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Size: 8 Quart
Pressure cookers are gaining momentum as the new healthy, time-saving, and energy-saving way to prepare food. While not a new method, the technology has certainly been transformed over the years to be easier and safer than ever. Constructed from 18/10 stainless steel for long-lasting durability, this 8-quart pressure cooker makes it possible to save up to 70 percent of the time and energy traditionally used in cooking rice, meat, and vegetables. The cooker's lid offers a long handle made of black heat-resistant plastic for comfortable use. A safety-lock handle, visual pressure indicator, and an automatic pressure-release setting ensure the lid won't come off unintentionally. For added convenience, the cooker provides a handy basket insert, complete with legs and a loop handle--great for draining pasta or steaming vegetables. Dishwasher-safe parts make cleanup a snap, and an instruction manual and recipe book come included. Designed for use on all heat sources, the pressure cooker measures approximately 17-1/5 by 11 by 10 inches and carries a 10-year warranty.
Customer Reviews
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254 of 259 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:6 qt.
I had a Kuhn Rikon and still have a Presto pressure cooker. I got rid of the Kuhn Rikon. I love the Fagor Duo. The Kuhn Rikon design is a real pain if you have an electric stove. It is probably almost acceptable if you have a gas stove. The Fagor models work equally well on either type stove. Also, along the same lines, the Fagor and the Presto designs are much more forgiving. You better plan on watching a Kuhn Rikon very closely -- especially on an electric stove -- but also on a gas range. It can get to an over pressure situation easily. Granted you will likely just blow out part of your gasket (the safety measure) if you get distracted. Who needs that? You better have an eagle eye and fast reactions to maintain a reasonably constant pressure inside your cooker with an electric stove.
You do lose some steam with a Fagor though typically much less than with a Presto model. (You lose nearly no vapor with a Kuhn Rikon -- that is about their only big selling point in my book.) The Fagor model uses a compressed spring to regulate pressure. The Presto uses a weight on top of a vent pipe -- this combination is called a jiggler valve -- to regulate pressure. To regulate pressure with a Kuhn Rikon you basically watch a rising spring loaded pressure indicator and adjust the heat as needed. Gas heat is more quickly adjustable than electric. You have to either hope for the best as you crank the heat up and down with an electric stove or play hop scotch between a too hot and a too cold burner. On the Fagor Duo there are two spring compression settings. You can cook at 8 psig or 15 psig. 15 psig is the normal setting used for most pressure cooking. For delicate foods, like fish, or if you are in no particular rush the 8 psig setting will come in handy.
Bottom line is I like the Fagor the best of the three pressure cookers I discussed, next I like the Presto. The Kuhn Rikon is built like a tank and it is an interesting design. I just don't like it as well as the Fagor's and I am a both a mechanical engineer and I cook for a hobby. I'd like to think my opinion is an informed one.
You do lose some steam with a Fagor though typically much less than with a Presto model. (You lose nearly no vapor with a Kuhn Rikon -- that is about their only big selling point in my book.) The Fagor model uses a compressed spring to regulate pressure. The Presto uses a weight on top of a vent pipe -- this combination is called a jiggler valve -- to regulate pressure. To regulate pressure with a Kuhn Rikon you basically watch a rising spring loaded pressure indicator and adjust the heat as needed. Gas heat is more quickly adjustable than electric. You have to either hope for the best as you crank the heat up and down with an electric stove or play hop scotch between a too hot and a too cold burner. On the Fagor Duo there are two spring compression settings. You can cook at 8 psig or 15 psig. 15 psig is the normal setting used for most pressure cooking. For delicate foods, like fish, or if you are in no particular rush the 8 psig setting will come in handy.
Bottom line is I like the Fagor the best of the three pressure cookers I discussed, next I like the Presto. The Kuhn Rikon is built like a tank and it is an interesting design. I just don't like it as well as the Fagor's and I am a both a mechanical engineer and I cook for a hobby. I'd like to think my opinion is an informed one.
