Programmable with Presets

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3000 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Size: 6 qt
• Color: Stainless Steel
• Brand: Nesco
• Model: PC6-25P
• Dimensions: 18.25" h x 12.62" w x 12.62" l, 13.50 pounds

Features

• 6-quart Pressure Cooker with automatically locking lid
• LED display and soft touch buttons
• Programmable with presets
• Delayed start up to 8 hours
• Cool-touch lid and handles

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Customer Reviews

Most helpful customer reviews

318 of 330 people found the following review helpful.
Yes! This cooker reaches 15psi....Many do not!
By tiasmom0707
11-03-10 - Not all electric pressure cookers are created equal!

Before purchasing this item, I researched several models. Being that most recipes are written for pressure cookers reaching 15 psi, the pressue level the cooker could attain was critical. I contacted Nesco's customer service (1-800-288-4545) to MAKE SURE this model reaches 15psi. On the low side, they advised the cooker reaches 5 psi (for veggies, custards, etc).

During my research, it was evident the disappointment people showed in other models was likely due to their cooker only coming up to 9 to 11psi on the high side, creating a MAJOR problem with food being undercooked and requiring more time. Thankfully, recipes written for a stovetop model should do great in this cooker without having to fiddle with and refigure cooking times because of insufficient pressure.

Another thing I really like about this cooker is the fact it doesn't have "pre-set programs" you can't over ride. I may not want it to cook a full 30 minutes. I may only want to cook 20 or 25 and then add veggies and cook another 2 or 3 minutes - it can be programmed according to YOUR specifications - not that of some engineer. YOU program the cooker for exactly how many minutes YOU want.

The final factor for me was quality and price. I have a NESCO Roaster and the quality is there, so I don't worry about buying NESCO products. Will post again when this item arrives and I have a chance to work with it. I posted 4 stars for the unit being engineered for the correct psi and freedom from pre-set programs.

UPDATE: 12-20-10 Have upgraded review to 5 stars. (I was sent the new model #PC6-25P - it has a removable power cord which is great for storage.)

Absolutely no regrets with this purchase. This cooker is everything I had hoped it would be and I use it A LOT. Any recipe written for a stovetop pc can be prepared AS WRITTEN in this unit without a problem. In addition to the pressure cooking, it does a fantastic job browning meats. I use it when browning rather than a skillet because it does such a good, even job - not to mention it prevents cleaning up splatters all over the stove. It is the easiest pot I own to clean up. Would definitely purchase again without hesitation.

102 of 103 people found the following review helpful.
Nesco is a Keeper!
By G. Cottrell
I agree with the very thorough and very positive reviews above. So I won't re-plow the same ground that they did. However, I will just add a few additional thoughts that may be helpful. I have 3 pressure cookers, 2 Kuhn Rikon stovetop models in different sizes and this Nesco. They all have their advantages and disadvantages and I use them all. The Nesco is not the best suited for some applications (like making very large batches of soup) BUT the Nesco has three big advantages that the MUCH more expensive Kuhn Rikons don't have.

1. The cooking pot has a non-stick surface.

2. Unlike a stovetop cooker, you do not need to stay in the kitchen to monitor it. (Great time saver for busy folks who are multi-tasking)

3. As stated in the product description, it has an automatic warming feature so if your cooking cycle ends and you are not there to turn it off, it will just keep it warm for you.

I have used mine for over a year and I love it! I consider it a good buy and worth every penny of the $119 I paid for mine. For the current price of $74, it is a steal! Don't wait! Buy it and you will be glad you did.

61 of 64 people found the following review helpful.
Nesco PC6-25P 6 Electric Programmable Pressure Cooker
By Mark E. Herrick
Thank you so much for underpromising and over-delivering! We received this product well in advance of the anticipated deliver date (and before X-Mas!). This pressure cooker is amazing! The only suggestion is that it be made available with a basket instead of a rack. The rack allows vegetables to fall through. We are using a basket from our 'old' pressure cooker and it does great! My wife has used pressure cookers for over 20 years and is extremely satisfied with the quality of the cooked food and programming options (especially the warming feature). I am able to use this cooker as well! It's that easy...thank you Nesco. We fully recommend this pressure cooker. As mentioned, please consider marketing it with a basket instead of a rack.