Boston Smoker
Knows what a fatty is.
- Joined
- Feb 14, 2014
- Location
- Medfield, MA
Hi Everyone,
I've been "volunteered" to smoke BBQ for a church fundraiser. I'm thinking that I'd keep it to 2 meats. Assuming 100 people, what would folks recommend I should smoke, and how much? And let's just assume that it's 60/40 Adults/kids, and that there will be sides like mac 'n cheese, baked beans, cornbread, pickles, rolls for sandwiches, etc. I'm definitely going to do pulled pork. I was thinking 4-5 butts (8-10 lbs each), and then either chicken or BB ribs. I have much more experience with BB ribs, but I'm thinking that I'd need to smoke at least 8 racks? People tend to go for the PP first. Some are worried that ribs are too messy. Crazy right? Assuming that only 1/2 of the people have ribs, and assuming 1-2 bones per person, will 8 racks be sufficient?
Or should I just go with chicken breasts or legs? I have plenty of space in my smoker. I'd probably plan to have the butts done well before starting the ribs or chicken.
Thanks in advance for the assistance!
-Kevin
I've been "volunteered" to smoke BBQ for a church fundraiser. I'm thinking that I'd keep it to 2 meats. Assuming 100 people, what would folks recommend I should smoke, and how much? And let's just assume that it's 60/40 Adults/kids, and that there will be sides like mac 'n cheese, baked beans, cornbread, pickles, rolls for sandwiches, etc. I'm definitely going to do pulled pork. I was thinking 4-5 butts (8-10 lbs each), and then either chicken or BB ribs. I have much more experience with BB ribs, but I'm thinking that I'd need to smoke at least 8 racks? People tend to go for the PP first. Some are worried that ribs are too messy. Crazy right? Assuming that only 1/2 of the people have ribs, and assuming 1-2 bones per person, will 8 racks be sufficient?
Or should I just go with chicken breasts or legs? I have plenty of space in my smoker. I'd probably plan to have the butts done well before starting the ribs or chicken.
Thanks in advance for the assistance!
-Kevin