Mirro Pressure Canner

While the Mirro Pressure Canner is designed for stovetop use, you should check your specific cooktop manufacturer's guidelines regarding heavy aluminum cookware. Because this unit is made of heavy-gauge aluminum and has a large capacity, it may not be suitable for all glass-top ranges due to weight and heat distribution concerns.

This canner has a 16-quart capacity, which allows you to process up to 16 pint jars or 5 quart jars in a single batch. This makes it a highly efficient choice for home preservation projects.

Yes, this is a manual stovetop model. It features three distinct pressure settings—5, 10, and 15 PSI—which you must monitor and adjust manually on your stove to maintain the correct pressure throughout the canning or cooking process.

No, this pressure canner is not dishwasher safe. To maintain the integrity and finish of the polished aluminum, you should hand wash the unit with mild soap and warm water after each use.

Safety is built into the design with a secure locking lid system that prevents the unit from being opened while under pressure. Additionally, it includes an overpressure plug as a fail-safe mechanism to release steam if the internal pressure exceeds safe limits.

It is designed for both. You can use it as a standard pressure cooker to significantly reduce cooking times for meals, or utilize its larger capacity for pressure canning vegetables, meats, and other foods.