Presto 01370 Instructions and Recipes

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Pressure Cooker

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Instructions and Recipes

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Table of ConTenTs

Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Getting Acquainted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

How to Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Helpful Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Questions and Answers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Soups and Stocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Poultry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Meats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Dry Beans and Peas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Grains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Desserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Recipe Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Service and Parts Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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This is a Listed appliance. The following Important Safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions. Improper use may result in bodily injury or property damage.

2. Always check the vent pipe before use. Hold cover up to light and look through vent pipe to be certain it is clear.

3. Always check the air vent/cover lock to be sure it moves freely before use.

4. Do not ﬁll pressure cooker over cooker over preparation instructions.

5. Do not pressure cook applesauce, cranberries, rhubarb, pearl barley, cereals, pastas, grains, dried soup mixes, or any dry beans and peas which are not listed on the chart on page 29. These foods tend to foam, froth, and sputter and may block the vent pipe and air vent/cover lock.

6. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Make certain pressure cooker is properly closed before operating; cover handles must be directly above the body handles. See “How To Use” instructions.

7. Do not place the pressure cooker or attempt to pressure cook in a heated oven.

8. Extreme caution must be used when moving a pressure cooker containing hot liquids. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

9. Do not open cooker until internal pressure has been completely reduced, air vent/cover lock has dropped, and no steam escapes when the pressure regulator is removed. See “How To Use” instructions.

10. Caution: To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance, replace the overpressure plug every time you replace the sealing ring or sooner if it becomes hard, deformed, cracked, worn or pitted. It is recommended that the sealing ring and overpressure plug be replaced at least every two years.

11. Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near children. It is not recommended that children use the pressure cooker.

12. When normal operating pressure is reached you will hear and/or see a steady ﬂow of steam releasing from the pressure regulator. Lower the heat as necessary to maintain a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam from the pressure regulator. If the heat is not lowered, excess steam will escape, liquid will be evaporated and food may scorch.

13. Caution: Do not use pressure cooker on an outdoor LP gas burner or gas range over 12,000 BTU’s.

14. Do not use this pressure cooker for other than intended use.

15. Do not use this pressure cooker for pressure frying with oil.

⁄2 full. Overﬁlling may cause a risk of clogging the vent pipe and developing excess pressure. See food

⁄3 full. For soup, rice, and dried vegetables which expand during cooking, do not ﬁll

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

InTroduCTIon

Welcome to the world of pressure cooking. With your new Presto Pressure Cooker, you’ll discover how fast and easy it is to prepare a wide variety of delicious foods— especially foods that emphasize good health and nutrition along with good taste.

The pressure cooker is perfect for the way we live and eat today. It’s ideal for preparing many of the lighter foods that help keep us healthy and ﬁt. It preserves ﬂavors and nutrients, tenderizes leaner cuts of meat, and, best of all, it cooks foods three to ten times faster than ordinary cooking methods. And, it’s even possible to cook several foods in the pressure cooker at the same time without the ﬂavors intermingling.

We have included some traditional family favorites that are especially well suited to the many advantages of pressure cooking. For your convenience, we have also provided nutritional information for all of the recipes in this book.

To help get started with your new pressure cooker, be sure to read the “GETTING ACQUAINTED” section beginning on the next page.

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GeTTInG aCquaInTed

Your pressure cooker is like a saucepan with a very special cover that locks in place. Air is automatically exhausted and steam is sealed inside creating pressure within the unit. Under pressure, internal temperatures in the cooker are raised above the normal boiling point of water, causing foods to cook faster. At 15 pounds pressure, a temperature of 250° F. (or 121° C.) is reached inside the pressure cooker. This higher temperature speeds cooking and the moist steam atmosphere tenderizes meats naturally.

It is important to become familiar with the various parts and features of the pressure cooker (Fig. A) and to read the “HOW TO USE” section beginning on page 4 before using the unit for the ﬁrst time.

Pressure Regulator/

Fig. A

Secondary Cover Handle

Cover

Air Vent / Cover Lock

Overpressure Plug

Steam Release Valve

Vent Pipe

Primary Cover Handle

Sealing Ring

Stainless Steel Body

Before the ﬁrst use, remove the sealing ring (Fig. B) by simply pulling it out of the inside rim of the cover.

Wash sealing ring, cover, body, trivet, and steamer basket (Fig. A) in hot, sudsy water to remove any packaging material and white manufacturing lubricant. Rinse all parts with warm water and dry. Then, replace the sealing ring, being careful to ﬁt it under the stop tabs and the lock pin (Fig. B) which are located on the inside rim of the cover.

Steamer Basket

Trivet

Stop Tab

Lock Pin

Sealing Ring in

Sealing Ring

Groove

Stop Tab

Fig. B

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How To use

To assure the very best results every time, carefully follow these step-by-step instructions for pressure cooking. You may ﬁnd it helpful to refer back to Fig. A on page 3.

1. Prepare ingredients according to the directions in the pressure cooking recipe you have selected. If a larger quantity is desired, you may double ingredients. Be sure not to overﬁll the pressure cooker (see page 5).

Pour liquid into the cooker body, as speciﬁed in the recipe or timetable. This liquid is usually water. However, some recipes

will call for other liquids, such as wine.

2. Place the trivet and steamer basket into the cooker, if called for in the recipe (see Helpful Hints on page 7 for guidance on when to use). If using the trivet, position it in the cooker so the loop ends are towards the bottom of the cooker (Fig. C).

3. IMPORTANT: Look through the vent pipe to make certain that it is clear before closing the cover (Fig. D). See safety information on page 5.

Place the cover over the body (Fig. E), aligning the  mark on the cover with the arrow

on either of the body handles. Move the cover handle slightly until the cover drops into position.

4. Close the cover securely by rotating it clockwise until the cover handles are directly above the body handles. The pressure cooker is completely closed when the cover handles are directly above the body handles (Fig. F). Do not try to rotate it beyond this point.

5. Place the pressure regulator on the vent pipe and rotate clockwise until the lever on the regulator is aligned with the pressure arrow (Fig. G). Note: It may be necessary to apply slight pressure when positioning the regulator on the vent pipe to

Vent Pipe

Air Vent/ Cover Lock

seat it properly.

Loop Ends

Position the trivet in the cooker so the loop ends are towards the bottom of the cooker.

Fig. D

Vent Pipe

Fig. C

6. Using a high heat setting, heat the pressure cooker. As pressure is building, a small amount of steam will be

“” Mark

released from the pressure regulator. You will know your cooker has reached 15 pounds pressure when you hear and/or see a steady ﬂow of steam releasing from the pressure regulator.

Fig. E

NOTE: The air vent/cover lock may move up and

down a few times when cooking ﬁrst begins as it automatically exhausts air from the pressure cooker. Steam will be noticeable. This is normal. When pressure begins to build, it slides up, locking the cover on. Once the cooker has sealed, the air vent/cover lock will remain in the up position until pressure is released (Fig. H).

7. Cooking time begins when you hear and/or see a steady ﬂow of steam releasing from the pressure regulator. Lower the heat as necessary to maintain a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam and cook for the length of time indicated in the recipe or cooking chart. If excess steam is allowed to escape, too much liquid will evaporate and food may scorch. Never leave your pressure cooker unattended at high heat settings. It could boil dry, overheat, and cause damage to the pressure cooker.

8. When cooking time is complete, turn off burner. If using an electric stove, remove pressure cooker from burner.

9. Reduce pressure according to the recipe or timetable instructions. If the instructions say “Let the pressure

Air Vent/Cover Lock in UP Position. Pressure in Unit.

drop of its own accord,” set the pressure cooker aside to cool until pressure is completely reduced. If the instructions state, “Cool cooker at once,” you can release pressure safely using either of the following quick cool methods:

A) Turn the pressure regulator/steam release valve

Pressure Regulator

Pressure Arrow

Air Vent/Cover Lock in DOWN Position. No Pressure in Unit.

Fig. F

Lever

Fig. G

Fig. H

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counter-clockwise until the lever on the regulator is aligned with the steam release arrow (Fig. I). Steam will be rapidly released.

Pressure Regulator/Steam

Release Valve

Caution: Misuse of the cooker (such as overﬁlling, failing to follow procedures for

soaking dry beans and peas, failure to use a covered bowl when preparing rice, or quick cooling when the recipe calls for letting the pressure drop of its own accord) can result in liquid and/or food particles being simultaneously released with the steam.

If this occurs, turn the pressure regulator/steam release valve clockwise until the lever

on the regulator is aligned with the pressure arrow. Steam, liquid, and food will no longer be released. Finish reducing pressure quickly by cooling the pressure cooker under a running water faucet or pour cold water over it until pressure is completely reduced. Pressure is completely reduced when the air vent/cover lock has dropped.

Lever

Quick Steam

Release Position

Fig. I

After removing cover, look through the vent pipe to make sure it is clear. If it is blocked

or partially blocked, clean it with a small brush or pipe cleaner (see page 6).

B) Cool the pressure cooker under a running water faucet or pour cold water over it until pressure is completely reduced. Pres-

sure is completely reduced when the air vent/cover lock has dropped. Note: Do not set hot cooker in a molded sink as it

could damage the sink.

If the air vent/cover lock remains in its raised position, there is still pressure inside the pressure cooker. Continue to cool

until the air vent/cover lock drops.

10. After pressure has been completely reduced, remove the cover. To open the cover, turn it counterclockwise until the  on

the cover aligns with the arrow on either of the body handles. Then, lift the cover toward you to keep any steam away from you. If the cover turns hard, there still may be some pressure in the unit. Do not force the cover off. Continue to cool the pressure cooker until the air vent/cover lock has dropped and the cover turns easily.

11. If you have used the steamer basket, use potholders to grab the two handles on the sides of the steamer basket and carefully lift the basket out of the cooker. Food is ready to serve.

12. Your pressure cooker is now ready to clean. Remove pressure regulator and sealing ring and clean as described in the Care and Maintenance section found on pages 6 and 7.

ImporTanT safeTy InformaTIon

Cooking under pressure enables you to prepare food both quickly and deliciously. If used properly, your pressure cooker is one of the safest appliances in your kitchen. To ensure safe operation, make sure you always observe the following simple rules whenever you use the pressure cooker:

1. Never overﬁll the pressure cooker. — The pressure regulator is designed to maintain cooking pressures at a safe level. It

relieves excess pressure through the vent pipe as a very, slow steady ﬂow of steam escapes. Many foods tend to expand when cooked. If the cooker is overﬁlled, expansion of food may cause the vent pipe to become blocked or clogged. If the vent pipe becomes blocked, it cannot relieve excess pressure.

