How to Use a Smoker

The easiest way to get a smoker started, that I’ve found, is the following method. 1.  Gather supplies.  You will need:  scrap paper, a digital thermometer that YOU have tested in boiling water, lighter fluid, a charcoal chimney, a long lighter, a cheapo...

Smoked Pork Loin (and sandwiches)

Ooohhhh, the sandwiches.  Below is the whole routine for making smoked pork loin and not cooking for a week. 1.  THE NIGHT BEFORE, make a brine.  Smoked meat gets too dry without it.  Follow the below recipe for a 4 to 5 lbs loin. 8 cups of water 8 tablespoons kosher...

How an Unknown Publishes a Picture Book

I recently saw a post by Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, on the 20 Steps to Writing a Children’s Book.  As a picture book writer who is friends with other career picture book writers, I wanted to clarify some points so new writers do NOT think what Ree experienced...

Enzymatic Cleaner: 7 Things to Know

Homemade enzymatic cleaner recipes have pluses and minuses.  Know these seven things, before you mix! I have spent HOURS on the this database researching all of the possible chemical formulations of citrus cleaner and this what I found. Enzymatic Cleaner: The usual...