How to Use a Pressure Cooker (Fagor Duo)

Using a stovetop pressure cooker: pressurizing, depressurizing, cleaning, and storing.
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[@vickylalonde]

This video might be 7 years old but it’s the most helpful I found! Very well explained, Thank you so much! :) The storing and oil tips are very helpful too!

[@justnoted2995]

Except the oil part: preferably don't oil any non-permanently fitted rubber gasket; instead, just gently rinse with cold water, or wipe with damp (slightly soapy) cloth (only necessary when the gasket has sticky food stains on it). Then store in fridge until next use... prolongs the life of the gasket

[@popsugar3042]

Better instructions than the manufacturers manual!

[@hrofinfi]

Finally a pressure cooking video which makes perfect sense and is clearly explained for novices like me!

[@dominicfong6341]

This is coming from someone who absolutely have no patience reading instruction book: your video is extremely helpful. Thank you so much Ms. Rennie.

[@britlady52]

Brilliant - thank you!! I bought a pressure cooker a few weeks ago but somewhere deep in my childhood psyche, I had been told (probably by my mother) that they were dangerous so I have been very wary about using it. This fear - along with trying to remember everything in the manual has prevented me. Your video was just what I needed. Thank you for taking the time to make it ! Terri :-)

[@helenrennie]

+Terri Jones So glad I could help! Yes, that manual is overwhelming.

[@UncleSiam]

I just purchased the 10 quart version. Your presentation was tv/professional quality and provided information that no one else covered. Thank you so much ,, keep up the great work, I will certainly check out your other presentations.

[@helenrennie]

UncleSiam Glad I could help

[@fairyconomy7856]

I wish I could give this 5 stars, and a 2nd 'like', I already liked it awhile back. I use my pressure cooker infrequently enough that I had to watch it again, 9 months later. You made it so clear and easy! I hope Fagor rewards you. If they made this into a DVD to include with the pressure cooker purchase would be helpful, too. Anyway, thank you for this excellent presentation.

[@woofbark4475]

Great 6 years later and even better than the official sites explanations. Great thanking you!

[@qaqaization]

Fisrt vedio i saw is talking about burner level when using pressure cooker.. Perfect and professional vedio

[@withlesego]

The only “How to Use a Pressure Cooker” tutorial that matters. This helped me so much!

[@AnneArjani]

Thank you for your brilliant analysis of how to test your Fagor Pressure cooker, and your tips and tricks for getting it up to true pressure. Truly, I am very appreciative.

[@helenrennie]

Anne Arjani so glad I could help :)

[@belsomarin7944]

Se me quebró la agarradera grande donde se compra.

[@berthayellowfinch1744]

Thank you so much for an excellent video. Although I know how to use a pressure canner, when it came to a pressure cooker I just never had any feeling that I really knew what I was doing -- and I was actually afraid of the pressure cooker. Thank you again for explaining everything so well.

[@helenrennie]

Glad I could help!

[@farzadadam]

love her class. she mentioned so many useful instruction for how to use any cook pressure. . thank you.

[@AVDH-zn9mv]

Helen...thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to make this video. I picked up some tips and you are great!

[@AllysonLeah]

this was so incredibly useful. I was really dragging my feet on reading the manual (ugh) and you helped me get up and running really quickly! Thankyou so much! Wonderful production and super clear instructions!

[@woofbark4475]

Amen

[@lauriephillips8054]

The manual was useless

[@justnoted2995]

One funky lady explaining the basics of the ole stovetop pressure speed cooker 😘😘

[@eftsoulpath333]

Great video. So much better than reading the manuel initially! thank you

[@maryc954]

Fantastic video! I just started using my Fagor pressure cooker and your tips were most helpful! Thank you!

[@helenrennie]

+Mary C So glad I could help!

[@suzannetai132]

Kudos to you PRETTY GAL! This is the BEST EVER FAGOR PRESSURE COOKER STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS that i ever come across. I don't have to pore over the manual now. Cheers!

[@ngoron]

I'm glad I found your video. It was one small tip that I needed to hear. Thank you! ! !