There are a few foods such as rice, grains, dry beans and peas, and soups which expand

so much or foam and froth while cooking that the cooker should never be ﬁlled above

the

⁄2

ﬁll line. For other foods, never ﬁll the cooker above the 2⁄3

For your convenience, both the

⁄3

and 1⁄2

full levels are marked by indentations on the

ﬁll line.

side of the pressure cooker body (see Fig. J). The upper marking indicates the level and the lower the

⁄2

full level. In addition, in each section of the recipes you will

ﬁnd instructions on the maximum ﬁll level for each type of food.

⁄3

full

⁄3 Fill Line

⁄2 Fill Line

Reminder: When cooking any food, do not let any portion extend above the

maximum ﬁll mark. When cooking rice, grains, dry beans and peas, and soups, the cooker should never be more than

full.

2. Always add cooking liquid. — If an empty pressure cooker is left on a hot burner or

if a cooker boils dry and is left on a heated burner, the cooker will overheat excessively causing possible discoloration and/or damage to the cooker.

Fig. J

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3. Always look through the vent pipe before using the cooker to make sure it is clear. — If the vent pipe is blocked, it cannot

function as it should and thus cannot relieve excess pressure. Pressure may then build to unsafe levels. To clean the vent pipe, see the “Care and Maintenance” section below.

4. Always fully close the pressure cooker. — The cooker is fully closed when the cover handles are directly above the body

handles. Your pressure cooker has specially designed lugs on the cover and body which lock the cover in place when the cooker is fully closed. However, if the cooker is not fully closed, the lugs cannot lock the cover onto the body. It’s possible that pressure could build inside the cooker and cause the cover to come off and result in bodily injury or property damage. Always be sure the cover handles are directly above the body handles (see page 4, Fig. F). Do not turn past handle alignment.

5. Never open the cooker when it contains pressure. — The air vent/cover lock provides a visual indication of pressure inside

the cooker. When it is up, there is pressure. When it is down, there is no pressure in the cooker and it can be opened. If the pressure cooker is opened before all of the pressure is released, the contents of the cooker will erupt and could cause bodily injury or property damage.

6. Replace the overpressure plug if it is hard, deformed, cracked, worn or pitted. — The overpressure plug is a secondary

pressure relief valve which is designed to relieve excess pressure by releasing from the cooker cover in the event that the vent pipe becomes blocked. The overpressure plug is made of rubber, and when new, is soft and pliable. Over time, depending on the frequency and type of use, rubber becomes hard and inﬂexible. When hard and inﬂexible, the overpressure plug loses its ability to act as a secondary pressure relief valve. It should be replaced immediately.

Should the overpressure plug ever be forced out of the cover due to excess pressure while cooking, it is important to call the

Test Kitchen at 1-800-368-2194. Do not attempt to use the released overpressure plug.

7. Always follow special procedures found in the instruction book when pressure cooking rice, grains, and dry beans and peas. — During cooking, dry beans and peas tend to froth and foam which could cause the vent pipe to become blocked. Therefore, dry beans and peas need to be soaked and cooked according to instructions beginning on page 29. Using this method will keep foam at safe levels during cooking. Like dry beans and peas, rice and grains tend to froth and foam during cooking; therefore, to contain foaming and frothing during the cooking period, rice and grains must be prepared in a bowl in the pressure cooker according to directions on page 31.

8. Never pressure cook applesauce, cranberries, rhubarb, cereals, pastas, dried soup mixes, or dry beans and peas which are not listed in the chart on page 29. — These foods expand so much as a result of foaming and frothing that they should never be cooked under pressure.

Care and maInTenanCe

1. All parts of your pressure cooker, including the sealing ring and pressure regulator, are fully immersible for easy cleaning.

When washing the unit, however, the sealing ring should always be removed to allow easy cleaning of the inside rim of the cover. The sealing ring should be washed with hot, sudsy water after each use.

2. To be sure the vent pipe is clear, hold the cover up to the light and look through

the vent pipe. Clean it with a small brush or pipe cleaner if it is blocked or partially blocked (Fig. K). Also clean the vent pipe nut as shown.

3. Occasionally remove the air vent/cover lock in the pressure cooker cover handle

for cleaning. To remove the air vent/cover lock, place your ﬁnger over the hole in the cover handle and remove the rubber gasket from the air vent/cover lock on the underside of the cover (Fig. L). Push the air vent/cover lock through the top of the cover and wash it and the gasket in hot sudsy water. The metal shaft of the air vent/cover lock may be cleaned with a nylon mesh pad. Clean the hole in the cover handle with a small brush. After cleaning, reinsert the metal shaft of the air vent/cover lock from the top side of the cover down through the cover handle hole (Fig. M). Place a ﬁnger over the handle hole (to keep the cover lock from falling out) and turn the cover over. Wet the rubber gasket and push onto the end of the metal

Rubber Gasket

shaft until it snaps into the groove on the shaft. The gasket should ﬁt loosely in the groove.

Fig. L

Fig. K

Fig. M

Cover Handle Hole

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4. The overpressure plug can also be removed for cleaning by pushing it out of its

opening from the top of the cover handle. After cleaning, reinsert it by pushing

Top

Fig. N

the domed side of the plug into the opening from the underside of the cover, until the bottom edge is fully and evenly seated against the underside of the cover (Fig. N). When the overpressure plug is properly installed, the word (TOP) will be visible on the overpressure plug when viewing the outside of the cover.

5. To bring out its luster, the outside surface of your pressure cooker can be cleaned

occasionally with a silver polish or any other ﬁne, non-abrasive polish. If food residue adheres to the pressure cooker body, clean with a vegetable brush, a nylon

Overpressure Plug

pad, or a non-abrasive powder cleanser, such as Bon ami* polishing cleanser or Cameo* copper, brass & porcelain cleaner. Do not use steel wool or cleaners with chlorine bleach.

Take care not to overheat your stainless steel pressure cooker. Very high heat can sometimes cause vari-colored stains, called

heat tints, in stainless steel. Heat tints can usually be removed by using a non-abrasive powder cleanser.

6. When not in use, store your pressure cooker in a dry place with the cover inverted on the body. If the cover is locked on,

unpleasant odors may form inside the unit and the sealing ring could be damaged.

7. As is the case of all cookware, avoid chopping or cutting food inside the cooker with a knife or other sharp utensil.

8. If the body or cover handles become loose, tighten them with a screwdriver.

9. The sealing ring, overpressure plug, and rubber gasket of the air vent/cover lock may shrink, become hard, deformed, cracked,

worn, or pitted with normal use. Exposure to high heat, such as a warm burner or oven top, will cause these parts to deteriorate rapidly. When this happens, replace the sealing ring, overpressure plug, and small rubber gasket of the air vent/cover lock. Replace the sealing ring and overpressure plug at least every two years.

Leakage between the cover and body is usually caused by shrinkage of the sealing ring after prolonged use. Replace the seal-

ing ring. Whenever you replace the sealing ring, replace the overpressure plug also.

10. The formation of a small amount of moisture under the pressure regulator is normal when cooking ﬁrst begins. It is the result

of the temperature of the regulator being lower than the rest of the unit.

A small amount of steam or moisture may also be visible around the overpressure plug and air vent/cover lock as cooking

begins. It should stop when pressure begins to build and the overpressure plug and air vent/cover lock seal. If leakage continues, clean or replace the overpressure plug and/or air vent/cover lock assembly. The pressure cooker will not seal if the gasket for the air vent/cover lock is cracked.

Do not operate your pressure cooker with continual leakage. If the preceding steps do not correct the problem, return the

entire unit to the Presto Factory Service Department (see page 38).

11. If the pressure cooker becomes difﬁcult to open or close, the sealing ring should be replaced. If for any reason the pressure

cooker cannot be opened, contact the Consumer Service Department in Eau Claire, WI at 1-800-877-0441.

Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto

Factory Service Department (see page 38).

Helpful HInTs

 Your favorite recipes may be adjusted for cooking in the pressure cooker by following the general directions in this book for

the particular type of food being cooked. Decrease the cooking time for your recipe by than ordinary cooking methods. For example, if your ordinary cooking method requires 45 minutes, in the pressure cooker the cooking time will be 15 minutes. Because there is very little evaporation, the amount of liquid used should be decreased. Use about 1 cup more liquid than you’ll desire in your ﬁnished dish. But, remember, there must always be water or some other liquid in the pressure cooker to produce the necessary steam.

⁄3 since pressure cooking is much faster

 Use the trivet and steamer basket when it is desirable to cook foods out of the cooking liquid. When foods are pressure cooked

out of the liquid, ﬂavors will not intermingle. Therefore, it is possible to cook several foods at once, as long as they have similar cooking times. If it is desirable to blend ﬂavors, do not use the trivet and steamer basket.

*Bon ami polishing cleanser is a registered trademark of Faultless Starch/Bon Ami Co. Cameo copper, brass & porcelain cleaner is a registered trademark of Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

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 Many different cooking liquids can be used in a pressure cooker. Wine, beer, bouillon, fruit juices, and of course water all make

excellent cooking liquids in the pressure cooker.

 Beautiful desserts and side dishes can be prepared in the pressure cooker using individual or small metal molds or glass custard

cups, which are ovenproof. Fill molds the steamer basket. Do not ﬁll the pressure cooker over

⁄3 full to allow for expansion of food, and ﬁt them loosely into the pressure cooker in

⁄3 full.

 If a recipe says to cook 0 minutes, release pressure immediately after pressure cooker reaches cooking pressure.

 Release pressure quickly after cooking delicate foods such as custards and fresh vegetables. For other foods, like meats, soups,

and grains, let the pressure drop of its own accord.

 When pressure cooking at high altitudes, the cooking time needs to be increased 5% for every 1000 feet above the ﬁrst 2000

feet. Following this rule, the times should be increased as follows:

3000 ft. . . . . . . . 5% 5000 ft. . . . . . . . . . . 15% 7000 ft. . . . . . . . . . . 25%

4000 ft. . . . . . . . 10% 6000 ft. . . . . . . . . . . 20% 8000 ft. . . . . . . . . . . 30%

Because pressure cooking times are increased at altitudes above 2000 feet, an additional

⁄2 cup cooking liquid will be

needed.

 If you have any questions on recipes, time charts, or the operation of your pressure cooker, call or write: Test Kitchen, National

Presto Industries, Inc., 3925 North Hastings Way, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703-3703, phone 1-800-368-2194. You may also contact us at our website www.GoPresto.com. When writing, please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached during weekdays, if possible. Written inquiries will be answered promptly by letter or telephone.

quesTIons and answers

Occasionally the cover is hard to open or close. What causes this? What should I do?

In order for pressure to build inside your pressure cooker, the unit has a special cover which provides an airtight ﬁt. Because of this, you may ﬁnd that on occasion the cover may be difﬁcult to open or close. The following suggestions will help if this happens:

If the cover seems hard to close, be sure you have aligned the  mark on the cover with the arrow on either of the body handles. Move the cover until it drops into position. Then, press down ﬁrmly on the cover handles and rotate the cover clockwise until the cover handles are directly above the body handles.

If, after browning meat or poultry, the cover is difﬁcult to close, it may be due to expansion of the pressure cooker body from heating. Remove the cover and allow the pressure cooker body to cool slightly and try again. Do not place the pressure cooker back on the burner until it is fully closed.

If necessary, to help make the cover easier to open and close, a very light coating of cooking oil may be applied to the underside of the lugs on the pressure cooker body (Fig. O) and/or on the sealing ring. Use a pastry brush, a piece of cloth, or your

Apply Cooking

Oil Here

ﬁngertips and be sure to wipe off any excess oil.

Fig. P

What can be done if the food prepared in the pressure cooker has more liquid than desired?

Simmer to evaporate the excess liquid. Next time you prepare the same recipe, you may want to use a tablespoon or two less liquid.

How does one prevent overcooking?

Remember to begin timing as soon as you hear and/or see a steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Reduce heat



to maintain a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam. It is very important to accurately time the cooking period. A Presto

kitchen timer

is very helpful for this purpose. Also be sure to follow the recipe instructions for cooling the pressure cooker.

What if the food is not completely done after the recommended cooking time?

Simply bring the cooker back up to pressure and cook the food a minute or two longer.

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How do I know my pressure cooker is operating properly?

When a steady ﬂow of steam escapes from the pressure regulator, you will know your cooker is functioning correctly.

When cooking ﬁrst begins, is it normal for steam to escape and moisture to form on the cover and between the handles?

It is normal for steam to escape and a slight amount of moisture leakage to form on the cover and between the handles when cooking ﬁrst begins. If leakage continues, the cover handles may not be fully aligned with the body handles and, therefore, the cover lock cannot engage.

Is it normal for the air vent/cover lock to rise up partially and drop back down when cooking ﬁrst begins?

It is possible that the air vent/cover lock will move up and down slightly when cooking ﬁrst begins. Do not be concerned. The air vent/cover lock will remain in the up position once the cooker has sealed. However, if the air vent/cover lock continues to move up and down or rises partially, tap it lightly with the tip of a knife. If it does not rise once you have tapped it, the following may be occurring:

1. The burner is not hot enough.

2. The cooker is not fully closed (see page 4).

3. There is insufﬁcient liquid to form steam.

4. The gasket for the air vent/cover lock needs to be replaced (see page 7).

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soups and sToCks

The pressure cooker is perfect for preparing delicious, nourishing soups and stocks in minutes instead of the hours taken by ordinary methods.

Stocks form the base for most great soups and sauces and you can even substitute a stock for water in many recipes to add extra ﬂavor. Traditionally, stocks are made by simmering bones and scraps for hours to extract all their ﬂavor. With the pressure cooker, you can do the same thing in just minutes by following the simple directions on the following pages.

We’ve also included a few favorite soup recipes and, if you have a favorite recipe of your own, try it in the pressure cooker using one of the recipes in this book as your guide. If adding dried vegetables, they must ﬁrst be soaked according to directions on page

29. Do not pressure cook soups containing barley, rice, pasta, grains, dry beans and peas which are not listed in the chart

on page 29, and dried soup mixes because they have a tendency to foam, froth, and sputter and could clog the vent pipe.

Cooked barley, rice, grains, pasta, dry beans and peas which are not listed in the chart on page 29, and dried soup mixes should be added to the soup after pressure cooking.

FOR SOUPS AND STOCKS,

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄2 FULL!

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

CHICKEN SOUP

⁄2 pounds chicken, cut into

serving pieces

⁄2 cup chopped onion

⁄4 cup chopped celery

4 cups water 1 teaspoon salt

⁄2 cup sliced carrots

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

Place all ingredients in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 12 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove pieces of chicken from cooker and let cool. Remove meat from bones

and return meat to cooker. Heat through.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 160 Calories, 8 g Fat, 54 mg Cholesterol

Delicious Soups From Chicken Soup...

CHICKEN SOUP STOCK — Strain Chicken Soup to make stock.

CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP — Bring soup to a boil. Add ﬁne noodles and simmer, uncovered, 10

to 15 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.

4 servings

CHICKEN DUMPLING SOUP — Mix together 1 beaten egg,

⁄8 cups ﬂour. Drop mixture from teaspoon into bubbling Chicken

⁄2 cup milk, and 1⁄2 teaspoon salt. Stir in

Soup in cooker. Simmer dumplings uncovered 6 minutes.

4 servings

CHICKEN RICE SOUP — Add 1 cup cooked rice to Chicken Soup. Heat through. Salt and pepper

to taste.

4 servings

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BROWN BEEF SOUP

⁄2 pounds lean beef, cut into

⁄4 cup chopped celery 1 inch cubes 1 bay leaf 4 cups water 1 teaspoon parsley ﬂakes

⁄2 cup chopped onion 1 teaspoon salt

⁄2 cup sliced carrots

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 295 Calories, 15 g Fat, 110 mg Cholesterol

Delicious Soups From Brown Beef Soup...

BROWN BEEF SOUP STOCK — Strain Brown Beef Soup to make stock.

ONION SOUP — Pour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil into cooker and sauté 1

⁄2 cups thinly sliced onions.

Stir onions into 6 cups Brown Beef Soup Stock in cooker. Season with pepper. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 2 min-

utes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Ladle into soup bowls. Top with Parmesan

cheese. If desired, garnish with croutons or toasted French bread.

6 servings

⁄4 teaspoon

BEEF TOMATO SOUP — Add 2 cups tomato juice and 1 cup cooked rice to Brown Beef Soup.

Heat through.

8 servings

BLACK BEAN SOUP

2 cups dried black beans 4 cups chicken stock or broth

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 2 cups sliced carrots,

⁄4-inch thick 1 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar

 1-2 jalapeñochiles,seeded,  •••••••

deveined, minced 1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon chili powder chopped

⁄2 teaspoons oregano Salt to taste

⁄2 teaspoon allspice

Soak beans according to instructions on page 29. Pour oil in pressure cooker. Sauté onion, garlic, chiles, chili powder, oregano, and allspice for 2 minutes. Stir in beans, chicken stock, carrots, brown sugar, and vinegar. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 12 minutes

with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove 1 cup of bean mixture, place in blender and purée until smooth. Return to

pressure cooker and stir in fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 231 Calories, 3 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

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SAFFRON FISH STEW

1 can (141⁄2 ounces) chicken broth Pinch of saffron threads

⁄4 cup dry white wine or 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric

 4 newredpotatoes,quartered  •••••••

3 carrots, cut into

⁄2-inch chunks 1 pound ﬁrm ﬁsh (halibut, haddock, 1 medium onion, ﬁnely chopped cod, pollack) fresh or thawed, 2 cloves garlic, minced cut into 8 pieces

⁄4 cup chopped parsley 1 small red pepper, cut into chunks

1 bay leaf 1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Place broth, wine, potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, parsley, bay leaf, and saffron in pressure cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 2 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Add ﬁsh, pepper, and peas. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 1 minute with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 174 Calories, 1 g Fat, 40 mg Cholesterol

MINESTRONE

1 pounds lean beef, cut into 1

⁄2 teaspoons basil 1-inch cubes 1 teaspoon salt 5 cups water 1 bay leaf

1 can (14-15 ounces) diced

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

   tomatoes  •••••••

⁄2 cup chopped onion 1 can (16 ounces) Great

1 cup sliced carrots Northern beans

⁄4 cup chopped celery 1 can (15 ounces) cut green 1 clove garlic, minced beans, drained 2 tablespoons parsley ﬂakes 2 ounces ﬁne noodles

Place beef, water, tomatoes, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, parsley, basil, salt, bay leaf, and pepper in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with a very

slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Add Great Northern beans, green beans, and noodles. Simmer uncovered 10 minutes. Garnish

with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 10 servings 234 Calories, 6 g Fat, 44 mg Cholesterol

POTATO SOUP

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

⁄4 teaspoon basil

 1 cupnelychoppedonions  •••••••

⁄2 cup ﬁnely sliced celery 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated 3 cups chicken broth skim milk 4 cups peeled, diced potatoes Salt to taste

⁄4 teaspoon white pepper

Heat oil in pressure cooker over medium heat. Sauté onion and celery until soft. Add broth, potatoes, pepper, and basil to pressure cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and

cook 5 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove 2 cups of potato mixture; place in blender or food processor

and process until smooth. Return to pressure cooker and stir in evaporated milk.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 160 Calories, 2 g Fat, 2 mg Cholesterol

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ZESTY HOMEMADE CHILI

⁄2 pounds ground beef 1 tablespoon salt 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1 teaspoon ground cumin

⁄2 cup water 1 cup chopped onion

⁄4 cup chopped green pepper

⁄2 teaspoon black pepper

⁄2 teaspoon oregano

⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

 2 clovesgarlic,nelychopped   •••••••

1 tablespoon chili powder 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans,

⁄2 teaspoon black pepper drained and rinsed

Turn heat selector to medium and brown meat. Add remaining ingredients except kidney beans. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Stir in kidney beans and heat through.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 432 Calories, 17 g Fat, 111 mg Cholesterol

seafood

Seafood is the basis of some of the healthiest and most nutritious meals you can make. It is an excellent source of protein, a good source of minerals, and some vitamins, and it’s low in fat and sodium.

Steaming in the pressure cooker brings out the ﬁnest, fullest ﬂavors of seafood. The cooking time required is directly related to the thickness of the seafood. To be safe, if the ﬁsh you are cooking seems thin for its weight or if it weighs less than the recipe speciﬁes, reduce the cooking time. Overcooking tends to toughen seafood.

