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  1. frog1369

    WAYS TO WARM AN ICE CHEST?

    I've never tried it, haven't had the need, but I have a friend of mine who uses a heating pad, the kind you would use for your back.  He took the cloth cover off and puts it on the bottom of the cooler then the foil and towel wrapped meat on top of it.
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    first timer help

    Borto, I don't have that particular smoker but I do have a gas fired Smoke Vault cabinet. About the only thing that can cause a gas taste in your food is poor combustion but you already know that  because you mentioned checking the flame and only having slightly yellow tips.  I have only had the...
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    Smoker Temp for Baby Backs

    I'll add another example for ya to gander at ..........  Baby Backs slathered in a Molasses/Dijon Mustard mix (about 1/2c molasses, 1 Tbsp Dijon) Cover them thoroughly with Mad Hunky General Purpose Rub (www.madhunkymeats.com) Sprinkle with Brown Sugar Cooked at 225 until they met the crack...
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    Smoker Temp for Baby Backs

    Tumbleweed, The answer to all those questions is whatever you want to try ........ Nothing you mention will hurt your cook, just keep track of what you are doing so you can adjust it next time if you want.  For instance, spray with apple juice ........ try it every half hour if you want, next...
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    new and not sure

    Pure Soy can definitely be salty.......... here is a sauce we like at our house on a variety of things, gives it that "asian" taste.   1/2c hoisin sauce 2T sriracha 2T soy sauce 1T minced garlic 1T powder ginger 1T rice vinegar Goes real good with these ........ Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas...
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    why overnight?

    I personally think it makes no difference in the end as long as you leave it go long enough to get the rub "set" so it doesn't fall off.  The rub is there for the bark, it really doesn't penetrate into the meat much.  I put the rub on when it's convenient for me, whether that's one hour before...
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    What rub for ribs and pork butt?

    Mummel, another suggestion for you, keep it simple to start.  You can buy rubs just about anywhere, grocery, BBQ store, Home Depot, etc.  Just pick one, they're not all that different.  Some people use mustard or oil to make the rub stick, some use nothing, they just let it sit and absorb...
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    What rub for ribs and pork butt?

    My first suggestion is to buy Jeff's recipe, it's a good start for home made rub and helps support this site where we all share our information and support. My second suggestion is to check out Meathead's recipes on AmazingRibs.com. My third suggestion and the easiest fix of all is to check...
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    Is it possible to cook pork ribs and a butt at the same time?

    Coffee-Junkie pretty much has it covered.  I do exactly that all the time.  Butts on the night before, ribs on the next day.  As far as temps, not to worry too much.  Some guys go low and slow, like 220, others go fast and hot, probably up to 300. Anywhere in between will work for both cuts of...
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    Let's try to remember why we're here.

    Bear, I agree with you on not being able to name all the people here who have helped me out in one way or another to make me the cook I am today.  If I had to figure it all out experimenting on my own I would probably still be boiling ribs!   Your step by steps have allowed me to start with a...
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    Buy Cheap Buy Twice... or Maybe 4 Times?

    Kenafein, Like you I started with grills and tin foil bags.  I remember when I moved up to a stainless smoker box to put in the grill, I thought I was all that.  Then I decided I wanted a "real" smoker and did a bunch of research.  I didn't want to break the bank but also didn't want to buy...
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    So torn on grill/smoker choices! Need help!

    Hey Bwarbiany, Might want to look here to add to your confusion .........  But seriously, a ton of information here .......... http://amazingribs.com/BBQ_buyers_guide/top_10/index.html?utm_source=Top+10+Lists+Of+Best+Value+Grills+%26+Smokers&utm_campaign=Apr+8++2015&utm_medium=email
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    So torn on grill/smoker choices! Need help!

    Lots of guys have Traegers and really like them.  It's just that Traeger hasn't kept up as much as other vendors.  I looked at several pellet grills before I bought mine, all you need to do is feel the difference in build quality.  Kinda like Char-Broil and Weber, just raise the lid, kick the...
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    So torn on grill/smoker choices! Need help!

    I love my pellet cooker!  That's it, that's all I got! I've got a Weber Performer, Weber Genesis and a Smoke Vault cabinet that I love to play on, but my pellet cooker is my most common go-to for most foods.  It's super easy to use, low maintenance and cooks great food.  When I have time to...
  15. frog1369

    New guy, first smoker, any recommendations?

    Mummel, I'm with Chef Willie on this one as I have learned my lesson on this same thought several times in my lifetime.  Too many people try their hand at something with the wrong equipment for them and then give it up because they couldn't make it work.  All units will have a learning curve...
  16. frog1369

    Hello Everyone-looking for help deciding on a smoker

    Sooooo many options, electric, gas, wood, charcoal ........... I have a propane Smoke Vault 24, not as common as some of the other brands but it works very well for me.  It is heavier built then a lot of the mainstream $299 cabinet smokers and the only mod I've done to it was to drill a hole...
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    Sources for Thermapens

    I'm a Thermapen guy, too.  Do I need to be that fast?  Probably not, but an expensive steak can overcook awfully fast when searing at 650+ degrees.  Also, being able to probe multiple locations in a very short time is nice.  Like everything else in life, it's up to you to decide what you want or...
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    New and want to say hi. And have a Rec Tec question.

    Terry, have fun, that's what it's all about.  Those pics are old, I really do need to update them.  I thought what I cooked then was very good, I can't believe how much I've learned and how much better things are today.  It just takes time and like I said, just go slow and enjoy it, the rewards...
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