I’m not trying to bash your friend, but apparently he doesn’t really know what he’s talking about. I’ve smoked small quantities of food with no problem. Smoking is often done for the flavor, not necessarily for preserving. Additionally, spices and sauces aren’t expensive. Store bought sauces and spices are quite tasty, although some like to experiment and make their own rubs and sauces, but it by no means has to be expensive.
> On Jul 6, 2016, at 3:57 AM, Kimsan via Cookinginthedark > <[email protected]> wrote: > > I want to learn how to use a smoker. My friend believes I might have > challenges. I think it's because I'm blind. His comment is below. Not posting > this to bash but maybe a learning experience can begin. I suppose there > might be books right? Until I locate one, any helpful tips for a beginner > will be appreciated. I plan on getting a masterbuilt in August, unless > someone has other ideas. > Have you ever tried smoked salmon? I cant see you smoking meat because it is > very time consuming. Also i think it is a little dangerous because of the > whole visual aspect. Along with the ingredients plus special woods special > sauces lots of start up cost there. Now if you had a farm with cows or hunted > then yes a smoker comes in handy as it preserves large quantities of meat. > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Carlos Taylor via Cookinginthedark > [mailto:[email protected]] > Sent: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 3:40 PM > To: [email protected] > Cc: Carlos Taylor <[email protected]> > Subject: Re: [CnD] Smokers > > I also have a Master Built electric smoker. I absolutely love it! I’ve > smoked chicken, ribs, pork chops, turkey, and even brisket. Just to clarify, > a smoker of this type is something to be used outside, not in the kitchen. >> On Jul 1, 2016, at 7:26 PM, Marie Rudys via Cookinginthedark >> <[email protected]> wrote: >> >> That's nice. I don't have room for a lot of stuff in my kitchen. But >> that's OK. >> I am glad that you like your smoker. >> >> Marie >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Regina Marie via Cookinginthedark >> [mailto:[email protected]] >> Sent: Friday, July 01, 2016 4:24 PM >> To: [email protected] >> Cc: Regina Marie >> Subject: Re: [CnD] Smokers >> >> I love my smoker. It is a Masterbuilt and I got it off of Amazon. Dale >> recommends it and has many recipes using it on Cooking in the Dark. You do >> not have to open the door to put chips in. >> >> *smile* >> Regina Marie >> Phone: 916-877-4320 >> Email: [email protected] >> Follow me: http://www.twitter.com/mamaraquel Find Me: >> http://www.facebook.com/reginamarie >> Listen Live: http://www.jandjfm.com >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Mike and Jean via Cookinginthedark >> [mailto:[email protected]] >> Sent: Friday, July 01, 2016 6:45 AM >> To: [email protected] >> Cc: Mike and Jean >> Subject: Re: [CnD] Smokers >> >> Hi, I like to use a smoker and I have a few suggestions. I highly recommend >> that you use an electric smoker with adjustable controls. I used to have a >> digital smoker, however, I lost more sight and could no longer use the >> digital settings. I bought my adjustable smoker at a local Ace hardware >> store. It has a dial that controls the heat settings. This allows me to >> place a bump dot at low, medium, and high. You can also find them at >> Sportsman warehouse Academy Sports, and maybe Bass Pro Shops. My smoker is >> approximately three feet tall and 18 inches wide. It has a locking door. >> If you can find one, I recommend a smoker that has a loading tube on the >> side that allows you to load chips during the cooking without opening the >> door. Unfortunitely, my unit does not have this feature. >> As for the chips, they can also be purchased from the places mentioned above >> as well as from Lowes home improvements stores. I really like using >> misquette chips when cooking chicken. Apple wood chips also work very well >> with fowl. When smoking pork or beef, I like to use hickory chips. >> If you have any other questions, you can contact me at [email protected]. >> Have a Blessed day. Mike -----Original Message----- >> From: Dixie via Cookinginthedark [mailto:[email protected]] >> Sent: Thursday, June 30, 2016 7:48 AM >> To: [email protected] >> Cc: Dixie <[email protected]> >> Subject: [CnD] Smokers >> >> Hi all, >> >> >> >> I am looking for some advice on purchasing and using a smoker. >> >> >> >> We catch some fish here during the summer and I thought smoking it might be >> a good idea. >> >> >> >> What should I look for in a smoker? >> >> What should I avoid in a smoker? >> >> Where is a good source to get smokers, and the various woods? >> >> Finally, do you have any tips and techniques to share? Recipes? >> >> >> >> Thanks so much, >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> Dixie >> >> @-> ~ <-@ >> >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Cookinginthedark mailing list >> [email protected] >> http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Cookinginthedark mailing list >> [email protected] >> http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Cookinginthedark mailing list >> [email protected] >> http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Cookinginthedark mailing list >> [email protected] >> http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark >> > > _______________________________________________ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > [email protected] > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > > _______________________________________________ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > [email protected] > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > _______________________________________________ Cookinginthedark mailing list [email protected] http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
