Wine-Braised Beef Brisket

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (5-6 pound) beef brisket, trimmed of fat
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups dry red wine
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

3-4 hours

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius).
2. Season brisket liberally with salt and pepper.
3. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or roasting pan over medium-high heat.
4. Sear brisket on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side.
5. Remove brisket from pot and set aside.
6. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
8. Add red wine to pot and bring to a boil.
9. Return brisket to pot and add beef broth, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf.
10. Bring to a simmer and cover.
11. Braise in oven for 3-4 hours, or until brisket is tender.
12. Remove brisket from pot and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 400 per serving
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful
• Rich and aromatic
• Perfect for a special occasion

User Comments:

• "This brisket was absolutely delicious! It was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect."
• "I've never made brisket before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing!"
• "The combination of wine and herbs made this brisket so unique and delicious. I highly recommend it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a good quality dry red wine for the braising liquid.
• Don't overcook the brisket, or it will become tough.
• Let the brisket rest before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.