OK I have watched a million videos and never felt the need to comment until today. Your video was fabulous for so many reasons but the BEST part is you get to the point and you don't drag out useless dialog just to hear yourself talk. These wanna be Hollywood actors are nauseating. Bravo! You rock and I am a fan on the first video I have seen of yours!
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
I am honored to make your first comment! (and such a good one at that). It actually takes a lot of effort to be brief and to the point... and of course a lot of editing, haha. I'm always trying to make the shortest video I can with the most information.
@jerryb9535 жыл бұрын
AMEN!!!!
@shawnahansen85974 жыл бұрын
so true ! Great video and to the point! I was soooo happy when I saw the French press - I was worried they would like the aeropress and recommend it :) Love the French press and glad to see others like it too!!!
@dianefusco43944 жыл бұрын
I agree with Charmon Poche. She stated my sentiments exactly. Best of luck with your channel and safe travels.
@paulcseley38814 жыл бұрын
Absolutely wrong about the instantpot, multi use including baking. Oh and by the way you come across as major coffe snobs.
@JayHutchG4 жыл бұрын
She is a natural! This is the way KZbin vids should be done. But what people often can’t learn is the calm, quick and very natural delivery you see here with Mandy. Kudos Mandy.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jay! It's a tricky balance for sure!
@CriticalRoleHighlights4 жыл бұрын
If anyone would be interested, here's my way of cleaning and maintaining my cast iron pans. It's the way that I've found works the best. 1) I only clean my pans with hot water and 2 tbs. of salt. That way you remove any dirt and debris as well as disinfect your pans. You also avoid getting detergent into the pores of the metal that'll dissolve the seasoning and oils that keep your pan from rusting. 2) I never use a scraper tool for my cast iron pans. I use a small ball of aluminum foil like I would a sponge. It removes anything and everything and even deep cleans and removes bitter soot from the pan as well. 3) I always oil my pans with neutral rapeseed oil after cleaning and drying them. I also go over it with a dry piece of paper towel afterwards to remove any excess oil. After probably 140 years of daily use, my great grandmother's 1800's cast iron pan still looks brand new thanks to my family taking care of it in pretty much the same way as I do :) I hope this was useful to someone :)
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Very good tips! thanks so much!
@joleezanes59384 жыл бұрын
Great tips! I recently discovered the salt method of cleaning cast iron after years of frustration with cleaning them the conventional way. It really works and scours them well!
@YeshuaKingMessiah4 жыл бұрын
I cant get a seasoning surface on my cast iron ware. I use coarse salt only, never detergent. I gave up n bought an enamelled cast iron skillet at least 🤷🏼♀️
@mrequi14 жыл бұрын
@@YeshuaKingMessiah keep trying, keep cooking in it. I had a pan that didn't want to season. After I got into deep frying in pure lard all summer so there was grease in the pan all summer. It never got cleaned beyond wiping with a paper towel while changing oil. Now, that I'm living in my van full time, I haven't had a chance to season that pan, but I don't need to. I can even cook eggs and fluffy omelettes without sticking
@brendaswadling66224 жыл бұрын
Critical Role Highlights h
@craighellberg62694 жыл бұрын
I agree with many others who have commented that you’re straightforward, get to the point way of making videos is very good. You explain the what and why quickly, clearly and with a tone that is easy to listen to. Your video edits are well done. There is no camera shaking making it nauseating to watch the video. Great work and I hope to see more of your videos. Safe travels.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Craig! Thats exactly what I aim for!
@richiela24883 жыл бұрын
Best rv accessorie vid I've seen yet,and I've been full time rving 3 years!
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Now that's a great compliment because there are so many videos out there. Thank you Richie
@sherriekeller3194 жыл бұрын
Mandy, you are awesome! Love your presentation. Agree with Charmon, you cut to the chase and get it done. Very informative. Thanks.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sherrie! I try my best to be concise. I hope you enjoy them all!
@ThePhurian2 жыл бұрын
I am transitioning to trailer life after 26 years in an apartment. THIS WAS ABSOLUTELY the most helpful guide/starter for me and my two dogs. Thank you so much
@MandyLea2 жыл бұрын
You are absolutely welcome!! And, welcome to the full time life! I hope you love it
@maur2far4 жыл бұрын
You just gave me a great idea. I’m going to drop my tiniest bunt pan in my Dutch oven and see if I can bake with it on the stove.
