With so many tools in today’s kitchens, it’s hard to imagine that any single one is indispensable. But a Proctor Silex™ food processor might just be the exceptional, essential appliance. That’s because it can handle multiple tasks with ease—think of it as the Swiss Army knife of the contemporary kitchen. On any given day, a food processor can take the place of multiple tools, including the cheese grater, garlic press, whisk, blender, pastry cutter and, yes, the knife itself. With that kind of versatility, it makes sense that a food processor might be pretty close to indispensable when it comes to certain tasks.
If you’re chopping, slicing, shredding or dicing big batches of vegetables, a food processor will save time and eliminate the need to sharpen and clean multiple knives. Making hummus and other dips and spreads is another job that the food processor does exceptionally well, in part because the appliance gives you so much control over the thickness or smoothness of the final product. (For superior control over texture, try the Proctor Silex 9 cup food processor, which has an infinitely variable speed dial.)
There are also some tasks for which you might not immediately think: “food processor!” Here are three:
Not yet convinced of the food processor’s versatility? Here are some recipes that take advantage of the food processor’s many talents:
Brussels Sprouts Apple Cranberry Salad with Maple Syrup Vinaigrette
This tangy, autumnal salad uses a food processor to blend the dressing, slice the brussels sprouts, and shred the carrots and red cabbage. Great side dish for any supper, and easy to take along to gatherings.
Chorizo, Fennel and Peppers Pizza
Perhaps pizza wouldn’t be the first thing that springs to mind when it comes to recipes best made with a food processor, but think about it: a food processor can prepare the dough, mix the sauce, shred the cheese, and slice or chop the toppings—in this case the fennel and peppers.
Spinach Feta Vegetable Pizza
Who needs pepperoni? This fresh vegetarian recipe lets everyone enjoy pizza night. It also will keep your food processor busy—preparing the dough, mixing the sauce, slicing onions, peppers and mushrooms, and shredding the Asiago and mozzarella cheese.
Food Processor Pizza Dough
If kneading dough is often on your to-do list, a food processor could be your best friend in the kitchen. This light and tasty pizza dough will serve as the foundation for any of the many pizzas you can make with our recipes and your imagination.
Pizza Sauce
This simple sauce is the second component, following the dough, in making a great homemade pizza. Flavored with garlic, Italian seasoning and parmesan cheese.
What makes Proctor Silex kitchen appliances simply better? Our high-quality, easy-to-use appliances give you exactly what’s essential, every time. No frills, no fuss, no guesswork, no surprises. Just what you need, when you need it.
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