Cuisinart CH-4DC Elite Collection 4-Cup Chopper/Grinder, Die Cast

Cuisinart CH-4DC Elite Collection 4-Cup Chopper/Grinder, Die Cast

Product By Cuisinart

Lowest Price : $42.45 

Technical Details

• 4-cup chopper/grinder with simple touchpad control panel
• Auto-reversing SmartPower blade provides sharp edge and blunt edge
• BladeLock system keeps blade securely in place for safety
• Spatula and recipe/instruction book included; dishwasher-safe parts
• Measures 5-4/5 by 6-1/2 by 9-1/5 inches; limited 18-month warranty

Product Description

More convenient than ever, the Cuisinart Elite collection 4-cup chopper/grinder effortlessly handles a variety of food preparation tasks such as chopping, grinding and pureeing. The smartpower blade has a patented auto-reversing ability with a sharp edge for delicate chopping and pureeing soft foods, while the blunt edge grinds through spices and harder foods. Additionally, the revolutionary bladelock system feature keeps the blade secure during processing and pouring. Small enough to keep on the counter, the 4-cup work bowl is the ideal size for many food prep tasks. The handle, touchpad controls, and dishwasher safe parts make it even more convenient to operate and clean. It's cutting-edge food prep from Cuisinart.

From the Manufacturer

In 1973, Cuisinart expanded the potential of every American kitchen with the introduction of the food processor. Now, the folks who revolutionized the way you cook are back with a collection that takes power and innovation to the next level.

	The Cuisinart Elite Chopper/Grinder handles a variety of food preparation tasks, such as chopping, grinding, pureeing, emulsifying, and blending. The 4 cup capacity holds enough ingredients to perform all your basic food prep tasks. The patented SmartPower auto-reversing blade features an incredibly sharp edge for delicate chopping and pureeing soft foods. The reverse edge is blunt, to grind through spices and harder foods. And the exclusive BladeLock System enables the blade to lock into the bowl, so you can now pour ingredients out of the bowl without first having to remove the blade. The powerful high-speed motor works hard and fast to accomplish small jobs with ease. Chop herbs, onions or garlic; grind spices or hard cheese; puree baby foods; blend homemade mayo and flavored butter -- all in one compact machine that is small enough to keep on the counter. You have virtually unlimited options with the Cuisinart Elite Collection Chopper/Grinder.
	Features
	Convenient Size, Compact Design: Small enough to keep on the counter, the 4-cup work bowl is the ideal size for many food prep tasks. The handle, touchpad controls, and the dishwasher safe parts make it even more convenient to operate and clean. Optimum Safety: No need to remove the blade after processing! The exclusive BladeLock System secures the blade in place for easy user-friendly pouring. Pour all you like -- these blades aren’t going anywhere. The patented blade system saves you the time and hassle of removing them before pouring out those potentially messy soups and sauces. Simplicity: The Chop/Grind touchpad controls and patented auto-reversing SmartPower blade offer powerful processing options at the touch of a button.

Tips for Better Food Processing
	Food size: Always cut large pieces of food into smaller pieces of even size -- about 1/2 an inch -- to produce a uniform chop.	Chop and Grind Function
	Bowl fill: Do not overload the work bowl; processed food should not reach more than two-thirds of the way up the work bowl. Please note: because of the powerful motor, it is recommended to use one hand to support the chopper/grinder during operation.
	Chop vs. Grind: Use the Chop function for chopping, pureeing and mixing. It is the right choice, for example, for chopping soft, fragile food such as herbs, celery, onions, garlic and most cheeses. It is also the right choice for pureeing cooked vegetables, making mayonnaise, and mixing salad dressing. Use the Grind function for grinding spices, and for chopping hard foods such as peppercorns, seeds, chocolate and nuts.
	Pulse vs. Continuous-hold: Pulsing is best when you are using the chop function. Two or three pulses are often enough. Be sure to check the food frequently to prevent over processing. If you over-process, you are likely to get a watery paste instead of a fine chop. A continuous-hold is best when you are using the grind function. Depending on the food, you may have to operate the unit for several seconds to achieve the desired results -- or as long as 20 seconds for some seeds. When operating in continuous-hold, use a pulse action every 10 seconds to allow food to drop to the bottom of the work bowl. This provides more consistent results. Never operate the unit continuously for longer than one minute at a time.
	Adding liquid: You can add liquids such as water, oil or flavoring while the machine is running. For example, you might want to add oil when making mayonnaise or salad dressing, or you could add vanilla or alcohol when making frozen yogurt. Pour the liquid through one of the two openings in the cover. Please note: only add liquid through one opening at a time. The other opening must be left unobstructed to allow air to escape. If both opening are blocked, liquid cannot flow smoothly into the bowl.
	Removing food from the sides of the bowl: Occasionally food will stick to the sides of the bowl as you process. Stop the machine to clear the food away. Once the blade has stopped, remove the cover and use the included spatula to scrape the food from the sides of the bowl back into the center. Do not put hands into bowl unless unit is unplugged.

