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BeerPalate

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New to me used Model 1
« on: August 13, 2017, 01:11:19 AM »
Got a good deal on a well kept model 1. Preseasoned bonus!

While I have owned a cheap offset, I really used it for grilling.  LazyQ speaks to me so now I'm ready to put in the "effort"

Picked up a brisket from Costco, $2.14/lb after coupon. Spent a little extra and went with a Smoke thermometer to balance things out.

Tomorrow morning the flat goes on first thing. Wish me luck. Cheers!
Erik in Southern California

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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #1 on: August 13, 2017, 07:19:51 AM »
Good luck and welcome aboard!! You will love your new smoker.
David from Roswell,GA. My tools currently include the SI #2 with an Auber, Grill Dome, Solaire 27", Holland Grill (Companion) & Weber (Smokey Joe). The Companion & SJ are primarily used for tailgating.

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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #2 on: August 13, 2017, 09:43:57 AM »
Everyone complains about the dryness of a flat. I have cooked many with my #2 from select on up. NEVER had a dry one. However, I brine & inject them (at the minimum, I brine). And, I never wrap. Now I get choice packers nearby for less than $3/lb. The flats are usually substantially more / lb. So, no more flats but I still brine & inject. Now, I usually have vacsealed chunks in the freezer when friends & family don't clean me out.
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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #3 on: August 13, 2017, 11:12:04 AM »
Welcome Erik from SE Arizona.
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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #4 on: August 13, 2017, 01:38:00 PM »
Welcome Erik, make sure you post some pictures.  I am doing a flat today.  Lots of great advice on this site!

Dale from NE Texas--USMC Retired--Living in Havre de Grace, Maryland.  SE#2 with Auber

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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #5 on: August 14, 2017, 12:18:24 AM »
Erik, where did you find the coupon for the brisket? Flyer in the mail? In-store? Online?
Kari from Madison WI "77 Square Miles Surrounded by Reality"
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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #6 on: August 14, 2017, 01:17:06 AM »
In store surprise! Just a straight 10 bucks off.

As for the results, passing grade but nothing spectacular.  Although a little dry, it was still tender and delicious. I obviously recognize it takes tweaks, practice, test, etc.
Erik in Southern California

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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #7 on: August 14, 2017, 01:20:42 AM »
However, I brine & inject them (at the minimum, I brine). And, I never wrap. Now I get choice packers nearby for less than $3/lb.

Thanks for the tips. I wrapped and made a few mistakes on trust and timing, but I definitely want to go the brine/no wrap route one of these days.
Erik in Southern California

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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #8 on: August 14, 2017, 10:42:51 PM »
That meat looks really lean.  I inject but am starting to think I may start larding the leaner portions. But hey, it's BBQ and that ain't bad!
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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #9 on: August 14, 2017, 11:01:00 PM »
Nice looking meal. :) It doesn't look that lean to me for flat. I see a nice layer of fat on the top, which is good. The beer looks tasty too!
Kari from Madison WI "77 Square Miles Surrounded by Reality"
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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #10 on: August 20, 2017, 09:27:02 AM »
Erik,
For you first brisket it looks good. Left over brisket also makes great tacos and I like to use it for my bbq pizzas.
Best Greg

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Re: New to me used Model 1
« Reply #11 on: August 20, 2017, 03:27:06 PM »
Hey Erik that looks great! I know I'd tear into it.  :P
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