@teresacamp33654 жыл бұрын
Roll a little tin foil in between the bunt pan and dutch oven! Really good tip .
@amyfreeze97723 жыл бұрын
@@teresacamp3365 an old camping tip!
@meman69643 жыл бұрын
I used to bake bread and moist cakes in liner inside the crockpot
@annehedonia1563 жыл бұрын
But why does it have to be a bundt pan and not a cake pan?
@rndmparker5614 жыл бұрын
I loved the added bonus tidbit on the paper towel. My daughters have grown up with a Mom who can't throw a good paper towel away that has only been slightly used. I will put it under my sink to pick up messes on the floor. Etc.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Haha! They are very strong indeed!
@JessiesFamily4 жыл бұрын
Viva Paper Towels are grrrrrreat! They're definitely worth the price.
@marthahorne29124 жыл бұрын
Victoria, you are not alone! I do the same. Since i have cats, they sre perfect for cleaning up any kitty messes. Slightly O T: I also wash and reuse zip lock bags if they only held veggies fruit or bread. Saves $ and reduces waste.
@marysaunders2432 жыл бұрын
@@marthahorne2912 we wash bags also
@lauraniemczyk24393 жыл бұрын
So glad I stumbled upon this video! First time RV owner (25ft camping trailer). Just ordered a stove top oven! Thanks for the great tips for my small kitchen!
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Yay!! I think you'll love it!
@amberwalker87854 жыл бұрын
Really love the velcro idea for the dish soap caddy. Also nice tip on the towel hanger!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Amber!
@rosebud83363 жыл бұрын
I think this is the first time I've commented on a personal video made for personal reasons your fantastic you're well-spoken articulate well get to the point described very well
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you Rose! I'm very honored to be your first!
@unbridledhubris29214 жыл бұрын
What a great video - a million dollars worth of advice in 13 1/2 minutes. We love to camp and got tons of great ideas from your clip. Thanks so much for your time in putting this together and promoting good stewardship of resources. Two HUGE thumbs up!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the great comment! I try hard to be both concise and useful - it's hard!
@julieschaubhut6864 жыл бұрын
Just tried the Viva paper towels in my semi truck after watching my Bounty towels unravel as I was driving. 😖 The Viva towels stay put and I really like their absorbency and texture. Thanks!
Julie Schaubhut I use a 2 liter plastic bottle cut off top and bottom slit up side from top to bottom. Put over paper towels while traveling. Voila! No more paper towels on floor.
@cherriemckinstry1314 жыл бұрын
I like how organized you are. Plus there is so much you can cook with these items. Cast iron can be used like a dutch oven too. The open space in the middle was pretty cool ideal. Thanks for all the great ideas..
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cherrie!
@Kkffoo3 жыл бұрын
This video is really helpful because of the thought process which has gone into choosing items, I particularly love your paper towel solution.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It took some time to find the best items for sure!
@2rabid4 жыл бұрын
My current situation has me living in a travel trailer. I've never heard of the stove top oven. I can't wait to get one. Thank you
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! It's A LOT of fun!
@angiebumbalough40723 жыл бұрын
Same!
@thatbee35854 жыл бұрын
Me and my bf just barely got our Rv delivered and we will be living full time !!! So this really helpful thank you
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! You'll have so much fun!
@2000talon4 жыл бұрын
Cast iron is the best,and I just figured out I'm always cleaning,paper towels is my best friend.
@travelfun35134 жыл бұрын
This was a great video. 😊 you are very good speaker! Easy to listen to.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@pearl_r4 жыл бұрын
Yes that’s true, she explains good
@briancraig81924 жыл бұрын
Your presentation is first class. Great job of editing. I watched the video from beginning to end just because you were fast and thorough. Now I am going to check your inventory of videos. Thank you.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@wanderingstar56734 жыл бұрын
Great video. I have a vintage West Bend Ovenette that has a meat roasting pan, muffin tins, and cake pan. It also has a thermometer built into the top. Can find them on eBay, thrift stores, and yard sales. Very versatile.
@soundislistening31554 жыл бұрын
You are wonderful at giving information. Easy to listen to and so laid back. Thank you.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It actually takes a lot of effort :)
@amandafekety22973 жыл бұрын
"coffee: black; bourbon: neat" kindred spirits!
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Haha, you noticed!
