Cooking Meat In An Ambulance In The Quartzsite Desert - What Could Go Wrong?

[@poodleprofessor]

As soon as the water went in the pan first, I said "NO!!' LOL

[@Anthony-yv9rh]

At least it turned out ok. For next level roast for next time you should try a packet or two of Lipton French onion soup mix and a cup of water

[@ClipN9]

Dying laughing at Lefty peaking through the chair arm hole! Hrs such a cutie!

[@TheCampulanceMan]

It's like they know they're being cute!!!

[@lyndarandall211]

Yeah I was the one yelling no brown the meat first. 🤣🤣🤣 I'm sure the meat came out just fine😋 Lefty is so funny, especially when the mail comes. Thank you for a great video. Take care and big hugs to Lefty 🤗🐾

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I wish I'd heard you!!!

[@kayc2579]

"I should have called Mom,". Very nice :).

[@CavMom2]

Oh my gosh! Lefty makes me laugh out loud! It’s like he’s definitely got something to say about your coffee ☕️ 😂

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Every morning!!!

[@CavMom2]

@ He’s a sweetheart 🐶🐾🐾🫶🏼 Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!! 🦃 🍗🥦🍠🥖🧈🥧

[@jeanneprice6736]

Seems like I recall my mother sprinkling Lipton’s onion soup (from a foil ) over the top of the meat while it cooked . Adds flavor. Roast on Sunday was a staple.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

That sounds familiar!

[@_LikeATumbleweed]

My love for your dog is unchanged.

[@sandrahartje9974]

Great to have coffee with you this morning enjoy your time in Quartzsite and please give Lefty a big big hug❤😊❤❤

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Good morning!

[@kimberleegullbailey2547]

❤️😎. I sure hope Lefty got some of that pot roast!! I'm not sure if I can sleep tonight without knowing... 😅. I bet he did! You're such a good Dad to him!! I'm glad you found each other. 💞✌️

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Oh, he did! I had about 1/2 and he had some with me... then the leftovers went into his warm morning meals for the next week :)

[@myjeepwjarebuildpaulsteven7986]

Very good video and tour of the frig. I like your Drone shots and other special effects in your videos. Adds a lot to them✅🇺🇸

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thank you for that :)

[@helene1779]

Your meal looked delicious, David! Take care and stay safe! Sweet dreams Lefty!❤️🙏🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼❤️🐶❤️

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thanks so much

[@helene1779]

@ You’re welcome!☺️

[@theadventuresofknj]

Boy Lefty is super vocal this morning LOL

[@teresap.5991]

Italian roast beef (for sandwiches). 3-4lb roast cut up 2 cups water 1 cup jar spaghetti sauce 2 celery ribs, 1 onion 1 garlic clove. May use dried garlic and onion Remove onion and celery when cooked. 2 Tbsp French dressing 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 Tbsp vinegar 1 Tbsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or more 2 Tbsp Italian seasoning Pinch oregano 1 tsp rosemary. Simmer in pot or crockpot for up to 6 hrs till fork tender. Shred up and put on buns. May add some mozzarella or provolone. I toast my buns in air fryer with some garlic powder and cheese on. Then add beef 😋 SOooo yummy. Makes 24 sandwiches. Hope you try it because it's absolutely delicious.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

That is a great idea! Lefty got the second half of that meat mixed in his meals for about a week!

[@cindysmith6612]

I am really enjoying your show ! My favorite part is the way Lefty talks to you and you to him❤ thank you for sharing😊

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thanks for watching! (and listening to him) :)

[@debvoz]

Thanks for sharing David. Lefty is always a joy to watch-the way you interact with him is so wonderful. For the roast, in addition to onion soup mix, if you put it in the crockpot try a can of cream of mushroom soup with the potatoes, carrots and onions, and the onions. Makes an amazing gravy.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thanks for the tips!

[@briannaapplegate6309]

Needed beef cubes or beef bouillon ( bunch of brands out there ) small will take no room in rig. Only one bottle water to start with beef bouillon. Add spices salt, pepper , Italian seasoning, onion and garlic powders - or whatever u have … some gravy on top of rice and meat would be delish. Looked good ! Your doing great 👍👍👍 Lefty is a Sweetie 🐾🐾🐾🐾

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thanks for the tips! I'm a work in progress :)

[@1954shadow]

I time my cooking with a, smoke alarm.😂

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Hahaha!!!

