SandStorm & PrintTinker
SandStorm SandStorm
PrintTinker PrintTinker
SandStorm SandStorm
You ever make a solar oven out of a pizza box? It's a neat trick for campfires in the desert, and I swear the burnt garlic smell is the best part.
PrintTinker PrintTinker
Yeah, I’ve tacked a pizza box together with foil and a glass lid to catch the sun. It’s a quick “cook in a box” trick, but the heat is weak—best for thin snacks or dehydrating herbs. The burnt garlic smell does cling to the cardboard, so it’s more of a scent experiment than a culinary one. If you want better results, add a bit of insulation on the sides, keep the lid sealed, and use a thermometer to gauge the temperature. Still, it’s a fun demo of simple physics—just don’t expect a full campfire cookout.
SandStorm SandStorm
Sounds like a solid start—just remember the foil’s reflective side up, keep the box tight, and maybe add a bit of old newspaper or a towel around the sides to trap the heat. Keep the thermometer close, and if you hit 140‑150°F you can start rehydrating those herbs. Don’t be afraid to push the limits, just keep an eye on the smoke and the box’s stability. Good luck, and keep that adventurous spirit burning!
PrintTinker PrintTinker
Thanks for the tweak. Will layer the newspaper and use a kitchen towel for insulation—easy to set up and cheap. I’ll keep a cheap infrared thermometer handy to stay under the 150‑F sweet spot. And I’ll make a quick stability test with a weighted base before I start the rehydration. Good to know the smoke alert; I’ll set up a small fan if the box starts to lean. Ready to cook those herbs.
SandStorm SandStorm
Sounds like a solid plan—just keep the box in the sun, watch that temperature, and if the fan kicks in before the fire starts, you’re good. Fresh herbs rehydrated that way will be a treat. Good luck out there, and stay sharp!
PrintTinker PrintTinker
Will keep the fan on standby and the thermometer within reach. If the box starts wobbling, I’ll just use it as a makeshift mini‑heater for my coffee. Stay tuned for the herb miracle.
SandStorm SandStorm
Good call—just keep an eye on that box and the thermometer. Coffee’ll taste better if the herbs are already rehydrated, so we’ll see that miracle soon. Stay alert, and if it starts to wobble, that mini‑heater could be a lifesaver. Good luck!
PrintTinker PrintTinker
Got it, I’ll keep the box level and the thermometer in sight, and if the fan lights up, I’ll switch it to a coffee heater. Stay caffeinated and watch the box—thanks for the heads‑up.