Top chefs agree only a ricer can produce the perfect texture for mashed potatoes and other root vegetables. In a single stroke, the Kuhn Rikon swiss-designed ricer gently extrudes long, light strands through either of two stainless steel disks. Use the disk with larger holes for a mashed side dish or the one with smaller holes to make a fine puree. Make blenderless sauces. Try it for berry sauces for desserts or for tomato puree. Make healthy, homemade baby food, strain blanched greens like spinach or chard. Make potato pancakes, gnocchi and spaetzel.