The Elite Collection 4 Cup Chopper/Grinder handles food preparation such as chopping, grinding, and puréeing effortlessly, making your kitchen tasks easier. The unique SmartPower blade has a patented auto-reversing ability with a sharp edge so you can chop delicate ingredients and purée soft foods, while the blunt edge can grind through your favorite spices and harder foods. The superior BladeLock System feature keeps you safe by securing the blade in place during processing and pouring.