Camp Cooking: How to Cook in a Thermos Food Jar

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Thermos cooking is a fantastic option for van life or camping. Thermos cooking is easy to learn, and saves cooking fuel while also helping to avoid heating up a van on a hot day.
This video covers the basics of Thermos cooking, and includes a demonstration of cooking steel cut oats. Links to additional Thermos cooking resources are listed below.
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@jonthebru 6 жыл бұрын

I worked in pineapple fields as a teenager here in Hawaii. All the local workers used thermoses to prepare hot food for lunch hours later. You're talking 24/7 harvest operations, so 'lunch' could be in the middle of the night. This was in the mid 60's. A stainless steel thermos was a valuable item in those days. I have cooked this way at various times through my life.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

That is interesting. Not sure why it took me so long to stumble across this idea. It is so simple, but incredibly useful.

@theflyinhawaiiantravels354 4 жыл бұрын

Get some rice noodle with boiling chicken broth add some garlic, ginger and green onion.

@flyinhawaiian7226 Жыл бұрын

Aloha!!

@genkiferal7178 2 күн бұрын

@@theflyinhawaiiantravels354 yes! rice noodles/cellophane type.

@airlandsea 2 жыл бұрын

Robert, I know this is an old video, but so glad I found this one. I think it is one of the most useful nomad cooking videos I've seen. Truly informative rather than just watching somebody cook a nice meal in their van :) Thanks for all your informative videos.

@tiddlesa.6125 Жыл бұрын

Watching this in 2022 and lovin’ it.

@tomwardmusician 10 ай бұрын

Awesome, I travel a often for just a night or so and can now cook high protein lentils on the trips, boiling the water before I go! :) thanks for the video.

@xlncy 2 жыл бұрын

I recently brought a few thermos jars I shall try cooking with it. Thanks for your tips

@halfazzhomesteader 7 жыл бұрын

I do this for when i am hiking,add de hrydrated chicken tomatoes or salsa and rice hot water in the morning and i have lunch or dinner ready when i am hungry

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a tasty meal! I have not tried it yet while hiking, but it definitely seems like it would be convenient.

@loucee222 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert! I bought the thermos, one burner stove, and Melitta filter after your last video. Now I have recipes!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you - and thanks for watching! It is a convenient way to cook some foods, but also offers a lot of versatility. Good luck with your Thermos cooking adventures!

@authordebradickinson 7 жыл бұрын

I am looking forward to trying this. I always learn a lot from you. Thanks Robert!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It is really very simple and easy. I find it a great way to cook some thing that I might otherwise not bother cooking - like the steel cut oats.

@mhayes6864 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this! What a concept! Definitely will practice it! I remember my first camping, it was my birthday and the wind would not let my water boil to cook my oatmeal on the butane burner. Took forever, so I ended up starting a small fire w little scraps of wood to finish cooking! Then I had to deal with cleaning soot on the pan n my hands and fingernails!

@cuddlesanddaisy 7 жыл бұрын

I don't live in a vehicle but this is a great idea to take food for my lunch (to work)! Thanks 👍😁

@alvaradacosta293 7 жыл бұрын

cuddlesanddaisy ....and it's perfect for hikers too

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

I have read about people doing that while researching Thermos cooking. It's not a replacement for everything, but it is a convenient option for some foods. Thanks for watching!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried it yet hiking, but it seems like it would be really convenient for hiking as well. Thanks for watching!

@alvaradacosta293 7 жыл бұрын

Robert Witham ... I was just thinking that you could have it already prepared/set up with your hot meal inside, before leaving your van......then it's ready to eat whenever your ready. Your welcome...

@jamierupert7563 6 жыл бұрын

You have a very soft, nice sounding voice. I could listen to you all day. Thanks for the info. I've tried stuff like this before & it actually tastes pretty good, if you know what you're doing & how to do it. Thanks again!

@debbiesullivan7269 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that’s good information even if you don’t live in a van! Safe travels and blessings!

@nancyk3615 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I did the steel cut oats in a little large mouth thermos. I also cook rolled barley for my 30 yr old mare the same way. I bring a gallon of water in a stock pot to a boil and dump 3/4 of gallon of the barley in pot, turn off heat, put lid on and place in a styrofoam box and stuff some old towels and put the styrofoam lid on. It's nice and ready for her the next morning. Thanks for this idea!

@dmc949 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert thanks for this video. I was given a soup thermos for my birthday so looking forward to trying different meals. Iam a brit living in Russia so the thermos cooking will be great on camping trips in the forest. Regards. Dave.

@stealth48nurse 7 жыл бұрын

love your kitchen set up. Been thinking of doing something similar to this. I've known about thermos cooking for years yet have never taken the time to try it. You have inspired me to finally do it. Thank you.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! The kitchen setup is simple, but it is working well for me. Only just so many options in a minivan, but this works and allows me to cook just about anything I want. I think my next experiment will be solar cooking!

@genkiferal7178 2 күн бұрын

@@RobertWitham black camping pots look okay for that - thin metal and black exterior is best.

@lindascales7485 2 жыл бұрын

I had no idea...very cool 👍

@RobertWitham 2 жыл бұрын

I don't do it as often these days, but I found it particularly convenient in a small vehicle like a minivan. It was also handy just around camp though as I could throw some steel cut oats in the Thermos and not have to spend a lot of time on preparation.

@ritamurphy9426 6 жыл бұрын

I've heard of using a thernos for yogurt making but this is great. Why have I never heard of all these possibilities? What a great energy saving idea. Thanks.for explaining, the possibilities are endless!

@tranquilitytravels2994 5 жыл бұрын

Great setup! Thanks

@LifeBetweenTheDash 6 жыл бұрын

YAY!!! You had me at steel cut oats and the night before. Perfect video.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I have been enjoying steel cut oats - and in a way that is actually easy to cook!

@lindasue8719 4 жыл бұрын

Such a neat idea! Im a house dweller and I love rice and oatmeal but rarely make it unless it's instant (not the healthiest option), because I don't like standing over it. I will use these ideas on a daily basis!

@indigoblue4791 7 жыл бұрын

Hello Robert!! What a super video, thanks! l appreciate that this is so comprehensive, you've taken the time to go over all the very important stuff!! Giving your own experience using this method means people trying this out really have a good place to start from. Have a great day Robert! :)

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and thanks for watching! I was not able to find a lot of info about Thermos cooking, but did find a few sites with helpful details to get me started. It is a convenient option for some foods so I am happy to share what I have learned.

@unitedstatesdale 2 жыл бұрын

This idea worked great. Thanks !!

@garyc1824 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip, Robert. I was going to give it a try but didn't have a stainless steel thermos. I realized I did have a 30 oz stainless steel tumbler and gave that a try. Your directions worked well for that even without the insulated lid. I enjoy your videos. Thanks for bringing me along.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I am glad to hear you were able to try this.

@maehay4065 5 жыл бұрын

Robert keep sharing your Thermos cooking recipes with us! I love this idea 👍

@RobertWitham 5 жыл бұрын

I just picked up a new insulated food jar. Looking forward to trying it out :)

@bobhamilton5385 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@redhotz21 7 жыл бұрын

Big thank you, Robert, for posting a thermos cooking demo as many of us requested under a prior video. I can see it is as simple as you said before, needed to see it played out I guess LOL 😜 Thanks again!!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

You are welcome, and thank you for watching! I could not find too much info online when I started researching it a while ago, but I found enough to get me started. It makes it really simple to cook some foods that might otherwise be too difficult in a van or campground.

@geraldhenrickson7472 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for passing this along. Very nice, helpful video.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I have found it pretty convenient, particularly with trying to save fuel while camping, etc.

@joanmilano5302 7 жыл бұрын

What a cool way to cook! I bet you are loving your kitchen and the extra room you have compared to sleeping in your car! The van looks great! Very comfy, very cozy and well organized. Love it!!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

I have been enjoying playing around with Thermos cooking. It is pretty easy and convenient for certain foods. The kitchen setup is working out well and is definitely better than cooking on the floor or a box. LOL

@TheMan-wg8xm 7 жыл бұрын

Good stuff! I always look forward to watching your videos.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

@VintageRayne Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Great video! I just got my first food thermos & will be purchasing a brew over coffee maker soon!

@joread1949 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I will be travelling across Canada in my Nissan Note and this is a gem of a solution. Appreciated.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

Joanne, I would think it might be ideal on that kind of a trip. The two big keys that I have found it using a high quality Thermos (or other brand) bottle to hold heat and pre-heating the bottle with boiling water for about five minutes before adding whatever you want to cook.

@passin.timeintx8571 6 жыл бұрын

Valuable information! Thanks, Robert. 👍🏻

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I have found Thermos cooking to be really convenient.

@derickderidder8837 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos and ideas

@debicaron4869 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for these tips Robert. I will be out there in two months..this will be helpful cooking in my vehicle.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I find the Thermos really convenient for van dwelling, camping, etc. Best wishes as you prepare to hit the road. Maybe our paths will cross somewhere along the way.

@jmc1000 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robert. That was very interesting.

@meganjones3514 6 жыл бұрын

Very good idear, thanks for that .

@Sharpshooter-77 6 жыл бұрын

I have watched other videos about this but you did a great job explaining.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I can't even remember where I first came across the idea, but it took some research to figure it out. It works pretty well for some foods though and is pretty convenient for camping or traveling.

@jeeping32810 4 жыл бұрын

lots of helpful information. Thanks!

@shrimpfarmer 5 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this video and learned something new. We have a couple of those thermos flasks so I am going to give this a try. Thanks. 🙂

@ronmiller7916 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Robert

@maryfield6920 6 жыл бұрын

Great information. I live in northern Michigan and I have had 2 really cool custom Vans in my lifetime with kids. Now the kids are gone and I’m 61 and want to bug out. Guess I need another van to drive south. Thank you for your video.

@capedoryus 2 жыл бұрын

Aldi has quick cook steel cut oats. Using in my thermos. Thanks for video.

@LoveRise 7 жыл бұрын

I am such a huge fan of alternative cooking methods that conserve fuel and water so I'm loving this video! After watching this you inspired me to thermos cook some oats with brown sugar, raisins and Chia seeds without using any fuel at all by using the solar heated water that I heat to boiling in my camp chair solar cooker. I also had gluten free elbow macaroni for lunch cooked in only an inch of water above the pasta which can be applied to cooking any type of noodles. Took less than 15 min. start to finish.

@pinetree909 7 жыл бұрын

Good info, Robert, thanks! Love your minimalist set up!!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I do like to keep things simple. In this van, I am really trying to keep it as simple as possible while still being reasonably functional. Too many miles on this van to want to go crazy with a build. I expect my next rig will be a little more detailed, but still simple.

@xoxofelicia0305 5 жыл бұрын

Great tip

@GEAUXFRUGAL 12 күн бұрын

Today I started out with 3cup rice pot $2 thrift store score black&decker never used. Knorrs chicken flavored rice,2 ham slices, cheese ,badia complete ,hot sauce ,a delicious push one button meal.

@dawn4678 6 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video. Thank you. I just came across your channel, and I like it so far.

@Alien2799 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Robert. I always soak my grains for 24 hours before cooking. So for example, if I soak quinoa then I simmer it only for 5 minutes and it is done. Probably it does not even need 5 minutes.

@1badcad69 6 жыл бұрын

Robert your insight is awesome when planning meal prep. I am going to get more than one thermos.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I cannot even remember now where I first saw that idea (somewhere online), but I immediately thought that it would be perfect for camping and cooking in a van. The websites where I learned about it to get started were all by people who use this method in a house though so it is a versatile solution.

