The debate rages on as to what should be the central dish, the true star of the holiday table spread. So many fantastic options! Here’s another one for you to consider: Family Beef Brisket! This is a simple, slow-cooked meaty masterpiece that braises the juicy, melt-in-your-mouth beef in onion soup seasonings and tart cranberry sauce. This is the ultimate choice for no-stress, set-it-and-forget-it holiday cooking… a savory superstar you’ll be craving well after the holidays come to an end. Treat your family to something special with the Family Beef Brisket; they will be thrilled from the first bite to the last!
Ingredients
- 1 (3 1/2-pound) beef brisket, fat cap cut off
- 1 (1-ounce) packet onion soup mix
- 1 (14-ounce) can cranberry sauce
- water, as needed and to taste
Directions
Step 1 –Place the brisket at the bottom of a slow cooker.
Step 2 –Combine the onion soup mix and the cranberry together, adding water only as needed to help the two mix together.
Step 3 –Pour the onion-cranberry mixture over the brisket.
Step 4 –Cover and cook the brisket until the beef is very tender and falling apart and the internal temperature reads at least 145 degrees F, about 6-8 hours on low.
Step 5 –Shred or slice the beef.
Step 6 –Skim the fat from the cooking liquids.
Step 7 –In a small saucepan or in the microwave, heat the cooking liquid.
Step 8 –Serve, with the cooking liquid on the side.
