Presto Electric Pressure Canner - Is It Safe?

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[@virginiahorvath7595]

I purchased one several months ago and I love it. Before purchasing it I both called and emailed Presto with many questions regarding how it was tested etc. it was through them that I learned that the USDA doesn’t test ANY canner (traditional or electric) they simply put out guidelines for the manufacture to meet. After they answered all my questions I was a lot more confident in the product. Among other things, Presto explained that there is an internal temperature monitor that if at anytime the temp dips below the safe point of 250 degrees an error is displayed. I was excited to find one about 150 miles away and went for a drive to get it. I tried it first with waterbath method and stood by the canner the entire time, I could hear the water boiling inside the device the entire processing time just like I could using a standard waterbath canner. The process/instructions between this device and a traditional one is the exact same for waterbath canning. After doing this for several loads, I decided to try the pressure canning with water only. Again the process is the same, heat/sterilization of jars, fill jars, heat to boiling point, venting, put on regulator (weight), bring up to pressure, process time, bring down slowly (very slowly), the finally done. I set timers to ensure that the on board timers were accurate and watched it like a hawk. I then tried beets and then eventually pork. I now love it and feel confident in it. I actually can more now then I did before because I can do small batches instead of waiting to have enough of any one product to load up a canner. (My glasstop stove doesn’t keep my traditional canner at the right pressure even though it is approved to can on by the manufacturer. This Presto gives me the confidence to can again for my family without having to spend a fortune on a new stove, and gas line because that is the way I would go. Do I believe that this canner should be tested by an extension or private lab and those findings published ABSOLUTELY. But unless we as a canning community come out and demand funding by our representatives that isn’t going to happen. Lesson for the day...get involved and contact your local, state and national representatives and ask that they fund the testing.

[@trina7274]

Thank you so much for your comment Virginia!! I found it very helpful!! My 83 year old mother was the voice of reason for me, when asking questions about this electric canner! I took her with me to get a pressure canner, she knows everything there is to know about canning.... and I sure don’t!! 😬😂 I’m 51, I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and also Ulcerative Colitis so when I feel good, I have to take advantage of this!! So small batch canning for me is perfect! Anyway my mother was the one that pointed out, “the USDA has NEVER approved ANY canner.... what are these young bloods talking about” hahaha.... leave it to my mama to get sassy..... My mom turned out to be right tho! I purchased it today for only 169.99 on super sale at a local farm store!! I’m so excited!! Anyway I just wanted to say that even tho your comment was left 6 months ago.... it really helped me! Have a blessed day!! Can on!! 💕❤️🙏

[@lynnhansen4802]

Thanks for letting us know about the error message that should come on if the temp in the canner drops below 250*. I did notice that whether your at sea level or 6000 feet it's pressure is going to be 15 pounds of pressure. Did you find that too?

[@amandac7056]

I have one and I just love it. It stays right on my kitchen counter because I pretty much use it everyday. Love love it. The only difference between that and the stove top ones is it does your timing for you and gives you little beeps to let you know when to go to the next stage 😉

[@terizelickman5429]

The packing doesn’t say it’s “approved” by the USDA... it’s says it meets USDA requirements for pressure canning. Big difference...

[@Mr.SLovesTheSacredHeartofJesus]

Yes, thank-you.

[@tam876]

I have the Presto Electric Pressure Canner and no complaints so far. Quiet & easy to use, easy to follow instructions. I like being able to do small batches off the stove.

[@ess80wi]

I love mine presto brand .... So far no issues

[@peter8488]

This electric canner has been out long enough that if there were issues I would expect videos popping up all over the place, yet crickets, I believe it is safe as far as durability that remains to be seen.

[@nicoleshrout9393]

I love, love, love my Nesco electric canner! It came with a 10lb and a 15lb weight. I have a glass top stove so I couldn't can if I didn't have it. I waterbath in it as well.

[@lil0me100]

Love mine Nesco too! I have my big presto canner for big jobs but the Nesco rocks for a small job.

[@hummingwind8869]

I have one too and love it. I am still alive so am thinking it is working okay! 😊

[@ruralqueen1568]

Have you all eaten the food from it? Lol I bought one and only canned one batch and I’m nervous to eat the food.

[@ruralqueen1568]

@@homesteadgirl5242 Hope I can get over the fear and eat the food. Although I did have some challenges when raw pack canning. I think that is what makes me nervous.

[@StockingMyPantry]

I agree. I have both a Presto stove top canner and a Nesco. I only use my Presto stove top canner if I'm canning enough to want to have more than one canner going. I do mostly small batch canning, so the Nesco is a good fit for me. Also, I've seen a lot of videos on YT of people using stove top canners wrong, and I feel that the Nesco reduces the human error element. I won't try to convince anyone else that they should use a Nesco, as everyone has to make their own decision, but I may at some point make a video about why I decided to buy a Nesco canner.

