A nice choice for any busy household, this multi-cooker can be used to steam, stew, simmer, braise, boil, roast, and deep-fry a variety of foods with excellent results. Cook a pot of lentil soup or vegetarian chili, steam vegetables and rice, roast meat, make meatballs, or fry up a batch of shrimp, French fries, or onion rings–the options are endless. The unit provides a generous interior that can deep-fry up to six servings at a time, a versatile basket with a metal handle that snaps onto the rim for easy draining, and a tempered-glass lid, which keeps in the heat while offering at-a-glance food monitoring. In addition, its Control Master heat control automatically maintains the proper cooking temperature. Other highlights include a heavy cast-aluminum base for even heat distribution; a premium nonstick finish, inside and out, for effortless food release; stay-cool side handles for safe transport; a heat-proof lid knob; and feet that raise the unit up off the counte