I’m still trying to find a local (OC, CA) source for ribs even remotely like these. I think Costco Biz Centers have had them but in 16-18 lb packs. That’s a bit much for me and I’d prefer not to freeze any. If I can find a cooperative butcher is there a standard FDA grade name for this stuff you’d use? … the 123A, 124, 130 thing is still a little murky for me.
A friend in San Antonio just posted a link to this local coverage - big fire at Franklin BBQ … wind from storm blew embers
Once the fire was out, Franklin offered briskets to the firefighters. There were 110 finished ones sitting in the warmers unharmed, but without any utilities in the building, Franklin couldn’t exactly serve them. The firefighters said they weren’t allowed to accept them, but I wouldn’t blame any of Austin’s finest if they were having brisket for dinner.
I got some of these, 5 hours, apple wood, held at temp in a 200* oven for about an hour and half. These were unbelievable but I attribute it solely to the product. When I trimmed these you see the marbling was excellent. Highly recommended.
Pork shoulders cooked yesterday in my 270. 8 hours at 260. Loot and Booty Competition Rub, peach juice injected, smoked mostly with apple and some white oak.