this little machine make just the right amount for the two of we with a little left over for snack on later . we eat brown & wild rice mostly ; it cook perfectly every time , keep it warm & delicious for the duration of a meal & even much longer . I have not try any of the other cooking option yet -lrb- white rice , porridge -rrb- . it be also a snap to clean . bonus : look great on the counter , match my other stainless appliance !