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Brand | Presto |
Capacity | 6 Quarts |
Material | Aluminum |
Color | Black |
Finish Type | Black |
Product Dimensions | 9.5"D x 12.62"W x 9"H |
Special Feature | Programmable |
Wattage | 1300.00 |
Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds |
Operation Mode | Automatic |
About this item
- Makes soups and casseroles. Steams vegetables and rice. Cooks pasta. Roasts beef, pork, and poultry.
- Big 6-quart capacity. Deep fries six servings of french fries.
- Handy basket for steaming, blanching, and deep frying. Snaps on rim of multi-cooker for easy draining.
- Premium nonstick finish, inside and out, for stick-free cooking and easy cleaning.
- Fully immersible with the heat control removed.
- Control Master heat control automatically maintains the proper cooking temperature.
- Tempered glass cover lets you see food as it cooks.
- Heavy cast aluminum base for even heat distribution.
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From the manufacturer
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Count Tempered glass cover lets you see food as it cooks. |
Control Master heat control automatically maintains the proper cooking temperature. |
Deep fries up to six servings of french fries. Makes casseroles and soups. Steams vegetables and rice; cooks pasta. Roasts beef, pork, and poultry. |
National Presto Industries, Inc. has stood the test of time!
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Founded in 1905 in Eau Claire, WI.It is a respected producer in the housewares and small electric appliance industry. |
The company created the first saucepan-style pressure cooker in 1939.Its first electric appliance came in 1948 with the Presto Vapor Steam Iron; the first steam iron to use tap water instead of costly distilled water. In 1956, Presto introduced a complete line of fully submersible electric cooking appliances employing the first removable heat control. Other notable innovations include the PrestoBurger hamburger cooker in 1974, the FryBaby electric deep fryer in 1976, the SaladShooter electric slicer/shredder in 1988, and the Pizzazz pizza oven in 2000. |
Predicting the needs of consumers......and then fulfilling those needs through consistent product innovation and quality manufacturing has been the objective of National Presto Industries for over 100 years, and it will continue to be in the years ahead. |
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Brand | Presto |
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Capacity | 6 Quarts |
Material | Aluminum |
Color | Black |
Finish Type | Black |
Product Dimensions | 9.5"D x 12.62"W x 9"H |
Special Feature | Programmable |
Wattage | 1300.00 |
Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds |
Operation Mode | Automatic |
Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
Manufacturer | Presto |
ASIN | B00005OTXY |
Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
Item model number | 06003 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #19,807 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #13 in Food Steamers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 4, 2005 |
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Product Description
All-purpose kettle for stews, roasting and steaming. Fully submersible with Control Masterheat control removed. Heavy cast aluminum body with non-stick surface inside and out. Lift-and-drain basket for steaming. Cast aluminum base with non-stick surface inside and out. Glass cover, metal basket with handle. Removable heat control. 120 volts, 60 Hz only
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Customers like the ease of cleaning, value, quality and size of the fryer. They mention that it keeps the mess contained, it's worth its weight in gold and that it' a great size for families. They also like the easy of use, performance, and temperature control. That said, opinions are mixed on sturdiness.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the fryer. They mention that it's a really good fryer, good little pot, and good for everything from deep frying to boiling water for pasta. The basket is great for frying lots of tiny things at once, and it' s great for soups, chile, and stews. It's also great when steaming hard boiled eggs.
"...Excellent temperature control and overall capacity. Great fryer basket...." Read more
"I liked that it is easy to set up and use as a deep fryer...." Read more
"...Overall, this Presto is now my deep fryer of choice, plus a great rice cooker and steamer for an individual or small family - with `fixable' loose..." Read more
"This is a really good fryer. Try fish and hush puppies. They come out fantastic every time." Read more
Customers like the temperature control of the deep fryer. They mention that it maintains heat, keeps the oil at the correct temperature, and heats up in reasonable times. The temperature gauge works very well to keep your temps zeroed in. Customers also appreciate that it has no exposed immersion heating element to get gummed up with grease. Overall, customers are satisfied with the temperature controls of the fryer and recommend it to others.
"Easy to clean. Easy to use. Consistent temperature control. Very pleased with this purchase. Very good price." Read more
"...Excellent temperature control and overall capacity. Great fryer basket...." Read more
"...all my goodies came out evenly browned and I was able to manage the temperature during the entire cooking process...." Read more
"...One other note of caution, at 400, the temperature dial gets extremely hot - it now has heat blisters on it - not from oil spatter...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the fryer. They mention that it works well, has zero issues, and comes out fantastic every time. The extension cord works well and functions in different ways.
