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  1. mama's smoke

    Beef Back ribs in the MES

    Ribs look great.  I'm guessing you kept smoker temp around 225?????  Doing some this weekend, if rain in Austin holds off 'til Sunday.
  2. mama's smoke

    First smoking weekend for me. Any advice?

    Step 1. Ice down the beer. Step 2. After your butt, sorry, the pork butt sits in the refrigerator over night, allow it to come to room temp. Step 3. Heat up the smoker.  You didn't mention what kind of smoker you are using.  I have a MES and take it to 275.  It makes it easier to bring it back...
  3. mama's smoke

    rib's

    For BB on a MES I do a 2-1-1 method at 225.  After the last hour, I cut them into manageable pieces, dunk them in sauce (I prefer that to brushing on the sauce) and sear them on the grill to carmelize the sauce.  
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    proper temp and smoke times for babyback ribs.

    My family prefers Babies.  I wait until they're on sale for $2.99 or lower, then I stock up.  I do more of a 2-1-1 method at 225.  After the last hour, I cut them into manageable pieces, dunk them in sauce (I prefer that to brushing on the suace.) and put them on the grill to caramelize the...
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    "Masterbuilt upgrade kit " inspired Mod with q-view

    Great idea.  I just received a replacement unit from Customer Service to replace the one I had for less than 7 months, before it died.  The new unit has the smaller wood chip holder.  I've seen the Retro Fit replacements on the video of the Masterbuilt website.  I'm thinking I might be able to...
  6. mama's smoke

    Tribute to RonP

    Erain, Your tribute was perfect.  I had stepped away from the site for awhile: family visiting, school year starting, and MES quitting.  I received my replacement MES (BTW the Masterbuilt Customer Service is great) and returned to SMF for ideas.  I was stunned and saddened to learn of Ron's...
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    lack of smoke upgrade kit

    I assume the Retro-Fit works for my 20070910 model.  I just received one as a replacement for the 20070106 that "died"  after less than 7 months.  I did notice the smaller wood chip holder, and I'm hoping lack of smoke won't be an issue.  So, will the Retro-Fit work for mine?
  8. mama's smoke

    Finally made good ribs

    These look great.  I am guessing they are St. Louis cut spares?????
  9. mama's smoke

    How accurate is the built in MES meat probe?

    My misunderstanding.  Sadly, mine is also an older model and does not have the "meat probe" I've seen on newer models.  I would still rely on my trusty Maverick ET-73.
  10. mama's smoke

    Ribs first attempt

    I'm smoking ribs this weekend and will definitely follow your tater recipe.  Trimmings from the spareribs will be used in beans later in the week.
  11. mama's smoke

    How accurate is the built in MES meat probe?

    It depends how loaded I have the MES.  The amount of liquid in the water pan can also make a difference.  I use a Maverick ET-73 with the dual probe.   
  12. mama's smoke

    Ribs first attempt

    I don't know...........maybe you better do it all again and send some down to Texas.     How'd you do the Taters?  It all looks deeeeelish.
  13. mama's smoke

    thermometer help

    So I'm guess the flat reaches temp first?
  14. mama's smoke

    How to test and clean ET-73 probes?

    I clean the probes by giving them a good rub with antibacterial wipes.  Those that have a scrubbing side are best.  I put shrink tube on mine right after I got it.  It should go over the probe (from the wire) only about an inch.  I never put them in water.  
  15. mama's smoke

    Brisket fat up or down?

    I'll be smoking a 10 lb brisket for a family gathering next Tuesday on my MES.  Should I smoke fat side up or down?  Should I score the fat before the rub?
  16. mama's smoke

    Brand spankin new to the forum and smoking

    Welcome to SMF.  You're going to love it hear.  I do have a caution for you   Smoking is an addiction.
  17. mama's smoke

    Brand spankin new to the forum and smoking

    I agree. This is all GREAT advise for beginners.  
  18. mama's smoke

    Brand spankin new to the forum and smoking

    I love my MES for the following reasons: Easy and clean to set up and get going. Easy to control temps. Easy to QUICKLY adjust smoke. Easy to clean. Don't burnt little fingers, or noses from sniffing animals (incl. spouses and friends). Set up without danger on my wooden deck. Doesn't...
  19. mama's smoke

    source for maverick et-73?

    I bought my from Amazon.com.  It was the best price I could fine.  I have had to replace the smoker probe once and the food probe once.  Maverick sent me replacements free, without me having to return them, and without charging S&H.
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    Why do so many people here use the MES?

    Doesn't take up a lot of room. I can use it on my wooden deck. Doesn't burn little fingers or sniffing animals (including spouses). Inexpensive to operate. Easy to set up prior to smoking. Easy to use and monitor/adjust temps. Easy to clean. Easy to modify....if you choose. Clean to use...
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