Tasso

== Description ==
Tasso is a highly seasoned, intensely flavored smoked pork. It adds a wonderful flavor to a variety of dishes. Tasso is used extensively in Louisiana cooking.
* Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
* Makes: 30 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 1 x 10 lb pork butt roast
=== Brine ===
* 1¾ cup curing salt
* 1½ cups granulated sugar
* 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
* 2 tbsp onion powder
* 2 tbsp garlic powder
* 1 gallon water
=== Rub ===
* 2 tbsp ground mace
* 2 tbsp garlic powder
* 2 tbsp onion powder
* 2 tbsp smoked paprika
* 1 tbsp dried sage
* 1 tbsp dried thyme
* 1 tbsp honey
== Directions ==
# In a medium bowl, combine salt, sugar, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and water.
# Mix until the salt and sugar are dissolved in the water.
# Pour brine over pork.
# Allow pork to soak in brine for one week in the refrigerator.
# Remove pork from brine, then discard brine.
# Rinse and pat dry the pork.
# Heat an outdoor smoker for 200 to 225°F.
=== Rub ===
# In a medium bowl, mix together all ingredients.
# Evenly coat the pork with the rub and work it in with your fingers.
# Place a roasting rack in a drip pan and lay the meat on the rack.
# Smoke at 200 to 225°F.
# For 12 hours, or until internal pork temperature reaches 160°F.
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