This heavy-duty pressure cooker's large capacity is probably best utilized for canning (though it would also be great for a number of cooking tasks). A pressure cooker is generally recommended when canning vegetables and nonacid fruit, since the high heat that can be generated will kill more bacteria than a regular hot water bath. Made from cast aluminum, with sturdy screws to seal the lid to the pot, this pressure cooker requires no rubber or plastic gaskets or rings. Its 21-1/2-quart capacity holds 19 pint jars or 7 quart jars. A three-setting pressure regulator valve is included, and the pressure gauge gives a clear reading. Made in Wisconsin, this is an American classic. --Julija Gelazis
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
American Manufactured Quality !:
Recently purchased the American Pressure Cooker/Canner, and have picked up all of my canning supplies, jars and lids. Just waiting now on Spring/Summer and the fresh vegetables I want to put up. Also interested in canning chilis and stews, so pressure canning was needed. This quality cookware is solid built and I like the fact that there are no rubber seals to wear out. That being said, there are a couple of simple rules to follow in order to make certain the lid removal is easy, after processing.... more info
Wow!!:
This pressure canner is amazing. It is VERY large, VERY sturdy, VERY heavy, and it seems to be a quality unit. I've canned in it several times with great results. Having both the dial gauge and the weighted gauge is terrific (especially because I'm at a high elevation). If you have a lot to can at once, this is your canner (I'd consider one size smaller if you can less at one time). If you've never used a pressure canner before, the first time can be a little scary! Just make sure you follow the directions.... more info
My brother-in-law loves us!:
We gifted this canner to my brother-in-law for his birthday. He has a garden & fruit trees & has already canned jellies! He just loved this gift.
Just read the instructions:
This is a great size for canning. My husband does the fish canning and he loves it because he could can 16 pints at one time and when you are doing 100 lbs of fish at a time it went fast.
Just be sure and put vaseline around the lid each time you use it we only did it the first time and it would stick each time if you did not put the lubricant on. Overall the price is a little high but it is a great way to can fast.