FOR FISH AND SEAFOOD,

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄3 FULL!

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

SALMON STEAKS MOUTARDE

4 small salmon steaks, 1-inch 1 clove garlic, minced thick 1 cup dry white wine or chicken 4 tablespoons Dijon-style broth mustard 1 bay leaf

 3-4 sprigsfreshthymeor  •••••••

⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme 2 tablespoons Dijon-style 1 tablespoon olive or mustard vegetable oil 1 tablespoon constarch 1 small onion, chopped

Spread each steak with 1 tablespoon mustard. Press 1 thyme sprig into mustard on each steak or sprinkle with dried thyme. Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and sauté onion and garlic until tender. Stir in wine and bay leaf. Position trivet in cooker. Place steaks in steamer basket on trivet. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 2 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Carefully remove steaks and rack. Keep steaks warm. Discard bay leaf. Mix 2 tablespoons mustard with cornstarch. Stir into liquid in pressure cooker. Heat until sauce boils and thickens, stirring constantly. Serve sauce with salmon steaks.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 218 Calories, 9 g Fat, 20 mg Cholesterol

VARIATION: Substitute halibut for salmon steaks.

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“SCAMPI-STYLE” SHRIMP

1 pound medium raw shrimp,

⁄4 teaspoon salt

peeled and deveined 1 cup water

 3 tablespoonsmargarine  •••••••

2 tablespoons minced green onion 2 tablespoons minced parsley

6 cloves garlic, minced

⁄4 teaspoon grated lemon peel

2 teaspoons lemon juice

Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Place margarine in cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and melt margarine. Sauté onion and garlic. Stir in lemon juice and salt. Cook until bubbly. Pour into metal bowl which will ﬁt loosely in cooker. Stir in shrimp. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regula- tor. Cool cooker at once. Stir in parsley and lemon peel.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 205 Calories, 11 g Fat, 173 mg Cholesterol

SHRIMP JAMBALAYA

1 cup long grain white rice 2 cloves garlic, minced

⁄2 cups water 1 bay leaf

1 cups water 1 teaspoon basil

  •••••••

1 can (14-15 ounces) stewed tomatoes

⁄2 cup chicken broth

⁄2 pound precooked ham, diced

⁄2 cupchoppedonion  •••••••

⁄2 cup chopped celery 1 pound precooked shrimp,

⁄2 cup chopped green pepper peeled and deveined

⁄2 teaspoon thyme

⁄2 teaspoon chili powder

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

⁄4 teaspoon salt

⁄4 teaspoon hot sauce

Combine rice and 11⁄2 cups water in a metal bowl which will ﬁt loosely in cooker. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour 1 cup water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Open cooker and set rice aside to steam. Remove steamer basket and water.

Add remaining ingredients, except shrimp, to cooker; stir well. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Stir in shrimp; cook uncovered over medium heat until shrimp is heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 252 Calories, 3 g Fat, 157 mg Cholesterol

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LEMON ’N DILL COD AND BROCCOLI

1 pound frozen cod ﬁllets, Salt 1-inch thick 1 cup water Dill weed 2 cups broccoli, cut into bite Lemon pepper size pieces

Cut ﬁsh into 4 pieces. Sprinkle with dill weed, lemon pepper, and salt. Pour 1 cup water into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Arrange ﬁsh and broccoli in steamer basket on trivet. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 2 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 103 Calories, 1 g Fat, 49 mg Cholesterol

SEAFOOD GUMBO

1 cup long grain white rice 2 cloves garlic, minced

⁄2 cups water 2 bay leaves

1 cup water 2 tablespoons parsley

  ••••••• 1 teaspoonbasil

⁄2 cups chicken broth 1 pound medium, fresh shrimp peeled and deveined

⁄2 teaspoon thyme

⁄4 teaspoon ground red pepper

⁄4 teaspoon salt

 1 poundsolellets,cutinto  •••••••

2-inch pieces

⁄4 cup cold water 1 can (14-15 ounces) diced 2 tablespoons cornstarch tomatoes 1 package (10 ounces) frozen 1 cup chopped onion sliced okra, thawed

⁄4 cup chopped green pepper

Add broth, shrimp, sole, tomatoes, onion, green pepper, garlic, bay leaves, parsley, basil, thyme, red pepper, and salt to cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 1 minute with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Combine water and cornstarch. Stir into hot mixture. Heat until sauce thickens, stirring constantly. Stir in okra. Heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 9 servings 224 Calories, 2 g Fat, 101 mg Cholesterol

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MARINATED TUNA

1 pound tuna steak, 1 inch thick 2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon soy sauce

⁄4 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon ginger

⁄2 teaspoon black pepper

⁄2 cup water

Place tuna steaks in a shallow glass dish. Combine remaining ingredients except water; pour over tuna. Marinate for 30 minutes, turning ﬁsh once. Remove tuna from marinade and place tuna in steamer basket. Position trivet in cooker. Pour marinade and water into cooker. Place tuna steaks in steamer basket on trivet. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 2 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 170 Calories, 6 g Fat, 52 mg Cholesterol

SEAFOOD TIMETABLE

Pour 1 cup water into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place seafood in steamer basket on trivet. Do not ﬁll cooker over 2⁄3 full. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook according to chart with a very slow,

steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

SEAFOOD (Fresh or thawed) COOKING TIME

Crab Legs 0 to 1 minute

Fish Fillets

(1-inch thick) 2 minutes

Salmon Fillets

(1-inch thick) 2 minutes

Scallops

Large 1 minute

Shrimp

Medium to Large (36 to 40 count) 0 to 1 minute Large (21 to 25 count) 1 minute

Tuna Fillets

(1-inch thick) 2 minutes

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poulTry

A host of great, light meals can evolve from chicken and other poultry when prepared in the pressure cooker. Be it a tender ﬁllet with a delightful, light sauce or a savory casserole with a host of nutritious vegetables, you’ll ﬁnd the pressure cooker is perfect for preparing your favorites in a hurry.

Try the following recipes and enjoy tasty poultry in a variety of ways or prepare your own favorite poultry dishes. It’s not necessary to brown poultry before pressure cooking, but you may do so if you like. Searing tends to seal in the natural juices, while cooking without browning lets the ﬂavor of the various ingredients intermingle for some spectacular taste combinations. For crispier chicken, you may want to put the chicken under the broiler for a few minutes after pressure cooking.

FOR POULTRY, DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

NO PORTION OF THE POULTRY SHOULD EXTEND ABOVE

⁄3 FULL MARK (SEE PAGE 5).

THE

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

CHICKEN BREASTS TARRAGON

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

⁄4 cup sliced carrot 4 boneless, skinless chicken 1 teaspoon tarragon breast halves 1 teaspoon salt

⁄2 cup white wine

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

  Worcestershiresauce  •••••••

⁄2 cup white wine

⁄4 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon cornstarch

⁄4 cup sliced celery

⁄4 cup water

⁄3 FULL!

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and brown chicken. Add remaining ingredients except cornstarch and water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 4

minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Remove chicken and keep warm. Combine water and cornstarch. Stir into sauce. Heat until

sauce thickens, stirring constantly.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 219 Calories, 5 g Fat, 69 mg Cholesterol

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 6 boneless, skinless chicken

⁄2 cup chicken broth

⁄4 cup chopped parsley

   breasthalves  •••••••

1 teaspoon rosemary

⁄2 lemon, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced Salt and pepper to taste

⁄2 cup white wine

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and brown chicken. Season chicken with rosemary. Place chicken in cooker. Cover chicken with garlic. Combine wine, broth, and parsley; pour over chicken. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 4 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Garnish chicken with lemon slices.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 191 Calories, 6 g Fat, 69 mg Cholesterol

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CHUTNEY CHICKEN

6 boneless, skinless chicken

⁄3 cup mango chutney breast halves 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 can (14-15 ounces) diced 1 tablespoon brown sugar tomatoes 1 teaspoon allspice

 1 can(4ounces)choppedgreen  •••••••

chillies

⁄2 cup raisins 1 tablespoon cornstarch

⁄4 cup water

Place all ingredients except cornstarch and water in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 4 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove chicken and keep warm. Combine water and cornstarch. Stir into sauce. Heat until sauce thickens, stirring constantly.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 258 Calories, 3 g Fat, 73 mg Cholesterol

SOY CHICKEN

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

⁄2 cup water

⁄2 cup low sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons brown sugar

⁄2 cup sliced mushrooms

⁄2 onion, sliced

⁄2 cup sliced celery

Place all ingredients in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 4 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 169 Calories, 2 g Fat, 69 mg Cholesterol

SWEET ’N SOUR CHICKEN WINGS

18 chicken wings

⁄4 cup brown sugar 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple 2 tablespoons soy sauce chunks, undrained 1 tablespoon catsup

1 red pepper, cut into

⁄2 teaspoon Worcestershire 1-inch pieces sauce

1 medium onion, cut into

⁄4 teaspoon ground ginger

   1-inchpieces  •••••••

⁄2 cup sliced celery 2 tablespoons cold water

⁄3 cup vinegar 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Place chicken wings, pineapple chunks and juice, pepper, onion, and celery in cooker. Mix vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, catsup, Worcestershire sauce, and ginger in small bowl; pour into cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Remove chicken, pineapple, and vegetables to a warm platter. Mix cold water and cornstarch. Stir into hot liquid. Heat until sauce thickens, stirring constantly. Pour sauce over chicken, pineapple, and vegetables. Serve with steamed rice, if desired, see page 32.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 418 Calories, 24 g Fat, 113 mg Cholesterol

NOTE: DO NOT INCREASE THIS RECIPE

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CHICKEN CACCIATORE

3 pound chicken, cut into 2 cloves garlic, minced serving pieces 2 tablespoons minced parsley 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon oregano

⁄3 cup white wine 1 teaspoon salt

⁄2 cups sliced onions

⁄2 cupchoppedcarrots  •••••••

⁄2 cup chopped celery 1 can tomato paste

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

Place all ingredients except tomato paste in pressure cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 8 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Place chicken on warm platter. Stir tomato paste into sauce in cooker. Simmer until thickened. Pour over chicken.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 291 Calories, 14 g Fat, 90 mg Cholesterol

HERBED CHICKEN

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon oregano 1 cup chopped onion 1 teaspoon basil

