Presto 01755 Instruction Manual

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Table of ConTenTs

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Important Safeguards ....................... ....... 1

Getting Acquainted ......................... ....... 2

Before Using the Canner for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Pressure Canning.................................. 8

How to Pressure Can Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Care and Maintenance.............................. 15

Pressure Canning Fruits and Tomatoes................ 19

Pressure Canning Vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Pressure Canning Meat ............................. 33

Pressure Canning Poultry ........................... 35

Pressure Canning Fish and Seafood................... 37

Pressure Canning Soups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Helpful Hints For Pressure Canning .................. 40

How To Can Foods Using Boiling Water Method ........ 43

How to Pressure Cook Foods in Your Pressure Canner

. . . . 46

Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Helpful Hints for Pressure Cooking................... 52

Pressure Cooking Meat ............................. 53

Pressure Cooking Entrees ........................... 60

Pressure Cooking Poultry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Pressure Cooking Dry Beans and Peas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Pressure Cooking Soups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Pressure Cooking Desserts .......................... 72

Recipe Index ...................................... 75

Service and Parts Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Warranty................................. Back cover

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 canner over For soup, rice, and dried vegetables which expand during cooking, do not ﬁll canner over the vent pipe and developing excess pressure. See food preparation instructions.

5. Do not pressure cook applesauce, cranberries, rhubarb, pearl barley, cereals, pastas, grains, split peas, or soup mixes containing dry beans or peas. These foods tend to foam, froth, and sputter and may block the vent pipe, overpressure plug, and air vent/cover lock.

6. This appliance cooks under pressure. Improper use may result in scalding injury. Make certain pressure canner 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 canner or attempt to pressure can or cook in a heated oven.

8. Caution: Do not use pressure canner on an outdoor LP gas burner

or gas range over 12,000 BTU’s.

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

10. Do not open canner 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.

11. 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 three years.

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

⁄2 full. Overﬁlling may cause a risk of clogging

⁄3 full when using for pressure cooking.

13. When normal operating pressure is reached, the pressure regulator will

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begin to rock. Gradually lower the heat as necessary to maintain the pressure. If the pressure regulator is allowed to rock vigorously, excess steam will escape, liquid will be evaporated, and food may scorch.

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

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

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THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

GeTTinG aCquainTed

Your canner is a special, large capacity pressure vessel designed for home canning a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, meats, and poultry. The canner may also be used to fast cook many of your favorite foods in larger quantities than can be prepared in a conventional size pressure cooker.

The canner uses pressure to achieve the high temperatures required for safely processing foods while canning. The United States Department of Agriculture recommends the pressure canner as the only safe method for canning low-acid foods —vegetables, meats, and poultry.

The canner will also cook many foods in one-third to one-tenth the time required by conventional methods. Pressure cooking preserves ﬂavor and nutrients and tenderizes tougher cuts of meat. Information for pressure cooking begins on page 46.

It is necessary to follow a few special rules in using and caring for your Pressure Canner. Become familiar with the various parts as shown in the diagram on page 3.

1. PRESSURE DIAL GAUGE

The pressure dial gauge registers pressure in pounds (per square inch) or PSI. The pointer moves around the dial indicating the pressure within the unit. Pressure can be controlled and maintained by adjusting the heat setting on your stove.

NOTE: The Pressure Dial Gauge can be found in the foam ﬁller of the carton. It is in a white box.

2. PRESSURE REGULATOR

The pressure regulator acts as a safety device to prevent pressure in excess of 15 pounds from building in the canner. Pressure readings on the pressure canner are registered only on the pressure dial gauge.

NOTE: The Pressure Regulator can be found in the top foam ﬁller of the carton. It is in a bag identiﬁed with the words “P

e g u l a t o r en c l o s e d ”.

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3. VENT PIPE

8. CANNING-COOKING RACK

Small Gasket

The vent pipe is the primary pressure relief valve and will release pressure in excess of 15 pounds. The pressure regulator sits loosely on the vent pipe.

4. AIR VENT/COVER LOCK

The air vent/cover lock automatically “vents” or exhausts air from the canner and acts as a visual indication of pressure in the canner. The small gasket must be in place for the air vent/cover lock to seal completely.

5. LOCKING BRACKET

The locking bracket on the inside of the canner body engages with the air vent/ cover lock to prevent the cover from being opened when there is pressure in the unit.

6. SEALING RING

The sealing ring ﬁts into the canner cover and forms a pressure-tight seal between the cover and body during canning and cooking.

The canning-cooking rack is placed in the bottom of the canner to hold jars off the bottom of the unit while canning. When cooking, the rack is used for steaming foods. It can also be used to hold foods such as vegetables out of the cooking liquid which allows several foods to be cooked at the same time without an intermingling of ﬂavors. When it is desirable to blend flavors, do not use the canning-cooking rack. The canningcooking rack must always be used when canning.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

PRESTO

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Canner parts are available at most hardware stores or they can be ordered directly from Presto; see service and parts information on page 77.

When ordering parts, please specify the seven digit model number found stamped on the side of the canner body.

7. OVERPRESSURE PLUG

The black, rubber overpressure plug is located in the canner cover. It will automatically pop out and release steam in case the vent pipe becomes blocked and/or clogged and pressure cannot be released normally through the vent pipe.

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BEFORE OPERATING

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1. Remove the sealing ring by simply pulling it from the sealing ring groove.

2. Wash the cover, body, and sealing ring with hot, sudsy water to remove any manufacturing oils. Rinse all parts with warm water and dry.

3. Replace the sealing ring in the sealing ring groove, making certain to ﬁt the ring under the stop tab located on the inside rim of the cover (Fig. A).

4. The sealing ring is prelubricated. If necessary, to help make the cover easier to open and close, a very light coating of cooking oil may be applied to the sealing ring and underside of the body lugs (Fig. B). The cover should open and close easily when following the instructions on page 11, step 6.

Fig. B

Cover

5. Attach the dial gauge to the canner cover by first removing the nut, metal washer, and white compression gasket from the threaded end of the

Cover

Metal

Base

Nut

Metal

Washer

White

Compression

Gasket

dial gauge. Then, turn the cover upside down and starting from the bottom,

Fig. C

insert the threaded end of the dial gauge up through the hole in the center of the cover until the metal base rests on the cover. While holding the dial gauge in place, position the gasket (the gasket should rest within the cover hole), metal washer, and then the nut on the threaded end of the gauge (Fig. C) and tighten with ﬁngers. If necessary, lightly tighten with a wrench.

HELPFUL HINT: To help yourself understand the operation of the pressure canner, pour 4 cups of water into the canner and follow the step-by-step instructions beginning with step 5 on page

11. For actual usage of the canner, follow the complete instruc-

tions beginning on page 10 for pressure canning and on page 46 for pressure cooking.

Body Lug

Apply Cooking

Oil Here

Apply Cooking Oil Here

Stop Tab

Fig. A

Sealing Ring in

Sealing Ring Groove

PRessuRe CanninG

The United States Department of Agriculture recommends the pressure canner as being the only safe method for canning low acid foods—vegetables, meats, and poultry.

There are invisible microorganisms present all around us. Fruits, vegetables, and meat contain these microorganisms naturally, and yet, they are not a problem unless food is left to sit for extended periods of time, causing food spoilage. This is nature’s way of telling us when food is no longer ﬁt to eat.

There are four basic agents of food spoilage—enzymes, mold, yeast, and bacteria. Canning interrupts the natural spoilage cycle so food can be preserved safely. Molds, yeast, and enzymes are destroyed at temperatures below 212°F, the temperature at which water boils (except in mountainous regions). Therefore, boiling water processing is sufﬁcient to destroy those agents.

Bacteria, however, are not as easily destroyed. The bacteria, Clostridium botulinum produces a spore that makes a poisonous toxin which causes botulism. This spore is not destroyed at 212°F. In addition, the bacteria thrive on low acid foods in the absence of air. For a safe food product, low acid foods need to be processed at 240°F, which can be achieved only with a pressure canner.

In pressure canning, some of the water in the pressure canner is converted to steam, which creates pressure within the canner. As pressure increases, temperature increases, 5 pounds pressure— 228°F, 10 pounds pressure—240°F, 15 pounds pressure—250°F. This pressurized heat destroys the potentially harmful bacterial spores. As the jars cool, a vacuum is formed, sealing the food within and preventing any new microorganisms from entering and spoiling the food.

As a safeguard against using canned foods which may be affected with spoilage that is not readily detected, boil all low acid foods and tomatoes for 10 minutes at altitudes below 1,000 feet. Extend

the boiling time by 1 minute for each 1,000 foot increase in altitude.

Many times odors that cannot be detected in the cold product will become evident by this method. If, after boiling, food does not smell or look right, discard it without tasting.

MASON JARS: While there are many styles and shapes of glass jars on the market, only Mason jars are recommended for home canning. Mason jars are available in ½ pint, pint, and quart capacities with threads on which a cap may be screwed. See the chart below for the jar capacity of your canner. Additional information may be obtained from the manufacturers of Mason jars.

CLOSURES FOR MASON JARS: The two-piece vacuum cap consists of a ﬂat metal lid held in place with a screw band. A rubber compound on the underside of the lid forms a seal during processing. Follow the closure manufacturer’s directions for using the two-piece cap and for testing for a proper seal. If the closure has not sealed, completely reprocess or use the food immediately. Refer to the closure manufacturer’s directions for additional information.

MAXIMUM JAR CAPACITIES

(For Model Numbers beginning with 0175) (For Model Numbers beginning with 0178)

Regular jars Wide mouth jars Regular jars Wide mouth jars

12 half-pints 8 half-pints 24 half-pints 16 half-pints

10 pints 8 pints 20 pints 16 pints

7 quarts* 7 quarts* 7 quarts 7 quarts

*Do not use the boiling water method with quart jars.

To achieve the maximum jar capacity when pressure canning, it will be necessary to double deck pint and ½ pint jars, see page 42.

For boiling water method, do not double deck jars.

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IMPORTANT: Read carefully. Do not attempt to use your canner before reading these instructions.

Follow these step-by-step instructions for pressure canning in your canner. Prepare food according to the directions in speciﬁc recipe.

1. Be sure your canner is thoroughly cleaned and working properly. Before each canning season, check the dial gauge for accuracy (see page 18, step 12). Also check the sealing ring, overpressure plug, and the small, white gasket of the air vent/cover lock. Replace these parts when they become hard, deformed, cracked, worn, pitted, or unusually soft.

2. Check Mason jars for nicks, cracks, and sharp edges. Check screw bands for dents or rust. Use only jars, lids, and bands in perfect condition so an airtight seal may be obtained.

Wash and rinse jars, lids, and bands. Pour hot water into jars

and set aside until needed. Follow closure manufacturer’s directions for bands and lids.

3. Select fresh ﬁrm food. Sort food according to size. Clean food thoroughly. Prepare according to recipe. Fill hot Mason jars promptly with food and liquid to recommended level. Allow ½-inch headspace for fruits. Most vegetables and meats require 1-inch headspace due to expansion during processing.

Work out air bubbles with a clean nonmetallic spatula. Wipe

sealing edge clean with a damp cloth.

Adjust bands according to closure manufacturer’s direc-

tions.

4. Place 3 quarts of boiling

water, canning rack, and jars in canner (Fig. D). To prevent

Fig. D

3-quart water line (lowest mark in canner)

water stains on jars, add 2 tablespoons white vinegar to water in canner. Always use canning rack. Jars may break if set directly on bottom of canner.

Fig. E

5. Hold the cover up to the light and look through the vent pipe (Fig. E) to be certain it is open before placing the cover on the canner. If it is clear, proceed to step 6. If it is blocked or partially blocked,

Fig. F

clean the vent pipe with a small brush or pipe cleaner (Fig. F). Also clean the vent pipe nut as shown (Fig. G).

