Van Life Cooking | How Can You Bake Without An Oven In A Tiny Van? | RoadPro Portable Stove

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Question of the Day: What is something you love cooking in the oven?

[@3generations393]

Christmas cookies 😍

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@3generations393 yummy!!!!

[@insectasaurusvanlife]

Brownies and cornbread!

[@CanadianChick1000]

Everything? I’m more of a roaster than a sautéer ;)

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@insectasaurusvanlife yes yes yes!!!

[@michaelamaestas4950]

I give it an A+ ,,, excellent

[@cheriehaight6918]

Being a former trucker's wife....I would make up little casserole dinners in the pans and freeze for my hubby. Meatloaf, fried potatoes, hamburgers, and you can get up , fix some eggs with veggies and make omelet. Boil eggs for 90mins while driving.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

very nice!! I can't keep things frozen in my van for very long since I have to dedicate only to fridge or freezer but I might be able to start off my trip with a couple then pick up other thing along the way!!

[@kathleenkline4622]

I cooked in a RoadPro a lot when I drove truck. A favorite meal was a small beef roast with all of the veggies. Another was bbq chicken. Do wrap the top of the aluminum pan as it will not only keep the interior cleaner, but also retains heat better. If you're worried about the bottom of the oven getting too hot, set it on a small sheet pan...it will also catch any drips that may escape when bouncing on rough roads. Pretty much anything you can cook in a slow cooker can be cooked in a Road Pro!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

OMG.. that sounds sooo good!!! I am going to be taking all of this advice and those suggestions and trying them!!!! Thank you sooo much!!!! You are amazing for leaving this wisdom!!!!

[@lareneandpipsqueeksully]

I wondered about cooking a roast with veggies! My favorite! Thank you for sharing!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@lareneandpipsqueeksully Absolutely! I’ll echo this 1 million times over because this was such a good tip.

[@mariannereno8501]

Nice.

[@sandeedobberstine5591]

Thanks!

[@wanderingwillowblossom8106]

I got mine for $20 a few years ago. It’s amazing! I bake muffins and cook chicken every day I’m driving more than 200 miles. I learned to put canning lid rings to raise my silicone bread pans above the direct heat. And add a little water.

[@lspthrattan]

When I was going on the road with my ex partner, who was an otr driver, we had one of these and used it all the time. It made some truly yummy meals with very little effort and saved a lot of money by keeping us out of the restaurants.

[@marcireale]

I too love my RoadPro oven! If you have trouble will the bottom burning before the top gets done, lay several stainless steel straws in the bottom and set your loaf pan on them. The lid will still close.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I love it also.. and after using it for over a year I have learned so many great recipes and things!!

[@michaelamaestas4950]

As a woman who travels far on my own, this is awesome, I am getting one, to help me. I don't do drive thru food, I can't eat drive thru food .

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I have found this to be one of the most useful pieces of cooking equipment that I have and I am looking forward to potentially sharing some more recipes as I travel on this trip with it because you really can cook so many things in it

[@drivinfool9902]

You are smart and frugal not to eat drive thru food. I'm addicted and trying to stop. 😢

[@darrellbambammacon8390]

Just a FYI I'm a trucker and use that oven ,like you mentioned had you added the water to the bottom under pan that steam would have gotten a lot hotter ,I do a baked potato also but poke holes into it with a fork,then close it for about a hour and it will cook thru

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Nice and thank you!! Since I am still learning with it I am excited to try new things so a baked potato will certainly be making my list very soon!!!! Thank you and Merry Christmas!!!

[@wasgreg]

Watch the fellow use an aluminum tray spray it with Pam, sliced two potatoes thinly with skin made a layer at the bottom of the pan of that, sliced two carrots made a layer on top of the potatoes, sliced a small onion made a layer on top of the carrots, peel the clove of garlic layer on top of the onion, salt and pepper, half stick butter, topped with cubed ham and cheese. Covered it with foil opened it up about 3 hours later it looked freaking amazing

[@pamlaenger6870]

I Love my RoadPro oven!!! It’s so nice to pull over, pop something in the oven, plug it into the 12 volt, and then drive on down the road. When you get to where you’re going, you have a hot meal.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Exactly!! I am most excited about that element. Typically that is dead time where only driving is accomplished but with this I can be "working" without working.... and then reap the benefits and rewards of whatever I popped into the cooker!! YUMMY!

[@bennettoharriott]

I once drove trucks for a living. I would make pot roast with carrots and potatoes. Set it in the morning drive all day after 9hrs of drinking its done. Try it out

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I actually will be doing that as I go west this year. I have made several other things in this so far that I have absolutely loved though I haven’t shared them all on the channel because sharing my every day meal we just start to come in the entire channel LOL but this thing is awesome! Super great investment

[@bennettoharriott]

@@BunnyPlaysHere I've been thinking about doing the van life far awhile. Just to get away I'm legally disabled plus I have a rental. I need some time wife my wife away let the rad take us wherever. 😆

[@DontStepInTheGrease]

Bennett. You must have a hollow leg?

[@louieysursa5996]

As a truck driver I cook almost everyday in a roadpro ,they are great.you can cook almost anything in those, mine saves me alot of money.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I am travel a lot of miles so being able to use this will save me money but also give me better options which I am excited about!!!

