Just starting out and have a few ???

[schultzy]

Well Ive been working all winter long on welding up a smoker. Its made out of a 225 gallon boiler. It has a 100 lb propane bottle welded perpendicular along the back which is used for the smoke box. It rides on a trailer and is looking pretty good. I have been experimenting all spring long and have been trying several different meats and techniques. If I can figure out how to post a pic I would love for you all to check it out. But anyways I have went a step further and enetred a local rib contest in 3 weeks. Getting kind of nervous. One quick question I have about smoking ribs is do any of you guys wrap your ribs in foil after a few hours to help speed the cooking and keep them tender? I have read of different techniques and was just curious to wjat you do. I have 3 weeks to practice and would love to hear from anyone and everyone. Thanks in advance.

 

[wvsmokeman]

Welcome to the SMF Schultzy! Here is the link to the 3-2-1 method for ribs. http://www.wyntk.us/food/3-2-1-rib-method.shtml
There are a lot of great folks here to learn from. Good luck in the contest and keep us posted!

 

[hhersh]

Welcome Schultzy..........all your "Q" questions can be answered here.........

 

[jts70]

The 3-2-1 method worksd really well. I think that you will find it is the way to go.

 

[shellbellc]

Welcome! You have to get those pictures put up! There is a practice picture forum so you can make your attempts there. 3-2-1, definitely practice it though!

 

[deejaydebi]

Welcome Schultzy -

I always wrap after about 2-3 hours or so, keep em moist and tender. Pull them out for the last hour and get them basted and firmed up.

 

[billyq]

Ditto what Debi says.

 

[squeezy]

Welcome and yes the 3-2-1 method works!