@carlosmartinezreborned6403 6 жыл бұрын

Great Video with lots of good information. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I really appreciate it!

@valerinaDREAMER 5 жыл бұрын

Love your idea of overnight thermos oats!! I used to do overnight oats in the fridge, but stopped as I prefer warm/hot oats for my super early starts. I don’t have the time for stove top oats in the morning and dislike using the microwave. Thanks so much for sharing!

@RobertWitham 5 жыл бұрын

I am glad you found this video helpful, Valerie!

@kmjhss1 7 жыл бұрын

Robert, Thank you for sharing your thermos cooking. I recently tried a cold cook method for oatmeal that is easy and virtually no work. It may not work for you, but I find it convenient. Place water and any spices or fruit and oatmeal in a resealable bowl. Seal and leave overnight. . Cooking required, less cleanup and breakfast is ready when I get up! Safe and Happy journey

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a great option too! I just don't want to spend 40 minutes cooking it in a van. LOL

@occipitalneuralgia2339 2 жыл бұрын

If you use old fashioned oats, they don’t need soaking, or cooking. Place spices like cinnamon and fennel, powdered coconut, crushed walnuts, sesame seeds, etc. I add two scoops of “Lean”vanilla protein powder (has loads of vitamins and minerals in it), some powdered milk, and a tiny bit of salt. Mix the dry ingredients well. Add hot water. Stir and eat - meal will satisfy you for many hours. And full of fiber. Yum!

@2avanman391 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Definitely some great tips!!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I am glad that you found the video helpful.

@bigtomsvan4817 6 жыл бұрын

great video! I learned to use what I already have. I will make my oatmeal in the jar and take to work with me. Thanks Robert

@offthehook4u 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video! When our children were little I used to take whole wheat berries and crack them in a blender, then pop them into a thermos with boiling water and let them sit overnight. (cook while you sleep hahaha!) Wheat is a whole grain and takes a bit of time to cook so the slow thermos method was perfect. The next morning, breakfast was ready in a jiffy. Add in some butter, cinnamon and honey and the kiddos loved it. Will have to revisit that cooking method now that you have reminded me of it!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

I have heard of cooking wheat berries in a Thermos, but have not yet tried. The steel cut oats are really easy with the Thermos though. I don't know that I would want to cook it on the stove because it takes so long, but with the Thermos I can prepare it ahead of time and eat whenever I am ready. Definitely a convenient way to eat healthier.

@kimbashae964 7 жыл бұрын

Great idea and thanks for showing us how it works 😃👍🏻 Also love your kitchen set up. Simple and functional.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! The kitchen setup is simple and basic, but a huge improvement over cooking on the floor or a box. LOL

@keithlapere7650 5 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@deborahthompson9252 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Thermos cooking. It looks easier than I thought. I will give it a try in the morning. Your setup is looking good and I am glad it its working well for you...

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It really is pretty easy, and I found that once I had cooked something a few times I could make it again even easier. Good luck with Thermos cooking!

@tinastill7235 7 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. learning so much. Thank you😍

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and thanks for watching! I am glad that you find these videos helpful.

@S.G..E555 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this.. I already have the same little flask.. also live in my van.. definitely trying this 👍✌️❤️

@RobertWitham 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this video helpful. It is a handy option for some foods!

@laurajphillips5981 6 жыл бұрын

Thank You! Very Good!

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I have found it to be pretty convenient, though I haven't been using it as much lately. I am sure that I will be doing a lot more with it though as the weather cools down again.

@juliocsauceda 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, It is very informative!

@robinengland5799 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I have found it to be a convenient option for some foods.

