Very Best Brisket

A big beef brisket is simmered in savory and sweet broth with carrots and potatoes to make a one-dish meal that's great for a holiday or just anytime you want a hearty dinner.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 2 hr 30 mins
• Total Time: 2 hr 45 mins
• Calories: 478 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 packet dry onion soup mix
• 4 onions, sliced
• 1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
• 1 pound small new potatoes
• 7 pounds beef brisket
• 10 fluid ounces ginger ale

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Layer the onions, potatoes, and carrots into the bottom of a large Dutch oven. Place the brisket on top of the vegetables.

Step 2

Mix the beef broth, onion soup mix, ketchup, and ginger ale in a bowl, and pour it over the brisket and vegetables. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer.

Step 3

Simmer the brisket until tender, about 2 1/2 hours.