[@JamesJones-kr9uv]

AS AN OTR driver, I will vouch for Him. These save money and improve healthy eating. Truck stop food isn't all that good. Not like years ago when food was cooked!

[@fenix107]

I had one. Spent 24 hr shift in an ambulance. Would premake some meals and just throw them in while driving. Loved making sausage and peppers, pork chops with stuffing, chicken dishes, etc. It was great and the patients would always wonder why the ambulance smelled so great

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I like the idea of the sausage with pepper and onions!! Really enjoy making that in a traditional oven and also over my small propane cooker, so being able to do that in here also would add a layer of yumminess!! Thanks for that suggestion!! I love that you used this in the ambulance...lol... that is awesome!! This thing really does have so many uses!

[@rallymum5246]

Gas stove, stock pot, cake rack and tea towel. Thats my oven. Mind you my stockpot wears many hats.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I think all of us have those devices that serve many purposes and wear several hats!

[@catcauldron217]

What a beautiful little stove!!! Thanks for sharing. It’s going on my shopping list. I also noticed you have a new van. 😘

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I have loved loved loved this for some time now... i enjoy using crock pot liners for quick clean up and have found i can do everything from heat foods to cooking meats, eggs and casseroles... pro tip is if you are traveling and have the opportunity to prep meals you can put them in these pans and freeze the pull out and have the perfect portion size of things like lasagna already cooked so they don't take as long to prepare

[@haylee7951]

This is my first time hearing of this thing and I’m sold already. This is taking van life food to the next level

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I have found that it is super nice especially whatever I have a long drive ahead. I can throw some food in there and then stop off and eat a warm meal and that is wonderful.

[@elenavaccaro339]

Great review! Just saw another KZbinr using one of these with slow Cooker liners. The liners wouldn't melt, slow cookers get the same temperature. Much easier cleanups, less waste. And a silicone loaf pan would replace the disposable aluminum pans.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I have been using slow cooker liners on this particular trip that I’m on but on items that are looser it still is not recommended so for mixes like banana bread and things like that they still do recommend a pan.

[@emerald4660]

Brilliant idea and if you're driving and it's plugged into your vehicle, lovely hot meal at the end

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely! It’s like a special treat for driving so far LOL

[@jcdahippie]

I have one. I love it. I've cooked salmon, meatballs, veggies, you name it. It does take a longer time to cook than if you use a regular oven. But for traveling, or sometimes on a jobsite, I'll put something in and at lunch time I have a hot meal. Some places that sell them sell cookbooks for them. I get my aluminum pans from one of the dollar stores or even Wally World. You do have to be careful of cooking food that creates steam. It hangs on the upper parts and when you open it, it will drip hot water.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I did notice that.. someone told me the best way to combat that is to unplug and let sit for a couple of minutes before opening. This allows the steam to chill a bit when being opened so you are less likely to have that initial contact. I don't know haven't tried it yet.. I just was very carful when opening it initially anyway....I found the dollar store to be great for the dishes but also will work with what I find near me so that might also mean a Walmart from time to time, but they seemed to have them in larger quantities for around $2-3 so that isn't bad.

[@sharongypsydove6080]

Another trick you can use is buy a miniature loaf pans..... And you can cook 2 to 3 things at once.. A meat in one, vegetable in another and rice in another .. And if you want to bake potatoes in it make sure you poke your potatoes and then smear themlightly with veggie oil or butter and then put them in the bread pan... And I drove truck for almost 30 years before I retired and I still have my original one I bought in 1992... The only thing I've had to do is change the plug on it

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I usually bake potatoes using a bit of olive oil and everything bagel on the outside in the foil, it really makes the skins taste delicious!!!!

[@Marys-Channel]

Cool.

[@chrisholds1]

Something that works pretty well is a variant of baked apples. Use whatever baked apple recipe that you like, but with this difference; chop the apples - instead of stuffing them - into approximately 2" to 3" cubes. mix with the other ingredients, saving any sugar or honey until last. Sprinkle the sweetener on top (the sweetener will slowly melt down into the ingredients during cooking). Add a couple of tablespoons of water or juice (apple or orange). Cover the tray tightly with foil, then bake for an hour. Try not to open the lid during cooking because these things are like crock pots. Every time you open the cooker, you lose all of the built up heat in the cooker and add 15+ minutes to the cooking time.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Oh I like the idea of this!! I will be checking out this suggestion because that just made my mouth water!! Thanks!

[@daynaphipps4912]

@@chrisholds1 I bet that would make the vehicle smell awesome

[@samanthadodd8112]

I got a generic one with a plate with 3 dividers for Christmas. Haven't tried it. When I go camping for a few days I always take frozen leftovers in my yeti and this will be great to have cooked for me by the time I get to camp. This keeps me from taking my 1 burner when I'm out. Thanks for the video.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Exactly my thoughts... which is why not only did I highlight its use as the car is rolling but also that it can be used with the power stations!! I love that it works with both unlike a lot of power pulling options out there!!!

[@pauldouglas5883]

I picked one of these up at a thrift store for $4. Thanks for being so thorough with the experimentation with this thing. It looks like it is going to be exactly what I need to put a little variety into my diet with some hot food. I am a home inspector and I work from my truck. I try to stay away from fast food and this will be a big help.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

This thing does so well when driving! It is so nice to pull into a place after a long drive and have a hot meal!!

[@chronobot2001]

$4 is a serious win !!!

