Solar Sweet and Sour Chicken

This super simple recipe reminds me of something that would be on one of those cooking shows where the chef has to come up with something using only ingredients found in the refrigerator of a random family. Sun Oven Sweet and Sour Chicken Ingredients 2 tablespoons...

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Solar Summer Soup

We often pack a picnic and go hiking in the afternoon. Lately I've been bringing sandwiches that are a meal on their own. I take sourdough bread, hollow it out, and stuff it with all sorts of good stuff. The only problem was what to do with all the soft part of the...

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Chicken, Sun, Garlic, and Thyme

Serve this succulent solar roasted chicken with a good, crusty bread to smear with the cooked garlic. Sun Oven Garlic Chicken Ingredients 1 whole chicken (about 3 pounds), rinsed and patted dry, inside and out, with paper towels 2 fresh thyme sprigs 2 heads garlic,...

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Solar Split Pea Soup with Ham

This soup will cook faster if you start with hot water. Serve it with corn bread or, my favorite, grilled cheese sandwiches. Southern Style Split Pea Soup Ingredients 1 pound dry split peas, picked over and rinsed 1 or 2 ham hocks 3 carrots, peeled and finely chopped...

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Colorful Vegan Solar Lunch

New diet plans don't usually appeal to me, but Mark Bittman's Vegan Before 6 struck a chord. It's extremely simple. Basically eat only vegetables, fruit, and whole grains during the day. Then, you have dinner. The best part is even my husband can stick to it. He's the...

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Solar Peach Crumble

These inexpensive metal mugs can be found in the camping department and are a great addition to your Sun Oven. Single Serving Sun Oven Peach Crumble Ingredients For the filling: 4 peaches, cut into thin wedges 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon...

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Sun Baked Shepherd’s Pie

Yesterday's braised lamb shank for two can be used to make a delicious shepherds pie that will feed the whole family. Use the following recipe as a guideline and feel free to use whatever vegetables you like for the filling. Sun Oven Shepherd's Lamb Shank Pie...

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Solar Lamb Dinner for Two

Good, meaty lamb shanks can be hard to find so when I see one I like to snatch it up. This easy braise can be consumed immediately, or, stored overnight in the fridge and used to make a shepherd's pie. Simple Sun Oven Braised Lamb Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil,...

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Solar Soup with Lentils and Chard

This soup can be made in advance, without the chard or lemon juice, and stored in the refrigerator for a few days, or it can be frozen. When ready to serve, gently reheat and add them in at that time. Sun Oven Lentil Soup with Chard Ingredients 2 tablespoon olive oil...

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Solar Broccoli and Potato Frittata

Frittatas are probably one of the few egg dishes that actually taste better the next day making them perfect for packed lunches or picnics. This one, with broccoli, potatoes, and cheese is a little bit like a fully loaded baked potato to go. Sun Oven Cheese and...

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