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funkill · 04-09-2010, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by BillTex

Gelert Folding toaster for camping toast | The Camping Stove Specialist

We have had one for a looooong time...wouldn't be without it. Bought one for the new TC also...
We usually boondock, so the stove and oven get used frequently no 'tricity where we go. Don't have a 'lectric toaster, don't have a micro...don't miss 'em.
K-I-S-S. This gadget takes up about as much space as a frisbee (we do carry one of those...)

Bill

Whoops ... that link sure give the product a poor rating ... it seems you've had better luck than the reviewers!

When I was a kid, my dad used to make toast over a fire using a can (open at both ends). Can on fire grate, bread on top. Kinda toasted the middle of the bread and not so much the crust. Mmmmmm.

polarlyse · 04-09-2010, 07:51 AM

Well, Thank you for all your good input. Have to look for that old toaster thing. Might still have it around here somewhere. So far in our airstreaming we have not been stationary for very long. We like to move around. Last month, in Panama City, Fla was the longest stationary period yet, 5 days. We don't often get into the campfire mode but that would work when used. I just haven't figured out how to use those 2 large slots in the top of the airstream yet. Have to work on that one.

I do like the biscuit idea. Can't beat fresh, homemade biscuits. When I was in Vietnam we did heat the c-rat cans using the exhaust manifold on a truck. Never really got them hot but did melt the globules of fat and make them warm. Better than nothing. I think the best solution, however, is taking me backward. Somethings just work best. Simple is better. I think I'll look to find/replace my old burner top toaster. Lightweight, compact and just simply works well.

Thank you all. I knew we could count on your many miles of experience in all things related to Airstreaming. See ya on the road. ( Only saw 3 on my trip to Fla and back).

Roger in NJ

BillTex · 04-09-2010, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by polarlyse

Well, Thank you for all your good input. Have to look for that old toaster thing. Might still have it around here somewhere. So far in our airstreaming we have not been stationary for very long. We like to move around. Last month, in Panama City, Fla was the longest stationary period yet, 5 days. We don't often get into the campfire mode but that would work when used. I just haven't figured out how to use those 2 large slots in the top of the airstream yet. Have to work on that one.

I do like the biscuit idea. Can't beat fresh, homemade biscuits. When I was in Vietnam we did heat the c-rat cans using the exhaust manifold on a truck. Never really got them hot but did melt the globules of fat and make them warm. Better than nothing. I think the best solution, however, is taking me backward. Somethings just work best. Simple is better. I think I'll look to find/replace my old burner top toaster. Lightweight, compact and just simply works well.

Thank you all. I knew we could count on your many miles of experience in all things related to Airstreaming. See ya on the road. ( Only saw 3 on my trip to Fla and back).

Roger in NJ

They are rather pricey...$2 I think...you can still find them at Wallys or local store that carries camping goods...I have been known to pass one along when I meet noobs (or old timers who "remember when")...one of those timeless camping tricks...Folks always get a kick out of these...perfect toast on the stove top, backpacking stove, or right over the campfire coals!
Stream on.

r carl · 04-13-2010, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Aage

I'm not sure I want toast that has been bathed in a propane flame to cook, so we drag along a regular toaster. When there's no 120V, there's no toast.

I initially thought that too, but a propane bbq grill bathes your food also.

hollyhunter · 04-13-2010, 04:41 AM

Depends on whether I feel like eating healthy, in that case I use my camping toaster which is a round, metal disc about the size of the burner with 4 crossing wire toast holders that stand up from the disc. You would have to cut your muffins in half so they would sit properly on the wire bread holders. This little gadget is great and makes toast in half the time of my toaster. You can buy them in any good camping store or online. If I don't give a hoot about the calories I would slather those muffins in butter and grill them in a fry pan. Living in a 12ft pick up truck camper electric toasters are not an option and besides who wants to waste the space.

Rebee · 04-13-2010, 04:58 AM

Skillet buttered/fryed toast is the best!!

sd90mac · 04-13-2010, 06:04 AM

Park near a cracker barrell!!

Marie

TWaugh · 04-13-2010, 08:40 AM

Head to your local collectables or antique store and pick up one of these.
We've had ours since my grandmother used it on her old gas stove.

Works great, you just have to keep an eye on it and not walk away.

wheel interested · 04-13-2010, 09:59 AM

I use the broiler for toast, breads and sliced muffins and smother with butter.

Jammer · 04-29-2010, 01:41 PM

For many years I had no toaster and my morning ritual involved a heat diffuser like this one:

http://www.fantes.com/images/15342trivets.jpg

They will work over an electric or propane stove burner (or a wood stove). Though they require close supervision and constant fussing they make excellent toast, and they are small, light, and inexpensive.

rickandsandi · 04-29-2010, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by wheel interested

I use the broiler for toast, breads and sliced muffins and smother with butter.

We do the exact same thing. We do a lot of boon-docking and hate carrying around things we really don't need.

Jim Foster · 04-29-2010, 05:08 PM

We got a Hamilton Beach 22708 combination Toaster/Toaster Oven. Oven in front, toaster slots on top. Available at Walmart and other fine stores.

Gator113 · 04-29-2010, 05:17 PM

I've not tried this, but for 4 bucks it might be worth your time.

Coghlan's® Camp Stove Toaster (504D) - Camping Equipment - Ace Hardware

AIR-Quarius · 04-29-2010, 05:36 PM

I like the toast like my G-mother used to make...in an oven, slid beneath the broiler flames with three of four dabs of butter...then you eat it about as soon as it comes out with your favorite jelly or perserves. (apple butter)

**GCinSC2** · 04-29-2010, 05:54 PM

Over an open fire, using the coals.

If I'm cooking the way I really enjoy, then I put the bread over the coals on a grill rack just after the eggs are done, watch carefully it only takes a very short time and it's time to flip.

Sorry, no pictures but I have an idea for a new thread, might do it this weekend.

BradS · 04-29-2010, 06:07 PM

With a toaster?

TWaugh · 05-14-2010, 06:25 AM

I was going through the Lehman's catalog last night and found this little treasure.

Outdoors*|*Camping*|*Non-Electric Toasters - Lehmans.com=

maxandgeorgia · 05-14-2010, 08:12 AM

Keeping it simple is our mantra on the road. If we have fried bacon, we brown the bread in a LITTLE of the bacon grease in the same skillet to make "fry bread." Yum! If no bacon and we want morning toast with coffee, we put a wee bit of butter or spread in a small skillet, get it hot (light browning is delicious) and toast in the pan as with the fry bread. We try to keep the oil minimal yet enough to "toast." This saves us from hauling another utensil when we travel and is far tastier. ~G

Mikethefixit · 05-14-2010, 09:09 AM

With a toaster of course. But If I'm real energitic and am makin breakfast outside (while camping) I make toast over the open fire on the grill.

polarlyse · 05-15-2010, 04:02 PM

Spent all day today out in PA flea market country. Also last Sunday here in NJ looking for one of those toaster thingies. OK, not all day just for that, but was looking for one. Didn't find any. So, call me, still looking. I gotta have one around here too. Somewhere. But I can't find it.

Roger in NJ