June 1, 2024 Chicago Mini Meatup Final Planning

[STEbbq]

I will bring some pork ribs, probably baby backs J-Melt . We can figure out how many racks once we have a confirmed count. I will bring them in a cooler and we can figure out how to reheat when I arrive. It sounds like the Backwards will be working pretty hard!

[tmaan235]

I'm pretty confident meat will be covered,
I would like to bring something other than my pretty face, suggestions anyone??

[STEbbq]

tmaan235 why don’t you bring a favorite BBQ themed appetizer? Or dessert if you enjoy that more than appetizers?

[tmaan235]

Hmmmmmmm, furiously looking for rubbing jawbone emoji

[mrteddyprincess]

I just finished sealing the brisket for our meat up tonight. Looking forward to this, guys!!!

Brian



(This was packed cold, so it looks dry, but it's not dry. Hopefully, I sealed in all the juices that will come out in the bag during SV the day of.)

[STEbbq]

Amanda and I will be coming and we will bring 4 racks of ribs. We’d also like to do the store visit so it sounds like we should meet there at maybe 11? I’d like to get beef cheeks at least.

The ribs will need to be reheated so we’d need to build in some time to get them ready for service if you want to eat at 12:30.

[STEbbq]

I will also bring a spicy homemade bbq sauce.

[J-Melt]

It’s sounding like a lot of people want to reheat food when they get here, so would y’all like to do the Park Packing run at 10:30am so lunch isn’t too late? Let me know and I’ll post a finalized schedule to confirm. Anyone not doing the store run could plan on showing up at my place at 11:30am. STEbbq mrteddyprincess tmaan235 Jfrosty27 radiodome21 rmeugene

[mrteddyprincess]

I also can do 10:30 am. Brian

[LA Pork Butt]

I’m cheering for y’all and your Mini Meat Up. I’m hoping y’all get some last minute commits.

[Panhead John]

Another cheerleader here guys, y’all be doin good!

[Meathead]

I'll be there. Looking forward to hanging with the Chicago crowd!

[mrteddyprincess]

It'll be nice to put a name with a face (LOL).

Brian

[Jfrosty27]

J-Melt Could you please post a list if what food/beverage items people are bringing? I still haven’t nail down my contribution yet and would like bring something that’s not a repeat. Thanks!

[STEbbq]

Good idea.

[STEbbq]

It would also be handy to post a list of folks coming so everyone can size their contributions.

[rmeugene]

I will be bringing a hot 5? bean dish that has beef and bacon in it.

[J-Melt]

Here is the most up to date list that I have of what people are bringing. Please let me know if you want to update what your brining and I will adjust this post accordingly

We currently have approximately 10 adults and 2 kids.
Meat
STEbbq - 4 racks of ribs
mrteddyprincess - Brisket flat & burnt ends
troymeister Kettle Fried Chicken
Meathead - Wagyu flank steak vigneron method

Sides
rmeugene - 5 bean dish with beef and bacon
Me - Smoked double baked Potatoes

Dessert
Northofchicago Smoked Pineapple Upside Down Cake

[STEbbq]

Are we at about 12-13 people now with spouses and/or kids? If so, can we add that to this post?

[J-Melt]

We are at 13-15 based on what everyone has said so far! Are you bringing any kids STEbbq?

[STEbbq]

No kids sadly.

[radiodome21]

Thanks J-Melt Looking doubtful 🤨 for me. If we don’t have a volleyball 🏐 tournament then we’ll be at the Lake House. If things change I’ll let you know.

[tmaan235]

Hey all, well of course plans change even this close. I'll be hosting family that weekend, they are coming in for a wedding I knew nothing about. Smart choice not letting me know
So I'm begging off and hope to make the next one.
I'll be drooling most of the weekend thinking about what I'm missing......

Have fun!!!!

[J-Melt]

Northofchicago just saw that you posted and live near Chicago! Would you like to join the meatup on June 1st?

[Northofchicago]

Just saw this. If it's not too late I';ve been wanting to try a smoked pineapple upside down cake. Just give me the details and how many people you expect.

[J-Melt]

Sent you a PM!

[J-Melt]

It’s looking like I am going to try my hand at smoked double baked potatoes. Never done it, but I feel like it would be a fun way to use the smoker without adding yet another meat to our very meaty meatup!

[STEbbq]

I like it. A variety of toppings(cheese, sour cream, onions) and folks can customize their potato as desired. Yummy.

[Meathead]

I have about 4 lbs Wagyu Flank to be seared over grapvines and sprinkled with Meathead's Smoked Red Meat Rub. It will trim and shrink to about 3 pounds. I will cut them in 1/4-inch slices so there should be enough for everyone to have 2-3 slices as fingerfood/apps. Maybe I'll buy another at the meat mart, whatever grade they have.

[J-Melt]

Park Packing’s sale for this week came out today and the prices are looking better than they have in the last couple of weeks!

[Sid P]

Damn, those prices make a guy want to go buy an extra freezer…

[J-Melt]

You aren't too far away Sid P! Once you are on the mend, maybe it's time for a bi yearly track down here and another freezer...

BTW, do you think you will make it, or is your shoulder recovery going to keep you at home for now?

[Sid P]

J-Melt I’m definitely out for Saturday 🙁.

[Jfrosty27]

I’m very disappointed to report that I will need to drop out of the meetup. Wifey fell and badly tore a hamstring on Monday. I need to take care of my girl. Have fun everyone! I look forward to the reports and photos.

[Jim White]

Oh, so sorry to hear this. Sending my best to both of you.

[J-Melt]

Oh no! Sorry to hear that. Praying for quick healing for her.

[Sid P]

So sorry to hear this, Jim. Best wishes for her speedy recovery!