[@cuathebigtop]

You are so good. Thank you. It's too early in the morning to call my mom, and you saved my dinner.

[@JeffGilcher]

Thank you so much! Bought the pressure cooker and have been afraid to try using it, but all my questions have now been answered with your brief video. Again, thanks!

[@helenrennie]

Congrats on your first pressure cooker. Don't be afraid. They really are quite tame :)

[@songsuyoap]

Thank You Helen I got a pressure cooker as a gift and do not how to use but after your explanation I understand

[@ychilds99]

Perfect! Thank you for sharing your experience. You saved me a lot of time and frustration.

[@bacnneggs]

I just got a Fagor for Christmas and this video saved me a ton of time. Subscribed! 😄

[@helenrennie]

+bacnneggs Thank you :) Enjoy your pressure cooker and merry christmas!

[@camrob1973]

Thanks so much Helen. I was watching your video whilst my Fagor Duo was hissing away. Thought I better wiggle the handles and check.....they were loose. A simple second push on the sliding lock and "hey presto" - all good! You're a champ!

[@helenrennie]

so glad I could help!

[@Pebblesaregreat]

I am about to buy my first pressure cooker. This video was very helpful. Thank you!

[@TrudiMercury]

I had not used my Fagor Pressure cooker for a long time - and being lazy - I thought I remembered how to use it....everything went wrong....and now I know what I didn't do to make things right - from this wonderful video. I wish ALL appliance came with this kind of video - would be SO helpful. I HATE reading the directions - I learn more quickly when it is shown to me.....Thank you for this great video - I am now ready to cook what I tried to the last time - but failed!!!

[@garybsg]

thanks Helen. I got more information from you than all the books I got with my pressure cooker

[@rjcote45]

What a great video and a very fun, charming lady. If I was Boston I would definitely take a class. I appreciated your info and your very warm and friendly style.

[@doumanseiman2645]

Simple and quick explanation. Perfect, thanks !

[@pia.santos.]

Thank you for this! Just got myself a pressure cooker and your demo was really helpful!

[@helenrennie]

Enjoy your new pressure cooker!

[@pbasa]

Thank you so much for this video! It was so helpful!

[@huxdroid]

Such an amazing video! Helped me immensely! Thank you!

[@sultanrumi]

Thank you so much for this video :-) I used to use much simpler pressure cooker. I recently upgraded to this kind and your video was really helpful.

[@nancycaccioppo9946]

ha +Rose Asemanie, I was expecting to hear the pressure make noise. I hope you are enjoying cooking now, as it has been some time since you posted, I have just purchased mine in June

[@laurahamilton6528]

Helen, a million thanks. You've saved me hours.

[@helenrennie]

you are welcome :)

[@ICookAndPaint]

Great video! Just bought one today and can't wait to use it. Thanks for your help!

[@helenrennie]

+I Cook And Paint So glad I could help!

[@Madisson02]

thank you for the explanation!! it was very detailed and now i feel ready to use my pressure cooker :)

[@josephfox1012]

Great video! Trying mine out for the first time today. Thank you!

[@elizabethvidler6447]

This video was very helpful, thank you!

[@vvvmarko]

Thank you. This video helps a lot. Preparing for my first use of pressure cooker.

[@poppledirac]

This was super helpful, thank you!!

[@arlenepadden1243]

EXCELLENT TUTORIAL... Thank you for sharing this important information.

[@micheleolson9914]

Hi, thank you for your video, I will definitely try this! I use a huge 23qt Presto cooker/canner, want to buy a 8qt stainless one for meals. You are right, too big is difficult to handle. I have a suggestion for you. I was a Holistic health major and my 78 yr old dad is pre-diabetic. It's a good step to omit the flour to reduce carbs, but the carrots, apple slices and applesauce are carbs. Yes, foods with fiber are better, the carbs absorb slower to not spike your blood sugars. If your numbers are higher than you or your doctor like, it would be a good idea to meet with a diabetic nutritionist, to tweak things. Many blessings to you! :)

[@steverid]

Hi Helen! I just got one of these (Express) last week & cannot wait to use it.....thank you for the informative video! :)

[@helenrennie]

Great! Have fun with your pressure cooker. Let me know if you have any questions once you start using it.

