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3-Ingredients French Onion Brisket

A simple yet delicious brisket dish made with just three ingredients, resulting in a hearty meal that's perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pounds beef brisket (trimmed) Ensure brisket is trimmed for better cooking.
  • 2 packets (1 oz each) dry French onion soup mix
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed French onion soup

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and place it fat-side up in a large roasting pan or Dutch oven.
Cooking
  1. Sprinkle the dry French onion soup mix evenly over the brisket and pour the condensed French onion soup over the top, making sure the meat is well coated.
  2. Cover the pan tightly with foil or a lid and bake for 3 to 3½ hours until the brisket is very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  3. Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest, covered, for 15–20 minutes.
  4. Slice the brisket against the grain and spoon the rich French onion gravy over the top.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the brisket overnight with the onion soup mix. Make sure to skip the resting time after baking to retain the juices. A meat thermometer should read at least 190°F (88°C) for optimal tenderness.