Now when you are looking for a large food processor you want something that can handle a lot of things in its container before you have to empty it to make room for more, apparently this Cuisinart DLC-2014N is up to that challenge, having a 14 cup capacity you can be certain that it is double of what your regular sized one would have.
Cuisinart DLC-2014N PowerPrep Plus 14-Cup Capacity Food Processor
Now a large cup size would not is not something you want to base a food processor on (or a woman for that matter), even with all that capacity, if it fails to perform as well as the regular ones then it would be totally worthless, just a big jar. So here is the verdict on the Cuisinart DLC-2014N after I have put it through more than its fair share of work load.
Versatile and Good Performance
The unit came with 4 attachments, a slicer, grater, and two blades; also a spatula and the tube like thing which I think is also for stirring. So after assembly and clearing some stuff off the counter I started to get this new processor going, this has buttons which reminds me of the touch ones I have on my microwave, they have the regular off on and pulse and an extra button called dough, and according to the name I think this is obviously a special function which is for kneading dough, not surprised at all I was right, it kneads pretty well.
The feeding tube is really wide, which allows for a number of things to go in at once, being the time stricken person I am I usually shove as much as I can into the processor so I can get things over with sooner, lucky for me with this one there is still more space inside to cope with the massive input trough the feed tube, 14 cups with a wide opening is really something that can reduce the time it takes for me to process.
The motor runs fairly smooth, even when I hold down the pulse button it doesn’t jerk neither does the speed and power fluctuate, this offers me a uniform slice of capsicum, I even use it for tomatoes. The large jar is also dishwasher safe, so after each use I just toss it in the dish washing machine to get a well cleaned jar ready for another use.
This set comes with an extra how to video from Cuisinart, too bad I don’t have an ancient VCR lying around my house to play it, wish they gave it in a more modern and acceptable disc format. There is also a collection of recipes included, which lets you utilize the processor to its full potential.
A Few Downsides
However even as big as the Cuisinart DLC-2014N may be, it seems that it does not feel entirely durable, the jar does feel like it’s made from tough plastic, but I have had numerous appliances made from the same type of plastic and had them break after a few bumps here and there, the buttons are also not that appealing, I honestly didn’t like them, I would prefer a more secure feeling paddle over these buttons. The unit itself is of course large but there were places where it could have been smaller, like maybe provide a removable lid for when you do not want to use the feed tube.
So overall Cuisinart DLC-2014N is a good large food processor, also for the price I wouldn’t complain about it too much, but if you were going to complain then you should consider buying a Cuisinart custom 14 which would definitely cost a little more but works better.
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One Response to “Cuisinart DLC-2014N PowerPrep Plus 14-cup Food Processor – Best Large Capacity Food Processor”
I have several questions. (And would appreciate if you could email me answers, or let me know that you’ve answered them here.) You mention that the PowerPrep (14 c.) is not suitable for small batches. Is the Elite better with those – or only because you use the smaller bowls? (Do the bowls work independently or all have to be stacked together inside to work – all 3 in to use the small one, etc.?) What about the DFP-14 – will it handle smaller loads? Does the PowerPrep have the same very small continuous feed tube that the DFP-14 does? Does the Elite have a larger oval continuous feed tube? (Pics appear that way.) Does the dough setting make a big difference for doing doughs?
Here’s my situation. I have a Bosch with a food processor. It (FP) is not large enough for our large family and recipes I want to make. (Fine for shredding cheese and cutting small amounts of things.) (I also do large dough amounts in Bosch – but pie crusts and such are easier/ faster in processor.) I’m afraid the KitchenAid (12 c.) won’t be large enough – and don’t like that it has a very short center. I’m thinking that will greatly limit the true capacity for me. I like the DFP-14, but HATE that little bitty continuous feed tube, and the fact that the machine has to be disassembled for EACH item you place in the large feed tube. Any other 14 c. processors that aren’t more expensive that are worth looking at for my needs?