Presto 01362 6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker

The Presto 6-Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker is the smart choice for healthy, flavorful meals, offering fast and easy cooking. This professional-quality appliance cooks 3 to 10 times faster than ordinary methods, even outpacing a microwave for many foods. Chicken, fish, meat, and vegetables are cooked to perfection quickly, and it even helps tenderize economical cuts of meat.

The pressure cooker works on regular and smooth-top ranges, including induction. Its heavy-duty stainless steel construction ensures durability, and the cover lock indicator shows when there is pressure inside, preventing the lid from being removed until the pressure is safely reduced.

The cooker includes a special rack for cooking multiple foods simultaneously without intermingling flavors. It is also dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning, with a liquid capacity of 6 quarts (5.7 liters). The pressure regulator maintains the proper cooking pressure automatically, and a detailed 64-page instruction and recipe booklet is included, covering everything from basic soup stocks to stews, pot roasts, and even desserts.

Pressure cookers have experienced a resurgence in popularity as cooks have rediscovered their efficiency and ability to retain nutrients and flavor. The Presto 6-quart model is a versatile addition to any well-equipped kitchen, suitable for both weeknight meals and more elaborate dishes that need to come together quickly.

The heavy-duty lid locks down during cooking, with an inner sealing ring that keeps the steam in. In addition to the pop-up pressure indicator and a simple steam release mechanism, there is an overpressure plug that will release steam if it builds up excessively, ensuring safety.

Tenderizing lean cuts of beef or pork, or cooking chicken, fish, or vegetables faster than a microwave without losing moisture, this pressure cooker is a valuable tool. Nonabrasive cleaners are recommended for maintaining the stainless steel exterior, and the sealing ring should be removed after each use to clean the inside rim of the lid.

The vent pipe is easy to keep clean with a small brush or pipe cleaner, and the air vent/cover lock and overpressure plug are both removable for thorough cleaning. The pressure cooker measures 9 inches in diameter (17 inches including handles) and 8-1/2 inches tall (including lid).

Presto backs this pressure cooker with an extended 12-year warranty, demonstrating their confidence in its quality and durability. With its efficient cooking, nutrient-preserving capabilities, and versatility, the Presto 6-quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker is a smart investment for any home cook.

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