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  1. ej73

    Chicken Lollipops in Competition?

    So I did a run today on my first lollipops, shown below. The prep was a little tedious, snapping that last bone was annoying, but they did turn out looking decent. Everything was there, tasty, right ... except the crispy skin. It was still too soft. What tricks do you guys have for getting...
  2. Chicken Lollipops in Competition?

    Chicken Lollipops in Competition?

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  4. ej73

    Double Smoked Ham (Bear Style)

    Thanks for bumping this! Great method and idea! On Sunday, I'm going to do a blend of this recipe and this guy's: (http://howtobbqright.com/smokeaholidayham.html) I have a WSM, so I think I'll trim some fat, top rack it w/ the holes, go hickory and apple, and do the pineapple glaze and wrap.
  5. ej73

    Chicken Lollipops in Competition?

    Hey guys, I'm on the verge of entering my first competition where I'll be doing chicken. I've never been a big fan of thighs, so I wanted to try my hand at legs. What's your take on doing lollipop style legs for a competition? Was going to do the shallow butter pan, homemade bbq rub, Apple and...
  6. ej73

    A Brinkmann Fail Story

    The worst part was I invited a few people over - and I've built a solid reputation for smoking awesome tasting meats (always on the WSM). I spent the evening constantly apologizing for the dry pork, telling them to forget this meal ever happened, haha. But yeah - next smoker will probably be...
  7. A Brinkmann Fail Story

    A Brinkmann Fail Story

  8. ej73

    A Brinkmann Fail Story

    Tried this little project over the past couple weeks, and thought I'd share. I'm a dedicated WSM guy - but have always wanted an offset, you know, for that big party I'll have maybe every 2 years, lol. I was at the orange big box store, and I saw a Brinkmann mini-offset on the floor, marked...
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  10. ej73

    Love Everything About My WSM, But ...

    Yeah, I know what ya mean. I figure that out by seeing which one totally falls through, and which one barely fits. lol.
  11. ej73

    Love Everything About My WSM, But ...

    Yep - I have an 18.5". That sounds like a great solution. Definitely going to try that this weekend. Thanks!
  12. ej73

    Do You Brine Your BCC?

    Great feedback - thanks guys. I'm going to keep on brining and impressing the guests!
  13. ej73

    Do You Brine Your BCC?

    Hey guys I'm a big fan of smoking beer can chicken. I usually brine it in salty apple juice (with some herbs and such) for a few hours before rubbing and smoking it with cherry and hickory, sitting on half-a-can of light beer. I actually first witnessed doing it this way from M. Mixon. Am I...
  14. ej73

    Love Everything About My WSM, But ...

    Does anyone else have a top grate that barely fits? I've dropped my meat down into the smoker (once a brisket into the water pan) a few times, before I learned to be extra careful, while messing with the meat. Just a little nudge, and the grate slides off the supports.
  15. ej73

    Newbie from STL

    Thanks! Yeah, that sounds like a plan. Think I'd rather help a team first, let someone much more experienced lead.
  16. ej73

    Newbie from STL

    Thanks man! Yeah, now I've got the bug .. just need to assemble a team and find someone else who kinda knows what they're doing!
  17. ej73

    Which Kingsford charcoal is KBB/Kingsford Blue Bag?

    I actually asked someone from Kingsford about the new "Professional" bags today. He told me it's the same as the Kingsford Competition brand, just a new name and package. I'm a fan, as they do burn longer, hotter and cleaner than the regular Blue Bag. I bet they changed the name and look...
  18. ej73

    New WSM 22.5 – Needing Advice

    I own and use the 18.5 WSM a lot. Not 100% sure it's exactly how the 22" acts, but here's what I've experienced: it holds temps for an amazingly long time, while not burning through tons of fuel. When I'm done with a cook, I've let it go just to see how much longer - and usually I'm in bed...
  19. ej73

    Newbie from STL

    Hey guys, New member here from St. Louis. Been a grilling fan for many years, and 5 years ago when I finally had my own home and backyard, my hobby has finally begun to take off! Equipment: * Standard Weber Grill for the burgers, dogs, veggies and seafood * WSM - 18.5 incher - this is my...
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