 1 tablespoonchoppedgarlic  •••••••

3 pounds chicken thighs, 1 can (4 ounces) sliced skinned black olives 1 cup chicken broth 2 tablespoons cold water 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 2 tablespoons ﬂour

⁄2 cup chopped celery leaves Salt and pepper to taste

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and sauté onion and garlic; remove. Brown chicken. Add onion, garlic, broth, parsley, celery leaves, oregano, and basil. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 8 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Remove chicken to a warm dish. Add olives to liquid and heat. Mix cold water with ﬂour. Stir into hot broth. Heat until sauce thickens, stirring constantly. Pour sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 250 Calories, 8 g Fat, 115 mg Cholesterol

BAYOU BOUNTY CHICKEN

3 pound chicken, cut into

⁄2 cup chopped celery serving pieces 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (28 ounces) whole 1 tablespoon extra-spicy tomatoes, undrained, cut up seasoning blend

⁄2 cupschoppedonion  •••••••

⁄2 cup chopped green pepper Hot cooked rice (see page 31)

Add all ingredients except rice to pressure cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 8 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Serve chicken and sauce over rice.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 394 Calories, 14 g Fat, 90 mg Cholesterol

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TURKEY BREAST

3-4 pound turkey breast 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

⁄2 cups water Salt and pepper to taste

⁄2 cup chopped celery

⁄2 teaspoon poultry seasoning

1 onion, chopped

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and brown turkey on all sides. Add remaining ingredients. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 35 minutes with a

very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Thicken gravy, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 to 8 servings 197 Calories, 8 g Fat, 76 mg Cholesterol

ARROZ CON POLLO

1 (3 to 3

⁄2-pound)chicken,cut  ••••••• into serving pieces 1 package (10 ounces) frozen Paprika green peas Salt and pepper 1 cup sliced green olives 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tomato, peeled, chopped 2 medium onions, chopped 1 jar (4 ounces) pimientos, 1 clove garlic, minced drained, sliced

 1 cupchickenbroth  •••••••

1 bay leaf Hot cooked rice,

⁄2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (see page 31)

⁄4 teaspoon crushed saffron

threads

Sprinkle chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour oil into pressure cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and brown chicken, a few pieces at a time, and remove. Add onions and garlic to pressure cooker. Sauté until tender. Return chicken to pressure cooker. Add broth, bay leaf, red pepper, and saffron. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 8 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Stir in peas, olives, tomato, and pimientos. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 0 minutes. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Stir in cooked rice.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 462 Calories, 19 g Fat, 93 mg Cholesterol

POULTRY TIMETABLE

It is not necessary to brown poultry before pressure cooking, but you may do so if you like. After browning, remove poultry from cooker and pour liquid into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place poultry in steamer basket on trivet.*

(Note: If the amount of poultry is increased, it is not necessary to increase the cooking time or liquid.)

*Omit trivet if meat extends above the

⁄3 full mark.

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄3 FULL!

NO PORTION OF THE POULTRY SHOULD EXTEND

ABOVE THE

CUPS OF COOKING TIME POULTRY LIQUID (MINUTES)

Whole Chicken (21⁄2 to 3 pounds) 1 13 to 15

Chicken (cut into serving pieces) 1 8

⁄3 FULL MARK (SEE PAGE 5).

CUPS OF COOKING TIME POULTRY LIQUID (MINUTES)

Chicken Breast (boneless) 1 3 to 4*

Turkey Breast (3 to 4 pounds) 1

⁄2 35

*Cool cooker at once (see page 4).

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meaTs

When it comes to creating juicy, tender, ﬂavorful meat dishes, the pressure cooker has no equal. Even budget cuts of meat that usually require slow, moist-heat cooking will turn out succulent and savory— in very little time in the pressure cooker.

An important step when preparing meat in the pressure cooker is to sear meat to a crispy brown on all sides to seal in natural juices. The following recipes were written for fresh or completely thawed meats. To cook frozen meats, thaw one half hour or more so that the surface of the meat will sear crispy brown. Then increase the cooking times given in the recipes. Frozen beef, veal, and lamb should be cooked 25 minutes per pound. Frozen pork should be cooked 30 minutes per pound.

Cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the cut, the distribution of fat and bone, the grade and cut of the meat, and the degree of doneness desired.

After cooking, if gravy is desired, stir 1 to 2 tablespoons of ﬂour or cornstarch into 1⁄4 cup cold water. Heat cooking liquid in pressure cooker and slowly pour in ﬂour mixture, stirring to blend. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly for 1 minute or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

FOR MEAT, DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER

OVER

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

⁄3 FULL! NO PORTION OF THE MEAT SHOULD

EXTEND ABOVE THE

⁄3 FULL MARK (SEE PAGE 5).

BEEF POT ROAST

3 pounds beef pot roast Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, minced 2 cups water 1 bay leaf

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and brown roast well on all sides; remove roast. Pour water into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place roast in steamer basket on trivet with salt, pepper, onions, and bay leaf. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and

cook 45 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Thicken gravy, if desired.



Omit trivet if roast extends above the 2⁄3 full mark.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 297 Calories, 20 g Fat, 72 mg Cholesterol

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS

1 pound lean ground beef

⁄3 cup uncooked long-grain

⁄4 cup sliced celery

⁄4 cup chopped green pepper

white rice 1 cup tomato sauce

2 tablespoons tomato paste

⁄2 cup water

1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar

⁄4 teaspoon pepper

⁄2 cup chopped onion

⁄2 tablespoon dry mustard



. Season roast

Combine ground beef, rice, tomato paste, salt, and pepper; mix well. Form into 8 balls. Place meatballs in cooker. Add onion, celery, and green pepper. Combine tomato sauce, water, sugar, and mustard. Pour over meatballs. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 12 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 350 Calories, 17 g Fat, 77 mg Cholesterol

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SWISS STEAK

2 pounds round steak, 1-inch thick 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

⁄2 cup water

⁄2 cup chopped green pepper

⁄2 cup sliced celery

⁄2 teaspoon salt

⁄4 teaspoon pepper

1 cup chopped onion

Place all ingredients in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 18 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Thicken sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 251 Calories, 9 g Fat, 99 mg Cholesterol

BEEF STEW

1 pound lean beef, cut into 1 cup sliced carrots 1-inch cubes 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 cup water 1 teaspoon salt

1 large onion, sliced

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

  •••••••  •••••••

4 small potatoes, quartered

⁄4 cup cold water

1 cup frozen green beans 1 tablespoon ﬂour

Place beef, water, and onion in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and

cook 8 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Add potatoes, green beans, carrots, tomatoes, salt, and pepper to cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Mix water and ﬂour; stir into stew. Heat until stew thickens, stirring constantly.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 347 Calories, 7 g Fat, 73 mg Cholesterol

SPAGHETTI MEAT SAUCE

1 pound lean ground beef 1 teaspoon salt 1 can (14 to 15 ounces) diced 1 teaspoon parsley ﬂakes

tomatoes

⁄2 cup cold water

1 cup chopped onion

⁄2 cup chopped celery

⁄2 cup diced green pepper 3 drops hot pepper sauce

⁄2 teaspoon oregano

⁄2 teaspoon basil

⁄4 teaspoon thyme

⁄8 teaspoon red pepper

 1 clovegarlic,minced  •••••••

2 teaspoons sugar 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste

Turn heat selector to medium and brown beef. Stir in remaining ingredients except tomato paste. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 8 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Stir in tomato paste and simmer, uncovered, to desired thickness. Serve sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 229 Calories, 12 g Fat, 51 mg Cholesterol

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APRICOT BARBECUE PORK ROAST

3 pound boneless rolled pork

⁄4 cup packed dark brown sugar

roast 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

⁄2 cup catsup 1 teaspoon dry mustard

⁄2 cup teriyaki sauce

⁄3 cup apricot preserves 1 large onion, sliced

⁄4 cup cider vinegar 2 cups water

⁄

teaspoon black pepper

Place pork roast in a large plastic bag or glass dish. Combine catsup, teriyaki sauce, preserves, vinegar, brown sugar, red pepper, mustard, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and pour over pork. Refrigerate overnight. Remove pork; reserve marinade. Brown pork on all sides in pressure cooker over medium heat; remove.

Position trivet, half of sliced onion, and water in cooker. Place pork roast in steamer basket on trivet and arrange remaining onion evenly on top of roast. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 60 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Place reserved marinade in saucepan and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove roast and onions from pressure cooker. Add onions to thickened marinade and serve with sliced pork. Onions may be puréed before adding to sauce and served with rice, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 332 Calories, 13 g Fat, 77 mg Cholesterol

BARBECUE SPARERIBS

3 pounds spareribs, cut into serving pieces 1 cup water

⁄2 cup vinegar

⁄4 cup chopped onion

⁄4 cup sugar

  ••••••• 1 teaspoonsalt

1 cup catsup 1 teaspoon chili powder

⁄2 cup water 1 teaspoon celery seed

Place ribs and water in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Drain off liquid. Mix remaining ingredients; pour over ribs in cooker. Stir to coat ribs. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove

ribs. Simmer sauce, uncovered, to desired thickness.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 427 Calories, 27 g Fat, 107 mg Cholesterol

CORNED BEEF

3 pounds corned beef 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 cups water 1 bay leaf

Pour 2 cups water into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Rub garlic powder into all surfaces of corned



beef. Place corned beef in steamer basket on trivet

. Add bay leaf. Close cover securely. Place pressure

regulator on vent pipe and cook 60 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

Note: If seasoning packet is provided with corn beef, use packet and omit bay leaf.



Omit trivet if corned beef extends above the 2⁄3 full mark.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 295 Calories, 18 g Fat, 103 mg Cholesterol

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STUFFED PORK CHOPS

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

⁄2 cup corn 4 1-inch thick boneless pork 1 cup bran ﬂakes, crushed chops, with deep pocket 2 tablespoons water

cut in each 1 cup chopped onion 1

⁄4 cup chopped celery Salt and pepper to taste

⁄2 teaspoon dried sage

⁄2 cups water

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and brown pork chops. Remove from cooker. Sauté onions and celery in cooker. Stir in corn, bran ﬂakes, 2 tablespoons water, and sage; remove from

cooker. Stuff pork chops with mixture. Pour 1

⁄2 cups water into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place

pork chops in steamer basket on trivet. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and

cook 16 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 430 Calories, 20 g Fat, 133 mg Cholesterol

PORK LOIN ROAST

3 pound pork loin roast Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, sliced 3 cups water

Pour vegetable oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and brown roast well on all sides. Remove roast from cooker. Pour water into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place roast in steamer basket on



. Season with salt, pepper, and sliced onion. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on

trivet vent pipe and cook 55 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord.



