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HomeCookwarePressure CookersVasconia 4-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker |
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9 of 10 found the following review helpful:
 Great for Beginners; But Has a Few Nuances Apr 21, 2010
By Theodore Finamore III
When I bought this pressure cooker, my goals were: (a) learn how to quickly prepare healthy meals, thereby avoiding fast food; and (b) not blow up my kitchen. Price was a major consideration, as my salad shooter, electric cheese grater, ice cream maker, and electric frying pan don't need another expensive companion in the "haven't used it in years" cabinet above the refrigerator.
Since I only paid $19.95 for the pressure cooker, I figured my first meal should be frugal as well. I bought some fresh broccoli, peas, mild chilies, and carrots on manager's sale at the local grocery. I sautéed a small onion and a diced tomato in the bottom of the cooker , then added the vegetables, three cups of rice, pepper, and a 26 oz. container of chicken broth. I clamped the lid on, cranked up the burner until steam started coming out, then put on the steam valve, lowered the heat, and cooked the whole thing for about 5 minutes. The result was a very tasty vegetable paella.
Here are a few hints for anyone buying one of these cookers. First, the master steam valve cap comes in a very small unmarked brown box in the bottom of the big box with the pressure cooker. It's very easy to miss, and I actually had to go fishing through my recycle bin to find it.
Also, there is a safety lock on the handle that engages when the cooker is under pressure. It is a small metal rod that protrudes down into the cooker and rises when pressure builds. You have to be careful not to over fill the cooker, or the valve can get stuck. If this happens, all the steam will escape through handle and you'll end up with a steamer instead of a pressure cooker.
I tested my pressure cooker by filling it with a few cups of water, letting the steam build, and checking the valves.
I couldn't find an answer in the directions, but I think you are supposed to hand wash these cookers; not put them in the dishwasher.
Overall, a pretty handy gadget for well less than the cost of a family dinner. For now, I'm keeping mine on the kitchen counter, close the the drawer with all the fast food menus. I'm hoping it stays there, in use, for a good while.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Not bad but needs improvement!! Apr 20, 2009
By J. loeffler
"shagster69"
This is a great little cooker, that really cuts down on cooking time and makes the most tender meat so much faster than a crock pot. Thank god because I hate planning 8 hrs ahead to cook with the crock pot. The only real downside is the safety latch needs a trigger on top to keep it in position while you place the lid on it. Otherwise pretty well built for the price.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 worst product and worst customer care May 18, 2010
By Krishna Sahteli
"kris"
I bought this item in December of 2009. It got broken in 15 days. It started leaking from all the valves. I contacted the costomer service for the replacement in January. I sent the item in the first week of January. I needed to pay the shipping charges more than the price of the cooker. It has been about five months and I have not recieved the item yet. The warranty services is worst. I called them about 10 times but still no success. I recommend everyone not to buy this item.The quality is very poor. Customer service is very bad.
I hope this will prevent other people from burden by buying this item.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 steam escapes Jan 26, 2010
By User
I have owned pressure cookers before. each has its own safety and pressure buiilding mechanisms. This pressure cooker has a lid-lock pin assembly in the upper handle. The manual says that after putting the lid and allowing the pressure to build, the pin is pushed up. But in my case, the pin is not pushed up and that is why steam continues to escape through the pin hole and there is no pressure being built at all. NO PRESSURE. I am sure i received a defective piece since i really want this to work. i like the size and the price. If anyone had faced similar issues and has been able to find a solution, pls share. thanks.
6 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Safe, Well Made, Time Saver Mar 17, 2009
By Anil Bakshi
"Anil"
The cooker is well made, with 4 safety devices ie 2 secondary lift off valves, gasket release system and the handle lock. Cuts cooking time to 1/3 for red beans, chick peas etc. At 16 $ free shipping, a good offer and a good product.
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