SNOW PEAK TREK 900 COOKSET

PRODUCT INFORMATION

The 2 Pieces

Manufacturer: Snow Peak
Year of Manufacture: 2004 (still in production)
Manufacturer's Website: http://www.snowpeak.com
MSRP: US $43.95
Listed Weight: 6.2 oz (175 g)
Measured Weight: 6 oz (170 g) with the mesh carrying case 5.5 oz (156 g) without the case
Measured Size: Main pot 4.75 in (12 cm) diameter and 4.25 in (11 cm) tall. Lid / fry pan 4.25 in (11 cm) diameter flat surface / 5 in (13 cm) rim and 1.5 in (4 cm) tall.
Other details: Titanium Pot with lid that can be used as small frying pan or bowl. 30 ounce (887 ml) capacity. Fits inside the Snow Peak Trek 1400 (per website but not tested) 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The cook set comes with three pieces. These are the main pot, a lid that can be used as a frying pan, and a mesh storage bag.

The main pot is 4.25 in (11 cm) tall and 4.75 in (12 cm) in diameter. It has a folded over upper lip, rounded bottom corners and 6 measurement markings indented into the side. The bottom, in the center, has the word "titanium" stamped into it. On the side, spaced a bit higher than center is spot welded a sleeve that allows two handles to rotate from flat against the pot out and together to form a handle. "Snowpeak" and their snowflake logo are stamped in the side of the sleeve.

The lid, which can be used as a frying pan, starts with a diameter just under that of the main pot but then flares out a bit to allow it to set securely over the main pot when it is upside down (lid mode). Overall it is 1.5 in (4 cm) tall. The lip of the fry pan is also folded over providing a sturdy and rounded edge. The pan also features a fold over handle with a clever little locking mechanism that keeps the handle sturdy. The handle wobbles a tiny bit but is still very secure in that it will not move more than the little wobbles. "Snowpeak" and the snowflake are etched into the handle while they are stamped along with the word "titanium" into the bottom of the pan.

The mesh carrying case is black with a drawstring and barrel lock. It is taller than the cook set requires and is a little tight around the flared edge of the lid while putting it into the bag. It has a little "snowpeak" and snowflake logo on the tag that is sewn into the bag.

Dandelion

First of all I love gathering the dandelion flowers – just the tops for fritters. They are easy to pick and so bright and cheery on a sunny day. Usually, I want to pick more than I need, just because the gathering is so fun. Do pick them in the sunshine when they are open, and when you have time to make the fritters right after gathering. Bring your basket of flowers inside, find a bowl, and mix together one egg and one cup of milk. Stir in a cup of flour and your fritter batter is ready to go. (If you like your fritters sweet you can add a little maple syrup or honey.) Now, prepare a skillet on the stove with gently warmed olive oil – keep it over medium heat. Take one of the flowers and hold it by the greens at the base of the flower petals. Dip the petals into the batter and twirl until the flower is covered. Drop it into the skillet, flower side down.Continue dipping and dropping flowers, checking the first ones every once in a while to see if they are brown. When they've lightly browned, flip them over and brown them on the other side. When they're brown on both sides remove them from the skillet and drain the excess oil on paper towel. For a sweet treat, drizzle them with maple syrup, honey, jam, or powdered sugar. For savory fritters try dipping in mustard or adding some savory herbs to the batter.