My Mamas Brisket

Transport your taste buds straight to a cozy family dinner with "My Mama's Brisket," a foolproof recipe for melt-in-your-mouth beef brisket that's as comforting as it is flavorful. This hearty dish combines a perfectly seasoned rub of kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and a touch of brown sugar with a rich braising liquid made from caramelized onions, garlic, beef broth, red wine or apple cider vinegar, and tomato paste. Slow-cooked to tender perfection in the oven, the brisket is basted with savory juices and served with the luscious onion-infused pan sauce. Ideal for special occasions or a Sunday meal, this classic recipe is a true labor of love. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or rustic roasted vegetables for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that everyone will remember. Keywords: beef brisket recipe, slow-cooked brisket, braised brisket, comfort food, family dinner recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:330 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Beef brisket
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 large Yellow onions, sliced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 cup Red wine or apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 leaves Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Pat the brisket dry with paper towels. Rub it all over with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe roasting pan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on both sides for about 4-5 minutes per side until deeply browned. Remove it from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium and add the sliced onions to the same pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute to toast it slightly. Deglaze the pan by pouring in the red wine or apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 6

Add the beef broth and stir to combine. Return the brisket to the pan, ensuring it is partially submerged in the liquid. Add the bay leaves, nestling them into the broth.

Step 7

Cover the pan tightly with a lid or aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for 4-5 hours, basting the brisket with the liquid every hour to keep it moist.

Step 8

Check for doneness by inserting a fork into the brisket—it should shred easily and be very tender when fully cooked. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Step 9

Serve hot with the onions and pan sauce drizzled over the top. Pair with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2955.4 grams (2955.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4983

Total Fat 247.70g	318%
Saturated Fat 88.90g	445%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.20g
Cholesterol 1706mg	569%
Sodium 12230mg	532%
Total Carbohydrate 80.00g	29%
Dietary Fiber 10.70g	38%
Total Sugars 36.00g
Protein 547.60g	1095%

Vitamin D 145IU	726%
Calcium 423mg	33%
Iron 56mg	312%
Potassium 6815mg	145%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.0%

Protein: 46.2%

Carbs: 6.8%