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Written by Peter Carmel
Thursday, 16 June 2005
Now that springtime is here in sunny CA, my thoughts turn to warm weather endeavors. Naturally, this includes the almighty barbeque, which provides the foundation for most warm weather meals. Life in CA does quite seem right without at least one BBQ per week. Years ago, I used to use starter fluid. It really is the easiest method of lighting charcoal. Just squeeze the can for about 5 seconds, get a match, throw it on the pile of soaked coals, and stand back. Head for cover is closer to the truth. I suppose starter fluid isn’t the safest way to go. It has such a heavenly aroma, though. It reminds me of airplane glue. Your neighbors get all these added benefits, too. Notice how they smile when they head inside for clean air. Fortunately, we have other far better ways to start those coals. For many years I have used an electric starter. While these are the cleanest way to go, it does take some extra effort. You have to pile the coals over the heating element, and find an electrical outlet nearby. It might be challenging because you’ll have to find an extension cord. Be careful when you have to remove the heater from the coals. They are hot and could send a few sparks your way. Lately I have tried the newspaper “chimney” starters that are new on the market. They seem to be quite popular judging by the shelf space given them. I’ve tried them and have found them to be quite effective. It takes a bit of experience to start your coals effectively. First, place the coals in the top compartment, taking care not to let any coal dust in there. Then take about 4 pages from a newspaper and tear it into about 6 lengthwise strips. Carefully place these strips into the bottom of the chimney starter so that they are directly under the coals. Do not overstuff as the paper must be loose to burn freely. The chimney starter is ready so put it down over the base of the BBQ where the coals will go. Light a match and start the paper by holding the lighted match briefly inside to start the shredded newspaper burning.

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