Trying my hand at Boston Butt.....

[jaywhitKY]

So I'm gonna try my hand at Boston Butt(10lbs) for the first time. From what I've read most people cook at a temp of 200-220°, let it smoke for around 4hrs, and let IT reach 190°. Also read some people FTC for a certain period of time after it reaches 190°. Does this sound about right? I know time varies based on factors like lbs, outside temp affecting smoker, and so on. I'm not worried about total time cause I am gonna give myself hours to spare. Also, when you FTC, how long can you do that and keep a good temp? Thanks for any tips. I never thought I'd love smoking more than grilling.

[tailfeathers]

I've used the FTC method for 4 hours and the meat was still to hot to handle comfortably with bare hands. I use the smallest available cooler that will hold the meat and put a few layers of newspaper on top before closing the cooler. One last thing, use the fork test to determine doneness. Insert a meat fork and twist, if it turns easily you are good to go. If it doesn't, keep cooking. I like to cook my butts at 205F, they will usually pass the fork test at 185 or less.


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[watchdog56]

This will probably take a total of 14-18 hours is my guess. I usually pull mine when it hits an IT of 195 and have been satisfied with every one of them. I usually FTC for 2-3 hours and they are still plenty hot.

[jaywhitKY]

Thanks for the extra tips!  I'm anxious to get it started shortly. I'm gonna try my best to get some pics up afterwards, as long as it's a success. Lol....Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas.  8)