@lindasekavec45704 жыл бұрын
was super helpful! Even for those of us not camping yet I like small space taking multipurpose items. Thank YOU
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@amberamber1003 жыл бұрын
Man I am so grateful for this free content
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Amber! So glad I can help out!
@maryfrady71494 жыл бұрын
I used the zippered cover for my tiny charcoal grill for my cast iron dutch oven. Perfect fit. I'll definitely be on the lookout for a good used casserole zippered cover for my skillet and grill pan.
@heatherd64613 жыл бұрын
This was one of the most helpful videos I have seen as a 1st time trailer traveler! Thank you!
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Heather! So glad to be a small part of your journey!
@mrsbutterkup38493 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I started a new saved category for RV Living Products and added this video first. Thanks for the inspiration! Stay safe and enjoy the journey!!
@jipsiemune4 жыл бұрын
What a great idea a cover from a casserole dish to put pans , thanks for all the tips
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for checking it out!
@anitathomson-carlisle89364 жыл бұрын
Jipsie Mune - Agreed. Now, where do I find such a cover?
@sharong85114 жыл бұрын
Anita Thomson-Carlisle Thrift stores come to mind. If you can’t find one tell them what you’re looking for and why. A kind employee may keep an eye out and set one aside for you. Yard sales would be another possible source but in these times of COVID-19 I don’t think they’re happening right now.
@anetteclarke36824 жыл бұрын
We use our slow cooker for soups and chilli. Electric frying pan can be for cooking inside and out. I have cooked 3 small turkeys in the propane oven. Perfect each time.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
As long as you're camping with power those are great. We tend not to have power.
@waytoson4 жыл бұрын
We live in our Van but I love some of these products. Saving the video so I can quick reference it later
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks and glad you enjoyed!
@jennifersmith.johnston85704 жыл бұрын
My fiancé used a hand rail as our paper towel holder. Screwed to the wood and we love it!!!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Perfect improv!!
@dianeadams48844 жыл бұрын
Oh, my! Thank you so much for this video. It is the BEST I have ever seen on kitchen items for RVs. Again, thank you so much.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Diane! What a great compliment :)
@GinaKayLandis4 жыл бұрын
The tips would def work for tiny house living too!
@Nirotix4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you. Not a full time camper, but with 3 kids, just trying to figure out what works best. Ty.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
No problem! There are tips for all in here.
@m.corege97264 жыл бұрын
That was incredible - you have an amazing public speaking voice - did you ever work on radio - first time to your channel and loved all your products - well done - cheers from Canada
@kellyleber27234 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video and tips, thank you!! I am building out my Sprinter, and I am excited for the day I get the kitchen complete.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed it Kelly!! These tips should work well in a Sprinter too.
@debscreepy4 жыл бұрын
I use the Viva cloth like paper towels. Great video. I live full-time in my 25 foot class A Winnebago Warrior motorhome with my little dog Tinkerbell making videos for about a year and a half now. I make all kinds of videos while traveling but my favorite are the creepy and abandoned places.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you're livin the good life!
@debscreepy4 жыл бұрын
I have been living my dream. It has not been easy all the time. I wish my motorhome had better storage. I have had several things go wrong. Thank goodness for KZbin videos!
@jaynecrabdree69244 жыл бұрын
We'll be getting a camping trailer for the first time this Spring. We're very excited to do so and I'm happy I found your video with these well thought out tips and tricks. These are great ideas and shortcuts to keep in mind. Even though we will not be living in the unit, I appreciate all of your advice on what works well for you. Of course the type of cookware and items you chose are your preference and everyone needs to fit their own tastes. The haters need to understand that fact and to choose what works best for them and their circumstances. I appreciate all of your suggestions on what you two like and love. Thank you. :)
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words Jayne! Yes, camping in general should be made to fit the camper, a different style for everyone! Hope you find some helpful videos!
@shelbymcgrath27404 жыл бұрын
Fantastic ideas, for sure the paper towel holder was one of my favourites. 😉
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
It been working great! Thanks for watching.
@saintejeannedarc94603 жыл бұрын
The show stopper, red toaster oven she showed is the one I have, for at least 5 yrs and counting: Nostalgia Electrics, Retro Series. Everyone would walk in and notice it in my kitchen and say it looked like an old radio and how nice it was. It's also the best toaster oven I've ever owned. It's a convention oven, bakes well, toasts of course and will cook a chicken, roast and can do up to 12 toast w/ the double racks. It's also deep enough to get a medium pizza into.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Nice! I think that would be neat in a house too!
