German Beer-Braised Brisket

Method

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. 2
   Pat the brisket dry and generously sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. 3
   Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook 10-12 minutes, or until the meat is brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
4. 4
   In the same Dutch oven, combine 1/4 cup of the beef stock, celery, carrots, bay leaves, onions, and thyme and cook 4-6 minutes, until vegetables soften and brown. Add in beer and bring to a boil. Cook 2-3 minutes, until liquid is reduced by half.
5. 5
   Add brisket back to the Dutch oven. Add remaining beef stock. Cover pot and cook in oven for 3.5 hours. Remove lid and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove and let brisket rest in the liquid for 20 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove brisket from the pot, let cool, and slice against the grain.
8. 8
   Drizzle additional braising liquid on top, serve, and enjoy.