Recent content by dearhawke
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Gathering gumbo
Okra is used as a thickener during the summer months when it is freshly grown. In the winter months they use File powder as a thickener (made from ground up sasafras leaves). Some use the file powder because okra is too slimy for them!!- dearhawke
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- Forum: Side Items
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Question: digital meat thermometer
Ted, I recently purchased one and so far am pleased with it. At slighly less than $100 it is expensive. The reading is quick at 3 to 5 seconds. I did the boiling water and freezing water test and so far, it was quite accurate. I did join their site and they, on occasion, send out emails...- dearhawke
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- Forum: Propane Smokers
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Vermont Castings VC3624GS Signature Series Smoker Info
I recently aquired a Vermont Castings VC3624GS Propane smoker. I am in the process of rebuilding it (Cleaning it mostly) and am wondering if anyone has used this model and brand. I know they no longer make them (and parts are impossible to get) but alot of it is stainless steel and I would...- dearhawke
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- Forum: Propane Smokers
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Smoked Pork Carnitas with photos
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Vent open or closed????
I am new to this group and new to smoking. So far I have smoked chicken halfs and St. Louis ribs. Both turned out well. My question is do you leave the vent open or closed? I know if you are trying to make jerky, etc you leave it open to dry out the product. But, I was under the impression...- dearhawke
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- Forum: Masterbuilt Electric Smoker (MES) Owners
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Looking forward to great smoking info!!!
Although I do alot of grilling, cooking, etc, I just purchased my first MES 30 smoker. I am from the north east along the coast and, so far, since I got my smoker, it has been hot an humid. My first attempt was chicken halfs which turned out great. Then on to St. Louis style ribs using the...
