Recipe 1

Chiefmaster30 · Feb 26, 2023

Have been using Randy’s recipe 1 for almost 5 yrs now with great results. My question is with the sludge even after mixing it good (anlk part) Every time I mix a batch after a day or two I get sludge back in the bottom of my jug. Am I not really mixing it enough?

Randy Holmes-Farley · Feb 26, 2023

Chiefmaster30 said:
Have been using Randy’s recipe 1 for almost 5 yrs now with great results. My question is with the sludge even after mixing it good (anlk part) Every time I mix a batch after a day or two I get sludge back in the bottom of my jug. Am I not really mixing it enough?

How much material are we talking about?

Are you baking the baking soda? If so, maybe its not complete.

Chiefmaster30 · Feb 26, 2023

Randy Holmes-Farley said:
How much material are we talking about?

Are you baking the baking soda? If so, maybe its not complete.

I do one gallon of solution at a time. So 2 1/4 cups of baking soda and I bake it for 60 mins on 300 degrees. I shake it and run under hot water until it’s all dissolved but always end up with at least a 1/4”-1/2” of sludge back in the bottom the next day. Figuring it’s something I’m doing incorrectly for sure.

redfishbluefish · Feb 26, 2023

Agree with Randy....good chance it's not completely "baked". Didn't mention how you bake, but you want to spread it out so that it's not that thick. I use a cookie sheet.

I'd also raise your temperature up to 350....this won't hurt anything, it could only help.

Chiefmaster30 · Feb 26, 2023

redfishbluefish said:
Agree with Randy....good chance it's not completely "baked". Didn't mention how you bake, but you want to spread it out so that it's not that thick. I use a cookie sheet.

I'd also raise your temperature up to 350....this won't hurt anything, it could only help.

Sry, I actually spread out on baking sheet like this but… will def try raising the temp and baking a little longer my next batch. Appreciate the tips.

Randy Holmes-Farley · Feb 26, 2023

I've upped my recommended temp (say, 350-400) to try to reduce this concern. it cannot be overbaked in a home oven at any temp or time, but like a turkey, the inside of the material can stay cool for longer than one might expect.