Shalla Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Hi all - I'm planning on buying a food processor so I can more easily do things like faux potatoes, smooth soups, etc. I've done some Amazon research and still feel kind of "I don't know" about what to buy. So, what food processor or alternate device to you use and what to you like/dislike about it? I'm hoping for something not too terribly expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharynF Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I am not sure what faux potatoes are but I use my Bamix stick blender for soups and mayo. It is expensive and cheaper alternatives are available. If you ever have milk in coffee it also froths milk! My food processor is a Magimix Cuisine 4200 and the slicing and grating blades are excellent but should come with a health warning as they are so sharp and i have had some nasty cuts It has a pulse button and can be used to blend soups although I prefer to do that in the pan to save on washing up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summer Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Hi, I have this one: http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-FP-12DC-Collection-12-Cup-Processor/dp/B002I5DMTQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1380053570&sr=8-2&keywords=cuisinart+12+cup+food+processor Although fairly expensive, the darn thing is unreal. Especially if you want to make homemade mayo. It is also very heavy too, so you would need to be prepared for that. A good location is helpful if you have to lift it up and down. But wow this thing is amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shalla Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 @SharynF faux potatoes is just mashed cauliflower - probably just should have said that. I'm also interested in doing "rice" textured cauliflower. That blender sounds amazing. @Summer Wow, you weren't kidding about expensive. I may have to save up for that one but it might be worth it because I get the feeling I'll be using it a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharynF Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 I mash my cauliflower with a potato masher! But I don't like smooth and silky mashed potatoes. Texture is good for me. My processor was about £120 so not cheap either and it is also heavy. Needs a permanent home on the kitchen counter. The box of blades etc sits in the cupboard underneath. Just checked - it's £239 now so dearer than the cuisinart - rip off Britain strikes again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redjasmin Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 My processor is a small on that was on offer in Tescos for £15! Makes perfect cauliflower rice, although I have to blitz it in several batches because the bowl is quite small. I use a stick blender for soup. I used to have an enormous all-singing and dancing processor that just took up an entire cupboard and never actually got used! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizitea Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 This is VERY expensive, but it is my favorite ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summer Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 That was actually pretty funny. I bet that one works wonders with mayo too. I'd like one of those for my PC when it locks up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 You can't go wrong with Cuisinart. I love my Cuisinart food processor. Have had it for 18 years: still going strong! I also have a Cuisinart Smart Stick which is a hand/immersion blender. Paid ~$35 for it this summer. Use it every morning to blend coconut oil and clarified butter in my coffee, at other times to make paleo mayo, and have used it to mash cooked cauliflower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsmphoto Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 This is the one that I have http://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KFP1333CU-13-Cup-Food-Processor/dp/B005MMNBO8/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1380202093&sr=8-7&keywords=kitchenaid+food+processor I use it all the time!!! It's wonderful!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizitea Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 No actually it's too strong for mayo -- it gets warm before it is done. I use my roommates wimpy blender when I make mayo. If anyone knows how to make mayo in my Blentec, let me know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shalla Posted September 26, 2013 Author Share Posted September 26, 2013 Thanks for everyone's advise. I'm kind of leaning towards an immersion blender for now and then saving up for an awesome food processor for later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfleming Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 I was very inspired by all this and just ordered a : Miallegro 9090 Mitutto 550-Watt Immersion Hand Blender, Professional-style Kitchen Sold by Amazon.com I hope I like it. I thought I was going to blow up my blender doing mayo, and it's so hard to clean! I can't wait for this to come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xandra Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 This is my food processor and I love it. The vertical food processors don't fit under my cabinets, but this one does and I can keep it on the counter. http://www.amazon.com/Braun-Multiquick-K650-Kitchen-Machine/dp/B000NO12QE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1381764073&sr=8-1&keywords=braun+combi+max Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsStick Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 I'm specifically looking for one that can, say, shred raw veggies for me for stir fries, mandoline slice things, etc. Recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amberino21 Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I'm specifically looking for one that can, say, shred raw veggies for me for stir fries, mandoline slice things, etc. Recommendations? Do you have Breville or Kenwood? They both make processors with grating and slicing inserts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyolya Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 I have a Braun stick blender and a Thermomix 31. Very happy with both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toeinthetide Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 I would recommend starting with an immersion/stick blender. I have one from Cuisinart that cost me abour $30? It makes the most perfect instant mayo. No soaking the yolk, no drizzing the oil. Just dump everything into the jar and go (I use Nom Nom Paleo's Recipe). It makes perfect creamy soups, right in the pot. Maybe Cuisinart will hire me to promote their product? I love it. My standard food processer is the "economy model" from Black and Decker. It is rock solid but has no frills. It is also VERY LOUD. But it only cost about $35 and it has a decent capacity, 4 cups I think? Works like a charm. I haven't tried something like coconut butter yet. I think that might be something that would give it a hard time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyJo Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 I recently bought a Ninja paid about 160$ for it but it is a regular size blender with two single serve cups with blade attachment for them as well as a food processor bowl that can be attached. I love it. Got it at Walmart. I too am looking for an inexpensive immersion blender for mayo and quick thinks that I don't want to break out my big blender for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelle Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 I have the 9 cup Cuisinart. More than big enough for us. http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-DLC-2009CHB-Processor-Brushed-Stainless/dp/B001413A0Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1423934497&sr=8-1&keywords=cuisinart+9-Cup+Food+Processor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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