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Pressure Cookers--Stovetop and Electric Pressure Cookers

A stovetop or electric pressure cooker can reduce cooking time by as much as 70 percent. Safer than yesterday's models, today's pressure cookers are a boon for busy cooks. Here is information on choosing a pressure cooker, as well as recipes and instructions for using yours.
Pressure Cooker Safety
Today's pressure cookers are safer than ever, with multiple locking features that keep them secure. But there still are some precautions cooks need to take when using a pressure cooker. Follow these tips for safe pressure cooker use.
Fagor Electric Multi Cooker
The Fagor Electric Multi Cooker is a handy multitasker in the kitchen, ideal for kitchens with limited storage space. But it's important to know that each of the appliance's functions don't necessarily have all the bells, whistles and features that a single-use appliance would have. Read the review of the Fagor Electric Multi Cooker.
Pressure Cooker Tip - Quick Soaking Beans in a Pressure Cooker
Using a pressure cooker for quick soaking beans.
Cookbook Review: Pressure Cooking for Everyone
A handy reference for those new to the concept of pressure cooking, Pressure Cooking for Everyone offers a well-rounded assortment of recipes.
Review of Fagor uCook Pressure Cooker
Fagor's uCook Pressure Cooker set is easy to use and has plenty of safety mechanisms. Two pot sizes, a steamer insert and a pasta insert guarantee its usefulness.
Miss Vickie's Guide to Modern Pressure Cookery
Detailed instructions, recipes and a chart of to parts suppliers are all available on this encyclopedic site about pressure cooking.

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