@jjdrummonds 6 жыл бұрын

Great video Robert.I might get a thermos to try it out. 😊 I have already watched most of yours and Debra's videos ,However watched on my tv and don't know how to do the likes and comment. On tv. So watching all of them on my tablet :) Cancelled my Hulu since I watch you guys mostly and added that payment to my pledge.I love you and Debra.I pray for you both along with my family and friends daily.You bring so much information, Joy and love to people .You both are a huge Blessing to many lives 💜 Joan 💜

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Joan. You are such an inspiration to both of us! I am so glad to hear that you enjoy our videos so much. Thank you for partnering with us on this adventure :) Two quick notes on Thermos cooking should you decide to try. You want a good quality Thermos bottle (I have heard particularly good things about the Nissin brand of bottles) as the food needs to stay very hot to cook. The plastic models just don't cut it. The second important detail is to pre-heat the Thermos with boiling water for about five minutes before loading the food and liquid to cook. I recycle that pre-heat water for coffee usually :)

@julituli6768 7 жыл бұрын

Yes that would be great. I hope to be ready by fall. thanks again for all the helpful info. :)

@LostOnLandAgain 7 жыл бұрын

I never would have thought of that.. Very cool. thanks Robert.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I can't remember where I first learned about Thermos cooking, but it wasn't too long ago. There doesn't seem to be a lot of information about it online, but I did find a few sites with enough info to get me started.

@cargocampingdan7978 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. That's my breakfast every morning. Instant oatmeal with honey in 12 oz. foam bowl and coffee using the Melitta. Love the intro pics. .. " Keep on Smilin' - Wet Willie - 1974 -...You take care , Robert.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I eat the oats fairly often now - and always with a fresh cup of coffee from the Melitta!

@denacollins352 6 жыл бұрын

Very smart idea!

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

The sources that I used to learn about this were all by people who live in traditional houses, but I thought it would be ideal for camping or van cooking. It definitely helps to save fuel and time spent watching a pot.

@ramblinroam 6 жыл бұрын

thank you! I had no idea and would have never thought of it

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I can't remember how I first came across this idea, but I thought it would be just perfect for camping and van life.

@spencermoon1371 6 жыл бұрын

nice guy well explained cheers bud.

@gravewalker1632 6 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@kylehiggins3216 7 жыл бұрын

Love the oats idea! I always heat up my travel coffee cup that I take to work in the morning... good tip!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

The oats are probably the thing I cook in a Thermos the most. Thanks for watching!

@rouelibre1 6 жыл бұрын

An alternate, but much similar method that I used in cyclo-camping using a methanol mini stove. First, boil one litre of water and make two cups of coffee. Next, use some more hot water into instant oatmeal with 1/2 bag of trail-mix (nuts and dried fruits). Cover the ceral (soup bowl) with your bread plate so it swells well ( about 5 min). Save the rest of the water by putting the pot into an insulated bigger pot (a tupperware lined inside/out with self-stick foam/aluminium about 1/2" thick ) . Don-t kill the flame. Toast some bread while sipping somme coffee. Have you cereals and toasts and when time comes to wrap-up and pack-up for the road, you still have enough hot water for a second cup of cofee while working. Cut the middle-man, the thermos! :)

@tikitiki7610 6 жыл бұрын

thank you.

@bonibbly3057 7 жыл бұрын

Loved your video!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you - and thanks for watching!

@fredhubbard7210 6 жыл бұрын

I have done this quite a bit. The best is to use dried food. I have a food dehydrator. Virtually anything that has been dehydrated cook fine in a thermos. For things that require milk, (like porridge, Knorr Sidekicks ) I use powdered whole milk. I even add powdered eggs and dried fruit in oats.

@mikeoporto6365 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the ideas mate! I hope tho that I can cook black beans im the thermos, that would be awesome. 👌🏼

@RobertWitham 4 жыл бұрын

I've been wondering about doing that - but have yet to actually try. I have pre-soaked them in hot water in a Thermos though.

