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  1. illini40

    Patty size for smash burgers?

    Thanks everyone! I’m thinking 4oz should be good. I like a double, but 4oz should be good for singles for the kids.
  2. illini40

    Patty size for smash burgers?

    Good afternoon How big of a patty do you recommend for smash burgers? 4 oz? Smaller? I would prefer to double patties up than have thicker (less classic smash burger).
  3. illini40

    Crispy bacon weave?

    Thanks everyone. I typically have always smoked at 225*. I’ll try upping to closer to 275*. What cook time should I estimate at 275*? I generally do 1lb sausage and 0.5lbs ground beef.
  4. illini40

    Crispy bacon weave?

    Hi everyone I am planning to smoke a bacon explosion (what I would generally call a bacon wrapped fatty). I have a average thickness bacon (not thick but). In the past, I struggled to get the bacon to crisp up. I feel like I saw somewhere a tip to cook the bacon in the oven for like 10 minutes...
  5. illini40

    Insulated Blanket on Pellet Cooker

    Morning everyone. I smoked a butt for 8 hours yesterday, with the Traeger set at 250*. It was on average between 60-70* F outside, with some wind (which is common where I live). The but my turned out great, and there were no real issues. HoWeber, it did feel like the temps were a bit less...
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    Insulated Blanket on Pellet Cooker

    Hello Are there any issue using an insulated blanket on a pellet cooker in warmer weather? I have a Traeger Pro 34 with the Traeger blanket. The weather is warming up now (around 70*). Thank you!
  7. illini40

    Rings and Chubs

    Nice! Looks great! What process did you follow? How does the sous vide fit into the process? I am a bit intimidated by trying my hand at sausage.
  8. illini40

    Pork Shortage?

    What are you seeing as availability from your distributor? Any other updates you can share? No butts or loins to be found near us. Bacon is hit and miss. I’m concerned about supply and prices come late summer and fall.
  9. illini40

    Vacuum Sealing Jars

    Hello I have a Foodsaver vacuum sealer, with the mason jar attachment. I have used this once for making pickles (using Al and Steve’s recipes). However - what other food/produce/etc can you use the vacuum seal on for jars? In the current environment, I’m curious how the vacuum sealing is or...
  10. illini40

    Homemade Mustard

    Thanks for sharing! Any other recipes or suggestions?
  11. illini40

    Homemade Mustard

    Hi everyone Does anyone have any suggestions or recipes on making your own mustard? I saw a YouTube video on a guy that made his own mustard, and it looked pretty cool. Not sure where to start.
  12. illini40

    Who roasts their own coffee on their BBQ or Grill?

    Unfortunately, the beans I ordered are still sitting in the cabinet. I just haven’t made the time to try roasting them. Still on my radar as something I need to do!
  13. illini40

    Venison snack sticks

    Sorry that I’m late to the party on these. Great job - those looks awesome! Curious - do these have a cure in them? I’m intrigued and trying to learn.
  14. illini40

    Bacon Jam

    Thank you for sharing. I can’t imagine having much leftover that would go past a week...this stuff was awesome. It was a hit at the NYE party last night.
  15. illini40

    Sweet heat bacon jam.

    Looks great, and thanks for sharing! You have inspired me to keep playing around with bacon jam...my latest new favorite thing.
  16. illini40

    Bacon Jam

    Thanks again, everyone, for the insight. Big thanks to @Steve H for sharing a recipe that I used as a base for mine. I made a batch this morning, using 2lbs of bacon. Wow - this stuff is good! Really addicting. I’m super happy with how it turned out. Question - I currently have it in a mason...
  17. illini40

    Bacon Jam

    Thanks everyone! Im planning on making some up in the morning. My plan is that this bacon jam will go on a board with some smoked cheese, smoked sausage, crackers, whipped cream cheese to spread and some candied jalapeños.
  18. illini40

    Appetizers that transport/keep well

    Thank you! For like the sausage balls, any suggestion on keeping them somewhat warm? Or were you suggesting a crock pot for those as well?
  19. illini40

    Appetizers that transport/keep well

    Good morning What are some great appetizers / finger foods / party foods that transport well and don’t have to be kept hot all the time? Im trying to plan some options for taking to a NYE party. It’s not a long drive by any means, but I would like to get your thoughts on things that don’t have...
  20. illini40

    Bacon Jam

    Good morning I’ve always wanted to try making bacon jam. I have searched but not coming up with much in regards to my questions. Hoping others have some input: 1) Besides burgers, how do you enjoy serving or eating it? I’m intrigued as a finger food / appetizer. Put it on a cracker of some...
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