Step 1

Preheat a smoker to 225 degrees F using your preferred heating method. Then add the woodchips.

Step 2

Mix the salt and pepper to make the seasoning rub. Apply the rub to the brisket.

Step 3

Place the brisket on the smoker. Add more woodchips as necessary to supply smoke throughout cooking. Cook the brisket until it reaches and internal temperature of 170 degrees F, 4 to 5 hours.

Step 4

Carefully wrap the brisket in foil or butcher paper and return to the smoker. Continue cooking until the brisket reaches an internal temperature of 190 degrees F, 1 to 2 more hours.

Step 5

Rest the meat, still wrapped, for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 6

Unwrap the brisket and slice the meat against the grain to serve.