that's understandable, but what's happening here is the juices of the bacon drip and cook into the loaf.

oh I know, I'm all about that but when done I eat the bacon before diving into the meatloaf

This is still happening, despite your doubts about it Spike. I will let you know either way how I feel about it.

you're doing it wrong

It's going to be pretty cold here (for the south) this weekend. I can't wait to fire up both crock pots on Sunday and have the whole house smelling delicious.

Crock potted a 6 lb pork butt the other day. Tossed in some Carolina style bbq sauce, and 8 hours later, had some nice pulled pork that will last for awhile.

do you really use fire or do you just plug it in? because i don't really feel the term 'fire up' and all your enthusiasm can apply when you're just turning a dial.

I live in the south and therefore can't afford electricity so...

When you say Carolina style, I hope you mean the yellow, mustard-based style.

of course.

It's simply the best.

I like Memphis style too, but if I have to choose, I'll always go with Carolina.

do you hunt your own hamburger?

Pfft. Then what would we go to Piggly Wiggly for?

is that in the shire?

I live on the coast, I don't understand 'hill talk'

you better post a picture of said creations

Of course I will. Although the Kalua Pig crock pot recipe I shared here was a big success, so I may not want to tarnish my slow-cooker credibility...

reid isn't the, end all, be all, bro