This is the device rated #1 by Cooks Illustrated magazine as the best frozen dessert machine. Unlike lesser machines, this dessert maker's advanced cooling mechanism and precise temperature control don't require the addition of salt, ice, or liquid additives to assist with cooling or to prevent over-freezing. You simply add ingredients to the 1 1/2 qt. capacity bowl, and in 30 minutes it makes rich ice cream, sorbet, yogurt, or sherbet, with perfect consistency at an ideal temperature just above freezing. The stainless steel blade and bowl are easy to clean and the brushed, polished exterior resists fingerprints and scratching. A built-in timer ensures that desserts reach the proper temperature and receive the precise amount of stirring. 11" H x 18" L x 12" W. (38 lbs.)