[@ChessiesAdventures]

Lefty is soo freakin' cute, LOL!!

[@ellertorresiii1081]

I got hungry while you’re eating. YUMMY 😋

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Could you tell my mouth was watering as I was talking about the meal! I had to clip out some swallows!

[@spaceprepper3657]

Those icecos look vary nice. May the good Lord watch over you and your family and friends. Peace and Love 😊.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thank you!

[@lloydbaker6988]

Thanks, David and Lefty 👍

[@Gimblegirl]

LOL. Love it. Cooking doesn't always go as we think it will.

[@veevee111]

David, you pick the best intro music and views; I also enjoy your choices for your segments 👍🏻 For a moment, I thought the burning smell you mentioned was coming from the roast 😂. Well I'm glad you were able to salvage your hunk of meat and enjoyed a good meal.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

It came out good in the end :)))

[@carolerotella3864]

Lefty just makes us laugh so much! It's funny I said to my hubby that I always bring the roast before I cook and then you put that Mom told you to do that !! But it looks like it came out good anyway!! Thanks for having us along with you!!

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thank you for being with us :)

[@gailshaversjr1773]

Live the life✌🏻🇺🇸

[@nancystevens7978]

Hi David You will be receiving coffee by Tuesday. Kisses to Lefty. Great videos love the scenic views. Paul and Nancy

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thank you both for that, from us both :)

[@marykersey9129]

Hi guys I love your content. It's informative, funny, and relaxing. Look forward to your posting. Thank you and God bless your travels.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thanks so much!

[@thesentinel6225]

I have an iceco fridge to. It's a 65L duel zone. I love it. It doesn't use much power, thank goodness. Because I only have a jackery 300 explorer So I really have to watch my power consumption.

[@junkerzn7312]

I love cooking meat on a little cast iron grill pan that goes over a burner (or two burners with a larger one). Usually takes about 10 minutes for the burner to get it up to grilling temperature. Then roughly 6-7 minutes on a side for a decent steak (140F in the middle if you trust the meat, 150F or higher if you have less trust).

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I've been having good results with the air fryer for steaks - about 1" thick cooks best. I used to pan fry them :/

[@elvafae9902]

Hmmmm Allegro coffee with mocha flavor in it…now you talk my language LOL…I’m going to have to try that 😋

[@TheCampulanceMan]

It was good - I'm sipping some right now :)

[@GingerGypsyAdventures1]

Gotta find some veggies you like, to go along with your healthy eating that you talked about.🤔 You can make that into a one pot meal if you sear the meat first, turn the heat to medium and add the onions and spices, add enough water to just cover the meat, then add some potatoes and carrots. If you like that kind of thing.😊

[@TheCampulanceMan]

That's how I cooked the last one - I love the onions :)

[@Travelingguitarplayer]

Thanks for the video I'm in the market for a 12 volt fridge thank you ✌️and safe travels

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Iceco units are built solid and ours has been perfect for us :)

[@charylliss3741]

Nana from Montana and Pony 🐈‍⬛ here just checking in and feeding the algorithm. We had our first snow that stayed on the ground.Really look forward to you and Lefty and your adventures.

[@Vanlife_with_brandon]

I love watching you're videos. I live in a 2001 ford e350 ambulance too and will be in Prescott Arizona this week just need to figure out a mechanical problem and might come check out guartside

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Thanks for being with us :) I hope you get your rig sorted - safe travels :)

[@barbarabaldis]

Happy Thanksgiving David and Lefty!

[@marykersey9129]

Oh Happy Birthday!🎉

[@OverlandAddiction]

i load my crock pot up and make awsum meals with in. chili, stews, roast, and my fav 😋. chicken!!

[@faithrenewed3443]

David, I use a Dreo Chef maker to cook my steaks and they're the best I've ever had!!! It's an air fryer made for cooking meats of various types. It has a temperature probe and a very user friendly display/control screen. Best cooking appliance I've ever purchased.

[@cfoxaskew]

Whoa! Now I know why you are in such great shape ! You ride a stationary bike . To cycle the fridge . How fast and for how long ? I really enjoy your vids . Thank you .

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Ha!!! My bikes all move (fast!)

[@sandycouch9112]

😂😂 I should have called mommy😂😂😂

[@NomadXplorer]

I am dying 😅😅😅 mouthy Leftyyy! Lol

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I couldn't get a word in!!!

