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OT: Played With My New Toy

CTMike
CTMike Posts: 3,384
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The brisket from the side o’ beef that we bought was thin and likely to dry out easily so I decided to put the new grinder attachment to work. 

Ground brisket burgers for dinner. 
MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
Southeastern CT. 
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 956
    Next time, do 40% chuck, 40% brisket, 20% boneless short rib.  You will never eat a better burger.

    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Blaze 5 Burner

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  • stlcharcoal
    stlcharcoal Posts: 4,706
    danv23 said:
    Next time, do 40% chuck, 40% brisket, 20% boneless short rib.  You will never eat a better burger.
    Or brisket, skirt, and a little oxtail.  Heard that's pretty good too.
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  • NC_Egghead
    NC_Egghead Posts: 786
     Nice toy! Maybe you and @Sea2Ski can have a dueling grinder comp!
    Charlotte, NC

    XL BGE, WSM, Weber Genesis 2, Weber Kettle
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  • YEMTrey
    YEMTrey Posts: 6,832
    Avril Bleh butchers in downtown Cincy regularly do a blend of brisket and short rib.  I buy it often for burgers and will be buying again for a meatloaf.
    Steve 
    XL, Mini Max, and a 22" Blackstone in Cincinnati, Ohio
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  • CTMike
    CTMike Posts: 3,384
    Thanks for the tips guys. I wanted to add in some short rib but have trouble finding it around here. 
    MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

    RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
    Southeastern CT. 
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  • lkapigian
    lkapigian Posts: 11,117
    edited November 2018
    Heck Ya!! Expecting some Sausage Posts in the future 
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • CTMike
    CTMike Posts: 3,384
    NC_Egghead said:
     Nice toy! Maybe you and @Sea2Ski can have a dueling grinder comp!
    I had planned on buying a LEM #12, but figured I’d check out how this grinder works first before spending that much money. So far I’m happy. 
    MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

    RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
    Southeastern CT. 
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  • CTMike
    CTMike Posts: 3,384
    lkapigian said:
    Heck Ya!! Expecting some Sausage Posts in the future 
    Yup, that’s in the works. This grinder came with some stuffer tubes so I will give that a try, but I am eyeballing a dedicated stuffer. 
    MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

    RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
    Southeastern CT. 
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  • milesvdustin
    milesvdustin Posts: 2,882
    Hakka brothers stuffers get great reviews on Amazon. I am eyeing the 11 pounder. 

    2 LBGE, Blackstone 36, Jumbo Joe

    Egging in Southern Illinois (Marion)

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  • lkapigian
    lkapigian Posts: 11,117
    CTMike said:
    lkapigian said:
    Heck Ya!! Expecting some Sausage Posts in the future 
    Yup, that’s in the works. This grinder came with some stuffer tubes so I will give that a try, but I am eyeballing a dedicated stuffer. 
    Dedicated stuffer is a must, if you think a 5 pounder is enough, but a 10 etc etc ...I have the #12 if you go that route you will be pleased 
    Visalia, Ca @lkapigian
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  • Sea2Ski
    Sea2Ski Posts: 4,088
    Nice setup there @CTMike. I bet those burgers are going to taste pretty damn good.

    You will like the ability to grind if new to you. Fresh ground beef, turkey, pork... it is fun to mix things up. 

    Do you have a kidney plate for your setup?  If so, use when making chili or chunky meat for stews.  It is a game changer. 
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 956
    stlcharcoal said:
    danv23 said:
    Next time, do 40% chuck, 40% brisket, 20% boneless short rib.  You will never eat a better burger.
    Or brisket, skirt, and a little oxtail.  Heard that's pretty good too.
    As a Costco member and an owner of a Cabella's grinder that I could throw a deer in antlers first, I've tried every combination known to man.  The wife has a palate of a Michelin chef and decided on that blend above all others, and i cannot disagree.  It's as excellent for smash burgers on a cast iron pan, with butter, as they are 1/2 inch thick traditional as there is the right amount of fat to meat ratio to hold them together without being greasy, not even a little.  And by brisket, I mean just the flat.  I even incorporated the point into it once, just once, by doing just a full prime packer alone.  Not good.  Give it a try and you'll be overly satisfied.

