How To Cold Smoke Cheese With A Smoke Tube

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3 жыл бұрын

In today's video I will show you how I cold smoke my cheese with a smoke tube. Now, using a smoke tube to cold smoke your cheese really makes the entire process easy, and the nice thing about it is, you can use any grill, and you don't even have to turn it on. Heck, you could probably cold smoke your cheese with a smoke tube in just about anything with this method. You will need a smoke tube, and I prefer the A-MAZE-N brand, I'll link the one I use in the below. I did use Bear Mountain brand Apple blend pellets to smoke these blocks of cheese. I like apple because it's a milder smoke, and it's hard to overdue it with this method. Feel free to experiment with other flavors you enjoy!
If you have never had cold smoked cheese, you are truly missing out on a delicious treat that you, your family, and friends will love. It does take a couple weeks to get your optimal results, so be sure to plan ahead!
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@geraldirvin2423 7 ай бұрын

I vacuum sealed mine right after and used it about 4 days later for thanksgiving. Taste was amazing.

@jaredverke3455 3 ай бұрын

Thanks. Looking forward to trying this.

@shadowspirit93 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to do this omg

@SmokingDadBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Love me some cold smoked cheese. Completely agree. Do not rush the rest time

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man, first time smoked cheese I dove into it right away and thought “I’ll never do this again” then I did it right, and the skies parted, and heavens emerged 🤣

@lucarseneault Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your great videos!

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@nicolelynnpauptit 2 жыл бұрын

This was such an awesome vid. Fairly new to smoking here, this was really informative and to the point . Can’t wait to get a few blocks on there !

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Nicky! Thanks so much! Welcome to the wonderful world of smoking! Definitely give these a try and let me know what you think! And feel free to reach out with any questions!

@Shimco 2 жыл бұрын

I got some apple wood smoked cheddar from Aldi's. I'm hooked. Should be illegal it's so good. Now I can make my own:)

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah you can! It is soooo addicting!

@BehindtheGarageBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta love smoked cheese! Definitely that time of the year! Have a great weekend Darrin! You all stay safe!👍👊🍻

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig! Sorry I’m delayed in the comments! I hope you had a good weekend buddy!

@manlymanyo2511 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this my friend. I love smoked cheese. Appreciate this video.

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you watching!

@thegalleryBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Been meaning to try this. Cheers!

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely do it Tommy, it’s amazing brother!

@TheSillyKitchenwithSylvia 3 жыл бұрын

I love everything about this! Cheese is life!

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Cheese is life! Thanks for watching!

@lindaschmitt3625 Жыл бұрын

I made my first smoked cheese! Turned out great! Thanks for the video!

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@Alaska_Rider_In_Texas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this look so simple. My wife heard about this method and we going to be trying this out soon.

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Hey you’re so welcome! Let me know how it turns out!

@petejansen8098 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Got some going now

@ybbobg2 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you.

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And thank YOU for watching!

@mexibeastbbq6949 3 жыл бұрын

Love smoked cheese so much

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve! It’s dang tasty!

@ChilesandSmoke 3 жыл бұрын

I just made some! It's so good

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

So many applications for it too! Thanks for watching Brad!

@Knebelcm1986 2 жыл бұрын

Smoke cheese is amazing! Thanks for video :)

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@PicklesBBQandCooking 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah darrin! I definitely want to do that too, awesome quick video! Have a great weekend brother!

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Charley, I hope you had a fantastic weekend buddy!

@nicolelynnpauptit 2 жыл бұрын

Haha , I noticed that too, I was thinking I’ve never seen a man wrap so good lol.

@alanparker4258 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm trying my first cheese smoke today with the weather being in the mid 50's. I cut a 2lb block of Tillamook cheddar into 6 equal parts. 2 weeks can't come fast enough!

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man, that sounds absolutely delicious!!

@brianschlegel9875 5 ай бұрын

New to your channel and to smoking, fellow Minnesotan here! Been great weather this winter to be outside smoking everything 😊

@GRodGrills 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah buddy!! Love a good smoked cheese, never tried to do my own before but seems simple enough, I might just need to give it a go!

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man G, ya gotta do it dude! It’s soooo easy!

@LetsgetNuszBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

I’ll have to try that

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Easy and delicious man! The waiting two weeks kinda sucks haha!

@tiderider 7 ай бұрын

Great informative video. I love smoking my own cheese. I like 4 hours of cherry pellet smoke. Im gonna have a hard time waiting 2 weeks.

@MadHorseBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video Darrin! I dig the t-shirt and in true Minnesota Fashion no coat outside lol. 🍻

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, the power of Busch Lattes! Thanks Brian!

@OffroadButcherBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Another awesome vid bro

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ben!

@robhav11 2 жыл бұрын

On more thing to try. Thank! Been wondering how to smoke cheese. Now I can make my own instead of buying from the farmers market.

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, glad I could help!

@markowen7129 3 жыл бұрын

Well done, that looks great!! I'm well overdue for trying this. I think the first I'll try is that Cabot Seriously Sharp from Walmart.

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, its sooooo good! And the seriously sharp is some good stuff!

@redbone7040 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent I've been wanting to try it out, my new project 👌

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Let me know how it turns out!

@redbone7040 3 жыл бұрын

@@AshKickinBBQ yes,getting some cool temp in 3 or 4 days👌75 today here in Houston area😳thanks for the tutorial😁

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

@@redbone7040 you’re very welcome brother!

@redbone7040 3 жыл бұрын

@@AshKickinBBQ just finished smoking the cheese now I just have to wait for it to cure, thanks,went 3 hours on smoke ,now back in fridge👌

@dorothyrushforth888 Жыл бұрын

Great clear video. I’ve wanted to have a go for many years and always chickened out. I did buy a bag of wood dust but never got any further. You’ve given me that final push and I’m away to order a smoker and pellets from Amazon. Thank you😊

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@dorothyrushforth888 Жыл бұрын

@@AshKickinBBQ update:- I got my tube cold smoker and we smoked Scottish cheddar and feta cheeses. Just waiting on it to be ready in a weeks time

@denniswilliams3964 Жыл бұрын

Good job

@s.huber8152 2 жыл бұрын

Becker, MN watching!

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for the support!

@DeadBrokeBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome job on that Cheese Darrin but I am wondering if around the second week of December you could come over and wrap Christmas presents because dang dude that was some Straight FOLDS!!!! ha ha

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, man I’m still cracking up over this comment! I’m very ocd about folding and wrapping 🤣

@rbrown2895 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!👍😎👍

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

you're welcome!

@Mark-8587 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video Darrin! Simple and to the point. Have you tried smoking cooper cheese? I've done a couple rounds of it and it's a big hit. I've experimented with different size blocks and settled on smaller ones about half of the size you had, seems to produce a more even smoke flavor. I also tried various pellets and like apple the best. I always learn something new from you, wrapping in butcher paper, great idea. Thanks and keep the vids coming.

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark, thanks for the kind words man. I really appreciate, and I'm glad I can teach a few things. That is the main goal of my channel, and making these videos! I have not tried cooper cheese, but I'd definitely try it! Thanks for watching, and the nice comment!

@jakebrownell4783 Жыл бұрын

Im in north dakota im doing this myself today using comp blend

@fkeenan4858 Жыл бұрын

I have tried using parchment paper for wrapping with good results. It si cheaper than butcher paper.

@user_16309 Жыл бұрын

At 2 weeks a bit acrid for my taste. At 3 weeks WOW, wonderful flavor, a creamy texture, it’s a must keep at hand always!

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@SeanJohn127 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. Imma do this soon, and make some bomb ass mac n cheese

@corywoolven2388 11 ай бұрын

Is that 2 weeks in the fridge or in the freezer?

@user_16309 11 ай бұрын

@@corywoolven2388 fridge vacuum sealed.

@Fidodo Жыл бұрын

Excited to try this! I noticed you didn't put your tube on its side, I'm curious if there's a reason for that since the instructions said to put it on its side after it burned for 5 minutes.

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

It doesn’t matter. I’ve done it both ways.

@kevinbongard6772 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried the smoke tube and made hickory salt or different flavor salts ??? Wondering how it would work. Thsnks for Another great video!!

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Haven't tried smoking any spices yet, but wouldn't object to it! Thanks for watching Kevin!