Omit trivet if roast extends above the 2⁄3 full mark.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 483 Calories, 27 g Fat, 171 mg Cholesterol

STUFFED FLANK STEAK

1 tablespoon margarine

⁄2 cup chopped onion

⁄2 cup chopped celery

1 clove garlic, minced

⁄2 teaspoon salt

⁄4 teaspoon marjoram

⁄4 teaspoon thyme

⁄8 teaspoon black pepper 6 tablespoons beef broth, 1 pound ﬂank steak, cut divided into 2 equal pieces 1 cup bread crumbs 1 cup diced tomatoes

Add margarine to cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and sauté onion, celery, and garlic. Mix in 2 tablespoons of the broth, bread crumbs, salt, marjoram, thyme, and pepper. Spread stufﬁng mixture on one steak; top with remaining steak. Secure with toothpicks or metal skewers. Place steak in cooker; stir in remaining 4 tablespoons broth and tomatoes. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 18 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure

regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 237 Calories, 12 g Fat, 47 mg Cholesterol

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LAMB STEW

1 pound lamb stew meat, cut 4 small potatoes, quartered into 1-inch cubes 1 cup baby-cut carrots 1 cup water 1 teaspoon salt

1 large onion, sliced

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

 1 tablespoonWorcestershire  •••••••

sauce

⁄4 cup cold water 1 large clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ﬂour

   •••••••

Place lamb, water, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 6 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from

the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Add potatoes, carrots, salt, and pepper. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and

cook 3 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Mix water and ﬂour thoroughly; stir into stew. Heat until stew thickens, stirring constantly.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 315 Calories, 6 g Fat, 74 mg Cholesterol

MEAT TIMETABLE

Brown meat well and remove from cooker. Pour liquid into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place meat in steamer basket on



trivet.

(Note: If the amount of meat is increased, it is not necessary to increase the cooking time or liquid.)



Omit trivet if meat extends above the 2⁄3 full mark.

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄3 FULL!

NO PORTION OF THE MEAT SHOULD EXTEND ABOVE THE

⁄3 FULL MARK (SEE PAGE 5).

CUPS OF COOKING TIME MEAT LIQUID (MINUTES)

BEEF

Chuck Roast 3 pounds 2 45 – 50 Corned Beef 3 pounds 2 60 Rolled Rib Roast 3 pounds 1

⁄2 30 – 35

Round Steak 1˝ thick 1 18*

Round Steak Short Ribs 1

⁄2˝ thick 1 10*

⁄2 25

HAM

Slice 3 pounds 1 Picnic 3 pounds 1

⁄2 30 – 35

LAMB

CUPS OF COOKING TIME MEAT LIQUID (MINUTES)

PORK

Chops 1˝ thick 1 15* Chops

⁄2˝ thick 1 8* Butt Roast 3 pounds 2 55 Loin Roast 3 pounds 2 55 Steak 1˝ thick 1 12*

Steak

⁄2˝ thick 1 5*

VEAL

Chops 1˝ thick 1 12* Chops

⁄2˝ thick 1 5* Roast 3 pounds 2 45 – 50 Steak 1˝ thick 1 10*

Chops 1˝ thick 1 12* Chops Leg of Lamb 3 pounds 2

⁄2˝ thick 1 5*

⁄2 35 – 45

* Cool cooker at once (see page 4).

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VeGeTables

Vegetables have assumed new importance and prominence on the menu. Health-conscious cooks feature an abundance of vegetables on the family meal plan, while restaurants increasingly cater to a more “vegetable-conscious” clientele.

Pressure cooking is the preferred method for preparing vegetables. Because of the fast cooking time and super-heated steam, vegetables retain most of their natural color, texture, ﬂavor, and nutrients. And pressure cooking offers an additional health advantage, because so much more natural taste is retained, vegetables require much less salt and seasonings.

A garden variety of fresh or frozen vegetables can be cooked at the same time in the pressure cooker. By using the trivet and steamer basket to keep them out of the cooking liquid, each vegetable retains its own distinctive ﬂavor and appearance. Just be sure that all vegetables cooked together require the same cooking time. It is important to accurately time the cooking period, because vegetables cook very quickly in the pressure cooker. If you wish to blend the vegetable ﬂavors, place them in the steamer basket and omit the trivet.

FOR FRESH AND FROZEN VEGETABLES,

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄3 FULL!

FOR DRIED VEGETABLES,

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄2 FULL!

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

CABBAGE WITH APPLES

⁄2 small head cabbage, shredded

⁄2 cup chicken broth 1 small onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons frozen apple 1 small tart apple, peeled, juice concentrate, thawed cored, and chopped Salt and pepper to taste

Add all ingredients to cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 4 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 50 Calories, 0 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

GLAZED ROOT VEGETABLES

2 tablespoons margarine 2 tablespoons sugar 2 medium turnips, peeled, cut 2 teaspoons ground ginger

   intoeights  •••••••

8 ounces baby carrots

⁄4 cup cold water, optional 2 medium parsnips, peeled 1 tablespoon cornstarch, optional

sliced

⁄2-inch thick Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup chicken broth

Heat margarine in pressure cooker over medium heat; add turnip wedges and carrots and sauté for 3 minutes. Add parsnips, chicken broth, ginger, and sugar. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 1 minute with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pres- sure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Combine water and cornstarch. Stir into sauce. Heat until sauce thickens, stirring constantly.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 77 Calories, 3 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

Page 27

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

 2 poundsrussetpotatoes,peeled  •••••••

and diced 1 tablespoon margarine 4 large cloves garlic Salt and pepper

⁄2 cups chicken broth

Place all ingredients except margarine and salt and pepper in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Allow potatoes, garlic, and broth to remain in cooker. Mash potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer until desired consistency is reached. Add margarine.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 127 Calories, 4 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

ARTICHOKES ’N SAUCE

1 cup water 3 artichokes 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Pour water and oil into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place artichokes upside down in steamer basket on trivet. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Serve with your choice of the following sauces.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 3 servings 60 Calories, 0 g Fat, 0 Cholesterol

GARLIC SAUCE — Combine HERB YOGURT — Combine 1 cup plain yogurt,

and

ITALIAN SAUCE — Combine

⁄4 cup margarine, melted and 2 cloves minced garlic. Serve warm.

⁄4 cup ﬁnely chopped carrots, 1⁄2 teaspoon dill weed,

⁄4 teaspoon salt. Serve chilled.

⁄2 cup mayonnaise and 1⁄4 cup Italian style salad dressing. Serve

chilled.

MAPLE GLAZED SWEET POTATOES

3 sweet potatoes, peeled, cut 1 tablespoon melted

into 1 to 1

⁄4 cup maple ﬂavored syrup

⁄2 cup water

⁄2-inch chunks margarine

⁄2 teaspoon salt

Place sweet potatoes in pressure cooker. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over potatoes. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with a very slow, steady

ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 125 Calories, 2 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

Page 28

FRESH AND FROZEN VEGETABLE TIMETABLE

When using the fresh vegetable timetables below and on page 29, cook the vegetables the minimum amount of time indicated if you prefer your vegetables crisp. If you prefer your vegetables soft, cook them the maximum amount of time indicated. TO PREVENT OVER-COOKING, COOL COOKER AT ONCE AFTER COOKING VEGETABLES, EXCEPT WHEN NOTED.

If the timetable says to cook 0 minutes, this means to cook food until you hear and/or see a steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator, then cool cooker at once.

Quantity of vegetables does not change pressure cooking times. More mature vegetables may require longer pressure cooking times than given in chart.

To assure even heating, separate a block of frozen vegetables.

For fresh and frozen vegetables, pour liquid into cooker. Position trivet in cooker. Place vegetables in steamer basket on trivet.

FOR FRESH AND FROZEN VEGETABLES,

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄3 FULL!

FRESH VEGETABLE TIMETABLE

CUPS OF COOKING TIME VEGETABLE SIZE LIQUID (MINUTES)

Artichoke Whole, 6 to 8 1 10

ounces

Asparagus Stems cut into 1 0 – 1 1-inch pieces

Beans Whole or sliced 1 1 - 3 (green, wax)

Beets Whole, 2

⁄2 -inch 11⁄2 15 – 16

diameter

Broccoli Flowerets 1 0 – 2

Brussels Sprouts Small, 1-inch 1 1 – 3

diameter)

Cabbage Wedges, 2-inch 1 3 – 5 (red, green) thick

Thinly sliced 1 2 – 3

Carrots Baby cut 1 3 – 5

⁄2-inch slices 1 3 – 5

Cauliﬂower Flowerets 1 0 – 2

Collards* Leaves coarsely 1 3 – 4

chopped, stems thinly sliced.

Corn on-the-cob Whole, 2

⁄2 -inch 1 3

diameter

Eggplant Cubed, 1 to 1

⁄2- 1 2 – 3

inches thick

Sliced,

⁄2-inch 1 2

thick

Kale Leaves coarsely 1 1 – 2 chopped, stems thinly sliced

Parsnips Sliced,

⁄2-inch 1 0 – 2

thick

* Do not use trivet; place in steamer basket.

Peas Shelled 1 0 – 2

Peppers Whole 1 0 – 3

Potatoes Sliced, 1 to 1

⁄2- 1 6 – 8

(sweet) inches thick

Sliced,

⁄2-inch 1 4 – 5

thick

Potatoes Whole, 2

⁄2-inch 11⁄2 15

(white) diameter

Whole, 1

⁄2-inch 1 10

diameter

Sliced,

⁄4-inch 1 5

thick

Sliced,

⁄2-inch 1 3

thick

Rutabaga Cubes or sliced, 1 3 1 inch thick

Spinach Whole leaves 1 0

Squash Quartered 1 12 (winter) acorn+

Squash (winter) Halved 1 12 spaghetti+

Squash Sliced, 1-inch 1 1 (yellow, thick zucchini) Sliced,

⁄4- to 1 0 – 1

⁄2-inch thick

Swiss Chard Whole leaves 1 0 – 1 core, and seeds. Cut up

Turnips Sliced or cubed, 1 3 – 5

+ Let pressure drop of its own accord.

