He then halted the conversation with a, "I'll be right back", went to his vehicle and began rooting around inside. He then returned with a plastic bag, handed it to me, and said, "This is for you." Inside was an approximately two pound beef brisket; he explained that it should be wrapped in foil and cooked for two to three hours at 200 to 225 degrees. I was in shock and, at first, reluctant to take this man's food from him; he was going camping and hunting and this was one of his provisions. He insisted, explaining how nice and helpful I had been; and he wanted to share something with me that he knew I would enjoy.
Since my hubby would be home for dinner that night; of course I was going to prepare this treat for us. Wrapped in foil, oven preheated; it was the waiting that would be the worst. Roy arrived home just as I had finished preparing red skinned mashed potatoes, a vegetable medley and the brisket. The aromas wafting throughout the home were intoxicating!
The brisket had an evident smoke ring around it; you could taste the smokiness and I don't know what he used in his rub, but it was awesomely flavored! It was very tender and melted in the mouth as we chewed; talk about food heaven! As much as we wanted to eat the entire brisket in one seating, we did save enough for one more wonderful meal.
I allowed so many things to get in the way of my writing this blog post immediately, and I apologize deeply for the lateness of this thank you. THANK YOU Travis Staudt (hope I spelled your name correctly) of Houston, Texas for your own kindness, and this generous gift you gave to my hubby and myself. You are a fine gentleman, and this gesture will not be forgotten.
Mary Cokenour
