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food processor
noun
: an electric kitchen appliance with a set of interchangeable blades revolving inside a container
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For the herb paste: Process parsley, thyme, sage, rosemary, shallot, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in food processor until consistency of coarse paste, about 10 2-second pulses.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
Puree the carrots in a blender or food processor until completely smooth.
—Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 6 Nov. 2024
Make mayo: Meanwhile, add mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon water, 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika to a food processor.
—Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
Combine the two ingredients in a food processor or blender.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
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First Known Use
1973, in the meaning defined above
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“Food processor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/food%20processor. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
food processor
noun
: an electric kitchen appliance that has blades that turn inside a container and is used for cutting and blending food
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