brisket curing

We wrestled with brisket long before Steven Raichlen’s The Brisket Chronicles joined our collection, but this cookbook shifted our game. Its blend of technical precision and primal inspiration felt crucial as we tested braises, seasoned cures, and mastered smoke. We found Raichlen’s visual guides particularly helpful, demystifying techniques we’d eagerly attempted. While some sections pushed our experience levels, the variations offered were welcome, providing both validation for past efforts and challenging newcomers. For us, it’s an indispensable reference, distilling decades of experimentation into actionable advice for achieving brisket greatness.