Sometimes it's worth the time to visit a thrift store. Today I found just what I needed when making emulsified sausages. Making finely crushed ice was a real problem as I tried a blender and the bag and hammer trick but just could not pulverize it finely enough. I was amazed how well this cheap little plastic machine works as it spews out finely crushed ice particles. It's sold as a "snow cone maker" but perfect when you need to add crushed ice to your hot dogs, bologna or weisswurst.