Two-Step Barbecue Brisket

I found this recipe in a "First Magazine", and have made it twice so far. We really like it. It's got great flavor, and it's simple to make.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 40 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon chili powder or 1  tablespoon  dried chipotle powder
• 1  tablespoon salt
• 1  teaspoon sugar
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder
• 1  teaspoon onion powder
• 2 1⁄2 lbs beef brisket, untrimmed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon liquid smoke

Directions

1. In mixing bowl, stir together chipotle powder, salt, sugar, garlic powder and onion powder.
2. Transfer beef to a large resealable plastic bag; add spice mixture and liquid smoke.
3. Seal bag and shake to coat meat.
4. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
5. Heat oven to 250F.
6. Remove brisket from bag and place in broiler pan, fat side up.
7. Cook 2 1/2 to 3 hours, basting with juices every hour.
8. Let meat rest 15 minutes.
9. Cut against the grain into thin slices.
10. Pour pan juices over top.