potato veggie slicer: Is this dlc-10s 7-cup processor good for slicing?
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The cuisinart does not come with the 1 or 2 mm slicing disc they have to be purchased separately. The 1 mm slicing disc only fits the cuisinart DLC-XP which is the 20 cup model. The 2 mm is pretty thin like 1/16" which is really thin but not Lay's Potato chips thin. I think it would be okay for potato chips. I bought my 2mm from thegourmetdepotco.com. As for the potato, you can drop in a whole potato but the size is limited by the size of the feed tube. If it's wider than the feed tube it has to be cut to fit. Also, since potatoes are never uniform in size, if you plan to process more than one at a time, you may or may not be able to get more than one in the feed tube without having to cut at least one of them. That has been my experience. Update: I sliced a potato using the 2mm disc and baked the chips in the oven. Once the potatoes lose their moisture in the oven, they are thin. They baked up nice, crispy, and thin. After this experiment, I think the 2mm is perfect for potato chips. They baked up nice and crispy. I will have to do this more often!
1236526
Absolutely. And taste better. I have used my baby Q to do slices as well as a knife. Run potatoes through the slicer. Lightly blot. Spray a dinner plate ligthlywith Pam. Lightly spray slices with Pam...both sides. Place slices on plate and microwave. Not on the high setting however. Microwaves vary and you will need to experiment on length of temps and cooking time for your appliance. Add seasonings and enjoy. Ive been doing this for years when I have a craving for potato chips.
2222702
If you use a potato the exact size of the space inside of the cutter as you push down on the handle the slices are propelled from the other end. Plus you'll want the fries as long as you can possibly get them anyways. I think that photo was staged so people could see what happens in slow motion. Those pieces somewhat eject from the other end and will separate. That's what makes this cutter is a very fast an efficient unit.
1458548
If you wanted to make chips this will do a great job. As for fries, these slicers do not have the blades as I have seen on other slicers to cut them into strips. I guess you could cut them into big chips and then cut them again into strips.
649355
Get a v-slicer (mandoline). I read all the amazon reviews and got one. I love it. It does many of the same jobs as a food processor for less money and mess. It will take care of your veggies.
679984
No it has worked fine for slicing about a pound or two of meat at a time. That's all I need it for. I love mine!
1325189
hello, i haven't tried making thin and crisp potato slices. in fact the slicer is in the cabinet w/other things I don't use anymore....I don't fry any foods so I wouldn't even do that but I have tried slicing potato's for baked fries and it dosent work that great. You have to take the skin off then slice. Slicer won't work well w/skins on. good luck
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it's really meant to be a basic slicer. I guess you could lay a carrot or small potato "sideways" and make slices and then cut them into julienne pieces, but that may be a more advanced cut. However, if you only want thin 'shreds' and the shape isn't important, it could certainly do that on the thinnest setting.
1744080
Yes. Progressive makes a chopper that sells for about $15. This one has all three. I rarely use the slicing blade, bit do use both of the others. One diced and one chops a bit little larger pieces.
868325
I would like to know how well the slicer works on potatoes. Also, does the shredder work on chopping nuts? Thanks!
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Oh yes. It is great for soup vegetables. Just a pulse or two. I chop dates with nuts and make a great crust for fruit pies etc. There are several blades for slices that I haven't used yet. This is not your mother's food processor!!! Much better.
1325188
It makes very thin potato slices. This was a gift for my daughter in law and she said it saves her so much time as she cooks for six. Potato chips are the main thing she uses it for.
205419
I have the 11 cup version. You need to check the accessory list for your processor model on Cuisinart's website to determine whether the DLC-842TX 2 mm Thin Slicing Disc is on the list.
628156
If you watch the youtube demos it helps. They add already sliced items to the bowl and then use this tool to chop into smaller bits. Main reason to use this is to get a finer sized veggie. The blades are not sharp like a Ulu blade or mezzaluna but works great for greens, herbs, fruit, ect. Food that is already cut up. Worked great for cucumber pieces and sliced almonds.
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The processor comes with a slicing blade and a shredding blade. It also has a plastic mixing blade along with the regular metal one. Even though I own a lot of extra blades (thick through thin slicers and shredders), I find the 2 that came with the processor will handle most jobs nicely.
374752
I have not used mine for slicing yet. The only thing I used mine for is shredding carrots, and it worked beautifully. Sorry I can not help you with your question.
803996
That's what I thought too, but I was wrong. The 12 cup is ONLY a slicer/shredder, there are no knife blades in the kit or available. If you really want a "food processor" and a smaller quantity slicer/shredder, get the smaller food processor.