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Post by Diremaker on Apr 9, 2008 3:07:02 GMT -5
Forgive me, but this was asked in a different thread so I thought I would move it out to allow more visibility for discussion.... I do, but I can't afford one. ;D I've had the privilege of using a Kuhn Rikon Duromatic before, but they are very pricey. (around $179.00 for a 7 Liter) I would always recommend at least a six quart (approx 6 liter) cooker. Any smaller and you're just about cooking for one. Make sure it is safe. The older "weight top" models, even though that's what I use, have steam escaping through a small opening. If that opening clogs, you're in for one helluva surprise. If you DO use a weight top model, (mine's a Mirro), MAKE SURE you check the gasket and clean the steam outlet EVERY TIME. That's another reason I like Kuhn Rikon. They are (a) QUIET and (b) non steam releasing, so they hold even more of the food's nutrition and flavor in. One things for sure, you will be amazed at the cooking time a pressure cooker will save you. Crock pot style meals in microwave style time! Another great resource that I just found... check out All About Pressure Cookers you will find a lot of the same info I just gave you but in a better written, more concise format... ;D
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Post by tnwaltz on Apr 9, 2008 7:42:18 GMT -5
I say never use an old one. I've seen what happens when they blow.
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Post by atticflea on Apr 9, 2008 8:38:10 GMT -5
I'm fairly sure it will work fine on the glass-top. If the concern is for the glass-top itself, just don't slide it around on the surface. They do tend to "haze" over time from pots and pans.
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Post by Fredo on Apr 9, 2008 9:50:09 GMT -5
If you're gonna be cooking you just gotta have a gas range. Every now and then cast iron is a must and you can't do that on glass at all.
When natural gas isn't available, we've had really good success with propane systems.
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Post by Diremaker on Apr 9, 2008 14:33:17 GMT -5
Propane systems? Recommend one please? When I need the heat of a gas burner I drag out my Coleman cook stove...
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Post by Diremaker on Apr 9, 2008 14:35:05 GMT -5
Also, I agree with the replies above. I wouldn't use cast iron or any other heavy cookware on a glass top stove unless you were very careful to only pick it straight up and sit it straight down.
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Post by Fredo on Apr 9, 2008 15:37:39 GMT -5
Propane systems? Recommend one please? When I need the heat of a gas burner I drag out my Coleman cook stove... Most gas ranges can be converted to LP. When it comes up, I use a pair of 40lb tanks with an automatic switch. The tanks aren't too heavy for an average person to carry and the twin system allows for a person to always have one in reserve. My clients tell me that they get about 4-6 months of use from a single tank. If you don't have natural or a place for a large tank, it's the way to go.
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Post by shadowlady on Apr 9, 2008 17:54:18 GMT -5
I'm fairly sure it will work fine on the glass-top. If the concern is for the glass-top itself, just don't slide it around on the surface. They do tend to "haze" over time from pots and pans. My mama has a glass top stove. Pressure cooker works just fine on it too. The thing you've got to keep in mind with the glass top is keeping it clean. If you don't wipe down or do a deep cleaning after ever use then you get a burned on ring that will not budge.
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