⁄4-inch thick

Page 29

FROZEN VEGETABLE TIMETABLE

CUPS OF COOKING TIME VEGETABLE LIQUID (MINUTES)

Asparagus (cut, spears) 1 2

Beans (green, wax, french style) 1 1 – 2

Broccoli 1 1 – 2

Brussels Sprouts 1 2 – 3

Cauliﬂower 1 1 – 2

Corn Cut 1 1 – 2

CUPS OF COOKING TIME VEGETABLE LIQUID (MINUTES)

Corn on Cob 1 2 – 3

Lima Beans 1 1 – 2

Mixed Vegetables 1 1 – 2

Peas 1 1 – 2

Peas and Carrots 1 1 – 2

Spinach 1 2 – 4

dry beans and peas

The pressure cooker is ideal for preparing dry beans and peas quickly. However, dry beans and peas have a tendency to froth and foam during cooking, which could cause the vent pipe to become blocked. Therefore, it is necessary to use the following cau-

tions when pressure cooking dry beans and peas:

(1) Never ﬁll the cooker over the (2) Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking. (3) Allow pressure to drop of its own accord.

SOAKING BEANS AND PEAS — Soaking is strongly recommended for all beans and peas, except lentils and black-eyed peas,

for even cooking and to remove water-soluble, gas-producing starches. Soaking can be done using the traditional or the quick-soak method.

Traditional method: Clean and rinse beans; cover with three times as much water as beans. Soak 4 to 8 hours. Drain. Quick method: Clean and rinse beans; cover with three times as much water as beans. Bring beans to a boil and boil for 2 minutes.

Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 to 2 hours. Drain. COOKING BEANS AND PEAS — After soaking, rinse beans and remove any loose skins. Place beans in pressure cooker. Add

fresh water to just cover the beans and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook according to the times in the timetable below. For more ﬁrm beans for salads and side dishes and when cooking less than 2 cups of beans or peas, use the shorter time. For soups and stews, use the longer time. After cooking is complete, allow

pressure to drop of its own accord.

⁄2 full line (this includes beans, ingredients, and water).

FOR DRY BEANS AND PEAS,

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄2 FULL!

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

DRY BEANS AND PEAS TIMETABLE

Soak beans and peas, except lentils and black-eyed peas, according to information above. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to cooking liquid. DO NOT COOK SPLIT PEAS.

FOR DRY BEANS AND PEAS, DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

COOKING TIME BEANS AND PEAS (MINUTES)

Adzuki 1 – 3 Anasazi 1 – 3 Black Beans 2 – 4 Black-eyed Peas 2 – 4* + Chickpeas (garbanzo) 7 – 10 Great Northern Beans 2 – 5 Kidney Beans 1 – 3

COOKING TIME BEANS AND PEAS (MINUTES)

+ Lima Beans (large) 0 – 1 + Lima Beans (baby) 1 – 3

Navy Beans (pea) 1 – 3 Peas (whole yellow, green) 6 – 9 Pinto Beans 3 – 6 Red beans 3 – 6 Soy beans (beige) 8 – 11

⁄2 FULL!

Lentils (brown, green) 3 – 5*

* cooking time is for unsoaked beans

+ add

⁄2 to 1 teaspoon salt to soaking and cooking water to keep bean skins intact.

Page 30

LENTIL CURRY

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon curry powder

⁄2 cups chopped onion 1 teaspoon ground ginger

 6 cupswater  •••••••

2 cups lentils 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon coriander

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and sauté onions. Add water, lentils, coriander, curry powder, and ginger. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Stir in salt.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 190 Calories, 2 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

BAKED BEANS

2 cups navy beans 1 medium onion, minced

3 cups water

⁄4 cup catsup

⁄4 cup molasses

⁄3 cup brown sugar

⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

 1 8-ouncesliceuncooked  •••••••

ham, diced Salt to taste

Soak beans according to instructions on page 29. Drain. Add drained navy beans and remaining ingredients except salt to cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 35

minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 264 Calories, 4 g Fat, 85mg Cholesterol

SAVORY WHITE BEANS

2 cups navy beans 1 small bay leaf

3 cups chicken broth 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup sliced carrots

⁄2 teaspoon thyme

⁄4 teaspoon rosemary

⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

 1 tablespoonmincedgarlic  •••••••

1 tablespoon vegetable oil Salt to taste

Soak beans according to instructions on page 29; drain. Add all ingredients except salt to cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 2 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 7 servings 254 Calories, 3 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

Page 31

GraIns

Grains are an important, but often little recognized, part of a healthy diet. They contribute complex carbohydrates, soluble and insoluble ﬁber, and other nutrients. Yet with all these beneﬁts, grains are low in fat. Grains can be prepared quickly and conveniently with the pressure cooker. With a pressure cooker it is not necessary to soak or simmer grains for several hours.

During cooking many grains tend to froth, foam, and sputter and could cause the vent pipe to become blocked. Therefore, to contain frothing and foaming during the cooking period, grains must be prepared in a bowl covered with aluminum foil in the pressure cooker. Preparing grains in a bowl also minimizes cleanup which can be difﬁcult if the grains stick to the bottom

of the cooker.

The bowl can be metal, such as stainless steel, or oven-safe glass. If using glass, increase cooking time by 1 to 5 minutes depending on the length of the recommended cooking time.

FOR GRAINS, DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

GRAIN TIMETABLE

Combine the desired grain and the amount of water or broth indicated in the table below in a bowl which ﬁts loosely in the pressure cooker. Cover bowl securely with aluminum foil. Pour two cups water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook for the time indicated in the table below with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. After pressure cooking, allow pressure to drop of its own accord. Using tongs or hot pads, carefully remove bowl from cooker. Remove foil. Before serving, separate the grains by lifting gently with a fork while steaming. It may be necessary to allow excess moisture to evaporate from some grains. If excessive moisture remains, drain before using grains.

FOR GRAINS, DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄2 FULL!

⁄

FULL!

CUPS LIQUID COOKING TIME GRAIN (1 CUP) IN BOWL (MINUTES)

Amaranth 1

Barley (Hulled) 2

Barley (Pearl) 2

⁄4 4 – 5

⁄2 25 – 28

⁄2 9 – 12

Buckwheat 2 3 – 4

Bulgar 1

⁄2 2 – 3

Millet 2 9 – 10

Oats (whole groats) 1

⁄2 20 – 25

Oats (steel cut) 2 4 – 5

CUPS LIQUID COOKING TIME GRAIN (1 CUP) IN BOWL (MINUTES)

Quinoa 1

Rice (brown) 1

Rice (white) 1

Rye Berries 1

Spelt 2

⁄2 1

⁄2 10 – 12

⁄2 5 – 8

⁄2 20 – 25

25 – 30

Wheat berries 2 25 – 30

Wild Rice 1

⁄2 20 – 25

Page 32

SEASONED RICE PILAF

2 tablespoons margarine 1 small onion, chopped 2 cups long grain white rice

⁄2 teaspoon salt

⁄2 teaspoon oregano

⁄4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups chicken broth 2 cups water

⁄4 cups water

Place margarine in cooker. Turn heat selector to medium to melt margarine. Add onions; sauté until

tender. Combine onion with rice, broth, 1

⁄4 cup water, salt, oregano, and pepper in a metal bowl which

will ﬁt loosely in cooker. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour 2 cups water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook

5 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Open cooker, remove foil, and set rice aside to steam.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 210 Calories, 4 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

VARIATION: GRECIAN RICE PILAF

After pressure has dropped of its own accord, combine rice, 3⁄4 cup peas, 1⁄2 cup sliced ripe olives, and 1 large red pepper, coarsely chopped. Allow rice to steam uncovered 5 minutes.

STEAMED RICE

1 cup long grain white rice 2 cups water

⁄2 cups water

Combine rice and 1 aluminum foil. Pour 2

⁄2 cups water in a metal bowl which ﬁts loosely in cooker. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with

cups water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover

securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 5 MINUTES WITH A VERY SLOW, STEADY FLOW OF STEAM ESCAPING FROM THE PRESSURE REGULATOR. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Open cooker and allow rice to steam uncovered 5 minutes.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 168 Calories, 0 g Fat, 0 Cholesterol

BROWN RICE WITH VEGGIES

1 cup natural brown rice

⁄2 cups chicken stock or broth 1 package (2 ounces) sliced

⁄2 cup sliced green onion

1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, blanched almonds chopped 2 cups water

⁄2 cupdicedcarrot  •••••••

⁄2 cup diced celery

⁄2 cup diced green pepper

⁄4 cup chopped parsley

Combine rice and chicken stock in a metal bowl which ﬁts loosely in cooker. Stir in vegetables and almonds. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour 2 cups water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with

a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Open cooker, remove foil, and set rice aside to steam. Stir in parsley.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 290 Calories, 10 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

Page 33

WILD RICE WITH RAISINS AND PECANS

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cups water

 1 mediumonion,nelychopped  •••••••

⁄2 cups wild rice

2 cups beef broth

⁄4 cup golden raisins

⁄3 cup pecans, toasted

Pour oil into cooker. Turn heat selector to medium and sauté onion. Combine onion with wild rice and beef broth in a metal bowl which ﬁts loosely in cooker. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 25 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Open cooker and remove aluminum foil; add raisins and allow to steam for 5 minutes. Remove bowl from cooker; stir in pecans.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 167 Calories, 5 g Fat, 0 mg Cholesterol

RISOTTO WITH ARTICHOKE HEARTS

AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 can (13

⁄4 ounces) artichoke 1 cup arborio rice hearts, drained and coarsely 2 cloves garlic, minced chopped

2 cups chicken broth

⁄3 cup white wine 11⁄2 tablespoons fresh thyme or

⁄3 cup dried tomatoes, chopped 11⁄2 teaspoons dried thyme

⁄4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cups water Salt and pepper to taste

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Heat oil in pressure cooker over medium heat; add rice and stir for 2 minutes until coated and slightly translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Combine rice, garlic, broth, white wine, and tomatoes in a metal bowl which ﬁts loosely in cooker. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 8 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Open cooker and remove foil. Stir artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, and thyme into rice.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 220 Calories, 5 g Fat, 4 mg Cholesterol

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desserTs

Add a fabulous ﬁnale to any meal with desserts prepared in your pressure cooker. Pressure cooking gives an even texture to pudding and a satiny feel to custards.