[@wholeNwon]

I've had the same problem locking my Fagor. Lots of fiddling with the mechanism gets it done, but I'll try your technique. Have no difficulty with our other 4 PCs.

[@Dakiniwoman]

I am so thankful for your excellent video on this pressure canner... as I am looking to buy one.

[@thecrazyamericano8870]

Very simple and instructive. Thanks!

[@Tony-ct5ww]

2021 and still relevant, thank you!

[@jdljm]

Thank you for this helpful video!

[@yawnaisian]

Excellent tutorial! 👏

[@arlenepadden1243]

GREAT VIDEO!! Thanks Renie!

[@annjean4369]

Excellent tutorial. Thanks for sharing.

[@DemetersRest]

Ahhh thank you so much for this video. I bought my Fago Duo about 4 months ago after being really disappointed with my electric model. I'm now a lot more confident about ensuring I am reaching pressure and all the handle is set correctly. The first time I used it all the meat stuck to the bottom and burnt (about 40 minutes at setting 2). I browned the meat and veggies in the pressure cooker. This time I am trying by browning in a frypan first to see if it makes much difference. Because I can't stir or check it during the process how do I ensure it won't stick? Thanks in advance.

[@annjean8709]

Great tutorial video!👍🏽

[@Tuchulu]

Thank you for this video, when I heard the steam come out but the indicator didn't pop up I gave it a gentle nudge and it popped up right away. I made vegetable stock with 4 lbs of Mirepoix (adding 6 small cloves of garlic, 1 clove, 1 bay leaf and 10 pepper corns) and a gallon of water, it just about reached the max capacity marker. Should anybody be interested I will give an update on how it tasted but I can't imagine it not turning out great.

[@helenrennie]

Yay! Awesome. Pressure cookers are really great, but can be intimidating to use in the beginning.

[@reginaacoeli]

Thank you Helen!

[@rebeccas8207]

Thank you for this super helpful video!! 😊

[@jude4381]

Thank you for this video, perfect. I did try to take the little gasket, but when I pull it up, it does not come loose, any suggestions?

[@sseraj2898]

Thanks a bunch I have debated for past 5 yrs, because I'm so afraid of all the horror stories of pressure cooker going wrong and deadly accident, finally after watching ur video I know understood how to use it and I bought the pressure cooker finally today same brand slightly different style.😜

[@d.bartholomew50]

Thank you. Thinking about getting this 8 quart duo as a present for my bride. The Fagor seems to fit the bill for use and cost. I'll show her this video when she opens the gift.

[@helenrennie]

That would be a wonderful present. Congrats on the wedding :)

[@KikoMaggiña]

Great video, thanks for sharing the info.

[@abikeolamakinde5035]

Thank you, it was so helpful

[@kimt2au]

Excellent video. Thank you so much.

[@terrirahner3022]

Nicely done :)

[@GOODNESS-sp4hm]

Excellent presentation 👍🙏

[@catefrank1795]

I fear the pressure cookers but from your great instructions I think I'm now ready to buy the model you're using...

[@helenrennie]

I don't think this model is made anymore. Also, I switched to electric pressure cooker and now use Instant Pot Duo. I really like it :)

[@heleneglidden49]

totally love my pressure cooker. Fast and easy. I prepare the pot's contents, go play a round of golf, come home and in 10 minutes, dinner is ready.

[@elainejan]

Thank you very much. This was so helpful.

[@remarkable6111]

Thank you for this vid. Clearly explained

[@ruthallen3481]

Thanks for the info . very easy to follow you

[@21millionreasons]

I have the 6qt duo and I have been washing the lid and and gasket in the dishwasher for years with the dryer heat off and zero issues

[@debbykellis1122]

I LOVE this video! to the point, didn't waste my time. great sense of humor to entertain me while I learn! Hey, Helen, have you tried home canning with the 10 quart. I would watch your videos on that! All of them, lol.

[@luciarivera6772]

You saved my lunch. Thank k you so much

[@jfarinacci0329]

Good video. Good information. Thank you.

