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    Almond Smoking Basket

    I've been doing a lot of writing on cold smoking, and found that it improves the taste of almonds. I was in a factory outlet kitchen store over the weekend and spotted this colander for $10. It fits the Cookshack like a glove, with an eight-inch to spare. It allows more smoke than a pan and...
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    Cold smoking salmon safety

    I cannot find anything definitive. One source says that after smoking around 70-80 degrees to bring the heat up to 150 for 30 minutes to kill any bacteria. UC Davis says to freeze them at -10 deg for a week but quickly adds that most home freezers don't go this low. That's real helpful. Some...
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    What are the Best and Worst Christmas gifts for us?

    Best Stoker Good digital thermometer Jerky rods (good for hanging other meats too) Custom grill Good gloves (for chemicals, neoprene) Meat slicer Meat grinder Worst Personalized chef's hat Crappy gloves that burn Expensive executive utensils in a case Any sauce or seasoning from...
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    FoodSaver V3440 $64.04 today (11/30) only

    Normally sells for $100 - $130, and this is a direct deal with free shipping but requires a coupon. I got mine in email, I'd post it if I knew how as it does not link back to the deal. If you are in the market for a vacuum sealer this deal is unbeatable.
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    Southwest Turkey Soup

    Submitted by Clint Cantwell of SmokeInDaEye, 2008 New York State BBQ Champions, Southwest Turkey Soup is a great leftovers recipe and the way to stretch a few more morsels out of that turkey carcass.
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    Thanksgiving Recipes

    I have grouped together several published articles and a couple of new ones, including a recipe from the 2008 New York State BBQ Champions, in this Thanksgiving Recipes category. That link will take to to the following recipes:Easy brineHow to BBQ a perfect turkeyHow to BBQ a rib roast three...
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    Thanksgiving Recipes

    I have placed several published articles and a couple of new ones, including one from the 2008 New York State BBQ Champions, in a single Thanksgiving category. They all feature easy BBQ and sides recipes good for Thanksgiving meals. Clicking the link below will take you to the following list and...
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    Thanks for having me!

    I am a writer for the Examiner.com, the Sacramento Outdoor Cooking Writer (or as they call us, Examiners). I've been a serious BBQ/Smoke guy for about 20 years now, and learn more every day. I use an offset for BBQ, a Cookshack for smoking, and a Performer for grilling. My "real" job is a...
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    Korean BBQ To Go--The Koritto

    Here's an recipe for easy Korean BBQ that's portable, not messy, and KILLER tasting. It's in essence a Korean burrito I created, and the meat can be grilled indoors or out. It's inexpensive to make, so perfect as an entree or unique side for caterers or restaurants.
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    Foolproof Smoked Turkey

    I recently wrote an tutorial for my column on the Sacramento Outdoor Cooking Examiner, How to BBQ the Perfect Turkey. I know many of you don't need a basic tutorial on brining and smoking a turkey, but it might be helpful if you haven't tried it before. This one really is foolproof. John
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