” Button as needed.

To Stop Blending (and Deactivate Blender) Press “Off” Button.To Stop Blending (in Pulse or Ice Release button.Crush Mode)To Stop Blending in Stir, Chop, Mix, Purée, Press Speed Button again. This willor Food Processor Mode return the blender to On mode. Press

“Off” Button to turn blender “Off”.

SPEED SELECTION GUIDEFOR BLENDER FUNCTION

Refer to this guide to choose the best speed for your desired result.

Ingredient/Recipe Speed Result

Reconstituting frozenorange juice concentrate Stir Smooth and full-bodied

Mayonnaise Stir Thick and creamy

Salad dressings Stir Desired consistency

Nuts Chop Coarse to fine

Whipping cream Mix Thick topping

Bread crumbs Mix Uniformly fine

Grating citrus zest Purée Uniformly fine

Milk shakes Purée Smooth and creamy

Baby food Purée Smooth and creamy

Health drinks Food Processor Smooth and creamy

Frozen cocktails Food Processor Thick and slushy

Grinding hard cheese Food Processor Coarse to fine

Spices Food Processor Coarse to fine

Ice Ice Crush Snowy

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effective in starting the blendingprocess when you do not wantcontinuous power, or when processingitems which do not require anextended amount of blending.

7. TO CRUSH ICE: Use blender jaronly. The SmartPowerDuet Blender/Food Processor motor is strongenough to crush ice without liquid atany speed; however, for yourconvenience we have preset the bestspeed for ice crushing. To give yougreater control, the Ice Crush functionautomatically operates as a Pulsefunction. To crush ice, place ice cubesin the blender jar, and place the coverand the measured pour lid on theblender jar. Press the “On” button.Press the “Ice Crush” button in shortpulses until ice is crushed to desiredconsistency. See the "Recipe Tips"section on page 9 for more details.

8. TO DISLODGE FOOD: use arubber or plastic spatula to helpremove food lodged around thecutting assembly.DO NOT USE SPATULA UNTILYOU HAVE TURNED OFF ANDUNPLUGGED THE BLENDER.Replace the cover and measuredpour lid and continue blending ifnecessary. Make sure spatula is notinside the blender jar beforeblending.

9. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING:press the “Off” button, and unplugthe blender from the electricaloutlet. Never remove the blender jarfrom the motor base until pressingthe “Off” button. Do not twist lockingring from blender jar when removingjar from motor base. Simply liftblender jar from motor base. Do notplace hands into blender jar withblender plugged in.

CLEANING ANDMAINTENANCEAlways unplug your Cuisinart®

SmartPower Duet Blender/ FoodProcessor from the electrical outletbefore cleaning. The blender is madeof corrosion-resistant parts which areeasy to clean. Before first use and afterevery use, clean each part thoroughly.Periodically check all parts beforereassembly. If any part is damaged orblender jar is chipped or cracked, DONOT USE BLENDER.

Remove the blender jar from the motorbase by lifting straight up and away.Twist off the locking ring by turningcounterclockwise. Remove the cuttingassembly and rubber gasket. Wash inwarm soapy water; rinse and drythoroughly. Place the locking ring in theupper rack of the dishwasher or washin warm water.

CAUTION: Handle the cuttingassembly carefully. It is SHARP andmay cause injury. Do not attempt toremove blades from cutting assembly.

Remove the blender jar cover and themeasured pour lid. Wash in warm,soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly,or place in the upper rack of thedishwasher. The blender jar should bewashed in warm soapy water andrinsed and dried thoroughly. Theblender jar can also be placed upsidedown in the dishwasher.

Finally, wipe the motor base clean witha damp cloth to remove any residue,and dry thoroughly. Never submergethe motor base in water or other liquid,or place in the dishwasher.

Tip: You may wish to clean yourblender cutting assembly as follows:Squirt a small amount of dishwashingliquid into assembled blender jar and fill

halfway with warm water. Run on Stirfor 15 seconds. Repeat using clean tapwater. Empty blender jar and carefullydisassemble parts. Wash cuttingassembly, gasket and locking ring inwarm, soapy water. Rinse and dry allparts thoroughly.

DOS AND DON’TSWHEN USING YOURBLENDER/FOODPROCESSORDO:• Make sure the electrical outlet is

rated at the same voltage as thatstated on the bottom of the blendermotor base.

• Always use the motor base on aclean, sturdy and dry surface.

• Always add liquid ingredients to theblender jar first, then add remainingingredients. This will ensure thatingredients are uniformlymixed.

• When using either appliance, cutmost foods into cubes approximately15mm to 25mm to achieve a moreuniform result. Cut all cheeses intopieces no larger than 15mm.

• When using blender, use themeasured pour lid to measure liquidingredients such as alcohol. Replacemeasured pour lid after ingredientshave been added.

• When using either appliance, use arubber or plastic spatula as needed,only when the blender is turned OFF.Never use metal utensils, as damagemay occur to the blender jar/workbowl or cutting assembly.

• Place blender cover on firmly. Alwaysoperate the blender with thecover on.

• Make sure locking ring is tightlyattached to blender jar.

• When using blender, always removelocking ring, cutting assembly, andrubber gasket before cleaning.

• When scraping the blender jar with aspatula, remove the food from thesides of the blender jar and place itin the center of the blender jar, overthe cutting assembly.

• When chopping fresh herbs, garlic,onion, zest, bread crumbs, nuts,spices, etc., make sure the blenderjar and cutting assembly arecompletely dry.

• If food tends to stick to the sides of theblender jar or food processor work bowlduring use, pulse in short bursts.

• When using food processor, pulsesshould be short bursts. Space thepulses so the blades stop rotatingbetween pulses.

DON’T:• Don’t store food or liquids in your

blender jar or food processor workbowl.

• When using blender, don’t placecutting assembly and locking ringonto motor base without the blenderjar attached.

• Blender or food processor will notmash potatoes, knead dough, orbeat egg whites.

• Don’t remove blender jar or foodprocessor bowl while unit is ON.Keep the blender jar or foodprocessor cover on while blending.

• Don't twist locking ring from blenderjar when removing blender jar frommotor base. Simply lift blender jarfrom motor base.

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• Don’t overprocess foods. Blender orfood processor will achieve mostdesired results in seconds, not minutes.

• Don’t overload blender or foodprocessor. If the motor stalls, turnOFF immediately, unplug the unit,and remove a portion of the food;then continue.

• Don’t use any utensil inside theblender jar or food processor bowlwhile the motor is ON.

• Don’t use any container or accessoriesnot recommended by Cuisinart. Doingso may result in injury.

• Don’t place hands inside the blenderjar or food processor bowl whenblender is plugged in.

• Don’t add boiling liquids or frozen foods(except ice cubes or 15mm pieces offrozen fruit) to glass blenderjar. Boiling liquids should cool for5 minutes before being placed inblender jar.

• The food processor accessory is notintended to crush ice. This coulddamage the chopping blade and willdamage work bowl.

FOOD PROCESSORFEATURESAND BENEFITS1. Food pusher with oil dispenser

2. Work bowl cover with feed tube

3. Stainless steel chopping blade

4. Stainless steel reversibleslicing/shredding disc

5. Adapter stem

6. Clear work bowl

7. Gearbox collar

8. Motor baseUsed for both the blender jar andthe food processor bowl

FOOD PROCESSORSTEP BY STEPGETTING STARTEDPlease note that the bowl with collarwill fit on the base in eight differentpositions. The handle can be in front oron either side and the feed tube infront, back, or on either side. Directionsfor use reference a certain position forinstructional purposes only.

FOOD PROCESSOR ASSEMBLYFOR CHOPPING, PURÉEING &MIXING

1. Hold gearbox collar in one handand work bowl handle in the other.Twist bowl clockwise onto collar.

2. Place collar with bowl onto motorbase with handle facing front.

3. Place chopping blade over shaft inwork bowl. Chopping blade shouldslide easily to the bottom of thebowl. Lower blade will almost touchbottom of bowl.

BE SURE TO HANDLE THEMETAL BLADE WITH CARE AS ITIS RAZOR SHARP!

