Description
A tender and flavorful dish featuring slow-braised beef brisket served over creamy herb grits.
Ingredients
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- 4 pounds beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 cup grits
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and utensils. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Sear the Brisket: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the brisket and sear it for 4-5 minutes per side.
- Build the Base: Remove the brisket and sauté onion and garlic in the same pot until softened.
- Add the Flavorful Liquid: Stir in beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer gently.
- Braise the Brisket: Return the brisket to the pot, cover tightly, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 3-4 hours or until fork-tender.
- Cook the Herb Grits: In a smaller pot, bring water to a boil. Gradually add grits and simmer according to package instructions. Stir in butter and parsley.
- Serve and Savor: Slice the brisket and serve it over the herb grits, drizzling some braising liquid on top.
Notes
For added flavor, season the brisket ahead of time. Can customize with herbs or vegetables as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg