When I first received this product, I was highly skeptical about how it would perform. I read all the directions thoroughly and decided to make the french vanilla ice cream for my first batch. I prepared the mix the night before. The next morning, it literally only took me 25 minutes to make my first batch. And I couldn't believe how good that it tasted! My husband said that it was by far the best home made ice cream he has ever tasted! I love my little ice cream maker now and I am even wanting to purchase a second bowl!!