[@geminilove4682]

Thanks for sharing this info. I have the Nesco Pressure Canner and I trust it. It comes with two regulators, one for 10 psi and one for 15. It is not “ set it and forget it”, you have to manually close the vent after it gets through venting for 10 minutes and it goes through the same cycles as a stovetop. Coming up to temp, venting, and regulating pressure. It beeps notifying you of each step in the process. It lets off steam constantly keeping the pressure needed just like when you adjust the temp by lowering your stove heating element. Many pressure “cookers” have made claims about being able to pressure can without taking into consideration all the steps involved in the process. That Presto, who know better, makes false claims, is agregious. The real question is: Even if it has no approval yet, DOES IT WORK? A product designed to specifically pressure can should do just that. I think the Nesco/ Carey is a true “canner”. Nesco has designed it to carry out all the functions inherent in the canning process just like its stovetop counterpart. It’s size limits the amount you can do at one time, but for me that’s ok because of the size of my family. Small batches work fine for me. Edited to say that Nesco has been making food appliances for generations and I have no affiliation with them. I just stand by their products. I have my grandmas Nesco roaster which I use every thanksgiving. Also, pressure canning is a science. A science i think Nesco has taken into consideration. I have had it some months now, and the food I made months ago I have eaten and no problems. I do label my jars as Nesco PC to separate them from stuff I canned on my stovetop just in case I notice a problem later on, like years from now.

[@siege919]

I too have the Nesco. Although I haven't yet eaten anything I've canned with it (have only been using it for about 3 months and it was for prep. The reasons I decided to buy it it: 1) because my old stove can't handle a pressure canner, has a hard enough time hitting temp on a waterbath canner 2) because I found many vids from a year or 2 ago of people using them. They all seem to be fine and very happy with it. Also many reviews on Amazon, where I purchased it. I would have preferred a stove top, but I feel sure we'd have heard if people were getting sick or dying from it. Just as they always make it sound as if home canning is dangerous in general, or raw milk, for that matter. If people were getting really sick, believe me you'd hear plenty about it.

[@geminilove4682]

@@siege919 Yes. Exactly. I’m enjoying using mine. I think I use it more than I did my stovetop, which recently started having problems. It’s easier to set up and clean. I think your right, if there was a problem we would have heard about it. I did hear that people were closing the vent during the E10-E0 escape phase, which if you’ve ever used a stovetop, you know this is for the 10 minute venting period. The new manual, since Nesco acquired Carey, has detailed instructions on this.......Try some of your food. Better to find out now if it’s ok than when you really need it. I found turkeys this weekend 39 cent a pound. So you know what I’m doing.....😃😃🤗. Enjoy!

[@julieann7718]

I bought one this summer as well. I hadn't intended to, but it was my only choice to be found. I'd wanted something small as I'm older with many pain conditions unsure if I could even handle something small. I never heard of an electric canner before seeing it at Rural King as my only option, and twice the price I planned. But- I really didn't want to keep missing out on all the great meat sales, and very limited choices on already canned meats, so I splurged. Its been a God-send for me. I've been a canning fool since, and I've never pressure canned anything before. It's a bit heavy for me even being so small, but I don't have to keep lifting on and off a stove. It sits on my counter and I only have to lift out the center pot to clean and place water. I've had no problems at all. Everything has sealed well. I'm canning for storage, so guess if there is any problem, I won't know for some while. But I'll have to trust God n my Angel have my back on it bc I can't use anything else. I know for sure after having this, I'd not be able to handle something more conventional. I've followed directions. Got that E10 exhaust vent figured out for certain, and its done beautifully, providing me with many dozens of jars of shelf stable meats I otherwise would be without. I'm thrilled with it! I trust it! If others don't, and can daily lift a regular canner, more power to you.

[@geminilove4682]

@@julieann7718 Hi canning fool! 🤗Meet another canning fool here. I too am limited by what I can lift. So this works well for me also. No way I could lift an All American full of product. And like you said my goal is for prepping for later and it seems that window is closing so our choice seems to be right on. I HAVE eaten my canned food and it was fine. My only dilemma is whether to buy another one to have two. 🤣🤗❤️ That’s how much I trust it.

[@julieann7718]

@@geminilove4682 Well, it's just me, so I don't need 2, but I'm with ya otherwise. Peace- : )

[@chuckdillonsr9320]

The FDA or USDA does not Approve or Certify home pressure canning equipment. As for testing you might want to watch RoseRed Homestead since she seems to have gone to a great deal of testing using a device she puts inside a jar of food she is pressure canning that records the time and temperature. So far her testing has been positive for the Presto Electric Canner. I do agree the use of the symbol that looks Official is misleading.

[@nestpeeper]

The box does NOT say USDA approved it says it is the first digital canner to meet USDA guidelines. It also does not have the USDA logo or seal on it. It's just a generic badge to bring eye to the statement. Do I trust it? I want to, but until the trusted NCFHP says it meets the guidelines I'll stick with what I know is safe.

[@welchnet56]

Thanks for your take on this. You always have a way of cutting away the chaff so help make decisions.

