Would this product be appropriate for travel? We like to eat cheap-pasta, oatmeal, soups, instant potatoes, eggs. Would this pot work for this use
1740855
Yes. Definitely. It's good for cooking, it's not my favorite for frying food, it's slow and not hot enough.
1740856
I've only used it for deep frying so far but I don't see why not. It's your average bottom-heated non-stick pot.
1740857
Its pretty portable. I take it to cookouts to deep fry wings and don't see why it wouldnt be good for this.
1740858
Sure. But, it won't fit in a suitcase. I would say it's pretty portable though.
1740859
From researching this model, and the other more expensive 6003, this would be perfect for your needs. But for some intense frying the 6003 would be a better option. It is one quart larger and has more power. This model is advertised for soups and steaming.
1053176
Yes !!! Works very well on just about anything you want to cook in it . Just don't overload it with too much pasta , it will expand and that is a narrow pot .
2212151
I'd say it works best for 1-2 people. We use it only for cooking oatmeal overnight for breakfast for two of us. Then use our bigger one to prep dinner.
2052618
it is on the small size, but still would be awkward to use as a travel pot...
1720129
Would work for sure, but size and weight are not suitable for travel. This is more something you would take if you were going to be living there for a while.
614759
Absolutely. It'll work great. the only difference, is I think that on my ceramic stovetop, it took a little longer to heat up.It is great for pasta, and without the insert, it also works great as a soup pot - big enough for some double recipes. I recommend the minestrone from the Williams Sonoma cookbook.
1915673
Yes, it could work for cooking pasta. The holes might be a bit larger than some thin spaghetti, but it would still work pretty well.
776727
Yes, by the time the pot is fully boiling, the metal body is very hot. I would only fill the pot about 2/3 way from the bottom so there is no spillage while boiling. Great appliance for traveling I think, but most hotels have some kind of hot water available in Asia or US. I was thinking that this combined with the Aeropress, mini-Japanese grinder and yixing teapot with two small cups make great utility, but very bulky still.
1648012
It's best for 'lighter' items like cups and plates. I wouldn't recommend it for heavier pots and pans. It's looks smaller in person than in the pictures. If you have a lighter set of pots/pans it may work...but nothing like stew pots or cast iron. Other than that it's a nice little rack. We use it mostly for cups and plastics/Rubbermaid.
204070
I looked on the internet. I believe the Oneida pot can be used very safely. Bon Appetite
1374091
Thanks for asking about the Guzzling Giant towel. Yes, it is suitable for travel. It is much more compact when folded or rolled up than a regular towel, and it absorbs water instantly and easily.When laid out or hung to dry, it will dry faster than regular towels, too. I think it will serve your purpose quite well.Have a great trip!
597285
I've never taken it on a trip although I've been tempted. I did take mine to a potluck once and it wouldn't work after transit. I'm not sure why. I think it may work with travel if it was very thoroughly dried before being packed. I think I may have gotten water where it shouldn't be because it did work again after a couple days...I assume it dried out.
2152767
We have alot of parties and use it at least once a week for 6-8 hrs at a time so I think it would work fine commercially. I would buy the actual CrockPot version as this is the 2nd one they sent me. The feet constantly fall off making it teeter which is dangerous especially if children are around. Mine heats up fast and stays hot.
1999436
I would say yes to Soups, but I can't imagine using it for Macaroni. Even with soups you would want to be sure to wash it thoroughly so no grease was left on the sides to change the flavor of future water usage.I love this Hot Pot but only use it for boiling water.
2047682
If it's a smaller chicken--4 lbs or under, it would probably be ok. But, for chicken soup using a larger chicken with many vegetables I usually use the 8 or 12 quart stockpot. I love the pot you're referring to. It's superb for Italian sauce with meatballs & so many other wonderful meals. I wouldn't want to be without it. But, I think one of the stock pots would be better for chicken soup.
597281
I haven't taken it on a trip but I think it would work out very well! All you need is a jug of water and since it only takes 2 cups of water it is very easy to empty for traveling. I love my Hotshot and use it daily for coffee, tea ect. I would recommend it highly!
874357
I don't believe it would be advisable. You should the pot/crock that came with it. That said, you can prepare very small amounts, down to 1/2 cup of dry rice.