@kampkat60894 жыл бұрын
Great video. Ninja makes an air fryer/ instant pot all in one. Kinda cool
@tambij2 жыл бұрын
I found some rubber wine cups they are really cute love them. I wish I knew where I could buy more but got them as a gift. I found everything useful so thanks again!!
@MandyLea2 жыл бұрын
No problem! Glad you enjoyed it!
@fredwilson91135 жыл бұрын
Now there are some great ideas. I need to show this video to my wife when she gets off work. Thank you for sharing this video
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Fred! I hope she enjoys it!
@mikevigil36774 жыл бұрын
I just bought my first motorhome a couple days ago to spend winters in warmer climates and made sure I had an oven 3 burner stove and plan on making a batch of tamales for us and all our friends I can tell you know your way around a kitchen us cooks can adapt and overcome....
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Mmmmm... now I want tamales.
@nadinesawtell32674 жыл бұрын
I hope you have replaced your backpacking pots. I noticed the non stick finish was chipping off
@nonyabizness.original3 жыл бұрын
best rv/vanlife pots imho, stansport 7 piece heavy duty stainless steel set with an interchangeable, detachable handle. thick pots like nice quality traditional cookware, but nests to take up little space.
@maryhumphrey22362 жыл бұрын
I love the round stove top oven. So. I looked it up on Amazon and the price seemed steep. But, wait a minute, as a person living in a small RV who uses her oven for storage (I hate lighting it), this little oven is priceless! I enjoyed your video and have hit the subscribe button.
@DorothyBeaury5 жыл бұрын
AWESOME! Perfect for Tiny Kitchens in apartments, homes, rv's everywhere! Also may I say it's refreshing to see your beautiful omnivore cooking - nearly every small rv-er out there is Vegan and I feel guilty while eating my Spam sandwich watching their channels..
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Hah! That does seem to be true! But I think I could never give up my bacon...
@SS-bz4ze4 жыл бұрын
Lol, spam...Not steaks....
@triciadavidson94203 жыл бұрын
Great video! I am a senior widow living in a very small apartment. A lot of these suggestions would work great for me! Thanks!
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Yes! Great for houses too!
@gisellegonzalez26285 жыл бұрын
I love my Omnia, I can finally bake!!! I’m a Van dweller and this was such a game changer. It’s funny how some folks can’t believe that you can cook real food while dry camping, yes you can. Great video! Safe travels 🙏🏽💖
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
OMG, me too!!! Thanks for the kind words.
@gisellegonzalez26285 жыл бұрын
Mandy Lea Photo quite welcome 💖
@SigridFrings4 жыл бұрын
I love my Omnia too, but I don't have the cupcake thing. Second 'but': Hubbie made a hole in the lid and put a thermometer in for the baking temperature.
@mydyisgod4 жыл бұрын
New subbie here and I’m thrilled to find your videos. I’ve watched so many videos that the speakers go on n on n on, like the energizer bunny! And by the time they eventually make their point, my eyes and ears are numb from boredom. So KUDOS to you for great info without unnecessary babble. Liked and punched future videos. 😍😍
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing! I'm glad you like it!
@gypsybelle47574 жыл бұрын
Thank you for so many great ideas! The coffee breakdown is something I’ve been researching and trialing for years. Trying to go more dry camping friendly with everything. Thank you for sharing!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
It's hard when there are so many options! I've found people that prefer other methods, but that french press is definitely our favorite.
@janebass40573 жыл бұрын
Great job. I too love the Viva cloth like paper towels. Best invention since paper towels.
@jamiesmith13434 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the VERY useful information! I have been looking for oven's for my camper, I like to make braids for my bread anyway so this will work. the other information was also useful. Great video, thanks again!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I think you'll love it!