[@merri-suehannem4915]

From the testing done by the gal at RoseRed from all accounts it is a good product to use and she will continue to use it herself but she did make two major points: 1 the canner is auto set to 15 for pressure no matter at what altitude you live at and can't be changed for lower altitude. 2 this results in the food being processed for a longer period of time at the kill zone which may affect the quality of the product is overcooked. She also stated that each person must decide for themselves if this would be a concern for them. Leisa provided her opinion on the Presto electric canner...she is entitled to that opinion....just because you may not agree with the opinion does not give you the right to call her names or disparage her...as she stated in the video "you do you" and she will continue to do her own thing. Just agree to disagree and behave as adults should.

[@maryannebelmonte5955]

Watch Rose Red's latest scientifically based review.

[@michelep1130]

Thank you for checking that out. I purchased a multiple task cooker that said you could also pressure can. I found out from you the issues that you pointed out altitude, pressure, etc. made this product unuseable for canning. Thank you for making us aware of issues and false claims on many products out there.

[@kimiyemlsmallgardendream8115]

Thank you for having an open mind to new equipment and allow each individual to choose for themselves. ❤️

[@ChrisOldhamDI]

So my question is this: how do you know that your STOVETOP canner is meeting the kill zone requirements? Where is the data on that, and what/who is the source of this data? Your letter specifically said they DON'T do product testing. That would include ALL canning devices, true?

[@DogsRGr8]

Exactly. Your stovetop heat varies. Unless you stand over your canner every minute you have no assurance that your stovetop canner has done the job. And even then the gauge can be out of calibration. You are supposed to have it checked and calibrated every year. Does ANYONE actually do that?

[@charleewesterman5150]

Thank you for researching this for us. We recently bought a electric canner, but have not used it yet for canning. We have seen others not recommending them for the reasons you have sited and have decided to get a regular canner, we have one on order at our local Ace. I love following your channel, you have been so helpful.

[@kickingitwithauntyjen6389]

i was about to buy this... had such high hopes, thought I would check your videos first for anything you might have posted. Thanks for your research.... I would never want to put anyone at risk for the convivence this represents. Maybe in the future more testing can be done. I'm all in then.

[@missylady6922]

Thank you for the effort you put forth in getting info for all of us.

[@toosleepy2careconstitution924]

Boy am I so glad I checked your videos before I bought a pressure canner that is electric! I am going to buy a regular one and hold off on the electric one for now. Maybe in the future , but not right now. Thanks so much, and god bless.👍🙏🇺🇸

[@sharronleman5768]

Thank you. I was about to purchase one as my first pressure canner. As always thanks for the information,

[@PerfectDay10]

I used my new electric Presto pressure cooker for the first time yesterday and processed beef stock in pints. I talked to Presto several times to understand its heat technology or any other question I had. People have got to do their own research. I like it. I bought it on impulse and even then I am thinking..automatic? Presto is there if you have any questions, or errors pop up or by any Presto part even if it is from the 40s or earlier they have it..whatever we need. Now if it was some other company-IDK. This one is nice and easy to use. One of the Presto women processes in hers every week and leaves it on her kitchen counter and I thought that is what I am going to do. I have several Prestos and I love all of them they are like kids. I watch RedRose the Professor on her testing of this machine and I am enjoying your channel and work. I picked up The Alaskan ULU and it came in a couple of days back. I watched you prepping your raw pork and I am going to use my ULU for that. BTW its the first time I have ever did low acid and so I haven't water bathed for about 20 so now I am starting to can low acid. Also I have been prepping since 1999 and today I am 66 and still prepping because the dollar is dead but nobody knows it yet. I figure I buy and get while I still can and stay out of debt as much as possible and continually prepare for any incoming storm.

[@jenniferwomack3076]

Thank you for your opinion on the Presto digital canner. I value your opinion when it comes to any type of canning. I am so sorry that you’ve received so many ignorant statements. I have only ever known you to give information on products and state if you would personally use a product. If others don’t value your opinion then maybe they shouldn’t waste there time watching your video’s and keep their snarky comments to theirselves! Thank you again.

[@lashanngobert5637]

I appreciate your honesty. I trust that. Her letter is very balanced. This is tradition vs trusting tech. I too have checked Presto, My local extension office and the National Center for Home Food Preservation, all of them say No canner is USDA approved because they do not test appliances.

[@brendastratton1306]

I agree, Leisa. I'm not willing to risk endangering myself or my family, so I'll keep using my stove-top canners. I might be interested in an electric canner "some day", but only after extensive testing, and maybe not even then. The canners I now own work just fine, and I don't have to worry about making anyone sick.

[@bethmuscat4570]

I bought a Carey (formally Nesco) and I love it. I have a flat top stove and it can’t handle even a water bath canner let alone a pressure canner. I’ve canned meat, ugly chicken, potatoes and some veggies with it. Yes, it’s great to “set it and forget it”...but if there was ever a power outage, it would turn off...therefore having to be restarted again. When I pull the jars out after it’s come down from pressure naturally, they are still bubbling away. So far I’m happy with it. I’m on a budget and can only do small batches, so it’s perfect for me. I would definitely recommend it to those wondering. It also water bath cans, steams and can be used as a pressure cooker, though I’ve never used those features yet. Just thought I’d share.

