Recent content by al_sfbay

I just got an Auber with a fixed probe.  So now I have a few questions.  After drilling the hole in the back and placing the probe, I ran the wire down the back as the newer plug (stereo jack) is bigger than the 5/16" hole, so the plug would not feed thru the back hole.  As a result I have a big...

Has anybody brined and then smoked 1" chops with bone in? I have just brined about 5"lbs of them and am trying to decide on a temp to smoke.  Should I smoke till IT is 145 or smoke cooler then grill? 

I made smoked meatloaf last PM.  I had the brilliant idea that if I wrapped it in caul fat it would hold it's shape.  Well, it is was bad idea.  It seems the caul fat seals the meat and as a result it took the bulk of the smoke and had that bitter smoke taste.  Otherwise it was great! 

Hi all, I'm a bit late on introducing myself but better late than never!  I just purchased my SI 2 after struggling with a Bradley.  I needed a bigger heating element (750 vs.500) and an insulated box as it can be a bit windy here.  I love to cook and smoke, I make my own sausages, cheese and...

I have smoke this before in my old smoker but this was the 1st time in my SI. IT was super good. I tend to cut the salmon into smaller pieces .25 to .5 lbs each as that seems to be a good serving size.  This also allows you to put the thicker ones on the top shelf. BRINE 1 C salt 1/2 white...

Who has a fixed probe out there?  I have a few questions as I am trying to decide to do that.  First off where did you place it and how?  Secondly do you know how much variation you have in the smoker?  I have a #2 and am considering a fixed probe, but would like to know more before making that...

I just got my # 2, wohoo!  Unfortunately the cart has a dent on the side and the inside of the smoker is rusty!  Has anybody else seen these?  I have tried to call Smokin It,  but no luck.  I left 2 messages but they haven't gotten back to me.  I was still able to assemble the cart, in spite...

Does anybody use this on their Smokin it?  I had it on my Bradley and hate to buy yet another PID.  I love the idea of  re_wiring like people do with the Auber but am wondering if would work the same.  There are 2 separate 110v plugs on these units.  Does anybody have 1st hand experience with...