I am anxiously awaiting an opportunity to do some winter camping. That being said, I have been immersed in domestic life for the past month and a half.
One of the reasons, (actually two of the reasons) I have been cooking, and baking to share on YouTube is because of the Holiday season! American Thanksgiving, 3 Birthdays in my family, and Christmas with associated parties. The second reason, is that I make a lot of soup, stews, and other, “freezable” food to take camping.
Why do I freeze homemade food? well, in short … I don’t usually eat at restaurants. I am Diabetic, and have a Thyroid disorder, (Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis or “lymphocytic thyroiditis”) which makes it difficult to eat certain foods. I also travel with my Dog, “Taylor.” Keep reading for more…
Taylor is a Redtick, (or American English Coonhound). In cool weather, he can be left happily in my Van to entertain himself with a chew toy or to sleep. He is a hound. Hounds are usually 100% , “ON” or 98% , “OFF.” I am honored to be accompanied by a gregarious companion! He loves everyone. If he doesn’t like you, there’s a problem. He is also a vocal watchdog! There have been at least 2 occasions where he has backed people away. Being a, “old gal,” I wouldn’t think of being without one of my dogs. The presence of a pet isn’t without challenges … read on?
On a cold, or rainy night, it isn’t convenient to have a companion who doesn’t understand why they can’t go outside. Now! This minute! Without fail! So, outside we go after a lot of grumbling on my part – especially after driving for 15 hours straight with the belief that having pulled over to a sort-of-safe spot for a few hours of sleep, I could. Of course the first thing I did after turning off the ignition to the vehicle was to feed, walk, and provide a fresh bowl of water to my buddy. Did I already say, “100% on 98% off ?” Yup, he slept while I drove…
I would never consider leaving him alone while at a big-box store, grocery store, (except gas-station convenience stores or, “country general stores”) because of seasonal issues, (hot or freezing weather) or the biggest issue of Theft. People can be cruel, taunting pets or stealing them.
SO I cook most of my food in advance and put it in my Van’s Freezer/Refrigerator! Yup, I have one of those 🙂