Slow Cooker Brisket with Balsamic Onion Gravy

 

👉Ingredients:

3-4 lb beef brisket

2 large onions, thinly sliced

4 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup beef broth

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 tbsp brown sugar

2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp dried thyme

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

👉Instructions:

✅️Season & Sear: Rub the brisket generously with salt, pepper, and thyme. Sear the meat in a hot pan for about 3-4 minutes on each side until it has a beautiful brown crust.

✅️Layer the Slow Cooker: Place the sliced onions and minced garlic into the slow cooker. Lay the seared brisket on top.

✅️Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the beef broth, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this flavorful mixture over the brisket and onions.

✅️Cook Low & Slow: Set the slow cooker to low and let it work its magic for 8 hours, or until the brisket is melt-in-your-mouth tender.

✅️Optional Gravy Thickening: For a thicker gravy, remove 1 cup of the liquid, whisk in the cornstarch, and return it to the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

✅️Slice & Serve: Slice the tender brisket and serve it with that irresistible balsamic onion gravy.

👉Serving Suggestions:

◾️This dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

◾️For even more flavor, add a splash of red wine to the sauce—just to take it up a notch!

◾️Prep Time: 15 minutes

◾️Cook Time: 8 hours

◾️Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

◾️Servings: 6

◾️Calories: ~500 per serving