[@angelsldy7400]

It also has 2 different pressure limiting valves 1 for high altitudes 1 for low. That is why I choose it over presto also watching rose red homestead tests

[@smed0416]

I called Presto and they told me that the canner was controlled by temperature and not by psi. So whatever elevation you are in will not effect the digital canner. Pam Cantrell of RoseRed Homestead did a full data check on the canner and it passed all of the required times in the kill zone that was required. So if you have a chance to review her testing of the Preston Digital Canner it would be a good start for you to have good information. I purchased one after much research and so far are very happy with the way if has canned my meats and vegetables. Good luck hope you get your answers.

[@tyee.5023]

have you checked on your jars to see if they have failed for any reason?

[@smed0416]

@@tyee.5023 I have only been canning the last 8 months and all is well. We are going to open the oldest in January to ck on them. All jars were inspected and all are still sealed. Are you worried about the canner?

[@ess80wi]

I love mine just got it. No fails as of yet. So much easier not such mess I kitchen for quick canning.

[@HobbsHomestead]

Gosh! Reading that manual, it really makes me want to be a believer! I feel like if they really stand behind their promises and product they would consider funding the USDA research! Fingers crossed!

[@loripeer1]

thank you for your due diligence!

[@karinoshea3330]

I was able to find a regular Presto canner on Amazon and just had it delivered. My Winco is also completely stocked with canning jars and brand named lids. I'm not sure this info fits here, but I'm so tickled pink i had to tell someone!! Much love from Central Oklahoma (still without power 12 days post ice storm, thank goodness for shelf stable foods!)

[@damarisestrada8197]

Thank you so much for putting out this video!!

[@BrattyPatriot]

Well double darn, I was researching all the electric canners for Santa to bring me this year. FYI.......the presto site says they are out of stock, sad since I would say so many newbies have probably bought them. An electric one would be great, being older I can no longer deal with my presto to can. Thks for the info and taking the time, you've saved Santa some cash this year.

[@moncher2797]

I wanted the Presto for Christmas, too. It finally arrived on 01/13/21. I’m so excited because like you, I can’t handle the big loads anymore. Don’t listen to this dimwit. What she understands about science you couldn’t fill a thimble. I believe Presto researched the crap out of this project. The electrical canners are proving to be more reliable than the stovetop canners. They can hold & maintain the temperature better than a stovetop. If anyone would know the guidelines for a pressure cooker, Presto would. I believe if anyone died or got sick from food canned in the electric Presto they would sue the pants off of Presto. Don’t make your decision based on this video. Research the product and make YOUR decision. Remember, 50yrs ago the USDA said it was NOT safe to "steam can" food. 50 yrs later the USDA says it IS safe. Ask yourself "do you have 50 yrs to wait on the USDA to step into the 21st century?

[@cretialaisure6804]

The first items I ever "canned" was in an electric pressure cooker. The manual said I could use it to can, so not knowing any better at that time, I did. It will seal the jars It wasn't until I started searching for recipes did I learn that there were safety issues involved, and the rules of canning. IMO these companies take advantage of the ignorant. They said I could, so I did. We are so lucky that we didn't get sick. With an electric unit working on a thermostat, unless this unit has a settable pressure setting, I don't understand how it could be safe.

[@mac7406]

The box that the Presto electric canner comes in says "meets USDA canning guidelines." To my knowledge it doesn't say "approved by USDA." And no I don't have one, although it is intriguing since it's a Presto!

[@StockingMyPantry]

You are correct. It is NOT USDA approved. Meeting guidelines is different from being approved. I reached out to them to ask about the testing, and they confirmed this.

[@bethdavis6863]

I love my Presto stove top canner. I can't believe they would risk their good reputation on a product that they hadn't tested extensively. I would trust them.

[@lashanngobert5637]

It has ETL testing certification. What is ETL? An ETL certification means that products have been tested to set safety standards. The certification comes from Intertek's Electrical Testing Labs. Like UL, Intertek is an OSHA Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory with the goal of creating safe working and living environments.Feb 14, 2019

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Thanks for doing the research

[@playinatlife5845]

Thanks for your research and opinion Leisa. I've learned so much from you, Linda, Pam, Mary Ellen, Heather and others on YT. All any of these companies had to do was put a digital gauge on the canner lid so we could confirm that the pressure was maintained throughout the cycle. We have no way of measuring temperature anyway! I was under the impression that the University Extension programs were the ones who did the testing. I haven't found any Extension program in my state. Does anyone know of an Extension program that does the testing? Obviously, Presto can't pay for it, but I bet there are a lot of us who would donate to the cause. Hey, none of us thought microwaves were safe when they came out either! If they are safe and make life easier, let's promote the testing. BTW, Whomever came up with the idea to get Consumer Reports involved, that was a brilliant idea!

[@lynlyn4539]

The University of Georgia is not finding this department as of right now. We all do rebel canning in some areas so I take this as a grain of salt.

