I looked up the "Cuisinart FP-12DC Elite Collection 12-Cup Food Processor". Some reviews talk about 14 cups, some 2 or 3 bowls, etc. Why is this?
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I guess the other three pretty much answered the question. It's a great machine.
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different cup models have MULTIPLE bowls that you use, when you get the 14 Cup Model, there are two smaller cups that fit directly in the larger 14 cup bowl for storage, this gives you the option of which size bowl you want to use to do your kitchen work. Gives you a great deal of flexibility that other models do not give you, we use the larger bowl a majority of the time, however for smaller operations we have used the smaller bowls. Hope this helps, we love the different size bowls and the options is provides you.
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Your question is about the 12-cup version but you posted it under the listing for the 14-cup model. The 12-cup and 14-cup, models differ not only in capacity but also in important features. The previous answers to your question apply to the 14-cup model, which does have three bowls. However, the 12-cup model has only two bowls. Other differences are that the 12-cup model lacks a dough setting (essentially a slower speed) and a retractable cord, although it does have space to manually wrap the cord around the bottom.P.S. Monique, I know this is too late to help you, but I'm hoping some of the other confused shoppers will find it helpful. Your question is about the 12-cup version but you posted it under the listing for the 14-cup model. The 12-cup and 14-cup, models differ not only in capacity but also in important features. The previous answers to your question apply to the 14-cup model, which does have three bowls. However, the 12-cup model has only two bowls. Other differences are that the 12-cup model lacks a dough setting (essentially a slower speed) and a retractable cord, although it does have space to manually wrap the cord around the bottom.P.S. Monique, I know this is too late to help you, but I'm... » Read More Your question is about the 12-cup version but you posted it under the listing for the 14-cup model. The 12-cup and 14-cup, models differ not only in capacity but also in important features. The previous answers to your question apply to the 14-cup model, which does have three bowls. However, the 12-cup model has only two bowls. Other differences are that the 12-cup model lacks a dough setting (essentially a slower speed) and a retractable cord, although it does have space to manually wrap the cord around the bottom.P.S. Monique, I know this is too late to help you, but I'm hoping some of the other confused shoppers will find it helpful. « Show Less
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I have the 14 cup which really has a little smaller capacity than 14 cups and love it. The 2 smaller bowls nest inside the larger one depending on which bowl you want to use. It sounds funky but it works good and isn't a messy cleanup problem.
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Your question is about the 12-cup version but you posted it under the listing for the 14-cup model. The 12-cup and 14-cup, models differ not only in capacity but also in important features. The previous answers to your question apply to the 14-cup model, which does have three bowls. However, the 12-cup model has only two bowls. Other differences are that the 12-cup model lacks a dough setting (essentially a slower speed) and a retractable cord, although it does have space to manually wrap the cord around the bottom. P.S. Monique, I know this is too late to help you, but I'm hoping some of the other confused shoppers will find it helpful.
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This item has three bowls (one inside another inside another) It is a great unit and easy to use.
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Hi Taylor, off the bat, I say to figure what you'll need your machine for, and check the features of each to see which meets your need. I found the following article The Sweet Home website that helped me decide the best model for me: http://thesweethome.com/reviews/the-best-food-processor/ . Also, check out the food processor reviews at Cooks Illustrated website (the site's subscription based, so you may need to find someone with a subscription or hard copy if you don't have one already) I settled on the Custom, because considering what I'll use it for and how often I might use it, the basic, no-frills model is best for me; also, I'm not spending extra for bells and whistles. Hope this helps! Hi Taylor, off the bat, I say to figure what you'll need your machine for, and check the features of each to see which meets your need. I found the following article The Sweet Home website that helped me decide the best model for me: http://thesweethome.com/reviews/the-best-food-processor/ . Also, check out the food processor reviews at Cooks Illustrated website (the site's subscription based, so you may need to find someone with a subscription or hard copy if you don't have one already) I settled on the Custom, because considering what I'll use it for and how often I might use it, the... » Read More Hi Taylor, off the bat, I say to figure what you'll need your machine for, and check the features of each to see which meets your need. I found the following article The Sweet Home website that helped me decide the best model for me: http://thesweethome.com/reviews/the-best-food-processor/ . Also, check out the food processor reviews at Cooks Illustrated website (the site's subscription based, so you may need to find someone with a subscription or hard copy if you don't have one already) I settled on the Custom, because considering what I'll use it for and how often I might use it, the basic, no-frills model is best for me; also, I'm not spending extra for bells and whistles. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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I have a 9 cup brought in 2010 and it work perfectly even though the label said 7 and 11cups they should change the description to read 7 through 11 cups but what do you expect from educated morons and idiots without street smarts.You are the second or third person inquiring about this item.If you buy it I hope you use the heck out of it and I used my blade so often that amazon gave me a replacement blade with-in a years time. So use it well and often.
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This is a great processor. It's used in our restaurant and is used multiple times daily. If you are looking for a processor with power and capacity, this is it. Typically, it retails for 799.00 at most supply places. That I got it here for a lot less was a nice surprise.
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If you want large capacity, take a look at the Cuisinart DLC-2014N PowerPrep Plus 14-Cup Capacity Food Processor, White.
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The blender has a 5 cup capacity (holds 7 cups) and the food processor has a 4 cup capacity (holds less than 6 cups). So that is why you have to make smaller bread recipes. I had never looked at the cup marks before. It is fine for preparing food for freezer and canning during gardening season. I am well pleased at 6 months ownership.
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I have the 4 cup and the 12 cup---the 12 cup will not perk unless it is a full pot--hence why I bought the 4 cup--which is really only two reg size cups when full.
