Description
This Slow Cooker Cranberry Beef Brisket is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender, slow-cooked beef with a tangy cranberry sauce, enhanced by aromatic herbs. Perfect for a hearty family meal, it requires minimal effort and results in a deliciously rich and juicy brisket infused with sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasonings
- 3-4 lbs beef brisket
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
Sauce and Aromatics
- 1 can (16 oz) cranberry sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Season the brisket: Generously season the beef brisket with salt, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary, ensuring the spices coat all sides evenly to enhance the flavor.
- Prepare the slow cooker base: Place the sliced onion and minced garlic evenly at the bottom of your slow cooker. This layer will infuse the brisket with aromatic flavor during cooking.
- Place the brisket: Lay the seasoned brisket on top of the onions and garlic, allowing the meat to rest directly above the aromatics.
- Mix and pour sauce: In a bowl, combine the cranberry sauce and beef broth until well mixed. Pour this mixture over the brisket, covering it as much as possible to maintain moisture and flavor.
- Slow cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid, then cook the brisket on the low setting for 8 to 10 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and deeply flavorful.
- Rest the brisket: Carefully remove the brisket from the slow cooker once cooked. Let it rest for about 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Serve: Slice the brisket against the grain and serve it with the cranberry sauce from the slow cooker spooned over the top for a delicious, tangy accompaniment.
Notes
- For best results, choose a well-marbled brisket to ensure tenderness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the brisket after cooking and reduce the liquid on the stovetop until desired consistency is reached.
- Make sure the slow cooker lid fits tightly to maintain moisture during cooking.
