Presto 1341 manual

1 I n s tr u c tio n s an d R eci p e s  2009 by National Presto Industries, Inc. V isit us on the web at www .GoPr esto.com Pr e ss u r e Coo ker s Stock Numbers: 0 1241 (4-qt. aluminum) 0 1264 (6-qt. aluminum) 0 1282 (8-qt. aluminum) 0 1341 (4-qt. stainless steel) 0 1362 (6-qt. stainless steel) The stock number is the first fiv e digits of t[...]

 2 Pr essur e Cooker Instruc tions and R ecipes T able of ConTenTs Important Safeguards ........................... 1 Introduction .................................. 2 Handle Installation ............................. 2   ............................ 3 How to Use .............................[...]

3 T o Attach Body Handle to Cooker Body 1. Locate bag containing long body handle. This is the handle that has one screw hole. T ake out handle and remove tape on handle which is holding screw in place. Remove screw from handle and set aside.   [...]

4   of the inside rim of the cover .  [...]

5 begins to build, it slides up, locking the cover on. Once the cooker has sealed, the air vent/cover lock will remain in the up position until  7. Cooking time begins when the pressure regulator begins to rock gently . Gradually lower the heat as necessary to[...]

6  ?[...]

7 2. T o be sure the vent pipe is clear, hold the cover up to the light and look through the vent pipe. Clean it with a small brush or pipe cleaner if it  [...]

8 Care and maInTenanCe 1. When not in use, store your pressure cooker in a dry place with the cover inverted on the body . If the cover is locked on, unpleasant odors may form inside the unit and the sealing ring could be damaged. 2. As is the case of all cookware, avoid chopping or cutting food inside the cooker with a knife or other sharp utensil[...]

9  ?[...]

10 Is it normal for the air vent/cover lock to rise up partially and drop back down when cooking rst begins?  [...]

11 BROWN BEEF SOUP 1½ pounds lean beef, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 cups water ½ cup chopped onion ½ cup sliced carrots ¼ cup chopped celery 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon parsley akes 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper Place all ingredients in cooker . Close cover securely . Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 12 minutes with pressur e [...]

12 1 pound lean beef, cut into 1-inch cubes 5 cups water 1 can (14-15 ounces) diced tomatoes ½ cup chopped onion 1 cup sliced carrots 1 ⁄ 4 cup chopped celery 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons parsley akes 1½ teaspoons basil 1 teaspoon salt 1 bay leaf ¼ teaspoon black pepper • • • • • • • 1 can (16 ounces) Great Northern be[...]

13 seafood [...]

14 SHRIMP JAMBALA Y A 1 cup long grain white rice 1½ cups water 1 cup water • • • • • • • 1 can (14-15 ounces) stewed tomatoes ½ cup chicken broth ½ pound precooked ham, diced ½ cup chopped onion ½ cup chopped celery ½ cup chopped green pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon basil ½ teaspoon thyme ½ teaspoon chil[...]

15 SEAFOOD TIMET ABLE Pour 1 cup water into cooker . Position rack in cooker . Place seafood on rack in cooker . Do not  ?[...]

16 poul Try A host of great, light meals can evolve from chicken and other poultry when prepared in the pressure cooker . Be it a tender [...]

17 CHUTNEY CHICKEN 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1 can (14-15 ounces) diced tomatoes 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies ½ cup raisins ⅓ cup mango chutney 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 tablespoon brown sugar ¼ teaspoon allspice • • • • • • • ¼ cup water 1 tablespoon cornstarch ?[...]

18 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 3 pounds chicken thighs, skinned 1 cup chicken broth 1 tablespoon chopped parsley ½ cup chopped celery leaves 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon basil • • • • • • • 1 can (4 ounces) sliced black olives 2 tablespoons cold water 2 tablespoons our Salt and peppe[...]

19 POUL TR Y TIMET ABLE It is not necessary to brown poultry before pressure cooking, but you may do so if you   [...]

20 mea Ts   ?[...]

21 SWISS STEAK 2 pounds round steak, 1-inch thick 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce ½ cup water 1 cup chopped onion Place all ingredients in cooker . Close cover securely . Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 18 minutes with pressur e regulator r ocking slowly . Cool cooker at once. Thicken sauce, if desired. Nutrition Information Per Servi[...]

