Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
4 lbs

beef brisket

16 unit

beef gravy

12 unit

Italian salad dressing

4 unit

onion soup mix

16 unit

mushrooms

0.5 tsp

black pepper

Step 1
~26 min

In a mixing bowl, combine beef gravy, Italian salad dressing, Lipton Onion Soup Mix, mushrooms, and black pepper.

Step 2
~26 min

Place the beef brisket in a shallow roasting pan.

Step 3
~26 min

Pour the gravy mixture evenly over the brisket.

Step 4
~26 min

Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil to seal in moisture.

Step 5
~26 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 4 hours. Ensure the foil remains sealed during baking.

Step 6
~26 min

After 4 hours, remove the roasting pan from the oven.

Step 7
~26 min

Allow the brisket to rest in the pan, still covered with foil, for 10-20 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 8
~26 min

Carefully remove the brisket from the pan and place it on a cutting board.

Step 9
~26 min

Slice the brisket thinly across the grain to ensure maximum tenderness.

Step 10
~26 min

Serve immediately, spooning the remaining gravy over the sliced brisket.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, sear the brisket before adding it to the roasting pan.

Add vegetables like carrots and potatoes to the pan during the last hour of cooking.

Deglaze the pan with red wine after removing the brisket for an even richer gravy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed potatoes

Roasted vegetables

Crusty bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Creamy polenta
Green beans almondine
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italian-American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food often served during family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family gathering
Holiday meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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