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Default I have a 17 pound fresh ham and need help


"mk" > wrote in message
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> Hi all,
>
> I have a 17 pound fresh ham from a pig that was slaughtered 3 days ago.
> I want to brine it and smoke it and would like all of your advice on:
>
> 1.) Your preferences in brine solutions and time of brining
> 2.) Cooking temps and times
> 3.) Wood chips that you think are best
>
> Thanks for any help,
>
> Mike
>


Are you trying to make a cured ham or made barbecue?

Different brines, different temperatures, different methods.

Hickory is the most popular for ham, but maple and apple are good also.
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