Presto 01241 4-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker
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Presto 01241 4-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker

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Details

  • Brand
    Presto
  • Capacity
    3.8 Liters
  • Material
    Aluminum
  • Color
    Silver
  • Finish Type
    Aluminum
  • Product Dimensions
    9"D x 15"W x
⚡1000 Watts Power
đź”§4-Quart Capacity
đź§ĽDishwasher Safe

Description

Cook Smart, Eat Well! 🍽️

  • COOK LIKE A PRO - Elevate your culinary skills with this 4-quart aluminum pressure cooker, perfect for quick meals.
  • EFFORTLESS CLEANUP - Enjoy the convenience of dishwasher-safe materials, making post-cooking cleanup a breeze.
  • COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT - At just 3.5 pounds, this pressure cooker is easy to handle and store, fitting seamlessly into your kitchen.
  • POWER MEETS PRECISION - Harness 1000 watts of power for fast and efficient cooking, ensuring your meals are ready in no time.
  • MANUAL CONTROL MASTERY - Take charge of your cooking with intuitive hand controls, allowing for personalized meal preparation.

The Presto01241 4-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker is a versatile kitchen essential designed for efficiency and ease. With a durable aluminum finish, it offers a 4-quart capacity, 1000 watts of power, and is dishwasher safe for effortless cleaning. Its compact design and manual operation make it a perfect fit for any modern kitchen.

Specifications

Finish TypeAluminum
Is the item dishwasher safe?Yes
MaterialAluminum
ColorSilver
Item Dimensions D x W x H9"D x 15"W x 8"H
Item Weight3.5 Pounds
Capacity4 Quarts
Operation ModeManual
Controller TypeHand Control
Closure TypeInner Lid
Voltage220 Volts
Wattage1000 watts
Control MethodTouch
Special FeaturesManual

what is the difference in cooking between the aluminum and the stainless steel pressure cookers
Will 4 pint jars fit in the cooker?
What psi (pounds per sq. inch) does this cook at? Pressure cookers commonly come 15 psi (the fastest) but less-expensive ones often cook at 10 or 5.
does the regulator on top of the pressure cooker jiggle once it gets to correct pressure?

Reviews

S**N

All you have to do is READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!! Don't bash this because you don't bother reading them.

This is an excellent pressure cooker (6qt. aluminum Presto). Functions as it should.Yes, it leaks a little from two places when coming to pressure... BUT IT'S NORMAL!!At pressure, no further leaking, as expected.All you have to do it READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!!!It is amazing how many people buy things then refuse to educate themselves on that item's functions, how it works... then post videos showtng "the horrific defect(s)". LOL!!You can't fix stupid (or lazy).

S**Z

Essential for every kitchen!

If you don't have a pressure cooker and have been considering it, you really can't go wrong with this one. I own Presto brand aluminum pressure cookers in three different sizes, this 4 quart being my most recent purchase. The 4 qt. does not have the additional "lip" on the opposite side that the 6 qt does (which in my opinion makes it easier to handle) however it is a bit smaller so it's not that bad. Just be careful when lifting it into the sink to apply cold water before letting it cool down to open.This 4 qt size is perfect for a single person, or making small meals. I used it the day it arrived to cook chicken in. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and falling off the bone in just 25 minutes!If you haven't used a pressure cooker before, and this will be your first time, I offer the following tips: Get your food in, seal it up, and set it on the burner you want to use. Turn the burner up to high. It can take up to 15 minutes for the knob on top to start rocking. Once it does, turn down the heat about halfway. It may be a little noisy to some if you are standing right next to it, but it is nothing to be alarmed about. It's normal. Don't turn the heat down until after the knob starts rocking or you will either delay your cooking time or end up with less than tender meat. I didn't know this the first time I used one of these, and of course I was cooking a very thick roast. Still even with the "refire" a roast that would have taken several hours in the oven only took about 75 minutes to be perfectly done.My first purchase was of a 23 quart for canning/jarring. Second was of a 6 quart a year after which since I purchased I have used every single day. And most recently this 4 quart which I used the day it arrived, and will use several times a week undoubtedly.If you have a busy lifestyle like me you really cant live without these. They greatly reduce your cooking time while still producing a fabulous meal. I've always loved to cook, and really cant fathom why I didn't incorporate these into my life years ago. I've gotten rid of several of the pots I had prior to purchasing these because they double as pots too. I could truly get by with these, and just one square griddle. I wouldn't hesitate to buy more, and will likely replace the ones I have with the stainless steel versions at some point. I will say that the aluminum versions do tend to rub black all over you for several cleanings. Also they tend to stain a lot easier. While the stainless steel are double the price if you can afford it they are worth it. If you cant at least get the aluminum for the convenience, and just upgrade to the stainless steel when you are able to.In closing I recommend you stop thinking about it, and just get one. They aren't that expensive, and they pay for themselves quickly. Because of course time is money.

