Crock Pot Beef Brisket With Vegetables

This Crock Pot Beef Brisket with Vegetables is a hearty and tender recipe, which uses beef brisket and root vegetables. It’s a foolproof comfort meal, slow-cooked to perfection in about 8 hours and 15 minutes.

Crock Pot Beef Brisket with Vegetables Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 beef brisket (3 ½ – 4 pounds), preferably flat cut
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pepper
• ½ cup onion, diced
• ¾ cup carrot, peeled, quartered, and cut into ½‑inch pieces
• ½ cup celery, sliced
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 5 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups beef broth
• ¼ cup ketchup
• 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
• Cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Brisket with Vegetables

1. Sear the brisket: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium‑high heat. Season brisket with salt and pepper, then sear 6–8 minutes per side until browned.
2. Prepare the slow cooker: Coat the crock pot with cooking spray. Add onion, carrot, celery, Italian seasoning, garlic, bay leaf, beef broth, and ketchup. Stir to combine.
3. Slow cook the brisket: Place seared brisket into the crock pot, cover, and cook on low for 8 hours until tender.
4. Make the sauce: Remove brisket from the slow cooker. Strain cooking liquid into a saucepan and bring to a simmer over high heat for 5 minutes.
5. Thicken the sauce: Whisk cornstarch with ¼ cup cold water. Stir into simmering liquid and cook 1–2 minutes until thickened.
6. Slice and serve: Slice brisket against the grain or shred. Pour sauce over meat, garnish with parsley, and serve with vegetables.

Recipe Tips

• Do I have to sear the brisket first? Yes, searing adds depth of flavor and helps lock in juices.
• Can I add potatoes to this recipe? Yes, cut potatoes into chunks and add to the slow cooker with other vegetables.
• What cut of brisket works best? The flat cut is leaner and slices neatly, while the point cut is fattier and more flavorful.
• How to keep brisket moist in the slow cooker: Always cook on low heat and keep it submerged in broth and vegetables.
• Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, cook fully, refrigerate, and reheat gently with sauce before serving.

What To Serve With Beef Brisket

This brisket pairs perfectly with comforting side dishes like:

• Mashed potatoes or garlic mashed cauliflower
• Roasted green beans or asparagus
• Dinner rolls or crusty bread
• Creamy coleslaw or fresh garden salad

How To Store Beef Brisket

Refrigerate: Store brisket and sauce in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the oven.
Freeze: Freeze brisket (sliced or shredded) with sauce for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Beef Brisket Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 414
• Protein: 48g
• Carbohydrates: 6g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Sodium: 657mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook brisket on high in the slow cooker?
Yes, but cooking on low for 8 hours yields the most tender results. High heat would take about 4–5 hours.

Can I add more vegetables?
Yes, potatoes, parsnips, or turnips are great additions alongside carrots and celery.

How do I slice brisket properly?
Slice against the grain to ensure tender bites and avoid chewy texture.

Can I use chicken broth instead of beef broth?
Beef broth is preferred for depth of flavor, but chicken broth works in a pinch.

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• Crock Pot Beef Brisket Stew
• Crock Pot Beef Brisket Chili
• Crock Pot Beef Braciole