4. Place food to be processed in workbowl. Put cover on work bowl, withfeed tube at about 11 o’clock.

Turn the cover clockwise until it fitsinto position. Cover lock must clickinto locked position prior to use. Ifyou have trouble fitting the cover onthe work bowl, turn chopping bladehub slightly and replace cover.

Food Pusher with Oil Dispenser (1)

Work Bowl Cover with Feed Tube (2)

Reversible Slicing/Shredding Disc (4)

Stainless Steel Chopping Blade (3)

Adapter Stem (5)

Work Bowl (6)

Gearbox Collar (7)

Blender Base (8)

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5. The food pusher fits in feed tubewith more rounded side towards theoutside of the bowl. ALWAYS USEPUSHER TO GUIDE FOODTHROUGH FEED TUBE. NEVERUSE YOUR FINGERS ORSPATULA.

6. Plug your SmartPower Duetblender/food processor into a walloutlet. Push the “On” button andthen the “Food Processor” button tostart chopping or puréeing. It isrecommended that one hand beplaced on the food processor lidwhile in use, to provide unit stability.If the machine doesn’t start, makesure it is plugged in and the workbowl and cover are locked intoplace. The food processor will notstart until the collar, work bowland work bowl lid are locked intoplace. Nevertheless, alwaysunplug the unit before placinghands into the food processorbowl. NOTE: The motor base willstart, but the food processorblade will not turn untilassembled properly.

SLICING AND SHREDDING WITHTHE REVERSIBLESLICING/SHREDDING DISC

The slicing/shredding disc can sliceand shred a variety of fruits andvegetables, meats and cheeses.

Food Processor Assembly forSlicing and Shredding

1. Hold collar in one hand and bowlhandle in the other. Twist bowlclockwise onto collar.

2. Place collar with bowl onto motorbase with handle facing front.

3. Place adapter stem onto the centershaft. To slice: Attach disc to stemwith the raised edge of slicer ontop. To shred: Attach disc to stemwith the raised shredding slots ontop. Place the slicing/shredding disconto shaft with the desired cuttingblade facing up. Be sure to handlethe metal blade with care, as it israzor sharp.

4. Place cover on work bowl, with feedtube at about 11 o’clock. Turn coverclockwise until it fits into position.Insert food in feed tube.

5. Hold pusher with more roundedside towards the outside of the bowland insert it in feed tube over food.Always use pusher to guide foodthrough feed tube. Never useyour fingers or spatula.

6. Plug your Cuisinart® SmartPowerDuet into a household electricaloutlet.

7. To remove cover, unlock it byturning it counterclockwise, then liftit straight up.

OPERATING CONTROLSYour SmartPower Duet appliancecomes with a food processor button.This button is the perfect speed for allyour food processing tasks. Alwaysuse this speed when using the foodprocessor. You may also use the“Pulse” button with this function forpulse-chopping.

To use your food processor, make surethat the bowl is assembled properlyand the blade or slicing/shredding discand the cover are locked into place.

When you use the control panel, theLED will light next to each button youpress.

Press the “On” button. For continuousoperation, press the “Food Processor”button. Motor will start if you havefollowed assembly instructions.

To turn motor off, press the“Food Processor” button again orthe “Off” button.

For on-off operation, called pulse-chopping or pulsing, press the “On”button, press the “Pulse” button, andthen press and release the “FoodProcessor” button the desired numberof times. Motor runs as long as youhold the “Food Processor” buttondown. The motor stops when yourelease control switch. Try it a fewtimes.

You control the duration and frequencyof pulses by the length of time you holdthe “Food Processor” button down andthe rate at which you press it. Allowenough time between pulses to let foodin work bowl fall to bottom.

Always use the “Food Processor”button for pulse/chopping. Never turncover back and forth to start and stopprocessor.

USING THE SMARTPOWER DUETBLENDER/FOOD PROCESSOR TOCHOP, PURÉE, AND MIX

Refer to Food Processor Assemblyinstructions on page 6.

1. Remove cover and put food intowork bowl.

First, cut food into 2cm pieces. You willget a more even chop if you start withpieces that are all the same size.

Put pieces into work bowl with metalblade in place. You can put in up to1 cup of food at a time. If you want toprocess more, do it in batches.

2. Put on cover and lock it. Insertpusher. It is recommended that onehand be placed on the foodprocessor lid while in use, toprovide unit stability. Press the“On” button, press the “Pulse”button, and the “Food Processor”button (to pulse), then release.Repeat two to three times. Eachtime blade stops, let food piecesdrop to the bottom of bowl beforepulsing again. This ensures that theblade will chop them at every pulse.

Watch what happens to the food. Withpulse/chopping technique, you can getan even chop without danger ofoverprocessing. Check texture bylooking through work bowl. Be carefulnot to overprocess.

For a coarse chop, pulse only afew times.

3. If you want a finer chop or purée,press the “On” button and then the“Food Processor” button and letmachine run continuously until thefood is chopped as fine as you wantit. Check frequently through clearcover or bowl to avoid chopping toofine. Use a plastic spatula to scrapedown any pieces that stick to insideof bowl.

Onions and other food with a highwater content turn into a smooth puréevery quickly. Do not over- chop - lookat food frequently through work bowl.

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To purée, follow same procedure asfor chopping, but let machine run untilfood is a smooth purée.

New users are often surprised at howfast the processor works. You willquickly get used to its great speed.

These are some conditions that affectyour results:

• Size of pieces you put in bowl –all should be about the same size.

• Amount of food you process – don’tadd too much.

• Type of processing you choose –continuous or pulse/chopping.

ADDING FOODWHILE PROCESSING

To add liquid while the machine isrunning, pour it through open feedtube. This is especially useful whenmaking mayonnaise or dressings.A small hole in the pusher allows youto add liquids in a very slow, steadystream – useful when making sauces.

When you want to add small piecesof food like cheese, meat or garliccloves while machine is running,drop them through open feed tube.

To prevent spills when addingsugar and other dry ingredients,use a funnel.

REMOVING PROCESSED FOOD

Before removing processed food, press“Off” button and wait for blade to stopspinning. Then remove cover byturning it counterclockwise. Never tryto remove cover and work bowltogether; this can damage work bowl.

It is important not to let metal blade fallout of work bowl as you empty it.

Here are two ways to prevent it fromfalling out:

1. Before tilting bowl, use spatula toremove food from around blade.Carefully remove blade by theplastic hub.

2. Hold top of blade in place withfinger or spatula while pouring outprocessed food.

At this point, you may either lift thework bowl off motor base, or hold thecollar at the base and turn the handleof the bowl counterclockwise and liftblade straight up.

Your SmartPower Duet Blender/FoodProcessor makes many everyday foodpreparation tasks much easier andfaster. Follow these guidelines to getbest results when using metal bladewith food you prepare most often.

NOTE: Occasionally, a piece of foodmay become wedged between theblade and the work bowl. If thishappens, remove the cover, lift theblade out carefully and remove thewedged piece. Empty the bowl,reinsert the blade and lock the coverinto place. Process smaller amounts ofthe food at one time.

General Guidelines for Preparing Foods for Processing withthe Food Processor Chopping Blade

THE FOOD HOW TO PREPARE IT

Fruit and vegetables Peel and core if necessary. Remove large hardpits and seeds. Cut into 2cm pieces and processup to 1 cup at a time.

Meat, poultry and fish These should be very cold but not frozen. First, cutinto 2cm pieces. Put up to 230g in work bowl.If you want to chop or purée more, do it in batchesof not more than 230g each. Pulse/chop orrun continuously until desired consistency isreached. Check texture every 2 or 3 seconds toavoid overprocessing.

Bread, crackers or cookies Break into 2.5cm pieces and process continuouslyuntil texture for crumbs is fine. For seasonedcrumbs, chop with herbs. For buttered crumbs,dribble melted butter through feed tube whileprocessing - 1 teaspoon melted butter for eachslice of bread.

