petenbev Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Hi just wondering if anyone uses a slow cooker in their motorhomes and if so can we use the one from home or is there a camping one TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PJay Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 You can use your home one (don't know if they make a 12v version!) You would have to be on hook up though. i tried one at my son's house once. Did not think much of it. Ok if you want to cook the food slow for long time, I guess. I find a pressure cooker much better, and can be use on the hob! PJay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyLou Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 I have seen a slow cooker type of thing that needs no power advertised at the shows. You put in hot food and its insulation is so good that it caries on cooking the food while it is in the container. The idea being that you put the food in before you start your journey and then when you arrive it is all hot and cooked ready to eat. I have not tried one but they look like a good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PJay Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Andy&Lou - 2017-08-21 9:35 AM I have seen a slow cooker type of thing that needs no power advertised at the shows. You put in hot food and its insulation is so good that it caries on cooking the food while it is in the container. The idea being that you put the food in before you start your journey and then when you arrive it is all hot and cooked ready to eat. I have not tried one but they look like a good idea. So you have to cook it first. How is that a slow cooker? Just keeps food hot IMO. Another show gimmick? PJay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randonneur Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 I use a slow cooker at home for casseroles and slow cooking brisket joints, chicken curry, rice pudding, etc and take it with us when in the van. I have found that a pressure cooker takes all the taste out of food, everything is very bland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithl Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 PJay - 2017-08-21 10:33 AM Andy&Lou - 2017-08-21 9:35 AM I have seen a slow cooker type of thing that needs no power advertised at the shows. You put in hot food and its insulation is so good that it caries on cooking the food while it is in the container. The idea being that you put the food in before you start your journey and then when you arrive it is all hot and cooked ready to eat. I have not tried one but they look like a good idea. So you have to cook it first. How is that a slow cooker? Just keeps food hot IMO. Another show gimmick? PJay No. Not exactly. You start the cooking process as usual but then put the pot into the vacuum flask and allow it to carry on without external heat. http://mrdscookware.co.uk/how-a-thermal-cooker-works But at near £100 a very expensive cooking pot IMO! Keith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PJay Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Randonneur - 2017-08-21 12:16 PM I use a slow cooker at home for casseroles and slow cooking brisket joints, chicken curry, rice pudding, etc and take it with us when in the van. I have found that a pressure cooker takes all the taste out of food, everything is very bland. I can't agree with that. I find that the pressure cooker makes cheap cuts of beef/lamb, into a very tasty stew, few herbs and plenty of OXO or equivalent. !and saves on fuel as is quick and easy. I have had one since the first one was bought for a wedding present by my grandmother , over 60 years ago(cost all of £5,oo and that was the top of range in those days. I now have 2 small ones , as I used to use on the boat, with only 2 rings , it was used greatly I can't be doing with all the new choices that come out. PJay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petenbev Posted August 21, 2017 Author Share Posted August 21, 2017 we use it at home to cook curries,stews etc so if we're out n about its ready for when we come home so thought that'd be great for our first trip to Belgium/Holland in a couple of weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeti Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 We bought a small one for the van and useit when we go out for the day as long as we are on hook up. It is nice to return to the van and have a real 'roast' dinner. Roasties and Yorkshire puds done in the double skillet. done in the slow cooker meat makes its own gravy. It also makes lovely porridge overnight as well as breakfast. .http://cincyshopper.com/slow-cooker-breakfast-casserole/ http://www.wilko.com/slow-cookers/wilko-functional-slow-cooker-15l/invt/0316165?gclid=Cj0KCQjwierMBRCHARIsAHl9i4Fhgmm6npxSXz_DDekUdYvF8S7AnNHunNAAjsyLL4v9X-N5aqbUZtQaAkmmEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds Some mad 'scientists' have used an inverter and used the cooker whilst driving,putting the cooker in the sink or a padded box. Or buy RoadPro's version-a bit pricy and only of use when driving,unless you have a massive battery bank! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooperman Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Nothing better, to come back to the van in the winter having been out for the day to a warm van and a lovely smell mmmmmm?? ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starvin marvin Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 We have something called a "Wonderbag".....google it. This allows us to cook food while driving, if we wish to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyLou Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 The wonderbag looks quite good. It would work well with my Dutch Oven pot. I am not sure I can justify £45 but I might put it on my xmas list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike B. Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 We have a small one which we bought on Ebay for about £10. Big enough for two peoples meal and costs pennies to run. We fill it in the morning, go out for the day and come back to lovely piping hot meal all ready for eating.Casseroles are a doddle but we also use it for slow cooking curries & chilli. Never had any success with the porridge although we did try it-came out in slices almost! Only downside is you have to be on mains electric to use it Mike Link to eBay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petenbev Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 Thanks everyone, we'll go and get a smaller one we'll be on mains hookup for some of the time anyway so should work out for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nasher Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Hi we use a domestic 240 volt slow cooker through an inverter. We fill the cooker with chicken veg and stock plug into the inverter,which is next to the leisure battery, When we arrive at our destination the food is ready. Just make sure the inverter will take the wattage. We do this all the time without any problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petenbev Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 didn't think of that nasher,we've got an inverter as well,thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellen Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Where do you store safely it when traveling ?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laimeduck Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 We also use an inverter & cook while travelling. Put it on in the morning then leave on while driving all day. (It goes off when we stop but that's not for long & is no problem) The slow cooker sits in the sink with the lid held in place with rubber bands. Works well for us. The main problem however is the delicious smell while driving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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