The mini food processor is a sensible solution for small quantity food preparation tasks. Offered by most kitchen appliance manufacturers, a mini processor is a scaled down version of larger models designed to chop, grind or puree food.
A small food processor is an invaluable asset in a home kitchen. Compact and easily stored, they are convenient kitchen tools. Ranging in size from the Cuisinart 9-ounce Mini-Mate Plus to the Kitchen Aid 3 cup Chopper, there is a processor to suit every need.
Chop nuts or fruit for baking, puree a soup or sauce, or grate cheese with a mini processor. Prepare a homemade pesto or salsa. Use your processor to chop fresh vegetables for a salad, and emulsify your own dressing. The opportunities to prepare creative, delicious meals are endless with this handy kitchen tool.
Food processors are easy to operate and maintain. Most have several speed settings and a pulse feature. Using the pulse feature enables you to have full control over the speed of the blade. This is handy when grating cheese or bread crumbs, or mincing herbs. You decide how coarse or fine you would like your food ingredients to be, by pulsing the blade until the desired effect is reached. The removable bowl makes emptying the processor easy; simply remove the blade and scrape the bowl with a spatula. There is very little waste when using a processor.
Preparing foods for cooking can be a daunting task. It takes precious time to chop, grind and mince ingredients. Knives can be dangerous, and cutting boards can harbor harmful bacteria if not properly sanitized. Food processors are a sensible solution, with easy to clean, removable plastic bowls, pushers and stainless steel blades. All removable parts are dishwasher safe and durable enough to withstand normal usage and washing.
Cuisinart and Kitchen Aid are two kitchen equipment manufacturers offering quality mini processors on the market today. Most processors come with interchangeable blades for different jobs; read the box carefully to be sure you have chosen the processor that best suits your needs.