The smokers up to temp and Im ready to start cookin! Now what?
Place two or three soaked wood chunks directly on the hot charcoal or electric heating element. Using heavy gloves or mitts, place the water pan in position above the charcoal or element. Fill the pan with hot tap water and any other ingredients called for in your recipe. Put the cooking grid in place and arrange the food in a single layer on the grid. Remember to always leave a little space between each piece of food so that the smoke and heat can circulate evenly over and around the pieces. Place the cover on the smoker and let the cooking begin! I know it’s tempting, but do not lift the cover again until the end of the minimum cooking time unless it’s absolutely necessary, to add water or charcoal for example.
