Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
"fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
- but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

On Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 11:32:31 PM UTC-5, Terry Coombs wrote:
>
> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>
Eggs and canned tuna come readily to mind. But right now I'm stumped as it's
late. You could cook up a pound of sausage patties and a pound of bacon and
keep those in a covered dish in the 'frig for a quick breakfast.

For a small grill check out the Weber "Little Smokey" as it's compact but does
a really good job. I think it's advertised as being great for tailgating
football games if that carries any weight with you. Don't forget the charcoal.

On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
wrote:

>
> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>"fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>- but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .

You need a couple of American flags to stick in your camper and a
spare tooth for if your current one falls out. And an old CCR tape, of
course.

"Terry Coombs" > wrote in message
...
>
> So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because my
> wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will let us
> keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max would
> have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up you-can-live-in-it
> camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to "fully provision" it
> because it will probably be at least a few months until we use it again .
> I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that doesn't need a lot of spices
> and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs can only go so far . We'll be
> limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is probably going to get maxed out by
> the AC so no crock pots or air fryers - but we do have a gas range & oven
> and nukler oven . I'll probably pick up a small hibachi or something ,
> since the original gas grill has rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great
> meals off that thing .

My mom used to make what she called, "Spaghetti Red" on the road. It was
ground beef cooked with chili powder, mixed with some form of tomato product
and cooked macaroni.

We made a lot of cross country moves and had no way to cook, so we ate
canned beans, canned veggies, applesauce or fresh fruit, raw veggies, salad,
cheese, and peanut butter on crackers or bread.

I once saw a family make tostadas in a motel. Tostada shells topped with
canned refried beans, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes

On 7/18/2019 12:48 AM, Bruce wrote:
> On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
> wrote:
>
>> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
> You need a couple of American flags to stick in your camper and a
> spare tooth for if your current one falls out. And an old CCR tape, of
> course.

Â* Careful Bwoose , your jealousy is showing . And I don't need any
tapes , got all my music on a laptop that's going along for the ride . I
also have the adapter cord to hook it to the built-in sound system .

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 06:42:56 -0500, Terry Coombs >
wrote:

>On 7/18/2019 12:48 AM, Bruce wrote:
>> On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .

>> You need a couple of American flags to stick in your camper and a
>> spare tooth for if your current one falls out. And an old CCR tape, of
>> course.
>
> Â* Careful Bwoose , your jealousy is showing . And I don't need any
>tapes , got all my music on a laptop that's going along for the ride . I
>also have the adapter cord to hook it to the built-in sound system .

Enjoy!

Terry Coombs wrote:
>
> Â So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
> can only go so far .

Depending on the length of your visit, I'd just go for take out
food if only a week or two.

On 7/18/2019 6:47 AM, Bruce wrote:
> On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 06:42:56 -0500, Terry Coombs >
> wrote:
>
>> On 7/18/2019 12:48 AM, Bruce wrote:
>>> On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>>>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>>>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>>>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>>>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>>>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>>>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>>>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>>>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>>>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>>>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>>>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>>>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>>>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>>> You need a couple of American flags to stick in your camper and a
>>> spare tooth for if your current one falls out. And an old CCR tape, of
>>> course.
>> Â* Careful Bwoose , your jealousy is showing . And I don't need any
>> tapes , got all my music on a laptop that's going along for the ride . I
>> also have the adapter cord to hook it to the built-in sound system .
> Enjoy!

Â* Thanks ! Just so we're clear , this is not my idea of a "vacation" .
But Annie's gettin' old and her health ain't good - my wife still
regrets not visiting her grandmother one last time before she died - so
I'm doing my best with a smile on my face to make this happen .

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

Thomas wrote:
>
> I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.

My thoughts too. No need to cook while on vacation. Enjoy.

On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
wrote:

>
> *So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>"fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>- but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .

The easiest and quickest would most likely be Mexican foods. Tacos and
burritos and fajitas. Perhaps throw a nacho salad in there. You could
get away with a tomato, ground beef, s&p, cumin, maybe a jalapeno, and
some tortillas.... You can but those things in like bags of 40 for
just a few bucks and they last a long time.

Pasta is always a simple and quick cook. You can buy a jar of prego
and mix some of that ground beef with it and have a nice pasta dish.
Also making Alfredo is fairly easy it just takes a few ingredients.

