BEEF BRISKET IN GRAVY

Beef Brisket in Gravy image

This tender roast has remained our very favorite family main dish over many years. Often, I make it ahead and reheat the beef in the gravy. It's delicious served with hot cooked noodles or mashed potatoes. -Erlene Cornelius, Spring City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 fresh beef brisket (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup hot water
1 envelope beefy onion soup mix
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, brown brisket in oil on both sides over medium-high heat; drain. Combine hot water and soup mix; pour over brisket. Cover and bake at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until meat is tender., Remove brisket to a serving platter. Let stand for 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Thinly slice meat across the grain; serve with the gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges