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Comments (21)got_mit_uns: I went through just this same angst a few weeks ago. I read through all of the posts about glass-top stoves, got thoroughly confused (the main issue seemed to be that the bottom diameter of the pot couldn't be some amount bigger than the burner.) So I called my stove manufacturer hotline and was told that there was NO RESTRICTIONS on the size of cookware that I can use (it's a GE Profile model). I finally went with a Mirro 22 quart pressure canner, because I was not interested in a canner with a pressure gauge... EVEN THOUGH the listings for this canner say it's NOT recommended for use on glass-top stoves. The canner works FINE on my glass-top stove. I've used it several times both for pressure canning and as a BWB canner. I've done 12 quarts of Stew Vegetables (actually I made a few timing mistakes on my first batch and had to reprocess the next day, so half of the Stew Veggies are now Soup Veggies if you know what I mean :o), 8 half-pints of no-sugar-added Peach Preserves, 8 half-pints of Martha Stewart's Peach-Rosemary Preserves, 6 half-pints of Sungold Tomato Preserves (YUMMIE), 10 pints of Chunky Basil Tomato Sauce, and 10 pints of Annie's Salsa (the BEST). Thanks to everyone here who chimed in on their experiences with canners and glass-top stoves - and also with quick replies to panicked newbie questions. I went out today and bought some more jars and will be hitting the farmer's market and my garden plots tomorrow. So call your stove manufacturer and see what they say. Susan...See MoreAdvice on Presto 23 quart canner
Comments (14)I have two All American pressure canners that are identical to the one that was pictured. In my opinion they are the finest pressure canners ever made. I have never had one problem of any kind with them. The gauges are accurate, and I have them tested at irregular intervals. As much as I use them, I have NO problem maintaining whatever pressure I want. (yes, I confirm that the guage is at the correct pressure by looking) When I am canning, that is the only thing I do except clean in the kitchen and stuff like that. Listening to jiggling or bouncing weights is just not my bag. :) Incidentally, they can be used for canning using a hot water bath, as well. Just don't put the lid on them. Have fun....See MoreAll American Canner Co Great Sevice
Comments (2)The pleasure I get every time I use my All American is worth every penny! I bought the 30 quart one online for $240 a few years back, and I never regretted it. If you need a little help rationalizing the expense, remember these puppies will last a lifetime :-) They are built like a tank! Just put up 10 pints of delicious tomato soup today! TomNJ...See MoreWhat Size All-American Pressure Canner Should I Buy?
Comments (9)A smaller canner will come up to pressure and drop down faster. However, any canner that can hold 4 quart jars is big enough to safely meet current standards. AFAIK, the Mirro 12-quart is the smallest that will achieve that. Stacking jars won't make any difference, so if you have just enough jars for one layer I wouldn't fiddle with stacking. I have the All-American 21.5. It's a great canner. Be aware (as I discovered) that not all pints can be stacked. If you look at Ball pints versus Kerr pints you'll see a difference in height. I have both kinds of jars and if I want to do two layers in that canner I have to think about which jars I prepare because two layers of tall pints won't work. My old Presto, on the other hand, no problem because it's taller and narrower. Don't get me wrong. I love my All-American, but if you're routinely stacking jars you might consider an even bigger size. If you only occasionally stack jars or think you might, then the additional cost might not be worth it to you, especially if you have shorter Kerr pint jars. Carol...See Moreekgrows
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