September is National Preparedness Month

Our nation had a big wake up call on September 11, 2001, when terrorists flew hijacked airplanes into the two largest office buildings in New York City. Another one came in August 2005 in the form of Hurricane Katrina.We learned that we are not as “safe” as we assumed...

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Spicy Solar Snack

The Sun Oven does not need to be at maximum temperature for these chips to come out. If condensation builds up during cooking, unlatch the glass door to let it escape. The temperature will go down a little but it will keep the chips from getting soggy. Sun Oven...

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Year Round Solar Peach Muffins

Canned, fresh, or frozen peaches work equally well for this recipe which means it can be prepared year round. Peachy Sun Oven Muffins Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant) 1/4 cup oat bran 1/2 cup sugar 2 1/2...

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Super Easy Solar Soup

Don't let the simplicity of this recipe fool you, it's packed with flavor. And don't let the amount of garlic scare you, it mellows as it cooks and melds perfectly with the beans. If you can't find cranberry beans use cannellini or great northern instead. Sun Oven...

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Fun Solar Hummus

This unusual twist on hummus makes a great dip for raw vegetables. Sun Oven Beet Hummus Ingredients 14 ounces Sun Oven roasted beets, peeled and cut into chunks 8 ounces (about 1 cup) previously Sun Oven cooked chickpeas 2 tablespoons tahini 1 teaspoon ground cumin...

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Easy Solar Thai Chicken

I've had a jar of Trader Joe's Thai curry simmer sauce in the cupboard for a few months now. Every time I'd think about using it I'd face a dilemma, cook the chicken first or not? The instructions on the jar say to cook it until done and then add the sauce. With other...

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Solar Savory Corn Muffins

These savory corn muffins have an Italian twist. Medium-ground cornmeal can be used in place of the polenta (coarse-ground cornmeal). The texture will be a little different but just as pleasing. Savory Sun Oven Italian Corn Muffins Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose...

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Easy Solar Lasagna

This lasagna can be assembled in the evening and stored in the fridge overnight. It will take a little longer to bake, but the flavors will be just as good. Easy Sun Oven Lasagna Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 onion, finely chopped...

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Solar Breakfast Bread

This sweet bread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It's perfect for a quick breakfast to go. Sun Oven Oatmeal Bread Ingredients 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats 2/3 cup golden raisins 3/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly...

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Solar Chicken Stew Italian Style

  Like most stews, this is even better the next day. It also freezes well. If you prefer white meat substitute skinless, bone-in breasts cut into quarters for all or a portion of the thighs used in this recipe. Easy Sun Oven Chicken Cacciatore Ingredients 2...

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