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Cornish Hens Beer can style
LOL...well they're certainly long gone now. They turned out excellent. Took about 4 hrs. I think there are some pics posted earlier in this thread... -
Pork Chops
Sounds excellent Jim! I'll have to give that rub a try. I bet the celery seed gives a very unique flavor. -
Cornish Hens Beer can style
I must admit that I am getting more comfortable with it each time I smoke (and Yes! that is the fun part.) Another 30 yrs or so, and I should be an expert... 8) -
Cornish Hens Beer can style
The cornish hens turned out pretty good. They had excellent color, nice smoke penetration, and excellent flavor. Most of the meat was fall off the bone tender and very juicy. However, the breast was a tad dry, and seemed to be over cooked. I smoked them at about 225 for 4 hrs....probably a... -
8 hrs ............
That's an awesome looking chunk of meat Sean. How did you do it? -
Cornish Hens Beer can style
Ok....just threw the birds on the smoker. Wish me luck...I'll let ya'll know how it turns out. -
Pork Chops
I believe he is referring to the mop I used on Saturday. I made it with 3 parts apple juice and 1 part Black Velvet. -
From Florida
Hi Mike, welcome aboard! You picked a great place to share your knowledge, and to pick up a few tips. Everyone is really helpful, and the recipes are mouth-watering to say the least. -
Pork Chops
Actually, I didn't baste at all, but I wish I would have thought of using the Black Velvet/apple juice mix. (Still a newbie, so still trying to remember all the tricks! :? ) I did spray a little water just to keep the flames down. I rubbed it both sides with some of the rub I had leftover... -
Pork Chops
No marinade or brine this time, but that sounds like a great idea... -
Pork Chops
I had some left over rub, so I used it for grilled chops this evening. Very excellent... Started this at a high temp to seal in the juices, then cooked til done. The rub really made them special. I'll have to try smoking some chops one of these weekends... -
Cornish Hens Beer can style
:lol: Sounds like a recipe for a good time. Dinner will be around 7 on Sunday. I'll let Honey know we're having guests... -
Cornish Hens Beer can style
Sounds excellent. I'm really looking forward to it. I'm so happy to have found this forum because you are all teaching me so much! Does anyone have any other tips for me? I know I should brine because it's poultry. And I know I need to rub and mop, but should I put anything, inside the birds... -
Cornish Hens Beer can style
ahhhh...now I get it. Think I'll give that a try this weekend. I'll let you know how it turms out.
