Big-Time Kielbasa Roll (Homemade Smoked Sausage)

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   Prepare your smoker to 235F, using medium apple wood chunks for smoke flavor.

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   In a small bowl, combine the ice water, garlic salt, paprika, pepper, sugar and marjoram.

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   Mix well and set aside.

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   In a large bowl, mix together the beef and pork.

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   Top with the spice mixture and mix well with your hands until well blended.

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   Lay out a sheet of aluminum foil about 12 to 16 inches.

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   Form the kielbasa into a uniform log about 10 inches long and lay it on the foil.

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   Roll the log up in the foil, sealing both ends like a candy wrapper.

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   Put the kielbasa directly on the cooking grate and cook for 30 minutes.

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    Open the foil leaving the kielbasa on it, and roll the kielbasa over so the flat side is on top.

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    Cook until the kielbasa has firmed up, another 30 minutes.

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    Remove the kielbasa from the foil completely and transfer the kielbasa directly to the cooking grate.

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    Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165F, about 2 hours longer.

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    Transfer the sausage to a platter and tent loosely with foil.

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    Allow the kielbasa to rest for 10 minutes.

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    Slice to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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