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    Can’t get my brisket tender-help?

    This article is about the best explanation of why a brisket stalls I’ve read: https://bbqonmain.com/brisket-stall/. Have you checked your thermometer for accuracy? Try the boiling water test - your thermometer should read 212 when the water boils. I’ve never cooked a brisket to 200 degrees...
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    Can’t get my brisket tender-help?

    I ruined many a brisket until I tripped over what ended up working best for me. First off, shop for a good brisket - look for good marbling, don’t pay for pounds of fat, and make sure there is a reasonable amount of meat on the skinny end of the flat. Ask a butcher you trust for help picking...
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