With the HomeBake Bread Machine, preparing a variety of breads is simple: just add ingredients, select the cycle, and press start. After you make the first delicious batch, it won't be long before family and friends are asking for more. This will fill your kitchen with that beloved smell of freshly baked bread. The 2lb bread machine comes with 12 settings to make bread using different ingredients and recipes. These settings include French, gluten-free, quick bread, sweet, 1.5-lb express, 2-lb express, dough, jam, cake, whole grain and bake. There are settings for light, medium or dark crust according to your taste This HomeBake machine is designed so that you can add ingredients at different stages in the baking process. Once you get settled in, it includes an extra paddle so when one paddle's in the dishwasher, you can still bake. Instructions and recipes included, too. So start the day you get this bread machine. Settings even include accommodations for gluten and whole wheat flours. You'll love impressing your family, friends, and definitely yourself! YUM! Make bread without preservatives or trans fats Delay timer for adding ingredients at various times Nonstick pan for easy cleanup in dishwasher Includes extra kneading paddle Audible reminder to add fruits/nuts We are an authorized Hamilton Beach dealer