Is the Manual Food Processor by Pampered Chef worth the hype?

[wadesgirl]

Made Pineapple Salsa in mine last night - so quick and easy! I made it in two batches which fit perfectly in the MFP.

 

[yankfan24]

I'm not sure if mine "works" like it should. It makes a sound something like the salad spinner, so I think that's ok. I definitely think that the recipes have us put WAY too much in the cup to actually be able to have it process. I made the artichoke tapenade for our cluster meeting and there was NO WAY it would work with how much was in there. I had to dump half and do it in 2 batches. It also takes a lot longer to chop then I thought it would. If you don't take the parsley/cilantro off the stems, they just never chop and the stems wind around the center. Do I need another one or is this all normal? I'm not sold on it yet, so it's hard to "sell" it to others!!

 

[raebates]

As for the issue of too much in the bowl, I've found that chopping part of it before adding more ingredients works well. I haven't tried anything with parsley or cilantro, so I can't address that.

 

[gailz2]

I'm loving the MFP to make all inclusive sandwiches--tuna with onion and pickles, then add mayo and mix with the mini scraper, or today I even used some of that imitation crab chunks with onions, then added mayo--all in one bowl. Very nice and easy cleanup. However, I sure wish the lid were submersible. I can hear some guests asks if water can get into the top, can't bacteria, which we then cannot clean out??

 

[chefhutch04]

I think I am definately in love with the MFP and so is my 2 yr old son. I get it out an he comes running. I started using the saying so easy and durable a toddler can use it!

 

[rumgirl]

LOVE MY MFP!!! I recently had a Sunday brunch show and we used it to make Savory Veggie Mini Quiches. We threw in the bacon, mushrooms and a few 3 inch chunks of zucchini. After we processed it we threw it in the batter bowl with the egg and cheese mixture and then filled them in the mini muffin pan lined with the pastry dough. Everyone went nuts! I sold 6 of them!!! Still looking for more recipes other than the salsa. I have gotten several emails asking for the quiche recipe from people who didn't even go to the show! I am not a fan of the chopper. MFP is my new love...but I need to do MORE with it!!! I have not had any problems with it! I had everyone chanting "Everyone needs a little MFP!!!"

 

[lt1jane]

I was NOT excited about this product at Spring Launch. Now that I have it in my hands, I like it a lot. I have never been a big fan of the Food Chopper. Too hard to clean and too loud with all the banging. I find myself actually wanting to use this product at home! That's a good thing.

 

[esavvymom]

I'm loving the MFP to make all inclusive sandwiches--tuna with onion and pickles, then add mayo and mix with the mini scraper, or today I even used some of that imitation crab chunks with onions, then added mayo--all in one bowl. Very nice and easy cleanup.

However, I sure wish the lid were submersible. I can hear some guests asks if water can get into the top, can't bacteria, which we then cannot clean out??

As long as they aren't putting it under water, or getting food ALL OVER it, there wouldn't be much "food" for the bacteria in there to feed on. You pull it off and wipe.

I do wish it was a little more sealed, but I think it would be fine. Might be a good question for the Test kitchen though.

 

[esavvymom]

I actually have two now. I got my first one free in December's promo....and bought the 2nd one from the Samples. That way I can keep mine in the kitchen AND my kit.

 

[raebates]

I did the same thing, Bobbi.

 

[LeslieSGI]

As if we need any more ideas BUT, I grilled chicken tenderloins with the Greek Rub using the Grill pan and press. Served them with Tsatziki sauce made in the MFP.

Chop in the MFP: 1 medium cucumber, peeled and seeded; 1/2 medium sweet onion. Mix with 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice; 16 oz. plain, non-fat Greek yogurt; salt and pepper to taste. Serve with grilled chicken (and warm pita bread, if desired).

I did chop the cuke and onion separately. I love the MFP more than the chopper and mandoline combined!

And while I am "loving" -- the new microplane adjustable coarse grater will finally free me from pre-shredded cheeses. Hooray!​

 

[lt1jane]

I agree, I like my MPF waaaaaayyyyyy better than the UM and FC combined. The only reason I will still buy shredded cheese is that the 5-10# bags of preshredded are often cheaper per pound than bulk. I buy my shredded 5-10# at a time.

 

[magentablue]

I used frozen mango and a little coconut milk in my mfp today to make mango sorbet. It was good, and a much healthier alternative to ice cream!

 

[frozenchef]

OMG, LeslieSGI, my husband has been looking for a decent tzatziki sauce for years! His experimenting got so bad, that when he'd try a new version every other week I almost had to go to the hospital at one point - we've got to try yours!

 

[byrd1956]

Did anyone make a new owner flyer for the Manual Food Processor? Customers seem to think it is great when I give them something extra like that.

