Here’s exactly how much you need.

raw brisket per person, which will yield a rough average of about 1/4 lb.

of cooked brisket per person.

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No matter which way you plan on slicing or chopping it, sticking with about 1/2 lb.

raw uncooked brisket is a solid bet for any occasion.

Most conventional roasting pans can’t accommodate much more than 10-12 lb.

BBQ Brisket

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briskets, and most of our recipes call for briskets in the 4 to 8 lb.

(The brisket will continue to cook when you remove it from the oven or smoker.)

This means 1 10-lb.

Southern Living slow cooker brisket shredding the meat with 2 forks

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brisket could take up to 10 hours.

If cooking at a higher temperature, it may not take quite as much time.

Note, however, that the lower and slower the roast, the more tender the brisket.

Southern Living slow cooker brisket seasoned with salt and pepper before cooking

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Recipes for smoking brisket rarely supersede about 250F.

If using a slow cooker, it’s best to cook on low.