Does it handle harder items? Could it mince onions?
1731559
Yes. You can do onions, carrots and other veggies just fine. Done it many times with no isssues.
1365350
So far we have used it to chop pecans (the ones that come bagged already shelled). The longer you keep the machine running, the smaller the pieces are that are chopped up. We use the chopped pecans in banana bread. It works great to puree onions without the tears to make salsa, etc. Like I said before, if the machine stops because it is jammed, make SURE that you unplug the unit before getting your finger near the blade. The blade is very sharp!!! Better to be safe!!!
1333914
It probably has enough power to do it but the food processor bowl part is very small and can't handle anything of substance. Mine broke just making hummus.
2126764
The blade's cutting power is quite weak. It might cut through a slice of deli sandwich meat or a hot dog. Anything tougher than that- not a chance. If you chop long enough (with a food it can handle), it will cut down to mince size. I've only had success chopping garlic, and only if I cut the cloves in half or quarters first. Fresh herbs, even tender basil leaves- poor results. Onions- poor results. Bell peppers- poor results. And these are less tough than meat.
2007144
This is not as sturdy as the Pampered Chef micro cooker I replaced for this. Very flimsy handle but I'm sure it would cook a box of mac and cheese.
1839404
I use it to slice onions extremely thin for deep fried onion strings. It works great!
115172
Great on onions. I sliced only firm plum tomatoes. Make sure you use the hand guard on both.
323710
As long as the onion is not soft - very good - clean up takes a little more time - but certainly worth the time vs. the time to cut by hand - assuming, of course, you are not a Master Chef with lightning fast hands :-)
116844
Yes. It's not great for carrots unless they are some really big carrots. It's awesome for onions and bigger veggies like zucchini or cucumber.
778492
Yes it will...not a big amount at a time....but it does such a great job......and you can get alot done quickly!....it will chop veggies coarsely or fine...
1839403
Very well! I often slice onions on mine -- just don't remove the root end and watch your fingernails when near the end!
451894
havent timed those items; my wife uses it for melons and salad. seems to work for that. thats the best i can give you. good luck. why not just buy one of those looks like an onion container.
550694
Yes and I've used it. Works very well for onion slices. NEVER slice without the holder. The blades are very sharp. Which, of course, explains why it works so well! ;)
795231
I'd say no. The more you need to force it, the more dangerous. And, it just not designed for hard cheese. I'd use a good knife.
1126233
Haven't done garlic yet but does a good job on onions if they are cut into small pieces
921291
i think so, i know it can grate hard cheeses. I have only tried onions, celery, apples, bell peppers so far
809453
I think it will be great. I have used it for onions & pickles & it cuts quickly & as small as you want it. The blade is very sharp.