Posted on 01/05/2015 3:55:40 PM PST by Kaslin
If you're going to celebrate defeating Wendy Davis in a landslide and becoming the next Governor of the Lone Star State, you might as well live up to the motto, "Everything is bigger in Texas."
To celebrate Greg Abbott's victory, four tons of brisket have been ordered for his inauguration party.
Everything's bigger in Texas: WFAA just reported that FOUR TONS of brisket have been ordered for the @GregAbbott_TX inauguration party.— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) January 5, 2015
Four tons is equivalent to 8,000 pounds. Notice how Abbott didn't mention where the brisket was ordered from, after all, that could start a Texas civil war. Regardless, I think it's fair to say there's little doubt Abbott's party will be one of the best around the country as newly elected officials take their oaths of office this month.
UPDATE: It's going to be quite the party with brisket selling for $10 a plate in Austin.
For the first time in 14 years, Texas is about to have a new governor. While the transfer of power will include several formalities, there are also concerts, balls, parades, and even a barbecue anyone in Austin can enjoy.
On Tuesday, Jan. 20, Governor-elect Greg Abbott will take the oath of office, ending Rick Perry’s record-setting tenure. but that is just one part of the week. Sen. Dan Patrick will also take the oath of office as the next lieutenant governor. That will take place on the south steps of the Texas State Capitol.
Immediately after the oath, anyone can grab lunch at the Inauguration Barbecue on the West Capitol Grounds. A plate of brisket and fixings costs $10.
At 2 p.m., the Governor and others will take part in a parade down Congress Avenue. Expect the road to be closed through at least 4 p.m.
On Tuesday night, members of the Texas political elite will dance into the evening at the Future of Texas Ball. Anyone can purchase tickets for $75 and be treated to country acts. Lady Antebellum and Texas-native Pat Green.
Correction: Abbott's inauguration isn't today as previously stated, it is January 20.
Chuck roast is also the secret to Tx Chili.
I use ground and cubed
NO BEANS
Thanks! Too bad I can’s ask her
When I was out there in the west Texas oilfields I was amazed how Mesquite was everywhere... and how the rainy season was later than I am used to and everything greened up later. I almost wanted to pack a box of dead mesquite branches and ship it back east. I wonder if smoking with black locust gives a similar flavor.
Take my word for it.
Chuck roast.
I wish you could ask her too.
Pecan is the secret to good beef brisket, but must be used sparingly.
It has the best smokey taste, but will overwhelm pork or chicken
Pecan-Beef
Mesquite-Pork
Oak ur Hickory-Chicken
that is too funny!
Bob is a good guy.
Sad he got smeared and lost his Senate seat.
Ain’t nothing wrong with loving both beef and pork.
Heck I’m from FL, live in MO and I like no sauce, vinegar based, tomato based, and mustard based sauces just as long as they are a little sweet with very little heat.
I don’t like BBQ or smoked poultry much and the Alabama mayo based sauce isn’t my thing.
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When I was younger my dad used to BBQ/grill and make his own sauce, now he is just into smoking everything.
For me a thin vinegar and chili based sauce is best.
Nothing wrong with mustard based sauce.
They should be used sparingly.
Thick gloopy sugary sauce is an abomination.
JMHO
Thanks!!! And just give me some beans in my chili//// You Texans do what like but I need some beans!
Beans and beef go along great together
That would be Bar-b-Cutie.
Several locations in Nashville
Good eating for sure
We serve beans on the side.
It has the best smokey taste, but will overwhelm pork or chicken
Applewood for pork.
Some Texans are real strict about how things are served.
Gracious Texans give their guests option to have it as they like with lovely condiments on the side.
Apple would work fine.
Great for chicken too.
Tip,
When water smoking poultry using cider instead of water,
Watch the dang liquid level!!
If it turns into syrup and burns, its all over LOL
Ask me how I know LOL
Y’know, I’ve never had brisket. At least not real Texas smoked/bbq’d brisket (I’ve had corned beef (flat cut) a time or two).
Itching to try it, though. I’ve always considered piggy the meat of choice for BBQ, but I’ve heard nothing but praised for Texas beef brisket.
And yes, if any of ya’ll want to send me some from Sonny Bryan’s or wherever, I’ll gladly accept. LOL!
Corned beef is brisket, but it is brined and boiled.
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