Reheating Butt and Brisket

[JJ]

Just finished a brisket and a couple of butts at 3:45 this morning (started at 10:15 yesterday). Dang things just wouldn't get done so I could get to bed at least at a half way decent hour. Had to get them done ahead of time since I wouldn't be able to do it when I needed them. Now my question:

What is the best way to reheat the meat? The brisket and the butts are both pulled/shredded and in one gallon zip locks. Do I put the meat in a foil roasting pan with liquid/sauce, or just wrap in foil?

All the meat was super tender, and had to sample a few bites which were real good I think. Too tired to really remember.

[Grumpy Gator]

I seal all my leftovers in Food Saver bags. Then into the freezer or fridge. Food Saver bags can be boiled, which I've found is the best way to reheat.

I also use off-brand bags from www.vacuum-sealer-bags.com. They are way cheaper than FS bags and they work great. You can get a free sample from their website if you want to test it with your sealer.

For large groups, and if you have to cook ahead, you can boil water in a turkey fryer and do the boil-in-bag things.

[JJ]

Thanks for the reply, really good idea. :D

I checked out the vacuum sealer bag site and ordered a free sample. You may also want to check out dougcare.com for bags. I think they may be the same bags, or close and the 8X12 size is a lot cheaper. Plus they have a lot more variety of sizes.

[Texana]

Vacuum Sealer......aint life good.

BBQinFL said it best. Boiling water does the trick. It's great for heating without taking the chance of overcooking.

[JJ]

Well, got through the weekend, and not a bite left of either the brisket or the two butts. Worked out just about right for the first time serving these at our summer basketball tournament fundraiser.

Seemed like everyone actually liked my cooking!! :shock: :shock:

Used my propane smoker to keep the meat warm in aluminum trays. Put an Apple baste on the pork to keep it moist, and Bill's BBQ sauce on the brisket. Had extra sauce on the side. Served the meat on hamburger buns.

Also did burgers, hot dogs, and sausages. Grilled them just a little ahead of time, put them in the buns, wrapped them in foil and put them in the smoker to keep warm also. Worked out great. Customers didn't have to wait for their food. Ended up making the best profit in a couple years :D :D Long weeked, but turned out great

[Buckeye]

Sounds like an A plus across tha board :D ...good job!

[Big Rob]

GOOD JOB.........JJ

[JJ]

Thanks guys. First time trying my cooking out on a lot of people.

[Dirty Ron]

great job JJ. But, I know you are just plain burned out by the time the weekend is over :roll:

[BBQ101]

Well done!!! Its great to watch people truely enjoy great BBQ. :lol: