Can you hang sheep casings?

[johnnyb54]

I really don’t like collagen casings on my snack sticks. I’ve tried numerous ways to make them and a few different sources to buy the casings but I just don’t like the final product. I decided that next time I make my sticks I’m using sheep casings. I know their a pain in the arse but I use them all the time for my breakfast links and I’ve had learned over time how to handle them. My question is can sheep casings be hung on a rod while smoking or should they just lay on the rack so they don’t break. Thanks!

 

[crazzycajun]

Haven’t tried sheep but would think the rack is the way to go one split and it would be ugly. Maybe we’ll both learn something

 

[SmokinAl]

I use them for hot dogs & hang them on rods without any problems.
Al

 

[R Blum]

Hang mine all the time with no problems.

 

[johnnyb54]

Thanks everyone!

 

[LanceR]

I'm have hung them in links and ropes for years. Why do you say they are a pain? I find collagen casings far more prone to issues that sheep or hog casings.


Lance

 

[johnnyb54]

I'm have hung them in links and ropes for years. Why do you say they are a pain? I find collagen casings far more prone to issues that sheep or hog casings.


Lance

I only meant they are a pain to stuff compared to hog casings. Once I get the sheep casings nice and pliable and loaded onto my 3/8" ID (1/2" OD) tube all is good.

 

[LanceR]

I use Syracuse Casings sheep and hog casings. Just rinse off the salt, soak in lukewarm water for ten minutes and stuff away....


Lance