6. Place cover on canner, aligning the V mark on the cover with the

mark on the body

Fig. G

handle (Fig. H). Press down on the cover handles to compress the sealing ring and turn the cover in the direction indicated to close (clockwise) until the cover handles are centered directly above the body handles. Do not rotate

Align the V mark on the cover with

the

mark on the body handle.

the cover beyond this point.

Fig. H

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7. Position canner on a level burner

Fig. I

and range only. Use on a tilted burner or range may interfere with the operation of the pressure regulator. To prevent damage to the pressure canner, do not use on an outdoor LP gas burner or gas range over 12,000 BTU’s. Using a relatively high heat setting, heat the pressure canner until a steady ﬂow of steam can be seen, heard, or felt coming from the vent pipe (Fig. I). Exhaust air from the canner for 10 minutes by allowing steam to ﬂow from the vent pipe. Reduce heat, if necessary, to maintain a steady, moderate ﬂow of steam.

8. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe. If heat was reduced for exhausting, adjust to a relatively high setting and heat canner. As pressure develops in the canner the air vent/cover lock will lift and lock the cover on the canner. The air vent/ cover lock is a visual indicator of the presence of pressure. When in the up position pressure is in the unit, when in the down position there is no pressure in canner (Fig. J). Also, as pressure builds the pointer of the gauge will move across the face. Continue heating until the pressure gauge registers the correct pressure. Adjust heat to maintain the correct pressure on the dial gauge. The pressure regulator will rock ONLY at 15 pounds of pressure.

Fig. J

UNLOCKED LOCKED

9. Processing time begins when the pressure gauge registers the correct pressure. Adjust heat to maintain correct pressure on the dial gauge. If pressure drops below desired setting, it will be necessary to bring pressure to the correct setting and begin processing countdown from the beginning for the full amount of time.

Helpful Hint: To more easily maintain pressure, it may be

beneﬁcial to reduce the heat when the dial gauge registers 1½ to 2 pounds less than the desired pressure. However, do not begin the processing countdown until correct pressure is reached.

10. At the end of processing time, turn burner to “off” and remove canner from heat source. NOTE: Lift pressure canner to remove it from burner. Sliding cookware can leave scratches on stovetops.

11. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Do not attempt to speed the cooling of the canner, which can cause jar breakage, liquid loss from the jars and other problems. Pressure is completely reduced when the air vent/cover lock and overpressure plug have dropped and no steam escapes when the pressure regulator is lifted. Do not use the dial gauge as an indicator for when pressure is completely reduced.

12. When pressure has been completely reduced, remove pressure regulator from vent pipe and let canner cool for 10 minutes. Do not remove the pressure regulator until pressure

Fig. K

is completely reduced and the air vent/cover lock has dropped. Always remove pressure regulator before opening the cover.

Air Vent/Cover Lock

in DOWN Position. No Pressure in Unit.

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Air Vent/Cover

Lock in UP Position.

Pressure in Unit.

13. To remove cover, turn counterclockwise until cover hits stop (Fig. K). Cover handles will be

beyond the body handles. If cover seems to stick or is hard to turn, do not force it open. Sticking may indicate that there is still pressure inside the canner. If in doubt about pressure being completely reduced, let the canner stand until cool before removing the cover.

14. Lift canner cover toward you to keep steam away from you

Fig. L

when opening (Fig. L).

15. Remove jars from canner. Set jars upright on board or cloth, away from draft to cool. When jars are cold, test seal, remove bands, wipe jars, label, date, and store in a cool, dry place.

CaRe and MainTenanCe

1. The outside surface may be kept bright and shiny by cleaning with a good silver polish or simply by washing with soap and water. Iron and various minerals in water and foods may darken the inside of the canner, but this discoloration will in no way affect food cooked. These stains may be removed by using a solution of water and cream of tartar. For each quart of water, use one tablespoon cream of tartar. Pour enough solution into the canner to cover the discoloration (do not ﬁll

over

⁄3 full), then close cover securely. Place regulator on vent pipe and heat until 15 pounds pressure is reached. Remove canner from heat; allow canner to stand two to three hours. Remove regulator, open canner, and empty contents. Scour thoroughly with a soap impregnated steel wool cleaning pad; wash, rinse, and dry.

Due to the acidic nature of the water supply in some areas,

deterioration of the interior surface of the canner body may occur. To minimize this effect, thoroughly scour the inside of the canner body with an abrasive cleanser at least once a year.

2. Each time the canner is washed, remove the sealing ring and wash in warm, sudsy water, rinse, dry, and replace in cover.

3. The air vent/cover lock may be removed for occasional cleaning or for replacing the small gasket. To remove the air vent/cover lock, grasp and hold secure the cup portion on the underside of the cover with your ﬁngers (Fig. M). Using the ﬁngers of your other hand, turn the pin portion of the air vent/cover lock on the

Small Gasket

Cover

Threaded

Fig. M

Cup

shaft

top side of the cover counterclockwise until the pin is free of the cup portion. Lift the pin out of the cover and remove the cup from under the cover. Carefully pull the small gasket off the threaded shaft on the cup portion. Wash all parts in warm, sudsy water. Use a soft cloth or small nylon brush to clean the cover hole.

4. To reassemble the air vent cover lock, place the small gasket over the threaded shaft of the cup portion. Reinsert the cup portion by pushing the threaded shaft through the air vent/ cover lock opening from the underside of the cover (Fig. M). Screw the pin portion clockwise onto the threaded shaft until it is not possible to tighten it any further.

5. The overpressure plug can be removed for cleaning by pushing it out of its opening from the top of the cover. After cleaning, reinsert the plug by pushing 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. When the overpressure plug is properly installed, the word (TOP) will be visible on the overpressure plug when viewing the outside of the cover (Fig. N).

Fig. N

Cover

Top

Overpressure Plug

Indented Portion

If the overpressure plug is ever forced out of its cover open-

ing due to excess pressure while cooking or canning, it is important to call the Test Kitchen at 1-800-368-2194. Do not

attempt to use the released overpressure plug.

6. Pouring water into a dry overheated canner may crack the metal.

7. Do not strike the rim of the canner body with any cooking utensil as this will cause nicks which may damage the rim and allow steam to escape.

8. When your pressure canner is not in use, invert the cover on the

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canner body and store in a dry place. Storing the canner with the cover locked on may cause unpleasant odors and deform the sealing ring.

9. To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance,

replace the overpressure plug every time you replace the sealing ring or sooner if it becomes hard, deformed, cracked, worn, or pitted. Replace the sealing ring and overpressure plug at least every three years. Failure to follow these instructions could result in bodily injury or property damage.

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

11. If leakage of moisture or steam develops while using your canner, check the following possible causes:

 The formation of a small amount of moisture under the

pressure regulator is normal when canning or cooking ﬁrst begins. This condensation is a result of the temperature of the pressure regulator being lower than the rest of the canner. If excess condensation continues, the vent pipe may be loose and should be tightened with an adjustable wrench.

 Leakage between the cover and body is usually caused by

shrinkage of the sealing ring after prolonged use. Replace the sealing ring and overpressure plug.

 A slight amount of leakage around the air vent/cover lock

is normal when canning or 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 (see page 11, step 6). Clean the air vent/cover lock occasionally to assure that it operates correctly (see page 15, step 3). Replace the small gasket if cracked or nicked.

 A small amount of steam or moisture may be visible around

the overpressure plug when canning or cooking begins. This will stop when the overpressure plug seals. If leakage continues, clean or replace the overpressure plug (see page 16, step 5).

 Do not operate your pressure canner with continual leakage.

If the preceding steps do not correct the problem, return the entire unit to the Presto Factory Service Department (see page 77).

12. The dial gauge is a delicate instrument which must be handled with care. Do not submerse cover or let gauge come in contact with any liquid. The pressure dial gauge needs to be checked for accuracy prior to each canning season and if any of the following conditions exist: cover has been submerged in water or dropped, gauge glass is broken or has fallen out, parts are rusty, pointer is not in the “0” block, or if you believe the gauge may not be accurate. The gauge can usually be checked at your local county extension ofﬁce. If you are unable to have your dial gauge checked locally, carefully remove the gauge and send it to the Presto Consumer Service Department. See Service Information on page 77. An accurate gauge is necessary to help prevent food spoilage and possible food poisoning.

13. If the pressure canner becomes difﬁcult to open or close, replace the sealing ring.

14. IMPORTANT: 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 three years.

Before inserting a new sealing ring, clean the sealing ring

groove with a brush.

Any maintenance required for this product, other than normal

household care and cleaning, should be performed by the Presto Factory Service Department (see page 77).

PRessuRe CanninG

fRuiTs and ToMaToes

Fruits and tomatoes may be processed using pressure canning or boiling water canning. The pressure processing method for fruits and tomatoes gives a heat treatment equivalent to the much longer processing time required with the boiling water method.

Select ﬁrm, fully-ripened but not soft fruit or tomatoes. Do not can overripe foods. Some fruits tend to darken while they are being prepared. To prevent the darkening, place fruit in an ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to 1 gallon water) or use ascorbic acid or citric acid mixtures according to package instructions.

Although fruit has better color, shape, and ﬂavor when it is canned with sugar, it may be canned unsweetened if desired. White sugar is preferable to brown sugar for canning. Light corn syrup or honey may be used to replace up to one-half the sugar.

The amount of sugar desirable to use in preparing syrups will depend upon the tartness of the fruit and on family preference. It should be remembered that fruit, when heated, releases some of its juices which will dilute the syrup in proportion to the juiciness of the fruit.

SYRUPS FOR CANNING FRUITS

SUGAR PER YIELD OF SYRUP QUART OF LIQUID SYRUP

Very Light 1 cup 4½ cups Light 2 cups 5 cups Medium 3 cups 5½ cups

Heavy 4¾ cups 6½ cups

Heat sugar with water or juice until sugar is dissolved. Add fruit and cook until heated through. Pack fruit into clean Mason jars to within ½-inch of top of jar. Cover with hot liquid leaving ½-inch headspace. The liquid may be syrup, fruit juice, or plain water. For steps on boiling water canning, refer to page 43.

When pressure canning at altitudes of 2,000 feet or below or boiling water canning at altitudes of 1,000 feet or below, process according to speciﬁc recipe. When canning at higher altitudes, process according to the following charts.

Altitude and Pressure Chart for Pressure Canning Fruit

Altitude Pounds of Pressure for Pints and Quarts

2,001 – 4,000 ft. 7 lbs. 4,001 – 6,000 ft. 8 lbs. 6,001 – 8,000 ft. 9 lbs.

Altitude and Pressure Chart for Pressure Canning Tomato Recipes

Altitude Pounds of Pressure for Pints and Quarts

2,001 – 4,000 ft. 12 lbs. 4,001 – 6,000 ft. 13 lbs. 6,001 – 8,000 ft. 14 lbs.

Processing time is the same at all altitudes.