[@eriklokensgard2351]

So helpful, thank you!

[@shreyashrestha7429]

thank you, the video helped me lot! 🖒🖒

[@supermelodia]

I saw several videos that did not show the cleaning part lifting the part to check if it's not clogled. Thank you.

[@paradiseawaits821]

Thanks a bunch, I'm sure you saved me hours of frustration

[@helenrennie]

Yay! That's what my channel is all about :)

[@esthermaria1928]

Sparkle 1914 Su yfunch. Mucrosoft. T

[@Dakiniwoman]

I just bought this same pressure canner and so I am doing the test you show here... I did find this video useful... I am wishing that I bought a bigger canner now though as I see it only holds four jars.

[@c00ch47]

Sorry to join the chat so late. But I'm looking to buy one of these for pressure canning. I'm new to canning so I have no idea. Are they suitable for pressure canning?

[@richardasanoff8406]

Thank you! It was much help for i am a first time user.

[@meetasingh5132]

Great explanation Thanks

[@adelmoumen6139]

Very helpful video thank you

[@dinakaicer1986]

Great explanation video

[@preshussunshine]

This is really good information

[@jfarinacci0329]

So good. Thank you.

[@tridsonline]

I have 2 pressure cookers that i would like to compare for maximum pressure. Can you think of some way to measure the actual pressure of each one (not just the claims of the manufacturer), so that i can make informed decisions when i need to use one? If not measure in actual psi/kPa, then some way to compare so that i know which one reaches a higher pressure?

[@jean-pierrefritz3860]

great video, thank you

[@loveanimals-0197]

Does anyone know if Vonshef pressure cooker, that looks similar to this and cheaper, is worth buying?

[@valjalava1951]

I have an older model just wondering if I can use olive oil or avocado oil

[@penandinkdesignservices7596]

do you have pressure cooker recipes too? This video is great! I'd love to see some pressure cooker recipes too

[@aben4628]

thank you that really helped :D

[@gericheng3156]

So helpful!

[@paigow66]

Great information

[@ellenpaul678]

Thank you so much for reading that damn manual for me!

[@ctndiaye1]

Do all pressure cookers have a gasket? I've owned mine several years but never used it as pressure cooker. I've never seen a gasket.

[@nancyferraro4398]

Hi Helen, I have the exact same cooker. I was cooking beef soup today and I've noticed right through the cooking time (set it on 2) it was gushing steam the whole time. I stopped it and checked to see if the seal was on correctly, and all good. I proceeded again and the same thing happened. Is this normal?

[@helenrennie]

If the steam was coming out of the valve on top, that's normal. Just reduce the heat. It's normal for a little water to drip around the handle. If the steam is coming out of the sides of the pot, that means the seal wasn't completely tight. If the pressure indicator was up the whole time, it's probably not a biggie, but if you notice that stuff isn't cooking as it should, you might need a new gasket.

[@nancyferraro4398]

Helen Rennie Many thanks for your reply, it was the steam coming out of the valve on top. My soup was cooked to perfection!

[@fred306801]

This is a Great Video !! Please make more. After several days of research I found that the Fagor DUO is considered to be one of the best pressure cookers. So I got one, well I got the 5 peace set. It just arrived today. Never owned one and know nothing about one. Odd thing if this is suppost to be so good where are all the videos of people showing off there recipes ? There are a boat load of videos of the digital type pressure cookers. They say your are not suppose to mix water with electricity. You would not take your laptod and put it on your stove would you ? All that heat and steam, how long would it last ? I may be wrong but that is what I think of when I see these digital type pressure cookers. They may be eaiser to use but how long are they going to last. That is why I got the stove type pressure cooker. If anyone has any simple but good recipes please make a video or tell me.

[@helenrennie]

check out www.hippressurecooking.com/ she has a ton of recipes for pressure cookers. you don't need special recipes for stove top vs. electric pressure cookers. they are basically interchangeable. if you like beans, here is my video on cooking dry beans in a pressure cooker: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6nWaZ2ZpK2Hrck

[@implorapace]

Thank you!!

[@sareinhart]

Thank you!