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Fuel & Smoke

Choose charcoal, wood, and smoke approaches by the heat, time, and flavour the food can actually support.

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How to Light a Charcoal Grill Safely

Lighting charcoal is the first fire-management task of a cook. The goal is not simply to make coals glow. It is to create a stable, outdoor cooking fire without using unsafe fuel,

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How to Use Wood Chips for Smoke Flavor

Wood is a flavour ingredient and a combustion problem at the same time. The right amount can add aroma and colour; too much can make food bitter, and poorly burning wood can fill t

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