Food Processor Advice

[ReneL]

Our food processor has renetly died, and we are going to buy a new one this weekend. We would like to be able to get something quality, since we have used it at least once a day since going raw. Obviously, that increases the price, and I think that we will probably go with a 7 cup one. Is this sufficient? Our fears are that it will not be big enough, and we may have to go with a less quality brand name and 10 cup processor. Any thoughts or advice on this?

[Rawkinlocs]

I own a Black and Decker 10-cup model (paid around $30-35 for it) and I've had it for almost 3 years now. I use it almost daily and it's still going strong!

With the least expensive models, I think sometimes it's just a matter of knowing when to stop it and let it rest and this can be something as simple as stopping on occasion to scrape the sides down.

[Sharon in Colorado]

I have an 11 cup Kitchenaid, and sometimes I wish I had a 14 cup.

I would buy at least an 11 cup. The Kitchenaid is great as well, high quality, great blades, etc.

I got a great deal on Amazon.com, with a rebate and a couple of free paring knives, plus free shipping.

I decided on the Kitchenaid as it was rated #1 at the time, with Consumer Reports. this was a few years ago.

[levamssg]

I have gone through a few processors -- my GE spindle cracked & the cuisinart plastic locking pieces gave way. I now have a 10 cup black & decker - it works just fine. I like the shape of the bowl, the tall spindle of the s-blade so it is easy to grip to remove, and the simple locking mechanism. I'm hoping mine lasts as yours, Rawkinlocs!!! oh, I bought it at Target for $39.00 -- it was on sale. I think the regular price was $45 or 49.

[rockinrobin]

I am going to invest in the 12 cup Kitchenaid model. It's going to be my Christmas present this year! I got to test one out when I went to a local Level 1 Class (my teacher was certified by Alissa), and I really liked it a lot. It had a nice solid base that didn't move around and it seemed very powerful. My teacher thought the 12 cup size was ideal for a lot of recipes. The Kitchenaids continue to be rated the best on Consumer Reports, too. I've been living on green smoothies and salads, so I can't wait to get my food processor and try out some more recipes. :)

[carolg]

I have an 11 cup Cuisinart from Costco and love it. With a receipt I have never had an problems getting a new one too. Once it the top would not click in, so it was a return, but glad with the return process. About $155 later I am still very happy and still would go this way for me.
carolg