HIC's 11.5-inch Essential Reinforced Mesh Colander with footed base is ideal for washing, draining, steaming, and blanching foods. Specially crafted from high-quality 18/8 stainless steel mesh with sturdy wire supports, liquids drain away easily while the footed base elevates contents above liquids as they drain. It's perfect for washing produce, draining cooked pasta, rice, quinoa, grains, and vegetables, or placing over a pot of boiling water to use as a vegetable steamer, or dunking already cooked vegetables and pasta for a quick and easy reheat, even blanching fresh produce before preserving it in the freezer. Made from 18/8 stainless steel, HIC's Essential Reinforced Mesh Colander is dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.