Altitude Chart for Boiling Water Canning Fruit and Tomato Recipes

Altitude Processing Time for Pints and Quarts

1,001 – 3,000 ft. increase processing time 5 minutes 3,001 – 6,000 ft. increase processing time 10 minutes 6,001 – 8,000 ft. increase processing time 15 minutes

CANNING RECIPES: FRUITS AND TOMATOES

APPLES

Wash, peel, and cut apples into pieces. Place apples in an ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to 1 gallon water) to prevent darkening during preparation. Drain well. Boil apples in a light syrup or water for 5 minutes. Pack hot apples in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Cover apples with hot syrup or water, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 8 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints and quarts 20 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

APPLESAUCE

Wash, peel, and core apples. If desired, slice apples into ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to 1 gallon water) to prevent darkening. Drain well. Place slices in a pan. Add ½ cup water. Cook until apples are tender. Press through food mill or sieve. Sweeten to taste. Reheat sauce to boiling. Pack into clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints 8 minutes and quarts 10 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 15 minutes and quarts 20 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

APRICOTS

Wash well-ripened, ﬁrm apricots. If peeled apricots are desired, dip 1 minute in boiling water, then in cold water, and peel. Cut apricots in halves and remove pits. Place apricots in an ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to 1 gallon water) to prevent darkening during preparation. Drain well. Heat apricots through in a very light, light, or medium syrup or water (see page 19). Pack hot apricots, cut side down, in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Cover with boiling syrup or water, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 10 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 20 minutes and quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

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BERRIES (EXCEPT STRAWBERRIES)

Wash ﬁrm berries carefully, removing caps and stems. Heat berries in boiling water for 30 seconds and drain. Pack hot berries in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Cover with boiling syrup or water, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 8 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints and quarts 15 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

CHERRIES

Wash cherries and remove stems. Remove pits, if desired. If canning whole cherries, prick each cherry with a clean needle to prevent splitting. Heat cherries with ½ cup water or syrup to each quart of cherries. Cover pan and bring to a boil. Pack hot cherries and cooking liquid in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints 8 minutes and quarts 10 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 15 minutes and quarts 20 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

PEACHES

Wash fully-ripened but not soft peaches. Loosen skins by dipping peaches 1 minute in boiling water, then in cold water, and peel. Cut peaches in half and remove pits. Slice if desired. Place peaches in an ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to 1 gallon water) to prevent darkening during preparation. Drain well. Heat peaches through in very light, light, or medium syrup or water (see page 19). Pack hot peaches, cut side down, in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Cover with boiling syrup or water, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 10 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 20 minutes and quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

PEARS

Wash pears. Peel, cut in half lengthwise, and core. Slice pears, if desired. Place pears in an ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to 1 gallon water) to prevent darkening during preparation. Drain well. Boil pears 5 minutes in very light, light, or medium syrup or water (see page 19). Pack hot pears in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Cover with boiling syrup or water, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 10 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 20 minutes and quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

PLUMS

Wash ﬁrm, ripe plums. Remove stems. If plums are to be canned whole, prick each side with a fork. Freestone varieties may be cut in halves and pitted. Heat plums to boiling in very light, light, or medium syrup (see page 19). Boil 2 minutes. Cover saucepan and let stand 20 to 30 minutes. Pack hot plums in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Cover with boiling syrup or water, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 10 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 20 minutes and quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

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RHUBARB

Wash young, tender rhubarb. Remove ends and cut into ½-inch pieces. Add ½ cup sugar to each quart of rhubarb. Let stand until juice appears. Heat rhubarb slowly to boiling. Pack hot rhubarb in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 6 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 8 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints and quarts 15 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

TOMATOES—WHOLE OR HALVED

(packed raw without added liquid)

Wash medium, smooth, ﬁrm, ripe tomatoes. Loosen skins by dipping tomatoes 1 minute in boiling water, then in cold water. Peel and remove core. Leave whole or halve. Add 2 tablespoons of bottled lemon juice or ½ teaspoon of citric acid per quart of tomatoes. For pints, use 1 tablespoon bottled lemon juice or ¼ teaspoon citric acid. Add 1 teaspoon salt to each quart, ½ teaspoon to each pint, if desired. Fill jars with raw tomatoes, pressing until spaces between them ﬁll with juice. Leave ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 11 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints and quarts 85 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

TOMATO JUICE

Wash ripe, juicy tomatoes. Remove stem ends and cut into pieces. To prevent juice from separating, quickly cut about 1 pound of fruit into quarters and put directly into saucepan. Heat immediately to boiling while crushing. Continue to slowly add and crush freshly cut tomato quarters to the boiling mixture. Make sure the mixture boils constantly and vigorously while adding the remaining tomatoes. Simmer 5 minutes after all pieces are added. If juice separation is

not a concern, simply slice or quarter tomatoes into a large saucepan. Crush, heat, and simmer for 5 minutes before juicing.

Press heated juice through a sieve or food mill to remove skins and seeds.

Add 2 tablespoons of bottled lemon juice or ½ teaspoon citric acid to each quart. Add 1 tablespoon of bottled lemon juice or ¼ teaspoon citric acid to each pint.

Heat juice again to boiling. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to each quart, ½ teaspoon to each pint, if desired. Fill jars with hot tomato juice, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 11 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 15 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 35 minutes and quarts 40 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

TOMATO SAUCE

Prepare and press as for making tomato juice (see recipe on page 24). Heat in large saucepan until sauce reaches desired consistency. Simmer until volume is reduced by about one-third for thin sauce, or by one-half for thick sauce. Add 2 tablespoons of bottled lemon juice or ½ teaspoon of citric acid to each quart. Add 1 tablespoon of bottled lemon juice or ¼ teaspoon citric acid to each pint. Pour hot sauce in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Pressure canning: Process at 11 pounds pressure, pints and quarts 15 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended pounds of pressure.

Boiling water canning: Process pints 35 minutes and quarts 40 minutes. For processing above 1,000 feet altitude, see page 20 for recommended time.

SALSA

Process salsa using the boiling water method. Refer to page 45 for tested canning recipe.

PRessuRe CanninG

VeGeTables

Pressure canning is the only safe method for canning vegetables.

Young, tender, fresh vegetables, slightly immature, are better for canning than those which are overripe. As a rule, vegetables are best if canned immediately after picking, since ﬂavor decreases upon standing and often unpleasant color changes take place. Avoid bruising vegetables because spoilage organisms grow more rapidly on bruised vegetables than on unblemished ones.

Wash and prepare garden fresh vegetables as you would for cooking.

To raw pack vegetables, simply place the prepared vegetables into clean, hot Mason jars and cover with boiling water.

To hot pack vegetables, precook in boiling water until heated through. Pack pre-cooked vegetables into clean, hot Mason jars and cover with boiling water. Whenever possible, the precooking water should be used as liquid to cover the vegetables after packing into Mason jars. However, there are a few vegetables, such as greens and asparagus, which make the cooking water bitter and undesirable to use.

When packing vegetables, leave 1-inch headspace in Mason jars.

Foods may be processed with or without salt. If salt is desired, use only canning salt. Table salt contains a ﬁller which may cause cloudiness in bottom of jars. Add ½ teaspoon canning salt to each pint jar, 1 teaspoon to each quart jar, if desired.

Follow step-by-step directions beginning on page 10 for canning procedure. Process speciﬁc vegetables according to the following recipes.

When pressure canning at altitudes of 2,000 feet or below, process according to speciﬁc recipe. When canning at higher altitudes, process according to the following chart.

Altitude and Pressure Chart for Canning Vegetables

Altitude Pounds of Pressure for Pints and Quarts

2,001 – 4,000 ft. 12 lbs. 4,001 – 6,000 ft. 13 lbs. 6,001 – 8,000 ft. 14 lbs.

Processing time is the same at all altitudes.

CANNING RECIPES: VEGETABLES

ASPARAGUS

Wash and drain asparagus. Remove tough ends and scales. Rinse. Leave asparagus whole or cut into pieces.

Raw Pack: Pack raw asparagus tightly in clean, hot Mason

jars, leaving 1-inch headspace.

Hot Pack: Cover asparagus with boiling water and boil 2 or

3 minutes. Pack hot asparagus loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace.

Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 30 minutes and Quarts 40 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see chart above for recommended pounds of pressure.

BEANS OR PEAS—DRY

Sort out and discard any discolored seeds. Rehydrate beans or peas using one of the following methods:

 Place dry beans or peas in a large pot and cover with water.

Soak 12 to 18 hours in a cool place. Then drain.

 Cover beans with boiling water in a saucepan. Boil 2 minutes,

remove from heat and soak 1 hour. Then drain.

Cover beans soaked by either method with fresh water and boil 30 minutes.

Hot Pack: Fill clean, hot Mason jars with beans or peas and

cooking water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds of pressure – Pints 75 minutes and Quarts 90 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

BEANS—GREEN, WAX, ITALIAN

Wash young, tender beans thoroughly. Remove stem and blossom ends or any “strings”. Leave whole or cut into 1-inch pieces.

Raw Pack: Pack raw beans tightly in clean, hot Mason jars

leaving 1-inch head space.

Hot Pack: Cover beans with boiling water and boil 5 minutes.

Pack hot beans loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch head space.

Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 20 minutes and Quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

BEANS—FRESH LIMA

Shell and wash young, tender beans thoroughly.

Raw Pack: Pack raw lima beans loosely in clean, hot Mason

jars, leaving 1-inch headspace in pint jars. For quarts, leave 1½-inches headspace if beans are small; and 1¼-inches headspace if beans are large.

Hot Pack: Cover beans with boiling water and bring to a boil.

Boil 3 minutes. Pack hot beans loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace.

Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 40 minutes and Quarts 50 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

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BEETS

Trim tops of young, tender beets, leaving 1 inch of stem and roots to reduce bleeding of color. Wash thoroughly. Cover with boiling water and boil 15 to 25 minutes or until skins slip off easily. Remove skins, stems, and roots. Small beets may be left whole. Cut medium or large beets into ½-inch cubes or slices; halve or quarter very large slices. Pack hot beets in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 30 minutes and Quarts 35 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

CARROTS

Wash thoroughly and scrape young, tender carrots. Carrots may be left whole, sliced, or diced.

Raw Pack: Pack raw carrots tightly in clean, hot Mason jars,

leaving 1-inch headspace.

Hot Pack: Cover carrots with boiling water, bring to a boil

and simmer 5 minutes. Pack hot carrots in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace.

Cover with boiling water leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 25 minutes and Quarts 30 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

CORN—WHOLE KERNEL

Husk and remove silk from young, tender, freshly picked corn; wash ears. Blanch 3 minutes in boiling water. Cut corn from cob at about ¾ the depth of the kernel. Do not scrape cob.

Raw Pack: Pack raw corn loosely in clean, hot Mason jars,

leaving 1-inch headspace.

Hot Pack: To each quart of corn add 1 cup boiling water; heat

to boiling and simmer 5 minutes. Pack hot corn loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace.

Cover with boiling water leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 55 minutes and Quarts 85 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

GREENS

Sort young, tender, freshly picked greens discarding wilted tough leaves, stems, and roots. Wash greens thoroughly. Do not raw pack greens. Place approximately 1 pound of greens at a time in a cheese cloth bag and steam 3 to 5 minutes or until well wilted. Pack hot greens loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover with fresh boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 70 minutes and Quarts 90 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

MUSHROOMS

Trim stems and discolored parts of mushrooms. Soak mushrooms in cold water for 10 minutes to remove soil. Wash in clean water. Leave small mushrooms whole; cut larger ones in halves or quarters. Cover with water in a saucepan and boil 5 minutes. Pack hot mushrooms in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. For better color, add 1⁄8 teaspoon of ascorbic acid per pint. Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Half pints and Pints 45 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

OKRA

Wash and trim young, tender okra pods. Remove stem, without cutting into pods if okra is to be canned whole. If desired, slice okra into 1-inch pieces. Cover okra with boiling water and boil 2 minutes. Pack hot okra in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 25 minutes and Quarts 40 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

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PEAS—GREEN

Wash and shell young, tender freshly picked green peas. Rinse.

Raw Pack: Pack peas loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving

1-inch headspace. Do not shake or press down.

Hot Pack: Cover peas with boiling water and bring to a boil.

Boil 2 minutes. Pack hot peas loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Do not shake or press down.

Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints and Quarts 40 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

PEPPERS—HOT OR SWEET

(including bell, chile, jalapeño, and pimiento)

Preparation of Chile peppers— Cut two or four slits in each pepper, and blister using one of the following methods:

 Oven or broiler method: Place chile peppers in a 400° oven or

broiler for 6 to 8 minutes until skins blister.

 Range-top method: Cover hot burner, either gas or electric with

heavy wire mesh. Place chilies on burner for several minutes until skins blister.

Allow peppers to cool. Place in a pan and cover with a damp cloth. After several minutes, peel peppers. Remove stems and seeds.

Preparation of other peppers—Remove stems and seeds; blanch 3 minutes.

Hot Pack: Small peppers may be left whole. Large peppers

may be quartered. Pack peppers loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds of pressure – Pints 35 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

POTATOES—SWEET

Wash sweet potatoes. Boil or steam just until partially soft (15 to 20 minutes). Remove skins and cut into pieces. CAUTION: Do not mash or puree potatoes. Pack hot sweet potatoes in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 65 minutes and Quarts 90 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

POTATOES—WHITE

Wash, scrape, and rinse new potatoes 1 to 2½ inches in diameter. If desired, cut into ½-inch cubes. Place in ascorbic acid solution (1 teaspoon ascorbic acid to 1 gallon water) to prevent darkening. Drain. Cover potatoes with hot water; bring to a boil and boil whole potatoes for 10 minutes, cubes for 2 minutes. Pack hot potatoes in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 35 minutes and Quarts 40 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

PUMPKIN AND WINTER SQUASH

Wash and remove seeds. Cut into 1-inch slices and peel. Cut ﬂesh into 1-inch cubes. Boil 2 minutes in water. CAUTION: Do not mash or puree. Pack hot squash cubes loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover with boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 55 and Quarts 90 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 27 for recommended pounds of pressure.

PRessuRe CanninG MeaT

Pressure canning is the only safe method for canning meat.

All meat should be handled carefully to avoid contamination from the time of slaughtering until the products are canned. Animals should be correctly slaughtered, canned promptly or kept under refrigeration until processed. If you slaughter your own meat, contact your local county agricultural agent for complete information on slaughtering, chilling, and aging the meat.

Keep meat as cool as possible during preparation for canning, handle rapidly and process meat as soon as it is packed. Most meats need only be wiped with a damp cloth. Use lean meat for canning; remove most of the fat. Cut off gristle and remove large bones. Cut into pieces convenient for canning.

To prepare broth, place bony pieces in saucepan and cover with cold water. Simmer until meat is tender. Discard fat. Add boiling broth to jars packed with precooked meat and poultry.

Meat should not be browned with ﬂour nor should ﬂour be used in the broth to make gravy for pouring over the packed meat. Pack hot meat loosely, leaving 1-inch headspace in Mason jars.

Meats may be processed with or without salt. If salt is desired, use only canning salt. Table salt contains a ﬁller which may cause cloudiness in bottom of jar. Use ½ teaspoon salt to each pint, 1 teaspoon to each quart. More or less salt may be added to suit individual taste.

Follow step-by-step directions beginning on page 10 for canning procedure. Process meats according to the following recipes.

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When pressure canning at altitudes of 2,000 feet or below, process according to speciﬁc recipe. When canning at higher altitudes, process according to the following charts.

Altitude and Pressure Chart for Canning Meat,

Poultry, Fish, Seafood, and Soup

Altitude Pounds of Pressure for Pints and Quarts

2,001 – 4,000 ft. 12 lbs. 4,001 – 6,000 ft. 13 lbs. 6,001 – 8,000 ft. 14 lbs.

GROUND MEAT

Bear, Beef, Pork, Lamb, Veal, and Venison

With venison add one part high quality pork fat to three or four parts venison before grinding. Use freshly made sausage, seasoned with salt and cayenne pepper (sage may cause a bitter off-ﬂavor). Add 1 teaspoon salt to each pound of ground meat if desired. Mix well. Shape meat into patties or balls or cut cased sausage into 3- to 4-inch links. Cook until lightly browned. Ground meat may be sautéed without shaping. Remove excess fat. Fill jars with pieces, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover meat with boiling broth or water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Processing time is the same at all altitudes.

CANNING RECIPES: MEAT

CUT-UP MEAT (strips, cubes, or chunks)

Bear, Beef, Pork, Lamb, Veal, and Venison

Remove excess fat. Soak strong-ﬂavored wild meats for 1 hour in brine water containing 1 tablespoon of salt per quart of water. Rinse. Remove large bones and cut into desired pieces.

Raw Pack: Fill jars with raw meat pieces, leaving 1-inch

headspace. DO NOT ADD LIQUID. Adjust jar lids.

Hot Pack: Precook meat until rare by broiling, boiling, or

frying. Pack hot meat loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Cover meat with boiling broth, water, or tomato juice (especially with wild game) leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 75 minutes and Quarts 90 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see the chart above for recommended pounds of pressure.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 75 minutes and Quarts 90 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

PRessuRe CanninG PoulTRY

Pressure canning is the only safe method for canning poultry.

Cut poultry into convenient pieces for packing and precook until medium done or until pieces, when cut, show almost no pink color at the bone.

Precook by boiling in water or in a concentrated broth for more ﬂavor. Make broth from bones and bony pieces, neck, back, and wing tips. Pack hot meat in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Do not pack food tightly.

Poultry may be processed with or without salt. If salt is desired, use only canning salt. Table salt contains a ﬁller which may cause cloudiness in bottom of jar. Use ½ teaspoon salt to each pint, 1 teaspoon to each quart.

Follow step-by-step directions beginning on page 10 for canning procedure. Process poultry according to the following recipes.

CANNING RECIPES: POULTRY

CUT-UP POULTRY

Cut poultry into serving size pieces. If desired, remove bone. Boil, steam, or bake poultry slowly to medium done. Poultry is medium done when pink color in center is almost gone. Pack hot poultry loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1¼-inches headspace. Cover poultry with boiling broth or water, leaving 1¼-inches headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure With Bone Without Bone

Pints 65 minutes 75 minutes Quarts 75 minutes 90 minutes

For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

RABBIT

Soak dressed rabbits 1 hour in water containing 1 tablespoon of salt per quart. Rinse and remove excess fat. Cut into serving size pieces. Boil, steam, or bake to medium done. Rabbit is medium done when pink color in center is almost gone. Pack hot rabbit loosely in clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1¼-inches headspace. Cover rabbit with boiling broth or water leaving 1¼-inches headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure With Bone Without Bone

Pints 65 minutes 75 minutes Quarts 75 minutes 90 minutes

For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

PRessuRe CanninG

fisH and seafood

Pressure canning is the only safe method for canning ﬁsh and seafood.

Only fresh ﬁsh should be canned and these should be bled and thoroughly cleaned of all viscera and membranes when caught, or as soon as possible. Canning should be restricted to proven varieties where it is deﬁnitely known that a product of good quality may be obtained.

Follow step-by-step directions beginning on page 10 for canning procedure. Process ﬁsh and seafood according to the following recipes.

CANNING RECIPES: FISH AND SEAFOOD

CLAMS—WHOLE OR MINCED

Keep clams on ice until ready to can. Scrub shells thoroughly and rinse. Steam 5 minutes and open. Remove clam meat. Collect and save clam juice. Wash clam meat in salted water using 1 teaspoon of salt for each quart of water. Rinse. In a saucepan, cover clam meat with boiling water containing 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or ½ teaspoon of citric acid per gallon. Boil 2 minutes and drain. To make minced clams, grind clams with a meat grinder or food processor. Fill jars loosely with pieces, leaving 1-inch headspace and add hot clam juice and boiling water if needed, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Half pints 60 minutes and Pints 70 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

CRAB

Keep live crabs on ice until ready to can. Wash crabs thoroughly. Place crabs in water containing ¼ cup lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of salt per gallon. Simmer 20 minutes. Cool in cold water and drain. Remove back shell and then remove meat from body and claws. Soak meat 2 minutes in cold water containing 2 cups lemon juice or 4 cups of white vinegar and 2 tablespoons of salt per gallon. Drain and remove excess moisture. Pack loosely into clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Add ½ teaspoon citric acid or 2 tablespoons lemon juice to each half-pint jar; 1 teaspoon citric acid or 4 tablespoons lemon juice per pint jar. Add hot water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Half pints 70 minutes and Pints 80 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

FISH—GENERAL METHOD

For all ﬁsh except tuna. Clean ﬁsh thoroughly; ﬁlet large ﬁsh or leave small pan ﬁsh whole. Cut into container length pieces. Pack with skin side of ﬁsh to the outside of the Mason jar, leaving 1-inch headspace. DO NOT ADD LIQUIDS. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 100 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

TUNA

Clean ﬁsh thoroughly. Place ﬁsh belly side down on a rack, in the bottom of a large baking pan. Precook ﬁsh at 350° for 1 hour. Refrigerate cooked ﬁsh overnight to ﬁrm the meat. Remove skin and backbone. Cut meat in pieces 1 inch shorter than Mason jars and pack solidly. Fill jars with hot cooking oil or boiling water, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Half pints and Pints 100 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

PRessuRe CanninG souPs

Pressure canning is the only safe method for canning soups.

Soup or soup stock is quickly and easily canned. Soup should always be cooked ready for serving, then poured into clean, hot Mason jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Generally, vegetable soups are more satisfactory if the stock and vegetable mixture is canned separately and combined at the time of serving.

Follow step-by-step directions beginning on page 10 for canning procedure. Process soups according to the following recipes.

CANNING RECIPES: SOUP

BEEF STOCK

Saw or crack fresh trimmed beef bones to enhance extraction of ﬂavor. Rinse bones and place in a large kettle, cover bones with water and simmer 3 to 4 hours. Remove bones. Cool broth; skim off and discard fat. Remove bits of meat from bones and add to broth, if desired. Reheat broth to boiling. Fill jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 20 minutes and Quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

CHICKEN STOCK

Place large carcass bones in stockpot, add enough water to cover bones. Cover and simmer 30 to 45 minutes or until meat can be easily removed from bones. Remove bones. Cool broth; skim off and discard fat. Remove bits of meat from bones and add to broth, if desired. Reheat broth to boiling. Fill jars, leaving 1-inch headspace. Adjust jar lids.

Process at 11 pounds pressure – Pints 20 minutes and Quarts 25 minutes. For processing above 2,000 feet altitude, see page 34 for recommended pounds of pressure.

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HelPful HinTs foR PRessuRe CanninG

 Bubbles often appear in the jar after it is removed from canner

because food is still boiling in jar. Ordinarily bubbles do not appear once the product has been allowed to thoroughly cool.

 Jar breakage during processing is caused by: (1) Packing jar too

solidly or overﬁlling; (2) Weakened, cracked jars; (3) Jars touching bottom of canner; (4) Lids improperly tightened; (5) Use of jars other than Mason jars.

 Liquid lost from jars during processing is caused by: (1) Packing

jar too solidly or overﬁlling; (2) Insufﬁcient exhaust period; (3) Variation or sudden lowering of temperature in the canner. When processing food, pressure regulator should not be taken off the vent pipe and cover should not be removed until air vent/cover lock has dropped and pressure has been completely reduced; (4) Failure to adjust jar lids according to manufacturer’s directions.

 The loss of liquid from jars during processing may be unattractive

but it will not affect the safety of the food as long as the jar was processed correctly and is sealed.

 It is better to overprocess food than underprocess. Underprocess-

ing may result in spoilage and unsafe food.

 Food spoilage or jars not sealing is caused by: (1) Failure to fol-

low exact timetables and recipes; (2) Failure to wipe sealing edge of jar clean before placing lid on jar; (3) Foods, seeds, or grease lodged between lid and jar; (4) Jars which are nicked or cracked or have sharp sealing edges; (5) Failure to adjust jar lids according to manufacturer’s directions; (6) Turning jars upside down while jars are cooling and sealing.

