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Ditching propane BBQ and looking at getting my first Kettle so any tips. | |
| YouAreDreaming
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 80482021  United States06/17/2021 02:38 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | those eggs are fairly expensive and a cheaper way is to smoke with an insulated box. i use one of these: [link to www.bradleysmoker.com (secure)] there are other smokers like it, so i would shop around. i smoke brisket just like texas bbq restaurants with it. i can smoke a turkey or chicken within a few hours and have moist and smoke flavored poultry early in the afternoon if i start reasonably early. i'm not knocking those eggs, i'm just giving you a way to get smoked meats with little effort. |
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User ID: 79987073 United States06/17/2021 02:57 PM  Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I started out with an offset smoker which was great except you have to tend to it constantly, then I got a pellet smoker which was great but didn't give much smoke flavor so then a year later went to the big green egg which I love. It takes some getting used to but it will stay on temp for hours without touching (once it gets warmed up). The only problem with the BGE is that it doesn't get great smoke rings because of the lack of oxygen. But I recently found a hack for that so now everything is perfect. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 72497887 United States06/17/2021 03:00 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I love my little Weber "Go Anywhere" travel grill too. Packs in the trunk much easier/safer than the small travel kettles. Legs fold up over the lid to secure it and snuff out the coals. Perfect for lakeside cookouts. Webers are still Made in USA too. |
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 69777977 Canada06/17/2021 03:09 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Kamado joe has a new kettle grill that kicks ass but as someone who spent over 20 years cooking with charcoal the best all around grill/smoker I have found is the Broil King Keg for the price. Dam thing is pure genius. The only thing better is the Kamado Joe ceramic Egg but be ready to pay premium price for it. P.S.: use lump charcoal not briquettes and use oak/hickory for gen purpose and large lump charcoal (again kamado joe big block) for long cooks. Have fun and enjoy! |
| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 03:10 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | those eggs are fairly expensive and a cheaper way is to Quoting: Anonymous Coward 80482021 smoke with an insulated box. i use one of these: [link to www.bradleysmoker.com (secure)] there are other smokers like it, so i would shop around. i smoke brisket just like texas bbq restaurants with it. i can smoke a turkey or chicken within a few hours and have moist and smoke flavored poultry early in the afternoon if i start reasonably early. i'm not knocking those eggs, i'm just giving you a way to get smoked meats with little effort. I'd love to have one of those smokers, my problem is limited space. The Kettle that I'm looking at is only $99 so it's a cheap investment for a first start. But had I the space I would for sure want to get the smoker to compliment a grill. I could toss my propane BBQ to make space so it's a possibility. |
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| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 03:22 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | 22" Weber is kick-ass first step. Add in the Weber 18"-22" Smokey Mountain and you can do serious work. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 72497887 I love my little Weber "Go Anywhere" travel grill too. Packs in the trunk much easier/safer than the small travel kettles. Legs fold up over the lid to secure it and snuff out the coals. Perfect for lakeside cookouts. Webers are still Made in USA too. It does look like the best option so far. Meets space requirements, has a lot of great reviews and it's fairly reasonably priced at $159 CDN. The one I was looking at was a Napoleon which is $139 but is 18" but I can get a discounted one for $99. I think the webber is obviously the better choice for the small price difference. |
| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 03:26 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I have a Green Mountain "Daniel Boone" model smoker. I would never go back to a propane grill. It gets up to 500 degrees and can sear a steak easily. The smoke flavors are amazing. The smoker is versatile. You can use it as an oven, bake a cake, smoke salmon, make jerky, smoke a turkey, ribs, and they even have WIFI now so you can monitor and adjust the heat from your recliner. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 72084552 They do look impressive, pellet fed. And could replace my propane grill. I love the chimney stack. I'm probably going to start with the webber for now because it will fit the last bit of space I have. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 79879334 United States06/17/2021 03:35 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Go to the big green egg festival and you can get a brand new egg with accessories that has only been used during the festival for much less. I’ve had my egg for 10 years and it’s still good as née so lasted much longer than the propane ones I had to replace every 2 years. |
| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 03:46 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Go to the big green egg festival and you can get a brand new egg with accessories that has only been used during the festival for much less. I’ve had my egg for 10 years and it’s still good as née so lasted much longer than the propane ones I had to replace every 2 years. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 79879334 They look amazing, and very durable. But that would be a serious investment for their price point. No doubt quite a few options here that look really interesting. I'm going to check out some vids on the various recommendations here as it's fun to learn about all the different options. So much food for thought. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 79211509 United States06/17/2021 03:49 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I've wasted my life on propane BBQ and finally decided to experiment with briquette and smoke on a cheap $20 charcoal BBQ and the difference in flavor was night and day. Quoting: YouAreDreaming There are so many recipes I want to try where propane just won't deliver or cook it properly so it's opening up a whole new world of deliciousness I haven't experienced before. Now that I am satisfied with the results I want to get a larger 22" Kettle and figured some of you might be experienced enough for some advice and do's and don'ts and possibly some kick ass BBQ recipes. So far everything I cooked was night and day better than anything I cooked on propane so I'm hooked thus my new weekend hobby will be mastering this art of delicious BBQ. weber smokey mountain: [link to www.youtube.com (secure)] these guys will make you a badass pitmaster.. the thing is easy to use,no babysitting this bitch.. check the vids! |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 67904014 United States06/17/2021 03:55 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Get a 22" Weber with the grate that is hinged. I sometimes throw a little of my smoker wood in with the coals. Bur for actual smoking you want an Electric smoker. Set the temp and walk away. When your smoking something for 14 hours who wants to be out there messing with it and letting smoke out etc....You can get a decent one for 200$ that is wifi enabled and change temps and stuff from the couch with your phone. No guessing, no temp changes when the coals burn out etc. Electic element keeps the temp even when there is no oxygen. Can smoke for 14 hours with the vents shut and no smoke escapes and the temp stays up. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 79211509 United States06/17/2021 04:06 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Get a 22" Weber with the grate that is hinged. I sometimes throw a little of my smoker wood in with the coals. Bur for actual smoking you want an Electric smoker. Set the temp and walk away. When your smoking something for 14 hours who wants to be out there messing with it and letting smoke out etc....You can get a decent one for 200$ that is wifi enabled and change temps and stuff from the couch with your phone. No guessing, no temp changes when the coals burn out etc. Electic element keeps the temp even when there is no oxygen. Can smoke for 14 hours with the vents shut and no smoke escapes and the temp stays up. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 67904014 s.m.w. does that to..in reality you only need 3 to 4 hours of smoke... i cook an 18ilb. brisket with 3 hours smoke, thats plenty , then shut all vents and save the fuel,wrap that shit in butcher paper and use the oven for another 12 to 15 hours.also i only use lump coals with peacan cherie, apple.. there is no right or wrong in smoking meat ..do what you love.. t roy cooks, harry soo, and aim them and claim them ,all on youtube will get you started off right!!! |
| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 04:51 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Get a 22" Weber with the grate that is hinged. I sometimes throw a little of my smoker wood in with the coals. Bur for actual smoking you want an Electric smoker. Set the temp and walk away. When your smoking something for 14 hours who wants to be out there messing with it and letting smoke out etc....You can get a decent one for 200$ that is wifi enabled and change temps and stuff from the couch with your phone. No guessing, no temp changes when the coals burn out etc. Electic element keeps the temp even when there is no oxygen. Can smoke for 14 hours with the vents shut and no smoke escapes and the temp stays up. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 67904014 s.m.w. does that to..in reality you only need 3 to 4 hours of smoke... i cook an 18ilb. brisket with 3 hours smoke, thats plenty , then shut all vents and save the fuel,wrap that shit in butcher paper and use the oven for another 12 to 15 hours.also i only use lump coals with peacan cherie, apple.. there is no right or wrong in smoking meat ..do what you love.. t roy cooks, harry soo, and aim them and claim them ,all on youtube will get you started off right!!! That's the challenge when you're a noob like me. There are so many different woods to create different smoke flavors of which people all will have different preferences as we often do. I don't think I am ready yet to tackle long smoke sessions in the beginning until I get a good handle on what I like from all the different woods/recipes etc. I'm going to have to start with the basics and work up from there. I need to relearn how to grill a steak because I can get a good sear and cook on Gas, done it for ever but now have to see how grilling and getting a sear on the hot coals works and maintain medium-rare so that is one of my first goals. Shouldn't be too hard on the grill, I'm sure it's the same get the heat up to about 500 degrees and sear on direct heat. I'll have to use a thermostat though on the grill for the first time as I have no clue how long yet. Then there are all the classics, chicken, hamburgers and some seafood like prawns and fish. Then of course Ribs... once I get that down I'll move into brisket, pulled-pork and other long smoke recipes. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 77504823 United States06/17/2021 05:02 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I have a Green Mountain "Daniel Boone" model smoker. I would never go back to a propane grill. It gets up to 500 degrees and can sear a steak easily. The smoke flavors are amazing. The smoker is versatile. You can use it as an oven, bake a cake, smoke salmon, make jerky, smoke a turkey, ribs, and they even have WIFI now so you can monitor and adjust the heat from your recliner. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 72084552 They do look impressive, pellet fed. And could replace my propane grill. I love the chimney stack. I'm probably going to start with the webber for now because it will fit the last bit of space I have. I looked at that site and the pellet fed grills that are also smokers. Saving my 750 starting NOW! I love the taste of charcoal but damn the mess and the buying those stupid briquettes. Then the lighter fluid. Then the ton of ash. I have an electric smoker and that is a pain in the ass with a manual temp gauge. Shit I am out there ever 20 minutes fiddling with the temp. This thing seems like it replaces it all. Use my promo code.... JK..not a shill but love the idea and will get one. |
| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 05:33 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I have a Green Mountain "Daniel Boone" model smoker. I would never go back to a propane grill. It gets up to 500 degrees and can sear a steak easily. The smoke flavors are amazing. The smoker is versatile. You can use it as an oven, bake a cake, smoke salmon, make jerky, smoke a turkey, ribs, and they even have WIFI now so you can monitor and adjust the heat from your recliner. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 72084552 They do look impressive, pellet fed. And could replace my propane grill. I love the chimney stack. I'm probably going to start with the webber for now because it will fit the last bit of space I have. I looked at that site and the pellet fed grills that are also smokers. Saving my 750 starting NOW! I love the taste of charcoal but damn the mess and the buying those stupid briquettes. Then the lighter fluid. Then the ton of ash. I have an electric smoker and that is a pain in the ass with a manual temp gauge. Shit I am out there ever 20 minutes fiddling with the temp. This thing seems like it replaces it all. Use my promo code.... JK..not a shill but love the idea and will get one. My friend at work here has one, he says because he sucks at cooking it made everything stupid simple. The secret to charcoal is using a chimney starter, no lighter fuel needed just newspaper underneath the chimney will suffice, but yes... ash and recycling unburned charcoal. The only downside to pellets is the smoke signature is weaker, everything I'm learning is there are pros and cons with every solution. |
| Houdini6565
User ID: 80498687  United Kingdom06/17/2021 05:51 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I've wasted my life on propane BBQ and finally decided to experiment with briquette and smoke on a cheap $20 charcoal BBQ and the difference in flavor was night and day. Quoting: YouAreDreaming There are so many recipes I want to try where propane just won't deliver or cook it properly so it's opening up a whole new world of deliciousness I haven't experienced before. Now that I am satisfied with the results I want to get a larger 22" Kettle and figured some of you might be experienced enough for some advice and do's and don'ts and possibly some kick ass BBQ recipes. So far everything I cooked was night and day better than anything I cooked on propane so I'm hooked thus my new weekend hobby will be mastering this art of delicious BBQ. Cook this and you will not be disappointed T Tavuk chicken cup whole-milk Greek yogurt 
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, or more to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons tomato paste 
6 cloves garlic, minced 
1 tablespoon salt ½ teaspoons ground cumin 
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 
1 teaspoon paprika 
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon 
2 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, halved Last Edited by Houdini6565 on 06/17/2021 05:53 PM Houdini6565 |
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(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 05:52 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | This was one of the first recipes that I tried. On the first go, it turned out great for flavor but didn't achieve the crispiness of the bacon he had going on so will have to figure out what I did wrong. But was a first fun recipe. |
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User ID: 80380860 United States06/17/2021 06:03 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I have a Green Mountain "Daniel Boone" model smoker. I would never go back to a propane grill. It gets up to 500 degrees and can sear a steak easily. The smoke flavors are amazing. The smoker is versatile. You can use it as an oven, bake a cake, smoke salmon, make jerky, smoke a turkey, ribs, and they even have WIFI now so you can monitor and adjust the heat from your recliner. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 72084552 They do look impressive, pellet fed. And could replace my propane grill. I love the chimney stack. I'm probably going to start with the webber for now because it will fit the last bit of space I have. I looked at that site and the pellet fed grills that are also smokers. Saving my 750 starting NOW! I love the taste of charcoal but damn the mess and the buying those stupid briquettes. Then the lighter fluid. Then the ton of ash. I have an electric smoker and that is a pain in the ass with a manual temp gauge. Shit I am out there ever 20 minutes fiddling with the temp. This thing seems like it replaces it all. Use my promo code.... JK..not a shill but love the idea and will get one. Get a chimney starter. No need for lighter fluid. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 80172982 United States06/17/2021 06:07 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Get a 22" Weber with the grate that is hinged. I sometimes throw a little of my smoker wood in with the coals. Bur for actual smoking you want an Electric smoker. Set the temp and walk away. When your smoking something for 14 hours who wants to be out there messing with it and letting smoke out etc....You can get a decent one for 200$ that is wifi enabled and change temps and stuff from the couch with your phone. No guessing, no temp changes when the coals burn out etc. Electic element keeps the temp even when there is no oxygen. Can smoke for 14 hours with the vents shut and no smoke escapes and the temp stays up. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 67904014 s.m.w. does that to..in reality you only need 3 to 4 hours of smoke... i cook an 18ilb. brisket with 3 hours smoke, thats plenty , then shut all vents and save the fuel,wrap that shit in butcher paper and use the oven for another 12 to 15 hours.also i only use lump coals with peacan cherie, apple.. there is no right or wrong in smoking meat ..do what you love.. t roy cooks, harry soo, and aim them and claim them ,all on youtube will get you started off right!!! That's the challenge when you're a noob like me. There are so many different woods to create different smoke flavors of which people all will have different preferences as we often do. I don't think I am ready yet to tackle long smoke sessions in the beginning until I get a good handle on what I like from all the different woods/recipes etc. I'm going to have to start with the basics and work up from there. I need to relearn how to grill a steak because I can get a good sear and cook on Gas, done it for ever but now have to see how grilling and getting a sear on the hot coals works and maintain medium-rare so that is one of my first goals. Shouldn't be too hard on the grill, I'm sure it's the same get the heat up to about 500 degrees and sear on direct heat. I'll have to use a thermostat though on the grill for the first time as I have no clue how long yet. Then there are all the classics, chicken, hamburgers and some seafood like prawns and fish. Then of course Ribs... once I get that down I'll move into brisket, pulled-pork and other long smoke recipes. For steaks, you want to arrange the coals so you have direct, and indirect heat. I'll put my charcoal toward the back of the grill, so I have fire for about half of the total surface. You need a hot grill, I usually use the "one, two, ouch" count to determine the heat. One second or less is too hot, three or more is too cool. Brush and oil the grill grate before adding the steaks. Put your steaks over the direct heat and cover for about 4-4 1/2 minutes. The rotate the steaks half way to the get cross hatch of grill marks, and then drag the steaks toward the indirect side for an additional 3-4 minutes. Then flip, and repeat the process on the other side, direct now for about 3 1/2 minutes, rotate, and indirect for another 3-4 minutes. Total cooking time should equal out to about 7 1/2 minutes per side varying for heat and elevation I suppose. You can use an instant read meat thermometer to determine the exact temperature to make sure you got the doneness you were looking for. Then theres this! |
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User ID: 80446355 Canada06/17/2021 06:10 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I've wasted my life on propane BBQ and finally decided to experiment with briquette and smoke on a cheap $20 charcoal BBQ and the difference in flavor was night and day. Quoting: YouAreDreaming There are so many recipes I want to try where propane just won't deliver or cook it properly so it's opening up a whole new world of deliciousness I haven't experienced before. Now that I am satisfied with the results I want to get a larger 22" Kettle and figured some of you might be experienced enough for some advice and do's and don'ts and possibly some kick ass BBQ recipes. So far everything I cooked was night and day better than anything I cooked on propane so I'm hooked thus my new weekend hobby will be mastering this art of delicious BBQ. Weber... And get a griddle from blackstone... "Were living in a time where facts have become conspiracy theories" A larper,eh... [link to imgur.com (secure)] 4-20-1889 |
| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 06:11 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I'll also say go for the Weber, as big a one as you like. Very flexible, easy to use and affordable, and they last for ages. I grill, smoke, and do just about everything I would ever want to do. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 80172982 That seems to be the best option for me at the beginning of this adventure. Cheap, can explore a lot of new recipes and then figure out if I need to step it up from there. It fits the current space restrictions that I'm unable to do anything about. This is a good video I watched on cooking arrangements for different recipes and meats. And there are certainly lots of cooking videos for webber recipes (as there is for the other options). I mean, I can try a brisket because you use the snake arrangement in the above. Will it be as good as a smoker? I don't know but it can be done so worth trying out one weekend. At least for a beginner I think a lot of learning and mistakes can be made here then move onward once I get a better handle. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 80172982 United States06/17/2021 06:19 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I'll also say go for the Weber, as big a one as you like. Very flexible, easy to use and affordable, and they last for ages. I grill, smoke, and do just about everything I would ever want to do. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 80172982 That seems to be the best option for me at the beginning of this adventure. Cheap, can explore a lot of new recipes and then figure out if I need to step it up from there. It fits the current space restrictions that I'm unable to do anything about. This is a good video I watched on cooking arrangements for different recipes and meats. And there are certainly lots of cooking videos for webber recipes (as there is for the other options). I mean, I can try a brisket because you use the snake arrangement in the above. Will it be as good as a smoker? I don't know but it can be done so worth trying out one weekend. At least for a beginner I think a lot of learning and mistakes can be made here then move onward once I get a better handle. I haven't tried the snake method myself, but I've always wanted too. Just never want to wait that long to eat! I think it will be just as good as a smoker, because you are essentially turning the grill into a smoker, from there it all comes down to the wood and charcoal you use in terms of flavor. I like this method because it would seem to prevent oversmoking which isn't hard to do in a kettle grill. A little goes a long way it seems. Also, if you haven't already, try experimenting with charred wood. To me it adds a bit more goodness than a typical briquette. Usually I'll mix them, some briquettes on the bottom, and top with charwood for the best of both worlds. Man I'm getting hungry! |
| YouAreDreaming
(OP) User ID: 78911081 Canada06/17/2021 06:23 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Get a 22" Weber with the grate that is hinged. I sometimes throw a little of my smoker wood in with the coals. Bur for actual smoking you want an Electric smoker. Set the temp and walk away. When your smoking something for 14 hours who wants to be out there messing with it and letting smoke out etc....You can get a decent one for 200$ that is wifi enabled and change temps and stuff from the couch with your phone. No guessing, no temp changes when the coals burn out etc. Electic element keeps the temp even when there is no oxygen. Can smoke for 14 hours with the vents shut and no smoke escapes and the temp stays up. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 67904014 s.m.w. does that to..in reality you only need 3 to 4 hours of smoke... i cook an 18ilb. brisket with 3 hours smoke, thats plenty , then shut all vents and save the fuel,wrap that shit in butcher paper and use the oven for another 12 to 15 hours.also i only use lump coals with peacan cherie, apple.. there is no right or wrong in smoking meat ..do what you love.. t roy cooks, harry soo, and aim them and claim them ,all on youtube will get you started off right!!! That's the challenge when you're a noob like me. There are so many different woods to create different smoke flavors of which people all will have different preferences as we often do. I don't think I am ready yet to tackle long smoke sessions in the beginning until I get a good handle on what I like from all the different woods/recipes etc. I'm going to have to start with the basics and work up from there. I need to relearn how to grill a steak because I can get a good sear and cook on Gas, done it for ever but now have to see how grilling and getting a sear on the hot coals works and maintain medium-rare so that is one of my first goals. Shouldn't be too hard on the grill, I'm sure it's the same get the heat up to about 500 degrees and sear on direct heat. I'll have to use a thermostat though on the grill for the first time as I have no clue how long yet. Then there are all the classics, chicken, hamburgers and some seafood like prawns and fish. Then of course Ribs... once I get that down I'll move into brisket, pulled-pork and other long smoke recipes. For steaks, you want to arrange the coals so you have direct, and indirect heat. I'll put my charcoal toward the back of the grill, so I have fire for about half of the total surface. You need a hot grill, I usually use the "one, two, ouch" count to determine the heat. One second or less is too hot, three or more is too cool. Brush and oil the grill grate before adding the steaks. Put your steaks over the direct heat and cover for about 4-4 1/2 minutes. The rotate the steaks half way to the get cross hatch of grill marks, and then drag the steaks toward the indirect side for an additional 3-4 minutes. Then flip, and repeat the process on the other side, direct now for about 3 1/2 minutes, rotate, and indirect for another 3-4 minutes. Total cooking time should equal out to about 7 1/2 minutes per side varying for heat and elevation I suppose. You can use an instant read meat thermometer to determine the exact temperature to make sure you got the doneness you were looking for. Then theres this! I mostly BBQ steaks and this caveman style steak is right up my ally for a fun recipe to try. The only difference that I'd do is dry brine the steak (let the salt soak into the meat because of the thick cut for better seasoning) and leave the pepper off, that direct heat would just burn the pepper and add it after the cook. I'll try my first Steak this weekend, I usually the cook level of steak through feel but due to the not knowing wtf I am doing I'll use a thermometer until I get used to it. Tossing out 30 years of gas grilling here so have to unlearn all those mistakes. I'll watch a couple of vids for tips. Last Edited by YouAreDreaming on 06/17/2021 06:27 PM |
