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Smoking a brisket tomorrow morning for the family

1d ago1 min read

Got my offset smoker all cleaned up and ready to go. Picked up a nice 12 lb brisket from the butcher, gonna start at 5 AM and let it ride till dinner time. Been doing this for like 3 years now and my family looks forward to brisket day more than Christmas I think. My 12yo actually asked if he could help me trim and prep it this time. Gonna teach him the basics. Anyone else grill with their kids?

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AAlexRegularjust now

That's awesome man. 12 lbs is a good size. How long you planning to smoke it? I'm always nervous about timing with a brisket. Did you trim the fat cap already?

RRob H.Regular1d ago

Nothing beats homesmoked brisket. Just remember to let it rest for at least 20 minutes after it comes off. That's the step I used to skip and it changes everything.

CCarl S.Regular1d ago

That's awesome man, 5 AM starts are brutal but so worth it. My kids would lose their minds for brisket, hopefully yours do too. Post some pics of that finished product!

FFred J.Regular1d ago

This is the kind of project my kids actually get excited about. Mind if I steal this idea for next month, looks like a solid family day.

HHank W.Regular1d ago

12 pounder is perfect for a full day smoke. I've been meaning to get my offset dialed in like that, any tips for keeping the temp stable overnight?

BBrandonNew Dad1d ago

Offset smokers are the best. There's something satisfying about sitting out there for hours watching the smoke. My kids love the process almost as much as eating the finished product.

CCarlosNew Dad1d ago

Nice, nothing beats a good brisket. 12 lbs should take you what, 10 to 12 hours? You doing the whole low and slow thing?

BBrandonNew Dad1d ago

Getting those offset smokers dialed in takes patience but once you do it's worth it. My first brisket was dry as a bone. Now I basically live on the smoker on smoke days. The family loves it though so it's worth losing a Saturday.

BBradRegular17h ago

Brisket day is basically a family event at our house. The smell alone gets everyone excited. You trimming the fat cap yourself?