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Not sure where some of these answers come from. According to my user manual, the max capacity is 26 oz, which is just over 3 cups. The effective capacity, however, will be about 1 to 2 cups, depending on what you're trying to do. For sauces or other liquids, the 2 cup beaker which with the 9090 is probably the better bet, even if you have to make several batches. The chopper bowl is not really going to replace a full size food processor or blender but could do most jobs adequately if done in several batches. Great for small jobs such as chopping nuts or olives, making small batches such as pesto or tapenades. For a small kitchen with limited storage and counter space, this could be ideal. Not sure where some of these answers come from. According to my user manual, the max capacity is 26 oz, which is just over 3 cups. The effective capacity, however, will be about 1 to 2 cups, depending on what you're trying to do. For sauces or other liquids, the 2 cup beaker which with the 9090 is probably the better bet, even if you have to make several batches. The chopper bowl is not really going to replace a full size food processor or blender but could do most jobs adequately if done in several batches. Great for small jobs such as chopping nuts or olives, making small batches such as... » Read More Not sure where some of these answers come from. According to my user manual, the max capacity is 26 oz, which is just over 3 cups. The effective capacity, however, will be about 1 to 2 cups, depending on what you're trying to do. For sauces or other liquids, the 2 cup beaker which with the 9090 is probably the better bet, even if you have to make several batches. The chopper bowl is not really going to replace a full size food processor or blender but could do most jobs adequately if done in several batches. Great for small jobs such as chopping nuts or olives, making small batches such as pesto or tapenades. For a small kitchen with limited storage and counter space, this could be ideal. « Show Less
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Not here! the Kitchen Aid is not a 9-cup processor. It (read the fine print) is a 3 CUP PROCESSOR if you are including liquids, which pour out through the center tube if you put in over 3 cups. It is a design flaw and they refuse to make a work bowl with a high tube which would solve the problem.
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2600 definitely has a 14 cups vs 12 for the 260 and has the Extreme brew which does brew the coffee faster than my old Mr. Coffee did. Would have bought the 2600 myself but it was not stocked where i bought it (plus i had a $50 gift card to boot so i put it to good use). Don't think you can go wrong with either one.
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I honestly can't tell you on a food processor, but if those appliances are made like the Cuisinart Coffee Makers. Steer clear. My coffee maker started leaking after one year from the bottom of the appliance. I opened it up and what do I find? Cheap plastic lines connected directly to the heating element, one of which had melted. the Coffee maker is roughly 3 times as expensive as a comparable Mr. Coffee, even on sale, you would think they could put in good copper or stainless lines for that premium price. I will never purchase another Cuisinart anything!
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I went on line and got a recipe from a competitor for a 9 or 11 cup food processor. I tried the recipe that called for 4 cups of flour (2 loaves of bread). I may not have followed the recipe steps of adding what when??? It was too much and the processor just couldn't get the dough around the bowl. I put the dough into the bread machine and worked it there and it eventually was worked enough. I tried a 2 cup recipe twice and it made excellent dough both times with about a minutes worth of processing. I have the dough raising for the oven now and it is as nice or nicer than the Kitchen Aide mixer,or the bread machine makes. So yes, for my pizza dough recipe (-2 cups flour) and roll or small bread recipes it will be a snap. I may make up some pre-packaged bags for the freezer to take out and fix in a hurry. I was nervous and kept feeling for any heat from the motor, but nothing.
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I'd be willing to say about 10-12 cups we do an 8 cup recipe and it has plenary more power and room for a good 2- 4 cups maybe even more! Hope this helps.
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I just bought mine a couple months ago, and, as it sounds, you are a kitchen gadget lover, too. I had a Cuisinart that I used it to death in less than 2 years. I hoped by the Kitchen-Aid reputation (and you can't beat nearly half price) that it will take the use at least as well if not better. There's a bit more to this set, too. I'm thrilled with it so far, and I'll bet you would be, too! Happy Holidays!
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hmmm. this is 2009 so not sure: but I am confused because I was looking at a 7cup Kitchenaid and now the reviews are mentioning 12 cups
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I suspect not; the description specifically states for 12-cup processors. I don't have a 14-cup processor, but I think the blades are not interchangeable.
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I had a Black & Decker 7-cup food processor before, so I really can't comment on the 13 cup Kitchen Aid one. I really like the Cuisinart 14-cup. I haven't tried dough yet, but I've made chicken salad, sorbet, and hamburger (from very lean tenderloin beef), and it was very good for that. Unfortunately, for slicing vegetables, it's no better than my old Black and Decker: stuff tends to slide sideways and get caught between the metal plate and the lid. You really have to have the feeder tube stuffed tightly, and large, harder things like potatoes and big carrots work better than cucumbers or softer things. I had a Black & Decker 7-cup food processor before, so I really can't comment on the 13 cup Kitchen Aid one. I really like the Cuisinart 14-cup. I haven't tried dough yet, but I've made chicken salad, sorbet, and hamburger (from very lean tenderloin beef), and it was very good for that. Unfortunately, for slicing vegetables, it's no better than my old Black and Decker: stuff tends to slide sideways and get caught between the metal plate and the lid. You really have to have the feeder tube stuffed tightly, and large, harder things like potatoes and big carrots work better than cucumbers or... » Read More I had a Black & Decker 7-cup food processor before, so I really can't comment on the 13 cup Kitchen Aid one. I really like the Cuisinart 14-cup. I haven't tried dough yet, but I've made chicken salad, sorbet, and hamburger (from very lean tenderloin beef), and it was very good for that. Unfortunately, for slicing vegetables, it's no better than my old Black and Decker: stuff tends to slide sideways and get caught between the metal plate and the lid. You really have to have the feeder tube stuffed tightly, and large, harder things like potatoes and big carrots work better than cucumbers or softer things. « Show Less