Crumb crusts Chop crackers or cookies as described inpreceding paragraph. Add sugar, spices and butterand cut into pieces, as specified by recipe.Pulse/chop until combined.

Hard cheese “grated” If it’s too hard to cut with a knife, don’t try to chopit – it may damage blade. First cut into 2cm pieces.Pulse/chop until pea-sized, then processcontinuously. You can chop it as coarse or as fineas you want. Simply run machine longer for finerchop. Process up to 100g at one time.

Whipping cream Processor-whipped cream works well for mostpurposes. It is excellent as a topping for dessertsor hot drinks. Cream must be at refrigeratortemperature. You can whip up to 1 cup at a time.

Parsley and other fresh herbs Work bowl and metal blade must be clean anddry. Remove stems; use leaves only. Dry herbscompletely. The more herbs you chop at once, thefiner chop you can get. Chopped herbs keep forseveral days in the refrigerator in airtight bags, orcan be frozen for months.

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SLICING AND SHREDDING

1. Assemble clear work bowl on collarand base in the usual way. (Seesteps 1 and 2 on page 6.)

2. Pick up adapter stem. Hold stem byside that has the octagon shape(eight sided) and push rounded sidedown as far as it will go on motorshaft.

3. Place the reversibleslicing/shredding disc with thedesired cutting edge facing up ontothe adapter stem. Always handleslicing/shredding disc by the rim.Never touch sharp cutting blades.

4. Put cover on work bowl, lock it intoplace by twisting it clockwise andinsert food in feed tube.

5. Insert pusher. Use moderatepressure to push down on pusherwith one hand while using yourother hand to push the On button,Pulse button, and hold down theFood Processor button. Slicing andshredding only take a few seconds.

Wait until disc stops spinning beforeremoving cover. When it stops,remove cover before removing workbowl. Never try to remove cover andwork bowl together; this coulddamage work bowl.

6. Remove slicing/shredding discbefore removing work bowl. Toremove it, grasp flat top section ofadapter stem and lift it straight up.Holding work bowl collar, turn workbowl counterclockwise and lift itstraight up to remove it from base.

RECIPE TIPSYou’ll find many easy ways to preparesavoury, healthful meals with yourCuisinart® SmartPowerDuetBlender/Food Processor. The simplerecipes that follow include some oldCuisinart favourites as well as somecreative combinations that are sure toplease your friends and family. Thanks tothe superior ice crushing power of theSmartPowerDuet Blender/FoodProcessor, you’ll also be able to makedelicious frozen drinks.

RECIPE TIPS FOR USINGYOUR SMARTPOWER DUETBLENDER:Chopping NutsPulse 1/2 cup of nuts (shells removed)on chop 4-5 times. Turn blender off;scrape blender jar with spatula. Turnblender on and pulse on chop 2-3 times.Turn blender off. Pulse fewer times formore coarsely chopped results. For bestresults, process no more than 1 cup ata time.

Bread, Cookie orCracker CrumbsFor best results, use day-old bread (drierbread works best). Break bread slicesinto 15mm pieces, and process no morethan 1 cup of pieces at a time on mix for5-10 seconds. Crackers and cookiesshould also be broken into 15mmpieces; process 1 cup at a time on mixfor 10-15 seconds. Turn blender off.

Crushing Ice(Blender Jar Only)Add up to 10 large ice cubes toblender jar. Press the “Ice Crush”Button, using short bursts, 10 times oruntil cubes are the consistency ofsnow. Turn blender off. Pulse fewertimes if coarsely chopped ice isdesired.

Grating Citrus Zest

For best results, blender jar and cuttingassembly must be clean and dry.Remove zest from fruit in strips (usingvegetable peeler). Use no more than8 strips at a time (zest of one mediumlemon). Cut strips in half. Add stripsand 1 teaspoon sugar (from recipe)to the blender jar. Blend on foodprocessor speed for 15-20 seconds.Turn blender off.

Grinding Hard CheeseCut cheese into 15mm pieces. Blend onfood processor speed for 30 seconds.Turn blender off. For best results, grindno more than 100g of cheese at a time.

Grinding SpicesFor best results, blender jar and cuttingassembly must be clean and dry. Add1/4 -1/2 cup of spices, seeds orpeppercorns to blender jar. Blend onfood processor speed for 30-35seconds. Turn blender off.

Whipping CreamWhip 1 cup of cream (whipping or heavycream) at a time. Blend on mix, andprocess for 45-60 seconds or untilcreamy and smooth. If makingsweetened cream, add sugar after10 seconds. Turn blender off.Makes about 1 cup.

Puréeing Sun-Dried TomatoesRehydrate 30g of tomatoes in 1 cupboiling water. Allow to sit for 10 minutesor until softened. Add tomatoes andwater to blender jar. Cover and pulse onfood processor speed 5 times; then runcontinuously on food processor speedfor 15-20 seconds. Turn blender off.Drain in fine strainer if desired. Makesabout 1/2 cup of puréed tomatoes.

CLEANING ANDSTORING YOURSMARTPOWERFOOD PROCESSORATTACHMENTStore the chopping blade and slicing/shredding disc as you would sharpknives – out of the reach of children.

The work bowl, cover, pusher,chopping blade, and slicing/shreddingdisc are top shelf dishwasher safe.When placing parts in yourdishwasher, insert the work bowlupside down. Remember where youplace the sharp blade and disc, andbe certain to unload the dishwashercarefully.

The gearbox collar is not immersible.To clean, just wipe with a damp cloth.

If you wash the blades and discs byhand, do it carefully. Avoid leavingthem in soapy water where they maydisappear from sight. To clean themetal blade, fill the work bowl withsoapy water, hold the blade by itsplastic centre and move rapidly upand down on the centre shaft of thebowl. Use of a spray hose is alsoeffective. If necessary, use a brush.

The work bowl should not be placedin a microwave oven.

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Food

Long narrow foods like carrots, celery, cucumbers,and zucchini

Apples, onions, potatoes, peppers, tomatoes andother large round fruits and vegetables

Strawberries, mushrooms, radishes and other small,round fruits and vegetables

Cabbage, Iceberg Lettuce

Uncooked meat and poultry(230g maximum at one time)

Soft cheeses like Mozzarella

Medium-hard cheeses like Cheddar and Swiss

Hard cheeses like Parmesan

To Prepare for Slicing

Cut into even lengths about 2.5cm shorter than heightof feed tube. Stand pieces upright in feed tube, flatside down, adding enough pieces so they cannot tilt.

Cut one end flat then cut lengthwise in halves orquarters. Pack solidly in feed tube to prevent tilting.Fill feed tube to about 2.5cm from top.Use light to moderate pressure.

Slice off top and bottom, leaving centre section. Placein feed tube, flat side down.

Cut off top & bottom, leaving centre section. Cut intowedges to fit feed tube upright. Remove core. Cut top& bottom pieces in similar wedges.

Use boneless cuts. Cut into feed-tube lengths.Remove skin if desired. Wrap in plastic wrap and putin freezer until it feels hard when you try to squeeze itbut is still easily pierced through with tip of sharp knife.Remove plastic wrap and stand upright in feed tube.Note: Chicken and beef for stir-fries should be slicedwith the grain. Boned, skinned chicken breast willusually fit when frozen as described above and cut inhalf crosswise.

Do not slice

Cut into pieces to fit feed tube. Stand pieces in feedtube and use light pressure on pusher.

Do not slice.

To Prepare for Shredding

For long shreds, cut into largest size that will fitsideways in feed tube. Stack in feed tube to about2.5cm from top. For shorter shreds, stand piecesupright in feed tube, flat side down (as described inslicing column).

Same as slicing. Place in feed tube sideways forlonger shreds, or upright for shorter shreds.

Radishes shred well.Same as slicing.

Do not shred.

Same as slicing.

Chill in freezer for 5 minutes before processing.Cut into pieces to fit feed tube. Stand pieces in feedtube and use light pressure on pusher. Use 120gmaximum.

Same as slicing. Chill 5 minutes in freezer beforeprocessing. Use 120g maximum.

Do not shred.