[@pauldouglas5883]

I ran into a snag with trying to put this to use. It pulls a lot of amps...Which my truck does not have an outlet that can handle it, so I need to install one that can...it has been on a back burner since then.

[@lynedionne2727]

I've had mine since the beginning of the pandemic cause I needed to have lunch in my car while everything was in full lock down. I absolutely love it, but you just showed me something that I didn't know about it. I can cook in it as well, omg I always used mine to re-heat my meals. I use mine in the car, it doesn't take all that long to re-heat so it's extremely convenient.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

yay!! I am glad I was able to share something new with you!! I am loving mine already and ready to hit the road for a long trip so I can start using it while driving!!! The options that have been opened up are boundless.. and also reading the comments I have had several people who have these make some really amazing suggestions for different dishes they cook in theirs!!

[@vanmanjohnny966]

I have one of these and use it all the time to make cornbread and also meat. Put some chicken in there with fresh veggies and some taco seasoning and you can eat it with tortillas.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Oh yummy!! I will have to try this!! thanks for the idea!!!!

[@secretariatgirl4249]

I've had one of these for 5 years...when I drove cross country in my 2009 VW Sportwagen, I used this to reheat pre-made, frozen wraps. I took them out of the main cooler in the morning and put them into an insulated bag so they could begin to defrost. They were wrapped in foil and I just popped them into one of those foil tins in the stove. Within about 40 minutes they were piping hot! A great hot lunch!! I plugged it into my cig lighter, and put it on the passenger seat floor...Was fabulous!!!! Loved your test of the power draw...planning to go out again and buy a power pack, so this is really helpful....Want to add a compressor fridge and would love to use a crockpot, too. Here's a tip...I do this at home, using a 1 + quart crockpot, the small size like the 12V units sold for the car. Spray the crock, put some sauce in the bottom, add DRY pasta..more sauce with maybe a bit of water to cover the pasta...then pile on your onions, zucchini, mushrooms, more sauce.....At home a throw a towel over the top...It cooks on HIGH for about an hour...and it's a great casserole...yummy!!!!!k Or, do it slower for about 6 hours or so and then it will stay warm if you cover the crock with a piece of Reflectix. Play it by ear and you'll learn the times as you experiment. I bet you could do it in a RoadPro....worth a shot!! OH..what was your final numbers on the power draw??

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Wonderful ideas for the cooker and something I will consider trying!! The final draw on the RockPals was 14% per 20 minutes while the Jackery ended up averaging about 4% in the same time frame over all the tests I did

[@secretariatgirl4249]

@@BunnyPlaysHere Thanks for the final numbers! BTW...if you do the same pasta/sauce/veg (zucc or eggplant thing) in a loaf pan in a broiler oven at home...cover with foil, bake setting, 35 min or so at 375! (I usually zap the zucc or eggplant in the microwave, covered, for a minute or two to get them started to make sure they fully cook when they are baking,)You won't be sorry! I'm about to do this NOW!!

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

@@BunnyPlaysHere Looks like the Jackery is a better power manager for these little appliances.

[@cathysupp9493]

Suggestion; Use parchment paper folded nicely for baking- no mess clean up Extra hint Cover tightly with foil Set roll to heat up on that

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Wonderful tips!! Thank you for these.. I hadn't thought of parchment paper, I did think of doing the oven bags... but not the paper... thanks!!

[@susandevinenapoli7649]

I have the road pro with the clear lid. It makes good hash browns with eggs and vegetables. Because it browns on the bottom, I put the hash browns on the bottom i made a dinner and cooked while I drive. It took a little longer to drive so i pulled off on an exit and shut it off. It was atill hot when i got home.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

That one is also great!!!!

[@RubyMcgilvra]

I use to transport RV's I had one of those. This was back in the 1990's so they have been around for years. I loved it. I would cook breakfast pizza's in it and I even cooked a Jennie O turkey loaf in it. The only problem I had is the latch broke on it but it still worked

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I have been sooooo pleased with this piece of cooking equipment.. i use it to warm items and cook items and it is sooo efficient!! So glad you also have enjoyed using RoadPro!!!!

[@workermannamrekrow2768]

I used to heat chunky soups and things in there when I was a trucker over 25 years ago. They are still around. That speaks for itself. Great video.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I definitely will eventually be heating up some soup in this I haven’t yet but I’ve had so many people recommend it

[@karinhart489]

I have a HotLogic Mini that runs on 12v. Got it instead of RoadPro because a lower profile means won’t tip over. My friend with the RoadPro kept burning things & tipping it over while driving. It’s nice to have options, like using your power station to power cooking instead of vehicle. So far so good.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I looked at one of those as well but the cook time on it was a bit longer. In comparison videos I noticed that a lot of people were saying if you want to be able to cook meets in a more timely fashion that this was the way to go. So I decided to go for it. I will work on a way for me to secure it so it won’t be tipping over and moving while I’m driving and I think that will be best. I’ve watched a few different truckers who have made some suggestions as to best ways to do this so I’m hoping to implement one of these as I go. We shall see LOL

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

@@BunnyPlaysHere Bungi chords w/cup hooks work a treat to secure it. Use them on the top part where it doesn't get "hot". :-)

[@rustyholt6619]

the hl wont cook real rice or grains its mostly a reheater the road pro will cook

[@gingermcintosh6545]

I have a Hot Logic (almost the same) and love it! You could consider a Pyrex baking dish. That’s what I use and it saves me buying aluminum pans.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

While I personally prefer glass in a van that doesn’t work so well so I avoid it. With all the shifting that typically does not end well lol

[@cwilson4199]

If you wanted to be some what eco-friendly you could get silicone pans I was also thinking you could get a silicone muffin pan, cut to size, put water in the base and make those egg bites they sell at Starbux for a bazillion dollahs. I realize that the foil is easy clean up, you just toss it. But, something you can reuse would cut costs. Just some ideas.

