Cooking Without Electricity III

Another way of cooking without electricity is solar power. A year ago, I watched Kathy James produce several tasty dishes using her homemade solar cooker. Wiki has a very interesting article on solar cooking here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_cooker.

Another site that has plans to build your own solar cooker along with cooking hints and tips is here: http://www.allfreecrafts.com/nature/solar-cooker.shtml.

The following YouTube clip is interesting. She has an accent but if you listen closely you can follow what she is saying:



Finally, solar cookers are available commercially. One relatively easy version, found readily on ebay or at various internet sites is the Global Sun Oven - it is generally priced around $200 - $225. The difference is usually the amount of shipping they charge...free shipping = higher initial cost.


Following is an advertising blurb for it:
The ultimate solar appliance - used daily in 126 countries around the world. The Global Sun Oven is constructed with a strong fiberglass case that is easy to clean. It uses reflexto specular - finish reflectors and a tempered glass door. It has many built in features for ease of use.


A leveling leg to maintain the oven's maximum exposure to the sun.


A built in Levelator which keeps food level, and avoids spills while being refocused on the sun.


A built in thermometer for easy monitoring.


Reaches temperatures of 360o to 400o F, with cooking times close to the same as those in a conventional oven, but may vary with cloud cover.


Ruggedly built for years of trouble-free use! With care it should last a lifetime.


As portable as a small suitcase, it measures 19" by 19" and weighs 21 lbs.


It has a built in carry - handle.


Whether you want to be more self sufficient, or you just want to experience the superior taste and nutritional benefits of sun-baked foods, the Global Sun Oven will prove to be a wise investment.


Stock # 187 Price: Now only $225.00 Plus low shipping!
 
So solar ovens come in everything from mylar covered card board boxes to high tech commercial ovens.
 
Another alternative to cooking without electricity.