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    Oklahoma Joe Smoker Temperature

    Since I posted that inquiry about smoker temps, I realized what I was not doing and now the temps satay regulated better. Thanks to those who replied to help me out. I love the smoker and have turned out some really good Q.....
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    Sticky Wood Topic + Seasoning Wood Question

    Hi Dennis, Gary W0GDS. Types of wood to use for various meats. Depending upon how your equipment & you can maintain cooking temp. Beef can be prepared with any hardwood such as Hickory, Oak and even Maple. These woods can also be paired with fruit tree wood. Hardwoods are used to flavor...
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    Wood Supplier in Missouri

    Any of the fruit tree woods can be pared with a hardwood. If you will only have the meat for one meal time, one could use the fruit tree wood by itself. But if you plan to have some leftovers be sure to use some hardwood. Hickory Smoked Salmon can be smoked prior to preparing  a meal. Then...
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    15 Lb packer with Questions about my wood selection

    Sassafras could be used for Venison, Elk and other game meat as well as pork. I do not know if sassafras will do well on beef - never tried it. Usually if one will use a hardwood such as Hickory or Oak and pair it with a fruit tree wood you  may have a nice flavor. Sassafras is the basis for...
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    What kind of wood to use when smoking chicken? Any tips?

    I use hickory and cherry or apple. Using a hardwood with fruit tree wood will yield some good flavors. I use the hickory & cherry  when doing turkey on the water smoker! Be sure to prepare your rub to accomodate the two flavors. 
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    Why not Cedar ?

    Cedar Planks are best for placing salmon or other type fish on top of. Don't get the plank or shavings to burning as then they would release the "creosote or similar oil" that will foul the flavor. Regular Cedar  Shingle planks work well, but you can use the special marketed ones. Be sure to...
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    sassafras wood question

    BBQ Pittmasters All Stars show revealed use of sassafras on Venison, Elk and other game meat. It may even go well with Lamb. As for Alder wood it is best used with salmon and other type oily fish. Will have to get some fresh saltwater species in order to try it on King Mackeral, Ling Cod, and...
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    What's your occupation?

    I am trained as an insurance professional with thirty-five years of experience. My other duty is being a full-time PAPA to my wonderful grandchildren. Two I raise and two we babysit. Always priceless moments with them each day.
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    Oklahoma Joe Smoker Temperature

    I too have a temp problem in that I can get the temp up to 250 but it will not stay. I am wondering if this heat flow is due to the charcoal not being placed on the grill rack in the fire box thus reducing the air flow for heat. The meat items are getting a nice color but the center of...
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