Cuisinart PrepExpress French Fry Cutter — Compact Heavy-Duty Potato Cutter, Regular & Steak Cuts, Built-in Catch

The Cuisinart PrepExpress French Fry Cutter is a sturdy countertop tool that quickly and safely turns potatoes and other vegetables into uniform regular or steak-cut fries.

If you want restaurant-style fries at home without the fuss, this compact cutter speeds up prep while keeping surfaces tidy. It combines two stainless-steel blade grids, a built-in food pusher, and a catch container so cutting is fast, safe, and low-mess. The PrepExpress is designed to fit small kitchens and stores easily when not in use.

How does the PrepExpress make fry prep faster?

The cutter streamlines the typical peel-slice routine by positioning the vegetable and pushing it through a sharp grid in one motion. Because it holds the blade grids inside the unit when not in use, setup and cleanup are minimal. You can prepare many servings in the time it takes to slice a few by hand.

• Two stainless-steel grids ready for regular and steak-cut sizes
• Single downward press sends vegetables cleanly through the blade
• Includes a collection container to catch fries and reduce countertop debris
• Compact footprint fits on most counters for quick access

What foods can I cut with this machine?

While built for potatoes, the PrepExpress handles a variety of firm produce so you can use it beyond fries. It works well with sweet potatoes, zucchini, carrots, eggplant, and similar vegetables that fit the feed opening. Softer or rounded items may need trimming first for consistent results.

• Potatoes and sweet potatoes for classic or steak fries
• Zucchini and eggplant for uniform grilling or roasting pieces
• Carrots and other firm root vegetables for even sticks
• Trim rounded produce to fit the pusher for best performance

Is the cutter safe and simple to clean?

Safety is built into the design with a food pusher that keeps fingers away from the blades during pressing. The non-slip base adds stability so the unit stays put while you work. When you're done, blade grids store inside the body and the removable container and components rinse clean quickly.

• Food pusher protects hands while applying pressure
• Non-slip base prevents movement on the counter
• Blade grids store inside the unit for safe handling
• Removable catch container and simple surfaces rinse or hand-wash easily

How big is it and how should I store it?

The PrepExpress is compact, measuring about 6.38" by 6.38" by 8.25", so it tucks into cabinets or on a shelf without taking much space. Its detachable parts and internal blade storage mean it can be kept assembled or broken down for cupboard storage. Because the blades are stainless steel, dry and store them to maintain sharpness.

• Overall size: 6.38" L x 6.38" W x 8.25" H
• Blade grids store inside to reduce exposed sharp edges
• Detachable catch container keeps countertops cleaner for storage
• Compact enough for small kitchens and pantry shelves

Who is this for? The Cuisinart PrepExpress is aimed at home cooks who want consistent, restaurant-style fries quickly and without a lot of cleanup. It's a good fit for busy families, people who batch-prep vegetables for meals, and anyone who prefers a compact, sturdy tool for cutting firm produce into uniform sticks. If you value speed, repeated consistency, and safer handling compared with manual knife work, this cutter is a practical addition to your kitchen gadget collection.