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New Green Egg Owner...now what?!

Discussion in 'Food Talk' started by Col4bin, Nov 25, 2018.

  1. Nov 25, 2018 at 8:53 AM
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    I bought a used XL Big Green Egg off my neighbor that needed some rehab, but Im slowly getting it back in order. Had to replace some hinge hardware, was missing a grate and stand and the gasket was toast.

    Watching some good videos, and reading tons...figured Id check in here for some advice on maybe what to try first!
     
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  2. Nov 26, 2018 at 8:52 AM
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    wilcam47 Keep on keeping on!

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    the list is endless...chicken wings, chicken, pork shoulder, brisket, steak, prime rib...;)
     
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  3. Dec 27, 2018 at 8:38 AM
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    And do yourself a favor and stock up on the lump charcoal in the red bag from Home Depot.
     
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  4. Dec 27, 2018 at 8:39 AM
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    478DblSport Thermonuclear Protection

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    That'd be Royal Oak brand.

    Word to the wise, avoid the bag that was on the bottom of the pallet otherwise you'll wind up with a bunch of little chunks that makes it difficult to get a stable temperature for those low & slow cooks.
     
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    Yep, that is it :thumbsup:
     
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    Over the BGE lump? Not sure I can get charcoal in Maine in December LOL
     
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  8. Dec 27, 2018 at 8:55 AM
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    Green Eggs and Ham?
     
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  9. Dec 27, 2018 at 8:57 AM
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    Dollar for dollar, I have been pleased with the Royal Oak; and it is easy to source here in CA.
     
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  10. Dec 27, 2018 at 9:17 AM
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    Whoa, that is nice... gonna half'ta check that out. I've just got a couple of the old
    $35 Maverick ET-73 ] - White
    Maverick ET-73 I've been using for years. The probes die and I just order replacements.

    I've got a friend that swears by the BGE Lump but I've been pleased with the Royal Oak and I find it on sale for $9.99 a bag at a local grocery store. When I can't get it at there I get it at Home Depot for like $12.00 a bag.

    Oh, and for lighting the Lump I use a MAP torch... quick & easy.
     
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  11. Dec 27, 2018 at 9:27 AM
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    https://biggreenegg.com/ask-dr-bbq/

    Start with my buddy Ray Lampe, if you have not been watching his videos already.

    He also has his own restaurant now. And it's close enough to enjoy periodically. :dancingbacon::broccoli:
     
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    I've heard these are the best smokers/ cookers that money can buy. Enjoy it!
     
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