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General Guidelines for Preparing Foods for Slicing and Shredding

RECIPESFor use with SmartPower DuetBlender OnlyBefore following any of these Cuisinartrecipes, make sure the SmartPowerDuet Blender/Food Processor isproperly assembled. Follow the"Assembly" directions on page 6 of thisinstruction booklet for correct blenderassembly procedure. Note: Alwaysturn power base off prior toremoving bowl cover.

Frozen Beverages

FROZEN CRANBERRYORANGE MIMOSAS

Makes ten servings

1 cup cranberry juice cocktail,chilled

1 cup orange juice, chilled1-1/2 cups ice cubes1 bottle (750 ml) brut

champagne, chilled

Place cranberry juice, orange juice,and ice cubes in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar.Turn blender on and process on foodprocessor speed until thick and frothy,about 30-40 seconds. Turn blender off.

Pour 1/3 cup juice mixture into eachchampagne glass. Top with chilledchampagne. Serve immediately.

Nutritional analysis per serving:Calories 32 (0% from fat) • carbo. 8g

• prot. 0g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g• chol. 0mg • sod. 14mg

FROZEN FRUIT DAIQUIRI

Makes five 120ml servings

1 120ml frozen limeadeconcentrate, thawed

1 90ml light rum2 cups ice cubes1 cup ripe fruit, cut into 2.5cm

pieces (strawberries, bananas,peaches)

Place ingredients in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and process on foodprocessor speed until slushy, about45-50 seconds. Turn blender off.Serve immediately.

Nutritional analysis per serving:Calories 90 (0% from fat) • carbo. 13g •

prot. 0g • fat 0g • sat fat 0g• chol. 0mg • sod. 3mg

FROZEN DAIQUIRIMakes four 120ml servings

1 120ml frozen limeadeconcentrate, thawed

1 90ml light rum2 cups ice cubes



• prot. 0g • fat 0g • sat fat 0g• chol. 0mg • sod. 4mg

RUM AND ORANGEFREEZE

Makes four 120ml servings

1 cup orange juice1 25ml - 40ml dark rum1 cup ice cubes

Place ingredients in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and process on foodprocessor speed until slushy, about 30seconds. Turn blender off. Serveimmediately.



MARGARITAMakes four 120ml servings

1/2 cup lime juice1 120ml tequila1 tablespoon sugar2 cups ice cubes




PIÑA COLADA

Makes two 180ml servings

1/2 cup unsweetened pineapplejuice

1 60ml sweetened cream ofcoconut

1 60ml dark rum1 cup ice cubes

Place ingredients in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and process on foodprocessor speed until slushy, about 45-50 seconds. Turn blender off. Serveimmediately.


• prot. 1g • fat 4g • sat. fat 2g• chol 11mg • sod. 17mg

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Milk Shakes& Frappes

ORANGE CREAMSICLE

Makes one 360ml serving

3/4 cup fat-free milk2 scoops (230g) orange sherbet2 tablespoons instant nonfat

dry milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Place ingredients in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and process on foodprocessor speed until smooth, about30 seconds. Turn blender off. Serveimmediately.



CHOCOLATE MILK SHAKEMakes two 240ml servings

1 cup reduced fat milk1 scoop vanilla ice cream2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

Place ingredients in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar.Turn blender on and process on puréeuntil smooth and creamy, about25-30 seconds. Turn blender off.Serve immediately.



Variation:For a strawberry milk shake,substitute strawberry syrup andstrawberry ice cream.

CAPPUCCINO SHAKEMakes four 240ml servings

1 cup espresso coffee or strongcoffee

1/4 cup full cream1/4 cup whole milk1/4 cup sugar*1 cup ice cubes

Ground cinnamon

Place all ingredients except cinnamon inblender jar in order listed. Place cover onblender jar. Turn blender on and processon food processor speed until smooth,about 25-30 seconds. Turn blender off.Pour into glasses, and sprinkle withcinnamon. Serve immediately.

* Use less sugar (about 3 tablespoons)if less sweetness is desired.



Variation:Pour mixture into ice cube trays, andfreeze until solid. Place in blender jarand crush, using Ice Crush to make arefreshing frozen dessert.

ICE CREAM SODA


1 cup reduced fat milk1 scoop vanilla ice cream2 tablespoons chocolate syrup1 cup ginger ale

Place milk, ice cream, and chocolatesyrup in blender jar in order listed.Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender ON and process on purée untilsmooth and creamy, about 40-45seconds. Turn blender off. Divideginger ale into two tall glasses (about420ml - 480ml each). Add ice creammixture and stir gently. Serveimmediately.



MOCHA SHAKEMakes one 360ml serving

1 teaspoon instant coffee crystals1 tablespoon hot water1/2 cup reduced fat milk2 scoops vanilla low-fat frozen

yoghurt or vanilla ice milk2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

Dissolve coffee crystals in hot waterand place in blender jar. Add remainingingredients in order listed. Place coveron blender jar. Turn blender ON andprocess on purée until smooth, about25-30 seconds. Turn blender off.Serve immediately.



Smoothies

ALL-FRUIT SMOOTHIE

Makes six 180ml servings

1/3 cup orange juice1 cup rockmelon, cut into

2.5cm pieces1 cup raspberries1 cup canned pineapple chunks,

drained1 cup navel orange segments, cut

into 2.5cm pieces1 cup strawberries, cut into

2.5cm pieces1 medium banana, cut into

2.5cm pieces1 cup ice cubes

Layer the ingredients in the blender jarin the order listed. Do not pack fruittightly into blender jar. Place cover onblender jar. Turn blender ON andprocess on food processor speed untilsmooth, about 30-40 seconds. Turnblender off.

Note: The riper the fruit, the sweeterthe smoothie.



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BANANA-PINEAPPLEFREEZE


1 cup unsweetenedpineapple juice

1/2 medium banana, cut into2.5cm pieces

1/4 cup instant nonfat dry milk1 cup ice cubes

Place ingredients in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and process on foodprocessor speed until smooth, about25-30 seconds. Turn blender off. Serveimmediately.

Nutritional analysis per serving:Calories 152 (0% from fat) • carbo. 32g •

prot. 6g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g• chol. 3mg • sod. 87mg

Sauces/Dressings/Vinaigrettes

CHOCOLATE SAUCE

Makes six tablespoons

3 30g squares semisweetchocolate, each broken into8 pieces

1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/4 cup boiling water, cooled for

5 minutes

Place chocolate and sugar in blenderjar. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and process on foodprocessor speed until coarselychopped, about 10-15 seconds.

Add water, and process on foodprocessor speed until smooth, about10 seconds. Turn blender off. Serveimmediately or cool and refrigerate inan airtight container for up to 4 weeks.Reheat before serving.

Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:Calories 85 (53% from fat) • carbo. 9g


TOMATO SAUCE


1 800g can Italian plumtomatoes, drained

2 medium shallots, peeled, cutinto 1.5cm pieces

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugar

Place ingredients in blender jar in orderlisted. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and process on purée untilcoarsely chopped, about 10-15 seconds.Turn blender off. Transfer to skillet orsaucepan; simmer over medium-lowheat, stirring occasionally, until thick,about 20-30 minutes.

Note: Purée 20-25 seconds for asmoother sauce.



CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Makes 3/4 cup

1 small garlic clove, peeled andquartered

3/4 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper1/8 teaspoon salt

Place garlic in blender jar. Place coveron blender jar. Turn blender on andprocess on food processor speed untilfinely chopped, about 10 seconds. Addremaining ingredients in order listed,and blend on stir until combined, about15-20 seconds. Turn blender off. Storein refrigerator in an airtight container forup to 3 weeks.

Nutritional analysis per tablespoon:Calories 126 (100% from fat) • carbo. 0g


Baby FoodPURÉED SQUASH


1 medium acorn squash1/4 cup water

Cut squash in half, and remove seeds.Place in a microwave-safe dish with2 tablespoons of water, cover with plasticwrap, and cook until soft, about 12-14minutes. Allow to cool, and scrape out pulpwith a spoon. (There will be about 1-1/2cups pulp.) Place water, then pulp inblender jar. Place cover on blender jar.Turn blender ON and blend on purée untilsmooth, about 15-20 seconds. Turnblender off. Scrape blender jar with aspatula. Turn blender ON and blend on

purée for 10-15 seconds longer. Turnblender off. Store in an airtight container inthe refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freezein individual portions for up to 2 months.



