The Vitamix Explorian blender is your ticket to a world of healthy cooking and innovative new culinary techniques. Prepare textured sauces, steamed soups, smoothies, baby food, bread dough, frozen desserts and more, all made with the wholesome ingredients of your choosing. The 48-oz. container fits nicely beneath kitchen cabinets. Features Explore how easy it is to make healthy, whole-food recipes at home. From appetizers to dessert, the 48-ounce container is ideal for blending medium batches for small family meals. Create Texture Ten variable speeds allow you to refine every texture with culinary precision, from the smoothest pur ees to the heartiest soup. Pulse Feature With the pulse feature, layer corse chops over smooth purees for heartier recipes, such as chunky salsas or vegetable soups. High-Performance Motor The powerful 2 HP motor can handle tough ingredients to create high-quality blends. Easy Cleaning With a drop of dish soap warm water, your Vitamix machine can clean its self in 30 to 60 seconds- no disassembly required.