Known in France as a moulin á légumes, this classic low-tech tool treats food more gently than food processors. The Matfer Bourgeat M530 14 inch Food Mill purees and strains ingredients at the same time, producing a perfectly smooth and even texture. When you turn the crank, a rotating blade pushes foods through a perforated disk into a bowl, leaving unwanted fibers and particles behind. Cooks make the most of autumn"s root vegetables by using a manual food mill to create flavorful purees - the perfect accompaniment to roasted poultry and meats. Made of tin-plate, with a system of double milling on the bottom and sides. Capacity 8 quarts, produces 10 pounds per minute, fits on any pan or bowl with a diameter of 10-1/4 to 24 inches. Comes with 1/16 inch basket-shaped grid.