OATMEAL WITHBANANAS

Makes eight 60ml servings

1-1/2 cups milk1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons quick

cooking oats1/2 cup banana pieces,

in 2.5cm pieces (about 1/2 ofa small banana)

Place milk in a small saucepan overmedium heat and warm for about 5minutes (do not boil). Add oats, and stirto combine. Reduce heat to low, andcook, stirring frequently, untiloatmeal thickens, about 1 minute.

Place oatmeal mixture and banana inblender jar. Place cover on blender jar.Turn blender on and blend on puréeuntil smooth, about 20-25 seconds.Turn blender off. Store in an airtightcontainer in the refrigerator for 1-2days. Add 1-2 tablespoons of milk ifthe oatmeal thickens too much duringstorage. Warm before serving.



Variation:Substitute other ripe fruits such aspeaches, pears or fresh apricots.

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PURÉED PEACHES

Makes nine 60ml servings

4 medium peaches, peeled, pitsremoved, cut into 2.5cm pieces

1/2 cup water

Place peaches in a steamer basket ina medium saucepan. Add enoughwater to be 2.5cm deep in pan.Cover tightly, and bring to boilover medium-high heat. Steam untilpeaches are soft but not mushy,about 4-5 minutes. Replenish waterif necessary during steaming.

Place water and steamed peaches inblender jar in that order. Place coveron blender jar. Turn blender ON andblend on purée until smooth, about15-20 seconds. Turn blender off.Scrape blender jar with a spatula.Turn blender ON and blend on puréefor an additional 10-15 seconds.Turn blender off. Store in an airtightcontainer in the refrigerator for up to1 week.



CHICKEN WITHNOODLES

Makes twenty 60ml servings

1 225g boneless, skinlesschicken breast, cut into2.5cm pieces

1-1/2 cups reduced-sodiumchicken broth

1/2 cup egg pastina1/2 cup frozen peas

Place chicken, broth, pastina and peasin a medium saucepan. Cover; bring toboil over medium-high heat. Reduce heatto low, and simmer, partially covered, untilchicken is cooked and pastina is soft butnot mushy, about 8-9 minutes. Removefrom heat, and cool for 5 minutes.

Place chicken mixture in blender jar.Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and blend on puréeuntil smooth, about 30 seconds.Turn blender off. Scrape blender jarwith a spatula. Turn blender on andcontinue blending on purée for 30seconds longer. Turn blender off.Store in an airtight container in therefrigerator for up to 1 week, or freezein individual portions for up to2 months.

Note: For a thinner consistency, add1-2 tablespoons of milk.



BattersBUTTERMILK PANCAKES

Makes sixteen 10cm pancakes

1-1/2 cups buttermilk2 large eggs1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltCooking spray

Place first eight ingredients, in orderlisted, in blender jar (not vegetable oilcooking spray). Place cover on blenderjar. Turn blender on and blend onpurée for 10 seconds. Turn blender off.Scrape blender jar with a spatula.Turn blender on and blend on puréefor an additional 15-20 seconds. Turnblender off.

Coat a large nonstick skillet or griddle withcooking spray, and heat over mediumheat. Pour batter into 10cm pancakes.When they start to bubble, turn and brownthe other side, about 45 seconds. Repeatwith remaining batter, coating skillet withcooking spray as necessary.

Nutritional analysis per pancake:Calories 75 (36% from fat) • carbo. 9g


CUISINART CRÊPES

Makes sixteen crêpes(about 20cm diameter)

1-2/3 cups warm water3 tablespoons softened butter,

in 2.5cm pieces1 cup all-purpose flour3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon saltCooking spray

Place first six ingredients, in order listed,into blender jar (not cooking spray).Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender ON and blend on mix for 10seconds. Turn blender off. Scrapeblender jar with a spatula. Turn blenderON and continue blending on mix untilsmooth, about 5-10 seconds. Turnblender off.

Refrigerate in a covered container for2 hours before using. Store in an airtightcontainer in the refrigerator for up to2 days. Stir well before using.

Coat a 24cm nonstick skillet with cookingspray, and place over medium heat. Pour3 tablespoons batter into skillet, and swirlto coat bottom of the pan evenly with athin film. Cook about 1 minute on eachside, or until lightly browned.

Reserve crêpes. Repeat with remainingbatter, coating pan with cooking sprayas necessary.

Serve with creamed chicken, freshberries or sautéed apples.

Nutritional analysis per crêpe:Calories 59 (46% from fat) • carbo. 6g


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HONEY WHEAT WAFFLES

Makes six waffles (about 3 cups batter)

1-1/2 cups milk2 large eggs3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-

purpose flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour4 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Preheat waffle iron. Place ingredients inblender jar in order listed. Place coveron blender jar. Turn blender on andblend on purée for 10 seconds. Turnblender off. Scrape blender jar withspatula. Turn blender on and continueblending on purée until smooth, about10-15 seconds. Turn blender off.

Follow manufacturer’s instructions tobake waffles.

Nutritional analysis per waffle:Calories 239 (41% from fat) • carbo. 28g


SoupsCOLD GAZPACHO

Makes five 180ml servings

2 cups tomato juice, divided1 rib celery, peeled, cut into

2.5cm pieces1 medium cucumber, peeled, cut

in half lengthwise, seedsremoved, in 2.5cm pieces

1 clove garlic, peeled, cut in4 pieces

1/2 medium green bell pepper,cored, seeded, cut into 2.5cmpieces

1 small jalapeño pepper, cut inhalf, seeds removed, cut into5mm pieces

4 spring onions, cut into2.5cm pieces

2 medium tomatoes, seedsremoved, each cut into 8 pieces

2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Place 1 cup tomato juice in blender jar.Add celery and next six ingredients.Place cover on blender jar. Turn blenderon and blend on purée until vegetablesare medium-finely chopped, about10-15 seconds. Turn blender off.Place in a large serving bowl, and addremaining 1 cup tomato juice, lemonjuice, and pepper; stir to combine. Chillbefore serving.



CREAM OFASPARAGUS SOUP


3/4 cup parsley leaves3 tablespoons butter or

margarine1 small onion, cut into

2.5cm pieces1 340g asparagus, trimmed,

cut into 2.5cm pieces3 cups chicken stock or broth1/2 cup full cream1/2 cup whole milk3 teaspoons cornstarch1-1/2 cups cold water

Salt and white pepper, to taste

Place parsley in the blender jar. Placecover on blender jar. Turn blender ONand pulse on purée until coarselychopped, about 4-5 times. Reserve.Turn blender off.

Melt butter in a medium saucepan overmedium heat. Add onion, and cookuntil soft but not brown, about 2-3minutes. Add asparagus, stock, and allbut 1 tablespoon of reserved parsley.Cover; bring to boil over medium-highheat. Reduce heat to low and cook,partially covered, until asparagus istender, about 10-12 minutes.

Drain vegetables, being sure to reservethe cooking liquid. Allow cooking liquid tocool 5 minutes. Add 1 cup of the cookingliquid and half of the solids, in order listed,to the blender jar. Place cover on blenderjar. Turn blender on and blend on foodprocessor speed until smooth, about 25-30 seconds. Turn blender off. Return thepuréed vegetable mixture to thesaucepan. Repeat with remaining 1 cupliquid and vegetables. Add remainingcooking liquid and cream and milk topuréed vegetables in the saucepan; stir

to combine. Stir cornstarch into water,and add to soup. Cook, stirring often,over medium heat, until soup thickens,about 6-8 minutes. Do not boil. Adjustseasonings to taste; garnish withremaining parsley, and serve.



