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StoneSmoker
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Hi, this is my first smoke. I have a 9.5 pound Boston butt on at 245. It has been on for two hours. I have been monitoring the grate temp with my new maverick. I am wondering when it is appropriate to insert the second maverick probe into the meat without having to worry about bacteria from the outside getting in? This is my first post. Thanks for any input.
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@StoneSmoker
First let me say welcome aboard brother Stone. You can insert the meat probe before you ever put the butt on the egg. The internal temp that you will cook the butt to will kill any and all bacteria. Again welcome aboard and good luck.Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.
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Now. And welcome.1 XXL BGE, 1 LG BGE, 2 MED. BGE, 1 MINI BGE, 1 Peoria custom cooker Meat Monster.Clinton, Iowa
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@StoneSmoker ... Welcome and good luck on your first smoke. Put the probe on now. Never given a thought on bacteria. My guess is that your might be overthinking your cook. Just enjoy it
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Welcome and enjoy.XL BGE, LG BGE, and a hunger to grill everything in sight!!!Joe- Strongsville, OH
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I always put my probes in prior to putting the meat on the egg, now is a good time. Nothing to worry about._________________________________________________Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story!Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
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Welcome, relax and enjoy the ride! You can always find help here. Great bunch of folks!
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Assuming you cook the internal temp to somewhere in the 190-205 range it's not a problem.
At 165 most bacteria are killed pretty much instantly. For a really basic idea, check this out:
http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/charts/mintemp.html
Lower temps for longer periods can also be safe, like is done in sous vide cooking, but that's beyond my pay grade. good luck and have fun. oh yeah, post pictures too.
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Thank you everyone! My mind is at ease, I'm going to kick back and enjoy a beautiful day off. I will let you know how it turns out. Thanks for the warm welcome. Happy Halloween
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Welcome... and be sure and post some pics
MSV Chill Spot
Chester County, PA
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Welcome aboard and enjoy the journey. Be prepared for the stall. Supervisory adult beverages will take the edge off your cook.Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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Welcome to the zoo.
Not to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol is a solution...
Large & Small BGE
Stockton Ca.
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@StoneSmoker Welcome! This is a good group of guys on this forum and they offer a wealth of information.I like your screen-name but did you forget to put the letter d after stone?
"I'm stupidest when I try to be funny"
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TigerTony said:
@StoneSmoker Welcome! This is a good group of guys on this forum and they offer a wealth of information.
I like your screen-name but did you forget to put the letter d after stone?
) _________________________________________________Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story!Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
Green Man GroupJohns Creek, Georgia -
TigerTony said:
@StoneSmoker Welcome! This is a good group of guys on this forum and they offer a wealth of information.
I like your screen-name but did you forget to put the letter d after stone?) _________________________________________________Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story!Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
Green Man GroupJohns Creek, Georgia -
Welcome and Enjoy that first Low and Slow!
Southern, Tennessee
LBGE, MBGE
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Welcome and have fun.
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That's after 14 hours. It turned out great. Thanks for all the help. I can't wait to do it again and get better.
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Congrats-I'm sure it was great eats!Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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