Product Description
THE COOK’s TOUR
Let me start by saying that I am not one of Cuisinart’s big fans. Most of their equipment, especially compared to what they built when they launched the company, is, in my opinion, utter garbage, WITH ONE notable exception. The Mini-Prep food processors provide a perfect size, and, somehow, Cuisinart didn’t manage to cheap out on the motors, so they are generally pretty reliable units, even if they’re louder than a Cuban 1950’s Buick on its fourth engine.
If you just need something chopped or ground up quickly, this powerful little food processor does the job, although it’s going to let you know about it every step of the way. See Pros and Cons.
WHAT DOES IT DO
- Mince up vegetables and herbs or meats like ham
- Grind spice rubs
- Quick fresh cocktail sauces
- Compound butters
- Small amounts of salad dressings
WHAT IT'S GOT
- 250-watt food processor
- 3-cup (24-ounce) plastic work bowl with handle
- Chops and grinds with patented reversible stainless-steel blade
- Push-button control panel
- Plastic body that’s durable, lightweight
- Spatula included
THE FEATURES
- Compact footprint for small-batch prep
- Reversible blade for chopping and grinding
- Surprisingly strong motor for its size
- Simple push-button control
- Lightweight and easy to store
- Dishwasher-safe bowl and lid
THE SPECIFICATIONS
- Capacity: Typically 3 cups (varies slightly by model)
- Motor: Electric, high-speed mini processor motor
- Blade: Stainless steel, reversible
- Housing: Plastic body with removable work bowl
- Controls: Two-button operation (chop/grind)
- Power: Approx. 250 watts
THE WARRANTY
Limited manufacturer warranty, typically 18 months to 3 years depending on model (manufacturer: Cuisinart).
THE CARE NOTE
Wash bowl and lid after each use, dishwasher-safe on top rack. Wipe motor base with a damp cloth, do not submerge. Avoid overfilling to protect motor longevity.
MY TAKE
There are a number of decent chopper products out there. Power to price, this one stands out as a good one, although it is certainly isn’t a wow in a number of areas. Cuisinart, to me at least, always means corners cut to the price. That’s a shame, because I had products of theirs that used to be built like tanks. My original food processor from the 1980’s lasted over 25 years.
It earns my Choicestuff™ Two-Diamond nod until they get get the motor quieter, and less mechanically smelly.
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