Hi, is it ok to use to tomatoes in this or does the acidity of the tomatoes affect the finish? Also, can it be used to boil soups/ stews as well?
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I have used mine for stews, and once you have seasoned and cured? Your wok per the attached instructions you should be able to cook anything in it. I have used tomatoes in mine and haven't had any problems.
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The carbon steel will react adversely with acidic foods, tomatoes included. You could use it to heat soups / stews, but bear in mind that it WILL rust until thoroughly seasoned; you'd be much better off with an enameled cast iron dutch oven for this purpose (you can also use a saucepan or stockpot; the dutch oven will work best, however).
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I don't fully understand your question about the handles. The stainless layer is not damaged by the bolts on the handles in any way. The question about whether it is safe to cook acidic soup: it is safe for the stainless steel to cook acidic soup. Tomato soup will not damage this item. I hope I helped.
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I have had mine for years and cook/warm up everything in it including chili and tomato base dishes that usually stain anything. It has stained a little, but it is not that tomato type stain that you would expect. It is more light grayish in spots and not much of that. I am surprised it has not stained more than it has given the amount of use over the years. It does not affect the taste at all.
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First, I ask if you had asked the seller. However, I've cooked in similarily coated pots (not in this pot, yet) and I can't imagine not being able to cook a large stew or stock in this pot. But, I've not tried yet.
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No I have not, I do not see why it would be a problem though. Start at a lower heat. It is a flat bottom pot. Good Luck! I have used this pot a lot. Thought I would use it just for canning season but it is my go to pot for a lot of things.
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Oh yes, it is! this pot is very nice for soup, stew, chili, etc...hope i've helped and you buy one.
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I use it frequently to boil pasta and it works perfectly fine. But, you are seeing it correctly; it's not tall and slim like a traditional pasta pot if that's what you're specifically looking for. However, it's an excellent all around pot. Great to make a big batch of sauce and meatballs for your pasta : )
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Hi :) I bought this specifically to steam 1-2 person servings of veggies and it's fantastic. Yeah, you could totally warm-up or make soup in the bottom pot, and not use the top/steaming basket at all. I'm not sure if it's non-stick surface so maybe be careful with creamy soups that could burn, stick, and turn into a super mess & headache to clean afterwards. Maybe broth based soups? Just keep in mind this puppy is only 1 quart so it's pretty tiny. If you're making soup for 1 person it's probably perfect but you've got limited space. Last thing, be careful the handles get super hot. Use with care and don't burn yourself! I hope this helps a little with your purchase InvisibleCloak -Best, Katherina
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I use this for acidic foods such as spaghetti sauce, jambalaya, gumbo, tomato soup and the like. I don't want acidic foods eating away at my cast iron seasoning.
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I'm probably too late to help you, but tomatoes can be water bath canned (which is probably why the recommend not using the pressure gauge and having the hot water bath up above the lids). I use a large tamale pot. You don't actually need the pressure canner for tomatoes. Some directions recommend it for a shorter canning time, but results are very good with the straight water bath and a little lemon juice for higher acid.
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I personally would not. The tomatoes are very runny / juicy after being put through the strainer. I use the tomatoes for bloody mary mix and marinara sauce after they are strained. Hope that helps!
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I am going to purchase this canner for my summer bounty. Lost so many quarts of tomatos this past summer to water bath canning so am going to try this. I have a glass top stove and am going to use my gas b-b-q outside that has a side burner on it. Has anyone else used this before and does it work ok??
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I don't think it's necessary. It won't fall apart right away or anything. However, seasoning it is very easy, and will prevent it from getting stained the first time by the tomato sauce.
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I don't see why not. I will probably try it later in the growing season when I make tomato sauce. i have a much larger pan that I use for that but it is very heavy so I will try this one when making a smaller batch, Lord willing and the harvest is good this year.
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I haven't used it for making salsa. It would probably make it very smooth. I have pureed tomatoes to can and it is great for removing the skins and seeds. It is great for making pumpkin puree, any fruit puree, applesauce, tomatoes, etc. Last year I made applesauce by cutting the blossom end and bad spots off all the apples, quartered them and cook them in a big stock pot on med-low just until softened, then ran them thru the squeezo and it took care of the peels, seeds, cores, etc. Then I jarred the applesauce to process. It saves a lot of time and does a very good job. I highly recommend this product. I haven't used it for making salsa. It would probably make it very smooth. I have pureed tomatoes to can and it is great for removing the skins and seeds. It is great for making pumpkin puree, any fruit puree, applesauce, tomatoes, etc. Last year I made applesauce by cutting the blossom end and bad spots off all the apples, quartered them and cook them in a big stock pot on med-low just until softened, then ran them thru the squeezo and it took care of the peels, seeds, cores, etc. Then I jarred the applesauce to process. It saves a lot of time and does a very good job. I highly recommend... » Read More I haven't used it for making salsa. It would probably make it very smooth. I have pureed tomatoes to can and it is great for removing the skins and seeds. It is great for making pumpkin puree, any fruit puree, applesauce, tomatoes, etc. Last year I made applesauce by cutting the blossom end and bad spots off all the apples, quartered them and cook them in a big stock pot on med-low just until softened, then ran them thru the squeezo and it took care of the peels, seeds, cores, etc. Then I jarred the applesauce to process. It saves a lot of time and does a very good job. I highly recommend this product. « Show Less
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Modern day canning advise does not recommend canning vegetables in anything other than a pressure canner. However, this steam canner can be used for anything you would normally feel safe canning in a water bath. I have canned tomato sauce and pickles with no problems. It is up to the individual canner what risks/limits you feel safe taking. I personally would not use it for green beans at least, but again tomatoes and pickles have worked great!
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I've made homemade pasta sauce and chili in my big pots no problems with stains.. Just a 20-30min soak in really soapy hot water