@louisemissouri4410 5 жыл бұрын

Just a little tip you might use is to make a cozy from reflectix for your thermos and it will keep it even warmer longer. I use this idea for my French press coffee pot and it keeps that second cup warm for me. ATB Louise

@joycebarnett5813 7 жыл бұрын

Great cooking video. I never knew that a person could cook with a thermos. What a great idea. Taking the 3 drawer stand out and putting in the cooking counter really opened up the van a lot. Great improvement on van build. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe and happy trails. Joyce

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was almost skeptical the first time I tried it, but it worked exactly as it was supposed to. It's a nice, convenient option for certain foods. The kitchen is working out great. Definitely as good as I could hope for considering I only have 28 square feet! LOL

@firerose7936 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man! I've been playing with wonder bag and solar cooking for years (both BIG), I just got a large vacuum cooker. I'm going to try to use it to make hard boiled eggs.

@RobertWitham 2 жыл бұрын

I found the Thermos option quite helpful in a small vehicle especially during hot weather when I didn't want to run a stove inside for long but it was too windy/buggy/etc to cook outdoors. It does help with saving fuel too because it's just a matter of boiling water and then letting the hot water do its thing. I have seen the wonder bags and thought about trying them in the past, but the size kept me from trying.

@firerose7936 2 жыл бұрын

@@RobertWitham they are quite bulky, I use them when "glamping" and in the summer so I don't have to heat the house all day with gas stove cooking.

@FayeCalder 6 жыл бұрын

Love watching you and learn a lot Robert ! Thank you. MommaFaye

@anitawhittington130 6 жыл бұрын

Very good video!

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Anita!

@AdventureswithJane 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent, very useful video. I love cookkng on the road, but cooking efficiently is even better. My personal favorite is the Hawkin 1.5 pressure cooker. Real rice in one minute of cooking time. Anyway, great video. --Mark

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

I have thought about trying a pressure cooker, but haven't taken the plunge yet. Sounds like something I need to check out though!

@OffGridInvestor 5 жыл бұрын

I know about the hay bale one. Apparently they used it years ago but I first read about it from Cold War nuclear fallout shelter literature. They basically heat the pot and food up to temperature and put it in a wooden box full of hay INCLUDING the top. Obviously the pot needs a lid. I think my mum mentioned my nana doing it.

@auraroldan1420 4 жыл бұрын

Love your video. Lots of knowledge! 😃

@RobertWitham 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I keep thinking I should do some updated videos about Thermos cooking.

@d.molina5644 3 жыл бұрын

@@RobertWitham Do you have any rice thermos cooking videos?

@julituli6768 7 жыл бұрын

thank s for your helpful info . enjoy your videos. I hope to be road worthy soon

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Maybe I will see you on the road.

@smallfootprint2961 6 жыл бұрын

I don't generally eat right away in the morning so it taking a bit of time is just fine with me. Great idea.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

It works well for as well for the same reason. By the time I finish drinking coffee the oats are ready. Of course, then I need another cup of coffee. LOL

@derekgrimes6544 5 жыл бұрын

thanks for the great tip. I eat porridge daily so I'll try this at night to save a lot of time in the morning. I've heard of steel cut oats and will try to find them here in France..

@RobertWitham 5 жыл бұрын

I am glad that you found the video helpful! Thanks for watching :)

@supertug2005 3 жыл бұрын

good job! ATB!!

@GEAUXFRUGAL 7 жыл бұрын

I got one of those that is 40 oz. Another way to clean is ice with salt. Put the ice in there with salt and cap it shake plenty till clean.

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

I will have to keep that in mind for cleaning. Thanks for sharing!

@lyndamichler407 6 жыл бұрын

I have trouble standing for any period of time. I am going to try the thermos oats, it sounds great.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I have found it to be really convenient. I actually learned the info to get started from people who live in normal houses, but I found it well suited to camping as well.

@pattierwin4380 6 жыл бұрын

If you like the steel cut oats, you might love the Scottish oats from Bob's Red Mill. A little cream and stevia and they are heavenly. I bet they would do wonderfully in the thermos.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I will have to check those out sometime. I am always up for something new!

