Hello Dr. BBQ: My name is Lisa Dorzweiler and I’m in the middle of planning my wedding for July 2008. My mother-in-law-to-be volunteered to make our food but I’m concerned that we won’t have enough for 100 people. Anyway, my question is: How much brisket do we need to feed 100 people? I’ll be pulled BBQ brisket by the way. …
Pure Chile Powder
Hello Dr. BBQ: I”ve noticed that you recommend pure chili powder not a blend. How do I tell the difference? I use McCormick’s dark chili powder now. Is that right or should I use something else? Jeff Hi Jeff, The readily available chili powders like the one you have are very different than ground pure chiles. The powders usually have …
Wet Aging Brisket
Hello Dr. BBQ, I recently purchased your book and find it fascinating. My question is whether you age your brisket at all. I know in competition this is probably impossible, but I would like to know your opinion on the subject. Thanks. Big Dan. Hi Big Dan, Yes, I do “wet” age my briskets if I have the opportunity. Wet …
Woodburning
Dr. BBQ: If you wanted to use wood to cook, could you start the wood burning in a barrel and once the wood is hot put it in the smoker? Jeff Hi Jeff, I would probably never want to cook with all wood but if it was the only option I would definitely burn it down to coals before …
Where Do the Pros Buy Meat?
Dr. BBQ: I am new to the world of competition BBQ and I was wondering where the pros purchase their competition meats? Thanks in advance, Clint of the Pig Pirates Hi Clint, I personally buy most of my meat at the large wholesale clubs and I know many of my fellow competitors do as well. In many areas the clubs …