[@kyfaithhavenfarm9228]

I did not know about the “USDA APPROVED” seal not always being Authentic 🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️. Sad that companies use things to mislead their consumers. Thank you for educating us Leisa. God Bless You, Carol B

[@dmorr86]

Thanks so much for this information and for your opinion about this canner. I thought it was tested and approved as safe by the USDA and was planning on getting one when they come back in stock. I am not happy with Presto for the misleading representation of their product. I inherited my mother in law’s Mirro pressure canner with the round weighted gauge that jiggles rather than rocks. I have used it once successfully and guess I will continue on with it. I wish there were videos showing how to use this type canner. All I can find are videos for using the Presto rocker type pressure canner. Many thanks for sharing this video. You have the most pleasant speaking voice and are very easy to listen to.

[@charlenerogers1730]

Go to OUR HALF ACRE HOMESTEAD she has one she uses

[@henrycooks1883]

Thank you for putting the word out, I did research on this months ago when I first saw it on the market, noticed that misleading USDA stamp right off and that is what made me think I was not willing to chance it. I still can not believe the people who think it is safe to can in the Insta Pot. Wish there was some way to get a gauge inside to test one just to see.

[@mizg1595]

I am a stickler for only using updated, safe canning recipes and practices. That said, I am lusting for a Presto Digital Canner. As soon as they are back in stock, I’m pulling the trigger.

[@staceymoore8039]

I look forward to trying this new Presto canner out.

[@elizabethp3348]

Thank you for this informative video!

[@nanrussell6423]

I use Ball's FreshTech Electric Autocanner (which is for waterbath canning only), and I find it convenient and reliable. I had been wondering when someone would come out with an electric pressure canner version. I saw the Presto Precise Electric Canner demonstrated on the Jesse James Homestead KZbin channel. The Presto Electric Canner is not a combination pressure cooker/canner. It is just for canning, both pressure and for water bath. It uses a multi-step process which the user needs to advance to each step (jar heating, 10 minute venting, etc.) so you cannot just start it and walk away. The Presto website says that it "meets USDA home canning guidelines for safely processing...low acid foods." I do not know if the box says "USDA approved" or words to that effect, but I didn't see that on the website. The canner is sold on the Presto website for $249.99 with free shipping, but it is currently out-of-stock until December or January. I currently have a Graniteware pressure cooker/canner which I have used successfully, but I find it difficult to regulate the temperature on my electric stove, so I do not use it anymore. I appreciate your sharing the information in the letter because I am considering purchasing the canner when it becomes available.

[@lindaearl5486]

I've loved mine. I worked it to death this summer.

[@dianafm9733]

Thank you !! This was very helpful

[@mommagator9899]

I have a Carey electric cooker/canner. I got it with the idea that I could small batch can leftovers without having to sit in front of the gauge. After I got it and realized there were no real instructions and doing more research, reaching out to company whom never responded, I have never used to can anything. I use it for cooking only, which I love. I have come to think of the electric canner like those self driving cars. Since they are both run by computer/programming, and knowing how easily and quickly technology can crash or become outdated, I don't want a computer driving my car for me, and I feel that same way about how I am preserving my hard worked harvest.

[@Monkchip]

Nary a one became a proficient canner overnight

[@geminilove4682]

The Nesco is not totally automatic. The new manual is available online with complete instructions since Carey changed to Nesco.

[@ourfamily3570]

Interesting analogy!

[@klevesque]

Can’t wait to get mine! I trust Presto.

[@sharmynbrass2858]

Thanks for the great Tips. I wanted an electric pressure canner for my70th birthday. Glad I didn't tell anyone. Got a windshield for my car instead. Much wiser choice. Wonder if we could get Consumer Reports to do a report. There are a lot of people that can out there.

[@DogsRGr8]

Hey great suggestion!

[@lat1419]

It will sell to people who are new to canning and intimidated by the traditional pressure canning. Here in the UK it is all very new, we dont have the tradition of canning apart from jams and chutneys, which are all high sugar and vinegar products that we just put in hot jars and lids and no further processing. So we look to you for advice, and this is exact what we need to help guide us through all your bench marks and standards. Thank you.

[@MickyBellRoberts]

Thanks for the information.

[@marybethham4967]

Glad you did this video.

[@lashanngobert5637]

To be fair, if a person looks at that so called USDA stamp, It will say that it’s talking about the pressure canning method, the USDA does not test canners. So if that’s with that emblem is saying then it’s correct, If it follows the method.

[@leilaniaki344]

Thank you so much.

[@carolavant3778]

Thank you for the information.

[@BanDanaGramma]

Great content, Leisa, thank you.

[@SuttonsDaze]

You're so welcome!

[@christybateman3]

You have such beautiful kitty cats!!! Thank you for sharing this information.

[@donnabailey929]

WOW. It’s a great idea. But.......... I will definitely stay with my original Presto. Thank you for sharing.

[@pearlsandsocks5605]

Unrelated-I made gravy tonight from the recipe you gave a few weeks ago? THANK YOU SO MUCH! I have gravy in my stash but I won't be buying it anymore.THANK YOU!