"...No problems or issues - this is an outstanding product and one that I can easily recommend to others." Read more
"...Try fish and hush puppies. They come out fantastic every time." Read more
"Well built and works great" Read more
"...this pot for soups, stews, steaming and deep fat frying and it's worked quite well...." Read more
Customers appreciate the ease of cleaning the fryer. They say it's easy to clean, and it'll save you the time and effort of cleaning a frying pan. They also appreciate that it' s dishwasher safe and keeps the mess contained.
"Easy to clean. Easy to use. Consistent temperature control. Very pleased with this purchase. Very good price." Read more
"...for cooking, we use it to store our onions (with lid off) - keeps the mess contained...." Read more
"...Cleaning is a snap with warm soapy water, rinse and dry." Read more
"...-Non-stick cleans up any messes you get, and dishwasher seems to clean this very well, though I prefer to handwash with a soft sponge...." Read more
Customers like the size of the kitchen product. They mention that it's good size, perfect for 2-3 people, plenty large enough for soups, chili, and whatever you cook in it. The compact size works well on cabinet top as an addition / expansion of cooking options. The temperature control and overall capacity are also appreciated.
"...Excellent temperature control and overall capacity. Great fryer basket...." Read more
"Great fryer. Lots of room and consistent heat." Read more
"...Also, the cord is extremely short; about 2 ½ feet from the plug to the magnetic coupler...." Read more
"...-This model has a good height-width ratio for great frying, less food touching from the width and good height on the walls to prevent spill-over..." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the kitchen product. They mention that it is easy to make and quick to put together. It is perfect for cooking soups and stews, and is indispensable for candlemaking.
"Easy to clean. Easy to use. Consistent temperature control. Very pleased with this purchase. Very good price." Read more
"I liked that it is easy to set up and use as a deep fryer...." Read more
"...Rice is lovely to make in this cooker and so easy - up to about 7 cups of white rice at once...." Read more
"...Looks nice and quality product. Easy to use and fried perfect chicken wings and fries." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the kitchen product. They mention that the price was right and it really is easy to clean, and it is a useful appliance that is worth its weight in gold.
"...Consistent temperature control. Very pleased with this purchase. Very good price." Read more
"...This is a fantastically useful appliance - worth its weight in gold, in my opinion...." Read more
"...or small family - with `fixable' loose legs/handles at a reasonable price.UPDATE: I've had the Presto Multi Cooker for 3 months now...." Read more
"...PROS-Incredible value for price.-Temp settings seem very accurate. Tested some cheap oils just under and just above smoking point...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the sturdiness of the kitchen product. Some mention that it's a very sturdy and well made multi cooker, while others say that it does seem a little flimsy and the basket is weak. The handle on the basket could be stoutier, and the magnetic breakaway cord breaks away too easily.
"...This is a guess though.-The handle on the basket could be sturdier, once again though, I trust it, it just moves ever so slightly side-to-..." Read more
"Well built and works great" Read more
"...The quality of this deep fryer is not as good. The basket is not good quality." Read more
"...(which attached to the piece that controls the temperature) is appropriately strong and though this seemed to be a major complaint, I do not see..." Read more
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I always use a (constantly tested) candy thermometer when deep frying, and have continued to do the same with this Presto multi cooker. It does take longer to heat up to 400 degrees - around 20 minutes minimum. But that gives me food prep time. Note this multi-cooker reads a bit over 400 on my tested thermometer (and I've never let it sit without placing food in it at that temp, so it might go higher; use caution, don't assume it's stopping at 400 degrees). One other note of caution, at 400, the temperature dial gets extremely hot - it now has heat blisters on it - not from oil spatter. I do sugar sculpting, and my fingers are used to heat, but I still have to use a hot pad on the dial to turn this off if it's been on a while at 400 degrees.
I typically fry onion rings, fries, okra, chicken, fish, zucchini, mushrooms, ice cream, zeppole, cauliflower, the kitchen sink (gotcha!) lower than 400 (360 to 375), but I must have 400 for sopapillas. For those that test their fryer, please understand in any type of cooking pot the oil temp will drop when food goes in - and your temps vary depending on the location of the thermometer (top or bottom readings). My thick-walled aluminum roasting pan and cast iron pot drop 10 - 40 degrees depending on how much is put in, whether it's breaded, etc. The Presto will also loose heat. This is why you fry small batches, and allow the heat of the oil to recover. Cast iron tends to hold heat better, but it'll still drop in temp. Cast iron is also heavy (mine is 10 lbs.) which is why it's not a preferred method for me - too much of a hassle to handle and wash. My heavy aluminum roasting pan has thicker walls than the Presto, thus a thicker lip, so I spill oil everywhere when emptying for straining/storage. Again, not a preferred method due to waste. I typically fry enough for 2 to 4 people, but do so in batches, same as with both my other pots.
