Barbecued Beef

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle brisket with salt and pepper; set aside 1 hour.
2. 2
   Soak mesquite chips in water to cover; set aside.
3. 3
   Prepare charcoal fire in grill, and let burn 45 minutes to 1 hour or until coals are white and moderately hot. Drain mesquite chips, and add 4 chips to charcoal, reserving remaining chips.
4. 4
   Place brisket on grill 8 inches from coals. Cover and cook over coals 4 to 5 hours or until desired degree of doneness. Turn brisket, and baste with Basting
5. 5
   Sauce every 20 minutes. Add charcoal and soaked chips to fire as necessary to maintain heat and smoke.
6. 6
   To serve, cut diagonally across the grain into thin slices.