[@AlexWindncer]

how do I find that gravy recipe?

[@pearlsandsocks5605]

Alex WindDancer Did you find it? It was a video from 9 months ago titled “DIY Gravy Mixes”.

[@kathypassa8968]

Thank you for doing this.

[@grannaboo03]

Oh wow! I am new ( don’t even have a canner yet) I am so glad I saw this video! I might have been fooled by the fake USDA label. I am irritated they would do that, as a marketing ploy...not fair! So glad I have the habit of researching before purchasing or even getting into a new hobby.

[@jillbritton2676]

Thank you and I will pass this on

[@laurakiffmeyer9221]

thanks. I got a Nesco and used it twice for canning butI don't think I'll do it anymore.

[@ourfamily3570]

Awesome thumbnail picture!😃I love my electric pressure cooker... of course it says not for canning. I only use it for cooking never for canning. I LOVE LOVE LOVE making yogurt. It incubates up to 96 hours (who does that? 😯I do like 15 to 24 hours) and also does the sterilizing for the milk. Makes yogurt so easy to make!!!

[@kinkycurlfriend4471]

I don’t own an electric pressure canner but I’m curious, what is it that the USDA has done that made everyone feel ok using the non-electric Presto pressure canners?

[@nwpioneer2551]

NO PROBLEM WITH ELEVATION. IT ONLY HAS TO INCREASE THE PRESSURE UNTIL THE CORRECT TEMPERATURE IS REACHED. IT'S THE TEMPERATURE YOU WANT HOWEVER MUCH PRESSURE IT TAKES TO GET THERE.

[@suntoon20]

Thank you for the info😊

[@sheilazimmerman3905]

Thank you Leisa! It would be nice...but I’ll pass, I want to know it’s safe! God Bless you and Your Family🌸

[@sheilaphelps6358]

morning nice info we can read that so that is great

[@vanamac5838]

You're awesome. Thank you so much!

[@Monkchip]

Wow, Leisa! Good eye on that one. I'll pass it on.

[@ShaTaiahMonae6567]

Thanks so much for the info! I wanted to say that your black cat is really pretty and BIG!! Lol!! IDK if he/she is just all hair like my Pomeranian but the white one didn't appreciate having company on the chair. LOL!!! Cats are so entertaining and funny to watch.

[@RogerWilber]

I'm using the Instant Pot Max to do some canning (using its actual canning function) but I am also at just over 200 feet above sea level so I am literally the most simple example to test for. I always add a little extra to the time suggested. It's nice in that it actually does the steam release in bursts before the canning pressurization process starts. The jars are always boiling internally when the canning process is over and I take them out, just like my stove top canner. The jars seal well and the contents appear identical. I do wish there was a way to test the contents at home like you can with pH, etc. I think part of the problem is there's a general lack of faith that the NCHFP will ever be funded again to the level where they can actually do the testing so if you want to take part in newer innovations you'll have to trust the manufacturer to have done enough testing.

[@JaniceCrowell]

I love the instant pot max but only got it after seeing Rosered Homestead’s video about all the detailed scientific testing she did on it. She recently got a presto electric and I am eagerly anticipating her testing results.

[@maryj8576]

I have been leery of these and agree with your assessment. Dangerous. Thank you!

[@cloudburstsinmycoffeecup5648]

Thank you

[@susanwilliams397]

Thank you for this video! I got an electric canner for Christmas and have been canning veggies in it for a couple of months. Since the video was from a year ago, have you updated your info or have your views changed at all? Before I can any “ugly chicken” I truly want to be able to trust it! Thanks, Sue

[@christinamatzen4214]

Check out RoseRedHomestead. She is a scientist and has a temperature gauge she used to test the canner. Everything passed except a thick meat bolognese. It cans at 15lbs of pressure no matter where you are.

[@kandimccann9055]

Wow.... Thank you for your diligence on this matter

[@judylynne22]

Good info, thank you

[@aardyn8564]

I had noticed earlier this year that presto made an electric pressure canner and had wondered if it had been tested by the usda yet or not. Nice to know what there is to know about it, but I'll still wait until they can get approved first. Safety first! I just pitched a large batch of chicken stock I made because when I was done canning it because it looked a little strange and had some weird cloudy clumps hanging out in the bottom of the jars when I pulled them out of the canner. Thinking about it afterward I realize they were probably the remains of the lemon zest that had been on the chicken originally when I cooked it, but there was no way for me to know for certain without tasting it and I was not comfortable doing so because "what if it wasn't"

[@1shirleynewman]

Thanks for sharing

[@lesliesmith7312]

Does that mean they can’t approve any conventional pressure canners as well?

[@patharrington8575]

Leisa, what do you think of the instant pot max? Rosered performed extensive testing.

[@SuttonsDaze]

I think its crazy expensive allowing only a minimal amount of jars.

[@patharrington8575]

So on the fence.

[@frhythms]

I think I may get one. I feel like I can trust Presto to have done proper testing.

