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Slow-Cooked Beef Brisket with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Impress a special someone with this tender, slow-cooked beef brisket paired perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes. This comforting meal is a match made in heaven, ideal for a romantic dinner or any special occasion. The brisket is seared to lock in flavor, then simmered until incredibly tender, while the potatoes are mashed to a smooth, rich consistency.
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Perfectly plated brisket and mashed potatoes
Recipe Information
25m
Prep Time
4h 20m
Cook Time
4h 45m
Total Time
6
Servings
Medium
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
680
Calories
55g
Protein
45g
Carbs
35g
Fat
Seared brisket ready for slow cooking
Ingredients
Servings: 6
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Brisket simmering in rich broth
Instructions
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- Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels. Season generously all over with salt and black pepper.5m
Preview5mPreviewPat the beef brisket dry with paper towels. Season generously all over with salt and black pepper. - Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on all sides until deeply browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.15mPreview15mPreviewHeat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on all sides until deeply browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the brisket from the pot and set aside. Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.7m
Preview7mPreviewRemove the brisket from the pot and set aside. Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. - Pour in beef broth and add bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, scraping any remaining browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return the brisket to the pot.5m
Preview5mPreviewPour in beef broth and add bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, scraping any remaining browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return the brisket to the pot. - Cover the pot tightly and transfer it to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C). Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender.4hPreview4hPreviewCover the pot tightly and transfer it to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C). Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender.
- While the brisket cooks, prepare the mashed potatoes. Place peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.25m
Preview25mPreviewWhile the brisket cooks, prepare the mashed potatoes. Place peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. - Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the hot pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to dry out any excess moisture.3m
Preview3mPreviewDrain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the hot pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to dry out any excess moisture. - Remove the pot from heat. Add butter and warm milk or cream to the potatoes. Mash with a potato masher or ricer until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.5m
Preview5mPreviewRemove the pot from heat. Add butter and warm milk or cream to the potatoes. Mash with a potato masher or ricer until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Once the brisket is tender, remove it from the pot and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing against the grain. Strain the cooking liquid and skim any excess fat if desired, then reduce slightly over medium heat for a thicker sauce.20m
Preview20mPreviewOnce the brisket is tender, remove it from the pot and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing against the grain. Strain the cooking liquid and skim any excess fat if desired, then reduce slightly over medium heat for a thicker sauce. - Serve the sliced brisket with a generous side of creamy mashed potatoes and a drizzle of the reduced pan sauce.2mPreview2mPreviewServe the sliced brisket with a generous side of creamy mashed potatoes and a drizzle of the reduced pan sauce.
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