N**E

Will Do In A Pinch

Didn't know what size to get but careful reading of instructions and what I make I determined this was the best size for me. Couldn't decide between a 4qt and a 6 qt. I wanted a 6 qt but Amazon forced you to buy Amazon Prime if you wanted the 6 qt and I didn't want that FORCED on me as I don't want Prime Membership right now and didn't want the hassle to quit later.But as it turned out the 4 qt is more than enough for one or two people or even if you have a small child. It's well and simply made and very cheap compared to others out there. Was not sure about the crude rocking cap but it works, is reliable and simple to see if the pressure is correct by it's gentle rocking.One decision to buy this was the gasket and other rubber seals are cheap to replace. The other one I looked at and really liked, the gasket and rubber replacements would cost me nearly $18 dollars a year to upkeep paying for another of their Pressure Cookers in only 3 YEARS!!The aluminum used is soft and scratches and stains easily and is not hardened i.e anodized. I wish it was but the cost would go higher too. But the manual gives a way to remove stains. Have not tried it as the light stains don't bother me. I also did NOT detect any aluminum taste with dishes that contain acidic ingredients. A well-known site tested for aluminum and said it leeches .0025 of aluminum, but said when you take an antacid, one tablet contains 250 mg of aluminum! Drinking from soda cans can give you 1 or 2 mg of it.If that still bothers you go get a stainless-steel one. But the shape changes compared to the aluminum one even though they have the same capacity. I think the SS model is flatter and not as tall.I bought it mostly to cook beans in it and it excels at that. I tried their bean recipe and it's good as any. Completely satisfied. I also use it to cook soups, stews and am still experimenting. I don't know which is better at the moment for doing the latter as I only had this for a few months. Whether traditional cooking, i.e. Crockpot (failed at beans unless you buy it canned) or traditional stove, coil or gas.I can't seem to get the full flavor nuances on the latter when using the Pressure Cooker, however, strangely, we did gobble up everything made by it. Cabbage in soup gets overcooked, though, as this is powerful and and has only one setting at 15 lbs. Perhaps delicate herbs and flavoring get smothered by the extreme pressure? Maybe not either, as I'm still experimenting in amounts and may take me a year or more to determine the truth, as I don't use fresh herbs and tend to customize my recipes on the fly.I might add, also, it has a strangely very comfortable handle.See you in one year. ;)

W**

Size

Greatly recommend. It is great and easy to use and clean

D**U

works great I have two of these and I cook 2 healthy vegetables at once

I pick healthy vegetables that are low in calories and I lost 48 pounds in 10 months eating healthy and walking in our everyday. I got the vegetables off of a healthy vegetable list that made a difference. After I make the vegetables I had used one cup of water and I drink the water okay so there's any nutrients in it so nothing gets thrown away works great for me and anyone looking to lose weight this would be a great cooking Aid. As fast and efficient the second cook two vegetables at the same time. highly recommend

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