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Great quickie! Kudos.

As the title says, that's pizza done right. In fact, it's done VERY right!

This is a wonderful cook, Shelly! I love apricots and this cook employs them in a very nice rift. Congrats! Kudos to you,

@MacKenzie - gorgeous pics of a gorgeous cook! And that tomato picture is simply beautiful. A Chef of great renown, a gardener of some kind of repute, and a food stylist and photographer! Is there anything you don't do well? Kudos all around.

Ryan - I'll tell you one thing for sure and certain ... You'll be eating well for the next couple of days! OOPS! That's right, I forgot, you have teenage sons! Can't wait to see what you cook for dinner tomorrow! Great looking cook. Kudos!

Shelley - first off, thanks be to God that nobody was injured in any way. I've always thought that a weed burner is nothing but a very blunt instrument to lite a Komodo Kamado. here is what I use. It's great and very surgical and extremely economical. It's a Benzomatic with a 5ft. hose.

Shelley - that's a gorgeous cook. That insured that your in-laws will always babysit your kids! YOu've got this deal figured out. Beautiful cook. Kudos!

If I remember correctly, the KK has to clear customs, and then is loaded on a truck. It'll hit a distribution warehouse in your area and you'll be notified by the freight company to arrange for a delivery date/time. Be certain to ask that the driver has a hand truck. I had a Benjamin in my pocket and asked the driver to drop it where I asked. HE was very helpful. I slipped him the Benjamin and off we both went. No big deal.

@dj-ia - what you have there is designed to keep ash from blocking the vents on the KK during long cooks. It ensures that airflow is not compromised by ash collecting at the front of the KK. From the pic I see of your deflector, you need to run that curved portion further on the rails sticking into the bottom of your KK so the the curved portion fits up under the two piece fire box liner. Just simply push it onto the rods until it won't go any further. The gap you show will allow ash to potentially block air from the vent into your KK. Congrats to you and your whole family! You're going to positively love Komo and the food you cook.

Charles - KUDOS! Each and every meal is a home run! Take a bow. You really rocked those meals. So, did your Sis and BIL get hooked on KK cooked food? When are they going to order their own KK? Friend, this is a really fine exposition of the versatility of a KK in the hands of a great patio chef. Very well done.

@Syzygies - thanks for the post. I had actually Googled Impulse sealers and the Sorbent line of sealers kept coming up as particularly high rated and well received. The prices are a bit above normal, but certainly not out of line. Thanks again.

@HalfSmoke - if I remember correctly, the baking steel is in development. Someone please correct me ifmim wrong. As for using the TubeSmoker in a KK during a cook, don't hold your breath. They won't stay lit as the airflow is too low. I've spoken several times to the owners of the Amazen Tube Smoker and both he and his wife really recommend against the TuneSmoker in any kamado application. Honest folks. About the only way I use my TubeSmoker is during the winter to lay some smoke on cheese. I make certain to keep temps below about 85°F so the cheese doesn't oil too much or melt. Even then I have to keep the bottom vent wide open. Im betting that the KK Smoke machine will be ideal in every application.

What are some of the better impulse types of sealers? Thanks in advance.

@HalfSmoke - looks like a plan. The 23 is a wonderful cooker and you won't be disappointed at all. If the 23 doesn't come standard with a heat deflector, you'll want to get that as well. I'm not much for stainless stell covering my teak side tables. I've had too much stainless in my life and it requires constant care to fit my OCD tastes. The teak cabinet may be just the thing. I can't speak to the coffee char, but the Coconut Char is outstanding. Best ever for low-n-slow cooks. Period. I ordered two baskets … one for regular lump (I use FOGO) and one for the Coconut char. They are so easy to swap out its ridiculous. The baking stone is a must have if you plan on doing pizza, breads, desserts, etc. in the 23. I have the grate grabbers, but mostly use my Welder's Gauntlettes. If a grate is REALLY hot, then I use the grabbers. Youre gonna love that 23. They're a great cooker.

@Aussie Ora - that's one fine chicken that your spun! Beautiful color. And I love the cous cous! Kudos on a wonderful cook!

@MacKenzie - wonderful cook and that money sot is world class! I love your salad, especially the dressing! Those chicken legs look simply wonderful. Kudos on a great meal!

@Poochie - well said! Your experience isn't unusual at all ... it's the same for all of us. The more we cook the more excuses we find to fire up the KK! Great review. Kudos!

@Steve M - sorry to hear that the meat was compromised. Better safe than sorry, but it still sucks that what was to be won't be. Good news about SRF and their refund policy. Most folks around here would never turn their nose up to pulled pork. It's not brisket, but I'm sure everyone will enjoy your cook! All the best to you and your cook!

Thanks! It was about as easy as they come. It was a simple prep, simple cook, and a BIG rewards meal!

@ruffman - welcome! That's a gorgeous setting worthy of your KK. Now I'm looking forward to seeing some cooks on that KK.

@churchi - 40 or 50 should do give the traffic we're seeing on a daily basis. I think we can always up it later if need be. Thanks for all you do, Mate.

Those fries certainly look good enough for this Sooner to gobble up in a big hurry! @MacKenzie - I'd eat your toss outs any day of the week! Kudos!

Charles - gorgeous pies! I especially love that ham and black olive pie. Major league goodness. Kudos! Im thinking your sister a d BIL have already gained something like 10 pounds apiece and will have to leave at the end of the week just to lose weight! These are some great cooks!

Thanks, @kjs! The meal was wonderful, but the leftovers were even better!

I do Fruita and have for a long time. When I screw up and run out of something, I'll hit the local Academy but it has to be a real emergency.