May 29, 2014

  • Fire Up the Smoker

    Wednesday brought blue skies, warm temps, and a calling from my smoker. I have not turned it on since moving here two years ago. The bottom is rusted out and the lava rocks are missing but it still holds heat and a foil pack of wood chips generate ample smoke.

    May_Chicken May_Cooked_Chicken
    I placed 11 pounds of chicken on the unit and held the temperature very low for six hours. The birds took on a mahogany color and light smokey flavor. Carl helped me pick the meat off after they cooled. I plan to build a smoked chicken salad with celery, nuts, and either apple or grapes.

    May_Kitchen_Rose
    My favorite rose bloomed today just outside my kitchen window. Between the mountains I view surounding Seattle and this rose, how can I not have a great day!