Crüe-B-Cüe
is Blowin Smoke!
- Joined
- Sep 25, 2007
- Location
- Mobile, AL
I lit the drum about 9:00 last night for a 15 lb. brisket. Normally I cook with a heat shield in the UDS, but since that shortens the cook time, I decided to go without it. Plus, using Stubbs charcoal, I don't get that chemical smell as with K. I haven't tried cooking direct since switching to Stubbs so I figured this would be a good test. There was a world of difference in the flavor. The bisket went in the drum last night about 10:00. I watched it for an hour to make sure temps were stable then went to bed. Got up at 8:00 this morning and the drum was still nailed on 250. Took it off at 1:00 today when it was probe tender. Wrapped in foil with a little beef broth, then wrapped that in 2 beach towels and let it rest for 2 hours. I think this might be my best briskie yet. Here's the pron...
How do you like my Fred Flintstone spatula? Works great for briskets and butts.
How do you like my Fred Flintstone spatula? Works great for briskets and butts.