Food mills, also known as food grinders or food choppers, are kitchen tools that are used to process different food items into fine or coarse textures. They can be used to puree vegetables, fruits, and other foods into smooth baby food or sauces. The term food mill can be used interchangeably with other words such as food processor, blender, or juicer. These items work similarly to a food mill by processing foods into different textures. Other synonyms for a food mill include a cheese grater, a mortar and pestle, and a food press. While each of these kitchen tools offers its unique benefits, all of them are useful for processing food.