Ingredients

2 1/2

to 3 1/2 lb fresh beef brisket (not corned beef)

2

tablespoons vegetable oil

2

teaspoons salt

2

teaspoons pepper

2

cups thinly sliced onions

1

cup 1 1/2-inch pieces peeled carrots

5

cloves garlic, chopped

1

can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained

1

cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)

Preparation

Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Rub brisket with 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil. Rub with salt and pepper. Heat 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook brisket in skillet 2 minutes on fattiest side, then turn and cook 2 to 3 minutes on other side, until browned. Transfer to slow cooker.

Reduce heat to medium; add remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to skillet. Add onions; cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beginning to brown. Add carrots and garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and broth; heat just to simmering. Pour mixture over brisket in slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until brisket is very tender.

Transfer brisket to cutting board; cool slightly, cut into slices, and serve with vegetables and cooking juices.