Originally Posted by
stdreb27
http:///forum/post/2644400
I'm seriously considering opening my own place and making my dad the cook. I or my dad already cooks the best chicken, fajitas, and pork I've ever tasted, my mom makes THE best beans, I know a guy that can cook the heeell out of some pies and cobblers, I just need to perfect my ribs and brisket (I've had better at a couple places). And tinker with home made ice cream a little more and we'll be good to go.
Best of luck! I tried smoking my first brisket a few weeks ago. I did 2 of them that were about 2 lbs each. They came out OK, but not as good as what you get at a BBQ joint. I think the main difference is that the restaurants usually do like a 10-12 pounder for about an hour per pound. I did the 2 pounders for about 3 hours with hickory smoke. They were very tasty, just not as tender as I would have liked.
Care to share your mom's bean recipe? I'm looking for a good, homemade, baked bean recipe.
