Ewker and Smiley,

I realize I left out something that may have some significance. I use a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil under the stove, partly to protect the surface below and partly to reflect heat up to the pan. It's cut to fit flat into the bottom of the pan for carrying.

I've never tested to be sure, but I think it helps since my boil times seem to run a little shorter (about a minute to a minute and a half) less than what I see quoted here.

I've never had trouble lighting it, I've even used it as a fire starter in some pretty nasty cold, wet, windy weather. Just be careful how you hold it so you don't burn your fingers.

best, jcp