    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Blaze 5 Burner

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  • CTMike
    CTMike Posts: 3,384
    Sea2Ski said:
    Nice setup there @CTMike. I bet those burgers are going to taste pretty damn good.

    You will like the ability to grind if new to you. Fresh ground beef, turkey, pork... it is fun to mix things up. 

    Do you have a kidney plate for your setup?  If so, use when making chili or chunky meat for stews.  It is a game changer. 
    Thanks,

    The grinder kit came with a kidney plate and stuffer tubes. 
    MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

    RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
    Southeastern CT. 
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  • Eggcelsior
    Eggcelsior Posts: 14,414
    @CTMike is that an A-200? I hope you have an engine hoist in your kitchen.
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  • CTMike
    CTMike Posts: 3,384
    Eggcelsior said:
    @CTMike is that an A-200? I hope you have an engine hoist in your kitchen.
    Yup, pretty sure the 200 means how many pounds it weighs. 
    MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

    RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
    Southeastern CT. 
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  • danv23
    danv23 Posts: 956
    edited November 2018
    CTMike said:
    Eggcelsior said:
    @CTMike is that an A-200? I hope you have an engine hoist in your kitchen.
    Yup, pretty sure the 200 means how many pounds it weighs. 
    I hear ya there man... this thing needs a crane.  Enjoy your toy!!!



    The Dude: This is a very complicated case, Maude. You know, a lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-you's. And, uh, lotta strands to keep in my head, man. Lotta strands in old Duder's head. Luckily I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug regimen to keep my mind, you know, limber.

    Walter Sobchak: Nihilists! *uck me. I mean, say what you want about the tenets of National Socialism, Dude, at least it's an ethos. 

    Cumming, GA

    Eggs - XL, L, Small

    Gasser - Blaze 5 Burner

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  • CTMike
    CTMike Posts: 3,384
    lkapigian said:
    CTMike said:
    lkapigian said:
    Heck Ya!! Expecting some Sausage Posts in the future 
    Yup, that’s in the works. This grinder came with some stuffer tubes so I will give that a try, but I am eyeballing a dedicated stuffer. 
    Dedicated stuffer is a must, if you think a 5 pounder is enough, but a 10 etc etc ...I have the #12 if you go that route you will be pleased 
    I was looking at the LEM 25# dual gear, and then noticed the 20% off sale - damn near ordered the 20# motorized version - don’t feel like Death By Swmbo right now. 
    MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

    RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
    Southeastern CT. 
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  • smokingal
    smokingal Posts: 1,025
    Nice work @CTMike.  You can't go wrong with grinding your own meat.  I have a LEM #12 and am very happy with it.  My favorite beef blend is chuck, short rib and sirloin, preferably dry aged (at home).
    It's "Smokin Gal", not "Smoking Al".
    Egging in the Atlanta GA region
    Large BGE, CGS setup, Kick Ash Basket, Smokeware SS Cap,
    Arteflame grill grate

    http://barbecueaddict.com
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  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 17,075
    This is exactly what I talk about, when I say the forum is loaded with some of the best cooks you will ever meet.
    If you can't learn something from posts like this, you can't read.
    @CTMike
    Awesome new toy. I hope you get many years of enjoyment out of it.
    Thank you for posting.
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
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  • Hotch
    Hotch Posts: 3,564
    edited November 2018
    Well played my friend!!
    :clap:
    Large BGE, MiniMAX BGE, 2 Mini BGE's, R&V Fryer, 36" Blackstone Griddle, Camp Chef Dual Burner 40K BTU Stove
    BGE Chiminea
    Prosper, TX
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