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maplemadness

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Sep 2, 2014
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Greetings All -

Neophyte here...

Just received a MES30, learning how to use it.

I grew up with an uncle who smoked lots of foods, and I used to be a pastry chef. Cooking is a blast, and this is just a new adventure for me to learn.  I am excited to see what craziness this will turn into (you should see me during canning season).  We also camp nearly every weekend, and I bring my large collection of Cast Iron to cook over the fire/coals.   

I know there is a ton of information shared here, and I am thanking everyone in advance.

First run, split chicken breasts w skin/bone (already brined, and setting out to rest) in the MES30 for dinner tonight. And yes, I have read about the skin issue and learned how to overcome it (the grill will be ready for the final touch).

Next run - top round (it has been in the freezer for a while), already has EVOO & SPOG, hope to fire that up tomorrow.   Yeah, I am expecting it to be tough, but it is often that way in the Dutch ovens over the fire/coals.

As my 15 year old son says (6'2, 245#, lean machine - plays HS rugby)... It is good to be fat, there is too much good food in life to be skinny and not enjoy it.

Have a Super Day, and may your wood always smoke!
 
Good morning and a big hello from East Texas. Welcome to the forum, lots of information and great people.

Gary S
 
ok, chicken is done. Came out pretty good.

Brine overnight, let it air dry this morning.

Did not season it with anything else, as I wanted to have a baseline to know how much smoke flavor was infused, so I can learn a good seasoning balance.

In the Smoker (MES30) @ 215 degrees, hickory chips. 1.5 hours it was at 150 internal, took it out and grilled to finish. Skin crisped but kinda "burned."  I think next time pull it at internal 160-165 before grill to crisp up.

Middle Son (it is good to be fat, because food is so good), said please make this again, maybe a bit more salt/pepper.

We are off to a great start. 

Thanks to everyone who posts here, as the information gave me a great start!

 
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