Texas Beef Brisket

Ingredients

Makes 10 servings

• 1 whole beef brisket (10-12 lbs)
• 1/4 cup coarse black pepper
• 1/4 cup coarse salt
• 2 tbsp garlic powder
• Wood chunks for smoking

Instructions

1. Trim brisket fat cap to about 1/4 inch.
2. Rub generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Smoke at 225°F for 10-12 hours until internal temp reaches 203°F.
4. Wrap in butcher paper and rest for 1 hour before slicing against the grain.