Presto 8-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker
by Presto

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Product Summary

• Heavy-duty 8-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
• 15-1/2 by 8 inches; 12-year warranty

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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Presto 8-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker

Customer Review: Worked well for a while, but
Summary: 2 Stars

Description of Presto 8-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker

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 75 recipes, ranging from basic soup stocks to stews and pot roasts--even desserts like Petite Pumpkin 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 8-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 10-1/2 inches in diameter (15-1/2 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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