[@SuttonsDaze]

And who will test it for you in two years?

[@frhythms]

@@SuttonsDaze Believe me, I'm not usually one to put trust in business entities and corporations! Just thinking that the corp. is going to look after the corp., which is already in the food preservation business, it knows a bit about canning, and I'm thinking the corp. wouldn't want lawsuits on its hand. But, yeah, if I bought one it's not like I could take it to the local extension office to test it to make sure it's working properly, like I can with my pressure canner. Great point, Lisa.

[@cathleencaratan3373]

So no canners are approved, non-electric or electric? However, the process times and pressure for various altitudes has been tested for various foods. So I will err on the non-electric canner because I can monitor the pressure and time for my altitude. Unless I can afford a temperature data logger to check every batch in the electric canner, then how do I know if there is a malfunction? I don’t.

[@Angela_Alaimo]

All the best wishes to the one who told you the truth. And thank you Leisa, so much, for sharing this stuff💖

[@materialgirl338]

Thanks

[@SuttonsDaze]

Welcome

[@bosslady1914]

I'm new to your channel and to canning, what pressure canner would you recommend then? I'm going through many of your videos but can't see where you mention what one you have and trust. Thank you so much! I'm going to be a regular here from now on, I can tell you know your stuff :)

[@cm-xq5zj]

Amazon has the Presto 23 quart pressure canner on sale. It is the stove top one, very good canner. Regular 199 on sale for $100.

[@savannahv1808]

I’m with you, too many unknowns and the fact they are using a symbol like the USDA (of their own making) to perhaps mislead buyers!

[@m.c.1933]

When I first heard about the electric canner I immediately researched it and decided right then and there I would pass. I will stick to my tried and true regular presto canners that I have used all my life. My first one I have had over 20 years and have only had to change the gasket once. The only electric canner I will use is my electric water bath canner for my jelly's and for sterilizing my jars. If the Home economist they used is like the state home economist in my area I surely wouldn't use it for canning. I called to ask if they test pressure gauges and she didn't know you were supposed to test them. She asked what all I canned and after I told her all the things I canned she started asking me canning advise. She had only helped her mother can years ago . Take care and God bless!

[@rebeccazody1278]

That is shameful. Wow

[@elizabethcope1502]

Ask for the person's credentials. ✔ if they include Master Canner.

[@m.c.1933]

@@elizabethcope1502 well if I had been asking a question about canning I would have been mad but it was just about testing my gauges . I stayed on the phone talking with her for about 20 minutes because when I told her that I canned ground beef and other meats she was asking me questions and taking notes so she could tell her mom and aunts. She was knowledgeable in other areas of cooking and baking but she just didn't have any canning experience outside of helping her mom and grandma . I know 1 other person that cans in my area. An older gentleman that is a friend of my husband. We went to his house a couple years ago and he was canning veggies from his garden. He had a smal pantry room that was floor to ceiling with all of his home canned food. It was beautiful. My mom and aunt are the only others but health issues keep them from canning now days. It is getting more popular now but 10 years ago canners were a dying breed around here . God bless !

[@karenrisen1381]

Thankyou for promoting safe canning practices!!

[@americafirst9144]

I have an electric pressure cooker. Can I use that to make jam? Thanks.

[@SuttonsDaze]

Why not just use a small stock pot to water bath in?

[@Artiefrog]

They’ve improved this canner. Plus no canners whether electric or manual are USDA approved

[@rennells]

I am curious how much it would cost for her to do the research

[@richellepeace4457]

Check out Rosered Homestead, she tested these and agreed with this post.

[@elizabethniemeyer6831]

See Rose Red Homestead scientifically tested 3 canners. The Nesco one out of three canners passed. Two did not. I trust her. She checked the temperature

[@christinamatzen4214]

@@elizabethniemeyer6831 I agree. She wasn’t paid, she received no kickbacks, and she’s a scientist, which means more in my book than a random person at home who doesn’t trust anyone.

[@Pamela-B]

@@elizabethniemeyer6831 the instant pot max passed also

[@luckyrobinshomestead]

Good info.

[@kathleenconte3360]

I have an electric pressure cooker. I only use it for slow cooking. It is effectively a glorified slow cooker with other buttons for cooking other things including cakes if you wish. Once my crockpot bit the dust, this cooker looked more like a neat replacement item. Although i can fiddle with settings to brown meat inside prior to cooking, i continue to use the fry pan on stove top using red wine to get those yummy bits out of frypan into pressure cooker.

[@JayP-kd5rc]

An electric pressure cooker is a lot different than an electric canner. Using an electric cooker won't kill you if it is not working correctly. An electric canner can.

[@thestickerfarm1254]

Do you know where Presto pressure canners are made?

[@squirrels38]

Rosered homestead has done test using this canner and says it is safe

[@IowaKim]

She says it is safe for her elevation of 5,000 feet, but cannot extrapolate beyond that.

