Presto 01781 23-Quart Pressure Canner and Cooker

Ainda não usei.. Quando usar, deixo uma nota sobre o produto. Usei, e é perfeita! Um enlatador de pressão mais que completo ! Cozinha com perfeição, e faz o vácuo direitinho. Aprovei o resultado. Recomendo a compra. É uma cultura que deveria ser mais praticada aqui no Brasil, mais falada inclusive.

I grew up watching my mom pressure can, and never thought then that one day I too would enjoy this self sustaining hobby! I quickly became addicted! I researched pressure canners for a year before finally settling on this Presto Model. I actually purchased the 16 quart first, and then loved it so much, I purchased this 23 quart. I have a flat stove top, so also confirmed with the manufacturer of the range that i could safely use a pressure canner. The last thing i wanted was a cracked surface. It works like a charm! Several great points - My moms pressure canner (from the 'old days', and even today) rattles and shakes, and I never felt safe even being in the same room while it was on the stovetop. This one - honestly its so quiet, i have to force myself to remain in the kitchen because its possible to forget its even on the stove! Super quiet, no rattling, shaking. For my range, once I am at my required pressure of 10-15 pounds, I drop my burner temperature to 2.8 and that maintains the pressure for the required time. The only sound it makes, is if I overfill the canner with water, and some of the steam bleeds off, and leaks down to the burner. But this doesn't last long, a few minutes at most. This canner is also easy to clean. It is heavy, BUT i have also seen lighter canners, and I have questioned how sturdy they are. This one fits in my sink for washing. I canned ALOT the first year, and needed a new seal, and ordered them directly from Presto. Seals were reasonably priced as well. I add a tablespoon of white vinegar to the water each time i use it, as it will stain the inside over time. I have safely pressure canned meat, including beef, and chicken, as well as soups, veggies and fruit. It also doubles as a water bath canner too. Highly recommend! Comes with a great instructional book for introductory canning, which i use exclusively for all my recipes.

A mi mamá le gustó Ella tiene restaurante y necesitaba una nueva Se la regalé y le gustó mucho

I love canning, but in the past have used Maid of Honor and National-brand canners - sturdy ware produced in the USA. I'm having trouble finding the right seals for these (the Prestos that are supposed to work are an inch too long) and decided to buy a newbie. Even though I can regularly, I was still a little reluctant, because of reviews where the gauge flew off. What I really wanted was an All American, but it just wasn't financially feasible, so this was the happy compromise. Before use, I read through the instruction booklet twice before I used it, because this canner is a little different than the ones I'm used to. If you haven't used this type or brand, definitely read through it carefully and follow the prep instructions before you begin. Quality Obviously, this is a newer item and not nearly as heavy as the older canners, or as extra sturdy as the All American. However, it is heavy-duty enough to do its job for more than just a few pressure canning sessions. The lighter version is MUCH easier to carry around than the older versions. This model has plastic handles. My older canners have wood handles - which I LOVE. They are much sturdier than plastic; however, I'm a realist. This is 2010 and you won't be able to find a new model with wood handles. If you want something super heavy duty, then bypass the cheaper models and get an All American, because you won't be happy otherwise. If you are on a budget, this is definitely worth a look. Seal I LOVE the seal with this canner! It is super heavy duty - much thicker than other seals I've used. It is about half an inch wide and fits snugly in the cap. I'm assuming it's thicker because this canner is tall - holds up to 20 pints - and it needs a heavier seal. Whatever the reason, it is terrific. The thicker size makes it easier to fit into the lid. It is a nightmare to try to fit the thin seals in the thin areas on other canners. I hope this seal is heavy duty enough not to wear out quickly. I will keep you posted on that as I finish up my canning season. Regulator I didn't really care for how the pressure regulator just sat on top of the vent pipe. To me, that is just a little dangerous. However, after using, I can see that it works. It sits loosely on top - easy to pull off and on. However, if you turn it slightly, it somehow catches on the vent pipe. It's still loose, but slightly more secure. If you watch your pressure, you would have no problems with it coming off. What confused me is that the black knob turns - which is typical for canners that allow you to regulate pressure by releasing steam AND changing the amount of heat used. However, the book says nothing about being able to turn this knob to release steam - and the regulator sits too loosely on the top to be able to turn the knob. It would definitely help regulate the pressure to release steam slowly. I plan to contact Presto to ask them about this - and look through the book one more time to be sure I didn't miss something. Ease of Use Again, I read through the booklet carefully a few times before I used this canner. I use a gas range and found it tough to keep the pressure regulated, even when I turned the heat all the way down. I had to sit with it the whole time - but was prepared for that. When canning, you cannot do much else but watch the pressure gauge. It sealed up quickly and pressurized fast. I love the lines on the inside that show how much water you need. Makes it a no-brainer for those intense canning days. The lid is also easy to put on. I only use these for canning foods in jars. I never use them for pressure cooking food. However, there are instructions for that as well in the book. Please note: It says not to use on gas stoves above 12,000 BTUs. Also, do not use on glass top ranges Overall Thoughts For the price, the Presto canner is worth a look. So far, I'm pleased with the purchase and plan to keep you posted on how it works out. You just never know until you get a few years into it.

Perfect ... nice and big for sterilising 1 litre jars. The trivet is nice and stable. Works great on my electric stove top