Tying Sausage Casing - Toothpick Method

[PolishDeli]

This is described in Marianski's book. First and only place I've seen it.
Been meaning to try this method for a while; finally did.
It works great!

The toothpick method:

Before smoking:

After smoking:

 

[SmokyMose]

Interesting! It would make them easier to hang.