urgent egging - outside temp question

Jazzman · March 2009

Hey there,

I am supposed to be doing an 8 pound Boston Butt tonight (thanks to all who answered my ealier questions). Now it's about 32 degrees here with sleet and freezing rain. My egg is under an overhang on my deck, but the top will get a bit wet (I can keep snow/sleet out of the daisy wheel, but the lid will get wet). Do I stand a chance keeping a consistent fire going overnight in these conditions? I egged all winter with no problems, but not an overnight. I am game to try if you experts think it can be done!

Fidel · March 2009

It can be done. No problems.

Mike in Abita · March 2009

Not a problem. The cook is more affected by the outside temp, then the egg is. I've personally cooked at a whopping 31* F. Gotta remember it only gets that way about 4-6 times a year here. Some of my Yankee friends cook well below zero with no ill effects. (To the egg that is.)

Luvs to shoot clay · March 2009

Defiantly go for it. I assume you are not using a guru or other temperature control. I would set the vents same as normal or just a little open depending on when you absolutely have to have the meat cooked. Worst thing that might happen is the fire goes out but after 3 or 4 hours, the meat has probably sucked up as much smoke as it can and it won't make a difference if you have to put in an oven @ 250 to finish it.