how long to rest brisket

How Long to Rest Brisket (& Why You Should)

As a rough estimate, rest your cooked brisket for a half-hour at a minimum, but ideally 1 hour. The important part is that you’re letting it rest at all. However, for those looking to get scientific about it, here’s the best way to determine how long to let brisket rest…

how long to smoke a 15 pound brisket

How Long to Smoke a 15 Pound Brisket (& Easy Tips)

The general rule of thumb is that every pound of brisket needs one hour at 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Therefore, 15 hours should be enough time for a 15-pound brisket, and a 2-pound brisket would take a couple of hours. But that’s not the whole story…