Manual For Solar Box Cookers PDF Download

Abstract: Utilizing the energy from the sun is a viable cooking alternative for an unlimited number of dishes, and can be used not only in southern climates, but as far north as Maine. The method is to point the solar cooker at the sun, to focus the rays in the cooking area. Instructions forbuilding and operating a cooker and a hotplate are illustrated with photographs. Utensils most suitable are dark, to absorb heat. Recipes tailored to solar cooking include breads, vegetables, grains and beans, casseroles, meat, poultry, fish and desserts. Some of the helpful tips are cooking in plastic bags, making pizza at noon so the oven can stay flat, and making chili rellenos on a rainy day.