 Flat sour, a type of food spoilage, is caused by canning overripe

food or allowing precooked foods to stand in jar too long before processing. It may be prevented by using fresh products and properly processing, cooling, and storing. Flat sour shows no indication of spoilage until jar is opened.

 Mold can form only in the presence of air. Therefore, jars are not

sealed if mold is present.

 The black deposit sometimes found on the underside of a lid is

caused by tannins in the food or hydrogen sulﬁde which is liberated from the food by the heat of processing. This does not indicate spoilage.

 If a jar does not seal, use the food at once, freeze or repack using

different lids. Reprocess for the full recommended processing time.

 Two-piece vacuum caps seal by the cooling of the contents of the

jar, not through pressure of the screw band on the lid. Therefore, although the screw band is ﬁrmly tight, the jar is not sealed until cooled. During processing, the ﬂexible metal lid permits air to be exhausted from the jar.

 Adjust two-piece vacuum caps by screwing bands down evenly

and ﬁrmly until a point of resistance is met–ﬁngertip tight. Do not use undue exertion.

 It is not necessary for the liquid on canned meats to congeal. The

liquid will congeal only when there is a large amount of gelatin from cartilage or connective tissue present.

 The loss of color from beets, during canning, is usually due to

the variety of beets used or beets that are too old. If possible, can young, tender, very dark beets which are freshly gathered. Precook beets with 2 inches of the stem and all of the root on, as this helps to retain the juices.

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 Discoloration of peaches and pears on the top of the jar is often

due to enzyme activity which means that the processing time was not long enough or the temperature not high enough to render enzymes inactive.

 Fruit which has been canned without sugar will often turn brown

when exposed to air just as fresh fruit does.

 The diameter of Mason jars may vary from one manufacturer to

another. Before ﬁlling Mason jars, test load your canner. It may be necessary to double-deck pint and ½ pint jars to reach the maximum capacity of your canner as shown in the chart on page 9. It is recommended that you stagger the jars by placing one jar on top of two. Jars may touch. The canning rack which accompanied your Pressure Canner must be placed on the bottom of the canner to prevent jar breakage. Although it is not necessary to use a rack between layers of jars, if you wish to do so, a rack can be ordered from the Presto Consumer Service Department. See page 77 for address.

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HoW To Can foods usinG

boilinG WaTeR MeTHod

Note: Your 16-quart canner can be used as a boiling water canner for ½ pint and pint jars only. It is not tall enough to allow adequate space for quart jars.

1. Place cooking/canning rack on bottom of canner. Fill canner halfway with water.

2. Preheat water to 140°F for raw-packed foods and to 180°F for hot-packed foods.

3. Remove overpressure plug and pressure regulator from canner cover and set aside.

4. Use jar lifter to place ﬁlled jars, with lids and bands fastened according to manufacturer’s directions, on cooking/canning rack in canner.

5. Check water level. Add more boiling water, if needed, so the water level is at least 1 inch above jar tops.

6. Turn heat to its highest setting until water boils vigorously.

7. Look through the vent pipe on the canner cover to be certain it is open before placing cover on canner. To clean the vent pipe, draw a pipe cleaner or small brush through the openings; see page 11.

8. Place cover on canner, aligning the V mark on the cover with the

mark on the body handle and lock securely by turning in the

direction indicated to close the cover (clockwise). Cover handles

must be centered over body handles. Do not force beyond this position.

9. Set a timer for the minutes required for processing the food based on tested canning recipe.

10. Lower the heat setting to maintain a gentle boil throughout processing.

11. Add more boiling water, if needed, to keep the water level above the jars.

12. When jars have been processed for the recommended time, turn off the heat and remove the canner cover.

13. Using jar lifter, remove jars and place them on a towel, leaving at least 1-inch spaces between jars during cooling.

14. Allow jars to cool naturally 12 to 24 hours before checking for a seal. Do not retighten bands.

CANNING RECIPES: BOILING WATER METHOD

The following recipes are safely canned by the boiling water method. Do not pressure can these recipes because the food quality would be unacceptable.

APPLE BUTTER

16 medium apples (about 4 pounds) 4 cups sugar

To prepare pulp: Wash apples; remove stem and blossom ends; do not peel or core. Cut apples into small pieces. Add 2 cups water; cover; simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until apples are soft. Press through a sieve or food mill. Measure 2 quarts apple pulp.

To prepare butter: Combine apple pulp, sugar, and spices in a large saucepot. Cook slowly until thick enough to round up on a spoon. As pulp thickens, stir frequently to prevent sticking. (If too thick, add a small amount of water or apple juice for desired consistency.) Ladle hot butter into hot jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Adjust twopiece caps. Process 10 minutes using boiling water canning method described on page 43. Yield: about 5 pints.

2 quarts raspberries 1 package powdered pectin

⁄3 cup water

RASPBERRY JAM

Combine raspberries, pectin, water, lemon juice, and lemon peel in a large saucepot. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently. Add sugar, stirring until dissolved. Return to a rolling boil. Boil hard 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim foam, if necessary. Ladle hot jam into hot jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Adjust two-piece caps. Process 10 minutes using boiling water canning method described on page 43. Yield: about 5 half-pints.

BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES

4 pounds 4- to 6-inch cucumbers, cut into slices 2 pounds onions, thinly sliced (about 8 small)

⁄

cup canning salt

2 cups sugar

Combine cucumber and onion slices in a large bowl. Layer vegetables with salt; cover with ice cubes. Let stand 1½ hours. Drain; rinse. Combine remaining ingredients in a large saucepot; bring to a boil. Add drained cucumbers and onions and return to a boil. Pack hot pickles and liquid into hot jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles. Adjust two-piece caps. Process 10 minutes using boiling water canning method described on page 43. Yield: about 7 pints.

Note: For fresh pack pickled foods, allow 4 to 6 weeks for the product to cure and develop a satisfactory ﬂavor.

2 teaspoons cinnamon ¼ teaspoon cloves

1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 6 cups sugar

2 tablespoons mustard seed 2 teaspoons turmeric 2 teaspoons celery seed 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon peppercorns 3 cups vinegar, 5% acidity

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DILL PICKLES

8 pounds 4- to 6-inch cucumbers, cut lengthwise into halves

¾ cup sugar ½ cup canning salt 1 quart vinegar, 5% acidity

Wash and drain cucumbers. Combine sugar, salt, vinegar, and water in a large saucepot. Tie spices in a spice bag; add spice bag to vinegar mixture; simmer 15 minutes. Pack cucumbers into hot jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace; put one head of dill in each jar. Ladle hot liquid over cucumbers, leaving 1⁄4-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles. Adjust two-piece caps. Process pints 15 minutes using boiling water canning method described on page 43. Yield: about 7 pints.

Note: For fresh pack pickled foods, allow 4 to 6 weeks for the product to cure and develop a satisfactory ﬂavor.

1 quart water 3 tablespoons mixed pickling spices Green or dry dill (1 head per jar)

ZESTY SALSA

10 cups chopped, seeded, peeled, cored tomatoes (about 6 pounds) 5 cups chopped and seeded long green peppers (about 2 pounds) 5 cups chopped onions (about 1½ pounds)

Combine all ingredients in a large saucepot, adding hot pepper sauce, if desired. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Ladle hot salsa into hot jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Adjust two-piece caps. Process 15 minutes using boiling water canning method described on page 43. Yield: about 6 pints.

Note: When cutting or seeding hot peppers, wear rubber gloves to prevent hands from being burned.

For boiling water canning information for fruits and tomatoes, refer to page 19

For additional information and recipes, consult the Ball Blue Book or visit www.freshpreserving.com.

Recipes provided by Jarden Home Brands, marketers of Ball Fresh Preserving Products.

2½ cups chopped and seeded hot peppers (about 1 pound) 1¼ cups cider vinegar 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)

HoW To PRessuRe CooK foods

in YouR PRessuRe CanneR

To assure the very best results every time, carefully follow these stepby-step instructions for pressure cooking. You may ﬁnd it helpful to refer back to the diagrams on pages 3 through 5.

1. Prepare ingredients according to the directions in the pressure cooking recipe you have selected. Pour liquid into the canner 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 cooking rack into the canner, if called for in the recipe (see Helpful Hints on page 52 for guidance on when to use).

3. IMPORTANT: Look through the vent pipe to make certain that it is clear (Fig. O) before closing the cover. See safety information on page 50.

4. Place cover on canner, aligning the V mark on the cover with the

mark on the body handle

(Fig. P) and lock securely by turning in the direction indicated to close (clockwise). Cover handles must be

centered directly over body handles. Do not force beyond this position. If the cover is difﬁcult to lock at this point,

it is due to expansion of the canner from heating. If this occurs, remove cover and

Align the V mark on the cover with the

mark on the body handle.

allow the canner to cool slightly. Do not replace canner on burner until cover is in its fully closed position (cover h an dl es directly above body handles).

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Fig. O

Fig. P

5. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe. Heat canner until pressure dial gauge registers 15 pounds pressure. A relatively high heat setting is necessary for most range burners. Cooking time begins when pressure gauge registers 15 pounds pressure. Adjust heat to maintain 15 pounds pressure on the pressure dial gauge to prevent excess steam from escaping. (If the pressure regulator begins to rock before 15 pounds pressure is reached on the gauge, lower heat to maintain a slow, steady rocking motion of the pressure regulator and cook at this pressure.)

6. Cook for the length of time speciﬁed in recipe. When cooking time is completed, turn off gas burner or remove canner from electric burner. NOTE: Lift pressure canner to remove it from burner. Sliding cookware can leave scratches on stovetop. Reduce pressure according to recipe.

7A. When recipe states “let pressure drop of its own accord”,

set the canner aside to cool. Pressure is completely reduced when the air vent/cover lock and overpressure plug have dropped and no steam escapes when the pressure regulator is tilted. Do not use the pressure dial gauge as an indicator of when pressure is completely reduced.

7B. When recipe states “cool canner at once”, the canner must

be cooled immediately under a water faucet or by pouring water over it. NOTE: Do not set hot canner in a molded sink as it could damage the sink.

When the air vent/cover lock and overpressure plug have

dropped and no steam escapes when the regulator is tilted, pressure is completely reduced. Do not use the pressure dial gauge as an indicator of when pressure is completely reduced.

7C. Or, cool at once by placing the canner in a pan of cold water

until the air vent/cover lock and overpressure plug have dropped and no steam escapes when the regulator is tilted. Do not use the pressure dial gauge as an indicator of when pressure is completely reduced.

8. After the air vent /cover lock and overpressure plug have dropped and no steam escapes when the regulator is tilted, remove the pressure regulator. Do not remove the pressure regulator until pressure is completely reduced. Always remove the pressure regulator before opening the cover.

9. Remove cover by turning counter-clockwise until the

mark

on the body handle aligns with the V mark on the cover. Lift cover toward you to keep steam away from you. If the cover is locked or turns hard after the regulator is removed, there may still be some pressure in the canner. The cover should not be forced off. Cool the canner until the body is cool enough for the cover to be removed easily.

10. Remove food and serve.

iMPoRTanT safeTY

infoRMaTion

Cooking under pressure enables you to prepare food both quickly and deliciously. If used properly, your pressure canner 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 canner:

Never overﬁll the pressure canner. — The pressure regulator is designed to maintain cooking pressures at a safe level. It relieves excess pressure through the vent pipe as it rocks back and forth. Many foods tend to expand when cooked. If the canner 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 canner should never be ﬁlled above the ½ ﬁll line. foods, never ﬁll the canner above the

For your convenience,

both the levels are marked by indentations on the side of the pressure canner body (Fig. Q). The top marking indicates the 2⁄3

and the middle marking the 1⁄2 est marking is the 3-quart water level marking used for pressure canning.) In addition, in each section of the recipes you will ﬁnd instructions on the maximum ﬁll level for each type of food.