POTATO-LEEK SOUP


1 tablespoon unsalted butter2 medium leeks, whites only,

sliced horizontally and cut into2.5cm pieces

1 small onion, in 2.5cm pieces2 medium potatoes, peeled, in

2.5cm pieces1-3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken

broth1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper3 tablespoons chopped chives

(optional)Melt butter in a medium saucepan overmedium heat. Add leeks and onion; sautéuntil soft but not brown, about 5-8minutes; stir occasionally. Add potatoes,broth, and water; cover; bring to boil overmedium-high heat. Reduce heat to low,and simmer, uncovered, until potatoesare soft, about 10-15 minutes.

Drain vegetables, being sure to reservethe cooking liquid. Allow cooking liquid tocool 5 minutes. Add half of the cookingliquid and half of the solids to the blenderjar. Place cover on blender jar. Turnblender on and blend on food processorspeed until smooth, about 15-20seconds. Turn blender off. Return the

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puréed vegetable mixture to thesaucepan.

Repeat with remaining liquid andvegetables and return vegetable mixtureto saucepan. Add salt and pepper; stir tocombine. Garnish with chopped chives, ifdesired.



CREAMYROCKMELON SOUP

Makes five 6-ounce servings

1/2 cup orange juice1 medium rockmelon, seeds and

peel removed, cut into2.5cm pieces

1 cup plain nonfat yoghurt2 tablespoons sugar*2 tablespoons port wine

(optional)2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves

Place orange juice and rockmelon inblender jar. Place cover on blender jar.Turn blender on and blend on purée untilsmooth, about 20-25 seconds. Addyoghurt, sugar, and wine (if using). Blendon purée until smooth, about 15 seconds.Turn blender off. Serve chilled. Garnishwith mint leaves.

*Use less sugar if the rockmelon isnaturally sweet.



CORN CHOWDER

Makes seven180ml servings

1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 medium leek, white only,

washed, cut into 2.5cm pieces1 medium onion, cut into

5mm pieces2 celery ribs, peeled, sliced in

5mm pieces1 medium potato, peeled, cut into

15mm pieces1- 2/3 cups reduced-sodium chicken

broth1 bay leaf1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1-1/3 cups reduced fat milk2 cups corn kernels (fresh or

frozen; thaw if frozen)Divided salt and pepper to taste

Melt butter in a medium saucepan overmedium heat. Add leek and onion; cookover medium heat for 3 minutes. Addcelery, and sauté until soft, about 2minutes. Add potato, broth, bay leaf, andthyme. Cover; bring to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, and cook,partially covered, until potato is tender,about 8-10 minutes.

Place milk and 1 cup corn kernels inblender jar. Place cover on blender jar.Turn blender on and blend on foodprocessor speed until well combined,about 25-30 seconds. Turn blender off.Add milk mixture and remaining corn tosaucepan. Season with salt and pepper, ifdesired. Cook gently over low heat untilheated through. Remove bay leaf beforeserving.



Desserts

ESPRESSO GRANITA

Makes six 1/2 cup servings

2 cups hot espresso coffee1/2 cup sugar1 cup chilled coffee

Combine espresso and sugar in asmall bowl until sugar dissolves. Pourinto ice cube trays, and freeze untilsolid, about 8 hours. Place chilledcoffee and 10 espresso cubes inblender jar. Place cover on blender jar.Turn blender on and blend on foodprocessor speed until thick, about 20-30 seconds. Turn blender off. Addremaining ice cubes. Turn blender onand blend until thick, about 20seconds. Turn blender off. Serveimmediately in well chilled parfait cups.Top with a dollop of whipped cream.



FRESH LEMON GRANITA

Makes eight 1/2 cup servings

2 cups sugar2 cups water1-1/2 cups fresh lemon juice

(juice of about 6 lemons)1 tablespoon grated lemon zest*

Combine sugar and water in a mediumsaucepan, and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, andsimmer until sugar dissolves, about 3-4minutes. Cool completely**. When cool,add lemon juice and zest; stir to combine.

Pour into ice cube trays, and freeze untilsolid, about 8 hours. Place 10 frozencubes in blender jar. Place cover onblender jar. Turn blender ON and press“Ice Crush” button 10 times or until iceis the consistency of snow. Continuecrushing 10 cubes at a time until all arecrushed. Turn blender off. Spooninto well chilled parfait cups and serveimmediately.

* Zest is the colored part of the citrus rind.Do not use the white pith. For best results,remove zest from the lemon with avegetable peeler.

** Place mixture in a covered container,and store in the refrigerator overnight,or chill over an ice bath for 30 minutes.

Nutritional information per serving:Calories 216 (0% from fat) • carbo. 54g

• prot. 0g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g •chol. 0mg • sod. 1mg

LEMON RICOTTACHEESECAKE WITHRASPBERRY SAUCE

Makes eight servings(one 23cm cheesecake)

3 whole granita biscuits1 tablespoon cold butter, in

8 pieces1 tablespoon sugar4 strips lemon zest, cut in half1/2 cup liquid egg substitute6 tablespoons lemon juice1 850g part-skim

ricotta cheese1/2 cup sugar, divided

Preheat oven to 160°C. Cover theoutside of 23cm springform panwith foil.

Break each granitas into pieces and addto blender jar.

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Place cover on blender jar. Turn blenderon and blend on mix until crushed, about10-15 seconds. Add butter and 1tablespoon sugar; blend on Mix untilcombined, about 10-15 seconds. Turnblender off. Press mixture into bottom ofpan, and bake 10 minutes.

Add lemon zest and 1 teaspoon sugar toclean and dry blender jar. Place cover onblender jar. Turn blender on and blend onfood processor speed for 15-20 seconds.Add egg substitute and remainingingredients in the order listed; blend onMix for 60-75 seconds. (It may look as ifthe ingredients are not mixing; however,the blender is working. After about 30seconds, the mixture will start to circulatein the blender jar.) Turn blender off. Pourinto prebaked crust, and bake until firm,about 1 hour. Cool completely on a wirerack, and then refrigerate at least 6 hoursbefore serving. Serve with raspberrysauce (see page 18).

Nutritional analysis per serving(cheesecake only):

Calories 251 (39% from fat) • carbo. 24g• prot. 14g • fat 11g • sat. fat 6g

• chol. 37mg • sod. 211mg

BAKED ALMONDCUSTARD

Makes six servings

3 large eggs1-1/2 cups reduced fat milk1 cup evaporated fat free milk1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon almond extract6 teaspoons finely chopped or

slivered almonds

Preheat oven to 160°C. Add first fiveingredients to blender jar (not almonds).Place cover on blender jar. Turn blenderon and blend on mix until combined,about 10 seconds. Turn blender off.Divide mixture among six 175mlramekins or custard cups, filling eachabout 3/4 full. Top each with 1 teaspoonalmonds.

Place ramekins in a 23cm x 33cmbaking dish and add hot water to reach2.5cm up the sides of the ramekins.Bake until a knife inserted in the centercomes out clean, about 1 hour. Removeramekins from water bath and cool on awire rack. Cover and chill in therefrigerator before serving.



RecipesFor use with SmartPower DuetFood Processor Only

HUMMUSMakes 2-1/4 cups

2 cups canned chickpeas,drained

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice4 tablespoons tahini4 garlic cloves, peeled1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons salt

Parsley sprig

Place first 6 ingredients in theSmartPower Duet work bowl fitted withthe chopping blade. Place cover onwork bowl. Press the on button andprocess on food processor speed untilsmooth, about 30-40 seconds.

Press off button. Transfer to a servingdish and garnish with parsley. Serve atroom temperature.

Nutritional information per tablespoon:Calories 40 (27% from fat) • carbo. 6g •


FRESH TOMATO SALSA

Makes 1 cup

1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves1 small garlic clove, peeled1 jalapeno pepper, halved,

seeded, cut into 1.5cm pieces1 small onion, cut into 2cm

pieces3 plum tomatoes, cut into

1.5cm pieces1 teaspoon fresh lime juice1 teaspoon salt

Place coriander in the SmartPowerDuet work bowl fitted with the choppingblade. Place cover on bowl and pressthe “On” button. With the foodprocessor running on food processorspeed, add garlic through the feed tubeand process until finely chopped, about5 seconds. Scrape work bowl. Addjalapeno, onion, tomatoes, lime juiceand salt.

