What do you cook in a crock pot or moderate-temperature oven? The same foods will cook about the same in the Solar Funnel Cooker --without burning. The charts below give approximate summer cooking times.
The solar cooker works best when the UV index is 7 or higher. (Sun high overhead, few clouds.)
Cooking times are approximate. Increase cooking times for partly- cloudy days, sun not overhead (e.g., wintertime) or for more than about 3 cups of food in the cooking jar.
Stirring is not necessary for most foods. Food generally will not burn in the solar cooker.
VEGETABLES (Potatoes, carrots, squash, beets, asparagus, etc.) Preparation: No need to add water if fresh. Cut into slices or "logs" to ensure uniform cooking. Corn will cook fine with or without the cob. Cooking Time: About 1.5 hours
CEREALS AND GRAINS (Rice, wheat, barley, oats, millet, etc.) Preparation: Mix 2 parts water to every 1 part grain. Amount may vary according to individual taste. Let soak for a few hours for faster cooking. To ensure uniform cooking, shake jar after 50 minutes. CAUTION: Jar will be hot. Use gloves or cooking pads. Cooking Time: 1.5-2 hours
PASTA AND DEHYDRATED SOUPS Preparation: First heat water to near boiling (50-70 minutes). Then add the pasta or soup mix. Stir or shake, and cook 15 additional minutes. Cooking Time: 65-85 minutes
BEANS Preparation: Let tough or dry beans soak overnight. Place in cooking jar with water. Cooking Time: 2-3 hours
EGGS Preparation: No need to add water. Note: If cooked too long, egg whites may darken, but taste remains the same. Cooking Time: 1-1.5 hours, depending on desired yolk firmness.
MEATS (Chicken, beef, and fish)