2. Always add cooking liquid. — If an empty pressure canner is

left on a hot burner or if a canner boils dry and is left on a heated

⁄3

and 1⁄2

full level. (The low-

full

full level

3-quart water line

⅔ ﬁll line.

⅔ Fill Line

For other

½ Fill Line

Fig. Q

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burner, the canner will overheat excessively causing possible discoloration and/or warping of the canner.

3. Always look through the vent pipe before using the canner

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, draw a pipe cleaner or small brush through the opening, as shown on page 11. Also clean the vent pipe nut as shown.

4. Always fully close the pressure canner. — The canner is fully

closed when the cover handles are directly above the body handles. Your pressure canner has specially designed lugs on the cover and body which lock the cover in place when the canner is fully closed. However, if the canner is not fully closed, the lugs cannot lock the cover onto the body. It’s possible that pressure could build inside the canner 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. Do not turn past handle alignment.

5. Never open the canner when it contains pressure. — The air

vent /cover lock provides a visual indication of pressure inside the canner. When it is up, there is pressure. When it is down, there is no pressure in the canner and it can be opened. If the pressure canner is opened before all of the pressure is released, the contents of the canner will erupt and could cause bodily injury or property damage.

6. Replace the overpressure plug if it is hard, deformed, cracked,

worn or pitted, or when replacing the sealing ring. Replace the sealing ring if it becomes hard, deformed, cracked, worn, pitted, or soft and sticky. — The overpressure plug is a secondary

pressure relief valve which is designed to relieve excess pressure by releasing from the canner 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 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 67. Using this method will keep foam at safe levels during cooking.

8. Never pressure cook applesauce, cranberries, rhubarb, cereals, pastas, or dried soup mixes. — These foods expand so much as a result of foaming and frothing that they should never be cooked under pressure.

HelPful HinTs foR

PRessuRe CooKinG MeaT

PRessuRe CooKinG

 Your favorite recipes may be adjusted for cooking in the canner

by following the general directions in this book for the particular type of food being cooked. Decrease the length of cooking time by two thirds, since pressure cooking is much faster than ordinary cooking methods. Because there is little evaporation from the canner, the amount of liquid should be decreased. Add about 2 cups more liquid than desired in the ﬁnished product. There must always be water or some other liquid in the bottom of the canner to form the necessary steam.

 Use the cooking rack 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 cooking rack.

 When the body of your canner is heated, the metal expands. There-

fore, it may be difﬁcult to close cover on heated body. When this happens, allow canner to cool slightly.

 Foods are quickly cooked in the canner. Therefore, to prevent

overcooking it is important to accurately time the cooking period.

 If your cooked food has more liquid than you desire, simmer to

evaporate excess liquid.

 When pressure cooking at high altitudes, cooking time should

be increased 5% for every 1000 feet above the ﬁrst 2000 feet. Following this rule, the time would be increased as follows:

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

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

 If you have questions on recipes or timetables write to: 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. Inquiries will be answered promptly by letter, phone, or email.

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Savory, tender meat is easily prepared in the canner. The most important step is to sear meat to a crispy brown on all sides to seal in natural juices.

Meat recipes are cooked at 15 pounds pressure.

Cooking time depends on the amount and distribution of fat and bone, toughness, size and thickness of cut, grade and cut of meat, and the manner in which the meat ﬁts into the canner. Rolled roasts require a longer cooking time per pound than roasts with bone. Short, chunky roasts take longer to cook than long, ﬂat roasts. Because of the difference in thickness, a small, thick roast requires a longer cooking time per pound than a heavier, ﬂat roast.

The following recipes were written for fresh or completely thawed meats. To cook frozen meats, thaw half an hour or more, just enough so that the meat will have contact with the bottom of the canner and 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, 30 minutes per pound.

After pressure cooking time is completed, serving size pieces of meat may be quick cooled. However, when cooking a roast cut of meat, pressure must drop of its own accord to be sure that pressure is reduced both within the roast and the canner.

After cooking, if more crispness is desired, place meat under a broiler 1 to 3 minutes. If gravy is desired, stir 2 to 4 tablespoons of ﬂour or cornstarch into ½ cup cold water. Heat liquid in canner and stir in ﬂour mixture. Heat to boiling, stir constantly for 1 minute or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

DO NOT FILL CANNER OVER 2⁄3 FULL!

These recipes are intended for pressure cooking and should not be canned.

COOKING RECIPES: MEAT

POT ROAST

9 lbs. beef shoulder or rump roast Salt and pepper

Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat well on all sides. Place cooking rack and roast in canner. Season roast with salt, pepper, and onion; add water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 45 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 15-18 servings.

¼ cup cooking oil 2 onions, sliced 4 cups water

SWISS STEAK

12 lbs. round steak, 1 inch thick cut into serving pieces 1 cup ﬂour Salt and pepper

Season ﬂour with salt and pepper; pound ﬂour into meat. Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat on both sides. Add remaining ingredients. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 24 servings.

¼ cup cooking oil 2 onions, chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 4 cups tomato juice

ITALIAN BEEF

9 lbs. rump or chuck roast 3 tablespoons cooking oil 3 onions, chopped 2 cups diced celery 3 carrots, chopped 3 bay leaves

Heat canner, add oil, and brown roast on all sides. Add prepared vegetables and seasonings. Blend tomato paste with broth and wine. Pour over meat. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 35 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Thicken gravy, if desired. 15-18 servings.

1 tablespoon salt, or as desired 2 cups sliced mushrooms 3 6-ounce cans tomato paste 2 10½-ounce cans beef broth 1½ cups red wine

BRAISED BEEF

6 slices salt pork 9 lbs. boneless beef, round or rump roast Salt and pepper Flour

Heat canner and brown salt pork. Season roast with salt and pepper; dredge in ﬂour. Brown roast well on all sides. Add water and vegetables. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 40 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 15-18 servings.

4 cups water 1 cup diced turnips 1 cup diced carrots 3 onions, chopped 1 cup chopped celery

SHORT RIBS OF BEEF

10 lbs. beef short ribs, cut into serving pieces 3 tablespoons cooking oil 3 onions, chopped 1 cup chopped celery

Heat canner, add oil, and brown ribs on all sides. Add remaining ingredients. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 40 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 15-18 servings.

1 green pepper, chopped 2 cups tomatoes 2 tablespoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 2 cups water

CORNED BEEF

12 lbs. corned beef 4 cups water

Cut garlic cloves in small pieces and insert in beef with a sharp knife. Place meat and water in canner. Add bay leaves. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 40-50 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 20-24 servings.

3 cloves garlic 3 bay leaves

HAM—BOILED

12 lbs. ham 5 cups water

Place ham and water in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 70 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 20-24 servings.

VIRGINIA HAM

10 lbs. ham 4 cups water

Place ham on cooking rack in canner. Add water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 60 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove ham. Sprinkle with sugar and dot with cloves. Brown in a hot oven. 15-18 servings.

1½ cups brown sugar Cloves

HAM SLICES

¼ cup cooking oil 4 slices ham, 1½ inches thick

Heat canner, add oil, and sear ham on all sides. Stud ham with cloves, if desired. Place cooking rack, ham, and water in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 25 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12-15 servings.

Cloves, if desired 3 cups water

PORK ROAST

6 lbs. pork roast 2 tablespoons cooking oil Salt and pepper

Heat canner, add oil, and brown roast well on all sides. Season with salt, pepper, and sliced onion; add water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 60 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

12-15 servings.

2 onions, sliced 4 cups water

LEMON PORK CHOPS

20 pork chops, ½ inch thick ¼ cup cooking oil 20 lemon slices 4 onions, cut into rings

Heat canner, add oil, and brown pork chops on both sides. Top each chop with a lemon slice. Add onion, salt, and pepper. Combine catsup and water; pour over chops. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Serve chops with the sauce.

20 servings.

1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 2 cups catsup 2 cups water

BREADED PORK CHOPS

18 pork chops, ¾ inch thick Salt and pepper 3 cups corn ﬂake crumbs 4 eggs, beaten

Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Dredge with corn ﬂake crumbs, then dip in combined egg and milk and again in crumbs. Heat canner, add oil, and brown pork chops on both sides. Place cooking rack, chops, and water in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 18 servings.

¼ cup milk ¼ cup cooking oil 2 cups water

SPARERIBS WITH BARBECUE SAUCE

10 lbs. spareribs, cut into serving pieces Salt and pepper Paprika 3 tablespoons cooking oil 4 onions, sliced 2 cups catsup

Season spareribs with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat canner, add oil, and brown ribs on all sides. Add onion. Combine catsup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and celery seed; pour over meat in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12-15 servings.

1 cup vinegar 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon celery seed 1 cup water

LEG OF LAMB

2 legs of lamb, 5-lbs. each 3 tablespoons cooking oil Salt and pepper

Heat canner, add oil, and brown lamb. Add salt, pepper, garlic, and water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 50 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 20-24 servings.

2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups water

CHINESE PINEAPPLE LAMB

GOURMET VEAL STEAK

12 lbs. veal round steak, cut into serving pieces ¼ cup cooking oil 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired 1 teaspoon pepper

Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; top with lemon slices. Add bouillon cubes dissolved in boiling water and wine. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 24 servings.

2 lemons, thinly sliced 2 chicken bouillon cubes 1 cup boiling water 1 cup sherry

6 lbs. boneless lamb, cut into 1½-inch cubes ¼ cup cooking oil 2 cups chopped onion 4 cups sliced celery 4 3-ounce cans mushrooms Salt and pepper

Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat. Add onion and celery; brown lightly. Add mushroom liquid, seasoning, and beef stock. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Add bean sprouts, pineapple, and mushrooms. Blend cornstarch and soy sauce and stir into mixture. Cook until thickened, stirring carefully. If desired, serve over chow mein noodles or steamed rice. 20-24 servings.

3 cups beef stock 2 16-ounce cans bean sprouts, drained 4 20-ounce cans pineapple chunks, drained 3 tablespoons cornstarch ½ cup soy sauce

VEAL ROAST

9 lbs. veal roast Salt and pepper Flour

Season meat and dredge with ﬂour. Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat well on all sides. Place cooking rack and roast in canner. Add bay leaves and water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 45 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 15-18 servings.

3 tablespoons cooking oil 2 bay leaves 4 cups water

BRAISED VEAL

9 lbs. veal roast ¼ cup cooking oil 1 onion, minced

Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat well on all sides. Place cooking rack and roast in canner. Add onion, seasonings, and water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 45 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 15-18 servings.

1 tablespoon salt, or as desired ¼ teaspoon thyme 4 cups water

TANGY VEAL CHOPS

18 veal chops, ¾ inch thick 3 tablespoons cooking oil Salt and pepper 2 teaspoons paprika ½ cup brown sugar

Heat canner, add oil, and brown chops on both sides. Combine seasonings, brown sugar, lemon juice, onion, and water. Pour over meat. Sprinkle olives over top. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove meat, thicken gravy, if desired. 18 servings.

3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 onions, chopped 2 cups water 20 stuffed olives, sliced

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PRessuRe CooKinG enTRees

Try these suggested entrees. Then experiment with entrees of your own. Entree recipes are cooked at 15 pounds pressure. Always remember to select foods that cook in the same length of time. Favorite recipes may be adjusted to pressure cooking by following the general directions for the particular type of food being cooked. Decrease the length of cooking time by two-thirds, since pressure cooking requires only one-third as much time as ordinary methods of cooking. Decrease the amount of liquid as there is little evaporation from the canner. Add about 2 cups more liquid than desired in the ﬁnished product.

