Vitamix instead of food processor

[bicb85]

Hi everyone,

I do not have a food processor and I am probably going to buy a vitamix. I was wondering if I need a food processor as well, or will the vitamix be fine?

[Eva]

Others may disagree -- but I use a blender when recipes call for a food processor. I just sometimes have to stop and start it if they don't call for items to be pureed. Should be fine. :)

[Emma-Liza]

I think with a little creativity, you could make either work as your only appliance. I have made smoothies in my fp, for example. If I had to choose, though, I'd probably choose the Vitamix.

There are inexpensive manual tools --grater, mandoline, manual nut chopper, garlic press, etc.-- that can sub for a food processor in many cases. I have gotten most of the little manual tools I have from antique malls or discount stores. 'Course, I am kitchen gadget junkie....and I prefer hand tools, not appliances.

[Eva]

Ha, Emma-Liza... Wanna know something funny? I press garlic with a big knife, but I crack almonds in a garlic press. Haha.

[carolg]

I have blender, have food processor and never owned Vitamix. So far no reason to invest in one as my blender is from my Bosch bread machine....very powerful.....

carolg

[bicb85]

Thanks everyone for your responses,

I think I will just go ahead and get the Vitamix. I wont get a food processor just yet, unless I come across a really good deal!

[Chippy]

You won't go wrong, you will absolutely love it. We have one, even before I knew or even thought about going RAW!! What a great investment.:)

[spicyfull]

Adding Water to food in a Vita-Mix makes the Food do a better job of chopping. Buy the Vita-Mix and a CHEAP Food Processor will do the trick.

[RawKnitster]

I got by okay using a $60 osterizer 12 speed blender that came with a food processor attachment. Works well, but the fp attachment leaks if I put even the tiniest amount of liquid in it. I keep a towel handy to wipe up the spatters. Now I have a vitamix which is better than I imagined. My old osterizer is still sitting on the counter, and will stay there until I shell out for a real food processor. That will be after I get a dehydrator! :)