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xXLSUXx
| Favorite team: | New Orleans Pelicans  |
| Location: | New Orleans, LA |
| Biography: | I was born, lived a little. Haven't died yet. |
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| Number of Posts: | 10596 |
| Registered on: | 10/9/2010 |
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re: Cinnamon Toast Crunch instead of Rice Crispy’s in Rice Crispy Treats
Posted by xXLSUXx on 1/16/26 at 8:38 pm to hawgfaninc
Been doing this for years. Before TikTok was a thing.
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re: Hubig's King Cake is not Good
Posted by xXLSUXx on 1/13/26 at 11:57 am to Stadium Rat
MIL brought one over last week. Didn't even realize they were making King Cakes. It was the traditional non filled. I wouldn't have been able to tell it apart from a basic grocery store one. Will definitely not get one again.
Came here to start this thread. Pixel running Chrome. Tried clearing cache, etc. Didn't seem to help much. Been an issue at least the last 3-4 days.
That's a fumble...
100% agree with everything you said, including the sides. If I get a side I do stick to the cracklin but man that makes for a heavy meal, and they aren't cheap either.
If you ever get a chance to try the pork chop sandwich special (currently the special in Metry this weekend) absolutely get it. It's my favorite thing they do.
I've been a big fan of Southerns from their early food truck days, before they were at Miel. Even won an IG contest back in the day to name their Sweet Prince sandwich. Good people and happy to see them succeed and expand.
If you ever get a chance to try the pork chop sandwich special (currently the special in Metry this weekend) absolutely get it. It's my favorite thing they do.
I've been a big fan of Southerns from their early food truck days, before they were at Miel. Even won an IG contest back in the day to name their Sweet Prince sandwich. Good people and happy to see them succeed and expand.
re: Keith Carter "Doesn't know" if the Ole Miss staff will continue coaching the CFP...
Posted by xXLSUXx on 1/2/26 at 5:28 pm to lsufan0582
Honestly since LSU now owes Kiffin's bonus for each of Ole Miss' CFP wins I'm not sure why we are allowing them to continue coaching? It's literally costing us millions.
Remote Michelin star restaurant off the coast of the Isle of Skye in Scotland.
re: Ugly drum smokers?
Posted by xXLSUXx on 12/29/25 at 8:32 pm to Btrtigerfan
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I have to ask. Why not a WSM 22”? Are the UDSs that different?
If I wouldn't have went with the Bronco Pro I would've gone with the WSM 22". I only chose the Bronco because it came with wheels, lid hinges, and I didn't have to worry about the door seal. But that said, I probably didn't need those things and Weber's customer service is excellent.
I don't know much about the K4L but from a quick Google search the reviews some positive and the build quality seems solid. Should cook the same as any other drum smoker.
Since it's winter I'd personally hold off until Spring or possibly Memorial Day for any deals. Or buy second hand online.
I was in your exact predicament a few years ago. I started out on a Weber 22" kettle doing indirect and the snake methods. Eventually I went with a drum smoker since it was the sweet spot of effort & quality for me. I personally went with the Bronco Pro and have no complaints.
Until this thread I didn't realize they changed the base model to a swing out basket. So I can't speak to how well that does or doesn't leak air.
The main drawbacks/hesitancy I had with the drum design: either you need to remove everything on top to reload the charcoal, or have a door for convenience that risks air leakage. I decided on the Bronco Pro for the charcoal basket size. I can get 12+ hours and do complete brisket smokes without having to refill. That plus the increased grate surface area. And I don't have to worry about a door gasket that will eventually wear.
I did 6 rib racks hanging once. And one fell. So now I do them flat. I never really cook more than a couple racks at a time anyway.
Definitely recommend a drum smoker for anyone who is looking for the sweet spot of price/quality/effort on smoking. Offsets will beat it in quality, but require more effort. Pellet grills will beat it in effort, but will cost more. I used to say Pellets wouldn't turn out the same quality either but they've gotten better. I still think the product on a drum over real wood chunks edges out the best pellets these days but the gap isn't what it used to be.
As for WHICH drum, it's all down to personal preference / brand loyalty. As I said I have no complaints with the Bronco Pro and would recommend it, especially if you get it on sale.
ETA: I have a vortex I use for my kettle. Not sure what you mean by using it in the drum but if you explain I can go try and fit mine in and take a picture.
Ahh bummer. Keep an eye out on FB Marketplace, you can usually find some on there. I'll also add some drum designs can go overboard with better seals/doors/lid hinges/wheels/etc but you end up paying more than you would be able to get a quality pellet grill for. Which kind of defeats the purpose IMO.
Until this thread I didn't realize they changed the base model to a swing out basket. So I can't speak to how well that does or doesn't leak air.
