2 Free Printable Placemats and Easy Smoked Brisket Recipe

After recently sharing that my son celebrated a milestone birthday, I was inspired to create these free printable placemats. He requested smoked brisket for his birthday dinner. So, I designed the placemats with fun info about this hearty meal.

Whether you are hosting a backyard cookout, a family gathering, or simply enjoying some delicious smoked brisket on your own, this printable placemat is the perfect companion for your BBQ get-togethers.

Free Printable Placemats

Print as many copies of this smoked brisket placemat as you need for the number of guests in attendance. Size is 8 1/2″ x 11″. Consider laminating each placemat if you would like to use them again.

Would you prefer a larger placemat with a little bit of color added to it – instead of the above black and white one? No problem!

Print this 12″ x 8″ placemat – with the same info – at home or a local printer, if necessary.

Beginner-Friendly Smoked Brisket Recipe

This beginner-friendly smoked brisket recipe is simple, mouthwatering, and perfect for those new to the art of smoking meat. A printer-friendly recipe card is located at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Smoked Brisket

Ingredients:

• 1 whole beef brisket (10-12 pounds)
• 1/4 cup kosher salt
• 1/4 cup coarse black pepper
• 1/4 cup paprika
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Wood chunks or chips for smoking (hickory, oak, or mesquite)

Instructions:

• Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving a thin layer for flavor and moisture.
• In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) to make the rub.
• Generously coat the brisket with the rub, covering all sides evenly. Use your hands to press the rub into the meat.
• Wrap the brisket in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat.
• Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add wood chunks or chips for smoke flavor.
• Place the brisket fat side up on the smoker rack and close the lid.
• Smoke the brisket for 1 hour per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 195-205°F (90-96°C) in the thickest part of the meat.
• Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving.

The number of servings for a brisket can vary based on factors like the size of the brisket and portion sizes.

A typical rule of thumb is to estimate about 1/2 pound of cooked brisket per person, so a 10-12 pound brisket would generally serve around 20-24 people. However, this can vary depending on individual appetites and preferences.

Grab your apron, fire up the smoker, and let’s get cooking!

With these printable resources and a delicious smoked brisket recipe in hand, you are all set to smoke your first brisket. So gather your friends and family – or enjoy a solo cookout – and savor every smoky bite of your homemade masterpiece.

Cheers to good times, great food, and the joy of BBQing!

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