Presto 6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
Presto 6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
Pressure cookers have experienced renewed popularity over the last several years because cooks have rediscovered what some cooks (particularly grandmas) have known for a long time–they’re really fast. And it’s easy to cook healthfully with pressure cookers, since the food retains so much more of its nutrients and flavor. Presto’s 6-quart stainless steel pressure cooker is a multi-purpose pot that can stand in as a conventional soup pot as well as perform the kitchen magic that pressure cookers are famous for. Chicken Cacciatore cooks in 8 minutes! This professional-quality stainless steel pressure cooker is a handy addition to any well-rounded set of kitchen tools.
The heavy-duty lid locks down during cooking; an inner sealing ring keeps the steam in. In addition to a pop-up pressure indicator and a simple steam release mechanism, there is an overpressure plug that will let off steam if it builds up excessively. This pressure cooker is useful for weeknight dinners or for any meal that needs to come together quickly. An accompanying booklet contains more than 65 recipes, ranging from basic soup stocks to stews and pot roasts–even desserts like 5-minute custards! Tenderize lean cuts of beef or pork; or cook chicken, fish, or vegetables faster than you can in a microwave, and without losing moisture.
Nonabrasive cleansers are best for cleaning this stainless steel pressure cooker, though occasional use of a fine metal polish will help the exterior keep its shine. The Presto 6-quart pressure cooker is fully immersible; in addition, the sealing ring should be removed after each use to allow cleaning of the inside rim of the lid. The vent pipe is simple to keep clean with a small brush or pipe cleaner, and both the air vent/cover lock and the overpressure plug are removable. The pressure cooker measures 9 inches in diameter (17 inches including handles) and 8-1/2 inches tall (including lid). Presto guarantees this pressure cooker with an extended 12-year warranty. A detailed instruction and recipe booklet is included; special safety issues that pertain to pressure cookers are clearly explained.
Cooks lighter meals, healthier, fast and easy. 3 to 10 times faster than ordinary methods – faster than a microwave. Chicken, fish, vegetables and more cook to perfection in minutes. Tenderizes leaner cuts of beef and pork. New ergonomically designed handles
Presto 6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Review
(1) After searching through 4 different nationwide department stores I was unable to locate a stainless steel pressure cooker. I gave up riding around from store to store and ordered it online. It was here in a jiffy. The good thing was that by comparing sizes of cookers in those department stores, I realized I needed a 6 quart cooker for a family of 3 or 4. Especially if I wanted to have something left for another meal. I made the best tasting stew ever tonight. The meat was actually tender AND tasty. Previous use of a VERY old aluminum pressure cooker lead me to believe that all foods would taste nasty when using a pressure cooker. Not true in this stainless steel cooker. I keep it handy for those occasions when I need to whip up something wholesome and quick.
(2) I love this pressure cooker. It is really helpful for soup, bean,beef …About 15 minutes is long enough for black bean or beef soup. It’s also easy to use; after cooking just place the cooker under running cold water, the heat pressure will be out, then you can open the lid.