Rice is always the easiest. You can boil up you some rice and just put
s&p and butter on it and it tastes wonderful. The trick is have a base
that will spread out among several dishes.

For instance you can use the ground beef for the tacos and the pasta
and you can also use it in a dirty rice dish.

The pasta sauce can be used on the tortillas with some cheese and
ground beef to make pizzas.

--

____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 21:44:03 -0700 (PDT), "
> wrote:

>On Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 11:32:31 PM UTC-5, Terry Coombs wrote:
>>
>> *So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>>
>Eggs and canned tuna come readily to mind. But right now I'm stumped as it's
>late. You could cook up a pound of sausage patties and a pound of bacon and
>keep those in a covered dish in the 'frig for a quick breakfast.

yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
things.

>
>For a small grill check out the Weber "Little Smokey" as it's compact but does
>a really good job. I think it's advertised as being great for tailgating
>football games if that carries any weight with you. Don't forget the charcoal.


As far as grill you really do not need one, if you are not going to be
in a urban area then camp fires are always a easy option for cooking.



--

____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 06:42:56 -0500, Terry Coombs >
wrote:

>On 7/18/2019 12:48 AM, Bruce wrote:
>> On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
>> wrote:
>>
>>> *So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>> You need a couple of American flags to stick in your camper and a
>> spare tooth for if your current one falls out. And an old CCR tape, of
>> course.
>
> * Careful Bwoose , your jealousy is showing . And I don't need any
>tapes , got all my music on a laptop that's going along for the ride . I
>also have the adapter cord to hook it to the built-in sound system .

What no blue tooth? Oh wires are so lame, LOL.

--

____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 02:26:26 -0500, Sqwertz >
wrote:

>On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs wrote:
>
>> I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>
>Grits an' Possum Gravy

The grits are a good idea, as they go with a good many items. Possum
is usually only good if you get it fresh though.

>Sow Belly 'n' Hand Slung Chitlins

I dont dig on swine.

>Southern-Fried Muskrat

A much beloved dish but it is more of a comfort food

>Stewed Squirrel

just not a lot of bang for your buck


>Coon Cobbler

them *******s are hard to kill and harder to trap

>Possum-belly Jam

I always thought it was Opossum-belly jelly

>Hog Jowls Melba

again swine is sickly

>Goat Tripe
>Gizzards Smothered in Gristle
>Boiled Mule
>Caouane
>
>-sw

--

____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

wrote:
>
> yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
> set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
> things.

LOL! All these blander than usual homecooked meal ideas (without
many spices).

It's a short vacation trip for God's sake. Eat out and let
someone else cook better food for you. And do all the clean up
too. Don't be such a tightwad. (not referring you Terry)

Also, if you see any old diners or truck stops, definitely stop
there for some of the best food you'll ever eat. Those people
know good food.

On Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 7:54:43 AM UTC-5, wrote:
>
> On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 21:44:03 -0700 (PDT), "
> > wrote:
>
> >Eggs and canned tuna come readily to mind. But right now I'm stumped as it's
> >late. You could cook up a pound of sausage patties and a pound of bacon and
> >keep those in a covered dish in the 'frig for a quick breakfast.
>
> yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
> set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
> things.
>
Yes, some boiled eggs along with a carton of eggs to be used for breakfast
is a good idea. If he really wants to have a quick snack they could make
a bowl of egg salad before leaving the house. Bring some crackers and a
quick lunch is waiting in the camper refrigerator.
> >
> >For a small grill check out the Weber "Little Smokey" as it's compact but does
> >a really good job. I think it's advertised as being great for tailgating
> >football games if that carries any weight with you. Don't forget the charcoal.
>
>
> As far as grill you really do not need one, if you are not going to be
> in a urban area then camp fires are always a easy option for cooking.
>
I suggested the small grill as they'll probably want to do some steaks and/or
pork chops or chicken. Italian sausages or hamburgers is another meal option.

"Terry Coombs" wrote in message ...


So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
"fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
- but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .


Snag

===

Hope you have a great time) We don't tow ours any more. We keep it
permanently on a farm in Yorkshire, which is the only please we want to camp
now. We did too much overseas travel in early days, now we are happy there
and have much closer access to the kids and room in it for them to stay)

I am lucky that I have a slow cooker. air fryer etc in it. It is a long
time since we travelled places that didn't have decent electricity.

