The best rule of thumb is to factor about 1/2 lb. raw brisket per person, which will yield a rough average of about 1/4 lb. of cooked brisket per person. If brisket is the star of the show and few ...

Brisket can be a tough, chewy cut of beef, depending on how you cook it, because it comes from the cow's chest, which is a well-used muscle area. One of the best ways to avoid common brisket mistakes ...