ArmyOfFive4God Posted April 11, 2014 Share Posted April 11, 2014 I know we've discussed this before, but I can't find it/them. Can you point me to the alternatives for canning stoves? We're headed into a home that has a glass flat top, so I need to figure out what I can can on instead of that. I have some alternatives in mind, but I wanted to read through to be sure. Quote Link to comment
Twilight Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 My DS bought a two burner "stove" that she hooked up to propane. She could sit it on a table but mostly set it on concrete blocks so she did not have to lift the jars or the canner . On her stove the lid of the canner was no more than waist high. She only used this outside as it was cooler to can out side and it did not heat up the house. Quote Link to comment
BigM Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 You can use a flat top to can but you run the risk of breaking the stove top. Could you replace the stove? Quote Link to comment
ArmyOfFive4God Posted April 12, 2014 Author Share Posted April 12, 2014 My DS bought a two burner "stove" that she hooked up to propane. She could sit it on a table but mostly set it on concrete blocks so she did not have to lift the jars or the canner . On her stove the lid of the canner was no more than waist high. She only used this outside as it was cooler to can out side and it did not heat up the house. Is it a camp stove do you know? I would love more info if you can get that! Quote Link to comment
Twilight Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 I have no idea where she bought it unless it could have been from Lehmans but I did not find it there It is 28-30 inches long maybe 12 inches high , has two big burners 5 inch < >, spaced at least 6 inches apart that sat down in the the deep metal wall of steel that surrounded the working parts.. They were cast iron -meant to last. I think the metal wall made it possible for good cooking without a breeze blowing out the flames. She left it outside year around had no cover on it when I saw it. Now I do not know if that was good for it but.... If I find more info will let you know.seems like I saw the instruction sheet for it Quote Link to comment
ArmyOfFive4God Posted April 12, 2014 Author Share Posted April 12, 2014 I found this from Northern Tool. It's listed as cast iron, around $120. Does this look at all like the one you're describing? I'll be able to use this in a well-ventilated yet enclosed space. http://www.northerntool.com/images/product/2000x2000/330/330977_2000x2000.jpg Here's a description of it- http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200408996_200408996 I definitely want something sturdy. We have a campstove. We also have a burner on our grill, but I am not gonna lug the darn thing into that building every time I want to can, LOL! Quote Link to comment
ArmyOfFive4God Posted April 12, 2014 Author Share Posted April 12, 2014 And Twilight- thank you SO much for your responses! Quote Link to comment
Mt_Rider Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 (edited) Here's another brand....tho I don't have experience with it. These are made for camping...patio....not indoors. Sportsman's Guide is a reputable company that I've dealt with many times. But....I would not buy anything in their own brand [Guide Gear] cuz it's too cheap and flimsy! They have other models. Cast iron is strong but brittle. Make sure you have a well made one especially if your canning pots are LARGE. http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/Buffalo-Tools-Double-Burner-Cast-Iron-Stove.aspx?a=724599 MtRider Good luck. Edited April 12, 2014 by Mt_Rider sheesh, forgot link Quote Link to comment
Twilight Posted April 12, 2014 Share Posted April 12, 2014 Those both look like made in China models and nothing like what she had. I try this description .. imagine an oval straight sided tub without the bottom, then 2 sturdy burners inside. I think there is a grill or something above the burners. When I go down next time I will try to get a picture of it and hopefully the name will be on it. Quote Link to comment
The WE2's Posted April 13, 2014 Share Posted April 13, 2014 My granny had a gas stove that set outside on her back patio (under a metal roof) that was hooked up to propane. She canned on that. I've already mentioned to MrWE2 that I want a cheapy gas stove (apartment size) to put outside if we find some land & put a cabin on it. Quote Link to comment
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