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It may have come with directions but if not, wash the cooking racks with soap and water to remove any residue, Then spray/wipe the racks and the inside of the cooking chamber with vegetable oil. (like a can of Pam). Build a medium size fire in the firebox and let it burn for several hours...
Welcome Steve. Glad to have you with us! What kind of smoker did you get? Be sure to season it on Saturday. This will also get you used to how to control temps. Probably start with chicken for a first cook. Maybe leg quarters or a whole spatchcocked bird. Feel free to bring on the questions...
Cornish hens look great! Brine the turkey breasts as you did the hens. Smoke to 160 IT then let them rest under foil about 15-20 mins. Should be well done and juicy. Remember to take pics!
Mike
Pork shoulder should do well with hickory. Really depends on the flavors you like and how strong a smoke flavor you want. I prefer pecan for pork, but there are no rules. Try different woods to see which you like best!
Mike
Haven't smoked any ribs lately and decided it was time. Pulled a large rack out of the freezer yesterday to thaw. I believe this rack is from a wild pig killed at the deer camp this past season.
Cut in half
and then rubbed
And in the smoker
Temp set at 240 and using pecan...
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