[@mbkelimo]

I was so excited to see this was available and then after watching video am bummed - we are renting right now - have always had gas but this stove top doesn't get hot enough to pressure can :'(

[@moncher2797]

Don’t listen to this fool. She’s stuck in 1950’s technology. She did another video against the first electric canner 4 yrs ago. I haven’t heard about anyone dying from from food processed in an electric canner. Don’t you think if someone died from food poisoning out of the Presto canner they would sue? I think they would. The Presto has been out long enough for people to get sick or die. The electrical canners actually maintain the temperatures better than a manual canner. Go ahead and buy your canner. Follow the instructions. It’s great because you don’t have to hover over the stove and watch the gauge. The Presto even controls the "cool down" phase - that’s important because food processing times are based on a minimum of 2 quarts of food and how long 2 quarts cool down - processing doesn’t stop when the heat stops. It’s a long story. This woman has zero science background and doesn’t know what she’s talking about.

[@erinodonovan5459]

@@goodiebee3007 Thanks - I ended up watching that and took the plunge - no looking back now :) Can't wait to get a real kitchen again but this is so easy will definitely still use it for small batches into the future :)

[@amandac7056]

Get one, I didn't I love it. I use it just about every day. And there is a woman with a scientific university background that done a test on them so check her out.

[@janiceseigler6317]

I have not bought the Nesco Smart Electric Canner (Carey) but I will say I do have the Instant Pot Max and love it! I have only canned tomatoes in it. It sterilizes my jars and it is so nice. I have thought about the Carey or Nesco Smart canner but it uses wide mouth quarts and not regular mouth quarts. The Presto will use either quart jar mouths. My true feelings about the Presto canner is that Presto has stepped way out there to back up their product. Apparently, they feel very confident in their product enough to put the company at risk against lawsuits. I am going to buy the Presto electric canner but will probably only can tomatoes and broth in it. Also, I have two of the Ball Fresh Tech Automatic Home Canning Systems and dearly love them.

[@StockingMyPantry]

Hi Janice, you can use regular mouth jars with the Nesco, but they recommend wide mouth. The reason is that the regular mouth are taller. So when I use regular mouth jars, I just pints. I use wide mouth when doing quarts. I looked at the Instant Pot Max and it seems pretty cool, but since I wanted to be able to can quarts, I chose the Nesco instead of the Instant Pot Max. I'm glad to hear you like the Instant Pot Max.

[@janiceseigler6317]

@@StockingMyPantry The Max is really cool but can't do quarts. I may go for the Nesco now you tell me both quarts can be used. You know, I really have to say that I compare using these electric canners the same as people that have been canning things like crookneck squash for example. Even though that type of squash has not officially been approved, people are canning it.

[@StockingMyPantry]

@@janiceseigler6317 I agree. Many people who are not comfortable using these canners do can things that are not "approved." I think we all need to do our due diligence and then make the decision we think is right for us.

[@StockingMyPantry]

I need to add that you can't water bath quarts in the Nesco BUT you can use the low pressure setting in place of water bathing. In other words, if you have a water bath recipe you want to use in quart jars, go ahead, but use low pressure setting instead of the water bath setting.

[@janiceseigler6317]

@@StockingMyPantry Thank you for adding that. I have the Ball electric water bath canner and love that thing. It was a tremendous help to me this fall with preparing raw peanuts with soaking and heating repeatedly before I pressure canned them.

[@russupsidedowntopbottom955]

i know someone who has one and has been canning away...hope they will be ok

[@StockingMyPantry]

I expect they will be fine. These are reputable companies. We live in a litigious society, and they aren't stupid. Companies are more likely to not say you can do something (even if safe) then they are to say that something that isn't safe is safe. Hope that makes sense.

[@scrapper6928]

I own one at it works fine. I eat what I can and I follow all the safety canning guidelines as well. I like that I can, can in small batches for my Hubby and myself and I NEVER leave it and walk away. I treat it like any other canner.

[@brendachartier8769]

I would like one because I can not can on my stove and I wish they would test it and test stoves that have a temp control.

[@pattir6628]

I have the same problem. Where I am living right now I have a really old electric stove/double oven, and the space between the stove top and the top oven is small and I can't fit my Presto pressure canner on the stove top. When I bought my Instant Pot, I bought the Instant Pot Max because they said it was for canning. As it turns out, it's not been approved so I won't be using it for that purpose. I needed an Instant Pot for its standard use and I like the one I purchased, but I'm still without an canning option at this time.

[@brendachartier8769]

@@pattir6628 I really want to start canning,but with my stove the temp goes high then turns off for a few seconds then goes back on, and they say not to use a caner on that, I though about getting a camp stove, but the caner people said not to use their product on that. So what are we suppose to do?

[@pattir6628]

@@brendachartier8769 Yep, we're both in a tough situation. I may try my Instant Pot Max for some water bath canning. I wonder if you could do some water bath canning on your stove top.

[@brendachartier8769]

Hi@ No i can not even water bath on my stove because of the element goes on for a while then turns off for a few seconds. I really appreciate the feed back. Thanks

[@jinglesh1398]

Better safe than sorry! I think I'll pass. Thanks for all the info Leisa