First brisket ATTEMPT this Saturday -advice welcome

[MattCotter]

Water pan empty??

 

[Dustin Dorsey]

I would probably go without. I've been cooking briskets with water though lately. I'd do which ever you are used to.

 

[MattCotter]

I have an empty foiled pan in there. Thanks for the help. Fingers crossed. Up to 105 degrees and smoker at 230.

 

[Den L]

Good luck. I'm smoking my first brisket today as well. I put mine on at 4am and its humming away around 250. Temps up to 104 already. I think I won't wrap mine.

 

[MattCotter]

SUCCESS!!!!!! Guys, I sure appreciate the great advice given. The cook was great. I can't believe how well my first brisket turned out. I'm overly critical of myself at times, but today....I agreed with the crowd. I don't know how to share a pic, but would be proud to show it off. Thanks again everyone.

 

[Dustin Dorsey]

Congratulations, Matt! there's nothing like cooking that first brisket and it turning out great!

 

[MattCotter]

Congratulations, Matt! there's nothing like cooking that first brisket and it turning out great!

I followed your orders Dustin. Great job! Can't believe I was nervous about it. Next time, two full packers. It is all gone already.

 

[Drew Indy]

Atta boy! Still plenty of cooking time left this weekend. Hit the meat store and keep it rolling.

 

[MattCotter]

Atta boy! Still plenty of cooking time left this weekend. Hit the meat store and keep it rolling.

I was actually taking the same thing. Want to try something new. Brisket, ribs and butt under my belt. What next??

 

[Drew Indy]

Pork loin, chops, meatloaf, a couple fatties, chuck roast for pulled beef sandwiches...
Heck, you can't go wrong with burgers and hot dogs either.