The crock made of glass allows you to see the meal you are preparing and watch the cooking process from the top through the glass lid. You can see the noodles boiling every second, and you can also watch the steaming process through the top. Once you've made your noodles, you can throw out enough of the water to steam the vegetables you've prepared, and finish your meal in no time at all. If you've got multi colored, frozen veggies, kids will love it! You can pop it in the microwave without worrying about it melting, and it fits perfectly into a cozy cupboard or kitchen shelf. They've got a 10 out of 10 for me, and I'm hard to please! For my 27 years of life, 15 of which have been busy multitasking every day, I've appreciated the minimalistic and functional designs out there made for time-saving meals. If you want to spoil yourself or a loved one, this meal maker can ease the busy schedule you have. The glass electric noodle making pot is unlike any crock made of glass. You can watch the steaming and boiling process without worrying that the pot will explode. You can also microwave the crock without worrying that it will melt.