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  1. davenh

    Sam's Club changing return policy on electronics.

    I just bought an LED HDTV at Sam's Club tonight and never realized that Sam's had basically a lifetime return policy, no questions asked. As of Nov 1st this is changing to 90 days on electronic purchases. Purchases made prior to Nov 1st are grandfathered under the old return policy. Just made it...
  2. davenh

    Free Traeger pellets if anyone local can use them.

    I have 3 - 20lb bags of Traeger brand pellets, one bag each of cherry, hickory and pecan. I've only used a handful or two out of the hickory and cherry. So near 60lbs. I'm in Hudson, NH if anyone local wants them. Cleaning out the basement and hate to toss them if a fellow bbq'r can get some use...
  3. davenh

    I have apple, cherry and hickory. Got any Pecan to trade?

    Figure I'll toss this out there...lol. I'd like to trade for some pecan. In return, I can send an equal amount of either apple, cherry, hickory or a mix. Maybe a large flat rate box. Open for larger amounts too :). Anyone interested?
  4. davenh

    Gravity feed firebox.

    Wanted to try my hand at some welding, first time, so not the prettiest job..lol. A buddy of mine offered a free chunk of 1/4"x8"x8" tube and I figured why not make a gravity feed out of it :). Just hope the damn thing works ok :). I actually had a lot of fun with the torches and welder (old AC...
  5. davenh

    NH and MA Royal Oak users, on sale $3.99

    Just saw the flyer for Market Basket stores, says starting Sunday RO lump is on sale at $3.99 for 8.8lb. Noticed it for the first time while shopping today.
  6. davenh

    Low Sodium Beef Jerky!

    This may not appeal to everyone, but if your on a low sodium diet, like me , this has about 1/10th the amount of sodium of regular jerky. Maybe 60mg/oz. Made up a batch Last week using the recipe below. It actually came out pretty good . Everyone loved it, flavor was very similar to a slim jim...
  7. davenh

    Building Charcoal smoker out of freezer

    Here's the start of the latest project. Building a smoker out of an older upright freezer. The main fuel will be charcoal, but also adding a 1500W electric element and PID controller. Aluminum interior and exterior with 2" of fiberglass insulation in between. I'm hoping to reach 325 for...
  8. davenh

    Smoker build - couple questions

    I'm planning to build a vertical smoker out of an upright freezer, approx size 66"Tx26"Wx26"D (outside depending on freezer). Can get plenty of free freezers off the freecycle site. Going to strip out everything to the shell. Fiberglass insulation all around and use aluminum sheet to cover the...
  9. davenh

    Couple of Butts - Q-view!

    Got a family thing this Saturday and got elected to do the cooking . Starting a couple 8lb butts tonight, ribs and chicken on early Saturday morning so they're ready for noon. Rubbed up the butts and started them around midnight. Topped of the smoke generator and heading to bed. Will check on...
  10. davenh

    Spares w/Q-view!

    Decided to do some spares for tomorrow. I've been liking the marinade in place of the dry rub, so mixed up a batch and have the ribs soaking . Kitchen Sink Marinade, tastes pretty good . 1C - red wine vinegar 3/4C - balsamic vinegar 2/3C - evoo 10oz - apple juice 1/2C - brown sugar 1/3 -...
  11. davenh

    Marinating a Brisket For Tomorrow - Q-view!

    Getting my first brisket ready for tomorrow night . Decided to mix up some marinade and soak it overnight. Here's the marinade recipe I put together. 1 1/2C - apple juice 1C - cider vinegar 1C - red wine vinegar 1C - evoo 1/4 C - worcestershire sauce 1/4 C - brown mustard 1/2 C - brown sugar...
  12. davenh

    Filet Mignon For Labor Day Dinner- Qview

    Inspired by Ron's Ribeye thread, thanks for the idea Ron . Was walking through Sam's Club and saw some nice thick filet mignons and decided to splurge. I was going to grill them, but decided to toss them in the smoker after seeing Ron's ribeye thread. I soaked them in Italian dressing...
  13. davenh

    Pork Butt Going Overnight! Q-view

    Started the butt, at least I think it's a butt, at 11:00. I grabbed it at Walmart, called a shoulder butt blade roast. I gave it a coat of mustard, rub and injected it with italian dressing. Trying out my new smoke generator toy for overnight smokes, so this one will be on it's own until about...
  14. davenh

    Smoke Daddy Smoke Generator - Installed

    After seeing a few links to this smoke generator http://porkypas.com , I decided to try one out. My MES has great temp control and this gadget would be a great fit for "set it and forget it" overnight smokes. So far I like it . I loaded it 5 hrs ago and it is still sending out some nice thin...
  15. davenh

    BB Ribs and a Loin - Q-view!

    Got some BB's and a small pork loin going :). No rub on the ribs or loin, went with a marinade instead. Plan on saucing the ribs with some Bullseye when close to the finish. Here is the marinade I put together, very tasty. Marinade: Used a double batch to get the ribs covered. 1 cup apple...
  16. davenh

    Tomato Pie!

    We love a nice tomato pie. One of the best uses for those fresh from the garden tomatoes . Pre-heat oven for 450. In a pie dish mix the following crust ingredients, by hand, into a dough. Flatten evenly around the pie pan. Bake for 6 mins. Crust Ingredients: 2 C - flour 2 tspn - sugar 1/2 C -...
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    Headlines from the year 2029

    HEADLINES FROM THE YEAR: 2029 Ozone created by electric cars now killing millions in the seventh largest country in the world, Mexifornia, formerly known as California . White minorities still trying to have English recognized as Mexifornia's third language. Spotted Owl plague...
  18. davenh

    Marinaded Pork Loin With Apple Stuffing.

    Getting a Pork Loin ready to smoke tomorrow. It's based on a recipe my girl uses for pork tenderloins, so figured it would be worth trying on a smoked loin . I promised her I wouldn't change it....yeah right ! Marinade: 1 cup apple juice 6 tbsp olive oil 6 tbsp red wine vinegar 6 tbsp cider...
  19. davenh

    Spinning Turkey! Q-veiw.

    Hi..spun another bird on the rotisserie yesterday, smoked with cherry and hickory. Got a late start so bumped the temp a little, 330°~340°. Injected with some marinade just before smoking (forgot to inject it the night before ). Not the best one, but still good . Meat texture and juiciness...
  20. davenh

    Another Over Suffed Pork Loin, Q-View Too!

    Was in the mood for some pork loin and I got a little carried away again with the stuffing, way too much..but it went together...lol. For the filling I used spinach, crushed garlic, cheese (ricotta, mozzarella and provolone), onions, peppers, garlic/provolone sausage (smoked them yesterday) and...
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