/ Pressure Cooker Use and Care Instructions Model PC104 EURO-PRO Operating LLC Boston, MA 02465 Tel.: 1 (800) 798-7398 www.euro-pro.
CAUTION! Read all instructions in this book before using. Be sure you understand all operating instructions before using the pressure cooker. Main Components IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property, follow basic safety precautions when using this appliance, including the following: 1. Read all instructions carefully. 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. Close supervision is necessary when the pressure cooker is used near children. 4.
USING FOR THE FIRST TIME Please read these instructions carefully before using the cookware for the first time. • Before first use, wash the pressure cooker and lightly oil the seal ring. • Put at least 1 1/2 cups of water/liquid in the pot with the food. Never fill the pot more than two-thirds full. • Lock the lid. • Turn pressure selector to the desired pressure: (I) Low, (II) Medium, (III) High. See cooking chart on page 3 for guidance.
USING YOUR PRESSURE COOKER It is essential that you read this instruction manual and keep it handy when cooking with your pressure cooker. This manual will answer any questions that you might have on safety, operation and timing. PLEASE NOTE: The Pressure Cooker cannot reach pressure unless the Lid is properly closed, the operating pressure has been selected and sufficient liquid has been added. ADDING INGREDIENTS & LIQUIDS When cooking, always use a minimum of 1 1/2 cups of liquid.
RELEASING PRESSURE Combination Method: Turn heat off. Remove pressure cooker from burner. Allow the pressure cooker to cool off and the pressure to naturally decrease for the amount of time indicated on the recipe (standing time). Release the remaining pressure by using either the Natural Steaming-Off method or the Quick-release Method.
NATURAL STEAMING OFF CLEANING AND STORAGE Turn the heat off. Allow the pressure to fall naturally, then open the Pressure Cooker. This method is recommended for frothing foods or foods that expand greatly such as beans and rice. Combination Method: Turn the heat off. Allow the pressure cooker to cool off and the pressure to naturally decrease for the amount of time indicated on the recipe (standing time).
Disassembling the Valves: TROUBLE SHOOTING Cooker Cannot be Closed • You have tried to put the lid on with the contents already boiling. • The seal may be too dry and needs to be oiled slightly. The Pressure Selector Does Not Rise • Check the time that you started heating the pot. If the pot is full and the contents are cold, it can take up to 20 minutes to come to full pressure. • Check to see that the pressure selector is not at “0”.
TROUBLE SHOOTING continued Recipes courtesy of Alison Dubois from her upcoming cookbook, “Yum! Recipes from the Bravetti Kitchen.” Cooker Cannot Be Opened After Cooking • If cooling has been too slow, a slight vacuum may have been created. Heat the pressure cooker again with the pressure selector in its open position “0” until steam comes out of the automatic valve. Release the steam and then open the lid. • There is still pressure inside the pressure cooker and the safety lock may still be engaged.
Chicken Noodle Soup (Version 1) Quick ‘n Easy Chicken Noodle Soup (Version 2) 3-4 lb. Whole Fryer Chicken 2 Tbs. Olive Oil 1 Tbs. Butter 1 Medium Onion (coarsely chopped) 6 cups canned chicken broth 1 ¼ cup chopped celery 1 ¼ cup chopped carrots 2 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. Ground black pepper 1 tsp. Thyme 1 Tbs. Dried parsley 8 oz. wide egg noodles 2 Tbs. Olive Oil 1 Tbs. Butter 1 Medium Onion (coarsely chopped) 6 cups canned chicken broth 3-4 lbs. cubed, boneless, skinless chicken breast 2 tsp.
Great Northern Bean Soup Pork Chops and Applesauce 16 oz. dried great northern beans 10 cups water 2 Tbs. Oil 8 oz. ham cubes 7 cups water 1 small onion, chopped fine 1 cup celery ribs and leaves, sliced 1 cup carrots, chopped 2 bay leaves 1 tsp. Coarse ground black pepper 2 tsp. Kosher salt 3 dashes Tabasco 1 cup instant mashed potato flakes 4 medium pork loin chops about ½ inch thick 3 Tbs. vegetable oil 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. coarse ground pepper 3 Tbs.
Sunday Roast Perfect Green Beans 3-4 lb. Round Roast 2 Tbs. vegetable oil 1 Tbs. balsamic vinegar ½ cup good red wine 1 clove garlic, minced 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbs. ketchup 1 Tbs. Better Than Bouillon beef bouillon base 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper 1 tsp. celery salt hot water 1 lb. Bag frozen whole green beans 3 Tbs. butter 2 cloves garlic, finely minced ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. ground black pepper 1 cup hot water Melt butter on medium in 3 ½ qt.
All American Pot Roast Pumpkin Cheesecake 3-4 lb. Round Roast 2 Tbs. vegetable oil ½ cup good red wine 1 clove garlic, minced 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbs. ketchup 1 Tbs. Better Than Bouillon beef bouillon base 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper 1 tsp. celery salt hot water ½ lb. Baby carrots 10 small red potatoes 1 lb. Whole medium mushrooms 3 stalks celery, cut into 1” pieces 1 Tbs.
Honey Blueberry Rice Pudding Barbeque Pork Pull-Apart 1 cup white rice, long- or short-grain 2 ¼ cup water 1 cinnamon stick 1” vanilla bean ½ tsp. Salt 2 Tbs. Butter 1/3 cup honey ½ cup granulated sugar 1 cup half & half 3 lg. Egg yolks ½ cup blueberries ¼ tsp. Vanilla extract 3 ½ lb. pork shoulder blade roast 1 can or bottle beer (16 oz.) 1 cup water 1 Tbs. liquid smoke 1 tsp. onion salt 1 tsp. Kosher salt 1 tsp. coarse ground pepper 1 bottle (18 oz.) barbeque sauce (your favorite brand) In 3 1/3 qt.
Linguini with Clam Sauce 2 Tbs. good olive oil 2 Tbs. butter 7 cloves garlic, minced ¾ cup chopped fresh basil 2 tsp. Oregano ½ tsp. Crushed red pepper 2 bottles clam juice (8 oz. each) 1 lg.can diced tomatoes (29 oz.) 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz.) ¾ cup white wine 1 cup hot water 1 box linguine (1 lb.) 3 cans chopped clams (6 1/2 oz. each) grated parmesan cheese Open all cans and drain all liquid together with the clam juice, tomato sauce and water in a large measuring cup.
/ FIVE (5) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY EURO-PRO Operating LLC warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase when utilized for normal household use. If your appliance fails to operate properly while in use under normal household conditions within the warranty period, return the complete appliance and accessories, freight prepaid. Call customer service at 1 (800) 798-7398 or visit our website at www.euro-pro.com.
