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Presto 6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker | 
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| Brand: Presto
List Price: $79.99
Buy New: $45.35
You Save: $34.64 (43%)
New (37) from $45.35
Rating:  167 reviews
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 10 more reviews...
 Love it! April 29, 2008
L. Demattei (FL, USA)
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
Patsy Jo Kincaid (Kirksville, MO)
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.
Great for a whole lot of things! April 25, 2008
R. Pizarro (Lukeville, AZ United States)
I got this pressure cooker from Amazon and I am very pleased with it, I have cooked, beans, garbanzos, chicken with vegetables, soup and everything turns out great very quickly, the only thing that didn't work was the broccoli, even in just 3 minutes it was way overcooked so for softer vegetables I don't recommend using it as a pressure cooker but you can steam them just fine (leaving the little weight off) In general highly recommended.
Good option for the price April 25, 2008
Jose Rodriguez (Tx, USA)
For me is excellent. I used and works quick and easy. I just recommend. Is not heavy. I was considering a expensive brand to buy, but know I think that was the best option, When cook beans do not over fill with them as I did. The steam will flow quick and release from the valve, but nothing to worry just use correctly and don't pass the limit.
 Presto 6 qt April 21, 2008
Maid Marion (Hawthorne, NJ)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I had a Presto pressure cooker for many, many years and I thought it was a great pot. When I needed to replace it, I looked at a lot of cookers, all makes and prices. This Presto cooker is made well and priced right and you don't have to read a book on how and how not to use it.
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