How to Use brisket in a Sentence

brisket

noun
  • Get the brisket and eggs for a taste of both.
    Heather Bien, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
  • But the brisket was the standout dish.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2026
  • That’s never a good sign on brisket.
    Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Bring on the brisket, and pass the cornbread.
    Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 4 May 2026
  • Before brisket, there was clod.
    J.c. Reid, Houston Chronicle, 28 Feb. 2026
  • In the end, bet on the brisket to win out — or at least the sweet tea.
    Chuck Blount, ExpressNews.com, 7 Aug. 2019
  • The brisket, too, thick and smoky, goes toe to toe with some of the best.
    Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 4 Sep. 2020
  • This man cooked a brisket over the course of an entire month.
    Conor Orr, SI.com, 18 Sep. 2019
  • Think football-field big, with a brisket line to match.
    Lucciana Choueiry, Austin American Statesman, 13 Nov. 2025
  • Think short ribs, oxtail, shanks, or even brisket point cut.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Our brisket comes in the same as a butcher would get it, untrimmed.
    Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 14 Jan. 2026
  • The brisket is smoked whole, low and slow, for up to 14 hours.
    Sarah Gish, kansascity, 20 Mar. 2018
  • Trim the fat from the brisket and cut it to fit in the slow cooker.
    Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Feb. 2024
  • Garcia pinched a slice of lean brisket and dangled it in the air.
    Priscilla Totiyapungprasert, The Arizona Republic, 29 Oct. 2021
  • Make it ahead of time and leave it in the fridge until the brisket is ready to serve.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 3 July 2024
  • The cut of meat most commonly used to make corned beef is brisket.
    Katie Workman, NBC News, 15 Mar. 2020
  • Then there’s the beef shank and brisket, both braised to peak fall-apart-y texture.
    Rachel Karten, Bon Appétit, 6 Jan. 2020
  • Smoked brisket with potato salad and baked beans.
    Lizz Schumer, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
  • Think shrimp and grits, pulled pork on a bed of cheese grits and collards, brisket hash.
    Matt Wake | [email protected], al, 25 Feb. 2020
  • The brisket was nicely cooked, tender with just a smidge of pink.
    cleveland, 27 Sep. 2021
  • It’s used to glaze brisket or slather over ribs, adding heat and tang in equal measure.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Top 50 leaves room for great brisket, good sausage, bad ribs and a strong side game.
    Mike Sutter, San Antonio Express-News, 6 Oct. 2022
  • The main ‘must’ on his menu would be brisket tacos, Barella said.
    Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 28 May 2025
  • The brisket comes out beefy, juicy and delicious.
    Deputy Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Prices range from $7 for a half-pound of sausage to $17 for the brisket.
    Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Smoked meats include pulled pork, ribs, brisket and chicken.
    Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
  • The patties are a blend of coarsely ground brisket, short rib and prime chuck.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2024
  • The noodles, filet mignon, brisket, meatballs, and herbs are served on the side.
    Bao Ong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
  • Prices range from $15 for five sausage links to $40 for half of a brisket.
    Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 17 June 2020
  • Hartman slings what might be the best brisket in town not made by a guy named Holmes.
    Dominic Armato, azcentral, 10 Mar. 2020

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