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Competition Style Brisket

Take a page from the pros and master the king of beef cuts with Traeger’s Competition Style Brisket recipe.

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Baked Macaroni & Cheese

We took a timeless classic and put the Traeger touch on it adding in wood fired flavor to every cheesy bite.

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BBQ Pork Belly Tacos

Pork belly tacos? Yes please! This smoky twist on a weeknight staple will have everyone asking for more.

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BBQ Chicken Legs

BBQ Chicken Legs packs in a ton of flavor in this easy to follow recipe.

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BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

We took this famous BBQ sandwich and shrunk it down without sacrificing any of the flavor.

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Baked Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Start your day off right with Traeger’s easy to make Baked Sausage Breakfast Casserole.

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Competition Style Pork Ribs

Bring competition flavor right to your backyard with this rib recipe.

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Smokey Scotch & Ginger Cocktail

What’s a party without a cocktail? Entertain guests or just yourself with Traeger’s Smokey Scotch & Ginger Cocktail recipe.

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Hawaiian BBQ Baked Beans

You don’t need to get on a plane to enjoy one of Hawaii’s most popular dish. Simply follow this easy to make recipe and say aloha to flavor.

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Competition BBQ Chicken Thighs

While chicken thighs may be overlooked by some, it’s not the case with Traeger. Wow your friends and family with this juicy dark meat recipe.

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Competition Style BBQ Brisket

by Traeger Kitchen

Prep Time

30 Min

Cook Time

10 Hr

Serves

8

Pellets

Pecan

Clear some space in the trophy case because our competition-style brisket recipe will have you wrapped up in winning wood-fired flavor.

Ingredients
main
1 (12-16 lb) whole packer brisket
3 Cupwater
1/4 CupButcher BBQ Beef Injection
1 Teaspoonwhite pepper
1 Teaspoononion powder
1 Teaspoongarlic powder
1 Tablespoonbeef bouillon
1 Cupkosher salt
3/4 CupBlack pepper
To TasteTraeger Coffee Rub
2 Cupbeef broth
Special Equipment
meat injector
    Steps
  • 1

    When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 225℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke, if available.

  • 2

    Trim all of the fat off the top of the brisket. Trim the fat cap on the bottom to 1/4 inch thick.

  • 3

    In a large liquid measuring cup or medium bowl, combine the water, Butcher BBQ Beef Injection, white pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and beef bouillon.

  • 4

    Use a meat injector to inject the liquid across the top of the brisket in a 1-inch checkerboard pattern.

  • 5

    Season the brisket with salt, pepper, and Traeger Coffee Rub.

  • 6

    Insert the probe into the thickest part of the brisket. Place the brisket directly on the grill grates, fat-side up. Close the lid and smoke until the internal temperature reaches 160°F, 4-5 hours.

  • 7

    Remove the brisket from the grill and wrap in a double layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil, leaving one end open. Pour the beef broth into the opening, then seal the packet.

  • 8

    Return the brisket to the grill and re-insert the probe. Increase the grill temperature to 250℉. Close the lid and cook until the internal temperature reaches 204°F, 4-5 hours more, depending on the size of the brisket.

  • 9

    Remove the brisket from the grill and wrap in a towel. Let rest for 1 hour.

  • 10

    Unwrap the brisket and slice against the grain. Enjoy!