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  1. mfreel

    SMF Cookbook

    I think it's a great idea, but rather than input the content into a publishable document, I think I'd benefit more by having a database or page added to SMF for just recipes by type (beef, pork, desserts, etc.).  That way, I could scroll through the list of recipes, a lot like your Table of...
  2. mfreel

    Boring. Just some more bacon

    Dave, it's a pre-mix from a vendor.  I add about a cup of the cure mix per chunk of belly.  I know you'll ask about the details, so I'll just send you a link so you can check it out.  I'm not sure how it works, but it's awesome.  I use this mix on turkeys, too.
  3. Boring.  Just some more bacon

    Boring. Just some more bacon

  4. mfreel

    Boring. Just some more bacon

    But I can't get over how the quality of homemade bacon is just so much better than store-bought. I dry cured this belly (skin off) using a maple sugar cure from a local vendor.  PM me if you want the link.  I cut it in half to fit them both in a 2 gallon ziploc bag.  Total cure time was 8...
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  6. mfreel

    Wood to use for Boston Butt and whole Briskey on 22.5 WSM

    Both at the same time?  Hickory.
  7. mfreel

    question about "large pork back ribs"

    Here's a pic.   I have a video of butchering spare ribs for St. Louis style ribs, which might be what they're talking about.  Let me know if you want to see it and I'll PM you.
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    question about "large pork back ribs"

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  10. mfreel

    Eyes and Thighs in Pictures

    Pretty WORTHLESS POST if you don't tell us what the dessert is....with the recipe!!!!!
  11. mfreel

    Bone in butt fell apart

    Bark! Bark!
  12. mfreel

    News letter smoked corned beef question?

    Usually you'll put that little packet of spice in with the roast in your roaster, crock pot, etc.  Personally, I add an extra heaping tablespoon of corning spices, depending on how big the container is.  Once the roast is about done, add in the cabbage that you've quartered.  Hint:  Don't core...
  13. mfreel

    Dehydrating venison

    I use HiMountain jerky mixes.  I'll let mine go overnight in plastic bags then start smoking the next morning.  I like HiMountain because I can sprinkle it on as much meat as I like.
  14. mfreel

    Dehydrating venison

    IMHO, there's no better deer jerky, or any jerky, than what gets smoked in my smoker.  I do 180 for a few hours until it reaches the TEXTURE, not temperature, I'm looking for.  The smoke flavor just doesn't get any better. Sounds like you might like yours a little thicker.  I encourage you to...
  15. Dehydrating venison

    Dehydrating venison

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  17. mfreel

    Corned beef smoking help

    Timely thread.
  18. mfreel

    How to get A-MAZE-N-PELLET-SMOKER to work as advertised???

    The idea is that if you use the AMNPS, you don't need to keep loading your chips every 20-30 minutes.  It gives you constant smoke. It's a convenience thing. Removing the chip tray allows for more air flow so the AMNPS keeps smoking. I personally don't see any point in doing both, but it's not...
  19. mfreel

    How to get A-MAZE-N-PELLET-SMOKER to work as advertised???

    I don't agree with letting it burn for 20 minutes.  That would burn most of the first row!  5 minutes is all I let it burn before I blow it out and put it on the bottom of the smoker.  I also (respectfully) disagree with putting it on the next shelf up.  If you microwave the pellets, remove the...
  20. mfreel

    Corned beef smoking help

    Smoke to an internal temp of 200, just like you would a butt or brisket.  Personally, I don't soak the store bought or homemade corned beefs. Coat the corned beef with mustard and then your spices. In a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, coarsely grind: 4 tablespoons whole black pepper (you...
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