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Prepare a memorable dinner with this incredibly simple, make-ahead beef brisket recipe. It’s a foolproof crowd-pleaser, complete with a French onion soup-like gravy.

Plate of onion-braised beef brisket.

This celebrated beef brisket recipe comes from the late Nach Waxman, owner of the beloved New York City cookbook shop Kitchen Arts & Letters. First published in The Silver Palette New Basics Cookbook in 1989, it is apparently the world’s most Googled brisket recipe. The recipe is surprisingly simple. Unlike all other briskets I’ve made, there’s no wine, stock, or bottled sauces added. Instead, the brisket is cooked on top of a massive heap of onions, which slowly caramelize and release their natural juices, making a rich French onion soup-like braising liquid and gravy.

“This brisket is AMAZING! It turns out perfect each time. Cutting it, then rearranging the slices back in the pan works great! Such beautiful flavor, delicious gravy, and juicy tender meat. Highly recommended!”

Laurie

I have made some modifications to the recipe over the years, though the original can still be found here. This dish is ideal for preparing ahead of time, as the flavors deepen when served the following day. For me, it’s a Jewish holiday staple, alongside classics like matzo ball soup, challah, latkes and more. For those observing Passover, the flour in this recipe can easily be substituted with matzo meal to keep it compliant with Passover dietary guidelines.

What You’ll Need To Make Onion-Braised Beef Brisket

Brisket ingredients including carrots, tomato paste, and garlic.

Butchers typically sell two types of brisket: flat cut and point cut. These two pieces together make up a full brisket, a large slab of muscle from the cow’s chest. The point cut has more marbling, while the flat cut (also called first cut or center cut) is lean but topped with a thick fat cap. This recipe calls for a first-cut/flat-cut brisket. Don’t let your butcher trim all the fat off! A small fat cap bastes the meat, adding flavor and keeping it from getting dry and tough.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by seasoning the meat with lots of kosher salt and pepper.

seasoning the brisket with salt and pepper

Dust both sides with flour.

dusting the brisket with flour

Heat the oil in a heavy flameproof roasting pan or ovenproof enameled cast iron pot until shimmering, then sear the brisket on both sides until brown and crusty in spots.

searing the brisket on the stovetop

Transfer the meat to a platter, then add the onions to the pan.

adding the onions to the roasting pan

Cook, stirring and scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until softened and golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Pan of browned onions.

Place the brisket back in the pan on top of the onions and spread the tomato paste on top. Scatter the carrots and garlic around the edges.

brushing the brisket the tomato paste

Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil or a lid, and bake for 1-1/2 hours.

Pan with a partially cooked brisket.

Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the brisket to a cutting board. Using an electric or sharp knife, slice the beef into 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick slices against the grain. It’s much easier to cut at this point than it is at the end.

slicing the brisket

Place the slices back in the pan on an angle, so that the top edge of each slice is showing. Baste the meat with the pan juices.

arranging the brisket back in the pan

Cook for a few more hours, until the meat is tender.

fully cooked brisket right out of the oven

You can serve it right away, but it’s better to refrigerate it overnight and reheat it the next day. It also freezes well.

Fork on a plate with onion-braised beef brisket.

“This is a 5-star, easily repeatable main dish that is now my go-to special occasion meal for larger groups. Do yourself a favor and make it ahead of time as suggested; enjoy that the cooking is already DONE the day of your dinner, and impress yourself with how truly flavorful and delicious this meal is.”

Rachel

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Onion-Braised Beef Brisket

Prepare a memorable dinner with this incredibly simple, make-ahead beef brisket recipe. It’s a foolproof crowd-pleaser, complete with a French onion soup-like gravy.