@mmac3353 Жыл бұрын

Great video. So if i use the plastic wrap technique do i just make sure there are no air pockets? I dont have a vacuum sealer. Thanks for the info 👍

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Yeah, definitely make it air tight

@benitomartinez1081 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video man! Quick question, Do you put it back in the fridge after vacuum sealing it?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, definitely want to keep it refrigerated!

@benitomartinez1081 2 жыл бұрын

@@AshKickinBBQ Right on, thanks! Keep Kickin’ Ash!

@terenceroy287 Жыл бұрын

GREAT video! Silly question, do we vacuum seal it with the butcher paper still on, or do we remove it first?

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Remove the butcher paper before vac sealing 👍🏼

@gerryjimenez28 2 жыл бұрын

After the two weeks in the fridge what do you think the Shelf life is on most cheese’s? Great video thanks for making and sharing!

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I personally still go by the expiration date on the package and just write it on the vac seal bag. Thanks for watching!

@Mr.Sparklze 2 жыл бұрын

I've had it last a year

@chkchkpap45 11 ай бұрын

Cheese is already rotten milk :) as long as it doesn't smell rancid, (you'll know it smells like death lol) you're good to go

@sim672 2 жыл бұрын

nice video once vacuum sealed can the cheese be stored in the freezer for longer storage than the fridge?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

I would absolutely think so, but I'm not sure on the longevity.

@mikespears5857 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried Charcoal pellets for cold smoking cheese ? If so how was it ?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

I have not, I like to stick to milder woods

@MaineBass 6 ай бұрын

Do you recommend a fruitwood for cheese? I have some hickory pellets I was going to use but now I am wondering if that is to strong of a smoke flavor.

@AshKickinBBQ 2 ай бұрын

Try different things and see what you like!

@heidisnow Жыл бұрын

So, with your accent and the snow, I know you aren't here in TX. But, you have a Texas sign behind you so I'm wondering if the LVPD shirt is for La Vernia, TX, PD?

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Haha, good eyes! The LVPD is Vegas, it was a gift from a trip

@MrCanadaBeers 9 ай бұрын

Do you keep lighting it? The pellets go into If I stand it vertical, is this just me?

@AshKickinBBQ 9 ай бұрын

Nope, I just hit it hard with a torch and it burns fine

@ske2636 9 ай бұрын

I am late to this well 2 years late. After you vacuum seal, I guessing it goes into the refrigerator for two weeks and not the freezer..?

@AshKickinBBQ 9 ай бұрын

Yes

@randyivie3462 2 жыл бұрын

So after you vacuum seal it do you put it right back in fridge?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yessir

@chrisz.9974 Жыл бұрын

So I know you said to take it out to let the oils come out. But then it’s going to be pretty cold outside. I’ve got an old mini fridge. I wonder how it would be to put a smoke tube inside of there with the cheese or fish unwrapped.

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Well, with no vent for the smoke...I probably wouldn't go as long.

@samuelgibson3913 8 ай бұрын

So late to the comments here…once vacuum sealed do I store it in the freezer or refrigerator?

@AshKickinBBQ 8 ай бұрын

The refrigerator, as stated in the video 👍🏼

@kencarpenter5323 3 жыл бұрын

Just watched your Vid. Northern N.S.. Vertical PB #3. How near the top do I put the cheese? Ice tray needed right below the cheese?

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for watching! I’d put the smoke tube on the very bottom, and then the cheese in the middle. If it starts getting soft, then add ice tray right below the cheese. The only time I’ve is needed if it’s 90° or above in there, which will be a challenge with just the smoke tube running and the grill off. Hope this helps!

@kencarpenter5323 3 жыл бұрын

@@AshKickinBBQ Thanks for the coaching. I got the tube going in the bbq, as there was pork-belly in the smoker.

@BoneyardBassin Жыл бұрын

After you vacuum seal does it sit in the fridge for two weeks?

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

At least 2-4 weeks.

@jeffro1245 2 жыл бұрын

So all the smoke cheese that I've ever ate my dad or friends have ever made the cheese is always like a brownish color from being smoked that cheese didn't look like it was smoked at all have I been eating cheese that's been smoked too long? I'm curious because I want to try smoking cheese for myself

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Man, hard to say. Some cheeses just react different. I've had cheeses that look like this, and cheeses that look smokey brown. All are delicious in the end!