You will be able to cook fine on your gas range, oven and 'nuker' oven
and your hibachi will put the crown on it all)

Can you carry a freezer? It's good to have some of your home made 'ready
meals' to heat up which on the move.

You have brought back a lot of memories))

"Gary" wrote in message ...

Thomas wrote:
>
> I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.

My thoughts too. No need to cook while on vacation. Enjoy.

===

That depends on how much you love to cook))

I always do in that situation)

"Terry Coombs" wrote in message ...

On 7/18/2019 6:47 AM, Bruce wrote:
> On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 06:42:56 -0500, Terry Coombs >
> wrote:
>
>> On 7/18/2019 12:48 AM, Bruce wrote:
>>> On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother
>>>> in
>>>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>>>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>>>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>>>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>>>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>>>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>>>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>>>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and
>>>> 'dogs
>>>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>>>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air
>>>> fryers
>>>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably
>>>> pick
>>>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>>>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>>> You need a couple of American flags to stick in your camper and a
>>> spare tooth for if your current one falls out. And an old CCR tape, of
>>> course.
>> Careful Bwoose , your jealousy is showing . And I don't need any
>> tapes , got all my music on a laptop that's going along for the ride . I
>> also have the adapter cord to hook it to the built-in sound system .
> Enjoy!

Thanks ! Just so we're clear , this is not my idea of a "vacation" .
But Annie's gettin' old and her health ain't good - my wife still
regrets not visiting her grandmother one last time before she died - so
I'm doing my best with a smile on my face to make this happen .

Snag
====

The big smile on her face may help you enjoy it more than you
think))))

Good luck that all goes well)

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 09:11:09 -0400, Gary > wrote:

wrote:
>>
>> yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
>> set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
>> things.
>
>LOL! All these blander than usual homecooked meal ideas (without
>many spices).
>
>It's a short vacation trip for God's sake. Eat out and let
>someone else cook better food for you. And do all the clean up
>too. Don't be such a tightwad. (not referring you Terry)
>
>Also, if you see any old diners or truck stops, definitely stop
>there for some of the best food you'll ever eat. Those people
>know good food.

Not everyone always has the option to eat out. Also not everyone wants
Mcdonalds Chemo-Burger with a side order of toxi-fries with a cup of
carbonated sugar to wash it down. I have not been to a restaurant in
years and I am happy I stopped going. They are basically just a
gluten/cholesterol/salt/sugar service. I would rather not eat that
crap.

--

____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

On 7/18/2019 12:32 AM, Terry Coombs wrote:
>
> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>
I had to give this some thought. Switch from the burgers and dogs
mentality to bratwurst or Italian sausage. Got some room for cans?
Tomato sauce. Pasta. Make spaghetti with grilled sausage. Of course
you can't travel without at least a few basic seasonings. Herbs and
spices don't take up a lot of room. You don't have to "fully provision".

I don't see mention of how long you'll be staying. Exactly how much
cooking in this trailer do you plan to do? You are going to visit your
MIL. Will you be spending most of your time with her? Going to her
house or taking her out? I get that you have to stay someplace else,
are bringing a 70 pound dog with you and don't want to deal with a
motel. How much cooking do you expect to have to do in this camper
while on this visit? Just breakfast? Maybe dinner?

Jill

writes:
>Thomas wrote:
>>
>> I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.
>
>My thoughts too. No need to cook while on vacation. Enjoy.

I get tired of eating out pretty quickly, unless I'm eating at really
good and/or interesting places. That can get expensive if you're in
unfamiliar territory. Last week I spent 3 days traveling and eating
food I didn't prepare - and it was fine but I was still super glad to
just eat a sandwich I made myself when I got home.

