People often ask about whether or not you should let your meat rest – especially brisket – after cooking it.

I tell everyone a resounding – YES!!!

If you’re spending all the time to trim, rub, and cook for 7 to 8 hours, you want to make sure you’re doing everything  you can to put out the best product possible.

There are actually very specific and scientific reasons why you should let your meat rest after cooking.  I explain why and what to do in this short Lakeside Chat Video.