Slow Cooker Beef Brisket

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Beef Brisket: 5 pounds (about 2.27kg)
2. Beef Bouillon Cube: 2 pieces
3. Onion: 2 large ones, chopped
4. Carrots: 3 medium, sliced
5. Celery Stalks: 3, chopped
6. Garlic Cloves: 8-10
7. Beef Stock: 4 cups
8. Salt and Pepper: to taste
9. Cooking Oil: 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 8-10 hours (slow cooker)
• Total Time: 8-10 hours 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty due to long cooking time)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, brown the beef brisket in cooking oil on both sides.
2. Transfer the browned brisket to a slow cooker.
3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic cloves to the slow cooker.
4. Open the beef bouillon cubes and sprinkle over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
5. Pour the beef stock into the slow cooker.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours until the beef is tender and the sauce is rich.
8. Serve with your favorite side dishes.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: 600-700 per serving (depending on how much fat is trimmed)
• Protein: 35-45g
• Fat: 25-35g (most of it from beef)
• Carbohydrates: 10-15g (from vegetables and beef bouillon)
• Fiber: 3-5g (from vegetables)

Dish Characteristics:

• The dish is rich and hearty, perfect for colder weather or a meal with friends and family.
• The slow cooking process ensures that the beef becomes tender and juicy, with a rich flavor that is hard to resist.
• The dish is high in protein and provides essential nutrients like iron and zinc from the beef.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was so delicious! The beef was so tender and juicy." - John Doe, New York
2. "I love how easy this dish is to make in a slow cooker. It's perfect for a weekend meal." - Jane Smith, Texas
3. "The flavor of this dish is amazing! It's a great dish to share with friends." - Michael Johnson, California

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that you brown the beef brisket on both sides for better flavor and texture.
• If you want to reduce the fat content, trim the visible fat from the beef brisket before cooking.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more salt and pepper or even herbs like rosemary or thyme for more flavor.