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 13:51:17 -0400, jmcquown >
wrote:

>On 7/18/2019 12:32 AM, Terry Coombs wrote:
>>
>> *So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>>
>I had to give this some thought. Switch from the burgers and dogs
>mentality to bratwurst or Italian sausage. Got some room for cans?
>Tomato sauce. Pasta. Make spaghetti with grilled sausage. Of course
>you can't travel without at least a few basic seasonings. Herbs and
>spices don't take up a lot of room. You don't have to "fully provision".
>
>I don't see mention of how long you'll be staying. Exactly how much
>cooking in this trailer do you plan to do? You are going to visit your
>MIL. Will you be spending most of your time with her? Going to her
>house or taking her out? I get that you have to stay someplace else,
>are bringing a 70 pound dog with you and don't want to deal with a
>motel. How much cooking do you expect to have to do in this camper
>while on this visit? Just breakfast? Maybe dinner?
>
>Jill

the only spices that are really needed are S&P red pepper and cumin.
You can pretty much do any dish with that. I used to include paprika
in that but paprika is such a weak spice that it is almost a waste of
time. If you want to include herbs as spices then garlic is a must.
Garlic lasts for a long time.

--

____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 07:54:37 -0500,
wrote:

>On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 21:44:03 -0700 (PDT), "
> wrote:
>
>>On Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 11:32:31 PM UTC-5, Terry Coombs wrote:
>>>
>>> *So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>>>
>>Eggs and canned tuna come readily to mind. But right now I'm stumped as it's
>>late. You could cook up a pound of sausage patties and a pound of bacon and
>>keep those in a covered dish in the 'frig for a quick breakfast.
>
>yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
>set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
>things.

Pickled eggs will keep for months without refrigeration, but then
you'll need to sleep alone unless she eats her share too. Be sure to
have a decent manual can opener, not everything comes in pull top cans
yet. Bring bulk packs of Slim Jims, and plenty of brewski. Dried
fruit keeps well unrefrigerated, just bring plenty of TP.

>>For a small grill check out the Weber "Little Smokey" as it's compact but does
>>a really good job. I think it's advertised as being great for tailgating
>>football games if that carries any weight with you. Don't forget the charcoal.
>
>
>As far as grill you really do not need one, if you are not going to be
>in a urban area then camp fires are always a easy option for cooking.
>
>
>
> --
>
> ____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

"tert in seattle" wrote in message ...

writes:
>Thomas wrote:
>>
>> I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.
>
>My thoughts too. No need to cook while on vacation. Enjoy.

I get tired of eating out pretty quickly, unless I'm eating at really
good and/or interesting places. That can get expensive if you're in
unfamiliar territory. Last week I spent 3 days traveling and eating
food I didn't prepare - and it was fine but I was still super glad to
just eat a sandwich I made myself when I got home.

===

Aye, you sound just like me)

On 7/18/2019 7:55 AM, wrote:
> On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 06:42:56 -0500, Terry Coombs >
> wrote:
>
>> On 7/18/2019 12:48 AM, Bruce wrote:
>>> On Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:32:52 -0500, Terry Coombs >
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
>>>> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
>>>> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
>>>> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
>>>> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
>>>> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
>>>> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
>>>> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
>>>> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
>>>> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
>>>> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
>>>> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
>>>> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
>>>> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>>> You need a couple of American flags to stick in your camper and a
>>> spare tooth for if your current one falls out. And an old CCR tape, of
>>> course.
>> Â* Careful Bwoose , your jealousy is showing . And I don't need any
>> tapes , got all my music on a laptop that's going along for the ride . I
>> also have the adapter cord to hook it to the built-in sound system .
> What no blue tooth? Oh wires are so lame, LOL.
>
> --
>
> ____/~~~sine qua non~~~\____

Â* The camper is 15 years old and I do not own any devices that would
pair with the system if it were capable . We own exactly one cell phone
, it's a Tracfone flip phone . It lives in the console of our SUV and is
only turned on for emergencies and while we're traveling .

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 09:11:09 -0400, Gary > wrote:

wrote:
>>
>> yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
>> set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
>> things.
>
>LOL! All these blander than usual homecooked meal ideas (without
>many spices).
>
>It's a short vacation trip for God's sake. Eat out and let
>someone else cook better food for you. And do all the clean up
>too. Don't be such a tightwad. (not referring you Terry)
>
>Also, if you see any old diners or truck stops, definitely stop
>there for some of the best food you'll ever eat. Those people
>know good food.

No, they don't. Industry meat and Roundup vegetables. Those truckies
don't know any better anyway. Nor do their cooks. Sheeple hangouts.

