Basting with bacon
"The Fat Man®" > wrote in message
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> Faye Kinnitt wrote:
>
> > I have determined that hickory has a much nicer flavor than
> > the mesquite I've been using up until now and would like to
> > get a hold of some fruitwood to try. I think the mesquite I have
> > left is going in the trash as it seems too harsh compared to the
> > hickory flavor.
>
>
> Bob, stinkweed and pine needles would give off a better smell than
mesquite.
> You're doing the right thing by tossing it in the trash.
>
> Those dang Texans have been trying to rid their state of the weed for
years.
> Their most successful attempt has been selling it to folks as BBQ wood.
>
> I've eaten a *LOT* of BBQ in my day, and while I've never eaten anything
> good that came from a mesquite fire, some folks say it's good for
grilling.
> I'm inclined to believe them, but for smoking it's worthless.
>
>
> TFM®
>
>
Grilling chicken and believe it or not, swordfish.
Jack
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