Presto 8 Quart Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker cooks three to ten times faster than ordinary cooking methods. Saves time, energy and money - and preserves the natural nutrients as it prepares vegetables and meats to tender perfection. 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.

• 8 Quart Capacity
• Comes with canning recipe book
• Doubles as water bath canner
• Easy to read gauge
• Includes stainless steel steamer basket

How does a pressure cooker work? Pressure cookers look much like any other kitchen pot, except their lids are a bit more elaborate and completely seal the pot. When the liquid inside boils, it is trapped inside the pot. Having nowhere else to go, steam builds up pressure. This results in higher cooking temperatures and shorter cooking times. Presto stainless steel Pressure cookers and canners are the fastest way to cook delicious meals; beef roast, chicken, rice, dry beans, you name it. Pressure-cooked foods are moist, have a much better texture than microwave-cooked foods and cook ten times faster than a slow cooker.