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.
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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.
Easy Smoked Brisket Recipe
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.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
20Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 44Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 791mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 2g
We use a nutrition calculator to calculate this information. Feel free to do the same to confirm the accuracy and how it applies to your own nutritional needs.
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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