Press the “Pulse” button and pulseon food processor speed until coarselychopped, about 8 - 10 times. Press“Off” button.

Nutritional information per tablespoon:Calories 20 (0% from fat) • carbo. 4g


SPICY CRAB DIP

Makes 1-3/4 cups

1 tablespoon fresh chives1 cup lowfat sour cream1/3 cup fat free milk1/4 cup lowfat mayonnaise1-1/2 teaspoons prepared

horseradish1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper1 can (170g) crabmeat,drained (about 3/4 cup)

Place chives in the SmartPower Duetfood processor work bowl fitted with thechopping blade. Place cover on workbowl and press the “On” button.Process on food processor speed untilfinely chopped, about 5 seconds. Leavein bowl. Add remaining ingredients towork bowl and press Pulse button.Pulse on food processor speed untilcombined, about 6 times. Press “Off”button. Refrigerate for 1 - 2 hoursbefore serving to develop flavour.



CREAMY GUACAMOLE

Makes 1-1/2 cups

1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves1 medium garlic clove, peeled1 small spring onions, trimmed,

cut into 2.5cm pieces1/2 small green chili, seeded1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon chili powder1/2 cup nonfat plain yoghurt2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 small plum tomato, cut into

1.5cm pieces2 small ripe avocados, peeled,

pits removed, cut into1.5cm pieces

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Place coriander, garlic, spring onion,chili, salt and chili powder in theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl fitted with the chopping blade.Place cover on work bowl and press“On” button. Process on foodprocessor speed until finely chopped,about 5 seconds. Scrape work bowland add yoghurt, lemon juice, tomatoand avocado. Press “Pulse” button andpulse on food processor speed 5times, then run continuously untilsmooth, about 20 seconds. Press “Off”button.Tip: To prevent browning, buryavocado pit in the centre of themixture. Cover tightly and refrigerate.



PESTO SAUCEMakes eight 30ml servings

1 90g Parmesan cheese,cut into 1.5cm pieces

3 small garlic cloves, peeled2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely

packed2/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup pine nuts

Place cheese in the SmartPower Duetfood processor work bowl fitted withthe chopping blade. Place the cover onthe work bowl and press the “On”button. Process on food processorspeed until finely chopped, about 45seconds. Reserve. Add garlic andprocess until finely chopped, about 5seconds. Scrape work bowl and addbasil, oil and pine nuts. Process untilcombined, about 15 seconds.

Scrape work bowl and add reservedcheese.Process until well blended,about 30 seconds. Press “Off” button.

Nutritional information per serving:Calories 262 (89% from fat) • carbo. 2g •

sod. 202mg • prot. 5g • fat 26g• sat. fat 5g • chol. 8mg

RASPBERRY SAUCE


1 340g frozen raspberries,thawed, at room temperature(about 1-1/3 cups)

1 tablespoon sugar

Place raspberries and sugar in theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl fitted with the chopping blade.Place cover on work bowl and press“On” button. Process on foodprocessor speed until well combined,about 20 seconds. Press “Off” button.Strain mixture through a fine sieve.Store in an airtight container in therefrigerator. Serve over fruit, ice cream,cake or cheese cake.



CLASSIC MAYONNAISEWITH COOKED EGGS

Heating eggs to 70°C, and holdingthem there for a moment, sanitisesthem to kill salmonella bacteria

Makes 1 cup

1 large egg1 large egg yolk1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon flour

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1-1/4 teaspoons dry mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground

white pepper2/3 cup (175 ml) vegetable oil

Have ready a pie plate filled with icecubes and cold water. Add the wholeegg, egg yolk, sugar and flour to theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl fitted with the chopping blade.Place cover on work bowl and press“On” button. Process on foodprocessor speed until combined, about5 seconds. Transfer to a 18cm non-stick skillet. Wash the work bowl, bladeand lid with hot water and soap; dry.

Over medium heat, using a heat-proofscraper, stir the egg mixture until itthickens to the consistency of a thincustard, about 1 to 1-1/2 minutes. Stir1/2 minute longer, then remove the panfrom the heat and place it in theprepared ice water bath, stirring theegg mixture until it is cool.

Add the cooled egg mixture to theclean workbowl fitted with the choppingblade, along with the vinegar, drymustard, salt and pepper. Process onfood processor speed to blend, about15 seconds. With the machine running,pour 1/3 cup of the oil into the pusherand let it drip through the small hole.The mayonnaise will thicken gradually.Remove the small pusher and add theremaining oil through the feed tube in aslow, steady stream, about 1 minute.Stop processing once all the oil hasbeen added and the mixture isemulsified.

Variation: Cholesterol-FreeMayonnaiseSubstitute 1/2 cup pasteurised liquidegg substitute for the egg and eggyolk. Omit the cooking/cooling steps.

Nutritional information per tablespoon ofClassic Mayonnaise:

Calories 93 (96% from fat) • carbo. 0g• prot. 1g • fat 10g • sat. fat 1g

• chol. 27mg • sod. 77mg

LOW-FAT BLUE CHEESEDRESSING

Makes 1 cup

1 cup fresh parsley1/3 cup fat free milk1/2 cup nonfat plain yoghurt1 60g blue cheese, cut into

1.5cm pieces1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper1/4 teaspoon salt

Place parsley in the SmartPower Duetfood processor work bowl fitted withthe chopping blade. Place cover onwork bowl and press “On” button.Process on food processor speed untilfinely chopped, about 10 seconds.Add remaining ingredients and processuntil smooth, about 20 seconds. PressOFF button. Store in the refrigerator inan airtight container for up to twoweeks.



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WHIPPED CREAM

Makes 1 cup

1 cup whipping cream1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Place cream in SmartPower Duet foodprocessor work bowl fitted with thechopping blade. Place cover on workbowl and press “On” button. Processon food processor speed until creambegins to thicken, about 30 seconds.Add sugar and vanilla. Continueprocessing until cream is thickened,about 30 seconds. Press “Off” button.



CHICKEN STIR-FRY

Makes 4 servings

1 450g boneless, skinlesschicken breasts

1 medium garlic clove, peeled1 2.5cm piece fresh ginger,

peeled2 small carrots, peeled, cut to fit

feed tube horizontally1 120g mushrooms,

stems trimmed6 medium spring onions,

trimmed, cut into 2.5cm pieces1 small zucchini, cut to fit feed

tube vertically1 medium red pepper, cored,

seeded, cut into rectangles tofit feed tube

6 tablespoons vegetable oil,divided

2 teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoons cold water1/2 cup reduced sodium chicken

broth2 tablespoons soy sauce1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oilFreshly ground black pepper,to taste

Cut chicken breasts in half. Roll eachhalf into a cylinder and wrap in plasticwrap. Freeze until chicken is hard tothe touch, but is still easily pierced witha sharp knife.

Place garlic and ginger in theSmartPower Duet Food Processorwork bowl fitted with the choppingblade. Place cover on the work bowland press the “On” button. Process onfood processor speed until minced,about 10 seconds. Remove andreserve. Insert the shredding disc.Pack carrots in the feed tube andshred. Remove and reserve. Insert theslicing disc and slice mushrooms,spring onions, zucchini and pepper,reserving each separately. Slice semi-frozen chicken. Press “Off” button.

Heat oil in a stir-fry pan or large skilletover medium-high heat. Add2 tablespoons vegetable oil and stir-frychicken until it is cooked through andjuices run clear. Cook chicken inbatches if necessary. Reserve andkeep warm.

Add 2 tablespoons oil to stir-fry panand cook garlic and ginger untilfragrant, about 15 seconds. Addcarrots and cook for 15 seconds. Addremaining vegetables and cook untiljust tender, about 1 minute. Removeand reserve.

Combine cornstarch and water in asmall bowl. Add broth, soy sauce andsesame oil. Add to stir-fry pan andcook over medium-high heat untilthickened, about 2 minutes. Addreserved chicken and vegetables; stir

to combine and cook until heatedthrough. Season to taste with pepperand serve immediately.