22 BARBECUE SP ARERIBS 3 pounds spareribs, cut into serving pieces 1 cup water • • • • • • • 1 cup catsup ½ cup water Place ribs and water in cooker . Close cover securely . Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 5 minutes with pressur e regulator r ocking slowly . Cool cooker at once. ?[...]

23 PORK ROAST 3 pound pork roast 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cups water Pour vegetable oil into cooker . T urn heat selector to medium and brown roast well on all sides. Remove roast from cooker . Pour water into cooker . Place roast on rack in cooker . Season with salt, pepper , and sliced onion. Close cover securely . Place pressure regulator on[...]

24 MEA T TIMET ABLE    cooker . DO NOT FILL PRESSURE COOKER O VER 2 ⁄ 3 FULL! NO PORTIO[...]

25 VeGeT ables V egetables have assumed new importance and prominence on the menu. Health-conscious cooks feature an abundance of vegetables on the family meal plan, while restaurants increasingly cater to a more “vegetable-conscious” clientele. Pressure cooking is the preferred method for preparing vegetables. Because of the fast cooking time [...]

26 AR TICHOKES ’N SAUCE 1 cup water 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 artichokes Pour water and oil into cooker . Place artichokes on rack in cooker . Close cover securely . Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 10 minutes with pressur e regulator r ocking slowly . Cool cooker at once. Serve with your choice of the following sauces. Nutrition[...]

27 FRESH AND FROZEN VEGET ABLE TIMET ABLE When using the vegetable timetables below and on page 28, cook the vegetables the minimum amount of time indicated if you prefer your vegetables crisp. If you prefer your ?[...]

28 FRESH VEGET ABLE TIMET ABLE VEGET ABLE SIZE CUPS OF LIQUID COOKING TIME (MINUTES) Peas Shelled 1 0 – 2 Peppers Whole 1 0 – 3 Potatoes (sweet) Sliced, 1 to 1½- inches thick 1 6 – 8 Sliced, ½-inch thick 1 4 – 5 Potatoes (white) Whole, 2½-inch diameter 1½ 15 Whole, 1½-inch diameter 1 10 Sliced, ¾-inch thick 1 5 Sliced, ½-inch thick 1[...]

29 dry beans and peas   ?[...]

30 Pour oil into cooker . T urn heat selector to medium and sauté onions. Add water , lentils, coriander, curry powder , and ginger . Close cover securely . Place pressure regulator on vent pipe and cook 3 minutes with pressur e regulator r ocking slowly . Let pressure dr op of its own accord. Stir in salt. Nutrition Information Per Serving 4 serv[...]

31 GraIns  [...]

32 SEASONED RICE PILAF 2 tablespoons margarine 1 small onion, chopped 2 cups long grain white rice 2 cups chicken broth 1¾ cups water 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon salt 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon oregano 1 ⁄ 4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups water Place margarine in cooker . T urn heat selector to medium to melt margarine. Add onions; sauté until tender . Combine onion with r[...]

33 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup arborio rice 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups chicken broth ⅓ cup white wine ⅓ cup dried tomatoes, chopped 2 cups water • • • • • • • 1 can (13 ¾ ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1½ tablespoons fresh thyme or 1½ teaspoons dried thyme Salt and pepp[...]

34 STUFFED APPLES ¼ cup golden raisins ½ cup dry red wine ¼ cup chopped nuts 2 tablespoons sugar ½ teaspoon grated orange rind ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 cooking apples 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup water Soak raisins in wine for at least 30 minutes. Drain, reserving wine. Combine raisins, nuts, sugar , orange rind, and cinnamon. Core apples, cu[...]

35 V ANILLA CUST ARD 2 cups lowfat milk 2 eggs, slightly beaten ¼ cup sugar ¼ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon vanilla Nutmeg 1 cup water Combine milk, eggs, sugar , salt, and vanilla. Pour into individual custard cups. Sprinkle nutmeg ?[...]

36 CHEESECAKE 1 8-ounce package cream cheese 1 3-ounce package cream cheese ½ cup sugar 2 eggs ½ cup vanilla wafer crumbs 2 1 ⁄ 2 cups water  [...]

37 reCIpe Index SOUPS AND STOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Beef T omato Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Black Bean Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Brown Beef Soup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Brown Beef Soup Stock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Chicken Dumpling Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

38 serVICe and p arTs Informa TIon   cooker or need parts for your cooker , contact us by any of these methods: • Call 1-800-877-0441 weekdays 8:00 AM to[...]