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NochNoch said:
We've done the mayo and sour cream version at my house (my preference) however have also done a version where you keep the sour cream but substitute Greek yogurt for the mayo and my wife actually prefers that version. Both are really good but the yogurt version can be a good sub if you have anyone who isn't a big mayo fan.
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Dreaded self bump but just wanted to throw this back into the discussion bc of the anti mayo family members I've seen mentioned.
 
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Finally got the time to put this together... while waiting for delivery of the grill I put together a small pad and constructed a chefs table (of sorts)... will cap the table top with granite tiles (soon). And use the inside for storage.

Will light off the pellet grill tomorrow to season it and then try something like a roast or ribs to see how it operates.

RecTec... fit and finish is outstanding and that is a level above other types that I have been looking at.

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NEVolFan said:
Finally got the time to put this together... while waiting for delivery of the grill I put together a small pad and constructed a chefs table (of sorts)... will cap the table top with granite tiles (soon). And use the inside for storage.

Will light off the pellet grill tomorrow to season it and then try something like a roast or ribs to see how it operates.

RecTec... fit and finish is outstanding and that is a level above other types that I have been looking at.

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Those are some fine looking smokers. When my offset smoker wears out I'll probably try one. My only concern is it takes the fun out of a full day of fire management.
 
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NEVolFan said:
Finally got the time to put this together... while waiting for delivery of the grill I put together a small pad and constructed a chefs table (of sorts)... will cap the table top with granite tiles (soon). And use the inside for storage.

Will light off the pellet grill tomorrow to season it and then try something like a roast or ribs to see how it operates.

RecTec... fit and finish is outstanding and that is a level above other types that I have been looking at.

aBxU9O5.jpg
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I've heard nothing but good things about that grill. You've got a great setup!
 
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NEVolFan said:
Finally got the time to put this together... while waiting for delivery of the grill I put together a small pad and constructed a chefs table (of sorts)... will cap the table top with granite tiles (soon). And use the inside for storage.

Will light off the pellet grill tomorrow to season it and then try something like a roast or ribs to see how it operates.

RecTec... fit and finish is outstanding and that is a level above other types that I have been looking at.

aBxU9O5.jpg
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Great set up!
 
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cali_vol said:
I've got the same problem. Nobody here eats mayo and they won't even try it. I'll have to give that a go as everyone love cilantro here.

This week I'm on my own so I can eat whatever I want. Lol I smoked some corn and made elotes. I used Mexican queso fresco for the cheese. I absolutely loved it!
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Looks delicious. If you haven't smoked a potatoe yet try it also. They are good to have with a steak. I like them the best when smoked and then make potatoe salad out of them.
 
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ruger1234 said:
Those are some fine looking smokers. When my offset smoker wears out I'll probably try one. My only concern is it takes the fun out of a full day of fire management.
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Just don't tell your wife! Let her think it will require your full attention...and a cooler of beer! :)
 
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ruger1234 said:
Those are some fine looking smokers. When my offset smoker wears out I'll probably try one. My only concern is it takes the fun out of a full day of fire management.
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That's why I'll never leave the offsets. I love the tending to the fire and mastering the heat regulation part.
 
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SaluteToTheHill said:
That's why I'll never leave the offsets. I love the tending to the fire and mastering the heat regulation part.
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Nothing better than waking up before sunrise on an October East Tennessee Saturday morning getting that big pork butt ready. Tending the fire is something that I enjoy. Dang if you ain't made me second guess the pellet smoker.
 
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ruger1234 said:
Nothing better than waking up before sunrise on an October East Tennessee Saturday morning getting that big pork butt ready. Tending the fire is something that I enjoy. Dang if you ain't made me second guess the pellet smoker.
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Lol, sorry about that. Everyone is different. Some like set it and forget it, some like to master the pit. I wouldn't mind having a set it and forget it unit for those instances where I'm short on time but I would always use the offset if I had the time. My boss has a Traeger and they love it but his wife does all the smoking.
 
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SaluteToTheHill said:
Lol, sorry about that. Everyone is different. Some like set it and forget it, some like to master the pit. I wouldn't mind having a set it and forget it unit for those instances where I'm short on time but I would always use the offset if I had the time. My boss has a Traeger and they love it but his wife does all the smoking.
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I use an electric smoker at the moment and love that I can set it and forget it for right now. There is nothing like mastering the pit and tending to the fire all day though. As soon as I move into a home with a patio/backyard with more room I plan on getting a nice off set, but I'll keep the electric for the smaller meals and times when I can't monitor the temp all day.
 
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I've got an offset and a propane smoker. I've had an electric in the past. I really don't have a preference, it just depends on what I'm making, how much time I have, and how much effort I'm willing to put into it. The one exception is chicken, my propane smoker doesn't get that hot so I rarely smoke chicken in them.
 
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cali_vol said:
I've got an offset and a propane smoker. I've had an electric in the past. I really don't have a preference, it just depends on what I'm making, how much time I have, and how much effort I'm willing to put into it. The one exception is chicken, my propane smoker doesn't get that hot so I rarely smoke chicken in them.
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I have a small electric smoker and a small charcoal smoker that do a really good job. I have a medium sized propane one that I have been using for about a year and it has really impressed me with its consistency and ease of use. I also have a large wood smoker that I have been using for 10 years, but it is very time consuming and unless I have large group to feed I rarely use it now. The propane has taken over.
 
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NEVolFan said:
Finally got the time to put this together... while waiting for delivery of the grill I put together a small pad and constructed a chefs table (of sorts)... will cap the table top with granite tiles (soon). And use the inside for storage.

Will light off the pellet grill tomorrow to season it and then try something like a roast or ribs to see how it operates.

RecTec... fit and finish is outstanding and that is a level above other types that I have been looking at.

aBxU9O5.jpg
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I received my RecTec about 3 weeks ago. You can't beat it for the money and all the reviews are spot on.
 
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UT_Dutchman said:
I have a small electric smoker and a small charcoal smoker that do a really good job. I have a medium sized propane one that I have been using for about a year and it has really impressed me with its consistency and ease of use. I also have a large wood smoker that I have been using for 10 years, but it is very time consuming and unless I have large group to feed I rarely use it now. The propane has taken over.
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Completely understand that
 
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CitrusCo.Vol said:
I received my RecTec about 3 weeks ago. You can't beat it for the money and all the reviews are spot on.
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I'm not that familiar with them. Give us the scoop. Is it a grill, smoker, or both?

EDIT: After checking this out while drinking my coffee, I must have one of these! Buying the pellets on Amazon Prime seems like the way to go, as well.
 
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So we've got a bacon festival in its second year happening in a few months about 30 miles from here. You know, food, beer, music etc. Anyway, my stepdaughter suggested I enter the amateur cooking contest. I reluctantly agreed but told them it would be entirely grilled and I wasn't doing this all by myself. The daughter who mentioned it agreed to cook with me (we had to do a video), another agreed to film, and a third is editing the video.

Anyway, this is what we came up with (bacon obviously had to be an ingredient). We call it Partake-in your Bacon

1 BLTini (bacon vodka, lobster juice, and tomato martini) with a smoked bacon wrapped lobster tail garnish. This was made with smoke infused ice cubes, bacon hot-sauce, and a bacon salt rim
2 Bacon and pecan crusted Flounder
3 Brussel sprouts with bacon...fried in bacon grease
4 Bruchetta with mozzarella, tomato, bacon, basil
5 Bacon balsamic glaze for...well...everything.


I'm pretty happy with the food but the video wasn't that great. I don't think we will be selected to complete at the festival but it was fun doing this with the kids and I ate REALLY well yesterday. Lol
 

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