New guy from Michigan.

[m-urse77]

Hi everyone! As my profile name indicates, I am a nurse from Muskegon, MI and a father of 2.  I am days away from purchasing a MES 40" from Sams Club.  I have already purchased the AMNPS after reading the great reviews.  My stepfather has had 2 MES smokers and loves them.  I was fortunate enough to come across this website while reviewing and looking for my first smoker.  All though I have been interested in smoking for years, this will be a new adventure me.  I appreciate reading all the great posts and comments on this forum.  I look forward to being a part of this community!  Does anyone have any suggests for my first smoke?

 

[jwbtulsa]

Greetings from Tulsa! I too work as an RN; mostly trauma. Got my first smoker this summer. SMF has been a great resource for me. Friendly folk who like to share their knowledge (or lack thereof). They have taught me way more than I expected. Great recipes too.

I recommend smoking a Boston Butt as your first piece. It's hard to screw up. Make some pulled pork. Sandwiches, tacos, whatever. Sometimes we will save a chunk and then cut it up for stir fry. Lots of options with this one. Good luck and welcome.



Still learning

 

[m-urse77]

Thanks for the suggestion!  I work ER/trauma as well.  My wife and I did traveling for a while and have finally settled down.  I now have the time to start  some smoking!  I was leaning toward the Boston Butt or a pork tenderloin.  4 more days of work and then I am going to unleash the beast!
 

 

[jrod62]

Welcome to SMF :welcome1:

 

[s2k9k]

to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, we have over 40,000 members and over 800,000 posts so you should be able to find almost anything you want to know. Remember the search bar at the top can be your best friend for finding answers fast!

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!

 

[big lew bbq]

Welcome,

I have seen a lot more people join from Michigan!

Big Lew BBQ

 

[schmedleyp]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[scarbelly]

Hello and 

to SMF - glad you joined us