[@NenaKPlans]

@@cwilson4199 OMG 🙌 yes great idea!

[@kathycollins9510]

You can use foil in the hot logic too

[@BlindViews]

That is a cool little gadget. You are right. Depending on what it is, you can put it on the floor, throw some food in, and drive for 45 minutes and eat. Good stuff.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Exactly!! I am all about smarter not harder and this certainly checks the boxes for being able to cook on the road!!! I am excited to try other things... someone in the comments even suggested a meatloaf or roast.. yummmmmM!!

[@guymurphy6982]

I have one, I use it mainly to warm leftovers. One tip to help with burning on the bottom of the aluminum pan is I use 2 stainless skewers, cut the length to fit the oven, put them in the bottom of the oven then put the aluminum pan on top of the skewers. They seem to really cut down on how much I burn. I really love those banana nut muffin mixes, and they make an apple cinnamon one I like too.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Great tip!!! Thanks for that.. I am going to be trying all sorts of great things as I travel with it... someone else suggested rolling aluminum and putting it under to raise it a bit also

[@carolguyer2230]

A pair of metal straws works great to rest the cook pan on too.

[@kathleenkline4622]

@@BunnyPlaysHere The rings to canning jars work, as do large hose clamps.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@carolguyer2230 Awesome tip! I am loving that everyone has so many cool things that could make this even better. I am going to try out many of these things as I hit the road pretty soon I am really excited about taking all this knowledge with me as I go to Arizona

[@sandeedobberstine5591]

Thanks!

[@onlyinamerica0073]

First touchdown, hi I just bought a ram pro master city , let’s go to Alaska yay 😀 cool video hope you remember me see ya, I do have those road pro I use to drive truck that’s work pretty good, I can cook my oatmeal, brown rice while I’m driving or heat up my left over food,

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

How exciting!! I am excited to see what you end up doing with it and how you design your space!! Alaska is going to be in the works.. so many things coming in 2022 if I can get everything in line!!! yes you can heat up or cook from scratch in this and it is amazing!!!

[@clarasmith1873]

This would be a great addition to any van life.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I think it is so great for so many reasons!!! I am looking forward now after testing this out to cooking some amazing things on my Arizona trip!! Cannot wait!!

[@rebeccapratt3089]

Yippy!!! Get to see you before Christmas,love them meals,now that I'm retired its just me & sometimes my friend enough for 2 meals for me,wow what a cool oven!!! hugs & love

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I am loving it so far!! And so many ideas for all the things that now can be cooked! I absolutely love my camping set up for my kitchen but it did leave some areas like meatloaf, roast and baked potatoes in the not able to be cooked category.. now just about everything is possible!!!

[@RescueDogTreats]

Looks like a winner! I have a cup that keeps things warm with the 12 volt while driving, but this is next level!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely! I have seen those also but typically I just use my 12v kettle and then the instant coffee and then keep my coffee in a mug that holds heat for hours...lol..

[@christinaturpin9464]

Hey Bunny, be careful with the cord. Make sure the stove cools down completely before putting the cord back in the storage compartment . We had one and ruined it because we didnt know it would do that, other than that, we loved it!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I usually let everything sit for a while after using it anyway so I will for sure remember to do that with this!! Thanks for the tip!!!

[@mikeklinger1712]

Very good to know 👍

[@randye1970]

I always put water under the pan also. Canned soup is also easy in it. About 30 min and hot.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

NICE!! I have had a lot of great suggestions about soup so it will certainly be something I look into!!! Thanks for the time tip!!

[@susansreviews548]

I had one of those many years ago when I drove all day for work. It worked amazing. I mostly used it to heat up food, not to cook. It was much better than buying fast food when on the road.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Completely agree! This thing has been fabulous and I’ve made a lot of really good things in it. I have some ideas for future things as well… I’m glad that you had one and it worked well for you also.

[@myvanlife1]

You can do the exact same thing in a rice cooker and cook way more food if you wanted to as well, yes those are handy for sure for smaller portions!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

True.. but they are usually round which fits more awkwardly in my small van... this can wedge into more places since it is a rectangular. And this is way more food than I personally will eat in a single setting....

[@MySonsMother]

Rice cooker is my favorite appliance.

[@myvanlife1]

@@MySonsMother Sooo versatile!!!

[@kennethwilson8633]

Really you can bake in a rice cooker? Is there a rice cooker recipe book or channel? I would want to see that too.

[@BriarRose74]

@@kennethwilson8633 - a 3qt instant pot would be way more versatile than a rice cooker, thousands of recipes available online for free, able to brown/cook meat (sauté setting) , bake, etc, even have a way to cook pasta in it.

[@inspiredtowander]

I've used my trucker's lunch box many times in my van! I love it!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I am very pleased with it and cannot wait to get to cooking while in motion!!!

