Granite Ware 20-Quart Pressure Canner/Cooker/Steamer

Granite Ware's pressure canner and pressure cooker/steamer is a professional-quality tool that provides all the necessary canning products, tools, and accessories for safe and successful food preservation. Crafted from hard anodized aluminum, this UL-listed appliance boasts stay-cool handles and a locking stainless steel lid, ensuring ease of use and safety.

The accompanying rack, which features folding handles for easy raising and lowering, can accommodate up to 7 one-quart jars, 8 one-pint jars, or 24 half-pint jars, keeping them elevated off the bottom of the pot. Additionally, the steamer insert can be positioned about one-third of the way up from the bottom, allowing you to steam a variety of foods like tamales, seafood, pulled pork, pot roast, and ribs, without them coming into contact with the cooking liquid.

The pressure canner function of this Granite Ware appliance is endorsed by the USDA as the only safe method for canning meats, poultry, and low-acid vegetables, as it achieves the high temperatures necessary for proper food processing. It can also be used as a large pressure cooker, reducing cooking times for many dishes by one-third to one-tenth compared to traditional methods, while preserving flavor and nutrients and tenderizing tough cuts of meat.

Designed with safety in mind, the pressure canner features a pop-up pressure indicator that locks the lid in place, preventing it from being opened while the unit is pressurized. Additionally, the vent pipe is located in the center of the lid, and if it fails or clogs, there is an additional black-capped safety valve and a second all-metal safety valve that will exhaust residual pressure while sounding a whistling alarm.

The sturdy lid locks in place during canning or cooking, with the lid gasket sealing ring forming a pressure-tight seal between the body of the canner and the cover. The Granite Ware pressure canner, steamer, and cooker uses the UL-recommended adjustable 3-piece pressure regulator system, which is calibrated for three different pressure levels (5 psi, 10 psi, and 15 psi) to accommodate canning at different altitudes.

Included with the Granite Ware pressure canner are a canning jar rack and a steamer trivet, providing all the necessary components for safe and efficient canning and steaming. The heavy-gauge hard anodized aluminum construction ensures the appliance will not rust or stain, making it a durable and long-lasting addition to any kitchen.

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