time question

I have a 19.25lb. USDA Prime brisket (from Costco) and my understanding is that @ 225F I should account for 1.25hrs/pound, wrapping at the stall (165 degrees or thereabout). I only just got it in the smoker at 9pm, and if that math is right, that's unfortunately going to make it ready to get...

have abt 30 lb pig to do on Friday the 5th. thought maybe in between your projects on the 4th you might could let me know what the typical newbie mistakes are. :wink: i have McGyvered together an open spit and i think the motor will handle the weight. i have a reasonable meat thermotmeter. i...

This is more a timing question than a cooking time question. As the 4th is approaching, my wife wants me to cook the usual Boston Butt on my smoker. That I can do, but I have always timed the final product within a few hours of the desired serving time. My question is: Can I prepare my...