Recent content by john_eckels

The corned beef is really salty to begin with and the salt in the rub makes it a little to salty. I know this from experience. Some people soak the corned beef in water for up to 8 hours to de-brine it a bit. I simply gave it a good rinsing and I thought it was just right with the no...

I took a corned beef, rubbed it with my brisket rub minus the salt and smoked it for 10 hours. For samiches, I put it on a French roll, with some Swiss cheese and put it in the toaster oven at 350 for 4 minutes. I then put on a small amount of Dijon mustard and toped with deli coleslaw...

This is the place I frequent http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/ The people there are very passionate about their hobby. This is the smoker I use http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00104WRCY/?tag=ihco-20 it is referred to as the MES30 in the forum. It is a very easy and inexpensive way to get...

I found these at the store and they are awesome. http://www.johnsonville.com/products/cheddar-cheese-bacon.html I grill them, put them on a toasted pretzel bun with a squirt of Grey Poupon.

I called tech support and they recommended the more powerful version that goes above the evaporator. As Trollhole stated you get the benefit of keeping the coil clean of mold and mildew and the air passing through the system gets zapped. The fan runs all the time and is variable speed. it...

I just got a new HVAC system installed and I think it would be nice to complete it with a UV air Purifier. There is not a lot of information about these but the HVAC guy highly recommended one and told me that I could save a lot of $$$ installing it myself. I read that you need at least a 36...

Made my annual Christmas Eve Prime rib on the Holland Grill. 11 pounds this year. A regional grocery chain sells certified angus rib roast for $6.99 per pound during the Xmas season. It was so good.

Looks interesting. I will look for it at Costco. I usually make my own rubs and sauces. There are a lot of really good sites that have recipes. I have used a couple recipes from the site below and have been pleased with the results. http://bbqpitboys.com/sauces-rubs-marinades

I really like my Sleep Number bed.

This may be of help http://frugaldad.com/diy-project-2-unclogging-an-air-conditioner-drain/

It is most likely clogged in the section that has a dip in it to make a water trap. Blow at the very end where it drains to the floor. Put you hand around the pipe and blowgun to make a seal. If that don't work, plug the furnace drain with a wet rag or cork and blow again. If that still...

My AC unit has a 1" pvc pipe routed from the evaporator chamber to a drain in the floor. The pipe plugged up once and I had the same problem. I used compressed air unblock it.

I have purchased tiger maple and curly cherry from this place and have been really pleased. You can call or email the Paul, and tell he what you are looking for he will probably help you 570-584-5072 Email Address: pataran@curlymaple.com http://www.curlymaple.com/default.asp I...

Drop it off at the local Chinese restaurant for some catonese