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Slow Cooker Brisket with Balsamic Onion Gravy

A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender beef brisket smothered in a rich balsamic onion gravy, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 lbs beef brisket
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon thyme (dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and season it generously with salt and pepper.
Layering
  1. In the slow cooker, layer the sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom.
  2. Nestle the brisket right on top of the onions and garlic.
Mixing Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme.
  2. Pour this mixture over the brisket.
Slow Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for about 8 hours.
Shredding and Serving
  1. After 8 hours, shred the brisket in the slow cooker using two forks, mixing it with the gravy.
  2. Serve the brisket and gravy in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for later use. If the sauce looks lumpy, a quick stir should fix it.