 

[minirottie]

I think I may have been converted to it from the FC...I did my onions with it the other night..I'd been resisting using it thinking it was more work than the FC, but I am wrong! I also did egg salad in it after Easter. Whole eggs plus mayo, etc....and only one thing to clean! Love it now

 

[mamat1982]

Has anyone tried making homemade butter in the MFP? IF it works, I thought it would be something fun to do at a show to spread on for little toast pieces....

 

[DeannaK1022]

OMG, LeslieSGI, my husband has been looking for a decent tzatziki sauce for years! His experimenting got so bad, that when he'd try a new version every other week I almost had to go to the hospital at one point - we've got to try yours!

here's my Tzatziki recipe (adjust to taste)
1 small tub of plain greek yogurt
1 clove of garlic pressed
2-3 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill
1 T Red wine vineagar
1/2 cucumber shredded and pressed (to get out excess water)
Bit of salt and white pepper

make sure to let it chill for an hour ish.. get's the flavors all yummy.
Double as needed

I'll have to try Leslie's too.. I've never made it with onion. sounds good!

 

[otisbg]

For the 4th time, I have demo'ed the MFP and could not get the lid off. The host ran it under warm water and had to have her 20 year old son get it off- by wrapping it in a towel. Does this happen to anyone else? and how can I prevent this from happening?? The sad thing was, one guest at the show said she had come there to buy it, but when this happened , she changed her mind.

 

[chefheidi2003]

I used frozen mango and a little coconut milk in my mfp today to make mango sorbet. It was good, and a much healthier alternative to ice cream!

Thank you for this idea..I might have to try this..I love Mango..I am on a diet right now..no choice if I want to fit into my wedding dress..LOL. But this will be a great treat for me this summer.

 

[chefheidi2003]

For the 4th time, I have demo'ed the MFP and could not get the lid off. The host ran it under warm water and had to have her 20 year old son get it off- by wrapping it in a towel. Does this happen to anyone else? and how can I prevent this from happening?? The sad thing was, one guest at the show said she had come there to buy it, but when this happened , she changed her mind.

I have never had that happen. And I have used mine pretty often. I think there might be something wrong with your's. If I were you I would contact HO about getting a new one.

 

[mountainmama74]

I just contacted HO about getting a new blade for mine. I was only mildly impressed with how well it cut things up - then I used my mom's and another customer's, and realized that there is just something wrong with my blade! I'm excited to get a new one!

 

[Chef Kearns]

For the 4th time, I have demo'ed the MFP and could not get the lid off. The host ran it under warm water and had to have her 20 year old son get it off- by wrapping it in a towel. Does this happen to anyone else? and how can I prevent this from happening?? The sad thing was, one guest at the show said she had come there to buy it, but when this happened , she changed her mind.

Actually that is a defect that the company knows about. The lid should not stick like that. Just call HO and do an adjustment. It is painless and they will send you a label to mail it back since it is something that they know is an issue.

I wish they would send an email or something! I had no idea and was trying to use mine at a show and was so completely embarrassed. I had to use a knife to pry the lid off! I have a second one and that one never stuck and is so flippin awesome! I sell them all the time at my shows. At least 1 a show most of the time more!! So, please replace it and fall in love with your's!!:love:

 

[babywings76]

For the 4th time, I have demo'ed the MFP and could not get the lid off. The host ran it under warm water and had to have her 20 year old son get it off- by wrapping it in a towel. Does this happen to anyone else? and how can I prevent this from happening?? The sad thing was, one guest at the show said she had come there to buy it, but when this happened , she changed her mind.

That's not supposed to happen at all. Do an online adjustment or call. You'll get it replaced. I'd call that customer and let her know that you found out how it's not supposed to do that and that you are getting a free replacement. Many, MANY people are buying these and not having any issues. It's great that should there be one, we can call or go online and get things taken care of.

 

[otisbg]

Thank you all! I just called and I am returning it and they are sending out a new one. Here I thought I was just a klutz!! Love you all!!:love:

 

[TrudysOwn]

I realize this is an old thread but as I was reading the directions today I had the thought that the Simple Slicer food holder ring would work well for shaping patties. Has anyone ever used it for that?

 

[DebPC]

bumping...

 

[blueberrylady]

I realize this is an old thread but as I was reading the directions today I had the thought that the Simple Slicer food holder ring would work well for shaping patties. Has anyone ever used it for that?

Patties of what, Trudy? I would not use mine for ground beef...but I have an OLD Tupperware set that I have used for about 20 years for shaping burgers to freeze.

 

[blueberrylady]

glad you bumped, Deb. it is salsa making time