DO NOT FILL CANNER OVER

These recipes are intended for pressure cooking and should not be canned.

COOKING RECIPES: ENTREES

SPAGHETTI MEAT SAUCE

6 lbs. ground beef 4 onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups chopped celery 2 green peppers, diced 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired

Heat canner and brown beef. Add remaining ingredients. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Serve sauce over spaghetti and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. 20-24 servings.

3 12-ounce cans tomato paste 3 quarts tomato juice ¼ cup sugar ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons oregano

⁄3 FULL!

BEEF GOULASH

6 lbs. chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes 3 tablespoons cooking oil Salt and pepper 1½ teaspoons paprika 4 cups water

Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add water, garlic, onions, allspice corns, and tomato paste. Place potatoes around meat. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12-15 servings.

4 garlic cloves, minced 8 onions, chopped 16 allspice corns 2 6-ounce cans tomato paste 12 potatoes

MEAT CABBAGE ROLLS

2 large heads cabbage Hot water 3 lbs. ground beef 2 tablespoons salt ¾ teaspoon pepper

Dip cabbage leaves in hot water. Dry leaves on towel. Combine meat, salt, pepper, cooked rice, and milk. Place a tablespoon of meat mixture onto each leaf; roll leaf around meat and fasten with toothpick. Place cooking rack and cabbage rolls in canner. Sprinkle with brown sugar and add water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12-15 servings.

3 cups cooked rice 3 cups milk 1⁄3 cup brown sugar 2 cups water

BEEF STEW

3 tablespoons cooking oil 4 lbs. beef, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 onions, sliced Salt and pepper 2 cups water 12 potatoes, halved

Heat canner, add oil, and brown meat. Add onion, salt, pepper, water, potatoes, green beans, carrots, and tomatoes. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 8 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Make a paste of ﬂour and ¾ cup water and stir into stew to thicken.

15-18 servings.

3 cups green beans 12 carrots, halved 3 cups tomatoes

* * * * * *

3 tablespoons ﬂour ¾ cup water

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CHILI CON CARNE

6 lbs. ground beef 4 onions, chopped 2 green peppers, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 16-ounce can tomato sauce 3 16-ounce cans tomatoes 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired

Heat canner and brown beef, breaking it apart to assure even browning. Add onions, green pepper, and garlic and brown lightly. Add remaining ingredients. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Stir in kidney beans and heat through.

18-20 servings.

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 cup water

* * * * * *

3 16-ounce cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed

PORK CHOPS WITH VEGETABLES

3 tablespoons cooking oil 15 pork chops, ¾ inch thick Salt and pepper

Heat canner, add oil, and brown pork chops on both sides. Season with salt and pepper. Add water, potatoes, and carrots. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 to 12 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 15 servings.

2 cups water 15 potatoes 15 carrots

SPARERIBS AND SAUERKRAUT

6 lbs. spareribs, cut into serving pieces 3 tablespoons cooking oil Salt and pepper

Heat canner, add oil, and brown ribs on both sides. Season with salt and pepper. Place sauerkraut over ribs and sprinkle with brown sugar. Add water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 15 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12 servings.

3 quarts sauerkraut 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 cups water

PORK HOCKS WITH SAUERKRAUT AND POTATOES

9 lbs. pork hocks 3 cups water ¼ teaspoon pepper

Place hocks, water, and pepper in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 45 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Add sauerkraut, onions, and potatoes. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12-15 servings.

2 quarts sauerkraut 2 onions, chopped 12 potatoes, halved

NEW ENGLAND BOILED DINNER

4 lbs. ham shank 3 cups water 12 potatoes, halved 12 onions, halved

Place ham and water in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 20 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Add vegetables and pepper. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 8 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12 servings.

12 carrots, halved 1 cabbage, cut in wedges 1 teaspoon pepper

LAMB STEW

3 tablespoons cooking oil

6 lbs. breast of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes Salt and pepper 3 green peppers, diced

Heat canner, add oil, and brown lamb well on all sides. Season with salt and pepper. Add green pepper, onion, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, and water. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 8 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12 servings.

8 onions, diced 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 12 carrots, cut in half 2 cups water

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PRessuRe CooKinG PoulTRY

Poultry recipes are cooked at 15 pounds pressure. Try the following suggested recipes and enjoy tasty poultry in a variety of sauces. Or, prepare your own favorite poultry dishes. When you wish to seal the natural juices into the poultry, sear to a crispy brown prior to pressure cooking. When it is desirable to intermingle food ﬂavors during cooking, it is best not to brown poultry; just cook it in the liquid indicated in the recipe.

DO NOT FILL CANNER OVER 2⁄3 FULL!

These recipes are intended for pressure cooking and should not be canned.

COOKING RECIPES: POULTRY

BRAISED WHOLE CHICKEN

3 3-lb. chickens 3 tablespoons cooking oil

Remove neck bone, fold skin down on breast and skewer in position. Fasten legs and wings close to side of body. Heat canner, add oil, and brown chickens on all sides. Season with salt and pepper. Place water, cooking rack, and chickens in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

15-18 servings.

CHICKEN IMPERIAL

9 lbs. chicken, cut into serving pieces ¼ cup cooking oil 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired 1 teaspoon pepper ½ cup minced onion

Salt and pepper 2 cups water

1 cup slivered almonds 4 4-ounce cans mushrooms 2 chicken bouillon cubes 1 cup hot water 1 cup white wine

CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS

9 lbs. chicken, cut into serving pieces 2 tablespoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper

Place all ingredients in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 5 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Prepare dumplings as follows.

3 carrots, chopped 3 onions, chopped 3 ribs celery, chopped 8 cups water

Dumplings

2 cups ﬂour 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 eggs

Sift ﬂour, salt, and baking powder. Beat eggs; add milk, oil, and parsley. Combine liquid and dry ingredients. Drop from teaspoon into hot chicken broth. Simmer without cover for 15 minutes. Thicken broth if desired. 15-18 servings.

2⁄3 cup milk 1⁄4 cup cooking oil 1 tablespoon parsley ﬂakes

CHICKEN MARENGO

9 lbs. chicken, quartered 1 tablespoon coarse black pepper 1 cup ﬂour 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired 1⁄3 cup cooking oil

Rub chicken with pepper. Dredge in ﬂour and season with salt. Heat canner, add oil and garlic. Brown chicken. Add mushrooms, tomatoes, and 1 cup wine. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove chicken from canner. Add remaining wine and simmer. Thicken, if desired. 15-18 servings.

2 cloves garlic, minced 4 3-ounce cans sliced mushrooms, drained (or 1 lb. mushrooms, sliced) 4 16-ounce cans tomatoes 2 cups dry white wine

Heat canner, add oil, and brown chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Add onions, almonds, mushrooms with liquid, bouillon cubes dissolved in hot water, and wine. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove chicken from canner, thicken gravy. If desired, serve chicken on bed of hot rice, top with gravy and toasted almonds. 15-18 servings.

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CORNISH HENS IN WHITE WINE

¼ cup cooking oil 8 cornish hens 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 2 cups white cooking wine

Heat canner, add oil, and brown hens. Season with salt and pepper. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over hens. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 8 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 8-12 servings.

HUNTER’S TURKEY

9 lbs. turkey, cut into serving pieces Flour, salt and pepper 1⁄3 cup cooking oil 3 onions, chopped 3 8-ounce cans tomato sauce

Dredge turkey in seasoned ﬂour. Heat canner, add oil, and brown turkey. Add combined onion, tomato sauce, chicken broth, bay leaf, thyme, marjoram, and Worcestershire sauce. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 10 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 15-18 servings.

FLORIDA DUCK

9 lbs. duck, cut into serving pieces Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon cooking oil

Remove as much fat as possible from duck. Season with salt and pepper. Heat canner, add oil, and brown duck. Pour off excess drippings. Combine cooking wine and orange rind. Pour over duck. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 12 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Remove duck and thicken gravy, if desired. 18 servings.

2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon 1 teaspoon thyme 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

1 cup chicken broth 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon marjoram 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

2 cups white cooking wine 2 tablespoons grated orange rind

PRessuRe CooKinG

dRY beans and Peas

The pressure canner is ideal for preparing dry beans and peas quickly. However, dry beans and peas have a tendency to froth and foam during cooking, which could cause the vent pipe to become blocked. There-

fore, it is necessary to use the following cautions when pressure cooking dry beans and peas:

(1) Never ﬁll the canner over the 1⁄2 full line (this includes

beans, ingredients, and water). (2) Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking. (3) Allow pressure to drop of its own accord.

SOAKING BEANS AND PEAS — Soaking is strongly recommend-

ed 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 canner. 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 on page 68. 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.

FOR DRY BEANS AND PEAS,

DO NOT FILL CANNER OVER 1⁄2 FULL!

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DRY BEANS AND PEAS TIMETABLE

Soak beans and peas, except lentils and black-eyed peas, according to information on page 67. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to cooking liquid. DO NOT COOK

SPLIT PEAS.

DO NOT FILL PRESSURE CANNER OVER

FOR DRY BEANS AND PEAS,

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

Lentils (brown, green) 3 – 5*

+ 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

* cooking time is for unsoaked beans

+ add

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

intact.

⁄2 FULL!

BOSTON BAKED BEANS

6 cups dried beans 1 lb. salt pork or bacon, diced ½ cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons dry mustard 1 cup molasses

Soak beans according to instructions on page 67. Drain and discard liquid. Heat canner and sear salt pork or bacon. Remove excess drippings. Add beans, remaining ingredients, and enough water to well cover beans. Do not ﬁll canner over ½ full. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 35 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Season to taste with salt.

12-15 servings.

1 cup catsup 4 onions, diced Water

* * * * * *

Salt, as desired

SAVORY WHITE BEANS

4 cups navy beans 6 cups chicken broth 2 cups chopped onion 2 cups sliced carrots 11⁄2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Soak beans according to instructions on page 67. Drain and discard liquid. Add all ingredients except salt to canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 2 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Season to taste with salt. 12-15 servings.

2 small bay leaves 3⁄4 teaspoon thyme 1⁄2 teaspoon rosemary

⁄2 teaspoon black pepper

Salt, as desired

LIMA BEANS WITH BACON

6 cups dried lima beans 1 lb. bacon, diced Water

* * * * * *

Salt, as desired

The recipes on the next page are intended for pressure cooking and should not be canned.

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Soak beans according to instructions on page 67. Drain and discard liquid. Heat canner and brown bacon. Add beans and enough water to well cover beans. Do not ﬁll canner over ½ full. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 3 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Season to taste with salt. 12-15 servings.

PRessuRe CooKinG souPs

Make homemade soups the easy way in your canner. If you wish to prepare your family’s favorite soup, use the following recipes as guides. Soup recipes are cooked at 15 pounds pressure.

Do not pressure cook soups containing barley, rice, pasta, split peas, or soup mixes with dried vegetables because they have a tendency to foam, froth, and sputter and could clog the vent pipe.

The canner quickly transfers natural ﬂavor and nutrients from the meat into the broth. Prepare either the Brown Beef Stock or the Chicken Stock according to the recipe. Remove the pieces of meat. If desired, cut into small pieces and use in soup recipes. Strain through several layers of cheesecloth. Once the stock is prepared, serve it as a consommé or use it to prepare delicious soups.

FOR SOUP RECIPES

DO NOT FILL CANNER OVER 1⁄2 FULL!

These recipes are intended for pressure cooking and should not be canned.

COOKING RECIPES: SOUP

VEGETABLE SOUP

4 lbs. soup meat 2 quarts water 6 carrots, diced 6 potatoes, diced 2 cups frozen lima beans

Place all ingredients in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 20 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12-15 servings.

