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Traeger BBQ Brisket
By Traeger Kitchen
Say hello to bold hickory hardwood flavor. This brisket is given a Traeger Beef Rub coating then smoked low n’ slow to tender perfection.
Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
9 Hours
Pellets
Hickory
Ingredients
Number of people serving
8
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| 1 | (12-14 lb) whole packer brisket, trimmed |
| As Needed | Traeger Beef Rub |
Step
1
Coat meat liberally with Traeger Beef Rub. When seasoned, wrap brisket in plastic wrap. Transfer wrapped brisket to the refrigerator and let sit for 12 to 24 hours.
Ingredients
1 (12-14 lb) whole packer brisket, trimmed
As Needed Traeger Beef Rub
2
When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 225℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
225 ˚F / 107 ˚C
3
Remove brisket from plastic wrap and place fat side down on the grill grate. Cook for 6 hours or until internal temperature reaches 160℉.
225 ˚F / 107 ˚C
160 ˚F / 71 ˚C
4
Remove brisket from the grill and wrap in a double layer of foil.
5
Place foiled brisket back on grill and cook until it reaches a finished internal temperature of 204℉, this should take an additional 3 to 4 hours.
225 ˚F / 107 ˚C
204 ˚F / 96 ˚C
6
Remove from grill and rest in the foil for at least 30 minutes. Slice against the grain. Enjoy!
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