I was wondering if seasoning with salt and pepper the day before would give it more flavor. Has anyone ever done it?

does anyone know where I can buy halal meat to make brisket at home? and isn’t too expensive compared to regular brisket ?

Hi folks, i've smoked a few briskets, but it has been many years and I never kept track of my methods and the results. Using a BGE (I know not ideal, but you go to war with the army you have) and just wondering about the basics: temp, fat cap up or down, peach paper wrap or not, tray filled with vinegar under the grates or not, how long to rest, etc. I figure the brisket will be down to 14 pounds post trimming, and I want to serve it at 4pm. I've already lived the nightmare of guests waiting to eat, so I need to avoid that! any recs are welcome. Thanks in advance!! Edit: it's a Prime brisket from Costco, so any advice on trimming would be great too!! Thanks!!

Smoked with apple and mesquite chips Glazed with Jack Daniels Honey BBQ sauce

This was cold smoked for 24 hours by my local butcher, lightly salted and peppered by me, 4 minutes each side on the hot plate, and then served with cowboy butter. Absolutely sensational. Quite possibly the best steak I’ve ever had.

Hi, I'm doing my first brisket this weekend, any tips for good results in a pellet smoker? I've watched so many YouTube videos, but in the end, it's not like I'm using something that has to be monitored. Can I literally put it in and just wait until it's 205 degrees?

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Replacing the 10 year old weber. My preference is napoleon. What do you recommend? I could build the barbecue without the side arms.

Smoked up a couple meatloaves for meal prep

My 500 gallon reverse flow

Actually came out tender. Was happy with this one

Dang ol’ ribs, man.

Have used it less than 5 times.

Hey guys I'm at a crossroads and I can't make a decision.

Some background:

I've been smoking/bbq over a decade now and I'm very passionate about it but I'm also not a pro, I'm intermediate I haven't attempted things like Brisket because 10 hrs is a pretty big dedication and I'm intimidated about the whole process. But I've smoked plenty of ribs, chicken, tri-tip roasts, sausages, etc...

Current Equipment:

I basically have a Char-Griller Trio, it's a Propane and charcoal grill with an added offset smoker. I've had it over 5 years previously replaced the same exact model I had for another 7 years before that... but it's become an eyesore because of some times I left it uncovered and developed rust. I just want to get rid of it at this point. I also always had a duo for convenience, I hate propane but sometimes I have to grill in a hurry because I have 2 small children and I work full time. I've solved this problem by getting an outdoor burner and I just use my Cast Iron outside to not stink up the house when i need to make a Steak or something quick.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Char-Griller-Double-Play-1-260-sq-in-3-Burner-Gas-and-Charcoal-Grill-in-Black-5650/206282457

Uses:

We're a small family of 4, so on a regular basis I don't cook too much. BUT when I host it can get pretty big from 10-50 people. I'm a big protein eater so I probably grill 1-2 a week. once on monday's or tuesdays to have a couple meals and on the weekend if I'm going to be home because I enjoy it. I grill 80% of the time and smoke 20% of the time I cook. I don't have as much free time to dedicate my time to smoking like I used to. Which is why the idea of a pellet grill intrigued me because you can kind of set it and forget it. I love BBQ but I don't ever have 6-10 hours for a bbq session, so this way I can cook and eat bbq more often.

New Equipment:

I'm stuck between Traeger or just getting a traditional offset smoker. Traegar is VERY overwhelming because they have SO MANY different models and I don't know anyone who personally owns one. There are SO many variations I have no clue which one to get but I kind of narrowed it down.

Traegar Woodridge 970 Pro Wi-Fi Pellet Grill with Cover $1199 (970sq in of grilling space)

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Traeger-Woodridge-Pro-Wi-Fi-Pellet-Grill-with-Cover-HD0087/333149664#overlay

VS

Traegar Woodridge 860Pro Wi-Fi Pellet Grill with Cover $899 (860sq in of grilling space)

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Traeger-Woodridge-Wi-Fi-Pellet-Grill-with-Cover-HD0086/333149654

VS

Char-Griller Grand Champ Charcoal Grill and Offset Smoker in Black $730 (More expensive but looks like it's better material? Might last longer?)

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Char-Griller-Smokin-Champ-Charcoal-Grill-Offset-Smoker-in-Black-with-Charcoal-Tray-and-Dual-Damper-Controls-1733/314142058#overlay

Char-Griller Smokin' Champ Charcoal Grill Offset Smoker in Black with Charcoal Tray and Dual Damper Controls $399

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Char-Griller-Smokin-Champ-Charcoal-Grill-Offset-Smoker-in-Black-with-Charcoal-Tray-and-Dual-Damper-Controls-1733/314142058#overlay

Input:

Sorry if I wrote too much, please tell me if you've made the switch. If you bought a traegar and love it, or is it something overpriced and you don't use as often? Please share your experience with me and tell me what you think. I just don't want to make a purchase and regret it. Should I just keep it simple and reliable and just go with a $399 grill. Technically it would be a more responsible purchase, the only reason I'm willing to spend more is because I know I'll keep it at least 5-8 years.

Thank you!

I thought it was hella burnt and got excited when it wasn't