Servings: Serves 8 to 10
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Total Time: 4 Hours

Ingredients

  • 1 5 to 6 pound first-cut (or flat-cut) beef brisket, trimmed so a thin layer of fat remains in some spots (do not over trim!)
  • 1½ tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (okay to substitute matzo cake meal for Passover)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 medium yellow onions, peeled and sliced ½-inch thick
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • 6 carrots, peeled and sliced into large chunks on a diagonal
  • Handful fresh chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Set an oven rack in the middle position and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Season the brisket on both sides with the salt and pepper. Lightly dust the brisket with the flour, then shake and turn to coat evenly. Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a heavy flameproof roasting pan or ovenproof enameled cast-iron pot just large enough to hold the brisket and carrots snugly. Add the brisket to the pan and sear on both sides until crusty brown areas appear on the surface, 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  3. Transfer the brisket to a platter, then add the onions to the pan and stir constantly with a wooden spoon, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Cook until the onions are softened and golden brown, about 15 minutes. (If browned bits stick to the bottom of the pan and start to burn, add a few tablespoons of water and scrape with a wooden spoon to release them.)
  4. Turn off the heat and place the brisket, fatty side up, and any accumulated juices on top of the onions. Spread the tomato paste evenly over the brisket, then scatter the garlic and carrots around the edges of the pan. Cover the pan very tightly with aluminum foil (preferably heavy-duty or two layers) or a lid, then transfer to the oven and cook for 1½ hours.
  5. Transfer the brisket to a cutting board and, using an electric or very sharp knife, slice the meat across the grain into approximately ⅛ to ¼-inch-thick slices. Return the slices to the pan, overlapping them at an angle so that you can see a bit of the top edge of each slice. The end result should resemble the original unsliced brisket leaning slightly backward. Cover the pan tightly and return to the oven.
  6. Lower the heat to 325°F and cook the brisket until it is fork-tender, 1¾ to 2½ hours, or longer if necessary. The brisket is ready to serve with its juices, but it is even better the second day. (Note: If the sauce seems greasy, transfer the meat and vegetables to a platter and cover with foil to keep warm. Pour the sauce into a bowl and let sit until the fat rises to the top. Using a small ladle, spoon out the fat. Pour the skimmed gravy back over the meat.)
  7. Note: Nutritional information was calculated for a 5-pound brisket.
  8. Make-Ahead/Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The brisket can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and refrigerated. Reheat the brisket in a 300°F oven until hot, about 45 minutes. The brisket also freezes well for up to 2 months; defrost in the refrigerator 2 days ahead of time.

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Nutrition Information

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  • Per serving (10 servings)
  • Calories: 726
  • Fat: 55 g
  • Saturated fat: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Sodium: 844 mg
  • Cholesterol: 213 mg

This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. Although I do my best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as product types or brands purchased, natural fluctuations in fresh produce, and the way ingredients are processed change the effective nutritional information in any given recipe. Furthermore, different online calculators provide different results depending on their own nutrition fact sources and algorithms. To obtain the most accurate nutritional information in a given recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator.

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Comments

  • I have 14 people for Passover. Should I get 2 briskets, like 2 5 lb briskets, or 1 larger brisket, and how much do I need? If its 1 9-10 pound brisket, I think I would double all ingredients? How long to cook on large one?

    • — Joni Antweil on March 18, 2023
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    • Hi Joni, You can go either way (2 smaller briskets or 1 larger one). If you buy two 5-pound briskets, you’re likely to have leftovers (which are delicious and can be frozen). For a 10-pound brisket, I’d double all the other ingredients. The cooking time should be about the same, but you’ll know it’s done when it’s fork-tender.

      • — Jenn on March 20, 2023
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  • No water added?

    • — Arlene Jarmel on March 10, 2023
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    • Hi Arlene, the only time you may need a little water is when you’re cooking the onions; if the brown bits that have accumulated while cooking start to stick to the pan, you can add a few tablespoons water to make scraping them up easier.

      • — Jenn on March 13, 2023
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  • How do you adjust cooking time in this recipe with a 2.85 pound brisket?

    • — Esther on March 2, 2023
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    • Hi Esther, Time in the oven will be less, but not by too much, so just keep an eye on it. And for that size brisket, I’d cut the remaining ingredients by about 1/3. Enjoy!

