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Off-Grid Cooking Methods That Could Save Your Life |episode 184

August 1, 2018June 23, 2024 James Burnette

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Off-Grid Cooking Methods That Could Save Your Life

Today I’ll be talking about Off-grid cooking methods. I tried to break it down into the root methods used.

They are wood, alcohol, charcoal, gas, Solar, and esbit tabs.

I dig into different ways to use the various cooking methods and their strengths and weaknesses.

I tell you why some of these methods are better depending on what season it is. And why some are better for the home of hiking.

Butane does not perform well under freezing conditions. So in northern winters, they are not an option for you.

And if you live in a desert a wood burning stove is not for you.

For backpacking trips, a heavy stove is not practical but would work great in a home power outage.

What is your favorite Off-grid cooking method? Let me know in the comments!

Spicing up Your Post-Apocalyptic Menu

June 12, 2018June 12, 2018 James Burnette

Spicing up Your Post-Apocalyptic Menu

When you’re stocking up your post-apocalyptic pantry, gourmet taste probably isn’t the first thing on your mind. After a couple of months of MREs and non-perishable snacks, though, you may find yourself wishing that you had something to add a little bit more flavor to your meals. Growing and preparing spices isn’t tricky, and it can make a world of difference when it comes to the bland and the downright unpalatable. Some spices can even make your dishes healthier. Here are a couple of ways that you can continue to enjoy eating, even after the collapse of society.

Thanksgiving Special How to Cook Better | episode 172

November 22, 2017June 23, 2024 James Burnette

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Thanksgiving Special How to Cook Better | episode 172

This is a rebroadcast of our Thanksgiving cooking episode. Enjoy and have a great Thanksgiving.

How to cook better is the main topic of the week. First, though I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. If you are listening to this I am very grateful to you.

In this episode, Mike and I give our knowledge on how to cook better. Though neither of us are professional chefs we are both accomplished home cooks. We share with you some of the techniques that allow us to make great food.

We talk about cooking at the right temperature. Do not get a skillet scorching hot for eggs. Some food tastes much better when cooked at lower temperatures. The opposite is true with a good steak. Having the skillet blazing hot to ensure a proper sear is best.

We talk about how using acid ( Not the fun kind, sorry) can improve flavors. Using an acid, like vinegar or lemon juice when cooking does a lot to make the flavors pop. I always splash any vegetables I’m cooking with some vinegar. You will begin to notice when a dish could have used acid in the future. Also watching Food Network competition shows will make more sense now.

Once again Mike shares his way of cooking a turkey. I will admit that Mike makes the best turkey. Sorry, Momma. His turkeys are always so moist and flavorful. No need to drown your turkey in gravy.

We cover many more ways to improve your cooking.

Episode 79 How To Cook Better

November 25, 2015June 23, 2022 James Burnette 2 Comments

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How to cook better

How to cook better is the main topic of the week. First though I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. If you are listening to this I am very grateful for you.

In this episode Mike and I give our knowledge on how to cook better. Though neither of us are professional chefs we are both accomplished home cooks. We share with you some of the techniques that allow us to make great food.

We talk about cooking on the right temperature. Do not get a skillet scorching hot for eggs. Some food taste much better when cooked at lower temperatures. The opposite is true with a good steak. Having the skillet blazing hot to ensure a proper sear is best.

We talk about how using acid ( Not the fun kind, sorry) can improve flavors. Using an acid, like vinegar or lemon juice when cooking does a lot to make flavors pop. I always splash any vegetables I’m cooking with some vinegar. You will begin to notice when a dish could have used acid in the future. Also watching Food Network competition shows will make more sense now.

Once again Mike shares his way of cooking a turkey. I will admit that Mike makes the best turkey. Sorry Momma. His turkeys are always so moist and flavorful. No need to drown you turkey in gravy.

We cover many more ways to improve your cooking.

Osso “Buko” Kinda

December 7, 2012June 23, 2022 James Burnette 1 Comment

One of the recipes in Four Hour Chef was Osso “Buko”. Which the version in the book is braised lamb shanks. The recipe is super simple and supposed to be amazingly delicious. I decided to give it a try and of course document it for all of you. If you want to recipe as it is in the book pick it up since I take a few liberties. Now lets get cooking!