Comments on: Breville The Fast Slow Pro Pressure Cooker

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Mon, 16 May 2022 11:17:24 +0000

In reply to Stacy.

Hi Stacy – no electric pressure cooker has been approved by the USDA for canning. You can do hot water bath canning in electric pressure cookers though https://www.friedalovesbread.com/2017/09/safe-steam-canning-with-your-instant.html

By: Stacy

Stacy — Mon, 16 May 2022 10:22:09 +0000

Can I use the pressure cooker feature of the Fast Slow Pro to can jars of vegetables? I can’t seem to get the pressure to go low enough (unless I’m not converting correctly) to be able to do this.

Thanks!

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Sat, 25 Jul 2020 15:34:55 +0000

In reply to Ken Peeler.

Hi Ken – sorry, I don’t know of any repair businesses that fix pressure cookers. Generally, even the manufacturer does not fix them, but rather sends a new unit when it’s a warranty claim. I don’t have this particular model, but if it came to pressure and you didn’t see any steam coming out from around the sides of the lid, it probably is functioning properly. However, you may want to contact Breville for advice https://www.breville.com/ca/en/breville-support/breville-support.html

By: Ken Peeler

Ken Peeler — Sat, 25 Jul 2020 13:45:57 +0000

I have used many times a Breville BPR650 pressure cooker. I droped it against a counter top some time ago and broke off the ebonite, the molded, handle on the left side of the unit. Left meaning as i am facing the control panel. I have used it once only since then and it did seem to still work though I believe it took longer to build pressure though I could be mistaken about that. I know of no specific repair business in the area that services or verifies internal pressure capacity of these type devices.

The handle may be only a handle and have nothing to do with the seal or internal pressure of the lid when locked but it may have had one of the arrows painted on it to show that the lid was closed correctly and locked. I can not remember since the handle is now gone. My question is, does the handle itself have anything at all to do with either locking the lid or the building of pressure inside and keeping it functional in regards to the pressure it can retain for the duration of its cooking? I will appreciate any advice you may be able to offer and thank you in advance.

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Wed, 13 May 2020 13:45:15 +0000

In reply to abby brown.

Hi Abby – after using the Saute function, you’ll need to to press the stop/cancel button and then you will be able to select the pressure cooking function. How long it takes to come to pressure depends on how much is in your pot and the temperature of the ingredients. If you have a big pot of soup with cold ingredients, it can take 20 minutes to come to pressure. You can do a water test https://www.pressurecookingtoday.com/instant-pot-water-test/ to see if your pressure cooker is functioning properly.

By: abby brown

abby brown — Wed, 13 May 2020 02:55:17 +0000

I am confused on how to use the pressure cooker function. after I have sauteed something I have added the liquid and tried to set the Brevelle to pressure cook. it has not worked so I have had to unplug it and start over to put it on pressure cook setting. Then it seems to be hours that it says preheating or whatever it says…eventually I have just given up. is my machine broken or am I doing something wrong?

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 06:56:21 +0000

In reply to Sandra. Hi Sandra - I usually use the custom setting for everything. I would cook salmon on high pressure for 3 minutes for a 1-inch thick filet.

By: Sandra

Sandra — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 05:36:18 +0000

Which setting do I use to pressure cook salmon? Thanks!

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 03:00:12 +0000

In reply to C Humberger. I think you're correct, there were several electric pressure cooker before the Instant Pot was introduced. After you have a chance to use the new model, let us know what you think. Have fun!

By: C Humberger

C Humberger — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 20:47:06 +0000

If I’m not mistaken, the original Fast/Slow cooker was actually introduced before the Instant Pot. I have had one for years and absolutely love it. I have never had a problem with steam release, cleaning, or failure of any kind. Sadly, I let someone borrow it and it was returned damaged. It was replaced with the new model. I haven’t used it yet, but I am already a bit put off by the fact that the lid (or atleast the lid arm) is not removable. The original model had a removable lid. If this version works as well as the last, I will get over it quickly.
As for the price, the original model was welllllllll worth it. I’ve looked at InstaPots and they seem cheap when compared to my Breville.
I appreciate teh in-depth review and all of the comments. I’m hoping that I am as happy with the new model as I was with the old.