Manttra 5-pc. Stainless Steel Multi-Cooker - 8-qt.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Pasta Makers

Manttra 5-pc. Stainless Steel Multi-Cooker - 8-qt. Review

I was previously using a pressure cooker an older lady gave me, that had been given to her by her mother. So, needless to say, it was ancient, archaic, cumbersome, and atrocious. I finally gave in and got a new one. I have never used any other kinds of pressure cookers, but this one is definitely a huge step up!

It has something like 8 safety mechanisms built in so it's very difficult to get burned. I like the valve that allows you to choose at what pressure your food gets cooked, and I like how easy it is to twist the lid off. It also comes with a clear glass lid, which is handy. I love love LOVE soups, chilis, and stews, so after pressure cooking the bulk, I can add the more delicate items, cover with the glass lid, and continue cooking in the same pot.

Notice that this is EIGHT quarts - that's 2 gallons - big! Great for folks like me who like to cook for lots of people. This sucker holds a ton of minestrone! If you will be cooking mostly for very few people, this will be too tall and cumbersome for you. You do need a good size space to store all of it (thus the 4 stars).

The trivet is also a nice feature. You can bake potatoes. Or (my fave) butternut squash, then make a soup out of it without having to heat up the oven, and in 1/3 the time. I've been very pleased with this and have already recommended it to everyone.

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