Things You'll Need:
- 8-12 lb Beef Brisket
- Seasoning rub ( see recipe)
- 1 Bottle Italian Dressing
- Aluminum Foil
- Large Foil pan
- Smoker, electric, LPgas, or charcoal
- Wood chips or chunks, Pecan, apple, mesquite.
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Step 1
Purchase 1 large Beef brisket.
TIP: When the brisket is cold and in the package try Bending it, if it bends easily it is a good one, if not, try another. -
Step 2
1 day in advance;
Remove Brisket from Store packaging, and place in large foil pan. Pour Italian dressing over entire brisket liberally, use the whole bottle.
Place in refrigerator covered, for 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight -
Step 3
Mix seasoning rub together:
1 TBSP Garlic Powder
1 TSP Salt
1 TBSP Onion Powder
1 Tsp celery salt
1 TSP red pepper ( cayenne), optional
1 TBSP coarse Black Pepper
Mix together in small bowl, and put aside for later -
Step 4
Heat smoker, while smoker is heating place wood chunks or chips in Warm water to soak. Fill water pan with water, set aside. ( add 1 12oz beer of your choice to water pan for extra flavor)
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Step 5
Rub Brisket all over with seasoning rub, apply it liberally. Don't be afraid!
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Step 6
Place in smoker, and assemble smoker per manufacturers directions. Cook for 12-16 hours . Check on it every few hours, and add more wood chunks when it stops smoking.
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Step 7
When brisket is done, slice and enjoy with potato salad or your choice of sides.