@StacieDude4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the informative video. As for the Instant Pot, which is a pressure cooker (PC), you may have under sold this very useful and versatile item. We have been using PC's for over 10 years. I have not owned an Instant Pot but, other electric PC's. We started with stove top PC's which are compatable with propane, and electric, cook tops. When we were temporarily full-timers, we found ourselves without our PCs (left them behind) which required us to buy new ones. We were once again enjoying PC cooking. Even used both at the same time to cook a 14lb turkey for Thanksgiving. Legs, thighs and wings in one and the body in the other. My wife used the leftover turkey to make her famous Turkey Tetrazinni which we shared with the couple that gave us the turkey. If you like beans you will love PC. Fall off the bone ribs in 20 minutes. Oh, don't forget the collapsible silicone strainer. Thanks again for your video.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Yes I hear great things about Instapots... my biggest reason for not getting one has just been for the fact that I stay away from electric. We dry camp a good amount of the time... but maybe a stove top PC could be good. :)
@juliacampbell58814 жыл бұрын
Hello Mandy, My husband and I are full time, retired last Oct, campers and in Florida right now. We have an Atwood stove/oven. Last Christmas my son gave us an Instant Pot as well as a hotplate. And I have to say I use the Instant Pot all the time. We have a 38 ft camper and this tiny oven heats the whole camper up just baking a loaf of bread. I can pressure cook, saute, steam, and yes even bake using the Instant Pot without all the heat. I found at a yard sale an old hand crank meat grinder with 3 blades, I think the date is 1896 and believe it or not, I use the smallest blade to grind my coffee beans when the power is out. I only have to run them through twice and have perfectly ground coffee.
@gaemay81794 жыл бұрын
Love your videos, thank you so much and God bless you, happy trails 😊😍
@lb4lov3 жыл бұрын
We use a small stovetop pressure cooker. Great for plant based eaters to cook beans and grains without electricity, plus works for regular cooking as well. No nasty nonstick coating either!
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
That sounds fabulous!
@Rolfunther3 жыл бұрын
This was an exceptionally useful video.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
That makes me exceptionally happy :)
@michellestratford97534 жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm just starting my full time RV life so I'm watching a ton of videos and yours was really helpful!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Happy to have you along!
@nursnlern4 жыл бұрын
I liked your video. Good job! We try to avoid aluminum and plastics. Love stainless steel and cast irons.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
I said aluminum in the video but I was just being braindead... it's all stainless steel.
@Beckysgetsittogether3 жыл бұрын
I love my regular pressure cooker (low tech Insta-Pot). They're about the size of your large pot for company, 4 quarts I think is the smallest, and once you bring it to a boil, rice or beans cook in 10 minutes. I'm going to guess that's a plus when there's bears around.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Becky! I just don't have one :)
@GinaKayLandis4 жыл бұрын
Kudos, great video! And yes, those Viva cloth like towels are amazing!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gina!
@patrickseals57462 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the useful tips. Your the only one I found with realistic tips for real world camping. Thanks again.
@tannyacarter-schwartz73984 жыл бұрын
You had me with that intro bad ass dinner ! Thanks
@k.d.shoulders68493 жыл бұрын
Corningware tall sauce pans 2 & 4 quart and minis are great. The handles come off and can cook anything in them.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@barbarajean20924 жыл бұрын
Perfect for gifts for my friends. Thank you for the links!!!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for using them!
@joannapahlow75044 жыл бұрын
Viva paper towels are so worth it!! We actually have less pots and pans then you do in our Airstream. You are so organized. I love cast iron, but got rid of them when we went full time. We have aluminum double wall insulated wine “glasses” with lids, but they were a gift so I can’t take credit for them. We have a Nespresso mini for electric situations and a aluminum French press for non electric. Coffee is my #1 priority.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Coffee is a good #1 priority!! Way to go and keep it simple :)
@mrg80565 жыл бұрын
I really like this young lady I could listen to her all day.
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
Aw thanks, I think I sound funny, but I guess everyone thinks that about their own voice :)
@halliestephen-castro48282 жыл бұрын
You two are soo cute and this video has been so incredibly helpful to a newbie to RVs. Thank you!!
@MandyLea2 жыл бұрын
You are so very welcome Hallie!
@ursulaq36534 жыл бұрын
So great to learn a stovetop oven exists! Thank you!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Yes its very cool!
@jewelssylva37383 жыл бұрын
Viva paper towels! They really are the best. One side is soft & the other is rougher. Very strong & absorbent. They cost a little more, but they offer more.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Exactly!! Love them!
@Dinki-Di4 жыл бұрын
I just hate drinking from plastic. Have you seen the magnet drinkware made in Germany by Silwy?