Desserts may be prepared in oven-safe custard cups or any metal mold which will ﬁt loosely in the steamer basket in the pressure cooker. Fill molds only

⁄3 full to allow for expansion of food. Cover securely with aluminum foil shaped to the sides of the mold. Place the steamer basket in the cooker. Then place the mold or custard cups in the steamer basket. Up to four custard cups of dessert can be pressure cooked at a time. Place two custard cups in the steamer basket. Then, stack the other two custard cups opposite the bottom two custard cups.

To test custards for doneness, insert a knife into the center. If the knife comes out clean, it is done. If not, it will be necessary to bring the cooker back up to pressure and cook the custard a minute or two longer.

Do not cook applesauce, cranberries, or rhubarb in the pressure cooker.

FOR DESSERTS, DO NOT FILL

PRESSURE COOKER OVER

⁄3 FULL!

OPERATING THE COOKER WITHOUT COOKING LIQUID OR

ALLOWING THE COOKER TO BOIL DRY WILL DAMAGE THE COOKER.

STUFFED APPLES

⁄4 cup golden raisins

⁄2 cup dry red wine cinnamon

⁄4 cup chopped nuts 4 cooking apples

⁄2 teaspoon ground

2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon butter

⁄2 teaspoon grated orange 1 cup water

rind

Soak raisins in wine for at least 30 minutes. Drain, reserving wine. Combine raisins, nuts, sugar, orange rind, and cinnamon. Core apples, cutting to but not through bottoms. Peel top one-third of apples. Place each apple on square of aluminum foil that is large enough to completely wrap apple. Fill centers with raisin mixture. Top each with one-fourth of the butter. Wrap foil around apple, pinching ﬁrmly together at top. Place reserved wine, water, and apples in cooker. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator.

Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 224 Calories, 8 g Fat, 8 mg Cholesterol

RICE PUDDING

1 cup long-grain white rice 1 cup whole milk

⁄2 cups water

1 cup water

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⁄2 teaspoon sugar

⁄2 cups water raisins

⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon

Combine rice and 11⁄2 cups water in a metal bowl which ﬁts loosely in cooker. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour 1 cup water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Stir milk, sugar, raisins, and cinnamon into rice. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 238 Calories, 2 g Fat, 24 mg Cholesterol

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VANILLA CUSTARD

2 cups lowfat milk

⁄2 teaspoon vanilla

4 eggs, slightly beaten Nutmeg

⁄4 cup sugar 1 cup water

⁄4 teaspoon salt

Combine milk, eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla. Pour into individual custard cups. Sprinkle nutmeg on custards. Cover each cup ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place custard cups in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 min-

utes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Chill.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 137 Calories, 4 g Fat, 118 mg Cholesterol

VARIATION: COCONUT CUSTARD

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon coconut over top of each vanilla custard before cooking.

PETITE PUMPKIN CUSTARDS

1 can (16 ounces) solid-pack 1 teaspoon ﬁnely chopped pumpkin candied ginger, optional

1 can (14 ounces sweetened

⁄4 teaspoon ground cloves

condensed milk 1 cup water

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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Whipped cream, optional

Mix pumpkin, milk, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Pour into individual custard cups. Cover each cup ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place custard cups in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 8 servings 207 Calories, 6 g Fat, 97 mg Cholesterol

TAPIOCA PUDDING

2 cups lowfat milk 2 tablespoons quick cooking

⁄3 cup sugar

⁄2 teaspoon vanilla tapioca 1 cup water 2 eggs, slightly beaten

Scald milk and tapioca. Remove from heat and let stand 15 minutes. Combine eggs, sugar, and vanilla. Add milk and tapioca, stirring constantly. Pour into individual custard cups. Cover ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place custard cups in steamer basket in cooker. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Chill.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 113 Calories, 3 g Fat, 75 mg Cholesterol

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OATMEAL APPLE CRISP

4 cups apples, peeled and sliced 2 tablespoons ﬂour 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon cinnamon

⁄2 cup quick cooking oats 2 tablespoons margarine, softened

⁄4 cup brown sugar 1 cup water

Sprinkle apples with lemon juice. Combine oats, brown sugar, ﬂour, and cinnamon. Cut in margarine until coarse meal forms. Place apples in a greased bowl that will loosely ﬁt in cooker. Sprinkle oat mixture evenly over apples. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place bowl in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 20

minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 servings 209 Calories, 7 g Fat, 0 Cholesterol

CHEESECAKE

1 8-ounce package cream cheese 2 eggs

1 3-ounce package cream cheese

⁄2 cup sugar 21⁄2 cups water

⁄2 cup vanilla wafer crumbs

Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat in eggs. Pour mixture into buttered custard cups. Top with vanilla wafer crumbs. Cover each cup ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Pour water into cooker. Place custard cups in steamer basket in cooker. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 15 minutes with a very slow, steady ﬂow of steam escaping from the pressure regulator. Cool cooker at once. Cool cheesecake. Cut around inside of cups to loosen and invert onto serving dish. Chill. Top with one of the following sauces, if desired.

Nutrition Information Per Serving 6 servings 305 Calories, 23 g Fat, 157 Cholesterol

CARAMEL SAUCE — Combine

lated sugar, and

⁄4 cup soft cream cheese, 1⁄4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon granu-

⁄4 teaspoon vanilla. Mix thoroughly. Spoon over cheesecake.

Garnish with pecans. Refrigerate until serving.

FRUIT SAUCE — Spoon canned fruit pie ﬁlling of your choice over cheesecake. Refrigerate until

serving.

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reCIpe Index

SOUPS AND STOCKS .........10

Beef Tomato Soup ............11

Black Bean Soup .............11

Brown Beef Soup .............11

Brown Beef Soup Stock ........11

Chicken Dumpling Soup .......10

Chicken Noodle Soup.......... 10

Chicken Rice Soup ...........10

Chicken Soup ................10

Chicken Soup Stock ..........10

Minestrone ..................12

Onion Soup..................11

Potato Soup..................12

Saffron Fish Stew .............12

Zesty Homemade Chili ........13

SEAFOOD ...................13

Lemon ’N Dill Cod and

Broccoli...................15

Marinated Tuna...............16

Salmon Steaks Moutarde .......13

“Scampi Style” Shrimp ........14

Seafood Gumbo ..............15

Seafood Timetable ............16

Shrimp Jambalaya ............14

POULTRY ...................17

Arroz Con Pollo ..............20

Bayou Bounty Chicken.........19

California Chicken ............17

POULTRY (Continued)

Chicken Breasts Tarragon ......17

Chicken Cacciatore ...........19

Chutney Chicken .............18

Herbed Chicken ..............19

Poultry Timetable .............20

Soy Chicken .................18

Sweet ’N Sour Chicken Wings ...18

Turkey Breast ................20

MEATS ......................21

Apricot Barbecue Pork Roast ....23

Barbecue Spareribs............23

Beef Pot Roast ...............21

Beef Stew ...................22

Corned Beef .................23

Lamb Stew ..................25

Meat Timetable...............25

Porcupine Meatballs ..........21

Pork Loin Roast ..............24

Spaghetti Meat Sauce .........22

Stuffed Flank Steak ...........24

Stuffed Pork Chops............24

Swiss Steak..................22

VEGETABLES ................26

Artichokes ’N Sauce........... 27

Cabbage with Apples ..........26

Fresh Vegetable Timetable ......28

Frozen Vegetable Timetable .....29

VEGETABLES (Continued)

Garlic Mashed Potatoes ........27

Glazed Root Vegetables ........ 26

Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes ...27

DRIED BEANS AND PEAS .....29

Baked Beans .................30

Dried Beans and Peas Timetable .29

Lentil Curry .................30

Savory White Beans . . . . . . . . . . . 30

GRAINS .....................31

Brown Rice with Veggies .......32

Grain Timetable ..............31

Grecian Rice Pilaf ............32

Risotto with Artichoke Hearts

and Sun-Dried Tomatoes ...... 33

Seasoned Rice Pilaf ...........32

Wild Rice with Raisins

and Pecans.................33

DESSERTS ...................34

Cheesecake .................36

Coconut Custard ..............35

Oatmeal Apple Crisp ..........36

Petite Pumpkin Custards .......35

Rice Pudding ................34

Stuffed Apples ...............34

Tapioca Pudding .............35

Vanilla Custard ..............35

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serVICe and parTs InformaTIon

If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto cooker or need parts for your cooker, contact us by any of these methods:

•Call 1-800-877-0441 weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Central Time)

•Email us at our website www.GoPresto.com

•Write: NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Consumer Service Department

3925 N. Hastings Way, Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703

Inquiries will be answered promptly by telephone, letter, or email. When writing, please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached during weekdays, if possible.

When contacting the Consumer Service Department or when ordering replacement parts, please specify the model number and date code found stamped on the side of the cooker body.

Please record this information:

Model Number ___________________ Date Code _____________ Date Purchased ____________________

Any maintenance required for this cooker, other than that described in the Care and Maintenance section of this book (pages 6 and

7), should be performed by our Factory Service Department. Be sure to indicate date of purchase and a description of the problem when sending a cooker for repair. Send cookers for repair to:

CANTON SALES AND STORAGE COMPANY

Presto Factory Service Department

555 Matthews Drive, Canton, MS 39046-0529

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The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service all PRESTO



Genuine PRESTO

replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as PRESTO appliances and are

engineered speciﬁcally to function properly with its appliances. Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine



PRESTO genuine PRESTO

parts. “Look-alikes” might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner. To ensure that you are buying



replacement parts, look for the PRESTO trademark.

Cooker replacement parts may also be available at hardware stores and other retail outlets. Parts may also be ordered on-line at www.GoPresto.com.

appliances and supply genuine PRESTO parts.

PRESTO Limited Warranty

This quality PRESTO appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use. Presto pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the ﬁrst twelve (12) years after purchase, we will repair or replace it at our option. Our pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping. To obtain service under the warranty, return this PRESTO California residents may deliver this PRESTO Authorized Service Station. When returning a product, please include a description of the defect and indicate the date the appliance was purchased.

We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this PRESTO ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed. Failure to follow instructions, damage caused by improper replacement parts, abuse or misuse will void this pledge. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This is Presto’s personal pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties.

US Patent 4932550 Form 72-299D

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product, shipping prepaid to the Factory Service Department.

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product to their nearest PRESTO

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appliance and

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Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703-3703

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