Quick Start Guide

Place the work bowl firmly on the motor base. Opening the at the back of the bowl must face column at the back of the Chopper/Grinder. Turn bowl counterclockwise to lock in place. Insert the blade assembly. Carefully pick up the blade by its hub and place on the center stem until it drops to the bottom of the stem. Firmly push to lock the blade into position. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF AND NOTE THE BLADE IS NOT PERMANENTLY LOCKED. Place food in the work bowl. Be sure the food is cut into small pieces, and the bowl is not overloaded. Lock the cover into position. Press the appropriate Chop or Grind control, depending on the food you are processing. When you have finished processing the food, stop the machine by releasing the control button. ONCE THE BLADE STOPS MOVING, unplug the unit. Remove cover and work bowl Turn work bowl cover clockwise to remove. Turn work bowl clockwise to unlock and lift lid off base. Note: thicker ingredients can be removed while work bowl is still on base. To remove liquids and sauces from bowl: simply pour ingredients out of work bowl. The convenient BladeLock System keeps the blade safely in place. To remove thicker ingredients from bowl: Carefully remove the blade assembly by holding the handle on the top of the sheath and gently pulling up to disengage blade lock. Remove food with spatula. Tips: Always process foods in order, from dry to wet, to avoid having to clean bowl and blade between each task. Never operate the Cuisinart Elite Collection Chopper/Grinder without ingredients in the work bowl.

The BladeLock System

Cleaning and Storage
	To simplify cleaning, rinse the work bowl, cover, and blade immediately after each use. Wash blade assembly, work bowl, cover, and spatula in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry. Use caution when washing the blade.	Make Hummus in Minutes
	Avoid leaving the blade in soapy water where it may disappear from sight. The work bowl, cover, blade assembly, and spatula can be washed on the top rack of a dishwasher. Wipe the motor base clean with a damp sponge or cloth. Dry it immediately. Never submerge the motor base or plug in water or other liquid.
	The Cuisinart Elite Collection Chopper/Grinder stores neatly on the countertop in a minimum of space. When it is not in use, be sure to leave it unplugged. The hidden cord storage underneath the motor base will help to keep excess cord off the countertop. Store the unit assembled to prevent loss of parts. Store the blades out of reach of children.

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• Stainless Steel S- blade
• 2 Speeds - Hi and Low
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• 135-watt compact food chopper chops or minces vegetables, fruits, nuts, and more
• 2 pulse speeds provide precise control; powerful stainless-steel blades
• 3-cup transparent plastic bowl calibrated in cups, ounces, liters, and milliliters
• Dishwasher-safe bowl, lid, and blades; safety lock; skid-resistant feet; cord storage
• Measures 6-3/4 by 5 by 7 inches

Product Description

Whether you're making cakes, pies, salads, or sides, this Hamilton Beach food chopper makes it easy to chop up to 3 cups of onions, garlic, carrots, celery, nuts and much more. It's even perfect for smoothies just whirl frozen fruit and yogurt together and, in a few seconds, it's done. Use high speed for fine chopping and low speed for coarse chopping. Why bother with a food processor? The 72600 FreshChop is compact, simple to use, and does the job with no fuss. It puts the pleasure back into food preparation.

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Technical Details

• 3-cup work bowl ideal for small jobs and making sauces, dips, frostings
• Reverse-spiral-action blade pulls food down for uniform chopping
• Electronic pulse pad provides precise control; 240 watts
• Wet and dry compartments on domed lid for adding flavorings
• One-year "total replacement" warranty

Product Description

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Amazon.com Review

With a 3-cup work bowl and 240 watts of power, this chopper is ideal for small jobs and for making sauces, frostings, and dressings. The stainless-steel blade's reverse spiral action pulls food down, minimizing scraping and producing uniform chopped meat, nuts, cheese, vegetables, herbs--all the many foods for which the chopper is intended. For adding ingredients while the chopper is running, the lid has two compartments, one for dry items and the other for wet. For precise control, the chopper's electronic pulse pad responds instantaneously. The heavy power base provides stability and is seamless, making cleanup a simple matter of wiping the base and placing all the parts in the dishwasher. The chopper stands just 9-1/2 inches high and has cord storage inside the base. A stiff spatula is included. Should the chopper fail during its first year, KitchenAid's total replacement warranty guarantees delivery of another machine. --Fred Brack

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Customer Reviews

  
"Great Food Chopper" 2010-10-22
By DC
I have really enjoyed this little food chopper, I had a Hamilton Beach one, but found it just did not work properly, it would turn chopped onions into mush. This actually chops onions perfectly.........as a matter of fact I used this to make salsa and never even broke out my cutting board, did it all in the food chopper. It looks great out on my counter and I get allot of comments on it, it is cute, it matches my big food processor !