@angelarohr24793 жыл бұрын
Right...not good for wine
@angiebumbalough40723 жыл бұрын
I was eye balling the paper towel holder the whole time😍must be the full timer thing and the ocd about counters, they’re so limited anyway. Thanks for the Viva reminder 💕✌️
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Still my favorite towel ever!
@margaretreed59684 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great tips! We love French press coffee too and will be looking into the Planetary Designs pot! I was wondering if you found any good kettle for heating water? I am looking for something with a smaller footprint. We just bought a TAB 400 and are itching to try it out!!
@willar13384 жыл бұрын
I see that several people have warned against nonstick pans. I would suggest stainless steel pots and cast iron for anything that needs to be nonstick. Seasoned correctly, as some have suggested, cast iron IS nonstick. And unlike the chemicals in Teflon, etc, iron is good for you. Excellent video, I am subscribing and will probably binge watch.
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
I hope you enjoy binge watching :) You'll notice that cast iron is my favorite and go-to cooking appliance!
@smokeythebear36904 жыл бұрын
I want your Tshirt! Great idea on the towel holders btw!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
I love it! It was a Christmas gift so I'm not sure where it came from.. but it is sooooo soft!
@tinab60324 жыл бұрын
Found t-shirt online at Hot Topic. Google search - Smokey The Bear Floral Only You T-shirt
@e.daletaylor59582 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I got some great ideas, as always. My husband walked into the room and heard you and said “Thats the hippie chick Tab girl. You have listened to her so much I recognize her voice “. Yep, I’m a big fan!
@loveu22223 жыл бұрын
Best 13 minutes,thank🗽☮️✌️
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zoltan!
@jonedwards210710 ай бұрын
I have a stovetop Coleman drip coffee maker, just like the Mr Coffee Maker, but can sit on a propane burner. I also have a Coleman Max propane stove. Not made anymore. Oval single burner, with three different stovetops, wire grill for pots, slotted grill for meats, etc, allows fats to drain through to an oval grease tray, and a griddle for pancakes, etc. it also as a slow cooker that sits on top. Indoors, we use cast iron, mostly. I will switch on my inverter for a couple minutes, when boondocking, if my wife wants to use the microwave. Almost forgot. I also have a Coleman folding oven with a wire rack that sits on a burner. Has a thermometer so we can get the heat right for baking.
@ADONAIsays-so4 жыл бұрын
First of your vids I've seen. Great job!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mr. C!
@jerrywellborn3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I went from Boy-Scout-dad to home-built-tiny-trailer to 27-ft-Airstream. Through it all, I have used the EXACT set of backpacking pans that you have. 🤠
@markchristie55775 жыл бұрын
What no bourbon at the end? My wife says, probably in the juice.
@azclaimjumper5 жыл бұрын
I like your wife's sense of humor
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
hahahaha, I made the video by myself in the middle of the day, then it came to the cheers at the end and I was like "oh shoot!"
@Thespicyapron3 жыл бұрын
Great video and great tips! I also love to use my Instant Pot Mini (3 quart) - it's not too much of a draw for our solar system! Yay!
@nonyabizness.original3 жыл бұрын
me too, love it for so many things- perfect rice and hard 'boiled' eggs in a couple minutes, breakfast grains, one pot mac n cheese, etc. etc. all on a couple hundred watts of solar, without getting the camper hot.
@rhondalyn1005 жыл бұрын
Great ideas, especially for those of us who love our small travel trailers...thanks! :-)
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
@sjordan70857 ай бұрын
Hello Mandy, I was looking for a stove top oven like yours. At the Thrift Store, I came across a Joycooker, for less than $10.00 on Senior Discount day. Very similar idea to the one you have. It sells new for $180.00, but doesn't have all the accessories yours does, though I will likely be able to improvise. I love thrifting, because it really helps when one is on a budget. Thank you for your ideas, I am now on the hunt for a tiny manual coffee grinder like yours, though I also have power packs and a generator, I like the idea of having options. Again, your presenting skills are excellent and it is enjoyable to watch your videos. Thank you, and safe travels.
@patsykluting-lucas38045 жыл бұрын
Awesome ideas I've got a 18' Rpod. Very compact. Safe travels
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
Yes, very similar. I'd probably have the exact same set up in that.
@chau82383 жыл бұрын
For anyone wanting an oven that's a little bigger, Coleman camp oven works pretty well. It's made for coleman stoves, but should work fine on rv gas stove tops.
