Jul 14 2026
Restaurants406 Kitchen & TaproomThe Grizzly Recipe

The Grizzly Recipe

Time8h
Serves4

Smoked brisket with Swiss cheese on a hoagie, served with au jus.

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Ingredients

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Brisket

Sandwich Assembly

Method

Brisket Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Brisket

    In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Rub this mixture all over the brisket, ensuring it's well coated.

  2. 2

    Smoke the Brisket

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes, then drain. Place the brisket in the smoker and add the soaked wood chips to the smoker box. Smoke the brisket for about 6-8 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (90°C).

  3. 3

    Rest the Brisket

    Once the brisket has reached the desired temperature, remove it from the smoker and wrap it in foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Sandwich Assembly

  1. 4

    Prepare the Hoagie Rolls

    While the brisket is resting, cut the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. This will create a pocket for the fillings.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Slice the rested brisket thinly against the grain. Place a generous portion of sliced brisket into each hoagie roll. Top with two slices of Swiss cheese.

  3. 6

    Melt the Cheese

    If desired, place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese slightly.

  4. 7

    Serve with Au Jus

    Heat the au jus in a small saucepan over medium heat. Serve each sandwich with a small bowl of au jus on the side for dipping.

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