Has anyone used this for camping or backpacking? I want to add it to things like instant potatoes and mac and cheese.
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No, but it sounds like a good idea. U can vary the thickness by adding more powder with less water. Mix well before adding to the potatoes or Mac and cheese. Be patient. It can take a few minutes to dissolve.
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Think of a regular cooler with food in it that is cool, but not cold, and with no ice. If it is hot outside, not long at all. If you unplug it for the evening, keep it shut, and it is not too hot outside, then it will keep reasonable cool (not cold enough for milk, but enough for chees and vegetables). We did this most nights while camping.
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I used this for a 9 day camping trip. I made coffee everymorning, and several meals. Its small and doesnt take up much room. My only regret is not getting it years ago!!!!!!!!! LOVE IT!! 10!
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yes, I use it for camp cooking. Its sturdy and about the right height. Works fine for me!
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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 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... » Read More 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 « Show Less
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I just looked this up online and this would be fine to use in any of the recipes I saw. Looks interesting. I may try it myself. :-)
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I've done it before without problems. Well, yes, but the only problem was I froze the whole bag (90-ish % full) and it didn't melt in my pack until I got home from a day hike. In the future I'll freeze only 50% full and top off with cold water before I leave. :-)
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Shouldn't you be asking this question to Camp Chef? This is a very technical/safety question that's best answered by contacting the mfg Camp Chef themselves. No user can adequately answer this question since it involves changing it's structure/format.
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I bought one and love it. I took out the small pan inside (your suppose to set the smaller one in water on the inside) and it worked nicely. I bought a very large can of nacho cheese and placed the rest of the cheese in baggies (food saver bags that were sealed) and placed those bags in a crock pot of water so it would stay warm and I could just cut a corner and pour it into the paragon. Set it on high and it will stay warm. If you have leftovers spoon it out into a container and refriderate. My food saver works wonders for this because the nacho cheese has a shelve life and you do not have to refridgate unless you open the package. I bought one and love it. I took out the small pan inside (your suppose to set the smaller one in water on the inside) and it worked nicely. I bought a very large can of nacho cheese and placed the rest of the cheese in baggies (food saver bags that were sealed) and placed those bags in a crock pot of water so it would stay warm and I could just cut a corner and pour it into the paragon. Set it on high and it will stay warm. If you have leftovers spoon it out into a container and refriderate. My food saver works wonders for this because the nacho cheese has a shelve life and you do not have... » Read More I bought one and love it. I took out the small pan inside (your suppose to set the smaller one in water on the inside) and it worked nicely. I bought a very large can of nacho cheese and placed the rest of the cheese in baggies (food saver bags that were sealed) and placed those bags in a crock pot of water so it would stay warm and I could just cut a corner and pour it into the paragon. Set it on high and it will stay warm. If you have leftovers spoon it out into a container and refriderate. My food saver works wonders for this because the nacho cheese has a shelve life and you do not have to refridgate unless you open the package. « Show Less
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This productis designed for people who are camping and have no access to electricity. You add boiling water and let the pasta sit in the water. If you are not RVing or tent camping, you do not need this product.
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I love this one. 2 Cups powdered coffee creamer (like coffee-mate), 1/2 Cup cheddar cheese powder, 1 Tbsp parsley flakes, 1 Tbsp chicken bouillon powder, 2 tsp dried onion flakes, 2 Cups instant potato flakes, black pepper to your taste. What I like is, using this base, you can makes as much as you want. The ratio is one cup liquid to 1/2 Cup cheese soup mix. I make it a cup at a time, but you can make more. I have made this cup-of-soup in the microwave, but I prefer stovetop. Here's what I do: mix 1C water (or 3/4 C water and 1/4 C beer) 1/2 C soup mix. Whisk together, and heat over med-high until thick and bubbly. If it's too thin, cook it longer, if it's too thick, thin it down with some liquid. I add red pepper flakes or a bit of cayenne, (or both!). If you want a whole pot, use the 1C to 1/2 C ratio, but maybe pull back a little bit on the liquid. You can add more later if you need to.
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yes, I use it for mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, etc. A great stirring spoon while cooking too.
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I have done the same. also use it with food when camping and first aid gear in the boat.
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It's very lightweight. I think it would be a great thing to use on a backpacking trip!
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Yes, if it can go through hard veggies light potatoes and carrots I would. It might get sticky depending on the type of cheese I think would make neat patterns. SO go for it
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Hello: Yes! I just used it last week to make chili on a campstove in Yosemite. I bought it for solar cooking purposes, but it is all purpose. Just be careful as the handles get hot.
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sounds like a question for the vendor. I just know I find mine to be useful for many things like cheese and chocolate, I bought extra to share with friends