  
"KitchenAid Mini Chooper by Auralee & Company" 2010-10-18
By Auralee & Company (Moscow, PA)
This is a great Little Chopper!


I was sick of buying onions and peppers already chopped in The freezer section, so decided to pick up this Chopper!

It works like a charm!

Now i buy peppers and Onions in bulk( saving alot of money) and I quickly chop them and freeze them myself with the help of this great little machine!


I also started making Christmas Cookies for the Holidays and its perfect for chopping the nuts i use!
And I think it makes a great Holiday Gift Idea!
Definetely recommend this item!

Auralee & Company

  
"a moody machine, sometimes doesn't want to work" 2010-10-13
By S. ALLING
What a disappointment. I really wanted to like this machine for baby food making, however sometimes it just doesn't work. I mean it, sometimes it does not turn on, so my cooked baby food ends up in trash. I guess you cannot trust a machine for the brand all the time.

  
"Serves a purpose, but quality is lacking" 2010-10-12
By S. Bliss (Naperville, IL)
Personally, I don't think this is a great product. It does serve it's purpose as a small appliance to quickly chop an onion, but the plastic container is cheap and flimsy. I question how long it will last. I do have a 12C wide mouth processor from Kitchen Aid. The plastic on that container was thicker and within 4 months, it had severely cracked and I had to order a replacement.


If you're looking for something that will quickly chop some things up (not uniformly), then this works and it doesn't take up much space. Just plan on replacing it relatively soon. And DON'T put the container or the lid in the dishwasher!

"Good gift" 2010-10-11
By TJK
I bought this food chopper for my mom as a gift and she loves it. Very easy to use and clean.

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• Slip-resistant base doubles as bowl's lid for storing food
• Stainless-steel blade; dishwasher-safe parts
• Measures 4-3/4 by 4-3/4 by 8 inches

Product Description

This powerful unit gives you 2 speeds to chop or mince onions in seconds. Ergonomically designed, it's comfortable and easy to blast through everyday chopping tasks. Perfect when you only need a small amounts for favorite soups, sauces, or desserts. Superior chopping performance in a powerful, compact unit for fine chopping results in seconds; Hi/Low Pulse controls for coarse chopping or fine mincing; 3-Cup bowl for onions, herbs, nuts, cheese, eggs, and more.

Amazon.com Review

This electric food chopper accomplishes a food processor's principal function of chopping and mincing without having to haul out the big machine. It's just 8 inches high and 4-3/4 inches in diameter, and its 3-cup bowl is ample for many chores in a family household and most chores in a one or two-person household. At 150 watts, the motor is powerful enough to chop or mince vegetables, fruits, herbs, cheese, nuts, chocolate, cooked meats, and bread. The power head has a soft grip for easy one-handed use. The rugged, plastic bowl; its slip-resistant base, which doubles as the bowl's lid for storing food; and the stainless-steel blade are all dishwasher-safe. --Fred Brack

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Customer Reviews

  
"Great little personal chopper" 2010-10-15
By Megan (Michigan, USA)
My tomato plant was overproducing so I bought this mini-processor to make homemade salsa. I haven't found a negative yet but have learned to chop less and put tomatoes in last! Wonderful salsa and no added salt or chemicals.

  
"Okay chopper" 2010-10-11
By TJK
This chopper works okay. There is no way to secure the top so be careful not to knock it over. I'm not sure if I were to buy it again but it is serving its purpose.

  
"Great little chopper" 2010-10-11
By Curious 732
I bought this product for my Daughter for her birthday. I have had one for 7yrs and I use it often. My daughter loved it also and was begging me to give her mine. We ll that was not going to happen. So I searched the net seeing as I couldn't find one in the stores I went to. And there it was on amason and in 2 days it was @ my door

  
"Capable Food Chopper" 2010-10-05
By Richard M. Decicco (Fairhaven, MA)
I've only used this once to date and so far so good. The only thing I do NOT like is that the top part does not click on securely you need to hold it down. I expected it to click/lock onto the container but it doesn't. It would also have been nice if it came with another 3 cup coverd bowl to chop in.

  
"best chopper I have tried" 2010-09-29
By M. Kondracki (NYC)
I needed to chop walnuts..because they are not tiny (we already knew that)

This little appliance brought them down to size: for salads, oatmeal, and others. It's super fast, and easy to clean. What else can you ask for? Extremely please. Don't buy coffee grinders to chop nuts (useless, blades too flimsy). The little appliance looks fine in my kitchen. It's not high tech looking (who cares), but works like a champ. Two thumbs up!!