I own a pressure cooker, but I also love to can food. Both autoclaves and pressure cookers use pressure to sterilize, but how does an autoclave compare to a pressure cooker? An autoclave is a pressure device used for sterilizing medical equipment and uses dry steam. It is not used to cook food. Pressure cookers … Read more
I love my Instant-Pot, which is the best-known brand of pressure cooker. But with all the sputtering, clicking, and steam that comes out of it when I’m using it, I’ve wondered are pressure cookers supposed to make noise? Yes. It is normal for pressure cookers to make noise. Both noise and steam can come from … Read more
Instant Pots seem to be everywhere lately. Even people who had no idea what a pressure cooker was before, now sing their praises. But for those who haven’t tried one, a common question is can an Instant Pot blow up? Instant Pots do not blow up or explode. They have several built-in safety features that … Read more
Instant Pot has revolutionized the world of pressure cookers and how we cook each week. But many have wondered can you use a pressure cooker to cook dry food? You can bake a variety of items in a pressure cooker such as cakes, cookies, brownies, etc. Some baked goods will need to be in a … Read more