Smoothie, Hot Soup, and Frozen Dessert program settings ensure walk-away convenience and consistent results. The 48-Ounce container is perfect for individual servings and midsize blends. Variable Speed Control and Pulse feature let you manually fine-tune the texture of any recipe. The containers are dishwasher-safe and made of BPA-free Eastman Tritan. With the Pulse feature, layer coarse chops over smooth purées for heartier recipes, such as chunky pasta sauce or thick vegetable soups.