On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 11:33:03 -0500,
wrote:

>On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 09:11:09 -0400, Gary > wrote:
>
wrote:
>>>
>>> yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
>>> set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
>>> things.
>>
>>LOL! All these blander than usual homecooked meal ideas (without
>>many spices).
>>
>>It's a short vacation trip for God's sake. Eat out and let
>>someone else cook better food for you. And do all the clean up
>>too. Don't be such a tightwad. (not referring you Terry)
>>
>>Also, if you see any old diners or truck stops, definitely stop
>>there for some of the best food you'll ever eat. Those people
>>know good food.
>
>Not everyone always has the option to eat out. Also not everyone wants
>Mcdonalds Chemo-Burger with a side order of toxi-fries with a cup of
>carbonated sugar to wash it down. I have not been to a restaurant in
>years and I am happy I stopped going. They are basically just a
>gluten/cholesterol/salt/sugar service. I would rather not eat that
>crap.

Don't listen to Gary. He's the biggest tightwad of RFC. He never eats
out.

On 7/18/2019 8:11 AM, Gary wrote:
> wrote:
>> yes eggs are a great idea, although I would boil up a batch before you
>> set off. They can last awhile in a cool area and go great with many
>> things.
> LOL! All these blander than usual homecooked meal ideas (without
> many spices).
>
> It's a short vacation trip for God's sake. Eat out and let
> someone else cook better food for you. And do all the clean up
> too. Don't be such a tightwad. (not referring you Terry)
>
> Also, if you see any old diners or truck stops, definitely stop
> there for some of the best food you'll ever eat. Those people
> know good food.

Â* My first job was divin' for pearls in a truck stop restaurant ... I
met my wife in that same establishment several years later , she was
waiting tables . Back in the day we got to know a lot of truckers ,
channel 19 was always interesting ...

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

On 7/18/2019 9:48 AM, Ophelia wrote:
> "Terry Coombs"Â* wrote in message ...
>
>
> Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>
>
> Â*Snag
>
> ===
>
> Â*Â* Hope you have a great time)Â* We don't tow ours any more.Â* We keep
> it permanently on a farm in Yorkshire, which is the only please we
> want to camp now.Â* We did too much overseas travel in early days, now
> we are happy there and have much closer access to the kids and room in
> it for them to stay)
>
> Â* I am lucky that I have a slow cooker. air fryer etc in it. It is a
> long time since we travelled places that didn't have decent electricity.
>
> Â* You will be able to cook fine on your gas range, oven and 'nuker'
> oven and your hibachi will put the crown on it all)
>
> Â* Can you carry a freezer?Â* It's good to have some of your home made
> 'ready meals' to heat up which on the move.
>
> Â* You have brought back a lot of memories))
>
>

Â* The camper has a built-in fridge/freezer unit , runs on either 110V
AC or propane . It's running on gas right now , as a test to make sure
all is OK . Been running on 'lectric for several days with no problems .
Hey , we even have a shower ! It's all of 2 feet square , but it'll do
the job . We lived in this thing for a couple of years up here , until
we had enough money to build the first phase of the house . When we
first bought it , we parked it up here so we'd have a place to stay any
time we wanted . It also went to where my wife was teaching for 2 years
while gas prices were so high . She'd come home on weekends , sometimes
I'd surprise her midweek ...

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

Channel 19 saved my life. Twice...today.
Truckers call 4r wheelers assholes but they abound in the pro drivers too.

"Thomas" > wrote in message
...
>I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.

Can be hard to find parking for a camper though,

"tert in seattle" > wrote in message
...
> writes:
>>Thomas wrote:
>>>
>>> I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.
>>
>>My thoughts too. No need to cook while on vacation. Enjoy.
>
> I get tired of eating out pretty quickly, unless I'm eating at really
> good and/or interesting places. That can get expensive if you're in
> unfamiliar territory. Last week I spent 3 days traveling and eating
> food I didn't prepare - and it was fine but I was still super glad to
> just eat a sandwich I made myself when I got home.

I'm with you! When I travel, I always look for sources of fresh food like
cheese and raw veggies. I'd much rather eat that stuff than pay a fortune
for a mediocre meal.

