Steps

• Step 1

  Season the brisket liberally with Traeger Beef Rub, then wrap in plastic wrap. Transfer the wrapped brisket to the refrigerator and let sit for 12-24 hours.

  Ingredients

  • 1  (12-14 lb) whole packer brisket, trimmed

  • As Needed Traeger Beef Rub

• Step 2

  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.

  225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

  Super Smoke

• Step 3

  Unwrap the brisket. Insert the probe into the thickest part of the meat, then place directly on the grill grates, fat-side down. Close the lid and cook until internal temperature reaches 160℉, about 6 hours.

  06:00

  225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

  160 ˚F / 71 ˚C

  Super Smoke

• Step 4

  Remove the brisket from the grill and wrap in a double layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil.

• Step 5

  Place the wrapped brisket back on the grill and cook until the internal temperature reaches 204℉, 3-4 hours more.

  04:00

  225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

  204 ˚F / 96 ˚C

  Super Smoke

• Step 6

  Remove the brisket from the grill and let rest in the foil for at least 30 minutes. Unwrap and slice against the grain. Enjoy!