Best of the Border Barbecue Brisket

1. 1

   Preheat barbecue pit to 250 degrees F.

2. 2

   Cut off fat wedge near large end of brisket, then pat dry evenly over meat.

3. 3

   Place brisket in barbecue pit, fat side up, and cook at 250 to 275 degrees for 4 hours.

4. 4

   Remove meat from pit.

5. 5

   Make a foil bag large enough to hold brisket from extra-heavy-duty foil, leaving one side open.

6. 6

   Put meat in bag and add beer.

7. 7

   Seal all edges of foil well.

8. 8

   Return brisket in bag to pit.

9. 9

   Raise temperature to 300 degrees.

10. 10

    Let pit cook back down to 225 to 250 degrees and cook another 3 hours.

11. 11

    Remove brisket from pit, top with favorite barbecue sauce.

12. 12

    Slice and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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