[@jeffwagg]

Great video, as usual. When I use mine, I put the water right in the oven, and then add the food. It helps with spills and helps distribute the heat well.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Great tip!! I will be looking into trying some of the other ideas also that people have shared.. so much great knowledge!

[@freegurl76]

I love taking my mini Wolfgang Puck rice cooker on trips. It works with my Jackery 500 and you get browning on your foods. I make pineapple upside down cake in there and it is delicious.

[@michaelbonderton5056]

Handy device and great visuals for the actual cool times young lady.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Thank you!! I have always been intrigued with these and the possibility of what can be made in one. I look forward to trying other things which were previously not able to be made in my small ridge monkey!!!

[@denisecatlett7203]

Much more impressive than I thought that little oven would be. The Brussels Sprouts looked amazing. I think I would throw some cooked chicken in that dish.

[@sassygsgreenthumb7085]

I know how well the cook box because I bought one many years ago so he could have a warm lunch while at work and he loved it. They work very well.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Agreed I am loving mind! I’ve made a couple of meals now on the road and it is so amazing

[@X31-k9b]

I love the fact that you used both the jackery and the 300watt one ,but it wasn't a fair comparison because you used different items to cook at different cooking times and even different temperatures. It was nice you used so many different items to cook and it thank you for mentioning the fact it wasn't going to burn through your floor panel,so now on a long run I know I can have my dinner done before I stop driving which is really nice. Thank you .

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I’m also wanted to use the two power stations just to show that they can work on both of the power stations themselves. A lot of people use this while driving down the road like I do primarily however some people do you want to know if they can run it off of the power station so I wanted to show the variety of different wattages To allow people to see that you could have a large power station or a small one and it will work. It wasn’t so much about comparing the cooking times as much as it was just showing that it can work and how much draw that it has

[@peggyoooo7092]

I personally love the banquet frozen macaroni and cheese but I am a inpatient woman and don't particularly want to wait 51 minutes to cook it when frozen lol so what I do is I'll take it out a couple hours before and let it thaw and then it's ready to cook within a matter of minutes when I finally decide to heat it up😉

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I am just happy with this that I can get things going when I make a supply stop along the road and by the time I am ready to take a driving break I will be able to have one to eat... so that works out really well!!!

[@peggyoooo7092]

@@BunnyPlaysHere I'm going to have to get myself one, it's a great idea to cook while you're driving so that way when you stop you can actually enjoy your meal and relax, thank you for introducing me to this product😁

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@peggyoooo7092 You are absolutely welcome. I don’t know why I hadn’t tried this before. Especially whenever I’m driving and it’s getting later into the evening sometimes I don’t like to have to pull everything out that close to dark. A lot of times in those instances I will eat a Mountainhouse meal which I absolutely love however it would be nice to have some different variations also and using this allows that. Not to mention if I have a night where I have to stop at like a truckstop or something or a Walmart parking lot he shouldn’t mean that I have to sacrifice on a good meal.

[@catco8644]

Homel makes small meals that are room temp. Lots of variety! I love the chicken and mashed potatoes or the roast beef w/potato’s and gravy. Put it on a piece of bread for a hot beef sandwich. They take right under an hour in my hot logic, so I’m guessing it might even be quicker than that!

[@denisemeredith2436]

What a brilliant idea and it is a compact size. It certainly opens up more possibilities for you food wise nor does it suck too much juice from your Jackery.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely!!! I can use it while driving and be cooking just about anything. Running off of my van as I drive I can have an entire meal preparing so I can have a piping hot meal as soon as get to my location!! Think of the possibilities: meatloaf, roast, baked chicken, cornbread, cake even!!

[@denisemeredith2436]

@@BunnyPlaysHere Instead of a large foil tray, you could use two smaller ones for savoury and a sweet and cook both at once.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@denisemeredith2436 What a great idea! The only problem that I might encounter with that is a mix fills one of those pretty fully. With my current RidgeMonkey I can also make muffin mixes and things like that but I have the same problem in those instances where I have to cook two separate dishes and in this one that would mean quite a bit of a time investment however for other desserts that are in smaller portions that would be perfect

[@drivinfool9902]

Thanks soooo much. I'm new to you and your channel. Getting van ready. Sick and tired of fast food but love hot food. So I can get one soon.

[@traceyschuster7067]

I believe one of the pre seasoned pork tenderloins, cut in half, would fit in that little pan. Worth a try!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

That sounds yummy. might try that!

[@MySonsMother]

That was the first thing I ever cooked in my Roadpro meal. If I remember correctly it took a little over two hours, but I had stopped once. I think 2 1/2 to 3 hours is what you should plan. I think I cooked the whole thing.

[@StokesCheri]

I'm a trucker and 25-30yrs ago I had a leather-like envelope pouch that you could stick a can in, plug into the outlet, start trucking and by the time you stopped for lunch the can was super hot and ready. I've seen guys cook on their engines, pipes, etc. 🤣 Technology sure has come a long way, but I wish I could find another one of those pouches... They literally took up NO space. Campers & Truckers pioneered the way for Tiny Living. 😘 Btw, I love your little license plate pillow. I recently bought some of that material at Walmart. SO cute!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Hmmm I haven't seen any of those.. that could be a fun product for a tiny space though!!!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I was so excited to make that little pillow.. I am not good at sewing.. but I can make a great pillow....lol

[@jasonhenza]

I always appreciate vanlife cooking videos

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

More will come this winter!!

