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Using & Cleaning

How to use a food processor, what blades and discs do, cleaning, dishwasher care, dough, pie crust, cheese and nut butter, following the maker's manual.

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    Can a Food Processor Shred Cheese?

    Can a food processor shred cheese? Yes, with a shredding disc. Learn which cheeses work best, how to load the feed tube, and how to clean the parts.

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    What Do Food Processor Blades and Discs Do?

    Learn what food processor blade types do, from chopping and mixing to slicing and shredding, and how to choose the right attachment for each task.

  • Cuisinart 11-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    Are Food Processor Parts Dishwasher Safe?

    Find out which food processor parts are dishwasher safe, compare Cuisinart options for your prep routine, and learn how to load, wash, and dry parts.

  • Ninja PrecisionPro BZ601
    Using & Cleaning

    Can You Knead Dough in a Food Processor?

    Make food processor dough with the right blade, batch size, and mixing method. Compare 3 machines and learn when to use a stand mixer or knead by hand.

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    How Do You Make Nut Butter in a Food Processor?

    Make nut butter in a food processor with clear steps, tips for choosing a machine, fixes for crumbly batches, and advice on texture, cleanup, and storage.

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    How Do You Make Pie Dough in a Food Processor?

    Make food processor pie crust dough with cold butter and short pulses. Learn when to stop, which processor fits your baking, and how to avoid tough crust.

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    What Can You Make in a Food Processor?

    Learn what you can make in a food processor, from salsa and shredded cheese to pie dough, plus tips on choosing a bowl size, using blades, and cleanup.

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    How Do You Clean a Food Processor?

    Learn how to clean a food processor, remove stuck food, wash blades safely, check dishwasher care, and choose a model that fits your cleanup and storage routine.

  • Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
    Using & Cleaning

    How Do You Use a Food Processor?

    Learn how to use a food processor to chop, slice, shred, puree, and knead, with setup, loading, pulsing, safety, and cleanup tips for better results.