BEEF BRISKET IN BEER

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One bite of this super tender brisket and your family will be hooked! The rich gravy is perfect for spooning over a side of creamy mashed potatoes. -Eunice Stoen, Decorah, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 fresh beef brisket (2-1/2 to 3 pounds)
2 teaspoons liquid smoke, optional
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large onion, sliced
1 can (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

Cut brisket in half; rub with liquid smoke, if desired, and celery salt, pepper and salt. Place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with onion. Combine beer and Worcestershire sauce; pour over meat. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until tender., Remove brisket and keep warm. Strain cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve beef with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 430mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 39g protein. Diabetic Exchanges