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Pressure Canner

and Cooker

Visit us on the web at www.GoPresto.com

Instructions

and Recipes

2009 by National Presto Industries, Inc.

Summary of Contents for 01781

Page 1: ...Pressure Canner and Cooker Visit us on the web at www GoPresto com Instructions and Recipes 2009 by National Presto Industries Inc...

Page 2: ...For soup rice and dried vegetables which expand during cooking do not fill canner over 1 2 full Overfilling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure See food preparati...

Page 3: ...s meats and poultry The canner will also cook many foods in one third to one tenth the time required by conventional methods Pressure cooking preserves flavor and nutrients and tenderizes tougher cuts...

Page 4: ...e plug is located in the canner cover It will automatically pop out and release steam in case the vent pipe becomes blocked and or clogged and pressure cannot be released normally through the vent pip...

Page 5: ...rom the threaded end of the dial gauge Then turn the cover upside down and starting from the bottom insert the threaded end of the dial gauge up through the hole in the center of the cover until the m...

Page 6: ...new microorganisms from entering and spoiling the food As a safeguard against using canned foods which may be affected with spoilage that is not readily detected boil all low acid foods and tomatoes f...

Page 7: ...inch headspace for fruits Most vegetables and meats require 1 inch headspace due to expansion during processing Work out air bubbles with a clean nonmetallic spatula Wipe sealing edge clean with a da...

Page 8: ...ct pressure on the dial gauge If pressure drops below desired setting it will be necessary to bring pressure to the correct setting and begin processing countdown from the beginning for the full amoun...

Page 9: ...on cream of tartar Pour enough solution into the canner to cover the discoloration do not fill over 2 3 full then close cover securely Place regulator on vent pipe and heat until 15 pounds pressure is...

Page 10: ...and store in a dry place Storing the canner with the cover locked on may cause unpleasant odors and deform the sealing ring 9 To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance replace the overpre...

Page 11: ...roove with a brush Any maintenance required for this product other than normal household care and cleaning should be performed by the Presto Factory Service Department see page 77 Pressure CANNING FRU...

Page 12: ...ling water canning Process pints and quarts 20 minutes For processing above 1 000 feet altitude see page 20 for recommended time APPLESAUCE Wash peel and core apples If desired slice apples into ascor...

Page 13: ...hot Mason jars leaving inch headspace Cover with boiling syrup or water leaving inch headspace Adjust jar lids Pressure canning Process at 6 pounds pressure pints and quarts 10 minutes For processing...

Page 14: ...uarters to the boiling mixture Make sure the mixture boils constantly and vigorously while adding the remaining tomatoes Simmer 5 minutes after all pieces are added If juice separation is not a concer...

Page 15: ...jar if desired Follow step by step directions beginning on page 10 for canning procedure Process specific vegetables according to the following recipes When pressure canning at altitudes of 2 000 fee...

Page 16: ...7 for recommended pounds of pressure BEETS Trim tops of young tender beets leaving 1 inch of stem and roots to reduce bleeding of color Wash thoroughly Cover with boiling water and boil 15 to 25 minut...

Page 17: ...in clean hot Mason jars leaving 1 inch headspace Cover with boiling water leaving 1 inch headspace Adjust jar lids Process at 11 pounds pressure Pints 25 minutes and Quarts 40 minutes For processing...

Page 18: ...ts 55 and Quarts 90 minutes For processing above 2 000 feet altitude see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure PRESSURE CANNING MEAT Pressure canning is the only safe method for canning meat All...

Page 19: ...high quality pork fat to three or four parts venison before grinding Use freshly made sausage seasoned with salt and cayenne pepper sage may cause a bitter off flavor Add 1 teaspoon salt to each poun...

Page 20: ...m mended pounds of pressure PRESSURE CANNING FISH AND SEAFOOD Pressure canning is the only safe method for canning fish and seafood Only fresh fish should be canned and these should be bled and thor o...