      • — Jenn on March 2, 2023
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  • This is absolutely delicious! I made it the day before as suggested. The onions when mixed together with the beef, provide so much flavour. The juice is so delicious poured over the meat. All the juice makes it a good dish to warm up as well. Thanks for sharing:)

    • — Laura K. on February 26, 2023
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  • I followed your recipe to make my first brisket, and as recommended, I made it the day before serving it. It turned out beautifully and my family of five loved it! They enjoyed it so much that there were no leftovers! I served it with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed green beans. Thank you Jenn for sharing this wonderful recipe. My family are already requesting that I make it again very soon.

    • — Ellen on February 14, 2023
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  • Could you adjust for slow cooker.

    • — Nancy on February 12, 2023
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    • Sure, Nancy – you can transfer to a slow cooker after the meat has been seared and the onions have been browned.

      • — Jenn on February 13, 2023
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      • I would also appreciate using a slow cooker. How much time do you suggest for the size of brisket in this recipe?

        RB, March 30, 2023

        • — rb on March 30, 2023
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        • I’m guessing 6 to 8 hours. Hope that helps!

          • — Jenn on March 30, 2023
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  • Hi Jenn – I have made this brisket and love it. I wanted to make brisket sliders and was wondering if you would shred this brisket and use it for sliders instead. If not, is there a recipe you would recommend?

    • — Karen on February 9, 2023
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    • Hi Karen, Yes I think that would be delicious!

      • — Jenn on February 11, 2023
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  • Do I need to cover it back up with aluminum foil once I slice it an return it to the pan?

    • — Vladia G. on December 31, 2022
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    • Yep!

      • — Jenn on January 2, 2023
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  • I was very excited to try out this recipe. I’d only BBQd brisket before. The meat turned out wonderfully. It is super tender and moist. Slicing it 1/2 way through cooking didn’t hurt the results at all. Carrots are good (next time I’ll make even bigger chunks). Unfortunately, the onions became very charred ending up as strings of burnt onion. I had none to serve with the Brisket. Did I do something wrong???

    • — Michael on December 26, 2022
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    • Hi Michael, Sorry to hear you had a problem with the onions. Did your brisket fit pretty snugly in your roasting pan? If not, there’s too much surface area for the onions and accumulated juices to cover and they can burn.

      • — Jenn on December 26, 2022
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      • It did fit snug in the pan. I did use bacon grease instead of oil. Could this be the cause? The flavor of the brisket is still good. Tonight I’m going to make roast onions and more carrots to go with the leftovers. It’s going to be good.

        • — Michael on December 26, 2022
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        • That seems strange. I don’t often get that feedback, so I’m wondering what could’ve been amiss. Did you use the full amount of onions? If so, the next time you make this, when you take it out at the halfway point, assess how much gravy there is; if it’s not plentiful, I’d add a cup or two of beef broth to the pan. Hope that helps!

          • — Jenn on December 27, 2022
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  • Oh soooo good! But I really struggled with a 7 lb piece of meat and a sprained hand! I used the tongs and spatula from our grill and got some help from others in the house. We’re definitely doing this one again!

    • — Susan on December 24, 2022
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  • Hi Jenn,
    Do you reheat this covered or uncovered? Also, when you store it in the refrigerator, do you keep the meat in the sauce or do you keep them separate? Thanks!

    • — Leslie on December 18, 2022
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    • Hi Leslie, reheat it covered and when you refrigerate it, you keep the meat and sauce together. 🙂

      • — Jenn on December 19, 2022
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  • Yummmmmm. Thanks for this recipe. So much tastier than onion soup mix brisket! I think we have a new family recipe! Can you recommend a good electric knife? I struggled with my carving knife. I need power!

    • — Carol Rose on December 16, 2022
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    • Hi Carol, So glad you like the brisket! This is the electric knife I have and am very happy with it!

