Fagor Duo 10-Quart Pressure Cooker/Canner Saturday, December 20, 2008

Make fresh steamed lobster in 3 minutes, or bean soup in 20 minutes. Risotto? No more standing at the stove stirring for half an hour, you can enjoy moist risotto in 7 minutes! As for ease of operation, here's how it works: load the ingredients, lock the lid in place, select the pressure, and begin cooking. When the food is done simply release the pressure and serve. Your food will be healthier because all the water soluble vitamins and minerals are retained. You'll also enjoy the tender taste of slow cooking and the natural flavors and colors of your food. But best of all? Your cooking time will be reduced by up to 70%!
Customer Review: nice product
nice product because i can use it to pressure cook my half pint jars of jelly i make from my apple tree. I can also use it to cook other types of meat and come out nice and tender. The clean up is a breese no sticking to the pan and basket.
Customer Review: The box said Fagor but not the cooker
I ordered the Fagor Professional Duo 10-qt. Pressure Cooker and Canner and was really looking forward to getting it as it had stellar reviews. The box was for exactly what I ordered but lurking inside was a Chinese made Kitchen Essentials cooker with a non-stick surface. I notified Amazon of this anomaly and they happily exchanged the product for a true Fagor product. Alas, the same thing happened the second time. I won't use non-stick and returned the second cooker too. I suppose Amazon cannot be faulted if Fagor is hiding inferior products in their boxes but it would have saved everyone a lot of grief if someone at the warehouse could have looked inside to see if the Fagor box contained an actual Fagor cooker or an imposter. I still would like to receive what I ordered but am afraid the result would be similar.


Fagor 918012928 UCook Pressure Cooker Set Friday, December 19, 2008

Fagors 7-piece pressure cooker set includes 2 nesting pots with an inner ridge to rest the steamer basket that allows 2 dishes to be cooked at the same time. Its complete with an easy cleaning valve that reduces food particle build up, an automatic locking lid and three accessories for even greater versatility.Features:Constructed of 18/10 stainless steelExclusive triple valve safety system plus safety lock on handle prevents opening before all pressure is released.Two independent over-pressure release valves assure no excess pressure build-up.Automatic self-locking mechanismSpring-type mechanism with two pressure settings: LOW (8psi) and HIGH (15psi)Works on all types of domestic stovetops: gas, electric, ceramic and induction.Simple-to-use dial format makes it easy to regulate and release pressure, and remove for cleaning!Select the automatic pressure release position to release pressure or the unlock position to remove for cleaning.Visual pressure indicator on handle shows when all pressure has been released 10-year warrantyEasy to clean; the body is dishwasher safe4 and 6 quart nesting potsPressure cooker lid (fits both pots)Tempered glass lid (fits both pots)Steamer basket/food graterPasta basketTastefully Under Pressure full color cookbookInstruction manual


Fagor 918060796 10 qt Duo Pressure Cooker Thursday, December 18, 2008

The Duo family of pressure cookers has sleek ergonomic black handles for easier opening and closing. Complete with two pressure settings, a low and a high, it provides the flexibility to cook even the most delicate of dishes. Includes a stainless steel steamer basket with a support trivet and a booklet with over 50 recipes.Available in 4, 6, 8, and 10-quart sizes and sets. The 10 quart model also serves as a canner allowing you to home can your favorite foods.Features:Constructed of 18/10 stainless steelExclusive triple valve safety system plus safety lock on handle prevents opening before all pressure is released.Two independent over-pressure release valves assure no excess pressure build-up.Spring-type mechanism with two pressure settings: LOW (8psi) and HIGH (15psi)Works on all types of domestic stovetops: gas, electric, ceramic and induction.Simple-to-use dial format makes it easy to regulate and release pressure, and remove for cleaning!Select the automatic pressure release position to release pressure or the unlock position to remove for cleaning.Visual pressure indicator on handle shows when all pressure has been released from cooker.Complete with Instruction manual, recipe book, and a 10-year warrantyEasy to clean; the pressure cooker pot is dishwasher safe
Customer Review: Great pressure cooker
I've been using this pressure cooker for about 2 months now and I absolutely love it! It is super easy to use, substantial in weight, and way better than my old one with the jiggle thing on top.


