StirMax 7l mix-cooker is my new favorite kitchen tool I have to admit i didn't think something could take over my favorite I have the top of the live crockpot all in one and thought it was the best until the Stirmax came to town this 7liter makes the best soups roasts anything really I love that you can briaee or seer the meat before in the same pan and then set it and forget it  it also is much more compact without sacrificing room to cool I love it's more square instead of oblong and take way less counter space!! I make all my dogs food so this is absolutely  my go to now I am so fortunate to have found this I highly recommend as I said it will be a favorite of yours too just buy it do your family or self a favor !!