206 of 210 people found the following review helpful
By j54s
Size Name:8 Quart|Amazon Verified Purchase
I use to own an electric pressure cooker, and after many scorched meals, decided to try a stove-top model. It was the best move I could have made! 18/10 stainless, surrounding aluminum on the bottom has kept every meal scorch-free. I feel completely safe using this pressure cooker. It locks easily, and the dial indicating if the pot is at pressure and if it is at high or low pressure is fool-proof. There is nothing complicated about using this pressure cooker. I just can't say enough about this pot. I have cooked professionally, and I have cooked for many years. I would not be exaggerating if I told you that this is the best-loved piece of cookware that I own. Fagor has produced an outstanding product.
150 of 152 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:8 Quart|Amazon Verified Purchase
About eight years ago I purchased the Fagor Duo 8-quart pressure cooker and have loved using it since my purchase. The pan is made of heavy duty stainless steel which cooks evenly and foods come out tasting like they are supposed to. No off tastes just well prepared food.
Once the pressure cooker reaches pressurization the cooker quietly cooks a tasty meal in minutes. Once in awhile you may hear a slight hiss but that's about it.
And finally, I think Fagor uses a standardized gasket for almost all of their pressure cookers. You can check with Fagor to confirm this.
Another plus is the ability to rapidly depressurize the cooker by turning the the knob to steam release. No more taking the pressure cooker to the sink to run water over the pan to quickly release the pressure.
I've cooked pot roasts, porcupine meatballs, soups, stews, ribs, and even rice pudding in my Fagor pressure cooker. All turned out great!
Once the pressure cooker reaches pressurization the cooker quietly cooks a tasty meal in minutes. Once in awhile you may hear a slight hiss but that's about it.
And finally, I think Fagor uses a standardized gasket for almost all of their pressure cookers. You can check with Fagor to confirm this.
Another plus is the ability to rapidly depressurize the cooker by turning the the knob to steam release. No more taking the pressure cooker to the sink to run water over the pan to quickly release the pressure.
I've cooked pot roasts, porcupine meatballs, soups, stews, ribs, and even rice pudding in my Fagor pressure cooker. All turned out great!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good
I wish the turn knob on the top of the unit had a more solid feel to it but this pressure cooker works very well.
Published 1 hour ago by iarizona
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for family cooking
Well made and great documentation. Makes quick roasts and meals. especially if you did not have time or forgot to set up a crock pot. Love it.
Published 3 days ago by Tim
5.0 out of 5 stars
Revolutionizes home cooking
I bought this pressure cooker to save time. I didn't realize how much it would also improve what I could do in the kitchen. Read more
Published 4 days ago by R. Hughes
4.0 out of 5 stars
10-qt is a good size
Smaller & lighter than I expected. The 17 in measurement in the specs refers to the distance from the end of the handle across the top; I thought it might refer to the height. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Alexis
4.0 out of 5 stars
Pretty good Pressure Cooker
I have only used a single pressure cooker. This pressure cooker was recommended by Cook's Illustrated so I purchased it. Read more
Published 9 days ago by Thomas E. Blackman
5.0 out of 5 stars
YOU NEED TO BUY THIS!!!!
We purchased this model based on the recommendation of our favorite cooking gurus, Americas Test Kitchen/Cook’s Illustrated’s recent book on pressure cooking. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Lisa Harvell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy to use, easy to clean; gasket clings on to scents
I was a bit concerned about buying and using a pressure cooker. I've heard the safety nightmares they are. Read more
Published 12 days ago by James
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not used yet.
I haven't used this pressure cooker/ canner yet but the size is great. Just what I was looking for in a pressure cooker.
Published 15 days ago by Jo AnneTitchen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fagor Duo 6 qt pressure cooker
I have used another pressure cooker for years, one with a jiggly top. It took a long to to heat up and even though it worked fine, the jiggly top always bothered me. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Sisters Choice Quilting Service
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy & Safe to Use
A gift for my daughter & son-in-law. My husband has been using a Fagor 10 Quart Elite for over 3 yrs. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Island Girl
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