Ingredients
1 fresh beef brisket (about 2 pounds)2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup hot water1 envelope beefy onion soup mix2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup cold water
Preparation
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.
