Question for anyone willing to weigh in. Last time I made summer sausage, I lost a night of sleep because I forgot how long it can take......especially when putting 35 lb. in a smoker that probably shouldn't have that much in it at a time. I ended up finishing in a water bath after 14-16 hours.
Which leads me to my question, sausage turned out very good. I know the advantages of smoking for 2-5 hours and finishing in a water bath......time and a potential for a more consistent product (note I said potential, not guaranteed and this varies by each individual, smoker, etc.....some may be extremely consistent without it). So anyway, knowing the upside, what is the downside?
The one thing I can think of is that I enjoy thinking that I'm doing something the old fashioned way, however, I guess my propane smoker and Kamado Joe aren't really old fashioned, are they? Anyway, I'm open to any thoughts on the topic. Thanks for weighing in.
Which leads me to my question, sausage turned out very good. I know the advantages of smoking for 2-5 hours and finishing in a water bath......time and a potential for a more consistent product (note I said potential, not guaranteed and this varies by each individual, smoker, etc.....some may be extremely consistent without it). So anyway, knowing the upside, what is the downside?
The one thing I can think of is that I enjoy thinking that I'm doing something the old fashioned way, however, I guess my propane smoker and Kamado Joe aren't really old fashioned, are they? Anyway, I'm open to any thoughts on the topic. Thanks for weighing in.