Page 21: ...g oil or boiling water leaving 1 inch headspace Adjust jar lids Process at 11 pounds pressure Half pints and Pints 100 minutes For processing above 2 000 feet altitude see page 34 for recommended poun...

Page 22: ...r s directions 6 Turning jars upside down while jars are cooling and sealing Flat sour a type of food spoilage is caused by canning overripe food or allowing precooked foods to stand in jar too long b...

Page 23: ...for raw packed foods and to 180 F for hot packed foods 3 Remove overpressure plug and pressure regulator from canner cover and set aside 4 Use jar lifter to place filled jars with lids and bands fast...

Page 24: ...in a large saucepot Bring to a boil over high heat stirring frequently Add sugar stirring until dissolved Return to a rolling boil Boil hard 1 minute stirring constantly Remove from heat Skim foam if...

Page 25: ...gauge registers 15 pounds pressure Adjust heat to maintain 15 pounds pressure on the pressure dial gauge to prevent excess steam from escaping If the pressure regulator begins to rock before 15 pound...

Page 26: ...whenever you use the pressure canner 1 Never overfill the pressure canner The pressure regulator is designed to maintain cooking pressures at a safe level It relieves excess pressure through the vent...

Page 27: ...he contents of the canner will erupt and could cause bodily injury or property damage 6 Replace the overpressure plug if it is hard deformed cracked worn or pitted or when replacing the sealing ring R...

Page 28: ...consin 54703 3703 phone 1 800 368 2194 You may also contact us at our website www gopresto com Inquiries will be answered promptly by letter phone or email PRESSURE COOKING MEAT Savory tender meat is...

Page 29: ...n gravy if desired 15 18 servings BRAISED BEEF 6 slices salt pork 9 lbs boneless beef round or rump roast Salt and pepper Flour 4 cups water 1 cup diced turnips 1 cup diced carrots 3 onions chopped 1...

Page 30: ...s 4 onions cut into rings 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 2 cups catsup 2 cups water Heat canner add oil and brown pork chops on both sides Top each chop with a lemon slice Add onion salt and pepp...

Page 31: ...ly Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 45 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure Let pressure drop of its own accord 15 18 servings GOURMET VEAL STEAK 12 lbs veal round steak cut into serving pieces...

Page 32: ...pper 1 teaspoons paprika 4 cups water 4 garlic cloves minced 8 onions chopped 16 allspice corns 2 6 ounce cans tomato paste 12 potatoes Heat canner add oil and brown meat Season with salt pepper and p...

Page 33: ...n vent pipe and COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure Let pressure drop of its own accord 12 servings PORK HOCKS WITH SAUERKRAUT AND POTATOES 9 lbs pork hocks 3 cups water teaspoon pepper 2 quarts sau...

Page 34: ...ot water and wine Close cover securely Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure Let pressure drop of its own accord Remove chicken from canner thicken gravy If d...

Page 35: ...cord Remove duck and thicken gravy if desired 18 servings PRESSURE COOKING DrY BEANS AND PEAS The pressure canner is ideal for preparing dry beans and peas quickly However dry beans and peas have a te...

Page 36: ...excess drippings Add beans remaining ingredients and enough water to well cover beans Do not fill canner over full Close cover securely Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 35 MINUTES at 15...

Page 37: ...Place all ingredients in canner Close cover securely Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure Let pressure drop of its own accord Strain stock 12 15 servings NAV...

Page 38: ...own accord 12 servings CUSTARD 6 cups milk 6 eggs beaten 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoons vanilla 2 cups water Scald milk and cool slightly Combine eggs sugar and salt Add milk slowly stir rin...

Page 39: ...ricots cup chopped figs 1 cups white raisins cup shredded coconut 2 cups chopped walnuts cup flour 1 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 5 eggs 1 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoons baking powder cup pineap...

Page 40: ...If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto canner or need parts for your canner contact us by any of these methods Call 1 800 877 0441 weekdays 8 00 AM to 4 30 PM Central Time Em...

Page 41: ...ed We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this PRESTO appliance and ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed Failure to follow instructions damage caused by improper replacem...

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