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BBQ Brisket Melts Delight

BBQ Brisket Melts Delight: A Smoky, Cheesy Escape

BBQ Brisket Melts Delight is an irresistible sandwich featuring smoked brisket, gooey cheeses, and crispy toppings, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 11 hours
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 1 lb Smoked Brisket substitute with leftover brisket for convenience
  • 2 tbsp Yellow Mustard use Dijon mustard for milder flavor
  • 2 tbsp Barbecue Dry Rub adjust spice levels as desired
  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread gluten-free bread can be used as a substitute
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 4 oz Colby Jack Cheese or substitute with Monterey Jack or cheddar
  • 4 oz Provolone Cheese or substitute with mozzarella for different texture
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Fried Crispy Onions can be homemade or store-bought
  • 2 medium Onions use yellow or white onions for the best results
For the Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup Barbecue Sauce customize based on your preferred taste

Equipment

  • smoker
  • skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • plastic wrap
  • butcher paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Brisket: Coat the smoked brisket generously with yellow mustard, sprinkle with barbecue dry rub, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  2. Smoke the Brisket: Preheat the smoker to 210°F and smoke the brisket for 9-10 hours, resting it for 30 minutes after cooking.
  3. Caramelize Onions: Slice onions, heat a skillet with oil, and sauté for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Layer sourdough, brisket, cheeses, fried onions, caramelized onions, and barbecue sauce, topping with another slice of sourdough.
  5. Grill: Heat a skillet, add butter, and grill each side of the sandwiches for about 4 minutes until golden brown and cheese melts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure brisket reaches 195°F. Allow the smoked brisket to rest for maximum flavor. Customize barbecue sauces to your liking and lightly toast sourdough to minimize sogginess.

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