"Frank or Burger" wrote in message
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On Thu, 7 Jun 2012 15:47:05 -0700, Kent wrote:

> "Steve B" > wrote in message
> ...
>> I've been seeing quite a lot of Weber "kettle" style charcoal cookers
>> lately at the Borg. Just a basic tub and lid and grate. Are these any
>> good for real barbecueing, or would one have to really pay attention and
>> closely watch the coals? It looks like it may be difficult to cook by
>> the
>> indirect method, as many don't have a lot of square inches grill space
>> for
>> meat and water tray. I actually like the larger rectangular ones, but I
>> have seen some of these on sale for very low prices.
>>
>> What say ye?


Weber "kettle" Never heard of them. Are these new?


> I have the 22 inch Weber kettle and the WSM side by side. It's difficult
> to
> hold a low 225-250 temp. on the kettle and you really can't cook something
> like a pork butt. It's excellent for higher temp. indirect cooking.

Can you sear a steak char rare like they do at Ruth's Chris?

Yes, of course you can. You knew that when you wrote your trolling post.