Since I started using a plate like this, and a low pressure regulator from Harbor Freight, $10.
http://www.carcraft.com/techarticles..._bleeding_kit/
Most recently did a complete new system on a 70 Blazer without even bench bleeding the master cylinder. Five minutes and done with only about 2 teaspoons of wasted fluid. Pedal like a rock! Has been this way for me since the early 80's.