Our New Best Pal: The Smoker

Our special little buddy

Who knew that another appliance would add so much variety into our life? Just two short weeks ago, this little guy came into our life. We've used it twice since, with amazing results. We smoked ribs on the 4th of July, and then a pork shoulder yesterday. 


It has two grates, so you can cook more than one thing at once. Paul was able to smoke the 7 lb. pork shoulder yesterday, as well as a 4 lb. chicken. I was impressed. I think Paul is getting a kick out of trying new recipes for rubs and sauces to accompany the meat. Our neighbors don't seem to mind the smoke or smells, and we have lots of leftovers for the week. 

Paul also doesn't seem too upset at having to sit outside with a cold beer on a hot day, manning the grill.