On 7/18/2019 12:51 PM, jmcquown wrote:
> On 7/18/2019 12:32 AM, Terry Coombs wrote:
>>
>> Â*Â*So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother
>> in law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us ,
>> because my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in
>> that will let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an
>> option , Max would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a
>> full up you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't
>> want to "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a
>> few months until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for
>> stuff that doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment .
>> Burgers and 'dogs can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric -
>> 15 amp supply is probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no
>> crock pots or air fryers - but we do have a gas range & oven and
>> nukler oven . I'll probably pick up a small hibachi or something ,
>> since the original gas grill has rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of
>> great meals off that thing .
>>
> I had to give this some thought.Â* Switch from the burgers and dogs
> mentality to bratwurst or Italian sausage.Â* Got some room for cans?
> Tomato sauce.Â* Pasta.Â* Make spaghetti with grilled sausage. Of course
> you can't travel without at least a few basic seasonings.Â* Herbs and
> spices don't take up a lot of room.Â* You don't have to "fully provision".
>
> I don't see mention of how long you'll be staying.Â* Exactly how much
> cooking in this trailer do you plan to do?Â* You are going to visit
> your MIL.Â* Will you be spending most of your time with her? Going to
> her house or taking her out?Â* I get that you have to stay someplace
> else, are bringing a 70 pound dog with you and don't want to deal with
> a motel.Â* How much cooking do you expect to have to do in this camper
> while on this visit?Â* Just breakfast?Â* Maybe dinner?
>
> Jill

Â* We'll be staying probably 3 or 4 days at her mom's place - she's
semi-invalid and probably won't want to go anywhere and we don't expect
them to feed us . They are all in poor health . For sure breakfast
(she's fond of "breakfast burritos" with eggs/ham/bacon/whatever) ,
maybe sandwiches for lunch and at least a couple of dinners . We're not
big fans of fast food , though we do like Subway and Taco Smell .

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

On 7/18/2019 5:41 PM, Thomas wrote:
> Channel 19 saved my life. Twice...today.
> Truckers call 4r wheelers assholes but they abound in the pro drivers too.

Â* Trucking ain't what it used to be . In days past truck drivers were
often "Knights in defense of the innocent" , if you get my drift . Not
so much any more from what I've seen and heard . Oh the knights are
still out there , they're just outnumbered by the assholes now . And as
rude as I've seen drivers be towards truckers , a lot of them deserve to
be called assholes .

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !

"Terry Coombs" wrote in message ...

On 7/18/2019 9:48 AM, Ophelia wrote:
> "Terry Coombs" wrote in message ...
>
>
> So the camper is >this close< to ready to go ... to visit my mother in
> law up in Kaintuck . We'll be draggin' this 25 footer with us , because
> my wife wants to and because there ain't a motel I'd stay in that will
> let us keep a 70 pound dog (staying with her mom is not an option , Max
> would have her run bugnuts inside of an hour). It's a full up
> you-can-live-in-it camper (we did for a while) but I don't want to
> "fully provision" it because it will probably be at least a few months
> until we use it again . I'm looking for suggestions for stuff that
> doesn't need a lot of spices and ancillary equipment . Burgers and 'dogs
> can only go so far . We'll be limited on 'lectric - 15 amp supply is
> probably going to get maxed out by the AC so no crock pots or air fryers
> - but we do have a gas range & oven and nukler oven . I'll probably pick
> up a small hibachi or something , since the original gas grill has
> rusted beyond use - we got a LOT of great meals off that thing .
>
>
> Snag
>
> ===
>
> Hope you have a great time) We don't tow ours any more. We keep it
> permanently on a farm in Yorkshire, which is the only please we want to
> camp now. We did too much overseas travel in early days, now we are happy
> there and have much closer access to the kids and room in it for them to
> stay)
>
> I am lucky that I have a slow cooker. air fryer etc in it. It is a long
> time since we travelled places that didn't have decent electricity.
>
> You will be able to cook fine on your gas range, oven and 'nuker' oven
> and your hibachi will put the crown on it all)
>
> Can you carry a freezer? It's good to have some of your home made
> 'ready meals' to heat up which on the move.
>
> You have brought back a lot of memories))
>
>

The camper has a built-in fridge/freezer unit , runs on either 110V
AC or propane . It's running on gas right now , as a test to make sure
all is OK . Been running on 'lectric for several days with no problems .

Brilliant!!! Get cooking for it now))) You will appreciate it
after a long drive.

