Flavorful, tender, and easy to prepare.

Slow Cooker Beef Brisket is a simply made gem, marrying ease with rich, comforting flavors. The brisket undergoes a slow, gentle simmer in the crockpot. As it tenderizes, the savory aroma fills your kitchen. The pan drippings transform into a luscious gravy, thickened to perfection. Each succulent slice of brisket is a canvas for the velvety, flavorful gravy, enhancing the meat’s natural juiciness. This dish is a testament to the magic of slow cooking, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that elevates any meal, turning tasty beef into a savory fulfilling meal. The leftover brisket (and gravy) can be made into delicious hot brisket sandwiches when combined with buttered or mayonnaise spread crusty rolls.

Ingredients

• 4-6 pounds beef brisket
• 3 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 1 package dry onion soup mix
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 2 tablespoons of flour
• 8-12 buns for leftover sandwiches (optional)

Directions

1. Cook in Crockpot
   • Place brisket in crockpot fat side down. Do not add water.
   • Cover brisket with mustard and onion soup mix.
   • Cover the crockpot and cook on low overnight or until the brisket is tender.
2. Rest and Slice
   • Skim mustard and seasoning from brisket into liquid. Reserve liquid for gravy.
   • Once cooked, remove brisket from crockpot let the brisket rest for a few minutes, peel off fat and discard fat before slicing brisket against the grain or shredding it.
3. Make Gravy
   • In a saucepan on medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and then combine with 2 tablespoons of flour using whisk, cook flour mixture for 1-2 minutes, then slowly whisk in liquid (strained if desired) from crockpot until well combined. Cook and stir on medium until thickened.
4. Serve
   • Serve the brisket slices with the gravy spooned over the top.

This crockpot brisket is perfect for a comforting family meal or special occasions. The slow cooking process results in a moist and flavorful dish. Enjoy it with your favorite sides like new potatoes, mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.