[@Marys-Channel]

I currently use Hotlogic. I love it! It cooks great! And only 40 watts of power.😊✌️

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

hotlogic is good for some things but baking is not an option as it only gets up to 165 degrees which is why I chose this one..... i can also fully cook meats to a safe temp in it

[@Marys-Channel]

@BunnyPlaysHere I don't bake. And I worked in a Bakery. 🤣 So, that doesn't matter to me. Meats get up to temp. It just takes a while. I'm mostly vegetarian anyway. It's excellent for veggie casseroles. 😊✌️

[@endur5nce]

Just subscribed! I luv this 12v cooking option. Who cares if it takes 3 times as long as normal. You would just drive/plan around that. I get excited thinking about baking bread/cake/muffin/brownie and having that filling up my ride

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I’m very excited about the possibilities that this has and as I stated in the video this would otherwise be time that I wouldn’t be being productive at all so it’s a great thing. I know I’m shorter drives I can make things that take 30 to 40 minutes but on the long stretches of highway that I often take I could have a full meal prepared including a meat dish if I chose to. And I love that. Never thought this could be a possibility. It’s also nice to know that I will no longer have to worry about rushing around at a campsite that I get to a little bit too late to cook something because I could’ve been cooking something on the way there to have a soon as I arrive. That in itself is wonderful.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

And by the way welcome to the channel! I have a lot of fun things coming up in the coming year

[@sharongypsydove6080]

It's the perfect size to use oven ready lasagna noodles in and make lasagna... You can bake biscuits.. You can make pork chops ,chicken breasts, Spanish race with ground beef, Chicken and dumplings, I do Is 2 pork loin chops. One large carrot chopped 1 potato chopped a quarter of an onion chop.. Add a couple tablespoons of cream on mushroom soup.. No extra water or broth is necessary because your meat gives off a lot of juices.. It's the same no matter what meat you use.. And you have a complete meal in about 2 hours.. If your chops are thick..

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I am very intrigued but the lasagna idea!! I love a a good pasta!! I am also going to try some other baked pasta dishes.. I have had a few great suggestions like these so I am very excited!!!!!

[@mhayes6864]

Definitely on long drives! Yes! Got my vote!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Now I can be working while driving...lol.. well cooking at least!! That is considered a win for sure in my book and I look forward to all the fun things I can try!

[@mhayes6864]

@@BunnyPlaysHere yes! Looking forward to all of what it can do! Thank you! Bunny!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@mhayes6864 Hope to share more very soon

[@diannabrown7754]

My son has one of those ovens he loves it for his away from home job.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

It is amazing!!! I am very pleased with it so far.

[@insectasaurusvanlife]

This has been on my radar for a while. Thanks for doing this blog! Looks like a winner for sure.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

You are absolutely welcome!! I have seen these so many times going into truck stops and finally decided it was time!! This will allow me to cook things that otherwise would have been extremely messy or not doable at all because of the size of the items. Not to mention now I can be productive while also driving!! GAME CHANGER!

[@rodneyotobias8604]

Glad you like it I have 2 one for the work truck other for travel trailer also have a hot logic mini love it also keep up the good work enjoy watching your adventures

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I am so excited I finally decided to give it a shot and it certainly will be handy for those long drives. I am always looking for things that open up the possibilities for better life on the road and more efficient lifestyle!! I looked into the hot logic but opted to start out here.

[@hh-acres-ranch-rescue]

Hey Bunny Just wanted to comment on the lunchbox warmer It's amazing it will cook everything. It will boil water Use the disposable meatloaf pans I cooked a full turkey dinner in this road pro Heated turkey in the gravy Made stovetop stuffing Cooked my vegetables It will bake cornbread I lived in my Ford F350 truck for 3 years and used it full time Love full-time travel

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I am so excited to use it more while I am traveling!! So many wonderful ideas from everyone that have left my mouth watering including these suggestions!!!! Looking forward to it!!

[@creativedesignsources2640]

I’m watching some of your older videos today because they have been recommended to me and I have to say I really like your presentation on this one, but your make up looks stunning.

[@anitacash5919]

I bought one of thes about a month ago, different brand but looks the same and I love it. Right now I only use it for frozen meals ( I drive rideshare) but actually plan to cook in it once I move into my van. I added a little bit of water and in under an hour my meal was fully cooked.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Yay!! I am so excited to see how everyone is using their products that already have them and that it is working for them like it has for me!!! I am so excited to start cooking while on the road and already have made a long list of things I am looking forward to creating!!! Everything from a frozen French bread pizza to a meatloaf...lol... so many options!!

[@LorE_aka-midwestmemaw8555]

I'm so glad you did this, I was just looking at these and wondering how they work!!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Every time I stopped at a truck stop to get gas, stretch and pick up something I would see them, so it was finally time to buy one and try it out myself. I am so happy I did!! This will be such a great option for preparing things I typically wouldn't be able to on the road while driving. Not to mention it gives me a great excuse to bake!!!