Hey , we even have a shower ! It's all of 2 feet square , but it'll do
the job .

LOL we do too. Couldn't have managed without it

We lived in this thing for a couple of years up here , until
we had enough money to build the first phase of the house . When we
first bought it , we parked it up here so we'd have a place to stay any
time we wanted . It also went to where my wife was teaching for 2 years
while gas prices were so high . She'd come home on weekends , sometimes
I'd surprise her midweek ...

I bet you did <g> I retired when D. was moving around in UK with his
consultancy work. We'd had enough of him working away so we bought this
trailer and I went with him. I really enjoyed that. We were moving around a
fair amount.

I think perhaps you might enjoy this trip more than you expect You
will soon get used to cooking again in that small space If, for some
reason, we don't get down for a long time, I have to get my act together but
it soon comes back.

I hope we will be hearing all about it))

O

Ophelia wrote:
>
> "Gary" wrote in message ...
>
> Thomas wrote:
> >
> > I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.
>
> My thoughts too. No need to cook while on vacation. Enjoy.
>
> ===
>
> That depends on how much you love to cook))
>
> I always do in that situation)

Do you never enjoy just going out to a restaurant for dinner?
I've never enjoyed actually eating in a restaurant but I do
occasionally call up and order a meal then buy it as take out. I
prefer eating at home....always.

Note: and now that I currently don't have a wife or serious
girlfriend, I can do exactly that and whatever else I want to do
at any time. This is fairly new to me and I'm happy.

Selfish and loving it while it lasts.

Terry Coombs wrote:
>
> Gary wrote:
> > Also, if you see any old diners or truck stops, definitely stop
> > there for some of the best food you'll ever eat. Those people
> > know good food.
>
> Â My first job was divin' for pearls in a truck stop restaurant ... I
> met my wife in that same establishment several years later , she was
> waiting tables . Back in the day we got to know a lot of truckers ,

What is "divin' for pearls' in a restaurant job mean?
I know the professional meaning and the urban meaning but am
clueless what that means for a restaurant job? Dishwasher is my
only guess.

I also worked at a truck stop once. I-70 Truck Stop near
Frederick, MD. Only for a few months. I applied for the
advertised dish-washer job but I was offered a better paying job
at the front counter.

Back then (winter of 71-72) the truckers were all very cool
people.

"Gary" wrote in message ...

Ophelia wrote:
>
> "Gary" wrote in message ...
>
> Thomas wrote:
> >
> > I would go to the local tavern or restaurant daily.
>
> My thoughts too. No need to cook while on vacation. Enjoy.
>
> ===
>
> That depends on how much you love to cook))
>
> I always do in that situation)

Do you never enjoy just going out to a restaurant for dinner?

No, I don't! I am always disappointed and I know I can make
something much better. Fortunately D. agrees

I've never enjoyed actually eating in a restaurant but I do
occasionally call up and order a meal then buy it as take out. I
prefer eating at home....always.

I don't mind eating out, I am just not keen on the food.

Note: and now that I currently don't have a wife or serious
girlfriend, I can do exactly that and whatever else I want to do
at any time. This is fairly new to me and I'm happy.

Selfish and loving it while it lasts.

I am very pleased to hear it)) Enjoy)

On 7/19/2019 9:50 AM, Gary wrote:
> Terry Coombs wrote:
>> Gary wrote:
>>> Also, if you see any old diners or truck stops, definitely stop
>>> there for some of the best food you'll ever eat. Those people
>>> know good food.
>> Â My first job was divin' for pearls in a truck stop restaurant ... I
>> met my wife in that same establishment several years later , she was
>> waiting tables . Back in the day we got to know a lot of truckers ,
> What is "divin' for pearls' in a restaurant job mean?
> I know the professional meaning and the urban meaning but am
> clueless what that means for a restaurant job? Dishwasher is my
> only guess.
>
> I also worked at a truck stop once. I-70 Truck Stop near
> Frederick, MD. Only for a few months. I applied for the
> advertised dish-washer job but I was offered a better paying job
> at the front counter.
>
> Back then (winter of 71-72) the truckers were all very cool
> people.

Â* Dishwasher is correct . And you're right , in that time truckers were
usually pretty nice guys .

--
Snag
Yes , I'm old
and crochety - and armed .
Get outta my woods !