Presto 01755 16-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Silver

The Presto 16-Quart pressure canner is the ideal tool for confident home pressure canning. It is the only safe method endorsed by the USDA for canning vegetables, meats, poultry, and seafood. Additionally, it can be used as a boiling water canner for fruits, jams, jellies, pickles, and salsa in half-pint and pint jars. The canner is compatible with gas, electric, and smooth-top ranges and features a deluxe pressure dial gauge that accurately registers processing pressures, particularly crucial in high altitude regions.

With a special air vent/cover lock that ensures pressure only builds when the cover is properly sealed, it provides a visual indication of the pressure inside. The canner can also serve as a large capacity pressure cooker for preparing meats, poultry, soups, and desserts. Constructed from durable heavy-gauge aluminum, it guarantees long life and even heating. The package includes a cooking/canning rack and an 80-page instruction/recipe book for guidance in canning and pressure cooking.

The USDA recommends pressure canning as the safest method for low-acid foods like vegetables, meats, and poultry. The Presto 16-Quart pressure canner exceeds the requirements for any home canning needs with its professional-quality heavy-duty aluminum construction. The stay-cool handles and strong-lock steel lid ensure safety during canning or cooking. The accompanying rack keeps jars elevated, allowing liquid to circulate underneath.

In addition, the canner doubles as a large pressure cooker, facilitating healthful cooking by retaining nutrients and flavors. The lid securely locks down with an inner sealing ring that maintains steam. Features such as a pressure indicator, steam-release mechanism, and overpressure plug ensure safety during operation. The pressure dial gauge offers an accurate reading, maintaining constant pressure throughout canning.

Cleaning the aluminum pressure canner with nonabrasive cleaners is recommended, while the sealing ring must be removed after every use for thorough cleaning. Detailed care instructions for the delicate dial gauge are provided in the instruction booklet. The pressure cooker measures approximately 14-4/5 by 14-4/5 by 12 inches and comes with a 12-year limited warranty. The package also includes a detailed instruction and recipe booklet with safety guidelines for using pressure cookers.

product information: