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Pellet smoker?

not bad for a first try, the unwrapped ends of the pasta were a bit dry, I think more bacon is the solution.

I may precook the noodles first, then cut them in half and wrap with bacon next time.

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What is this magic?
 
I am loving my Traeger. I don’t think “smoker” is exactly accurate for what to call them. Pellet grill is more like it as the smoke is a little light. But I’ve found pellets that give a good flavor, much better than a gas grill. It’s a great grill that manages temperature very well. I’m still learning what I like and don’t like.

I have the 780 pro and it was built well with cleanliness in mind. It’s so easy to keep clean and get clean once dirty. It is my favorite way I’ve ever used to cook bacon. I’m OCD about messes and I can cook a whole pack of bacon on this thing and not have bacon grease splattered everywhere. Just a little pale full at the end.
Have you tried a smoke tube? I run 2 to get smoke.
 
Have you tried a smoke tube? I run 2 to get smoke.
Not yet but intend to. Racecar ing has been assholes and elbows lately, I barely spend enough time at home to sleep. This winter I anticipate spending some time learning the smoke.
 
Not yet but intend to. Racecar ing has been assholes and elbows lately, I barely spend enough time at home to sleep. This winter I anticipate spending some time learning the smoke.
Just Amazon the 2 pack to your house. They work well and cost 1/1000th of any part your ordering
 

pellet griddle and some new models announced. Good time to look at the used market as people upgrade.
That dual fire looks pretty sweet.

So does the griddle. Curious if it actually adds any smoke flavor to it. I was picturing a black stone powered by pellets. With the lid it might make some good flavor.
 
What is this magic?
Half hamburger, half sausage, bbq sauce, cheddar cheese and some rub stuffed into some big pasta and wrapped in bacon. Let them sit in the fridge overnight and smoked but I cant remember how long.

The ends were crunchy but the rest was pretty good. I think it would be better to cut the pasta in half and make sure it's all wrapped in Bacon to stop the crunchiness.
 
Cook the pasta, just not all the way, then fill, wrap, and smoke.
 
Specs? Haven’t tried a bird yet. That looks awesome.


just put a rub on it, crammed an onion and some butter on the inside, and let the smoker do it's thing at 225 until the insides were ~165.

edit: my only complaint is that the skin isn't crunchy - it's kinda rubbery/chewy. :homer: I didn't foil it or anything, just straight onto the grill. I don't know the best way to get crispy skin though (and nobody in my house eats it except me and the dog)
 
just put a rub on it, crammed an onion and some butter on the inside, and let the smoker do it's thing at 225 until the insides were ~165.

edit: my only complaint is that the skin isn't crunchy - it's kinda rubbery/chewy. :homer: I didn't foil it or anything, just straight onto the grill. I don't know the best way to get crispy skin though (and nobody in my house eats it except me and the dog)
if you've got one, air fryer for a couple minutes would definitely do it
 
just put a rub on it, crammed an onion and some butter on the inside, and let the smoker do it's thing at 225 until the insides were ~165.

edit: my only complaint is that the skin isn't crunchy - it's kinda rubbery/chewy. :homer: I didn't foil it or anything, just straight onto the grill. I don't know the best way to get crispy skin though (and nobody in my house eats it except me and the dog)
Pretty much impossible on a low and slow cook. That's why the best wing joints flash fry their smoked wings before serving.
 
Yep, I try to finish a smoked chicken at 375 for 30 min or so specifically to help the skin. It still won’t be totally crispy, but far better.
 
just put a rub on it, crammed an onion and some butter on the inside, and let the smoker do it's thing at 225 until the insides were ~165.

edit: my only complaint is that the skin isn't crunchy - it's kinda rubbery/chewy. :homer: I didn't foil it or anything, just straight onto the grill. I don't know the best way to get crispy skin though (and nobody in my house eats it except me and the dog)
I do mine the same way as you, 225 for however long it takes. When my bird reads 150-155ish I crank the smoker to 350. Usually by the time it gets up to temp the birds at 165 internal and the skins nice and crispy.

Sometimes I'll just leave the skin off. Cooks easier and you get more flavor into the meat. For things like chicken salad or making sandwich meat I actually prefer it that way
 
The blue line is the internal temperature of my pork butt. It climbed for a while and has been stuck at 160:ish degrees for a few of hours. My googling of stall basically describes it as the pork butt releasing juices at a rapid enough rate to keep the temperature constant instead of climbing.

most other things I cook on the smoker continue the climb in temperature at a linear rate or close to it. This went up for a while and has been flat for a long time.
 
The blue line is the internal temperature of my pork butt. It climbed for a while and has been stuck at 160:ish degrees for a few of hours. My googling of stall basically describes it as the pork butt releasing juices at a rapid enough rate to keep the temperature constant instead of climbing.

most other things I cook on the smoker continue the climb in temperature at a linear rate or close to it. This went up for a while and has been flat for a long time.
Okay, I understand now. I hope it climbs faster for you.
 
The blue line is the internal temperature of my pork butt. It climbed for a while and has been stuck at 160:ish degrees for a few of hours. My googling of stall basically describes it as the pork butt releasing juices at a rapid enough rate to keep the temperature constant instead of climbing.

most other things I cook on the smoker continue the climb in temperature at a linear rate or close to it. This went up for a while and has been flat for a long time.
Texas crutch. Do that and your product will cook faster. Get the foil out. everything I cook goes in a large pan with a cooing rack in it. add some liquid of your choice and when it stalls, cover it. It's evaporation and keeps the meat cool.
 
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