Presto 6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker | 
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| Brand: Presto
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $79.99
Buy New: $45.72
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Rating:  170 reviews
Sales Rank: 329
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8.2
Dimensions (in): 19 x 9.9 x 9.8
Warranty: 1
MPN: 01362
Model: 307912
UPC: 075741013626
EAN: 0075741013626
ASIN: B00006ISG6
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Heavy-duty 6-quart stainless steel pressure cooker | | • | Comfortably ergonomic, stay-cool black plastic handles | | • | Strong-lock lid with steam vent, pressure indicator and overpressure plug | | • | Comes with rack for steaming food or for canning | | • | 17 by 8-1/2 inches; 12-year warranty |
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Product Description
6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker Perfect for today's lifestyle! Cooks three to ten times faster than ordinary methods, faster than a microwave for many foods. Cover lock indicator shows at a glance if there is pressure inside the cooker. Bimetal-clad base provides fast, even heat distribution. Gleaming stainless steel body ensures lasting beauty and easy cleaning. Includes cooking rack and complete instruction/recipe book. Extended 12-year limited warranty. 6-Quart Liquid Capacity (5.7 Liters).
Amazon.com Review
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. --Garland Withers
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| Customer Reviews: Read 165 more reviews...
 Good tool, well made, highly recommended May 17, 2008
I've owned this pressure cooker for a year, and I really enjoy it. It saves time. It saves energy. And it enables me to cook meals that I otherwise would not.
It does cook fast, so you need to use a timer and pay attention. If you do, you'll have pleasant experiences.
Buy a few cook books, especially the Presto book. Other recipes can be found by internet searches. It's good to use recipes specifically tailored for pressure cookers. Using other recipes will likely require a process of trial and error.
One time, the lid stuck on the kettle. This problem was solved by putting some vegetable oil on the gasket. Gaskets need to be replaced every year or two. I've seen them at hardware stores, and Amazon sells them too.
Great service May 12, 2008
I was very pleased with this product. The whole ordering process was very easy and efficient. I received the product within a few days. Thanks for the great service!!!
almost as good as grama's May 9, 2008
Grama had an aluminum one that I inherited and used for many years. Can no longer find the rubber rings so bought this Presto. I was skeptical, thinking no way could it compare. It seemed so light weight. But it's wonderful. Lid is tricky to latch, but overall it is a great purchase. I would recommend to anyone looking for a modern-day pressure cooker. Well worth the price.
Love it! April 29, 2008
I love this pressure cooker, it cooks fast and it's very safe to use. And it's a good size if you like to cook stews. And it has a recipe booklet to give you ideas. I would highly recommend this product.
very useful April 26, 2008
I used this pressure cooker twice in the first week I got it. The very first time was THE DAY I got it. It is quality! It breaks down an entire chicken in twenty minutes with such flavor. I used the breast of turkey recipe in the book that came with it and it was done to completion very quickly also. All of the other dishes for my March Thanksgiving meal were still cooking long after that turkey breast was done. I'll start the turkey last next time.
To think of the saved energy of a low setting on the top of the stove for twenty minutes compared to the couple hours of roasting in the oven. To me that's great, considering energy costs are on the rise.
The last one I had was smaller and the lid eventually fell apart (differant brand). I can tell this one is going to be around for a long time.
I like that I'll be able to do a little bit of pressure canning in this bigger one too. I couldn't in my old one. Water bath canning was what I was limited to before and have wanted to pressure can small jars of produce that needed to be, but one of those huge pressure canners, my mom used, is just too big for my needs.
I'm considering buying another for a friend who's wedding is coming up soon. If you want flavorful, home-cooked food, fast this has far better flavor and texture than something a microwave could do. Thanks so much.
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