Looking for a new and delicious dish for your football tailgate parties? The search is over. This is the best smoked brisket recipe, and your friends and family are sure to love it. Iron Chef winner David Bancroft joined the Southern Living test kitchen director, Robby Melivn, to talk all things BBQ beef, and the results were mouthwatering tasty.The secret is to get a high-quality brisket; with a simple dry rub, the meat provides the flavor. With simple ingredients like chili powder, cumin, thyme, and garlic powder, the brisket is truly the shining star. Have you ever wondered how long to smoke a brisket or what sauce pairs perfectly with the dish? Chef David Bancroft answers these burring questions and more. Whether you serve your smoked brisket on sliders, as a topping, or simply on its own, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Give it a try; we guarantee you’ll make it again and again.