Fagor 5pc Pressure Cooker & Canning Set Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Dinner parties are a cinch when you have this well-designed 5-piece pressure cooker set from Fagor by your side. Stainless steel cookware prepares your favorite dishes perfectly, while a color cookbook gives you tons of great ideas. SmartBargains Style #3010492141


Fagor Splendid 4-Quart Pressure Cooker Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Pressure cooking uses pressurized steam to cook healthy meals with beans, grains, meat, poultry, and seafood in much less time than many other cooking methods require. Made in Spain, this Splendid pressure cooker holds a maximum capacity of 4 quarts of Italian chicken soup or beans with sausage and works on all heat sources. The cooker is constructed of high-quality 18/10 stainless steel with an encapsulated aluminum base for even and efficient heat distribution. For safety, the pressure cooker has dual pressure settings on its handle--one in a dial control and another on a valve. Other safety measures include two pressure release valves and a locking handle to prevent the unit from opening while under pressure. A visual indicator lets you know when all the pressure has been released and the cooker is ready to open. This pressure cooker is dishwasher-safe. --Cristina Vaamonde

From the Manufacturer

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For a demonstration on how to use a pressure cooker, click on the image above.

Fagor is Green
Fagor's mission is to use resources efficiently to preserve the environment and save energy, developing highly efficient products that consume less and save money; contributing to a healthy planet for us and our future generations. From a social perspective, Fagor's environmental policy strategy offers advantages to both workers and consumers. It provides workers with environmentally-appropriate working conditions, which, among other benefits, minimizes and eliminates the handling of hazardous materials, while for consumers, the end-users of Fagor's products and services, it allows for efficient use of the appliances, which reduces energy and water consumption.

Fagor has manufacturing systems established to minimize environmental impact on soil, water, energy, and air during the production process. There is also proper waste management and recycling procedures in place after the manufacturing process is completed.

In addition to numerous European product certifications and environmental stewardship awards, Fagor is also notably a participant in the Energy Star program in the USA, a joint program of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department Of Energy. Products that bear the energy star label allow consumers to recognize such products that have been manufactured to save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

Customer Review: Just What I Wanted
I purchased this item for 47 dollars now that our economy is collapsing. I've always wanted a stainless steel pressure cooker, and this one performs admirably. It does not have a lot of complicated features or mechanisms to get in the way of it's intended purpose. It's just complicated enough to get the job done, and get it done safely. It does require you to read the manual. I see some reviews on here that say pieces of the mechanism melted over time, or that steam constantly escapes. The manual clearly states to move it onto low heat after the pressure indicator pops up. I have to wonder if people just aren't following the directions. This same problem could happen if you do not replace the gasket every 10 to 12 months, again, this is stated in the manual. Ok, now that I toss that out there. I just got done making homemade chili using a recipe that comes with the pressure cooker. In 15 minutes time on the stove I had a chili that tasted like it cooked for over an hour. The onions were so soft they melted in my mouth. I had a small amount of staining in the bottom of the cooker, which I think is normal. I get the same thing in my $80 stainless steel pans. I just washed it with soap and water and a little bar keepers friend. Clean as a whistle in 30 seconds. I prefer this honestly. My mother had a really expensive fully automated pressure cooker that was lined with something like teflon, and after a while it flakes off and makes a terrible mess. With the stainless steel you know you have a REAL quality pan that is going to last a very long time. I'm very pleased with my purchase.
Customer Review: Bad purchase
Fagor quality has really deteriorated in the past few years. I had originally bought this same cooker a few years back and it worked great but just bought a new one and the workmanship is terrible The lid dosent close properly, it grinds as you try to cloes it, you can see that the pieces (top and the base) dont align well, the handle is a mess. I would not buy this company product again


The Ultimate Pressure Cooker Cookbook: More Than 85 Foolproof Irresistible Recipes Tested in your FAGOR Pressure Cooker - Exclusive FAGOR Edition Monday, December 15, 2008




Tastefully Under Pressure (Introduction to Fagor Pressure Cookers) Sunday, December 14, 2008

Customer Review: Untastefully under pressure
This is my first pressure cooker, although I am a very experienced "make from scratch" cook. Subsequently,I have followed each recipe from this cookbook exactly. I have thrown away 5/7 recipes I made from this cookbook. In my household we are very adventurous and non-picky eaters. Many of these recipes are fairly labor intensive in their preparation ie: the Mediterranean Chicken and Orzo Pilaf:I had to throw it away: the flavors were all wrong. Other "memorable" recipes: one with shrimp (the shrimp was totally mushy/ overcooked) and the "Quick and Easy Steak Stew" was literally "too quick": it said, after browning the meat, etc. to bring to pressure and cook for 4 minutes. The meat was tough/ inedible and after looking in the cookbook that came with the pressure cooker, I discovered that stews take 15/20 min generally. I love my Fagor Duo Pressure Cooker , but will no longer use this cookbook. I do not recommend this cookbook, especially not for a Beginner.