POTATOES AU GRATIN

Makes 6 servings

Cooking spray1 small garlic clove, peeled1 cup heavy cream1/2 cup reduced sodium, lowfat

chicken broth1 120g cheddar cheese4 medium potatoes, peeled,

halved lengthwise, ends cut flatSalt, to tasteFreshly ground black pepper,to taste

Preheat oven to 160°C and spray a23cm square baking dish withvegetable oil cooking spray.

Place garlic in the SmartPower Duetfood processor work bowl fitted withthe chopping blade. Place cover onwork bowl and press “On” button.Process on food processor speeduntil minced, about 5 seconds.

Place cream, broth and garlic in asmall saucepan and bring to a simmerover medium-low heat.

Insert the shredding disc into the foodprocessor work bowl and shred thecheese. Reserve. Insert the slicing discand slice the potatoes. Press“Off” button.

Layer half the potato slices in thebottom of the prepared baking dish.Sprinkle with salt, pepper and half thecheese. Add remaining potatoes in a

layer over the cheese, and season.Pour the hot cream mixture over thetop of the potatoes.

Bake until potatoes are tender, liquid isabsorbed and top is browned, about 1hour. Sprinkle remaining cheeseon top, 5 minutes before the endof cooking.



SHREDDED CARROTSAND ZUCCHINI

Makes 4 servings

2 small zucchini, trimmed, cut tofit feed tube

3 medium carrots, peeled, cut tofit feed tube

2 tablespoons unsalted butter1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Freshly ground black pepper,to taste

Insert the shredding disc in theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl and place cover on work bowl.Press “On” button. Place zucchini infeed tube and shred, using foodprocessor speed. Remove andreserve. Place carrots in feed tubeand shred. Press “Off” button.

Melt butter in a medium skillet overmedium heat. Add carrots and cookuntil tender, about 2 minutes. Addzucchini and seasonings. Cook, stirringoften, until just tender, about 1 minute.Serve warm.

Nutritional information per serving:Calories 86 (60% from fat) • carbo. 8g •


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CHICKEN SALADMakes 2 servings

1 small celery stalk, peeled, cutinto 2cm pieces

1/3 small red pepper, cut into2cm pieces

1 cup cooked chicken, cut into2cm pieces

1/4 cup lowfat mayonnaiseSalt, to tasteFreshly ground black pepper,to taste

Place celery and red pepper in theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl fitted with the chopping blade.Place cover on work bowl, press “On”button and press “Pulse” button. Pulseon food processor speed until coarselychopped, about 3 - 4 times. Addchicken and mayonnaise; pulse untilcombined, about 3 - 4 times. Press“Off” button. Season, to taste, with saltand pepper.



BANANA WALNUTMUFFINS

Makes 6 muffins

1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1 small ripe banana, peeled, cut

into 2.5cm pieces1 large egg1/4 cup skim milk1/4 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup walnut halves1 teaspoon sugar

Preheat oven to 190°C and line sixmuffin cups with paper liners.

Combine flour, sugar, baking powder,cinnamon and salt in a small bowl.Reserve.

Place banana pieces in theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl fitted with the chopping blade.Place cover on work bowl and press“On” button. Process on foodprocessor speed until smooth, about20 seconds. Scrape bowl. Add egg,milk and oil; process until combined,about 10 seconds. Add walnuts anddry ingredients. Press “Pulse” buttonand pulse on food processor speeduntil flour is just mixed in, about 3 - 4times. Batter will be lumpy and somedry flour may be left on top. Press“Off” button.

Fill prepared muffin cups with batter (fillalmost to the top) and sprinkle topswith sugar. Bake until tops are lightlybrowned and a toothpick inserted inthe centre comes out clean, about20 - 25 minutes. Remove from muffinpan and cool on wire rack.

Nutritional information per muffin:Calories 240 (45% from fat) • carbo. 29g


APPLESAUCEMakes 1-1/2 cups

1 450g apples, peeled, cored,cut into eighths

1/4 cup waterPlace apples and water in a 2-litresaucepan over medium-low heat.Simmer until apples are soft, about20 - 25 minutes. Add additional water,

if necessary, to prevent burning.Remove from heat and allow applemixture to cool before processing.

Transfer apple mixture to theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl fitted with the chopping blade.Place cover on work bowl and pressON button. Process on food processorspeed until combined, about 15seconds. Scrape work bowl. Processuntil smooth, about 10 - 15 seconds.Press “Off” button.

Nutritional information per 1/2 cup:Calories 84 (0% from fat) • carbo. 21g


TOSSED SALAD

Makes 8 servings

8 cups assorted lettuces, washed,dried and torn into bite-sizedpieces*

6 radishes, ends cut flat4 plum tomatoes, ends cut flat1 celery stalk, peeled, cut to fit

feed tube vertically1 small red onion, peeled, ends

cut flat1 medium carrot, peeled, cut to fit

feed tube horizontally1 small zucchini, trimmed, cut to

fit feed tube horizontallyVinaigrette (recipe follows)

Place lettuces in a large salad bowl.Insert the slicing disc in theSmartPower Duet food processor workbowl. Place cover on work bowl andpress “On” button. Using foodprocessor speed, slice radishes andtransfer to salad bowl. Slice tomatoes,celery and red onion separately,transferring each to the salad bowlafter slicing. Insert the shredding disc.Place carrots in feed tube horizontally

and shred. Transfer to salad bowl.Repeat with zucchini. Press “Off”button. Toss vegetables with lettuces.When ready to serve, add vinaigretteand toss to combine.

Nutritional information per serving: (saladonly) Calories 40 (0% from fat) • carbo.

8g • prot. 2g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g• chol. 0mg • sod. 26mg

VINAIGRETTE

Makes 1 cup

1 small garlic clove, peeled1/3 cup red wine vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black

pepper1 cup vegetable oil

Place garlic in the SmartPower Duetfood processor work bowl fitted withthe chopping blade. Place cover onwork bowl and press “On” button.Process on food processor speed untilfinely chopped, about 5 seconds. Addvinegar, mustard, salt and pepper;process 5 seconds to combine. Withmachine running, slowly pour oilthrough feed tube until well mixed,about 30 seconds. Press “Off”button.



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WARRANTYLIMITED THREE YEARWARRANTYThis warranty supersedes all previouswarranties on Cuisinart® SmartPowerDuet Blender/Food Processor.

This warranty is available to consumersonly. You are a consumer if you own aCuisinart® SmartPower DuetBlender/Food Processor that waspurchased at retail for personal, family,or household use. Except as otherwiserequired under applicable state law,this warranty is not available to retailersor other commercial purchasersor owners.

We warrant that your Cuisinart®

SmartPower Duet Blender/FoodProcessor will be free of defects inmaterial or workmanship under normalhome use for three years from the dateof original purchase.

We suggest that you complete andpromptly return the enclosed warrantyregistration card to facilitate verificationof the date of original purchase.However, return of the warrantyregistration card is not a conditionof these warranties.

If your blender should prove to bedefective within the warranty period, wewill repair it (or, if we think it necessary,replace it) without charge to you. To obtainwarranty service, please call ourConsumer Service Centre toll-free at1800 808 971 (AUST), 0800 435 000(NZ), or write to:

Cuisinart Australia24 Salisbury RoadAsquith NSW 2077

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Please also be sure to include a returnaddress, daytime phone number,description of the product defect, productserial number (stamped on bottom ofproduct base), and any other informationpertinent to the product’s return.

Your Cuisinart® SmartPowerDuetBlender/Food Processor has beenmanufactured to strict specificationsand has been designed for use withthe Cuisinart® SmartPower DuetBlender/Food Processor accessoriesand replacement parts. These warrantiesexpressly exclude any defects ordamages caused by accessories,replacement parts, or other repairservice other than those that havebeen authorised by Cuisinart. Thesewarranties do not cover any damagecaused by accident, misuse, shipment,or other than ordinary household use.These warranties exclude all incidentalor consequential damages.

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