can this pressure cooker be used for canning?
1755304
Not fully sterile pressure canning, it only reaches 9psi, sterile requires 15psi. As a substitute for water bath canning it should work.
1965113
It can be used for canning, but timing is the main issue. Stop the item and let it cool itself after the time is allowed for cooking.
2161796
I wouldn't do that. In fact, according to salesmen of glass top stoves, they should not be used for canning at all. You'll need another stove, gas or electric coil for canning. Either replace your glass top stove, or get an outside propane cook top to do your canning outside.
667591
No, you need a stove-top pressure cooker for canning, electric ones don't reach a high enough pressure.
1570829
My pressure canner is 16 quart and it works really well! You have to experiment with the heat control until you find what works, but then you are on your way to consistent canning! I would highly recommend the cast iron range!
1368952
This canner is for Hot Water Bath canning only, and it is wonderful! You will need to purchase a "pressure canner" for things that require pressure canning. A Good pressure canner is the 16 QT Presto Pressure Canner. There are other good pressure canners but this one was reasonable in price for me compared to others. Hope this answered your questions???
1324550
most definitely.....this does not take the place of pressure canning which is needed for low acid foods. they will not be safe in this. it is a wonderful product and works like a dream....love it.
1864453
I did not use a pressure cooker, but I think it would be OK for a small to medium pressure cooker, let's say 3-5 quarts. It is quite powerful.
331043
You are able to use the burners as regular burners, so I would say it would work for canning
1978764
This cooker does not have a gauge showing PSI and you cannot build up pressure and then start timing. It is too small for canning jars. I have a 7 qt pressure canner that works great.
234224
Yes, if you follow the instructions in the manual. Any meat has an extended canning time. Cabbage is another that requires more time because I use it in my vegetable soup. Hope that helps. I love that canner!
1931548
This is not designed for canning. Although several quart jars will fit in it, there is no pressure gauge. Our canning cooker has a pressure gauge and a way to adjust the pressure. This cooker is great to cook meals especially meats. Has a non stick surface.
1686691
As answered earlier, yes you theoretically could. However just because you can do something doesn't mean you should. 1: it would be an awfully tight fit. 2: half gallon jars are not recommended for pressure canning by the FDA as well as every canning manufacturers (such as ball) out there. 3: all canning recipes I have are in quart and pint amounts. I assume you are changing that too fit your needs. By doing so, you could inadvertently affect chemical compositions and end up with issues latter. Bottom line is Yes but you shouldn't.
514507
There are two kinds of canners, water bath and pressure canners. These jars can be used in both types. However, I do not know if the jars can be used in a regular pressure cooker. My pressure canner is a large pressure cooker with a wire insert that holds the jars up from the bottom of the canner and keeps them from bumping together. In other words, it is a kind of pressure cooker designed especially for canning.
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There was a time when canning using pressure cookers was deemed a safe method of preserving. However, since 2006 Presto has not provided information for canning in pressure cookers. The information used to support canning in pressure cookers was based on research done in the late 1970's. The current recommendation from the United States Department of Agriculture indicates that to pressure can you will need to use a vessel that is specially a pressure canner, which holds at minimum four quart-size jars. Note that pressure canners are generally 12-quart size or larger. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441 or e-mail us at contact1@gopresto.com. There was a time when canning using pressure cookers was deemed a safe method of preserving. However, since 2006 Presto has not provided information for canning in pressure cookers. The information used to support canning in pressure cookers was based on research done in the late 1970's. The current recommendation from the United States Department of Agriculture indicates that to pressure can you will need to use a vessel that is specially a pressure canner, which holds at minimum four quart-size jars. Note that pressure canners are generally 12-quart size or larger. If you have... » Read More There was a time when canning using pressure cookers was deemed a safe method of preserving. However, since 2006 Presto has not provided information for canning in pressure cookers. The information used to support canning in pressure cookers was based on research done in the late 1970's. The current recommendation from the United States Department of Agriculture indicates that to pressure can you will need to use a vessel that is specially a pressure canner, which holds at minimum four quart-size jars. Note that pressure canners are generally 12-quart size or larger. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441 or e-mail us at contact1@gopresto.com. « Show Less
1324555
Yes, pressure canners are a must for low acid foods such as meat, poultry, fish and vegetables. Always follow your canning recipe and you'll be okay.
404547
It's a small pot with a basket that fits inside, has a lid and is great for boiling. As for canning use, you would need to make that determination. I don't know if you need pressure for canning. If so, no it won't work. If you just need to put a jar into it and boil it, then yes it would and the basket would make removal of the hot jar easier.