Super Bowl Menu

[Turducken]

Going to Costco tonight to pick up a Prime Brisket
(fyi... they're cheaper per lb for Prime than supermarkets charge for Choice ). Last one I got was 15 lbs.

Costco is where I go. You can't beat prime brisket (untrimmed) for about 3 bucks a pound. I got an 18 pounder, but I'll probably lose 3 lbs trimming it. I used to smoke brisket with a Texas offset smoker but my Dad gifted me a traeger last year and I haven't looked back. I put the brisket in before bedtime and let it go through night without having to worry about babysitting temperature. I can feed a dozen people for $50 with enough leftover for a batch of enchiladas. I made six smoked briskets in 2018. I'll make 8-10 this year.

 

[Selassie I]

Thanks!!

I used the BGE charcoal for my first brisket and it lasted fine for the long cook... when I cleaned it out later, there was a good amount left. I was worried about that (burning out) but this is one thing I have learned and feel better about.

I really wanted to replicate Frankin's method (if you don't know about him, he's probably the most respected pitmaster in Austin TX. His place is legend). His rub is as simple as can be - 50/50 S&P. Cook at 275 until internal hits 165, then wrap in butcher paper and cook until 203.

Like I said, I overcooked it a tad... I went fat side up and the bottom got a little too cooked (although I used a water pan). So, that's another thing I learned... going fat side down this time... at least into the early-to-mid part of the cook.

Different rub... stay with a water pan... use the temp probes... wrap after the stall... and take off at ~195. That's my game plan. This stuff is fascinating... really enjoying the challenge!

Thanks for the info!

The BGE charcoal is what I use when I can't get FoGo... it is all I used to use before the FoGo discovery. BGE charcoal is better than everything else though... it's just adds a little too much smoke compared to the FoGo.

 

[LesBaker]

street taco

That's the right move IMO.

I for sure will be watching this game with my wife only.

I do not need any outside distractions or talk.

I will probably be watching by myself at home. Though I may go to a nearby sports bar that is locally owned and has fantastic wings.

 

[CGI_Ram]

I think I’ve settled in on my plans...

Chili cheese crockpot dip
ActiFry wings w/Sweet Baby Rays brown sugar
Brisket
Homemade sausages from local meat shop
And some veggie dip

There might be a beer or two laying around as well...

 

[EastRam]

The price of steak at a grocery store it NUTS!

You can go sit at a restaurant and have them cooks for ya with all the fixins cheaper!

Crazy I tell ya.

 

[Ramlock]

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Thanks!!

I used the BGE charcoal for my first brisket and it lasted fine for the long cook... when I cleaned it out later, there was a good amount left. I was worried about that (burning out) but this is one thing I have learned and feel better about.

I really wanted to replicate Frankin's method (if you don't know about him, he's probably the most respected pitmaster in Austin TX. His place is legend). His rub is as simple as can be - 50/50 S&P. Cook at 275 until internal hits 165, then wrap in butcher paper and cook until 203.

Like I said, I overcooked it a tad... I went fat side up and the bottom got a little too cooked (although I used a water pan). So, that's another thing I learned... going fat side down this time... at least into the early-to-mid part of the cook.

Different rub... stay with a water pan... use the temp probes... wrap after the stall... and take off at ~195. That's my game plan. This stuff is fascinating... really enjoying the challenge!

Thanks for the info!

@Rmfnlt and @Selassie I, great stuff!

I use some B&B lump charcoal from out of Texas...closer to me.

https://www.bbcharcoal.com/product-category/lump-charcoal/

Lump is King!

 

[A.J. Hicks]

Got all the ingredients for my Al Pastor tacos.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZJIzEeqAFw

 

[VeteranRamFan]

My daughter brought these over today. I raised her right!

 

[LesBaker]

You can go sit at a restaurant and have them cooks for ya with all the fixins cheaper!

What restaurant are you eating steak at..........yikes.

Got all the ingredients for my Al Pastor tacos.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZJIzEeqAFw

@A.J. Hicks WOW, that looks delicious. I'm going to try a variation of that. How much does the pineapple flavor get into the meat. I wouldn't mind a bit but not a lot.

@Selassie I would be sticking Ghost Peppers between each slice before cooking hahaha!

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My daughter brought these over today. I raised her right!

Are those Ramen Noodles up front, or bar soap?

That's a nice touch by her for her father. When kids do things like that for parents it's got to feel good for both the parents and the child.

 

[Dodgersrf]

How much does the pineapple flavor get into the meat. I wouldn't mind a bit but not a lot.

Not much at all.
Its hidden way behind the chilis and spices. Its barely noticeable. Its sweetness also helps balance the bitterness of the achiote paste.
Pineapple juice is a great meat tenderizer on tough cuts.

 

[coconut]

Lump is King!

For what I do I'm not sold on lump charcoal. So after the Rams win this Super Bowl and all the celebrating has run its course and our batteries are recharged we need a thread about charcoal preference. Lump vs. Briquettes!

 

[LesBaker]

Not much at all.
Its hidden way behind the chilis and spices. Its barely noticeable. Its sweetness also helps balance the bitterness of the achiote paste.
Pineapple juice is a great meat tenderizer on tough cuts.

Cool and thanks.

I knew I couldn't rely on @A.J. Hicks to properly answer I'm not sure why I even bothered to ask.

 

[LesBaker]

Lump vs. Briquettes!

Warner vs. Bulger!

TGurley vs. CJAnderson!

Lemon Creme vs. Lemon Jelly!

When will this divisive climate cease? Is there no end in sight?

 

[coconut]

Warner vs. Bulger!

TGurley vs. CJAnderson!

Lemon Creme vs. Lemon Jelly!

When will this divisive climate cease? Is there no end in sight?

Yes no end in sight. Our very beginning is divisive-

man vs. ape
male vs. female

and on it goes.

 

[Adi]

Was gonna keep it simple with a few small dips and a taco dip but the girlfriend convinced me to go all out for the bowl

Smoking a rack of baby back ribs , just put the rub on and they look amazing

Pulled chicken sandwhich, easy to make and have been great all year

Crock pot mac and cheese

She is contributing jello shots and blue moon so I'm ready !!

 

[Dodgersrf]

Cool and thanks.

I knew I couldn't rely on @A.J. Hicks to properly answer I'm not sure why I even bothered to ask.

Lol.
Well it's been raining all day here in so cal and I have nothing better to do than hang out in here

 

[Mojo Ram]

Sup

 

[A.J. Hicks]

Cool and thanks.

I knew I couldn't rely on @A.J. Hicks to properly answer I'm not sure why I even bothered to ask.

I certainly couldn't have answered to his expertise.

I made up the marinade tonight. The taste was terrific. Pineapple flavor is not strong at all. Like was said it's a good balance of the flavors.

As too pineapple juice as a tenderizer I'll have to remember that one.

 

[LesBaker]

I certainly couldn't have answered to his expertise.

I made up the marinade tonight. The taste was terrific. Pineapple flavor is not strong at all. Like was said it's a good balance of the flavors.

As too pineapple juice as a tenderizer I'll have to remember that one.

yaknow I was kidding with ya right

 

[VeteranRamFan]

Are those Ramen Noodles up front, or bar soap?

That's a nice touch by her for her father. When kids do things like that for parents it's got to feel good for both the parents and the child.[/QUOTE]


HA! I guess they do look a little funny.

It sure did make me feel good and yes, she was proud of herself too. When my girls were little, I would take them to Anaheim stadium for the games and all those special events for season ticket holders. They got to meet the players, got their autographs on some T shirts, pictures taken and all. Fun times. It's amazing how much I did for them and included them in just about everything I did, except for fishing. They didn't like fishing so I had that to myself.