Presto 01781 Pressure Canner and Cooker, 23 qt, Silver

Description

Pressure canning is the only method recommended safe by
the U.S. Department of Agriculture for low-acid foods. Doubles as a boiling
water canner for preserving fruits, jams, jellies, pickles and salsa in pint
and half pint jars. Also handy as a large capacity pressure cooker.
Constructed of warp-resistant, heavy-gauge aluminum for fast, even heating.
Works on regular and smooth-top ranges. Deluxe pressure dial gauge registers
the complete range of processing pressures. This precise measurement is
especially important at higher altitudes. Air vent/cover lock allows pressure
to build up only when the cover is closed properly and prevents the cover from
opening until pressure is safely reduced. 23-Quart liquid capacity (21.8
liters). The USDA recommends pressure canning as the only safe
method for low-acid foods such as vegetables, meats, and poultry. The Presto
23-quart pressure canner is more than adequate for any home canning needs.
It’s a professional-quality tool, made of heavy-duty aluminum, with stay-cool
handles and a strong-lock steel lid. An accompanying rack fits down into the
pot to keep jars up off the bottom, so that liquid can circulate underneath.
And it can do double duty as a large pressure cooker. It’s easy to cook
healthfully with pressure cookers, since the food retains so much more of its
nutrients and flavor. The sturdy lid locks down during canning or 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. The pressure dial gauge
gives an accurate reading so that pressure can be kept constant during
canning. This pressure canner is also a cooker that’s useful for weeknight
dinners or for any meal that needs to come together quickly. An accompanying
booklet contains more than 50 recipes, ranging from basic soup stocks to stews
and pot roasts–even sweets like English Plum Pudding or Brown Bread!
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 aluminum pressure cooker, though
occasional use of a fine metal polish will help the exterior keep its shine.
The lid of the Presto 23-quart pressure canner is not immersible. In addition,
the sealing ring should be removed after each use to allow cleaning of the
inside rim of the lid. The dial gauge is delicate; detailed care instructions
are found in the accompanying booklet. 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 14 inches in
diameter (17 inches including handles) and 15-1/2 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

Features:

• The only method recommended safe by the US Department of Agriculture for canning vegetables, meats, poultry, and seafood
• Doubles as a boiling-water canner for preserving fruits, jams, jellies, pickles, and salsa; Handy as a large capacity pressure cooker
• Constructed of warp-resistant heavy-gauge aluminum for fast, even heating; Works on regular and smooth-top ranges; Extended 12-year limited warranty
• Deluxe pressure dial gauge registers the complete range of processing pressures; This precise measurement is especially important at higher altitudes
• Extra-large size is great for big canning jobs; Includes canning/cooking rack and complete 76-page instruction and recipe book

Product Details:

• Brand: Presto
• Capacity: 21.8 Liters
• Material: Aluminum
• Color: Silver
• Finish Type: Stainless Steel
• Product Dimensions: 15.5"D x 17.5"W x 13.5"H
• Special Feature: Manual
• Wattage: 1000 watts
• Item Weight: 12 Pounds
• Control Method: Touch
• Brand: Presto
• Capacity: 21.8 Liters
• Material: Aluminum
• Color: Silver
• Finish Type: Stainless Steel
• Product Dimensions: 15.5"D x 17.5"W x 13.5"H
• Special Feature: Manual
• Wattage: 1000 watts
• Item Weight: 12 Pounds
• Control Method: Touch
• Controller Type: Hand Control
• Operation Mode: Manual
• Is Dishwasher Safe: No
• Voltage: 100 Volts (AC)
• Closure Type: Outer Lid
• Item Weight: 12 pounds
• Department: Unisex-Adult
• Manufacturer: Presto
• Country of Origin: China
• Item model number: 01781
• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
• Date First Available: October 2, 2001