Recent content by Sartori42

Hello Everyone, It's been a while since I've been here.  Unfortunately, due to some unplanned issues, my smoker has set unused for many months.  Now, as the weather here in Northern IL is getting nicer, it was time to get the smoker back out for some babyback ribs. I think I did everything...

My first attempt at Pulled Pork was an unqualified success.  The resulting meat was tender, juicy, and full of flavor.  It was the best thing I have made in my smoker so far.  Each thing I have smoked to date (ribs three times and a whole chicken), requires future modification.  This recipe...

I'm in the middle of my second smoke in my Model #2.  I have a ThermoWorks Smoke thermometer, with a probe in the middle of the smoker, just out of curiosity.  No probe in the baby backs, of course.  I understand the idea that the temperature will vary significantly, but it is my understanding...

I'm looking ahead to next weekend when I attempt my first chicken.  I plan to use a whole fryer (about 5 lbs), brined using DivotMaker's basic poultry brine (minus the orange juice this time), stuffed with mire poix, coated with rub, and smoked.  I have a few questions as I look ahead... 1.  It...

Good Morning Everyone. I’m getting mentally prepared for my first smoke, which will happen on Boxing Day (26 Dec).  I have picked baby back ribs for my first effort.  My new #2 will get seasoned on Christmas Day, and I will also prep the ribs and put them in the fridge to soak up the rub.  I’d...

Greeting From Frozen Chicago. Santa is getting me a smoker for Christmas.  :D I ordered my Model #2 last night after much research and hand-wringing.  Right after I ordered the smoker... Hey Look!  They have CABINETS!  Ordered one of those as well.  :D Mrs. Santa won't let me play with my...