Joe how long did you soak it after the ten day cure may have been to long of a soak drawing out too much salt giving it more of a ham taste
Huey,
That just may be the problem here. I rinsed it and rubbed the crap out of it for about 5 minutes, and then soaked it for about an hour and a half. Then low cooked 150 for 45 minutes and then added maple wood and smoked on 200 until I hit 140.
Dont get me wrong it is awesome, but the one that John made was more like bacon. I may have to make a new batch soon momma is on the prowl for it.
Thanks again for all your help, I just got my hi-temp cheese in, have to mount 6 animals next week and while doing that going to start the prep work on the summer sausage.
Joe