Lighting Charcoal

Lighting Charcoal

If you are really desperate, as we find ourselves in those situations from time to time. All you need is 3 thick napkins and some cooking oil (makes no difference which brand you are using). Soak the napkins thoroughly and place them in the volcano of charcoal, following up with adding additional pieces of charcoal to secure your napkins down so they won't fly out. Then light your napkins and voila! You have burning charcoal and no nasty smell to accompany it!

This method is super simple, but does take a little practice. All you need is some newspaper, and a charcoal chimney. (you can purchase these at you local hardware store and even Wal-Mart carries them for around 9 bucks.) The chimney allows you to get a good amount of coal burning quickly and completely. Stack your coals neatly into the chimney. Grab your newspaper and place in the bottom compartment of the chimney, light it, and its as simple as that. You may want to watch it to make sure that it takes off. Even re lighting a couple times may be required! Remember to have patience! Once you get the hang of it, its super easy and mess free!

Lighting Charcoal