@Birdzy1004 жыл бұрын
Careful with the Peeling nest of pans. The middle one! Looks like Teflon; you do NOT want to consume that.
@kathenley28114 жыл бұрын
felt seperators are very helpful along with silicon cookeware so you dont scratch the nonstick surfaces
@dd04654 жыл бұрын
I saw that too. You do not want to have Teflon leach into your food.
@grannyphoenix65204 жыл бұрын
Yep, I saw that and my maternal instincts went ape-shit. DON'T use those things, even one more time, please
@sharong85114 жыл бұрын
Yes I noticed that too. For anyone buying new nesting camping gear for cooking, make sure you put something between! You can get fancy and cut a round piece of thin fabric to size. I would probably use coffee filters or paper towels.
@Priscilla_Skoolie3 жыл бұрын
A very useful video of those everyday life things that we so typically overlook. Thank you.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@monicasahu074 жыл бұрын
I LOVE COOKING and this makes me finally love Van Life 😍
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
There is so much you can do on the road!
@claudiahalbert46294 жыл бұрын
Another Great vid! Been following you since your early T@B days because I have one too and still love it. Little Blu and I often take it to the Oregon coast rain or shine. I also have a cabin in Hawaii which is much like a trailer that doesn't roll and is much like camping so when you talked about the Omnia stove top oven I immediately ordered one. The Hawaii cabin is tiny and space has to be used purposely - so a 2 burner propane stove takes up a lot less space than one with a huge oven that is not used everyday. Thanks for all your tips that are so perfect for camping and small space living. Warm Aloha
@clarequinn5304 жыл бұрын
And
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Where is this cabin!? We are in Hawaii now!
@greatdaneacdc4 жыл бұрын
Great video ! Better to buy stainless Your backpacking pots and pans are peeling BAD sign!
@Desertdweller19654 жыл бұрын
david c smith they’re peeling as they aren’t seasoned properly & lodge doesn’t machine the cook surface. Look at garage sales for the old ones that are machined smooth. A lodge will never be non stick.
@barbaravander98534 жыл бұрын
@@Desertdweller1965 Agreed, newer ones are as good as the older ones.
@pattipurvis64094 жыл бұрын
First time I've seen your videos so I subscribed - I really enjoy listening to your pleasant voice and wow - lots of good info. I will be watching more of your videos soon!
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
Aw thanks Patti, that is so sweet. I have my first cooking video ever coming out in the morning, just a few hours. I hope it is well received.
@franceselainethurston16064 жыл бұрын
What about stainless steel mugs for coffee! They sell them in Amazon.
@allentowngal47695 жыл бұрын
Great ideas! I use small drawstring pouches typically for brewing loose tea - but put coffee in them. I love a French press but found cleaning out the screen/ grounds took too much water. Love all the different ideas. I just purchased a Coleman stovetop oven. Can use it on any gas burner inside or out. Excited to try it out! Hoping I can bake some bread or muffins in it.
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
I've seen that method of brewing coffee before and we've thought about doing it when we go backpacking... might have to get on that.
@bassface844 жыл бұрын
"Coffee Black, Bourbon Neat..." I literally hollered: "AMEN! Hallelujah!" LOLOLOL...
@MandyLea4 жыл бұрын
LOL! My favorite sign!!!
@adventures.and.activities3 жыл бұрын
We love our french press coffee maker. We have a plain old electric maker too, but prefer to use the french press if there's time on slower mornings.
@MandyLea3 жыл бұрын
When we're camping its always french press :) Sometimes we'll prep it all the night before.
@janbanks32645 жыл бұрын
Viva paper towels are my preference, too. I don’t know why it took me so long to find them. They’re amazing!
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@ursulaq36534 жыл бұрын
Viva all the way!!
@kathleenveltsos79734 жыл бұрын
Unless your Smokey the bear. Paper towels come from trees. I applaud their living choice though.
@NikJaKen5 жыл бұрын
Great tips, thank you! I love my tiny electric tea kettle for boiling water for pour-over coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. But, it's electric. Loved the 'dry camping' type tips for our future travel!
@MandyLea5 жыл бұрын
yes, I think if we had electric more often I would have one of those too...
@kathrynchristensen38805 жыл бұрын
Great Ideas! Thank you! Heading over to your Amazon link next!