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New owner-----1st post Steak and Lobster

GoinOnce
GoinOnce Posts: 14
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Got an XL for Christmas and a custom made cedar cabinet built by my son. Thought I would give it a shot with a nice 16 oz filet a couple of lobster tails. Went with the dwell in the shell recipe I found in this forum and seared the filet at about 625 then shut it down to finish it if medium rare. Turned out pretty good. Give me some suggestions on what to try next.....
Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    Well, I tried to embed a pic but apparently didn't do that correctly.
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • stemc33
    stemc33 Posts: 3,567
    Welcome. What are you using to post a pic?
    Steven
    Mini Max with Woo stone combo, LBGE, iGrill 2, Plate Setter, 
    two cotton pot holders to handle PS
    Banner, Wyoming
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Welcome to the zoo. Do something you already do well in the kitchen or on the gasser. Then you'll really see the egg shine.
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    Maybe this will work.
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Looks great!
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  • stemc33
    stemc33 Posts: 3,567
    edited December 2014
    Looks good @GoinOnce‌. If you tap on the thumbnail and then tap insert, the picture will be inserted into the main body.
    Steven
    Mini Max with Woo stone combo, LBGE, iGrill 2, Plate Setter, 
    two cotton pot holders to handle PS
    Banner, Wyoming
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    stemc33 said:
    Looks good @GoinOnce‌. If you tap on the thumbnail and then tap insert, the picture will be inserted into the main body.

    And usually obeys the law of gravity :D
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    I will get the hang of this. Also, I am doing this on an iPad and for some reason, none of the formatting options are available. I tried to embed html code from a Flickr image and that didn't work, so I then just attached an image.
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Vanilla and iOS don't play well. Chrome is better than safari, but not by much. The latest iOS version will not delete thumbs in safari. I was just messin with ya.
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  • NPHuskerFL
    NPHuskerFL Posts: 17,629
    How did the lobster turn out. If you've never done them they are easy to overcook like many do with shrimp. Looks like a great cook to me. How about a L&S next or even some pizzas.
    LBGE 2013 & MM 2014
    Die Hard HUSKER & BRONCO FAN
    Flying Low & Slow in "Da Burg" FL
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    The lobster turned out great. I cut all of the membrane off, drizzled some olive oil on them, added a little seasoned salt and put them belly side down at 625 for 5 minutes and then turned them over, poured some melted butter with a little garlic on the belly and left them for another 3 or 4 minutes while the grill was shut down. Took them off at the same time as the steaks.
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • SGH
    SGH Posts: 28,989
    Steak and lobster. Contrary to what others may say, they are two of my very favorites. The lobster alone merits this:

    image

    Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.

    Status- Standing by.

    The greatest barrier against all wisdom, the stronghold against knowledge itself, is the single thought, in ones mind, that they already have it all figured out. 

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  • stemc33
    stemc33 Posts: 3,567
    @GoinOnce‌, I also use an iPad and iPhone. I post pics directly from my iPad or iPhone. The pics below will show you how to insert a pic into the post. This makes it easier for people to see the pic without having to open up the thumbnail. If you're using Safari, the thumbnail cannot be deleted after inserting the pic into the post, but if you use chrome it can.

    imageimage
    Steven
    Mini Max with Woo stone combo, LBGE, iGrill 2, Plate Setter, 
    two cotton pot holders to handle PS
    Banner, Wyoming
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    edited December 2014
    Thanks for the explanation. Here is my new setup compliments of the wife and son. BTW, in Safari, after you post, you can just tap on the small image in the post and delete it. image
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Looks like you've got lots of workspace and a nice area to supervise the cook while enjoying the beverage of your choice.
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    Yep and just added the bottle opener yesterday. :D
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • stemc33
    stemc33 Posts: 3,567
    @GoinOnce‌, +1 on the workspace. I like the way your son set it up. Does the top open for storage? Just a suggestion, you might want to look into getting a table-nest or some kind of spacers to leave an air gap underneath the egg.
    Steven
    Mini Max with Woo stone combo, LBGE, iGrill 2, Plate Setter, 
    two cotton pot holders to handle PS
    Banner, Wyoming
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Good eye stem, don't want the egg sitting on the wood. Recipe for disaster.
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    It is setting on a concrete paver. Does there need to be something else to give it a little more breathing room? No lift top for storage and this thing is built like a tank. Steel stud construction inside. image
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • Solson005
    Solson005 Posts: 1,911
    Starting off big, I like it!! Looks like you got a sweet setup, welcome to the addiction!! 

    For what to try next: I like taking advantage of the eggs insulation and making pork or chicken super tender. Pork Tenderloin with Black Berry Sauce... pics is a great recipe. 

    Definitely try Spatchcock chicken sometime soon. Pork shoulder should definitely be on the short list as well! Pizza is another thing that the egg does well! 
    Large & Small BGE, CGW Two-Tier Swing Rack for BOTH EGGS, Spider for the Wok, eggCARTen & and Cedar Pergola my Eggs call home in Edmond, OK. 
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Mixed reviews on the paver. Less than 50 bucks buys a lot of insurance with a table nest. Full disclosure, I'm sitting on a paver, but I bought a nest today based on some fire posts I read.

    . Btw. That is a tank! Just wouldn't want the wood to catch fire on the deck, connected to the house..... You'll be ok to cook until you decide what's best for you.
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  • GoinOnce
    GoinOnce Posts: 14
    The paver is not setting on wood but is setting on the steel structure inside. I will probably add another paver to give me more clearance between the bottom of the egg and the cedar boards.
    Gadsden, Alabama XLBGE - fast talker - slow cooker - blonde lab - brunette wife
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  • NPHuskerFL
    NPHuskerFL Posts: 17,629
    I would have it on a table nest and call it good.
    LBGE 2013 & MM 2014
    Die Hard HUSKER & BRONCO FAN
    Flying Low & Slow in "Da Burg" FL
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  • cook861
    cook861 Posts: 872
    Nice first cook and nice set up for your egg
    Trenton ON 1 mbge for now
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  • KiterTodd
    KiterTodd Posts: 2,466
    GoinOnce that cook looks awesome and the table is sweet!  Nice to have that much prep/cook space right next to the grill.  You'll definitely want some storage once you start buying accessories.   I'm at that point now.  I need to figure something out...
    LBGE/Maryland
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  • jcaspary
    jcaspary Posts: 1,479
    Very nice cook and table.  Great start!!!
    XL BGE, LG BGE, and a hunger to grill everything in sight!!!
    Joe- Strongsville, OH
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