[@lilliantittle944]

I would love to have one for when I go camping I could plug it in my jeep while I'm driving to camp

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

It is something I had seen for so long and always thought would be great but until I bought one I had no idea how many things it really could make possible... NICE

[@3generations393]

🤔 Reminds me of my Easy Bake Oven 😋

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

lol.... my parents and I were joking about this being an adult version of one...lol.. I never had one when I was a kid so I have one now...lol

[@3generations393]

@@BunnyPlaysHere you've already had fun with it and Lord knows-it's Much safer 🤗😋

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

@@3generations393 lol.. no light bulb baking while I drive...lol

[@jackiecook4441]

Just subscribed to your channel you seem like a upbeat really fun girl, You remind me of my daughter. That food looked delicious think I might have to get me one of those if we start camping in our SUV. Have a great day happy travels.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

First and foremost that sounds exciting to be camping in an SUV! I know that you’ll have a wonderful adventures! Also I will always take a complement when somebody says I remind them of their daughter LOL that makes me smile to know that you can relate to my personality on a personal level. Last but not least the road pro is absolutely worth it especially if you’re driving to get to your campsite you could have something nice and cozy whatever you get there ready to eat.

[@marilynbubb-yh5yk]

My friends truck driver husband loved his. She would cook meals and wrap for him for the week.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

They are so great!!!! That is what originally inspired me to try this out was seeing how many truckers out there enjoy them.. i thought for camping it could work well for long driving days!!

[@shedragon2974]

I was looking getting one of at those this spring. Now I almost certainly will. Thanks for the demo.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

You are absolutely welcome!!! It opens up so many more options and I am very excited to see what all I can create in it!!

[@JamesJones-kr9uv]

This is excellent for left overs, this will pay for itself in just a few meals,compared yo eating out and healthier than fast food

[@insimplebeing]

Nice demonstration, and thank you for being willing to make a mistake. Mistakes are the best teachers.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely!!! I feel like when we allow ourselves to experiment we learn some good tips but also in this little happy mistake I actually discovered how to make a delicious soup that was so easy!!

[@Krisbeairsto]

Can’t wait to see what else you cook in this!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

i have been using this off and on on the road for a while and love it.. so many great options.. on this trip i have been traveling on i have been heating a lot more than cooking but the ability to do both is so impressive!! i will be sharing some recipes soon though...

[@louiswager2629]

Well-spoken intelligent woman, have fun, be safe on the road, you could also use some alumni foil to close off the top of the insert pan when cooking.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Thank you!!! I try to share all the fun things out there for others to enjoy and things like this which allow others to see what all is available along the way on the journey for making it more comfortable like a traditional home!! thanks so much for being the best part of the channel!!

[@smokinggar714]

I have two of them that I bought in the early 1990s , I have used one of them for can heating I put two cans not opened and leave in it for hours as I drive

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Great tip!! I might have to try that also!!! I like that it would be contained!!

[@magnificentmakeupdesigns462]

Eeeeekkkk.... I needed this video !! New car dweller here!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

First and foremost congratulations! There are so many cool things that you can do while staying in your vehicle. I know that there is a little bit of a process to getting adapted to it however you got this! This particular device has been super handy for me especially on longer drives. I’ve heated everything from frozen eggrolls all the way up to cooking chicken entirely from raw. It’s great with veggies also.

[@tinagilmore6373]

I love this, and want one for my baking goodies addiction! Thx for sharing!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Same with the baked goods addiction... lol... I told Lady Bugout at Lolapalooza, what if we could make brownies.. neither of us had an oven though... now I could make a version of brownies!! That in itself is amazing!!! I am looking forward to those moments where something sounds good not having to say, ok let me go buy something precooked at a store and instead make it myself!! Hot out of the oven just tastes better sometimes!

[@rhondawaldron]

We have had ours for over 20 years. We use it in the DC plug while driving. We usually cook already-cooked, refrigerated, not frozen dinners.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

That’s a great way to use it!

[@terristenacious2279]

You could get the littler half foil pans and cook two things at once too. Like this cooker.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

That is also an option. Someone also encouraged me to try out the oven roaster bags to be able to separate food items using the larger dish by itself

[@darlenesouthard4557]

Oh my goodness!! I have to get one of these!! Yay!! Real food!! Thanks so much for the review. It makes you feel much better to see it in action before you buy it!!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

This is one of my favorite cooking devices I have invested in. Nice to be able to cook while driving and make the most of all the time on the road.

[@kerrilampert590]

Oh this is interesting. Something worth considering for my van also.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely!! you have mentioned you have a daughter so this would be a great portion size for 2!

[@danawhitt4591]

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[@robynshore7942]

I came over to watch this after watching your cook stew in a slow cooker video as Im planning to get one of these to use while I drive.

[@Debrajoy]

This would be great for my van since I do not want a kitchen in it, too lazy to cook! Really it's just a cleaning up 🤣

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely!! It is wonderful especially if you are driving a lot! For me I will likely start cooking as I leave out of one location on my way to the next and by the time I arrive I will have lunch or dinner!! mmmmm

[@menotme5560]

Watching your videos has given me so many ideas. Just put this in my Amazon cart.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Yay!!! So glad the video can be of help to you!! I love this thing and have been using it for a while now and no complaints at all... i have had so many things I couldn't cook before that i have been able to!!

