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Beef Brisket with a Rich Gravy

Beef Brisket with a Rich Gravy

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Tender, slow-cooked beef brisket bathed in a rich, savory gravy with carrots, pearl onions, and fresh rosemary. A comforting, flavor-packed dish perfect for cozy dinners or special gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 to 4 pounds beef brisket
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup pearl onions, peeled
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and set out a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot.
  2. Season the brisket with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in the pot and sear the brisket for 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until softened. Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Return the brisket to the pot. Add carrots, pearl onions, and rosemary around the meat. Spoon some broth over the top.
  5. Cover the pot and place in the oven. Bake for 3.5 to 4 hours until the brisket is fork-tender.
  6. Remove the brisket and let it rest. Simmer the remaining sauce for 10 minutes to thicken.
  7. Slice the brisket across the grain and serve with vegetables and plenty of gravy.

Notes

  • Make ahead and refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor and easier slicing.
  • Let the brisket rest before slicing to retain moisture.
  • Deglaze the pan with broth to pick up flavorful brown bits after searing.
  • Add a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end for brightness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: beef brisket, comfort food, slow-cooked dinner, rich gravy, oven-braised