On 10/13/2010 10:58 AM, Omelet wrote:
> In monster.com>,
> wrote:
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>> Smoke Beef Chuck Roast.
>> I don't see much posted about smoking
>> beef cuts other then ribs and brisket. But, cows come with pretty
>> much the same parts as a hog. That being the case, I find that
>> chuck and shoulder both are tough as nails, but contain a lot of
>> connective tissue much like pork butt or beef brisket. This is the
>> second hunk of chuck that I have smoked. The first was somewhat
>> overcooked and thus a bit dry. This one is quite nice. I know the
>> picture looks like it's a bit dry, but the picture is lying. It has
>> a texture not unlike decently cooked brisket.
>>
>> I can't say as this is a better deal then brisket as I have yet to
>> buy any chuck cheaper then brisket, but on the odd chance that
>> you get a "Buy" on chuck or beef shoulder, there's no reason to
>> pass it up thinking that it is not suitable for BBQ.
>>
>> I cut this chuck into sizes suitable for vacuum packing. They
>> can be chilled and sliced thin if need be, shredded like
>> smoked pork or served in chunks with sides of veggies.
>>
>> Picture over on ABF for those that don't like going to Picasa.
>>
>> http://picasaweb.google.com/hrbricke...RgCMfp0qLdjc6t
>> ZQ#5527325670119290850
>> http://tinyurl.com/277zmb6
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> I need to add you to my Picasa "favorites".<g>
> My compliments to the chef!

I mean how about those game hens!