Hello, this is Monica Reinagle, and you're listening to episode number 408 of the

Nutrition Diva Podcast. Thanks for tuning in. Today we're talking about the

advantages of pressure cookers and why you might want to add one to your

arsenal of healthy eating tools. And I've also got a bunch of listener questions

and answers later on in the podcast, so be sure to stick around for those.

Pressure cookers are having a big resurgence these days. They are the hottest new cooking device,

although they're actually not that new at all. Many of us remember the somewhat scary pressure cookers,

our moms or grandmothers had clanging and hissing on the

stove top and always in danger of exploding and spraying the contents all over the ceiling.

But today's pressure cooker is an entirely different animal.

I have four reasons you might want to consider investing in a pressure cooker. If you don't

already have one that is, They would also make great holiday gifts

for someone who enjoys food and cooking. And if you already have a pressure cooker, I also

have a few tips on how to get the best results when cooking with it. Reason number one to

consider buying a pressure cooker is that today's electronic pressure

cookers are so much safer and easier to use. They sit on your countertop instead of on your stove and they plug into the wall.

They have locking lids and safety features that virtually eliminate the danger of explosions or steam burns.

And you can also program them to cook on a timer.

Many models have settings that also allow you to use them as slow cookers, yogurt makers,

and all kinds of other cool stuff. and you'll find them ranging from about

60 to up to $150 depending on the features. Reason number two is that

pressure cooker slash cooking time.

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