Barbecue Brisket With Jane Recipe

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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   Using a sharp knife, lightly score the brisket in a cross-hatch pattern.

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   Season with salt and pepper; set aside.

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   In a large heavy-bottomed Dutch oven, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat.

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   When oil is warm but not smoking, add in brisket, and cook till well browned all over, 1 to 3 min per side.

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   Remove, and set aside.

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   Add in onions, carrots, and the soup.

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   Return the brisket to the pot, and add in 1 c. barbecue sauce and the whiskey.

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   Cover, and transfer to oven.

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    Cook till brisket is very tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hrs.

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    Transfer brisket to a platter; set aside.

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    Throw away liquid and vegetables.

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    Preheat a grill.

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    Brush the brisket on one side with 1/4 c. of barbecue sauce.

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    Place sauce-side down on grill.

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    Cook till lightly charred, about 5 min.

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    Brush second side with remaining 1/4 c. sauce.

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    Turn, and cook till lightly charred, about 5 min.

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    Remove from grill.

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    Slice brisket against the grain 1/4-inch thick.

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    Serve on a roll, topped with more barbecue sauce and cole slaw.

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    This recipe yields 8 to 10 servings.

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