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  1. bhcmz

    Bird done early in smoker

    Oh and skin was not too bad considering it all.128521128076127995
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    Bird done early in smoker

    Well strangely I re-probed the turkey and the temp. dropped 10 degrees and stayed constant...so I had s but more time than I what I initially was thinking I had. This isn't the first time this has happened. At any rate I did wrap and rest...for about 1/2 hour. Folks really liked the smoked...
  3. bhcmz

    Bird done early in smoker

    All turned out well. Appreciate the advise. 128077127995129411133674693112
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    Bird done early in smoker

    Looks like my Turkey is gonna be done a couple hours early. Any suggestions on how best to rest it until the gathering is ready to eat?
  5. bhcmz

    Brine for 2 Turkeys

    Thanks for the feedback...that all makes good sense.  My wife is also a "super-taster" and highly critical...tough critic I married...only makes me a better cook. I will be looking for fresh turkey's for sure!  
  6. bhcmz

    Brine for 2 Turkeys

  7. bhcmz

    Brine for 2 Turkeys

    I have a simple question. I'm going to be preparing 2 turkeys this year...one at approx 16 lbs. and one closer to 12 lbs. my question is should I double up on brine recipe or stick with the standard amount? I'll be putting the two birds in one cooler. My fear is if I double the brine...
  8. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    Couldn't agree more with you on all accounts. Heck, maybe I'll just leave the plywood long in front to catch those inevitable drippings. 128077127995
  9. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    It took 9 hrs to get IT to 185 F. Really was not planning on it taking that long, but now I know. Wanted to leave it in to get to 195, but due to plans had to take it out at 185. Had a "stall" at 155-160...took forever. Despite it all, it genuinely turned out awesome. The plywood is just...
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  13. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    Okay, made the mailbox mod to my MES today and picked up a nice quality 4.5 lb. brisket. This will be a first on both accounts for the mod and brisket. I'm guessing if I want to have the brisket "eat ready" by noon tomorrow...being that it's only 4.5 lbs. I should start smoking around 6:00...
  14. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    I typically get all of my meat at a local butchery http://www.butcherymeats.com/#qualityservice ....but at $12.99/lb. for brisket, don't think I'm gonna come swinging out of the gates paying that much for MY FIRST TRY AT SMOKING A BRISKET.  However, I am sold that High Quality Meats are worth...
  15. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    Awesome...thanks!
  16. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    Have not attempted a butt yet...typically tri tip, ribs, and whole chicken. I've read about tenting the AMNPS with tin foils to prevent extinguishing it from the drippings. Where do you place it in the smoker? Do you use water when smoking brisket or no water?
  17. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    I have a 30" MES. Have not decided on a packer or flat as of yet. Have zero experience in trimming, so a bit uneasy about how to go about that. Have you had experience with both? Preferences? Thanks for the heads up on the AMNPS!
  18. bhcmz

    First Brisket in the MES

    Hello Folks, Gonna give it a go...in about a week, but before embarking on my first Brisket, I would like to get some pointers from those that have and MES and have already had the experience.  Realizing every experience is a bit different, I surely don't expect play by play, but any pointers...
  19. bhcmz

    Southern Cali New Smoker Dude

    Hello All- Yup...finally dropped a couple 100 bills on a new MES.  Real anxious to get started putting the smoker to work!  Found out already I need to invest in an A-MAZE-N-PRODUCTS SMOKER before I do my first smoke.  Look forward to getting some good tips from this forum.  HAVE AN AWESOME AND...
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