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BBQ Brisket Melts Delight

BBQ Brisket Melts Delight for Your Ultimate Comfort Meal

BBQ Brisket Melts Delight is a quick and savory sandwich that combines smoked brisket, oozy cheeses, and crispy onions for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 1 lb Smoked Brisket Use leftover brisket to save time.
  • 2 tbsp Yellow Mustard Helps rub stick to the brisket.
  • 2 tbsp Barbecue Dry Rub Any homemade or store-bought rub can be used.
  • 4 slices Sourdough Bread Substitute with gluten-free bread if needed.
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese Can be swapped with shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack.
  • 4 slices Provolone Cheese Mozzarella can be used as an alternative.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Fried Crispy Onions If unavailable, use fresh fried onions or omit.
  • 1 cup Caramelized Onions Sautéed until golden brown.
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Barbecue Sauce Use a favorite tangy or spicy sauce.

Equipment

  • Smoker
  • skillet
  • Plastic Wrap
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for BBQ Brisket Melts Delight
  1. Coat the smoked brisket with yellow mustard, sprinkle the barbecue dry rub over it. Wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  2. Preheat your smoker to 210°F and smoke the brisket for 9-10 hours until fork-tender. Rest for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Dice onions and sauté them in oil for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Layer sourdough bread with brisket, Colby Jack cheese, provolone, caramelized onions, crispy onions, and barbecue sauce.
  5. Heat a skillet and grill sandwiches for about 4 minutes on each side until golden and cheese is melted.
  6. Serve hot, sliced in half, with sides like coleslaw or potato chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the brisket to rest preserves its juiciness. Use quality ingredients for best flavor.

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