| There are several top brands of pressure cookers, | | | | models, the Hobbs system is the exception to the |
| and while the end result of using a cooker may be | | | | rule. The only negative was the lack of accessories |
| the same in your eyes - the tools you use to get | | | | and some consumer frustration with depressurizing. |
| there will determine how great the outcome (tastes)! | | | | Fagor Classic Pressure Cooker: The Fagor classic is a |
| We've gathered reviews of some of the more | | | | stove top model made from stainless steel. It has a |
| popular brands to help you figure out which is the | | | | thich gauge stainless steel construction with a thick |
| best for you! | | | | aluminum bottom. The aluminum bottom is called a |
| Russell Hobbs: Russell Hobbs may not be a name you | | | | thermal diffuser plate that allows for even heat |
| are familiar with when it comes to American small | | | | distribution. There is a heavy gasket cover as well as |
| kitchen appliances, they are based in Britain but do | | | | a safety valve that releases pressured downward if |
| surprisingly well amongst U.S. consumers. The Russell | | | | the steam vent becomes clogged. The jiggler valve is |
| Hobbs 8 Quart pressure cooker is the most popular | | | | very unique as it helps to regulate and control that |
| for users. It is an electric model with programmable | | | | internal pressure. It is easy to clean and the manual |
| controls, a built-in timer and thermostat. It is made | | | | features a lot of recipes. You can find this classic |
| from a non stick material that allows the pot to heat | | | | cooker in 4,6,8 and ten quart sizes. The Fagor model |
| relatively quickly and evenly as well. Users report that | | | | does exactly what you want it to do - cook great |
| it is good quality and easy to clean. Most modern | | | | meals. If you're looking for something with a ton of |
| pressure cookers will have safety features that | | | | bells and whistles, Fagor isn't for you. The only |
| won't allow you to unlock the lid if it is under | | | | negative for some consumers was the price tag - |
| pressure, the Russell Hobbs includes that as well as a | | | | one of these cookers will run you nearly two |
| two redundant safety valves. The price point for the | | | | hundred dollars. However, with proper care and |
| 8 quart model is roughly two hundred dollars and | | | | maintenance, it may be the only pressure cooker |
| based on consumer reviews, it is worth every penny. | | | | that you ever need. |
| Although most people usually opt out of electric | | | | |