<![CDATA[14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying]]>Does anyone around here use a 14 cup Cuisinart food processor for emulsifying sausage? I figure it would have no trouble at all getting the job done, but I wonder about optimal load size (or any other tips and tricks out there).

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/topic/3781/14-cup-cuisinart-for-emulsifyingRSS for NodeThu, 10 Sep 2026 22:31:46 GMTSun, 18 Apr 2021 20:46:42 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:29:21 GMT]]>RJ Adventures I’ve been using mine for dogs several years and never had a heating issue. Keep good brushes in the motor and you’ll be fine.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36395https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36395Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:29:21 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Thu, 29 Apr 2021 11:51:51 GMT]]>I think that you can do it but just break up the batch into smaller amounts and then add them all together at the end. One of the downfalls is that you should also partition up the spices, salt, etc.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36357https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36357Thu, 29 Apr 2021 11:51:51 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Thu, 29 Apr 2021 04:07:48 GMT]]>Pivodog thanks! I may just work on getting that chopper and use it! Would hate to burn up such an expensive piece of equipment for some homemade dogs! Haha

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36351https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36351Thu, 29 Apr 2021 04:07:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Thu, 29 Apr 2021 01:12:59 GMT]]>We had a cuisinart and have used it several times until I practically burned it out. Do small batches because the large motor heats up the meat to quick. Give the processor a rest between sessions because of heat and over heating. I bought the wife a breville for a replacement a year ago and it is better with heat but less power and it overloads pretty quick and will shut off thermally which sucks! Again small batches… Be careful with the suregell because it turns the batter into glue and puts more stress on the machine. My 2 cents!

The bowl chopper

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36335https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/36335Thu, 29 Apr 2021 01:12:59 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Wed, 21 Apr 2021 18:26:10 GMT]]>RJ Adventures The filter screen is to process my ground herds through to try and get a more powder consistency to them. I grind the meat first (twice) then use the Cuisinart to emulsify it adding water as needed and my seasonings.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35688https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35688Wed, 21 Apr 2021 18:26:10 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:36:40 GMT]]>Fat_Bob now are you talking about putting the entire meat blend through that, or what’s the micron filtering for? Last time I made my hot dogs (only my 2nd time) they weren’t bad, still had some fat particles randomly that didn’t break down in the “paste” but I ground everything 4 times without adding ice technically, because I just put it in the deep freeze till the surface was firm then ground again… then mixed a bunch and obviously added all that water then… thats why I was wondering if it would be better to bowl chop the meat till it was well broken down, then add all the seasonings and additives

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35662https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35662Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:36:40 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:53:05 GMT]]>RJ Adventures I do add powdered spices from American Spice I can’t make. I also dehydrate herds I grow and grind but can’t get as fine of powder. Just ordered some 304 S.S. ,120 micron mesh screen to try putting them through for a finer end product.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35647https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35647Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:53:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:33:15 GMT]]>Check out this guy, Ekkehard the German butcher. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buvTcn9fBcY&t=217s
He uses a Ninja with small batches. I have followed his method and it works OK. His recipes are not well described so I’m still fighting to find a good bologna recipe. I just got a Waltons bologna and frank spice mix so will that a shot.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35639https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35639Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:33:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Wed, 21 Apr 2021 01:18:01 GMT]]>Fat_Bob do you mix seasonings in when you put it in the processor?

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35616https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35616Wed, 21 Apr 2021 01:18:01 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:36:32 GMT]]>Fat_Bob YooperDog I was thinking about 5-10 lbs. (probably more like the 10). I figure even breaking it up into 3-4 batches is less fuss (or less time) than doing a third grind with my #12. I might be surprised, but I also like options.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35552https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35552Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:36:32 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:33:55 GMT]]>Fat_Bob Yeah I was figuring about a 5lb batch. Maybe make some liver sausage, can’t find a decent one up here.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35471https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35471Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:33:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:30:57 GMT]]>YooperDog They work just fine. Wouldn’t want to make 100# though.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35470https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35470Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:30:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:22:23 GMT]]>I might take a chance with my Cuisinart to make a small batch and see what happens. If it blows up just another project to work on and a reason to get a buffalo chopper

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35468https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35468Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:22:23 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 22:25:57 GMT]]>TexLaw I have a $1000. Robot Coupe dice. It is a 1 H.P. direct drive and I would not even experiment with it. I have a few others, like a Kitchen Aid, that I would try it with, but my Kitchen Aid striped out slicing carrots.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35429https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35429Mon, 19 Apr 2021 22:25:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 19:57:16 GMT]]>TexLaw I have a 14 cup Cuisinart and it does it just fine. Just put a little water in while running a batch. Those things will eat a tennis shoe if you put one in it. lol

edit: I start with it about half full of fresh ground, add water then more ground to get it where I want it.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35407https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35407Mon, 19 Apr 2021 19:57:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:50:02 GMT]]>The whole reason I’d use the processor is that I don’t care to buy (and house) another piece of equipment.

I said the same thing and ran out of room long ago! I use the harbor junk store red or black carts to house everything now. Then I can roll them anywhere I need and hide them when I am done.

Its a slippery slope…

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35340https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35340Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:50:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:11:28 GMT]]>Chef That’s my concern. I burned out a cheaper processor just by making hummus. The Cuisinart is a real workhorse and has no problem mincing meat when I don’t care to pull out the grinder for a pound or two, but I expect emulsifying can be more of a challenge.

It didn’t hurt too badly to burn out a $50 processor, but a Cuisinart is a different story. The whole reason I’d use the processor is that I don’t care to buy (and house) another piece of equipment.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35315https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35315Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:11:28 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:27 GMT]]>I used to use a small processor. Worked good, just took forever. Then moved to a champion juicer which worked a little faster. Finally graduated to the hobart buff chopper and it is awesome. Even at 4lbs at a time it is way faster. A lg processor should work fine as long as the gears can last. Meat is hard on equipment

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35302https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35302Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 09:06:03 GMT]]>I just think because of the speed difference you might get better emulsification with the processor, would even think about waiting on seasonings until after emilsifucation on a small batch just to see the difference

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35300https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35300Mon, 19 Apr 2021 09:06:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:31:49 GMT]]>I have never used a food processor but have seen recipes for emulsified sausages that call for there use.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35270https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35270Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:31:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:27:57 GMT]]>Keep us updated on how that turns out. I wouldn’t think the gearing would hold up. If it works, would be great for a few small batches.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35268https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35268Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:27:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:20:18 GMT]]>Tex_77 I don’t blame you, I mostly bought it for the lady of the house but I plan on stealing it to use for my endeavors! Haha at least a couple times!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35265https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35265Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:20:18 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Sun, 18 Apr 2021 21:35:56 GMT]]>RJ Adventures i have the Cuisinart, wanted the Breville, but didn’t want to spend the cash. I have not used it for any meat processing.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35211https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35211Sun, 18 Apr 2021 21:35:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 14 Cup Cuisinart for Emulsifying on Sun, 18 Apr 2021 21:13:51 GMT]]>TexLaw I was wondering the same thing for hot dogs and bologna products, I bought a 14 cup breville and wanted to try…maybe ill give it a shot with a few lbs maybe up to 5 at a time and see where I get with it next time! It’s either that or buy the Buffalo chopper I have a line on for 600, I know that’ll work!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35209https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/35209Sun, 18 Apr 2021 21:13:51 GMT