      • — Jenn on December 17, 2022
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  • I can’t tell you how many times we’ve made this recipe. I use my dutch oven, use a larger cut of meat, we want lots of leftovers to freeze.
    The only thing we change is to add as many carrots as we can fit in the pot, trying for 1.5 pounds, before cooking, those carrots halfway dissolve into a glorious orange pile on the plate.
    Skeptical the first time about the tomato paste but became believers after the first meal.

    • — Harriet Turner on December 15, 2022
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  • Hi Jenn. PLEase tell me who makes your pan? I’d love to get one for myself. Love your recipes!!! Thank you!

    • — NIm Butterworth on December 15, 2022
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    • So glad you like the recipes! That’s an All-Clad pan. Mine’s really old but this is the newer equivalent of it.

      • — Jenn on December 15, 2022
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      • Do you have the large pan or small? I have a 14”x16” roaster but afraid it will be too big for a 6lb brisket.

        • — Stacey on April 3, 2023
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        • Hi Stacey, You should be fine — I use a large pan for that size brisket.

          • — Jenn on April 3, 2023
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          • Next question…do you trim off the fat when you slice it or leave that for the guests to deal with?

            • — Stacey on April 4, 2023
          • Hi Stacey, If it’s a significant amount of fat, I’d try to trim a little off, but if it’s not too much, I’d just leave it as is.

            • — Jenn on April 5, 2023
  • I’ve made this recipe several times and it’s always been delicious, except I have been too scared to slice it halfway through and just cook it until fork tender, refrigerate overnight and slice the following day. I think it will cook faster though if I were to slice it midway through cooking. However, can you tell me how the meat stays tender and juicy if you lose all the juices when you slice it halfway through cooking? I’ve always thought you needed to cook your meat and then let it fully rest before slicing so you keep the juices inside the meat or it will go dry…? Only one review mentioned dry meat though, so I am tempted to try, but please help me understand why this works. =)

    • — Elita Shalkevich on December 15, 2022
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    • Hi Elita, technically, you’re right, the juices will be released from beef if you cut it while it’s still very hot, but because you’re cooking this using a very slow method here you don’t lose the juiciness. Hope that clarifies and that you enjoy the brisket!

      • — Jenn on December 16, 2022
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  • I would like to try this recipe. What electric knife would you recommend? I already got the pan you recommended it. There are so many styles of electric knifes and don’t know which one would work the best and also easy to use. Thank you!

    • — Elizabeth Woody on November 27, 2022
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    • Hi Elizabeth, this is my favorite. Hope you enjoy the brisket!

      • — Jenn on November 28, 2022
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      • Thank you Jenn! I hosted Thanksgiving dinner at my house this year and everything I cooked came from your 24 Best Thanksgiving side dishes and your cranberry pie. Everything turned out perfect. Thank you for your delicious and easy to follow recipes!

        • — Elizabeth Woody on November 28, 2022
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        • 💗

          • — Jenn on November 29, 2022
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  • I made this about a month ago and it was awesome! I’m making it again for Thanksgiving! Tossing out the turkey and going with the brisket! Thanks for a great recipe!

    • — Sherri on November 21, 2022
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  • Hi Jenn! I am a HUGE fan of your site and recipes and have many on rotation. I’m looking to try this recipe on the weekend but my brisket is only 3 lbs. Can you recommend/suggest how I can alter the recipe for this size brisket?

    p.s. – I made your applesauce recipe this afternoon…amazing as always! Thanks for all you share with us foodies!

    • — Beth on November 14, 2022
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    • Hi Beth, thanks for your nice words about the recipes (and glad you enjoyed the applesauce)! If the brisket is only 3 pounds, I’d cut the remaining ingredients by about 1/3. Roasting time will be less, but not by too much, so just keep an eye on it. Hope you enjoy!

      • — Jenn on November 15, 2022
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  • I made this on the weekend for my husband’s birthday, only I used a 2kg brisket, and swapped the tomato paste for bbq sauce. It was magnificent! I hope I can get it a little more tender next time (and there will be a next time!), but the flavour was unbeatable. I had so much yummy sauce left that I used it as a base for a delicious baked French onion soup the next day! Thanks, Jen, for yet another winner!

