Reply to "First Brisket - was dry"

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I'm guessing it was undercooked. It's next to impossible to overcook a point so concentrate on the determining proper doneness on the flat.

Chances are, your Wally World brisket was Select grade...not as much fat striation/marbling. Suggestions on cooking selects is to leave as much fat as possible on the flat...you can always trim it down afterwords. Cook fat side down...it will help shield the lean side from the heat source and reduce moisture loss.

The most critical element is determining doneness. Temps & times are just guidelines...even internal temps can be deceiving...some flats are done at 190, others may need 200+ before they're tender. I'll use a wooden shish kebab skewer to test doneness. Insert it thru the middle of the flat, top thru bottom. When it slides thru with little or no resistance, you're good to go.

Once you dtermine the brisket is done, foil and hold it at least 30 minutes or more. That will allow juices to resettle.

12/30/1110:41 AM

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