Introduction; Foreword - Smokehouse Products Little Chief Operating Instructions Manual

INTRODUCTION

foreword

The recipes and information in this book were developed while using the "Little Chief"
electric smoker and the five varieties of "Chips 'n Chunks" wood flavor fuels. In the 40
years that we have manufactured the "Little Chief," we've smoked just about every type of
food imaginable (and some that were not!). We have sampled many types of flavor fuels to
determine which would serve us best. Type of wood, its quality, and the texture of the
processed wood are all important to the finished product. Temperature and airflow
characteristics of the "Little Chief" have been tested and charted under different operating
conditions and the unit's design has been modified and improved several times over the
years. We've had assistance and design suggestions from a good many people. Gourmet
cooks and smoking enthusiasts, just like yourself, from all over the world have contributed
to the quality and reliability of this line of electric smokers.
The "Little Chief" has been a fun-filled adventure for us at Smokehouse Products, LLC.
Smoke delicacies seem to be an everyday experience as our company "family" and friends
are constantly trying for a new or more exotic taste treat. Over the years we have
accumulated numerous recipes from our own experiments with the smoker and from our
many customers and friends who want to share their own successful secrets. In a word, the
"Little Chief" smoker has been FUN! As it will be for you as the mysteries of unique food
preparation techniques unfold and become a part of your culinary style.
After a brief explanation of the basics of "curing" and the fundamentals of what the smoke
generating "Little Chief" can do, we will move on to a selection of recipes that are
guaranteed to excite your palate and imagination.
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