    • — Candice on October 17, 2022
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  • The best beef recipe ever! So deliciously tender and freezes well! Jenn, you’ve boosted my culinary confidence! Thanks so much.

    • — Sheva on October 12, 2022
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  • Hi Jenn- I’ve made this brisket so many times I can’t keep count! My husband and I love it. As with all recipes, I’ve made it my own- I add tons of carrots as we are obsessed with it, and I use several spoonfuls of ready-minced garlic as we love garlic. Instead of tomato paste, I top the meat with whatever bbq sauce I have in the fridge to give it a little kick. This is one of my all-time go to recipes that we never get tired of eating. (in fact, many of your recipes are in this category). Thanks!

    • — Diane on October 4, 2022
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  • Hi Jenn,

    My mother always added red wine. If I added a cup or 2 would that ruin your recipe?

    Thanks,
    Edie

    • — Edythe Davis on September 23, 2022
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    • Hi Edythe, Yes, I think you could get away with adding red wine. You could also use it for the deglazing step. Hope you enjoy!

      • — Jenn on September 28, 2022
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  • I have not tried this brisket recipe but it sounds fantastic. My question is: could this same method be used to make beef short ribs or a pot roast? PS: Love your recipes and cookbook! You cook they way I do.

    • — Betty Cohen on September 23, 2022
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    • Hi Betty, so glad you like the recipes! I actually have a braised short rib recipe that has a similar prep. You can check it out here. And I haven’t tried it, but suspect this would work with a pot roast as well.

      • — Jenn on September 26, 2022
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  • Can you leave the flour out? I have guests who are gluten free?

    • — Hilary on September 22, 2022
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    • Hi Hilary, I wouldn’t omit the flour, but you can replace it with gluten-free flour or cornstarch. Hope your guests enjoy!

      • — Jenn on September 22, 2022
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      • Do you think Coconut flour would work?

        • — Bonnie on December 2, 2022
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        • Hi Bonnie, Yes, I think that should be fine. Enjoy!

          • — Jenn on December 3, 2022
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  • GREAT recipe! I have made it several times. I follow directions exactly- well, almost. I throw the garlic in with the onions for the last 5 minutes or so. I also suggest as Jenn does to serve on the second day. I put the sliced meat and carrots in a casserole dish and the sauce/onions in a separate taller one. Easier to let the fat rise from the sauce/onions to the top and scoop off the next day before reheating. HIGHLY recommended! I used to smother my brisket in BBQ sauce, catsup, broth, etc. Never again! Note: make sure you have a big enough pan/cast iron pot to handle slab. Gets pretty heavy so may need an extra pair of hands in the kitchen to get in and out of oven. I cook mine on 325 convection and lower to 275 after slicing. Timing just depends on how big the meat is. Lots of onions to chop so I throw them in the freezer for an hour. Helps reduce the tears!!!

    • — Christine on September 10, 2022
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  • I’ve made many briskets through the decades but never sliced them during the cooking process as you suggest in both of your site’s brisket recipes. Is that really necessary? Can you explain the reason for it? Not doubting you, just very curious why that’s the case. Thanks!

    • — andi on September 3, 2022
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    • Hi Andi, I find it’s easier to slice it at that point as it’s a bit firmer. Also, slicing it 1/2 way through cooking time helps the inside of the brisket absorb more of that flavorful braising liquid. Hope that clarifies!

      • — Jenn on September 6, 2022
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      • Can this brisket be kept in the crockpot to keep warm for a potluck

        • — Dolores on October 27, 2022
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        • Sure Dolores, that should be fine. Enjoy!

          • — Jenn on October 28, 2022
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  • This is the most AMAZING brisket recipe I’ve ever tried! It’s so luscious and delicious! A real winner! Thank you so much! I’ll be using it for years to come! I’ve made it 3x in the past month and it’s currently in the oven now 🤤

    • — Rebecca Roth on August 27, 2022
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  • Jenn- I have a whole brisket that is frozen. Can I make this using the whole thing (I guess the tip and the flat)?

