Ingredients

  • 4 lbs beef brisket, fat removed
  • 2 medium onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 ounces chili sauce
  • 6 ounces beer
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • paprika
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Method

  • Remove fat from under brisket with a sharp knife. I use an electric knife which works great.
  • Season brisket with fresh garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Flour lightly; sprinkle paprika and brown until golden on both sides with the oil.
  • Place meat in heavy pot with lid. Add onions.
  • Mix chili sauce with the beer and pour over meat; cover tightly.
  • Bake at 350 degrees about 3 hours or until tender.
  • Strain gravy;let meat cool slightly before cutting. Slice beef with very sharp knife going across grain into thin slices.
  • Delicious serve with buttered noodles or orzo.