Wash Vegetables and Fruits, Drain Cooked Pasta and Dry Dishes - Extendable - New Home Kitchen Essentials. Multipurpose - Easy to use and versatile. Stretch over your kitchen sink to rinse veggies and fruit, drain pasta, thaw frozen food or use as a dish rack to air dry utensils, cups and small plates. It's also comfortable to hold in hand and can be used on your counter as a basket. No matter how you use it, we think you'll love this colander's versatility.