[@lareneandpipsqueeksully]

Wow! Thank you! I have seen that at Loves Truck stop, now I will pick one up! So awesome!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I had probably passed by this thing like 20 or 30 times in previous stops at the truck stop and always wondered.. finally decided to try and now I am thinking why didn't I do this before...lol

[@LABYRINTHHILL]

Brilliant idea as I look for off-grid solutions for my garden shed studio. I need products that can be used on the road as well as in my sticks and bricks…the lavender plants can’t go on the road with me.😂 😉💜

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

This certainly would be a good one because like you said it’s portable and it can go with you wherever you are. It also doesn’t pull as much power as some of the electric skillets that people have and it provides an option that is quick and efficient.

[@carlaifera5254]

Have a Road Pro .... never used .... thanx for the demo .....🙋☕

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

You are absolutely welcome!! I always like to test things out before implementing them into my van and this one is a great one!

[@kimsargeant8126]

Very cool and I am so happy to know that I can bake bread as well as a hot meal.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

YES!!! I have been so pleased with this and all the opportunities I now will have in travel.. not to mention I have had so many great tips in the comments of things that will help me even further!! SO now I just am going to get on the road and cook up a storm!!

[@vanlifewithGinaPayne]

I gotta try one of these! Nice to see ya my friend!🤍💛😻😎

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Nice to see you as well and Merry Christmas a day early!!! I had passed by this thing every time I went into a truck stop and always wondered but finally decided on my way home from Missouri it was time to get it.. and now I am wondering how I didn't before... I drive so much this makes so much sense...lol.. but I like that I now have enough power that I could also use it while at camp for a few days.

[@karengradzki3808]

A great idea. If you have room in your cooler or small fridge, prep some of the meals, cover with aluminum keep in fridge until you are ready to use.

[@valerierichardson458]

I would only use it for heating but according to my husband it's great to have.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

For heating up it’s also a very valid option. I’ve seen several people in the comments who have mentioned that they like to heat up soups or frozen meals also that they like to just warm things that they’ve pre-cooked. So I think that that is an awesome option however it does have that continued value in that you can actually cook larger items such as the meats or veggies.

[@dave9456]

Thanks lovie you have made up my mind to use a crock pot 👍

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

No problem.. glad the video could help you make a determination on what will or will not work for you!! That is always the goal of the videos I put out.. not always to have everyone agree that one option is best but to see rather what is available and determine those things

[@dave9456]

@@BunnyPlaysHere you know it sweetie mwaaaaah😘

[@JamesJones-kr9uv]

I love crockpot cooking in a big truck, they are great, the road pro is a useful tool also.

[@terrapintravels3829]

I'll definitely check this out when I get on the road, thank you!🦋

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely welcome!!! I am always looking for things which make life on the road more efficient and also where I can have comforts and this one is a great one for creating heart warming meals!!!

[@lazaruscharity1121]

i love my dezin hot pot, small rice cooker, and now this. ty!

[@grlnexdoorable]

I love mine, too.

[@daynaphipps4912]

Get two and make pot roast with veggies in one and cornbread in the other. Cooking while driving

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

that is certainly an option!

[@daynaphipps4912]

@@BunnyPlaysHere I'm seriously thinking of getting one. This would be such a good option if one is stuck sleeping in a parking lot and can't set up camp

[@offthehook4u]

Yep. We put ours to good use. You can get small silicone pans that will fit inside. The silicone cupcake liners are handy for small amounts or baking 3 whatevers. Silicone will bend to help get the lid closed and locked. To avoid burned bottoms take some foil and roll into several log shapes and then sit your cook pan on top of those. For cook times always tack on another 20 minutes for the preheat stage. One of my favorites things to make was baked sweet potatoes. Turkey and rice, meatball hoagie, Mac and cheese, pasta, soups.....you name it. It's all doable in these lunchboxes and it's great for reheating too. Putting a bit of water in the pan under your cook pan insert helps to keep things from drying out but definitely put your cooker on a cookie sheet or something as they tend to sweat while cooking and foods can bubble up and over while simmering. Enjoy skipping those fast food places! Shalom and happy trails!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Thank you for all the wonderful tips! The silicone that I found little bit big so I’m continuing to look. However once I find it I will let everyone know for sure LOL

[@mariannereno8501]

I got one at goodwill for $5 ! Love it !

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Great deal!!! I never find anything that cool at Goodwill...lol

[@mariannereno8501]

I would gladly pay $35. Handy.

[@dsimplysparky57]

I'm gonna have to get a road pro. ❤️ love your enthusiasm. Your my gal. Get lots of compliments on my hair ( yours)cut too.

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

This thing is changing the way I look at cooking opportunities in my van!! I am very eager to try some of the things everyone is suggesting in the comments. The meatloaf sounded particularly exciting.. but so did the brownies!!!

[@LadyBugout]

Oh the things you can cook!!! WWUD…get a roadpro!!!!

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Absolutely!!! WWUD... bake the brownies.. make the cookies... cook the meat... steam the veggies.... *bwahahahaha taking over the world...lol

[@LadyBugout]

@@BunnyPlaysHere bwahahahahahah😆

[@kennethwilson8633]

You both need to cook with one of these on your channels Lady Bugout and Bunny Plays here cooking tips and tricks.

[@VanventureswithKaia]

I’ve got the Roadpro 12v roaster in my van & I love it I would love to bake cakes in it too

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

I love that you bake cakes! That is awesome. I’ve been using mine a lot more to more so reheat items lately, but I do have a few recipes that I want to share on the channel at some point in the future