Presto 8-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker

The smart choice for preparing today's lower calorie foods is a pressure cooker. It cooks three to ten times faster than ordinary cooking methods, saving time, energy, and money. Pressure cooking preserves flavors and nutrients, and even tenderizes lean cuts of meat. This Presto 8-quart 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.

Cooking with a pressure cooker has experienced renewed popularity in recent years, as cooks have rediscovered the speed and efficiency they offer. The Presto pressure cooker is ideal for cooking healthy meals quickly, as it retains more nutrients and flavors compared to other methods.

This durable, polished-aluminum pressure cooker is an economical addition to any kitchen. It has a heavy-duty lid that locks down during cooking, along with an inner sealing ring to keep the steam in. The pop-up pressure indicator, simple steam release mechanism, and overpressure plug ensure safe and efficient cooking.

With an 8-quart liquid capacity, this pressure cooker is big enough for home canning and includes a special rack for cooking several foods at once. The accompanying booklet contains more than 65 recipes, from basic soup stocks to stews and desserts like Oatmeal-Apple Crisp. It is perfect for weeknight dinners or meals that need to come together quickly.

Cleaning the polished aluminum pressure cooker is easy with nonabrasive cleansers, and occasional use of a fine metal polish will help keep its shine. The cooker is fully immersible, and the sealing ring can be removed for cleaning. The vent pipe is simple to keep clean with a small brush or pipe cleaner, while the air vent/cover lock and overpressure plug are removable for added convenience.

The Presto pressure cooker measures 11-1/2 inches in diameter and 9 inches tall, making it suitable for a variety of ranges. Backed by a 12-year warranty, this pressure cooker is a safe, efficient, and versatile tool for today's busy cooks.

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