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- Page 1 Pressure Cooker Use and Care Instructions Model PC104 For information or assistance call 514-842-8691 EURO-PRO Corporation 178 West Service Rd. Champlain, NY 12919...
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Page 3: Important Safeguards
Read all instructions in this book before using. Be sure you understand all operating instructions before using the pressure cooker. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property, follow basic safety precautions when using this appliance, including the following: 1. -
Page 4: Main Components
Main Components 8 Qt. Pot 3.5 Qt. Pot Tempered Glass Lid Features: • Pressure Selector Dial for 3 internal pressure settings. • Quick Pressure Release. • Cool Touch Handle. • Encapsulated Thermic Base for superior heat distribution, 18/10 stainless steel body for strength, lasting beauty and easy care. -
Page 5: Using For The First Time
Meats & Poultry: When adapting recipes for braised meats, allow 20 minutes cooking time per pound of meat. Use 1 cup liquid for the first pound and ½ cup for each additional pound. For steam-roasting poultry and meats, brown first in oil for better appearance. Rice: When cooking rice and grains, add 1 Tbs. -
Page 6: Cooking Time Chart
Use the cooking times on this chart as guidelines. Actual times will vary depending upon the amount of ingredients in the cooker and your individual preferences. Start timing when desired pressure is reached. PRESSURE COOKING TIME FOOD SELECTOR (Min) VEGETABLES - Add 1 1/2 cups water, use Steamer Basket on Steamer Support and time precisely A rtichokes M edium A sparagus... -
Page 7: Using Your Pressure Cooker
Bravetti 300 watt hand mixer, whip to desired consistency adding more half-and-half if needed. Add cheese and mix in on lowest speed. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. - Page 8 When cooking, always use a minimum of 1 1/2 cups of liquid. You may fill the pressure cooker up to a maximum of 2/3 full. This includes liquids and ingredients, (see illustration 3). When cooking foods which produce foam or expand greatly such as peas, rice or beans, the pressure cooker should not be filled more than 1/2 full, (see illustration 4).
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Page 9: Releasing Pressure
Slowly release pressure, remove pan, uncover and refrigerate at least 3 hours. Spiced Whipped Topping Using the highest speed and whisk attachment to your Bravetti 300 watt hand mixer, whisk together cream, sugar, ¼ tsp. cinnamon and ¼ tsp. nutmeg until thick. -
Page 10: Starting To Cook
To begin cooking, set the Pressure Selector on “I” low, “II” Medium or “III” High. Bring the cooker up to pressure at high heat. TIMING Timing for most recipes begins after the desired pressure is reached. However, some recipes indicate that timing starts immediately upon closure of lid. -
Page 11: Combination Method
1 lb. Bag frozen whole green beans 3 Tbs. butter 2 cloves garlic, finely minced ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. ground black pepper 1 cup hot water Melt butter on medium in 3 ½ qt. pressure pan. Add garlic, salt and pepper and sir for 30 seconds being careful not to brown the garlic. -
Page 12: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning: Body - Clean the body of the pressure cooker like any other stainless steel pot. Either run it through the dishwasher or wash it by hand. Do not use a scouring pad or any abrasive cleaner as they may scratch the surfaces. To remove stubborn stains and accumulated discoloration, add the juice of half a lemon mixed with 2 cups of water to the pressure cooker. - Page 13 4 medium pork loin chops about ½ inch thick 3 Tbs. vegetable oil 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. coarse ground pepper 3 Tbs. butter 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tsp. balsamic vinegar 1 Tbs. dried rosemary 1 heaping tablespoon light brown sugar 1 ½...
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Page 14: Troubleshooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING Cooker Cannot be Closed • You have tried to put the lid on with the contents already boiling. • The seal may be too dry and needs to be oiled slightly. The Pressure Selector Does Not Rise • Check the time that you started heating the pot. If the pot is full and the contents are cold, it can take up to 20 minutes to come to full pressure. - Page 15 Quick ‘n Easy Chicken Noodle Soup (Version 2) 2 Tbs. Olive Oil 1 Tbs. Butter 1 Medium Onion (coarsely chopped) 6 cups canned chicken broth 3-4 lbs. cubed, boneless, skinless chicken breast 2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. Ground black pepper 1 tsp.
- Page 16 Recipes courtesy of Alison Dubois from her upcoming cookbook, “Yum! Recipes from the Bravetti Kitchen.” Chicken & Vegetable Risotto 3-4 lb. Whole Fryer Chicken 2 Tbs. Olive Oil 1 Tbs. Butter 1 Medium Onion (coarsely chopped) 6 cups canned chicken broth 1 ¼...