[@VanlilfewithDaleandBailey]

It's hard to mess up a roast when you slow cook it. It's cold here in Wisconsin. Can't wait till I head south sometime before Christmas. Going to Texas first to meet a friend. Solar is pretty useless these days. I'm always having to run the van to keep the batteries charged. Bailey likes my daughter's backyard for playing ball. I picked up a tracking collar in case he gets loose some day and I don't notice it. Really like it. I'm here for Thanksgiving with family and fixing up the van. Maybe I'll see you one of these days, because I plan on heading to Quartzsite sooner or later. I like that place.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Come by and see us when you get down here Dale. Send me an email and I'll give you our location.

[@OverlandAddiction]

i take beef cubed up and siered, throw it in crock pot along with frozen mixed or can vegitsbles along with tators and onions😋😋. eat on a pot full for days👍

[@Thedreamulancelife]

Good stuff

[@KevinPaulsen-jt4vz]

Just a bit of flour and milk with all the drippings and you would have had some delicious gravy to put on your dinner 👍

[@shelbykeefe971]

Where’s your green??? 😂😂😂

[@shelbykeefe971]

It’s fun to have you back in Quartzite again, BTW! :)

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I know... is was low on everything when I cooked that :/

[@LibbyBabington-kq8ip]

Lefty is awesome. What a ham!

[@OverlandAddiction]

im hooked on crock pot chicken😂. i take 2 boneless chicken breast and salt, pepper, onion powder, paprika, and just throw them in the crock pot for couple hrs and its awsum😋😋 shreds easy to make chicken sandwiches too. works great for drum sticks too. meat just falls off the bone

[@infotoons212]

Oh Great! Now I need a crock pot. 😁

[@lmnavis1]

It sounds like Lefty is saying "I love you".

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I hope so :)))

[@reallyemptypockets6509]

Just put your pancake 🥞 mix in it

[@TikiMobile]

I'm the same with my fridge - I had to take everything out & organize it so that everything was in the same position (milk on the right & veggies on the left)

[@TheCampulanceMan]

It's been a rough few days... but I'm getting used to the change :) Having the short side on the other end is a real twister though!

[@susanKWithAnE]

Browning is a flavor thing. It’s no big deal to skip that part. It looked totally delicious from here! I’ve done the round steak layered with onions and mushroom soup. No browning and it tastes awesome every time. You are a top campulance chef! Hope Lefty got a little roast with his dinner 🙂

[@TheCampulanceMan]

It came out tasting purty good - Lefty can vouch for that :)

[@rhondaw7792]

I too was yelling no brown it first! I also let mine come to about room temp before I brown it. We call it fried roast. I season with onion, garlic powder, salt pepper, let it come to room temp then fry on all sides. I use a small cast iron Dutch oven. I check mine about every 45 mins to an hour at which time I flip it over then add more water if needed. I add an onion if I have one and potatoes towards the end but no carrots, I think the carrots take over flavor wise, I prefer to cook them separately. Lefty sure was telling his opinion on the coffee!

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Yea... I bunged that up :/

[@naomidonovan-perry2667]

Really bad smell here too. Hubbys cooking dinner…..😅😅😅

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Hahaha!!! Be nice :)))

[@naomidonovan-perry2667]

@@TheCampulanceMan haha I am being nice…..lol.

[@iradube3435]

Marbling in meat is good. Helps flavor.

[@zboatman]

I have 2 Iceco and have never had an issue with mine either. Great meal David.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Excellent! They are good units, right!

[@robingoff322]

Hi David and Lefty….I love roasts and crockpot type things this time of year. When I want stew, lately I’ve been doing it with ground beef and I almost like it more than with “stew” meat. I really enjoy the leftovers for days when I make it. Same with you on the carrots, but definitely onion and potatoes. Now they have those bags of the really small golden potatoes…they’re bite size….I add a ton of those, gotta have enough potatoes to last all the days….lol. I love how perfect Lefty’s timing is for his talking….he makes me laugh for sure. That ending sunset was absolutely gorgeous! I wish I could’ve seen it in person. You guys stay well. Peace….

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I'll have to do a Fleet Feast of my famous ground beef veg soup! It's a classic and perfect for cold days :)

[@barbarabaldis]

Let him tell his story!! Lol.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

My conversation battle!

[@iradube3435]

Corner pieces nice extra😊.

[@naomidonovan-perry2667]

Cooking roast try adding an envelope of Lipton onion soup mix.

[@infotoons212]

Hello David and Lefty. It's diesel heater season here in Buffalo for sure. I just ordered something called a Bureck. It clones the remote of the diesel heater and becomes a true thermostat to turn the heater on and off to your set temp. I'll let you know how it works out.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I've seen those, the maker contacted me to try one but it wasn't compatible with my controller/remote type. Let me know how it works!

[@infotoons212]

@@TheCampulanceManWill do and if you still have the same heater you installed in your heater video then we have the same controller/remote now. It's supposed to be able to clone most of the simple four-button, on-off, up-down remotes. And while we're on the subject of reviews lol, that Madea u-shaped window unit air conditioner I got over the summer worked out great. Never went over 400 watts and would usually settle in around 150 to 200 watts once you cooled the rig down because of the variable compressor. It ran on my little Renogy 1000W inverter without a hitch. (That inverter draws less than 3watts on stand by.) When I was researching around I found out that this particular type of window unit is almost three times more efficient then one of the better (expensive) rooftop 12 volt AC units. I think it's because there's such an EPA push for regulations about efficiency in appliances, especially refrigeration and air conditioning that just isn't there in the 12-volt Market.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Mine has the remote with the LCD screen on it which they said wasn't compatible. I have a new heater that im going to be installing from a European company - it's going to be a good one i think :)​@infotoons212

[@nancyllowe4]

Make your roast but add green chili's, tomatoes, onions, pepper etc after cooking it and shredd it. Taco spices. Reduce until it is thick. Such great Tacos and with Spanish rice...tamales, .Mexican dishes

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Now that sounds awesome!

[@virginiahanke6760]

I keep looking for Miss Spokane in the patreon thanks. I always loved seeing her name as I was born in Spokane. I wish I could commit to monthly fees but I live month to month. Miss you Miss Spokane

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Just keep watching and commenting :) We are lucky to have folks support the channel :)

[@CyndiandKevinsAdventures]

Go Bills!!! (I’m from Western New York)

[@TheCampulanceMan]

This is the year!!!

[@danrandall794]

Hello David. You need one of those big Chef hats.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

What was the Muppet character that wore one? Like Swedish chef or something like that!

[@jthoen61]

David, you need a crockpot! You cook backwards. You add your carrots on the bottom and season them. Then quarter some potatoes and season. Then season both sides of your meat. I like to season each layer with salt and pepper. I like the dried minced onion. I add that to each layer. Set it and forget it. Cook on low all day or partially high initially then low. No searing is needed. That roast will fall apart. You don't need to add water. If u buy a crockpot, buy the liners. Makes for easy cleanup. Beef has gotten so expensive. I get a nice pork roast. Now I'm hungry!

[@michellec8273]

Crockpot will probably use too much power and drain the battery pack.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

We're doing pork roasts for Thanksgiving :)

[@jthoen61]

@@TheCampulanceMan Nice

[@jthoen61]

@@michellec8273 It might I don't know how much power they draw.

[@OverlandAddiction]

that meat you just cooked 😂. crock pot👍

[@MelDarkDeer]

"Dollar per yummy factor". Yup!! That's definitely a consideration. 😂 A little hint that you might not be aware of -- you can cook a roast like that in a strong tea instead of water. It won't really add any flavor but the tannins in the tea will help tenderize the meat. (Sorry, but I was cracking up watching you put all that water into the pan with that poor raw roast. Boiled Chuck Roast is not a recipe I've ever come across.) When you talked about smelling something burning, at first I thought you meant the meat but it would have to have been cooking on a really high temp for all that water to evaporate enough for it to burn. I'm glad your meal wasn't ruined. In spite of a few fumbles, it looks yummy.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I got a good result after all of that! Luckily!

[@exploringnext1111]

Funny, i have a 63 qt iceco frig that my dog and i also use to climb up on our bed in a hr ram pro. They cost a lot, but the quality!!!

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Mines built like a tank! It doesn't even creak when I sit on it :)

[@mobiltec]

I love my ICECO too. I've got the VL45. I need reliability because I can always replace food but I keep the dogs insulin in there and she needs that twice a day. Can't let it go bad.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

They're some more $ than the cheaper ones but I think they're worth it :)

[@mobiltec]

@@TheCampulanceMan me too.

[@kenmabie8029]

Don’t forget your vegetables, David…..

[@theresapate8718]

You don't have to brown it. I put an onion ,small pack of portabella mushrooms 1 can of cream of mushroom soup and 1 1/2 cups of water. Cook for around 3 hours .

[@TheCampulanceMan]

That's mom's recipe... so I'm supposed to do it that way :)

[@iradube3435]

Absolutely

[@terrieannschmearer]

Do you have any kind of app in your phone that would warn you if there was a brush fire? This is such a bad year for wildfires. It would be good to have one.

[@Spider7102]

Brush fire? lol it’s the middle of the desert! Tuff burning sand and rock!

[@terrieannschmearer]

@@Spider7102 You can't see all those plants around him when he's outside?

[@TheCampulanceMan]

There's a site for wildfires that I visit - it shows up to date info on fires

[@craigbrowning9448]

I have Two Iceco GO-20s that need to be repaired.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Ugh - what happened to them Craig?

[@conniewaite1371]

The meat? Yea,i saw that comming.no trivet under the meat

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Yea... I learned something new though :)))

[@iradube3435]

It seals the meat, so it retains moisture

[@jojobobo6661]

not searing makes better juice for soup

[@OverlandAddiction]

as a single man cooking 😂. you need a crock pot👍

[@cbskip546]

I never see you have a firepit in Quartzsite. Are they not allowed?

[@TheCampulanceMan]

They are - but Lefty sneezes badly from fire smoke :/

[@cbskip546]

@@TheCampulanceMan Ahh gotcha, I wouldn't either in that case.

[@OverlandAddiction]

david. have you ever cooked crock pot chicken ?

[@TheCampulanceMan]

No. Never did crock pot cooking.

[@OverlandAddiction]

@ you cant mess up crock pot cooking👍

[@jeffwynn3485]

Beef broth.... gives more flavor than water....

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Mom uses that :)

[@iradube3435]

Peace out

[@maryolson411]

Should have thrown in some minced onion and garlic.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

Yea... I was missing a lot of things :/

[@Old_Man_82]

Are you not putting up the flag this year?

[@TheCampulanceMan]

The tall flag was my friends - I think he'll be here soon:)

[@iradube3435]

Hope you seared it first.

[@sunshinedewes4277]

No Onion or spices?

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I wasn't stocked and the roast was a last minute decision (based on the meats age) :)

[@Spider7102]

And I see a lot of sand and rock, people in Quartzsite burn everything all the time coupled with the high winds constantly yet still no fires traveling anywhere. That smoke is someone’s RV that torched itself due to someone’s stupidity I would bet., it’s a shame, but it happens.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

It sure smelled like an RV... plastic, rubber :/

[@iradube3435]

You boiled it should simmer

[@nancyllowe4]

Did you have a happy Birthday?

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I did! Had a video call with my daughter and some friends came by to say hi :)

[@lindaSee89]

Wonder why you didn’t add spices at least. No you add oil to the pan and sear the meat first. You added to Much water.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

We struggled through it... Lefty loved it :)

[@iradube3435]

Really no different than cooking anywhere else.

[@gifford-s6f]

Good morning I was curious how do you feel about subscribers coming by to say hi? Do you accept home made food as a gift? Cora and Giff.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

We love meeting folks! If you send me an email we can pick a time so I can make sure we're here at camp :) And some of my best meals out here were brought to us!

[@gifford-s6f]

We r here in Quartzite can we come by around 1 ?

[@SharonBlair-p2d]

I so used to love my meat…worse thing l did was accidentally walk into a slaughter house over east…l have not touched meat since…but having said that …my kids eat meat and l so hate people that lecture about being vegan…it’s such a personal choice…l do understand about your gorgeous dog..l have one that does so bad when l call her…she is on leash heaps….love you ambo van..you have it so well set up…

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I can imagine - I hate driving by the processing pens. Packed with cows.

[@chadfaulkner3600]

Why don't you use a crockpot?

[@melissahoffman4687]

It usually takes up too power and drains the batteries. David said in one video he'll take gas/propane over electric stove cooking anytime.

[@TheCampulanceMan]

They work great but it's about the storage and the power usage. Propane is available all the time but cloudy days can limit our available power.

[@iradube3435]

Turn it down, or you will boil over .

[@ARCENAULT]

Why not brown the meat first and stop using water..and salt and pepper..use some kind of broth

[@TheCampulanceMan]

I was supposed to sear it... but I forgot :/

[@schmonsequences]

I read meth instead of meat. Was thinking about damn time