@redlion3d 2 жыл бұрын

Didn't see the question below and apologies if already asked; Do you seal the cheese with the paper on or do you remove the paper after the rest in the fridge?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Remove the paper after the rest in the fridge, and then vacuum seal 👍🏼

@redlion3d 2 жыл бұрын

@@AshKickinBBQ MOSTEST EXCELLENT!!! Thanks for the knowledge.

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

@@redlion3d you’re very welcome!!

@ryanragan8899 7 ай бұрын

Is it necessary to wrap in paper and let it sit in the fridge for 24 hours before vacuum sealing, or can we go straight from the smoke to vacuum sealing?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 ай бұрын

Yes, it is necessary

@debbieh2535 5 ай бұрын

Can I use wood chips instead of pellets?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 ай бұрын

Sure

@albransix 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you get one of those tubes

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Linked in the description!

@darrenhurrell 2 жыл бұрын

Was it one hour, turn then another hour? Many thanks.

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, 2 hours total as described in the video.

@stevewoolery9083 6 ай бұрын

Do you leave it wrapped in the butcher paper when you vacuum seal it or remove it from the paper?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 ай бұрын

Remove it

@stevewoolery9083 2 ай бұрын

That’s what I did and thanks to you, it turned out great!

@novellahub 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a link for the butcher paper you used?

@AshKickinBBQ 3 жыл бұрын

Just added the link to the description my friend!

@kylearnold422 3 жыл бұрын

Ok what do you use if you don’t have the paper lol.

@jonathanmarshall9015 Жыл бұрын

How long do you smoke for?

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Said it in the video

@stevenphelps1072 2 жыл бұрын

Sucks to wait 2 weeks. Honestly I kinda like the fresh smoke fire taste.

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

To each their own brother! I am not a fan of the acrid taste, lol!

@shawncaldwell593 Жыл бұрын

My wife bought me a smoke box on accident instead of a tube will it be ok to use?

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Yeah it should be okay

@andrewbowers8477 2 жыл бұрын

So its been 2 weeks since I did this. I tried it today and it tasted like an ashtray. Any advice?

@AshKickinBBQ 2 жыл бұрын

Wrap it back up and give it another week or two. Might need longer depending on the kind of pellets you used and how saturated the smoke was.

@andrewbowers8477 2 жыл бұрын

I'll give it a try. Thanks.

@andrewbowers8477 Жыл бұрын

@Jawan I have settled on 30 days. It hasn’t failed yet.

@JohnSaylock-ec4cd Ай бұрын

I wax mine.. easy to recycled the wax.

@gizmobuddy805 5 ай бұрын

Im-a give this a like

@gizmobuddy805 2 ай бұрын

I won't lie, bud. I've been making 2 sticks of cheese this way once a week every week since I found this video. I have weekly rolling cheese in my fridge. Chef's kiss

@chkchkpap45 11 ай бұрын

No offence, but it doesnt look very smoked. As a beginner, is there a difference between pellet tube vs actual water soaked wood chip smoking? The vids ive watched on other cheese smoking made the cheese super dark.

@AshKickinBBQ 11 ай бұрын

Well #1. Smoking wood chips isn’t advised. That’s steam, not smoke. #2. It’s dark because of dirty smoke, causing a more acrid tasting cheese that requires a longer wait time. Utilizing a pellet tube gives a milder smoke flavor that you can enjoy in less time. I’ve done it both ways and I 100% prefer smoke tubes

@scvff Жыл бұрын

When you wrapped in butcher paper and put in the fridge, did your fridge smell of smoke? I have been wanting to do this, but afraid it will make the entire fridge and house smell like smoke.

@AshKickinBBQ Жыл бұрын

Briefly...yes. But it's a beautiful smell.

@tompuskarich2129 9 ай бұрын

once wrapped in butcher paper, where does cheese sit for 2 weeks....in frig, freezer, or just out

@AshKickinBBQ 9 ай бұрын

Tom, butcher paper for 24 hours, then vac sealed. Did you watch the video? These instructions were given, along with storing it into the refrigerator….