    • — Kelly on August 25, 2022
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    • Hi Kelly, I haven’t made a whole brisket but as long as you have a pan that’s big enough, it should work. It will likely take longer in the oven, but I’m not sure by how much so I’d cook it until it’s fork tender. Hope that helps!

      • — Jenn on August 30, 2022
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  • This is the absolute best meat recipe I’ve encountered! I’ve made it now several times and it’s always delectable. We like it best without the carrots. I’ve always felt like a meat amateur and now my gourmet cook friends are asking for this recipe! Thanks so much, Jenn!

    • — E. Nadler on June 1, 2022
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  • Made this exactly as written and allowed to sit in frig overnight…..it was amazing!! Served with your fluffy jasmine rice recipe and French green beans. It was the perfect Sunday meal. Love every recipe I have tried and have both books. Jenn, you are my “go to” when I want the meal to be perfect. Thanks for sharing your love of cooking with our families.

    • — Tammy S on May 1, 2022
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    • 💗

      • — Jenn on May 2, 2022
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  • I would suggest when taking the brisket out to cut it after one hour and 30 minutes to let it rest for a good 15 -20 minutes at least before slicing it so the juices won’t run out. When I followed the instructions as written there was so much juice that ran out it overflowed the cutting board.
    Other than that I very much like the recipe!

    • — LAguy on April 15, 2022
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  • Hi Jenn,
    LOVE YOUR RECIPES!!!!! I am making this brisket for the 9th time!!! I ran out of tomato paste….can I substitute tomato juice? Please say yes:))))

    • — Pamela on April 14, 2022
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    • Hi Pamela, I think the tomato juice will just run off the top of the brisket b/c it’s so much thinner. You can just omit the tomato paste. (And so glad you like the recipes!) 🙂

      • — Jenn on April 14, 2022
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  • I love the pan that you use — do you know what it is called? Would a roasting pan work or are the sides too high? I’m planning to make it tomorrow for Friday’s seder. 🙂

    • — Lauren on April 13, 2022
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    • Hi Lauren, A roasting pan is what I use and that one is All Clad (like this). Hope you enjoy the brisket!

      • — Jenn on April 14, 2022
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  • Hi Jenn,
    Amazing recipe! This has become an absolute family favourite, They beg for it every Passover!
    I usually make it the day of the Seder, but this year was hoping to make it a day before.
    How would you recommend refrigerating and reheating it?

    Thank you !!

    • — Hannah Schnitman on April 12, 2022
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    • Hi Hannah, So glad you like it! The brisket can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and refrigerated. Reheat the brisket in a 300°F oven until hot, about 45 minutes.

      • — Jenn on April 13, 2022
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  • My mother used to cook the brisket a day ahead and put it in the fridge whole. It was easier to slice the next day when cold and the flavors combined even better. It was also easier to skim off any unwanted fat that had solidified. I like the idea of tomato paste on the top of the meat prior to cooking and will definitely try that!

    • — Glen on April 10, 2022
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  • My mom’s recipe uses dried onion soup and lots of catsup and but this one sounds delicious. I can’t wait to try it.

    • — Peggy on April 7, 2022
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    • My grandmother made that version too 🙂

      • — Jenn on April 7, 2022
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  • My brisket came out of the oven and looked picture perfect. I left it covered and went for a walk. When I uncovered the brisket, I was shocked to see that many of the slices had turned dark brown. I tasted one slice and it was slightly dry. I went back and looked at the comments. Basting was mentioned. I realized that I had left that step out. It was not in the recipe, just in the photos. I removed the slices to a Pyrex dish and poured all the gravy on top. Do you think this will rejuvenate the meat? Also, can the basting direction be added to the actual recipe?