4 cups canned or fresh tomatoes 1 cup diced celery 4 onions, sliced 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired

CHICKEN STOCK

4 lbs. chicken, cut into serving pieces 4 quarts water 1 cup diced celery

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

1 cup diced carrots 2 onions, chopped 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired

NAVY BEAN SOUP

4 cups dried navy beans 3 lbs. ham bone or shank 2 onions, chopped 4 carrots, sliced 4 ribs celery, sliced ¼ cup minced green pepper

Soak beans according to instructions on page 67. Drain and discard liquid. Place beans and remaining ingredients in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 30 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 12-15 servings.

2 cups tomato sauce 2 whole cloves 3 quarts water

* * * * * *

Salt and pepper, as desired

CLAM CHOWDER

1 lb. salt pork, cubed 6 cups water 4 onions, minced 12 cups diced potatoes 4 cups corn

Heat canner and brown salt pork. Add water, vegetables, salt, and pepper. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 5 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Add clams and boil, without cover, for 2 minutes. (Additional cooking will toughen clams.) Add milk and butter. 16 servings.

Salt and pepper

* * * * * *

4 quarts clams, minced 4 quarts hot milk ½ cup butter

BROWN BEEF STOCK

3 tablespoons cooking oil 4 lbs. beef, cubed 3 quarts water 1 cup sliced onion 1 cup diced carrots

Heat canner, add oil, and brown beef. Add remaining ingredients. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 20 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. Strain stock. 12-15 servings.

1 cup chopped celery 1 cup diced turnips 2 tablespoons parsley ﬂakes 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon salt, or as desired

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PRessuRe CooKinG desseRTs

Your canner offers a shortened method for preparing steamed breads and desserts. Actually the cooking time can be counted in minutes instead of hours. You will ﬁnd, too, that your canner is easier to use than the ordinary steamer because its pressure regulator acts as a means of measurement to assure constant heat to produce uniform even-textured products. Consult specific recipes for cooking

pressure.

Best results are obtained when 1- to 1½- quart molds are used. Any type of mold is satisfactory (metal, glass, earthenware, tin food cans). Remember, never ﬁll molds over 2⁄3 full; this extra top-space is to allow ample space for rising. If molds used do not have a cover, aluminum foil or several thicknesses of wax paper should be tied securely over the top to prevent condensed moisture from falling into mold. Because the ﬁrst part of the cooking period is steaming time, which permits foods to rise, at least three quarts water should be poured into the bottom of canner to allow for evaporation.

Adjust heat to allow a moderate ﬂow of steam from the vent pipe.

DO NOT FILL CANNER OVER 2⁄3 FULL!

These recipes are intended for pressure cooking and should not be canned.

COOKING RECIPES: DESSERTS

BROWN BETTY

2 cups dry bread crumbs ½ cup sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 lemon, juice and rind

Combine crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and grated rind. Place alternate layers of apples and crumb mixture in buttered bowl that may be set loosely in canner. Pour melted butter over top. Cover ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place water, cooking rack, and bowl in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 20 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

12 servings.

9 apples, peeled, cored and sliced ½ cup melted butter 1 quart water

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CUSTARD

6 cups milk 6 eggs, beaten 1 cup sugar

Scald milk and cool slightly. Combine eggs, sugar, and salt. Add milk slowly, stirring constantly. Add vanilla. Pour into individual custard cups and cover ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place water, cooking rack, and custard cups in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 3 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Cool canner at once. Chill. 12-14 servings.

Chocolate Custard: Scald milk with 3 squares chocolate, grated. Follow vanilla custard directions. Coconut Custard: Sprinkle 3 tablespoons coconut over top of each vanilla custard before cooking.

1 teaspoon salt 1½ teaspoons vanilla 2 cups water

ENGLISH PLUM PUDDING

1 cup sifted all purpose ﬂour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon allspice ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ground cloves ½ cup raisins

Sift ﬂour with baking powder, salt, and spices. Add fruits and nuts. Beat egg; add sugar, suet, and milk. Combine liquid and dry ingredients; mix well. Pour into buttered 1-quart mold. Cover mold ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place water, cooking rack, and mold in canner. Close cover securely. Allow steam to ﬂow from vent pipe 20 minutes. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 50 minutes at 10 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

½ cup currants ½ cup chopped nuts 1 egg ½ cup sugar ½ cup ground suet 1⁄3 cup milk 3 quarts water

BREAD PUDDING

4 cups cubed dry bread 4 cups hot milk ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons butter

Combine bread, hot milk, salt, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, raisins, nuts, eggs, and vanilla. Turn into a buttered bowl that may be set loosely in canner. Cover bowl ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place water, cooking rack, and bowl in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 20 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord. 12 servings.

1 cup raisins 1 cup chopped nuts 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 quart water

RICE PUDDING

1 quart milk 4 eggs, slightly beaten 2⁄3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt

Scald milk and cool slightly. Combine eggs, sugar, and salt. Add milk slowly, stirring constantly. Add rice and vanilla. Pour into individual custard cups and cover ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place water, cooking rack, and custard cups in canner. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 3 MINUTES at 15 pounds pressure. Cool canner at once. Stir gently before chilling. 12-14 servings.

Fruit and Nut Rice Pudding: Substitute brown sugar for white and add 1 cup raisins or dates and 1 cup walnuts to above recipe.

4 cups cooked rice 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups water

BROWN BREAD

2 cups graham ﬂour 2 cups corn meal 2 cups rye meal 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons soda

Mix all dry ingredients. Add molasses, milk, and raisins. Beat well. Pour into 6 buttered molds (pint size). Cover ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place water, cooking rack, and molds in canner. Close cover securely. Allow steam to ﬂow from vent pipe 20 minutes. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 25 MINUTES at 10 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

1½ cups light molasses 4 cups milk, sweet or sour 2 cups raisins 3 quarts water

WHITE FRUIT CAKE

1¼ cups canned pineapple tidbits 2⁄3 cup chopped citron 2⁄3 cup shredded lemon peel ½ cup chopped candied cherries ¾ cup chopped dates 2⁄3 cup shredded orange peel 1 cup chopped dried apricots ½ cup chopped ﬁgs 1½ cups white raisins ½ cup shredded coconut

Drain pineapple, saving juice. Dredge fruits and nuts with ½ cup ﬂour. Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating mixture well after each addition. Sift ﬂour, salt, and baking powder. Add alternately with pineapple juice. Pour over ﬂoured fruit and nuts; mix until well blended. Pour into 5 buttered molds (pint size). Cover ﬁrmly with aluminum foil. Place water, cooking rack, and molds in canner. Close cover securely. Allow steam to ﬂow from vent pipe 20 minutes. Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and COOK 60 MINUTES at 10 pounds pressure. Let pressure drop of its own accord.

2 cups chopped walnuts ½ cup ﬂour 1 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 5 eggs 1½ cups ﬂour 1 teaspoon salt 1½ teaspoons baking powder ¼ cup pineapple juice 3 quarts water

ReCiPe index

PRESSURE CANNING RECIPES

FRUITS AND TOMATOES .....19

Apples .....................20

Applesauce .................21

Apricots ...................21

Berries .....................22

Cherries ....................22

Peaches ....................22

Pears ......................23

Plums .....................23

Rhubarb ...................24

Tomatoes ...................24

Tomato Juice ................24

Tomato Sauce ...............25

Salsa.......................25

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

Asparagus ..................27

Beans or Peas—Dry ..........27

Beans—Fresh Lima...........28

Beans—Green, Wax, Italian ....28

Beets ......................29

Carrots .....................29

Corn—Whole Kernel..........29

Greens .....................30

Mushrooms .................30

Apple Butter ................44

Bread and Butter Pickles .......44

Dill Pickles .................45

BOILING WATER CANNING RECIPES

VEGETABLES (Cont.)

Okra ......................30

Peas—Green ................31

Peppers—Hot or Sweet ........31

Potatoes—Sweet .............32

Potatoes—White .............32

Pumpkin and Winter Squash ...32

MEAT .......................33

Cut-Up .....................34

Ground ....................35

POULTRY....................35

Cut-Up .....................36

Rabbit .....................36

FISH AND SEAFOOD .........37

Clams .....................37

Crab ......................38

Fish (General Method) ........38

Tuna ......................38

SOUPS.......................39

Beef Stock ..................39

Chicken Stock ...............39

Raspberry Jam ...............44

Zesty Salsa..................45

RECIPE INDEX (cont.)

PRESSURE COOKING RECIPES

MEAT RECIPES ..............53

Beef Recipes.................54

Braised Beef .................54

Corned Beef .................55

Italian Beef ..................54

Pot Roast....................54

Short Ribs ...................55

Swiss Steak..................55

Ham Recipes ................56

Boiled Ham..................56

Ham Slices ..................56

Virginia Ham ................56

Pork Recipes ................57

Breaded Pork Chops ...........57

Lemon Pork Chops ............57

Roast .......................56

Spareribs with

Barbecue Sauce ............57

Lamb Recipes ...............58

Chinese Pineapple Lamb .......58

Leg of Lamb .................58

Veal Recipes.................58

Braised Veal .................59

Gourmet Veal Steak ...........59

Veal Roast ..................58

Tangy Veal Chops ............59

ENTREE RECIPES............60

Beef Goulash ................61

Beef Stew ...................61

Chili Con Carne ..............62

Lamb Stew ..................63

Meat Cabbage Rolls . . . . . . . . . . . 61

ENTREE RECIPES (Cont.)

New England Boiled Dinner.....63

Pork Chops with Vegetables .....62

Pork Hocks with Sauerkraut

and Potatoes ..............63

Spaghetti Meat Sauce ..........60

Spareribs and Sauerkraut .......62

POULTRY RECIPES ..........64

Chicken, Braised Whole........64

Chicken and Dumplings ........65

Chicken Imperial .............64

Chicken Marengo .............65

Cornish Hens in White Wine ....66

Florida Duck.................66

Hunter’s Turkey ..............66

DRY BEANS & PEAS RECIPES

Boston Baked Beans...........69

Lima Beans with Bacon ........69

Savory White Beans ...........69

SOUP RECIPES...............70

Brown Beef Stock ............71

Chicken Stock................71

Clam Chowder ...............71

Navy Bean ..................71

Vegetable ...................70

DESSERT RECIPES...........72

Bread Pudding ...............73

Brown Betty .................72

Brown Bread.................74

Custards ....................73

English Plum Pudding .........73

Rice Pudding.................74

White Fruit Cake .............74

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seRViCe and PaRTs

infoRMaTion

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

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

(Central Time)

•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 canner body.

Please record this information:

Model Number ___________________ Date Code _________

Date Purchased ______________

Any maintenance required for this canner, other than that described in the Care and Maintenance section of this book (pages 15 through

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

CANTON SALES AND STORAGE

Presto Factory Service Department

555 Matthews Drive, Canton, MS 39046-0529

The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service all PRESTO PRESTO replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as PRESTO canners and are engineered speciﬁcally



appliances and supply genuine PRESTO parts. Genuine

to function properly with its canners. Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine PRESTO parts. “Look-alikes” might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner. To ensure that you are buying genuine PRESTO replacement parts, look for the PRESTO trademark.

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

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 normal wear and tear including scratches, dulling of the polish, or staining; the repair or replacement of moving and/or perishable parts such as the sealing ring, dial gauge, overpressure plug, or air vent cover lock gasket; or for any damage caused by shipping. To obtain service under the warranty, return this PRESTO product, shipping prepaid to the PRESTO Factory Service Department. 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 appliance and ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed. Failure to follow instructions, damage caused by improper replacement parts, abuse or misuse (including overheating and boiling the unit dry) 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 or implied warranties.

NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703-3703

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