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Offline MoHuka

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Another Question for the Forum
« Reply #-1 on: June 24, 2014, 08:54:21 PM »
I worked from home today so I could smoke the 2 hams that I have had curing for 8 days.  I did one in a net  hanging in the Bradley and the other on the Rec Tec.  I have sliced and tasted the RT ham and it is better than my wildest expectations..my wife who does not care for ham loves it...I took lots of pictures and will post as soon as I get a few minutes..hopefully tomorrow

I thought if they turned out good I would donate the Bradley ham to my friends retirement party on July 12th which is 2 1/2 weeks away.....

Question is should I freeze the ham now or could it be saved in the fridge until then since it is cured and smoked?

Thanks for any guidance and big thanks to Cliff who kept me pointed me in the right direction along the way..
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Re: Another Question for the Forum
« on: June 24, 2014, 09:20:25 PM »
Either one will keep it - but you also do not want the smoky smell of the ham to taint other foods in your fridge - and visa-versa....  As well - refrigeration purely bu how it functions in our refrigerators and freezers - will dry out foods, and you want o maintain the moisture that is in the ham.I would vacuum pack it if possible - even if that means taking it to your local butcher or deli where they may have a large enough chambered vacuum sealer. Then you can fridge or freeze ....
Love to see some pictures! ;) And - Cliff is a great coach - isn't he? ;D
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Re: Another Question for the Forum
« Reply #1 on: June 24, 2014, 09:34:19 PM »
I'm tickled that your Rec-Tec ham turned out so great.  Pellet smokers do a great job with Ham & Bacon.

I'm even more tickled that you had such a great success with your first time making hams - Good for you!!! 


I agree with Tee, since it's cured & smoked either will be fine for storing.  If you can vacuum seal it, that's best; if not, then wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and then either fridge or freeze.  If you freeze it, then be sure to take it out a good 3 - 4 days before you need it so it can thaw slowly in the fridge.


I have no doubt that your friend is going to be blown away with how good your homemade ham is!


BTW, you are more than welcome, my friend. I too get great advice & guidance from Rick (Nepas), Chris (TenPointFive) and many others! That's what makes forums like this so great! 8)
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Re: Another Question for the Forum
« Reply #2 on: June 24, 2014, 10:28:26 PM »
Can't add anything to the answers above, just wanted to say congrats on the hams and I can't wait to see the pics either.
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Re: Another Question for the Forum
« Reply #3 on: June 24, 2014, 11:17:55 PM »
I too get great advice & guidance from Rick (Nepas), Chris (TenPointFive) and many others! That's what makes forums like this so great! 8)

X 64!!!
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Re: Another Question for the Forum
« Reply #4 on: June 25, 2014, 10:42:35 AM »
Quote from: teesquare on June 24, 2014, 11:17:55 PM
I too get great advice & guidance from Rick (Nepas), Chris (TenPointFive) and many others! That's what makes forums like this so great! 8)

X 64!!!

X infinity on this one, if it weren't for Rick, Chris, and Larry (KyNola) among others I wouldn't have accomplished half of the stuff I've pulled off as a rookie! :)
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Re: Another Question for the Forum
« Reply #5 on: June 25, 2014, 06:50:24 PM »
Quote from: Saber 4 on June 25, 2014, 10:42:35 AM
Quote from: teesquare on June 24, 2014, 11:17:55 PM
I too get great advice & guidance from Rick (Nepas), Chris (TenPointFive) and many others! That's what makes forums like this so great! 8)

X 64!!!

X infinity on this one, if it weren't for Rick, Chris, and Larry (KyNola) among others I wouldn't have accomplished half of the stuff I've pulled off as a rookie! :)
Yes to ALL the expert sausage/ham folks here,what a source of knowledge and helpful fine people!

THANK YOU!
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