The Presto 01282 is an 8-quart stovetop pressure cooker designed to dramatically speed up meal preparation. Pressure cookers reduce cooking time to one-third or one-tenth of conventional cooking methods, allowing you to prepare soups, stews, vegetables, chicken, fish, and tender meats in minutes rather than hours. This versatile kitchen tool helps busy households prepare meals faster without sacrificing quality.
Built with durable polished aluminum construction, this pressure cooker heats quickly and evenly, distributing heat consistently across the cooking surface. The cooker features ergonomic handles and comes with the essential accessories needed for high-pressure cooking and canning.
Features and Benefits
- Quick and Even Heating: Polished aluminum body provides superior heat distribution for faster cooking compared to conventional methods.
- Automatic Pressure Regulation: The pressure regulator maintains proper cooking temperature automatically.
- Safety Lock Indicator: The cover lock indicator shows at a glance when there is pressure inside the cooker, providing peace of mind during operation.
- Versatile Cooking Rack: The included cooking and canning rack allows you to steam fish while simmering a stew below.
- Polished Aluminum Finish: The durable polished aluminum construction is easy to clean and provides long life.
- Included Recipe Book: Comes with an instruction and recipe book for cooking guidance.
- Extended Warranty: Backed by a 12-year manufacturer warranty.
Specifications
- Brand: Presto
- Model: 01282
- Capacity: 8 quarts
- Diameter: 12.18 inches
- Material: Polished aluminum
- Cover Lock Indicator: Yes
- Accessories: Cooking/canning rack, ergonomic handles
- Includes: Instruction and recipe book
- UL Listed
- Warranty: 12 years