The main drawbacks/hesitancy I had with the drum design: either you need to remove everything on top to reload the charcoal, or have a door for convenience that risks air leakage. I decided on the Bronco Pro for the charcoal basket size. I can get 12+ hours and do complete brisket smokes without having to refill. That plus the increased grate surface area. And I don't have to worry about a door gasket that will eventually wear.
I did 6 rib racks hanging once. And one fell. So now I do them flat. I never really cook more than a couple racks at a time anyway.
Definitely recommend a drum smoker for anyone who is looking for the sweet spot of price/quality/effort on smoking. Offsets will beat it in quality, but require more effort. Pellet grills will beat it in effort, but will cost more. I used to say Pellets wouldn't turn out the same quality either but they've gotten better. I still think the product on a drum over real wood chunks edges out the best pellets these days but the gap isn't what it used to be.
As for WHICH drum, it's all down to personal preference / brand loyalty. As I said I have no complaints with the Bronco Pro and would recommend it, especially if you get it on sale.
ETA: I have a vortex I use for my kettle. Not sure what you mean by using it in the drum but if you explain I can go try and fit mine in and take a picture.
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I snoozed and lost. The local one sold while I was making sure I wanted it. Can't find it on line anywhere.
Ahh bummer. Keep an eye out on FB Marketplace, you can usually find some on there. I'll also add some drum designs can go overboard with better seals/doors/lid hinges/wheels/etc but you end up paying more than you would be able to get a quality pellet grill for. Which kind of defeats the purpose IMO.
re: NO 34 @ TEN 26 | Final | CBS - SAINTS WIN! Next: NO (6-10) @ ATL (7-9) Sunday @ Noon
Posted by xXLSUXx on 12/28/25 at 2:28 pm to CBandits82
frick that.
Anyone who thinks that wasn't PI has Purple and Gold goggles on. You can just wrap your arms around the WR while the ball is in the air in the vicinity.
We're just playing pants on head retarded.
We're just playing pants on head retarded.
re: Fat for Roux
Posted by xXLSUXx on 12/24/25 at 9:25 pm to TnSaintsFan
I'd imagine the flavor would come through. But more importantly I think with the lower smoke point you would be at high risk of burning it and having the roux impart an acrid taste. It's also more expensive than vegetable or canola, so not sure why you would.
If you want to experiment I'd do it on a very small test batch that you don't plan on serving.
If you want to experiment I'd do it on a very small test batch that you don't plan on serving.
re: Best sauce to compliment a steak
Posted by xXLSUXx on 12/23/25 at 1:38 pm to GeauxTigahs92
Another vote for an au poivre. It's my go-to for leaner cuts like a NY Strip.
re: Jets 6 @ Saints 29 | Final | CBS - SAINTS WIN! Next: NO (5-10) @ TEN (3-12) Sunday @ Noon
Posted by xXLSUXx on 12/21/25 at 1:04 pm to SlowFlowPro
Should've been a first. He wasn't down. Oh well, I'll take the fake.
I'll preface this with saying I believe they kept the NOLA list short since it was part of a broader group/region "South". If they graded it on its own:
3 Stars:
None
2 Stars:
Emeril's
1 Star:
Saint Germain
Dakar
Kingsway
Acamaya
Restaurant August
Bib Gourmand: Too many to list, and some of these are probably worthy of 1 star - but:
Mosquito Supper Club
Restaurant R'evolution
N7
Paladar 511
Clancy's
Lilette
Saint Claire
GW Fins
3 Stars:
None
2 Stars:
Emeril's
1 Star:
Saint Germain
Dakar
Kingsway
Acamaya
Restaurant August
Bib Gourmand: Too many to list, and some of these are probably worthy of 1 star - but:
Mosquito Supper Club
Restaurant R'evolution
N7
Paladar 511
Clancy's
Lilette
Saint Claire
GW Fins
Thanks for all the recs. Paladar was also on the short list. Forgot about Lilette. I'll give those two as well as Zasu as suggestions to the wife and see what she's feeling. I've been fortunate enough to already go to most of the others listed and I'm interested in something new.
Cracked open my batches from September. First time trying AB's recipe and I find they came out a little TOO strong. Do they just need to age longer? Anyone experiment with using less, or different alcohols and manage to not affect the preservation?
NOLA - $100/pp Celebratory Meal
Posted by xXLSUXx on 12/14/25 at 8:35 pm
Where would you go for a date night / celebration meal for around $100-$125 per person, not counting alcohol? Any type of cuisine or neighborhood.
Currently leaning towards Zasu just so I can complete the NOLA Michelin circuit.
Currently leaning towards Zasu just so I can complete the NOLA Michelin circuit.
re: Can we get a GD kicker Mickey holy hell
Posted by xXLSUXx on 12/7/25 at 12:48 pm to ColtTiger247
48yd outdoors in the rain. Meh. I wouldn't put too much stock in that one.
Fried chicken with a side of more fried chicken.
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