Cuisinart has released a new Food Processor. It is called the Elite and currently it is exclusive to Williams-Sonoma. This new sleeker design features at 16cup bowl which also takes nested bowls for smaller jobs. Nested bowls come in 13 cup and 4.5 cup sizes. This is a first for Cuisinart and a welcome change. Prior to this model, only Kitchenaid had this ability.

Another feature they have added is locking the blades in place. I can’t tell you the number of times I have poured out liquid from the bowl and forgot to hold the blade, only to have it fall into the bowl and splatter stuff all over the place. Another feature is a better seal between the bowl and the lid. Better gaskets make for a better seal to keep those liquids in.

The new processor features a 1000 watt motor that runs super quiet. The body is made in die cast metal and looks slick. The new unit retails for $545 but is on sale at Williams-Sonoma for $299.99. The unit ships with three bowls, two discs (slicing and shredding), two blades and spatula. The unit also ships with a DVD.

I can’t wait to get my hands on one. I wonder when the exclusive ends?