    • Hi Ellen, I wouldn’t be concerned about those slices having turned dark brown. The gravy that you poured on top should rehydrate them. And, yes, I will add that basting direction to the recipe. Hope that helps and that you enjoy!

      • — Jenn on March 29, 2022
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  • I haven’t made this recipe but, a friend did , and it was delicious!
    I will definitely be making this on a regular basis.

  • After the first slicing, do you add all the brisket juices back into the pan with the slices?

  • My husband has sampled many brisket recipes and this is his absolute favorite. Have made several times. Easy and excellent.

    • — Slowcookedbliss
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  • Hello:)

    I made your brisket today for tomorrow evening’s meal. I made a 9lb brisket and multiplied the ingredients by 1.5. The finished product is amazing with all the jammy onions. I used a layer of parchment & two layers of tin foil.

    I don’t have a lot of liquid though, when reheating would you suggest adding beef broth?

    Thanks so much, I am so thrilled with the end result.

    Nisha

    • Hi Nisha, Yes, you could add beef or chicken broth when reheating. Hope everyone enjoys!

  • Hi Jen,
    What are your thoughts on using a Magna Lite roasting pan or a Dansk Lasagna pan? I don’t have the heavy All Clad.

    • — Ellen Bernstein
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    • Hi Ellen, either should work as long as they are ovenproof and just large enough to hold the brisket and carrots snugly. Hope that helps!

  • Hi Jenn. What temperature do I set the oven for? Thanks!

    • Hi Ken, If you scroll down past the step-by-step photos, or click the “jump to recipe” button at the top, you’ll see the detailed instructions.

      • I’ve made this for years and years – I double the carrots and make it in my Staub braiser. It’s in a league of its own. I tend to do a 2.5 or 3lb brisket, but only due to my smaller family.

        • — Heather Coldren on December 15, 2022
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  • I’m to the point where I sliced the brisket. The aroma is amazing and the sauce tastes yummy. I put a sprinkle of brown sugar on the top to finish the baking. I think we are going to have a scrumptious Christmas Eve dinner!

  • Jenn,
    I’ve made this brisket several times and it has always been great. Unfortunately I was unable to find a 6 lb. brisket so I purchased 2-3 pound briskets. How do you imagine this would alter the cooking times. Thanks for your reply and great recipes…they are all delish!
    James

    • Hi James, The two separate pieces may take slightly less time, but the difference will be minimal so I wouldn’t worry about it. Enjoy!

  • Does this recipe produce enough liquid (since none is added) to insure a decent amount of gravy? If not, what would you suggest adding?

    • Yes, it produces plenty of gravy. Hope you enjoy!

  • Hi Jenn! Could I use a large dutch oven for this recipe?

    • Hi Irene, I use a roasting pan because my Dutch oven isn’t big enough to hold the whole brisket, but if you can fit it, a Dutch oven will work. Enjoy!

  • Hi Jenn! This is our family’s favorite brisket recipe which I was all set to make yesterday for Sunday night (1st night of Hanukkah). Sadly, our oven died on Thanksgiving and it’s going to be a few days before we can get someone out to repair it. Can this recipe be adapted for the stovetop? Figure we would follow the recipe and then just cook it low and slow? Would love to know your thoughts. I did find some stovetop brisket recipes with a similar flavor profile but would love to make yours if you think it might work. Thanks in advance!

    • Sorry to hear your oven is broken! I haven’t tried it, but as long as you have a pot large enough to fit the brisket, I think you could get away with cooking it on the stove. Please LMK how it turns out if you try it!

  • Hi Jenn,
    Searing is always difficult is a small apartment – how much is lost by avoiding the searing step?
    Thanks. Chuck Klemballa

    • — Chuck Klemballa
    • Reply
    • Hi Chuck, Searing does add flavor but you can get away with skipping it if necessary.

  • this brisket is as tender as it could be – but it is tasteless
    i followed the recipe exactly yet i was saddened when i tasted it

    please advise how to add taste

    • Sorry to hear this lacked flavor for you! Did you use all the salt and pepper the recipe called for?

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