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FSM 100: Is It Safe to Can in a Pressure Cooker?

Episode Transcription This is Susie Craig from Washington State University Extension. Do you know the difference between a pressure canner and a pressure cooker? Pressure cookers, stovetop or electric countertop models are meant for cooking food such as less tender cuts of meat and vegetables. The USDA does not recommend canning in pressure cookers. Some […]

FSM 099: Safety Features in an Electric, Countertop Pressure Cooker

Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Electric countertop pressure cookers are very popular with many brands and models. If you have already purchased a countertop pressure cooker, start by reading the directions – carefully. Filling your pressure cooker to appropriate levels is important. Food ingredients which expand […]

FSM 098: Choosing a Pressure Cooker for Your Family

Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Stovetop and countertop, plug-in pressure cookers are very popular. Costs run from $35 for a simple stovetop model to hundreds of dollars for countertop models with multiple, customizable cooking features. Features such as browning and sautéing ingredients along with automated programming […]