Back 40 from Texas

[back 40]

Hi, my Back 40 moniker comes from me growing up on a Texas cotton and milo farm.  The back 40 acres meant the 40 on the back side of a farm.  I'm new to smoking meat, dumber than dirt, green behind the ears and etc.  My friends call me "Boyd" (my name).  I'm a geezer who decided to buy a WSM (18 1/2) and learn how to cook low and slow after watching several  TV episodes of BBQ Pitmasters.  I seasoned the WSM as recommended before doing any meat.  First cook was spareribs, 3 big racks, wife liked them but I think I'll do better next time (over done).  Second cook was port butt, about a 7 pounder.  That is a long cook, had to add charcoal 3 or 4 times, turned out ok but I already know how to improve that as well.  Next up is (today) a whole chicken.  Then I'll do a 7 lb. briskut.  I've put myself on a steep learning curve because I want to enter some local competitions, one at the end of August and one in November.

 

[s2k9k]

Hi Boyd! 

 [color= rgb(24, 24, 24)]to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, there's lot's of great people here who love to share and help each other out![/color]

Would you do us a favor and update your profile to include your location, Thanks!

You might want to check out Jeff's Free 5 day E-course, it will teach you all the basics and a whole lot more: http://www.smoking-meat.com/smoking-basics-ecourse.html

 

[bar-b-que blues]

to SMF!

 

[scarbelly]

Hello Boyd and 

to SMF - glad you joined us

 

[smokinhusker]

Hello and welcome to SMF! Sounds like you are learning fast from any pitfalls you may have encountered. Good luck with the comps and keep us posted!

 

[hoity toit]

[h2]Good to have you join us. As you browse around the Forum think you will find the information and "secrets" of some of the best smoking chefs (amateur and professional),lots of great recipes, and just good ol plain folks who you feel like you have known all your life. Everyone likes to see the pictures and the play by play !   If you are looking for advice or criticism, just ask....everyone here is here to enjoy their passion for smoking and cooking and making new friends.[/h2]