@GatorLife57 7 жыл бұрын

Great info. Thanks. Thumbs up. ENJOY... THE SIMPLE LIFE

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

@tomtroy3792 Жыл бұрын

I went to a secondhand store and wandered through the whole thing and came out with a big mouth thermos for Soups and stuff one day later I'm getting all these videos on Thermos cooking I think my phone is watching me

@lauriek6424 5 жыл бұрын

Just subbed. Saw you on Bob's video. Just this morning I hard boiled eggs. I heat the eggs and water in a sauce pan w/ a bit of baking soda (peels better) to boiling, shut off the heat, cover and let sit. 15 minutes later, perfect boiled eggs. Same principle. I love your set up. Some day I will be out there, too. Collecting all the info I can.

@RobertWitham 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Laurie, and welcome to the channel! It was somewhat slow here for the past year, but I am actively posting videos again now so there will be plenty of fresh content. My other channel is a collaborative project with Debra Dickinson at kzfaq.info if you want to check that one out too. We also post there usually twice per week.

@RLeeVanCamps Жыл бұрын

You can hard boil eggs while cooking rice. Just cook together.

@PartyUpLive 4 жыл бұрын

I make my oatmeal, grits, and cream of wheat like this in the morning for work. I don't preheat and it's still warm/hot enough. I've done it the night before and the oats were still warm enough to eat in the morning, but I don't usually eat until maybe 3 hours after I leave out. I've heard of people making rice and even stews with it, but I haven't tried. Would definitely preheat first making other foods.

@SnowyOwlPrepper 6 жыл бұрын

I cook my steel cut oats the same way. For coffee I use the Aeropress. My spoon has a long handle and is silicone. I eat from the thermos and all clean up super easy and quick.

@RobertWitham 6 жыл бұрын

I have been impressed with how easy it is with the Thermos. The long-handled spoon is a great idea! I will have to try that. I have also heard good things about the Aeropress, but haven't tried that yet.

@stringbender57 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thermos cooking demo Robert! Makes me hungry for some oatmeal this morning. Rice, quinoa, oatmeal and potatoes are not only extremely healthy, easy to prepare and clean up after, they are some of the least expensive foods you can buy. Not to mention easy to store as they require no refrigeration. Funny you mention the glycemic index, as many of us have to watch our blood sugar. Now before any of you tell me how bad carbs are for raising blood sugar, please watch some video clips on KZfaq by Dr. John McDougall and Dr. Neal Barnard. I have tried their eating recommendations and have both lost weight and lowered my blood sugar eating the aforementioned carbs. Seems the thermos cooking method will be perfect to cook these foods. Thanks again Robert. I always watch your videos first in my lineup of vandwelling youtubers!

@RobertWitham 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I first learned of the glycemic index a number of years ago, but it does seem to hold true for me. I am not diabetic (fortunately), but do have to use some care to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Quinoa and steel cut oats definitely work better for me than rice and rolled oats. (FYI, I'm not really a "foodie," but do try to exercise some care with my diet.) The Thermos works really well for me to cook quinoa and steel cut oats, and is really convenient in the van.

@kylewattssurfing3266 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome cool....

@nanaimojack3376 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic Information Robert , Everytime I watch your channel I get ideas .. Thanks Buddy

@S.G..E555 5 жыл бұрын

Ooh noodles and thinly sliced veg and sweet chilli sauce would work in this... 👍

@shermanhofacker4428 4 жыл бұрын

Coffee jar wrapped with a towel works fine. Pasta takes 15 minutes without preheat. Add pasta (broke in half) to jar, fill jar with boiling water, put the lid on tight, wrap the jar in a towel then set the wrapped jar in in a container to keep it upright. Salt to preference after draining excess water.

@genkiferal7178 2 күн бұрын

most western pastas will stick to each other if not stirred.