how long should a 5 lb butt take @ 250 deg

jerseydrew

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• Feb 1, 2013

• #1

I usually do 225 but this time I would like to not spend 10 hours cooking

 

Last edited: Feb 1, 2013

jirodriguez

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• Feb 1, 2013

• #2

Your still looking at 8-10 hrs., each piece of meat is different, and it's all about internal temp.

I have had some finish up in 7 hrs., while others drag out to 12 hrs.

 

pgsmoker64

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• Feb 1, 2013

• #3

Drew, you might speed it up a little if you use the Texas Crutch!  Foil the butt at 165 with some juice and that should help it get through the stall a little quicker.

I'm a bark man myself and would rather spend the 10 hours than to foil and get weak bark.

Bill

 

jimalbert

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• Feb 1, 2013

• #4

I agree... If you pull it and throw it in a foil pan with some apple juice, cover it with foil and pull it when it hits 195, you will be in business.  Done be afraid to start it early and throw it in a cooler wrapped in towels when done... I didnt want to do it that way for a long time, but now I do it with ever butt smoke I do.  It will hold for numerous hours and still be plenty hot.

Jim
 

 

cliffcarter

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• Feb 1, 2013

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Cook it between 275°-285° and check the internal temp after 5 hours. IMHO cooking a 5lb butt at these temps it should be done between 6 and 7 hours. No foiling needed.

 

Last edited: Feb 1, 2013