A food mill functions as ricer, a strainer, and a masher. It makes sauces and purees. If you have never used a food mill, you should. To use, you simply turn the handle clockwise. A beveled plate catches the food and presses it through the milling sieve in the bottom. * A food mill is ideal for fruit, vegetable sauces, purees, and baby food. * It automatically separates the skins and seeds from purees. * You can mash or rice potatoes. * It comes apart easily for cleaning. * Stainless steel construction. * Capacity is 2 quarts. * Two screens: 2.2 and 5 MM This is a great addition to your kitchen.