Hint: Use a thermometer, set the dial for 400 even if you're frying food at a lower temp. The oil comes back up to temp more quickly at the highest dial setting.
I like the magnetically attached heat control - it can be pulled off in an emergency. I reached a dangerous smoke point in my cast iron Creuset when I left the stovetop dial set too high - moving the pot with smoking oil was not a risk I'd take.
The steamer basket is just that - a steamer basket, despite what the instructions say. Purchase a separate 8" diameter wire mesh fry basket if you want it for your fries and any un-battered items. I use the WMF Profi Plus Large 13-1/2-Inch Wok Strainer for battered food and sopapillas.
Rice is lovely to make in this cooker and so easy - up to about 7 cups of white rice at once.
The steamer basket leaves a bit to be desired regarding sturdiness but thus far I've had zero problems with it. Remember to remove the handle when steaming. Use tongs to attach the uppermost hook of the basket to the (hot) rim of the Presto. The lid won't sit completely into the cooker with the steamer basket attached, but the little bit of escaping steam won't affect steaming, and having a glass lid to check on status is a bonus. The hooks on the basket are riveted, so I don't load it heavily. Asparagus, spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, zucchini, carrots, corn and summer squash are a breeze to steam now.
Ironically this was purchased as a deep fryer, but we're eating far more steamed foods now that we have such an easy steaming method!
One star deducted for the legs and handle. I don't mind screwing them on myself the first time. But they will come loose eventually, again and again. I tried stainless steel (non rusting) split ring lock washers but still had problems with them coming loose. I then purchased 7/8" diameter neoprene washers that fit, which solved the problem : ) Why aren't these included after the loose legs/handles problem were first reported? Also, the cord is extremely short; about 2 ½ feet from the plug to the magnetic coupler.
I don't use this for slow cooking soups or beans, or blanching vegetables so I cannot comment on that aspect. The manual comes with braising, blanching, simmering, rice cooking, steaming, and frying instructions and times for a variety of foods, although your preferences may vary.
Lastly, I do wash this by hand though it's rated dishwasher safe. All our Teflon coated cookware is washed by hand to prevent corrosion/flaking.
Overall, this Presto is now my deep fryer of choice, plus a great rice cooker and steamer for an individual or small family - with `fixable' loose legs/handles at a reasonable price.
UPDATE: I've had the Presto Multi Cooker for 3 months now. The heating element does take a bit longer to heat to the full 400 degrees - about 35 minutes now. I remain quite pleased with my purchase.
UPDATE 3/24/2015: Please read T. Scott Kinder’s posts in the comment area regarding Sous Vide cooking using this Presto – many home chefs will be extremely pleased with Kinder’s detailed experimentation and end results. This truly adds to the "...and more!" to this Deep Fryer!
-The fryer basket can stick to foods sometimes if you place them in the basket, the into the oil... but anyone who knows how to fry food doesn't do this.
-The manual doesn't make perfect sense for some foods, but if you have any experience in the kitchen, you should be fine.
-The basket seems flimsy when resting on the lip for draining excess oil off. I still trust is though, even with heavy fried foods in it. I mention this for the future of the basket, maybe several months down the line. This is a guess though.
-The handle on the basket could be sturdier, once again though, I trust it, it just moves ever so slightly side-to-side
-Not super pretty like a crockpot I considered getting, such is life.
PROS
-Incredible value for price.
-Temp settings seem very accurate. Tested some cheap oils just under and just above smoking point. Below smoke pt the oil was fine, above it was not. That's plenty accurate for me. (tested olive oil, smoke pt around 375* and butter, smoke pt at 350*)
-The warm settings are vague in the description, I'll try to clarify. So far I've been able to stably hold temps of around 120* all the way through 200* as the first listed temp on the dial. Holding meats around 140* for several hours (like chicken breast) for 90-120 minutes will kill bacteria and slowly heat the food to avoid drying out. Meaning awesome slow-cooked foods, with much, much more temp control than crockpots at the same price.
-This model has a good height-width ratio for great frying, less food touching from the width and good height on the walls to prevent spill-over
-Non-stick cleans up any messes you get, and dishwasher seems to clean this very well, though I prefer to handwash with a soft sponge.
-Safety cord dislodges with just enough effort, but not too easily that it comes off for no reason.
I'm incredibly satisfied with this purchase. As a self-proclaimed "food enthusiast" and son of a 3 decade restaurant manager I'm highly impressed with this model. Amazon had the cheapest price, even over walmart, and had this at my house sooner than it was even supposed to be processed. I'm very happy with this item, I think anyone else would be as well.