My first post to introduce myself.
Live in Minneapolis, MN metro area. Just the two of us to feed most of the time so I can't do as much smoking and cooking as I would like. The dog would love to help but I know better.
I had a Masterbuilt electric smoker for about 2yrs but it died.
My current smoker is an electric Smokin-it model 1. I should have gone with a model 2 for slightly larger inside. I like to put a pan in there to catch drippings to make for less cleanup. I use cast iron since you can't tell it has been smoked. But my pans don't fit so well. Otherwise I have been very happy with it. The inside is easy to clean.
It runs at a consistent temp. And since it is insulated doesn't need so much electricity.
Seals well so wood goes a long way, don't have to refill it.
Since I have a large pile of unfinished red oak flooring left from remodeling I use mostly that. All those little offcuts and ugly pieces have gone to good use. I have some other wood, scraps from woodworking projects (hickory, maple) to use also. Sister had a black cherry tree taken down so have some of that drying.
I'm also giving sausage making a try so we can have more of a variety of kinds as well as trying to cut the sodium and fat compared to commercial. Sweetie has some health issues that make this important.
I've been lurking for a while and appreciate the information as welll as the friendliness and cooperation of the group.
Live in Minneapolis, MN metro area. Just the two of us to feed most of the time so I can't do as much smoking and cooking as I would like. The dog would love to help but I know better.
I had a Masterbuilt electric smoker for about 2yrs but it died.
My current smoker is an electric Smokin-it model 1. I should have gone with a model 2 for slightly larger inside. I like to put a pan in there to catch drippings to make for less cleanup. I use cast iron since you can't tell it has been smoked. But my pans don't fit so well. Otherwise I have been very happy with it. The inside is easy to clean.
It runs at a consistent temp. And since it is insulated doesn't need so much electricity.
Seals well so wood goes a long way, don't have to refill it.
Since I have a large pile of unfinished red oak flooring left from remodeling I use mostly that. All those little offcuts and ugly pieces have gone to good use. I have some other wood, scraps from woodworking projects (hickory, maple) to use also. Sister had a black cherry tree taken down so have some of that drying.
I'm also giving sausage making a try so we can have more of a variety of kinds as well as trying to cut the sodium and fat compared to commercial. Sweetie has some health issues that make this important.
I've been lurking for a while and appreciate the information as welll as the friendliness and cooperation of the group.
