For some reason I've never tried using one regular weber charcoal basket. I've either used 2 baskets, no baskets, or the big basket.
Last night I used a single regular size basket for stuffed peppers. I lit some used weber coals in the basket over the gas assist. I was surprised how much heat a small amount of coals produced. It was 400+ degrees so I had to half vent the bottom vents to cook around 350. I think I've been using way way too much charcoal than I need to. I reuse it but a single basket with a little coal lights fast and leaves plenty of real estate on a 22 kettle. I was very pleased with the results. I'll be doing this more often unless I need a large sear area.
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