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Yup, there are a few co's that stand behind their products. Had a very similar self induced 'concrete' issue and the customer support at MAK was very helpful in working with me to finally get the frozen auger/motor assembly removed (via a destructive method) and sending me a complete...
Update to my post back in '23. I've recently switched to Paprika 3. Was able to transfer all my macgourmet recipes (they aren't maintaining their app anymore) over without any trouble. Paprika does everything I need it to do including syncing between my computer and my phone.
Yup, the injection might put a kink in the food safety aspect depending on what was in the injection. Butts can be smoked at all sorts of temps but 12 hours at 180º then more at higher temps to get done ? Try running one at 250-275º next time.
Definitely look at Thermoworks. Signals unit works great and I used it a bunch until the RFX came out which is more expensive (depending on how many probes you need) but eliminates all the plugin probes.
This is yet another reason why a good reporting thermometer that works with your wifi is essential equipment. It will warn you via phone if the grate temps drops. At least you would have known and could have decided whether to come home early in order to resolve the problem. Never leave home or...
The Blend is a mixture of the three ingredients I almost always revert to when it comes to grilling steak or pork but instead of relying on someone else's ratios, I apply salt pepper and garlic individually.
Yup, it's what ever one likes that's most important. Believe the somewhat standard ration is 2 parts garlic to 1 part salt. Not sure about the pepper, but like you, I roll with the eyeballs on the pepper side.
Nope, I personally avoid the onion powder as I prefer what the original rub does to this great cut of meat. Obviously there are no hard rules, you can go with whatever rows your boat.