<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Hello from Texas, Well in just a few days I've received over 40 email responses to the best bread machine. The results are 38 in favor of ZOJIRUSHI $199.99 at www.glutenfree.com. And 2 people responded that they liked the BREADMAN off www.amazon.com $60 range. Of the responses, some suggested to remove the paddles after mixing and before rising to prevent any 'damage' to the bottom of the precious loaf. Others said ZOJIRUSHI only leaves 2 small indents and they cut away section for bread crumb usage (gotta' love the dual thinkers !) Hope this summary helps !! All the best- valerie * Visit the Celiac Web Page at www.enabling.org/ia/celiac/index.html *